New Car Negotiations

... Do you work for free? Originally Posted by JT

No, I actually WORK to EARN my pay.

Sometimes people need a salesman to walk them through the process. The auto sales manager realizes with ME, he can close my deal with no fuss and get on to the next deal. I just refuse to pay someone who provides ME no value add. In fact, most car salesmen are a significant negative because they get pushy and won't leave me alone. They chose to be in that business, not me. (I view cold callers on the phone the same way.)

Now a waitress is a different story. Assuming that she is pleasant and brings the right stuff on time, I always tip 20% or more. When I'm the designated driver, I tip a buck for EACH glass of water. (Some of you have been out with me and have seen me do it.) It's not fair to get service without tipping.

If a salesman has something to offer me that helps me, then I gladly pay them. It's the salesmen who think they are owed a living, and view customers as "the next moron to rip off" that earn the title "slimy", not the ones who are out there actually providing service and earning their commissions.

look o & dd I understand what you are saying I am just sticking up for the little guys to be honest the used car guy makes more than new car guy sales person. but the dealer fucks every body just like anything you buy

I've been thinking of either the Focus or Malibu. Originally Posted by KCJoe

Which one has the most days supply? Which one has been on the lot the longest? I suggest getting the VIN number of the odd-colored one that's sitting on the showroom floor and checking how old it is. (Call the local trucking company that ships cars to dealerships and see if they'll do it for you.) I'm sure there's a guy out there that bought a bright yellow Pontiac Aztek during a blizzard on December 31st that knows all the tricks. Use the Google.

P.S. Why do you want to buy a rental car? Why not a Dodge Challenger?

P.S. Why do you want to buy a rental car? Why not a Dodge Challenger? Originally Posted by Longermonger

??????? didn't think i indicated i wanted a rental car. a challenger is a little to sporty for me. i'm into comfort and a good ride and trunk space.

??????? didn't think i indicated i wanted a rental car. a challenger is a little to sporty for me. i'm into comfort and a good ride and trunk space. Originally Posted by KCJoe

Okay grandpa

Okay grandpa Originally Posted by dirty dog

I need a big trunk for my walker!

I need a big trunk for my walker! Originally Posted by KCJoe

??????? didn't think i indicated i wanted a rental car. a challenger is a little to sporty for me. i'm into comfort and a good ride and trunk space. Originally Posted by KCJoe

I haven't test driven this model myself but, if you're looking for comfort, good ride, and a "nice trunk". I would have to recommend Adrielle.