... not many parts are left in Japan once production is
started - why keep anything that is out-dated.
to.... keep customers happy, maybe?
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Seriously speaking, I do find the solution clever - offer to sell newer model "at discount".? Traditionally warranty and service is not a money making division.? But by up-selling them they get a chance to turn them into return customers.? So clever.
Jong
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