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Business And Credit Concentrations (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2022	Dec. 31, 2021
Risks and Uncertainties [Abstract]
Percentage of total retail new vehicle unit sales from stores located in Florida, Texas and California	62.00%
Percentage of new vehicle sales from core brands (percent)	89.00%
Manufacturer receivables	$ 141.8	$ 148.4

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The amount due to the company from manufacturers or distributors, within one year of the balance sheet date, including (1) rebates and assistance for holdbacks, floorplan interest and advertising expenses; (2) incentives based on achieving certain objectives; and (3) amounts due for warranty and service work performed for customers.

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The percentage of new vehicles sold that represent the core brands of new vehicles sold by the company.

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The percentage of total revenue generated by stores located in Florida, Texas, and California.

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