Inventories - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025	Sep. 30, 2024	Sep. 30, 2025	Sep. 30, 2024
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Interest credits and advertising assistance	$ 18.6	$ 18.3	$ 52.5	$ 49.0

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

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