I Hate Car Salesmen

[mrjoker5150]

I get a new car every year. (I don't necessarily mean "new," as in 0 miles.) Anyway, I typically alternate between sports car and luxury car. And I always consider nearly every car company when deciding what to buy. Sometimes I want a very American Car, othertimes, I want a refined luxury import.

Regardless of whether I buy import or domestic, sports car or sedan, there is always one constant, every year.

THE SLIMEBAG CAR SALESMEN.

Every f'ing year, I have to deal with these uneducated, neanderthal criminals, that think because they wear a tie to work, that they should be respected.

And I love shopping for new cars, online, newspaper/magazines, or just driving around. I love the hunt, looking for my next car. It is like looking for a new girlfriend.

Here is the deal. I know my shit about cars. I restore them, build them, race them, buy them, sell them, and adore them. I even write about them for a magazine.

And then, I have to deal with a plaid-sportcoat wearing, knockoff Rolex having, uneducated, neanderthal.

Car Salesmen ruin the enjoyment of getting a new car, they really do. I feel like a virgin in a whorehouse when I walk into a dealership. I come out feeling like I need a shower.

I have decided to keep my car a little while longer. I may try to sell it myself, and then buy a private party car.

 

[PatsFan34]

Can you give some examples of why this car salesman was a slimbag, all you did was rant here w/o getting specific?

 

[tiger88]

Every f'ing year, I have to deal with these uneducated, neanderthal criminals, that think because they wear a tie to work, that they should be respected.

they have feeling bro

 

[gonelifting]

I don`t like any salesmen period. No disrespect, They just seem to "bend" the truth ALOT. I don`t like that.

 

[calveless wonder]

I don`t like any salesmen period. No disrespect, They just seem to "bend" the truth ALOT. I don`t like that.

i'm in sales part-time and i'm very upfront with my customers. Sometimes i have to put spin on things but i'm more or less direct. different approachs work for different people.

i never assume my customer is a moron though, unless they truly are

but yes...car salesman are the absolute worst. They have the least education/skill of any salesman even the ones who work for luxury car companies. They assume you're a fuckin moron and dance around things.
When i went to get my audi with my dad, my pops had to hold me back from jumping over that motherfucker's desk for trying to take me for an idiot. after he tried to fuck me on the interest rate i clearly indicated to him i'm a much smarter person than he will ever be, and i'm a much better salesman. If you ever expect to sell a car learn to anaylze and read your customers. fuckin moron...and then i walked out.

 

[SofaGeorge]

Quite being a puss ass. I steal a new car every year. It takes all the negotiation out of the deal.

Just make sure there isn't a baby in the back seat when you take the car. John Walsh reemed me over that.

 

[mrjoker5150]

Of course, I am not speaking about every car salesmen. That would be ridiculous to paint with such a wide brush.

However, I can honestly say, over the past 10 years, I have dealt with three different salesmen that actually knew what the hell they were talking about, regarding the specifics of the car. Sorry, you are selling the thing, you should know if it has independent suspension, a V6 or V8, or if it is available with a manual trans.

That is how I test them, how well do you know your product? I asked a guy once if the new Corvette he had in the showroom was fuel injected, he had to ask his service manager.

And then the negotiation process is so antiquated. "Sit here, while I talk to my manager." So you wait for 25 minutes, while they talk about what a mark you are.

I feel like Jaguar and Mercedes Benz dealers are the only ones treat you with respect, and have staff that is adequately trained.

Go to a MB dealer, and ask a about a used C class. Then go to a Honda dealer and ask about a new Accord. Tell me which salesmen was better.

 

[mrjoker5150]

BTW I am in sales. And I am insulted when people call me a salesmen.

 

[PatsFan34]

Well, I understand what you're saying about not knowing the product, but you got to understand it's tough to remember what every model comes with and then try to remember every trim level for every model!!! In my eyes product knowledge and personality makes a good car salesman!!!

What I don't understand is why the consumer thinks they deserve a discount when they are buying a new car!!! Do you go to Sears to buy a microwave and ask for a discount, no you pay retail. Do you go to Circuit City to buy a TV and ask for a discount, no you pay retail!!! This process cracks me up!!!

 

[calveless wonder]

What I don't understand is why the consumer thinks they deserve a discount when they are buying a new car!!! Do you go to Sears to buy a microwave and ask for a discount, no you pay retail. Do you go to Circuit City to buy a TV and ask for a discount, no you pay retail!!! This process cracks me up!!!

that's because Sears doesn't have dealer incentives, factory savings etc. You're comparing apples to oranges

Cars are acquired at WAY below invoice..and only suckers pay retail. And how the hell are you gonna compare the auto market to an appliance one? The competition(in the car business) is much stiffer, and there are so many more variables. selling cars is alot harder because of the competition and the constant redesigning of product. It's also a MUCH more expensive purchase. People don't just throw around money when they're spending 15-100 grand.

that is why people try to negotiate...in addition to the way car salesman love to fuck people(they low ball you, so you have to low ball them). Going into a dealership is like entering battle.

 

[PatsFan34]

Cars are acquired at Way below invoice....How so?

 

[calveless wonder]

Cars are acquired at Way below invoice....How so?

The makers often give dealer incentives which costs the cost anywhere from 2-6k usually. There's all sorts of shit that bring down the price...including factory savings when the car is built.

This HAS to be done because cars(new ones) have a very short shelf life. If you have hundreds of 2003's left over when the 2004's are coming out you're basically fucked.

So in order to keep business going, this is neccessary.

 

[PatsFan34]

Interesting, so what you saying is, car salesman should just drop their pants and give every car away and make nothing on the deal? Car salesman have a bad rap, but they gotta eat too!!!

 

[calveless wonder]

Interesting, so what you saying is, car salesman should just drop their pants and give every car away and make nothing on the deal? Car salesman have a bad rap, but they gotta eat too!!!

....and where did i say this? What i'm implying is that salesman try to fuck you. If they're getting the car at 4k below invoice and selling to you at 1k above invoice...and they'll make it like you're getting a giant deal

well that's getting fucked up in the ass.

btw are you in this profession? lol

 

[PatsFan34]

btw are you in this profession? lol

Maybe...maybe not!!!

 

[glennds]

i bought a car this summer and found the one i wanted online before i even saw a salesman.

i knew what i wanted and did a search which brings up all the local dealerships. they give you their inventory and you can negogiate online and pit the dealerships against eachother. they are all anxious to sell you a car so are willing to negogiate. this really took the stress out of running around to dealerships.

 

[Mr. dB]

What I don't understand is why the consumer thinks they deserve a discount when they are buying a new car!!! Do you go to Sears to buy a microwave and ask for a discount, no you pay retail. Do you go to Circuit City to buy a TV and ask for a discount, no you pay retail!!! This process cracks me up!!!

You have GOT to be kidding? Do YOU pay sticker price for a car?

 

[PatsFan34]

Nah bro, I couldn't afford a paper bag!!! But NO, I'm not kidding you what so ever!!!