How would you handle the following issue?
Back in early November, after due diligence and much research, I decided to purchase a Superformance GT40 MK1 through Hillbank Motor Sports. I was told I could get a build date in July 2022 if I got my deposit in quickly, and that I could complete the build sheet in the following couple of months. All of the information I had read had stated that the car was “turn key minus engine and transaxle.” Even now the website, under FAQs, states “Yes all models include wheels and tires”, and further states “the Superformance GT 40 MK1 model is fitted with 15” BRM style wheels as standard.” Herein lies the problem. I was informed via email yesterday that the car comes with NO tires or wheels. And that ”$2750 is for the “standard” BRM wheels-they are not included in the base price.” Well, where I come from standard means standard, not a chargeable option. That means I will also incur the cost of a set of tires, approximately $2,000 more. He further stated that wheels and tires weren’t listed on the build sheet as “included”, so they are not standard equipment. I feel like I have been mislead and cheated. At this point I’m not sure I even want the car. I haven’t spoken with him since, but even though they say the deposit is nonrefundable, with a little legal influence, I’m pretty sure I could get my deposit back. How would you guys deal with this issue?
Back in early November, after due diligence and much research, I decided to purchase a Superformance GT40 MK1 through Hillbank Motor Sports. I was told I could get a build date in July 2022 if I got my deposit in quickly, and that I could complete the build sheet in the following couple of months. All of the information I had read had stated that the car was “turn key minus engine and transaxle.” Even now the website, under FAQs, states “Yes all models include wheels and tires”, and further states “the Superformance GT 40 MK1 model is fitted with 15” BRM style wheels as standard.” Herein lies the problem. I was informed via email yesterday that the car comes with NO tires or wheels. And that ”$2750 is for the “standard” BRM wheels-they are not included in the base price.” Well, where I come from standard means standard, not a chargeable option. That means I will also incur the cost of a set of tires, approximately $2,000 more. He further stated that wheels and tires weren’t listed on the build sheet as “included”, so they are not standard equipment. I feel like I have been mislead and cheated. At this point I’m not sure I even want the car. I haven’t spoken with him since, but even though they say the deposit is nonrefundable, with a little legal influence, I’m pretty sure I could get my deposit back. How would you guys deal with this issue?