Crazy Freddy's Motor Sports

CrazyFreddy · 12-13-2007, 10:26 PM

I will attempt to start a new thread devoted to questions about my industry.

If anyone who doesn't live local enough to buy from us, or even if you do I will answer any questions you might have about the purchase of a new or used motorsport vehicle.

Sorry, I can't answer too many service questions, but feel free to call my store @ 516-795-6400 Ext 102 for service or Parts

I am willing to discuss any topics such as financing, warranties, trade-ins, hot product, selling techniques.

I'm not the smartest guy in the world, but I know how to sell bikes. Please feel free to ask me anything.

I would hope that this thread can stay on the topic that I am offering.

Fred Ippolito, CEO
Crazy Freddy's Motor Sports

TattooedGQ · 12-14-2007, 3:59 PM

Aside from the bashing on the other thread, This guy is ginvg some good info over there....A direct link to someone in the business can prove to be a very useful tool to those looking to buy bikes. Glad to see you started this topic Fred.

Justin

CrazyFreddy · 12-14-2007, 6:12 PM

Thanks Justin. I'm here to help, and hopefully get some of the members to walk through my doors.

TattooedGQ · 12-14-2007, 6:40 PM

More Business is always good business, good luck....and apparantly I can't spell giving in that last post of mine. lol

CrazyFreddy · 12-14-2007, 6:55 PM

Thank you

Twincam · 12-14-2007, 7:56 PM

I haven't found one owner of a buisness actually offer his phone number out to his customers for them to ring them if they have problems.

If I do move to America, I sure will drop in and say hi - might even take a CBR off your hands

Take care and all the best,

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year,

Twincam

(The old thread has been closed)

globehopperz · 12-14-2007, 8:13 PM

Have always wondered how a dealership works. Do you have to purchase your units and merchandise from the manufacturer at a set price and then resell them? Or, do you (as an authorized dealer) order as needed then pay the manufacturers once you have made the sale?

How does that process work? I don't have a clue.

CrazyFreddy · 12-14-2007, 8:27 PM

We have 2 order periods a year. We need to be correct when we order.

The deliveries come in pretty much throughout the year regardless if they are sold or not. The factory gets paid as they ship the units. Most dealerships have inventory financing (Floor Plan)

Yes we have a set price and all dealers pay the same. We get extra money back (rebates) (inventory credits) because of our volume.

It cost a heck of a lot of money to offer the selection we do. We have over $15,000,000 in inventory right now (i might be understating that). It grows towards the spring.

CrazyFreddy · 12-15-2007, 9:04 AM

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Originally Posted by smoothrideronli

I will be contacting you today Freddy about a person who beleives they have been screwed by you so hopefully it can be wroked out...

Smooth,

do you mind sending me a PM or a phone call when you need something?

This thread was not intented for that. It's about how delaerships work.

You know someone that is alleging somthing. There is no reason to use the word "Screwed" when we haven't even sat down yet and looked at the deal.

I'm willing to work with you, but please stop taking little "bites" @ me.

Thanks,

Fred

CrazyFreddy · 12-15-2007, 9:08 AM

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Originally Posted by smoothrideronli

By the way it was BS that the other thread was closed.

The person who made those false allegations worked for me. He apologized yesterday, picked up his final commission check and agreed to remove everything from the site. This is my livelihood, opinions and personal experiences are fine with me. Lies and damaging my business for entertainment is not.

I have always been truthful to you and everyone else. If anyone has issues I will handle them, enough said.

THE JESTER · 12-15-2007, 9:27 AM

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Originally Posted by smoothrideronli

I will be contacting you today Freddy about a person who beleives they have been screwed by you so hopefully it can be wroked out...

Give it a break the title of this thread is " Crazy Freddy's Motor Sports " not Crazy Freddy's Character Assasination Spot. The other thread got completly out of hand and solved nothing, this one hopefully will give the members an insight to what actually happens in a dealership if it is given the chance.

Red Rider · 12-15-2007, 9:59 AM

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Originally Posted by THE JESTER

Give it a break the title of this thread is " Crazy Freddy's Motor Sports " not Crazy Freddy's Character Assasination Spot. The other thread got completly out of hand and solved nothing, this one hopefully will give the members an insight to what actually happens in a dealership if it is given the chance.

Agreed. Specific questions, concerns, or issues with Crazy Freddy can be discussed via PM. Bashing of sponsors won't be tolerated...

Maholli · 12-15-2007, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Red Rider

Agreed. Specific questions, concerns, or issues with Crazy Freddy can be discussed via PM. Bashing of sponsors won't be tolerated...

ALSO, any posts that go off topic in this thread will get deleted..

Twincam · 12-15-2007, 2:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maholli

ALSO, any posts that go off topic in this thread will get deleted..

Nice one!

CrazyFreddy · 12-15-2007, 2:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red Rider

Agreed. Specific questions, concerns, or issues with Crazy Freddy can be discussed via PM. Bashing of sponsors won't be tolerated...

Thank you red rider, I think bashing any member should not be tolerated. As a sponser, I am not expecting any "extra protection", but I do appreciate your post.

Freddy

rockyfivez · 12-16-2007, 7:36 PM

hey fred,
i was wondering if you guys sell bikes in winter too?

CrazyFreddy · 12-16-2007, 10:50 PM

Yes we do. Not as many as I would like to.

ATV's and dirtbikes are strong for us now.

BillZ · 12-16-2007, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by rockyfivez

hey fred,
i was wondering if you guys sell bikes in winter too?

I feel I can answer this with a yes since I purchased 3 bikes from Fred this Saturday.
I have to add that on Friday night my mind was pretty made up that my purchase would not be at Crazy Freddy’s since I had lost some valuable shopping time on Thursday when they could not give me the deal I was looking for. I must tell you that I am a hard sell, a very hard sell. The sales dept was very pleasant and professional but just could not close the deal that I had in mind. Probably since the deal I had in mind was really not practical.
I spent more time on the net Thursday night in search of the best deal when I found this forum and the “screwed by Freddy” post. As I had been there about 3 times that week it of course caught my attention and although it was not the original posters intention it was what got Fred my business (and all future business). You have to applaud the man for how he handled himself in that thread. I called Fred on Saturday morning to take him up on his offer to speak with anyone re: business at his stores and told him my situation. He told me he would call me back in 20 minutes and that we would be doing business together. He called me back in 15. My wife and I went in and, although the store was busy, Fred took the time to see that we left there as happy customers. We did. The deal Fred gave us was above and beyond what I had hoped to get.
Thanks for the great deal Fred. There are going to be 3 happy kids this Xmas. I will stop in and drop off some pictures of the Kids on their new TTR 125’s wearing their Crazy Freddy’s T-Shirts.
Also please feel free to use me as a reference if you ever have the need. Rob has my cell #. It’s yours to give out.
Bill Z
P.S.
Thanks for the coffee and donuts too.

.OrgOwner · 12-16-2007, 11:39 PM

Maybe you should post some pictures in this thread...

BillZ · 12-16-2007, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by .OrgOwner

Maybe you should post some pictures in this thread...

I would be happy to but it will have to wait until after Xmas as these bikes are a surprise.

Bill Z

Twincam · 12-17-2007, 9:04 AM

Sounds like everyone is getting along together like a house on fire - told you he was nice

.OrgOwner · 12-17-2007, 6:45 PM

Freddy - I would be interested to know how your incentive program for the sales people is structured if your comfortable disclosing that sort of information.

CrazyFreddy · 12-18-2007, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by .OrgOwner

Freddy - I would be interested to know how your incentive program for the sales people is structured if your comfortable disclosing that sort of information.

Salespeople get a very small base salary. Volume incentives. I give commissions and big "spiffs" for most left overs and slow moving items.

Hard working salespeople can make good money. It's a very goal based pay plan.

I'm sorry I can't be more specific.

CrazyFreddy · 12-18-2007, 12:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BillZ

I feel I can answer this with a yes since I purchased 3 bikes from Fred this Saturday.
I have to add that on Friday night my mind was pretty made up that my purchase would not be at Crazy Freddy’s since I had lost some valuable shopping time on Thursday when they could not give me the deal I was looking for. I must tell you that I am a hard sell, a very hard sell. The sales dept was very pleasant and professional but just could not close the deal that I had in mind. Probably since the deal I had in mind was really not practical.
I spent more time on the net Thursday night in search of the best deal when I found this forum and the “screwed by Freddy” post. As I had been there about 3 times that week it of course caught my attention and although it was not the original posters intention it was what got Fred my business (and all future business). You have to applaud the man for how he handled himself in that thread. I called Fred on Saturday morning to take him up on his offer to speak with anyone re: business at his stores and told him my situation. He told me he would call me back in 20 minutes and that we would be doing business together. He called me back in 15. My wife and I went in and, although the store was busy, Fred took the time to see that we left there as happy customers. We did. The deal Fred gave us was above and beyond what I had hoped to get.
Thanks for the great deal Fred. There are going to be 3 happy kids this Xmas. I will stop in and drop off some pictures of the Kids on their new TTR 125’s wearing their Crazy Freddy’s T-Shirts.
Also please feel free to use me as a reference if you ever have the need. Rob has my cell #. It’s yours to give out.
Bill Z
P.S.
Thanks for the coffee and donuts too.

Thanks Bill. I checked on your bikes today. They will be delivered tomorrow (Tuesday) as promised. Merry Christmas. Looking forward to the pictures.

Fred

PKING · 12-21-2007, 3:02 PM

I came all the way from Central Jersey to the Massapequa Location with alot of skepticism.I heard many bad things about this place but had to see for myself and get rid of the doubt.I delt with salesman Craig Miller,nice guy, who assured me that they have a differnt staff now including finance who has changed the whole reputation of this dealership with Customer service being ther number 1# priority he also worked with me to get me the best deal.Needless to say I left there the owner of a new Suzuki Gsxr 750.The deal I got blew any Jersey dealership price out the water .And from the GM to Finance they made sure I left there a satisfied customer. I will definetly refer many customers to them and look foward to future buisness. Thanks Pablo From New Jersey"

CrazyFreddy · 12-21-2007, 3:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PKING

I came all the way from Central Jersey to the Massapequa Location with alot of skepticism.I heard many bad things about this place but had to see for myself and get rid of the doubt.I delt with salesman Craig Miller,nice guy, who assured me that they have a differnt staff now including finance who has changed the whole reputation of this dealership with Customer service being ther number 1# priority he also worked with me to get me the best deal.Needless to say I left there the owner of a new Suzuki Gsxr 750.The deal I got blew any Jersey dealership price out the water .And from the GM to Finance they made sure I left there a satisfied customer. I will definetly refer many customers to them and look foward to future buisness. Thanks Pablo From New Jersey"

Thank you for the kind words.

Merry Christmas,

Freddy

TroubledWine · 01-07-2008, 3:41 AM

I have to say that after reading the other thread in it's entireity and reading this one, Freddy has went WELL beyond what any other dealer I know of would even think about. The fact that he stayed level headed, took care of the one with a logical complaint, and was able to discredit the disgruntled former employee who smeared his reputation and name without going apeshit proves he is better than me LOL.

rockyfivez · 01-10-2008, 1:40 AM

hey fred,
i need a bike planin to pick on 20th jan

i m open for 600rr/zx-6/1000rr/zx 10r

i m going to decide what bike depending on the prices u offer
give me a good deal il buy one for my brother in summer
looking forward for your response
you can mail me on rajat515151@yahoo.com

thank you

rockyfivez · 01-10-2008, 2:29 AM

and yea plz quote out of the door prices

*Fassst51* · 01-11-2008, 2:58 PM

Hi all, I'm new here, but have been riding Honda's since 1994, but currently have a 07 GSXR 750 that I purchased from Fred's Port Jefferson location. I'm considering the 08 CBR1K after sitting on it at the NYC MC show a few weeks ago.
Fred,
Being that I just signed onto this site, and read that whole previous thread about your business being under assault from all sides; and you signing on as a Sponser to defend it, has impressed the hell out of me. I was very impressed how you cowboy'ed up and took them head on, as well as reimbursing the one buyer money plus a gift certificate.
I purchased my 07 GSXR 750 late July from you PJS store, as I previously mentioned. The salesperson was super professional, and after speaking with me, he realized I knew a bit (being an ex-racer and 4 years of track days) and didn't try to shine me on or anything remotely similar to things mentioned in that previous thread. I actually responded to an advertisement in Newsday, for a new 07 GSXR 750, I was shocked and amazed when I saw the price, it was that good. I gave them the cash, and trucked the bike home, best bike and deal I ever received (I have purchased 5 new Hondas from Fun Wheels since 1994). This is the first bike purchase from you, but I'm sure it will not be the last.
Jordan
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