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Inventories, Contracts in Progress and Vehicle Floor Plan Payable (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2023 | Mar. 31, 2022
Inventory [Line Items] |  |
Weighted average interest rate | 5.80% | 4.30%
Automotive [Member] |  |
Inventory [Line Items] |  |
Borrowing capacity | $ 106,300,000 |
Vehicle floor plan payable | 76,900,000 |
Floor plan assistance | $ 1,400,000 | $ 900,000
Vehicle Floor Plan Facility [Member] | Automotive [Member] |  |
Inventory [Line Items] |  |
Weighted average interest rate | 5.40% | 2.00%

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