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Financial Services Arrangements - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Mar. 31, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates [Line Items]    
Net amount financed for dealers $ 958,176  
Trade receivables, net 150,464 186,213
Aggregate repurchase obligation, amount 120,815  
Maximum [Member]
   
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates [Line Items]    
Aggregate repurchase obligation, percentage 15.00%  
Finance affiliate
   
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates [Line Items]    
Investment in affiliates 71,439 69,217
Polaris Acceptance
   
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates [Line Items]    
Equity method investment ownership percentage 50.00%  
Trade receivables, net 247,565  
Securitization Facility
   
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates [Line Items]    
Outstanding balance of receivables $ 710,611