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If we asked what a vehicle’s window sticker contains, you’d probably reply, “the sticker price,” without hesitation. Although you’d be right, you’d also be making a vast understatement. In addition to the manufacturer’s suggested retail price, window stickers contain a wealth of info about vehicles to help ensure buyers get their money’s worth for whatever price they actually wind up paying. Follow the link below to learn more about the window sticker, like how it got its industry name, “the Monroney” — and why failing to adhere to sticker statute can be a costly mistake for a dealer.
Former Assistant Managing Editor-News Matt Schmitz is a veteran Chicago journalist indulging his curiosity for all things auto while helping to inform car shoppers.