BEBOP .... I don't have a problem with a dealer making a profit .. that's what he's in business for ...but as long as there is not a great discrepancy in the cost to the dealer, without a MSRP available to the consumer, the consumer must work that much harder in order to determine what kind of price he is getting, regardless of where he is located, ... I realize the internet makes 'global' shopping that much easier, but I would personally rather deal with someone in close proximity ... but not if they're killing me with price because they're the only game in town!!! Having knowledge of what the manufacturer expected the unit to sell for would certainly be a help ...
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