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Operating Leases (Narrative) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2011 years months
Operating Leases [Abstract] |
Initial lease term of certain distribution centers and manufacturing and store locations, minimum (in months) | 1
Initial lease term of certain distribution centers and manufacturing and store locations, maximum (in months) | 60
Initial lease terms of most store locations, minimum (in months) | 36
Initial lease terms of most store locations, maximum (in months) | 48
Leasehold improvements, net book value | $ 2,377
Amortization period of leasehold improvements on operating leases (in months) | 36
Terms of semi-tractor leases (in months) | 36
Term of non-cancellable pick-up leases (in years) | 1
Renewal options for non-cancellable pick-up leases, maximum (in months) | 72
Average pick-up lease term, minimum (in months) | 28
Average pick-up lease term, maximum (in months) | 36
Aggregate residual value guarantee | 44,948
Loss on disposal reserve | $ 743

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