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Originally Posted by v8klla
.... Initial prices were quoted at HKS' MAP (Minimum Advertised Price) but we quickly realized that several other retailers (including one known HKS direct dealer) were quoting and ultimately selling the kits at a lower price. At the request of several customers we decided to match the lower pricing knowing full well that those very customers would simply purchase elsewhere at that same lower price if we decided otherwise.....
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I am sorry Chris, but I am with HKS on this one. You know the rules involving minimum price policy and made the decision to break it. Odds are MAP was singled out, as they are the largest of the people breaking the rules, and an example had to be made. It really does suck that they cut you off and didn't cut off anyone else, and really sucks that customers feel the need to play the PM war between shops, then share confidential information.
Please don't take it personally, as I do see your point, and in reality HK$ is just overpriced merchandise.
I would call the title "Why you should think twice when dealing with AWD Motorsports" or "Why you should think twice before asking for special treatment from vendors and then sharing the quoted prices between them..."
Good luck with the situation.