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Commitments and Contingencies - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 9 Months Ended |
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Sep. 30, 2023 | Dec. 31, 2022
Other Commitments [Line Items] |  |
Maximum exposure associated with general indemnifications | $ 8,000 |
General indemnifications minimum expiration period | 1 year |
General indemnifications maximum expiration period | 3 years |
Percentage of dealership that is accounted for under the equity method | 50.00% |
Contingent liability reserve balance after reduction | $ 4,300 |
Other accrued liabilities |  |
Other Commitments [Line Items] |  |
Amount reserved for pending proceedings | 400 |
Other long-term liabilities |  |
Other Commitments [Line Items] |  |
Amount reserved for pending proceedings | $ 300 | $ 300
Accrued Liabilities |  |
Other Commitments [Line Items] |  |
Amount reserved for pending proceedings |  | $ 400

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