Why was the GM Discount Thread Locked?

knightc2

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I don't know why either, as it is great deal but this thread is not hot and CERTAIN to be locked. This should be in "Off Topic" or "Brag and Moan"
 

Dacalo

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ClockerXP

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That certainly doesn't seem like a good reason to prevent others from seeing such a hot deal. Should another poster recreate a new thread and be sure not to post in it again? That would be lame, as was locking the thread in the first place. That's a deal people should see!
 

RossMAN

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Originally posted by: ClockerXP
That certainly doesn't seem like a good reason to prevent others from seeing such a hot deal. Should another poster recreate a new thread and be sure not to post in it again? That would be lame, as was locking the thread in the first place. That's a deal people should see!

I know and it's a Hot Deal, I would suggest sending a PM to AnandTech Moderator
 

Samus

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Both threads are locked, and this one will soon be too.

I think AT hates GM as much as I do. Ford rox!
 

RossMAN

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Originally posted by: Samus
Both threads are locked, and this one will soon be too.

I think AT hates GM as much as I do. Ford rox!

It would be nice if we had an explanation.

I've seen other auto threads (such as Saab, Ford, Honda, Kia) go unlocked. Why this one?
 

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The column can be packed from either the top or the bottom using the chromaflow station. valide per procedures in 8 CFR part 21.
 
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Originally posted by: pclstyle
The column can be packed from either the top or the bottom using the chromaflow station. valide per procedures in 8 CFR part 21.
That's about as good an explanation as we're gonna get.

 

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Supplier discount, now employee pricing... GM just wants to move some inventory... thats fine by me I was lookin into a yukon/tahoe or the 9_2x aero
 

olds

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I am betting the HD thread was locked because it was a cross post. Not sure why the OT htread was locked, didn't read it.
 

ClockerXP

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Should never been an OT thread in the first place. The Hot Deals thread should be unlocked. I can't believe a Mod has not chimed in yet. Guess they just don't care or don't want to feel stupid for locking a really hot deal...
 

RossMAN

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Originally posted by: ClockerXP
Guess they just don't care or don't want to feel stupid for locking a really hot deal...

Mods are human and make mistakes just like we do (not saying that they did make a mistake).

I'm just glad that they realized it's a legit deal and unlocked one of the two threads. Although I agree with you it's a Hot Deal not an Off Topic sort of discussion.
 

olds

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Originally posted by: ClockerXP
Should never been an OT thread in the first place. The Hot Deals thread should be unlocked. I can't believe a Mod has not chimed in yet. Guess they just don't care or don't want to feel stupid for locking a really hot deal...

The HD thread needs to stay locked. Cross posting is not allowed. The OP had a better chance if he had linked to the GM site where it explained the sale.
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Can someone show me where GM explains the deal and not some third party? I guess I suck at searching.
 

ClockerXP

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http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2005/06/01/110786.html

GM Offers Employee Discount to Everyone

DETROIT, June 1, 2005; For the first time in its history, GM is offering its employee discount to everyone who takes delivery of a new 2005 GM car or truck from June 1 through July 5, 2005.

"Our employees are extremely proud of the company they work for and the products they build," said Brent Dewar, GM North America vice president of Marketing and Advertising. "In recent months there has been plenty of news about GM, but not enough said about our industry leading product line-up. We want to bring the focus back to what drives our business -- great cars and trucks. This program gives everybody a chance to drive the vehicles that we drive and pay the price that we pay.

"It also is a great opportunity for America to experience high quality vehicles such as the Chevrolet Malibu, GMC Sierra HD and Chevrolet Suburban, which were the highest ranked Entry Midsize, Heavy Duty Full-Size Pickup and Full-Size Sport Utility Vehicle in Initial Quality in the recent J.D. Power and Associates 2005 Initial Quality Study or one of our 19 models that achieve at least 30 miles per gallon fuel economy on the highway," Dewar added.

The 'GM Employee Discount for Everyone' provides consumers with a great price right up front. Prices are prominently displayed on eligible vehicles at participating GM dealerships and take into account available rebates, but exclude taxes, title and dealer fees. Consumers also can confirm the price of a specific vehicle by entering the vehicle's VIN number on http://www.gmbuypower.com .

"We firmly believe that once consumers have the opportunity to drive a GM vehicle, they'll know what we, and millions of loyal GM customers, already know about the value represented by the cars and trucks that we build," Dewar said. "The 'GM Employee Discount for Everyone' provides very simple, very compelling prices for consumers and clarity regarding the final purchase price. We believe it will cut through the clutter of all the other offers currently in the market. This is what we mean when we say we want to offer a transparent total value proposition to our consumers."

The 'GM Discount for Everyone' program includes all 2005 GM cars and trucks, except for Chevrolet Corvette and GMC medium duty trucks and is compatible with most other incentives currently available.

The program will be supported by significant broadcast, print and online media featuring GM employees. Advertising will begin on June 3.