When thinking of the word conman in modern day terms, one of the most common responses is the used car salesman. Nothing against all used car salesmen, but due to bad reputations caused by the wrongdoings of their predecessors, they take upon this negative connotation. Not all of the apples are bad, but most of them are grown from bad roots. Most used car salesmen would admit to you that they are indeed taught tactics to deceive the customer with the sole purpose of making a sale. The dictionary definition of a conman is "a man who cheats or tricks someone by gaining their trust and persuading them to believe something that is not true." If the doings of these salesmen are not almost spot on the definition, then who knows what is. Intentionally …show more content…
Auto dealer fraud is defined as "deceptive and unlawful acts performed by automobile dealers at any stage of the purchasing process". Under this wide umbrella falls many acts such as odometer fraud, sale of false goods and overcharging. In the U.S each state has different laws that basically act as compensation for when a purchased car does not work, these are called "Lemon Laws". In addition to the U.S making laws to protect the buyer from the cons of the salesmen, Canada has also recently set in a new set of laws with the same intention. With their new set of laws, dealers must run thorough checks and provide correct information on the car before the sale is made. Consequences of failing to do so include removal of license, extensive fines, and potentially even jail time if the offender is a repeater. Although there have been many law implemented, still, there are many occurrences per year of auto dealer fraud. For example, just last December in England, a man was arrested on eight counts of auto dealer fraud. The man, Steven Courage, was arrested for lying about fake mechanical issues on client's cars and for rolling back mileage on the cars that he was indeed selling. To go along with this, there are not many laws in tact specifically to stop con-men. Con-men come in many different varieties, so it is quite hard …show more content…
The traits of a used by the car salesmen are almost identical to those traits of a con-man. In order for these salesmen to truly gain peoples trust to the point where they are willing to buy a vehicle from them, there must be a very prominent confidence level. The word con-man is a shortened work for "confidence man". By having the confidence to partake in some of the shady activities that car salesmen do, it is more than clear that they are indeed the perfect fit for the con-man mold. The trait that most associates the car salesman with the con-man is the tactics that they are taught to deceive us everyday people. Although many con-men are not simply taught the tactics that they employ, the similarity of the two different groups is almost uncanny. When looking at it from an all-seeing eye view, it is clear to see that the salesmen have one thing in mind, which is making a sale. Similar to the con-man archetype, they use these traits to make you think that they truly have the best interest for you, when in reality, they could care less about your well-being. The sheer fact that a common thing among car salesmen is that they willingly will sell a vehicle that they know is not fully functioning, is disturbing. This tactic alone shows how both the con-man and car salesman thrive off of feeding people dishonesty through kind words and kindness. Both the con-men
Fraud is one of Canada's most severe acts of financial criminality as the economic impact of this crime could potentially handicap an entire society. According to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre Annual Statistic Report (CAFC), a report established to monitor fraud with the aid of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), and Competition Bureau of Canada, it reported an annual loss of 74 million dollars affecting over 14,472 victims (Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, 2014). Given this alarming statistic, it is worrisome that we as a society still ignore or turn a blind eye towards those who commit fraud as seen in the low conviction (Canada Revenue Agency, 2014), and focus our efforts on petty thefts as seen with the high rate of convictions
The Attorney General and the Department of Motor Vehicles of several States are now putting auto dealers on notice. In the states of New York and Nevada they are warning them: “Your advertisements had better be accurate” (Knapp, Eyewitness News, 2004). Studies from the Attorney General of New York Eliot Spitzer, gives many consumer tips to finding misleading advertisements. “Push, Pull, and Drag it in, Guaranteed Trade-in $3,000!” This is a ploy slogan that really confuses consumers, especially college students. In reality, the dealers cannot pay money for a trade in no matter how much it is actually worth. The dealers can only put that hypothetical “trade-in money” toward the purchase of another car. “Dealers often raise the prices of the cars on their lots prior to this sale” (Spitzer, 2003). So in the end, you are really not getting much of a bargain. When watching a car commercial, look for the details in getting this new car for your “push or pull,” there should be a description of how much money must be put down at the time of the trade. If this is not being done, you can report the violating car dealer to your state attorney general’s office.
A deal with these sales representatives seems like a good idea, they’re experienced and have most likely been doing this for a while. But not only is it illegal, it is strongly against my better judgment. This case is greatly related “value judgment”. It clearly demonstrates an unethical value judgement for me to participate in this deal. It is highly illegal, and wrong for me to steal from my
The current situation appears to start out with the buyer’s perception that the seller is dishonest. The buyer asks about the mileage being set back. The seller doesn’t really respond to that comment, but moves past it. I think if he would have made a joke out of it, or made a statement that they don’t practice dishonesty, the seller could have gained more trust. Second the seller appears to be assuming the needs of the buyer. The seller is leading with questions like, “Do you need that much room?” The customer says that they don’t, but is it possible that they do want something more spacious? It is possible. The seller seems to think that the buyer is only buying for gas mileage. The seller is overlooking a key selling point, the buyer is getting into a car pool with their boss. It is probable that the buyer would unconsciously want to buy a car that would make a statement to their boss.
Jackson and O'Connor both use two characters to depict man having the power to manipulate truth and objection into something people accept. In O’Connor’s’ A Good Man is Hard to Find, the Misfit is a character in need of desired assistance, troubled and confused he wanders savagely murdering strangers. On the opposite side of the ring, you have a seemingly traditional early 1900’s Caucasian senior citizen traveling with her family. Hasting to waste time, the grandmother drives her family all through the Southeastern states. The two meet in a tire blow out, and for the grandmothers’ wicked mouth this will be the end for the entire family. In a haste reaction trying to spare her own life other than her already dead family, she extends her arm towards the cold killer trying to unravel the slightest last bit of morality the Misfit has. At that moment, her Christian morals are revealed, but sadly the old woman finally was silenced. The Misfit fired his gun, scared and just in awe at the hope and desperation the grandmother had in her Christian hopes of saving her life. Humorously towards the killing the Misfit quotes,
There are some people who do try to sell products they truly believe are good, however, everyone has different tastes so not everyone will believe something is good. There are many more haulers now who are constantly lying about products that they don’t even know, use, or even enjoy, but try to sell them in order for money, exchanges, gifts, and rewards in return from these companies. Eventually people will find out that they are being told to just advertise and sell it to people, and eventually people on the other side will stop believing in the haulers and the consumerism world. In Kunzru’s story, he expresses how people just seem out of it, always trying to sell things that are unnecessary. He says “I found myself wondering if Sasha was telling me that the sushi at Bar Fugu was to die for because he meant it or because it was a snappy slogan.”
In Jack Kerouac's novel On the Road, the author tries to convey to the audience that everybody is naturally dishonest and morally deceitful. Morals are defined by one's religion, the laws of the country, or some combination of the two. One's identity captures and plays out that individual’s moral. My morals follow the Christian beliefs, Texas state laws, and the laws of the United States. Although one's own morals can change, basic things such as stealing and murder are wrong and illegal by federal law. Numerous characters performed many acts proving this point such as Montana Slim, who says in order to get money, follow a man down an alley and rob him, or Dean, who never feels remorse for beating Mary Lou after a fight. These along with other characters display such actions that show that everyone is morally deceitful.
In Flannery O’Connor’s story, “A Good Man is Hard to Find”, words of affirmation, such as, “a good man”, are sometimes used in an inappropriate context. O’Connor writes, “Two fellers come in here last week,” Red Sammy said, “driving a Chrysler. It was a old beat-up car but it was a good one and these boys looked all right to me. Said they worked at the mill and you know I let them fellers charge the gas they brought? Now why did I do that” (142)? Grandmother tells Red Sammy that he let the men charge the gas because he is a good man. In this situation, Grandmother is defining the term “good man” as a man that is gullible and trusting. In this quote Red Sammy also defines the old beat-up car as a good car and chooses to believe that the men are good because they claim they have jobs. The different interpretations of words of affirmation shows how individuals feel they have the authority to judge people based on their own moral standards.
At first I was a little hesitant, walking by the small market stand full of hair styling products I have never seen before. As usual, there is a salesman standing on the other side trying to persuade every individual to buy their new products. That may seem familiar and yes it can be very annoying. Targeting uninformed consumers is extremely unethical because the consumer most likely is not interested and they may be getting lied to. Many people know they will say anything to them to buy their product. In fact, two thirds of salesmen admit they lie about products they sell. Usually when someone is interested in a product, they will proceed to the salesman to learn more. But now, the salesmen are going out of their way to inform others about
Fraud is usually comprehended as deceptive nature calculated for advantage. And usually this kind of people might be called a fraud. According to the U.S. legal system, fraud is a particular offense with specific features. Fraud must be proved by showing that the defendant’s actions involved five separate elements: 1. A false statement of a material fact; 2. Knowledge on the part of the defendant that the statement is untrue; 3. Intent on the part of the defendant to deceive the alleged victim; 4. Justifiable reliance by the alleged victim on the statement; 5. Injury to the alleged victim as a
The plaintiff firm of surveyors bought a second-hand Rolls Royce from the defendants which developed serious defects after 2,000. It was held that the firm was acting as a consumer and that to buy in the course of a business 'the buying of cars must form at the very least an integral part of the buyer's business or a necessary incidental thereto'. It was emphasised that only in those circumstances could the buyer be said to be on equal footing with his seller in terms of bargaining strength.
In the case where the customer a wants to purchase a certain shoe but the shoe store does not have her/her size, and the salesperson tries to trick the customer into purchasing a larger shoe, the sales associate lying and deception is morally un...
Many people are unaware just how much auto-repair fraud, or “garage fraud” takes place. It can take place anywhere from service stations who may perform light mechanic work, to a Garage which may fix tires, brakes, shocks, or transmissions. People can be taken advantage of in “garage fraud” in many ways. One way this can happen is by an attendant lying about labor, or the actual amount of time he spent on your vehicle. Another method is by huge markups on replacement parts, or cleaning and painting your old part and selling it back to you. Lastly, the attendant may lie about what is actually wrong with your car and charge you for something far more expensive.
Defined as the consumer recognizes a problem or need. In this case, Porsche customer are portrayed by their desire and affection for challenges but at the same time they are facing a financial advantage that they couldn’t enjoy the most. They tried to look for the differences in their aim included the car they purchase and drive every day. In the end, they make Porsche to be their ideal purchase.
The fact that honesty and trust are vital should make us re-think the treatment of the dishonest and untrustworthy. Dishonest people impose losses that go beyond those suffered by their direct victims. If pack-ages are stolen from people’s doorsteps, the rest of us incur costs when delivery companies stop leaving packages unless someone is home. If people rob bus operators and taxi drivers, all of us are required to have exact change or small bills.