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Inventories (Details 2) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013
Inventories
Interest credits and advertising assistance	$ 11.3	$ 8.7	$ 19.7	$ 16.4

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Floor plan interest credits and advertising assistance received from vendors, which reduce the cost of sales.

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