Reborn in Hong Kong: The Tycoon Grows Up

Henry Ford II seemed to understand what MacDonald meant, which was to ask Heiyun Motors to take back all the jeeps currently in service in the US military. Most of the American military jeeps were produced during the Vietnam War and have seriously aged. Is Bao Zixuan that stupid?

Besides, the U.S. military is the largest in the world, and it attaches great importance to logistics and supplies. Its military transport vehicles are definitely the largest in the world, and even the Soviet army cannot compare with them.

Before Heiyun acquired the Jeep brand, most of the U.S. military vehicles were Jeeps. This is one of the reasons why Chrysler has become one of the three major automakers in the United States. Its main sales are military purchases.

Now Chrysler has sold the Jeep brand to Heiyun Motors, although it retains its military vehicle production line. However, Chrysler's design has completely lagged behind, and the products it designed simply cannot meet the modern strategic needs of the U.S. military.

It was also during this period in the previous life that General Motors' Hummer brand took advantage of the situation and became an automobile supplier to the U.S. military.

Because of the strong rise of Heiyun Automobile, American automobile manufacturers are much more difficult than in previous lives. This is true for General Motors and Ford, and one can imagine the plight of other manufacturers.

Henry Ford II said very seriously: "President Mike means to let Heiyun Automobile buy back the US military's used cars to make room for us."

"Even if Bao Zixuan had money, he wouldn't be able to do such a thing. There are so many cars, what's the use of buying them back. And it's impossible for the military to place an order with Heiyun Motors. Heiyun shouldn't be that obedient."

In fact, no one would agree to repurchase the sold products. Moreover, these products have been used for many years, and the main reason is that they are still seriously damaged.

Macdonald said with a smile: "We can't look at Bao Zixuan with ordinary people's eyes. He is not a person who plays according to common sense."

"So many cars may be a burden to normal people. But where he is, he might be able to get a large amount of money back."

"Although cars are outdated products in the U.S. military, they are definitely good items in other countries. For example, the Middle East and China, these places can be used as sales places."

Hearing that it would sell, Henry Ford II knew MacDonald's true intentions. At present, this business can only be done by Heiyun Motors because the Jeep brand is in their hands.

But neither China nor the Middle East needs so many vehicles. This poses a problem for Heiyun Group and Bao Zixuan, and it also requires occupying the production line.

According to statistics, the U.S. military has more than 300,000 transport vehicles of various types. China's economy is backward, and people in the Middle East are very picky. Even if the sale is at most only a part, it is still a small part. Most of the vehicles have to be smashed into hands or sold for scrap metal.

The retired vehicles of the US military are not new and will definitely require repairs after they are repurchased. The production line is bound to be occupied. Heiyun Automobile's production capacity is already very tight. If hundreds of thousands of vehicles occupy the production line, it will be troublesome whether other products should continue to be produced.

If Bao Zixuan agrees to buy back retired US military vehicles, it is estimated that in the next six months, or even a year, there will be no thought of increasing the production of Heiyun Motors. This is their true purpose. After all, it is difficult for a clever woman to make a meal without rice.

Henry Ford II: "President Mike's intention is to first convince the military to replace the vehicles, which is relatively simple. After all, this is something that benefits everyone, and using the most advanced combat tools also guarantees the safety of soldiers. .”

"It's not difficult to convince the military to sell decommissioned military vehicles to Heiyun. It can be done in secret and everyone can get benefits."

"The key is how to convince Heiyun Group and Bao Zixuan. This is the most critical issue. If Bao Zixuan doesn't agree, we are just dreaming here. In that case, even if the military vehicles are replaced, at most it will only be a part, and the number will not be too large. big."

In fact, MacDonald didn't have any confidence in his heart. He just brought up China and the Middle East to make trouble, just to cheer up Ford II and reassure the old guy.

Asking this question now, it must be faced and solved.

MacDonald: "Bao Zixuan purchased so many machine tools, tanks, and armored vehicles from the Soviet Union. Now that the U.S. military is in trouble, don't you want to help? This is contempt for the United States. Do you think the military will make it easy for him!"

Hearing this, Ford II felt that something made sense. Bao Zixuan was not only a super genius but also a successful businessman. He also has a nickname, the King of Rags. He has purchased a lot of rags from the Soviet Union over the years.

But this guy is also very capable, and after finishing the repairs, he actually sold them all. Maybe as Mike Donald said, Bao Zixuan should agree to buy back retired vehicles.

MacDonald continued: "In addition, General Motors and Ford can also put pressure on Heiyun Motors if it agrees to sell the Jeep brand and production lines. Our two companies are willing to buy back retired military vehicles, provided that the Jeep brand and production lines belong to us."

This is a conspiracy. Jeep is now a very profitable brand under Heiyun Motors. The market share is gradually increasing. How can it be sold at this time?

Most of the retired military vehicles are Jeeps that GM and Ford cannot repair even if they want to buy them back. Because it involves patent issues, it can only be left to Jeep for now.

Ford II was very satisfied. It seemed that MacDonald was really a talent. I am not young anymore, and no one in my family has the ability to serve as chairman. Should we find a suitable opportunity to poach this kid?

Henry Ford II smiled and said: "What President Mike said makes sense. I will do as you say."

"Ford never takes advantage of anyone. After the deal is completed, each of us will take half and half. I know that General Motors has done a lot of preparatory work in the early stage, and Ford can provide financial compensation."

Macdonald was a little unhappy. After all, Ford couldn't account for half of the share by any calculation.

The current corporate size of GM is about 1.3 times that of Ford. Moreover, the general research and development of new military vehicles is about to be completed. And the military is satisfied with its performance and handling.

Now Ford wants to take half of the market share. Isn't this a bargain? There are so many good things in the world, GM must take the lead.

Macdonald: "Mr. Ford's proposal is very good, but now GM has almost finished everything. It is difficult for one half of the company to explain to the board of directors at this time. If Ford is left aside, GM also has a great opportunity. But if we don't cooperate with GM, Ford doesn’t seem to have a good choice.”

Ford II seemed to have known that the other party would refuse, and said with a smile: "It's not that Ford has no other options, but he doesn't bother to choose. President Mike also needs to leave a way out for himself. It's best not to do too many things too harshly."

"You can't work at GM for a lifetime, and I guess the board of directors' trust in you is not as high as it was before. Ford has a longer history, and in terms of technical strength alone, GM is still not as good as Ford in many areas. Ford is only good at marketing and In terms of capital operation, it is just a little worse than General Motors.”

What does this old guy mean? Does he want to dig him out? It's not impossible, otherwise I wouldn't be talking like this.

Mac Donald: "Thank you for your support, Mr. Ford, but my friendship with Mr. Ford cannot affect the cooperation between enterprises."

Who would believe such nonsense and without any guarantee of profit, and gain benefits by selling out the interests of the company? This kind of behavior that violates professional ethics is not advisable, and the most important thing is that it is in front of another company owner.

If this is done, Ford II will definitely think that GM can be sold out for profit today; and Ford can be sold out for profit tomorrow.

Henry Ford II knew that MacDonald would not make mistakes easily. If a little kindness could make him change his principles, then this person would not be the CEO of GM. The GM board of directors was not that stupid.

In the end, the two people had preliminary discussions and reached an agreement that General Motors would account for 55% of the overall share; Ford would account for 35%; and the remaining 10% would be left to other companies. It is not so easy to go it alone with military orders.

Now that a consensus has been reached, just follow the established plan.

This requires MacDonald to be responsible, and Ford II can show his face at critical moments. No matter what, we must let the government and military know that the Ford family is also involved.

Mr. Bao, who is far away in Japan, still doesn't know; a crisis, of course, maybe an opportunity is waiting for him. This once again disrupted the overall plan of Heiyun Group. But there are some problems; it is difficult to refuse before reaching a certain level of strength!