Car Commercials, the good, the bad, and the annoying!

Just curious if anyone is watching Car Lot Rescue.

I've got it set up on my DVR and have watched a few episodes so far.

Been interesting that of the 3 episodes I've seen, 2 were for independent used car lots and the 3rd was for a Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep dealer in NJ.

While I'm sure the problems portrayed on the show are real, some of the filmed interactions with salespeople and customers seems a bit staged.

Tom is a big fan of training - whether it's staff or management, he's able to get to the heart of the problem.

And, like both "Restaurant: Impossible" and "Bar Rescue", I'm sure that there will be times when the lessons Tom leaves them with won't be fully implemented.

#7032 of 7123 Re: not a commercial [steve_] by qbrozen

Mar 07, 2013 (1:50 pm)

Replying to: steve_ (Mar 07, 2013 10:26 am)

I've watched them all so far. Its an OK show. I don't think it will last long with me if it doesn't get changed up a bit. Every episode so far is pretty much the same.

I do, however, think its a good show for salespeople to watch. There are some decent tips relayed each show. I think one of my favorites was just called past customers to say happy bday. That's brilliant, IMHO. Keeps your name top of mind with your customers and, as long as you don't mention business during such a call, reinforces that a call from you is NOT a call that needs to be avoided.

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fintail (Mar 07, 2013 2:25 pm)
- xrunner2 (Mar 07, 2013 5:12 pm)

#7033 of 7123 Re: not a commercial [qbrozen] by fintail

Mar 07, 2013 (2:25 pm)

Replying to: qbrozen (Mar 07, 2013 1:50 pm)

I still get Christmas cards from a salesman I bought a used car from over 10 years ago - and I live 100 miles away now. I can't remember if he sends birthday cards.

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xrunner2 (Mar 07, 2013 5:12 pm)

#7034 of 7123 Re: not a commercial [fintail] by xrunner2

Mar 07, 2013 (5:12 pm)

Replying to: fintail (Mar 07, 2013 2:25 pm)

I still get Christmas cards from a salesman I bought a used car from over 10 years ago

For about the last 10 years, we get a Christmas package just before Christmas from the Acura dealer via UPS. A box of very good quality salsa (3 varieties, each in a jar) and two bags of good quality Mexican chips (2 varieties). These are made by a company from a very famous Mexican chef that has a restaurant in Chicago. Of course, the Christmas gifts are built into the costs of service we pay for at the dealer.

#7035 of 7123 F Type short film preview by ateixeira

Mar 08, 2013 (8:57 am)

A little all over the place:

http://youtu.be/d7NxNqkanyA

#7036 of 7123 Pepsi Ad by steve_ HOST

Mar 13, 2013 (6:40 am)

Another in the hidden dash cam series although I suspect the sales guy is an actor. Will probably bring back bad memories for Isell or Boomchek.

Test Drive Hell.

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fintail (Mar 13, 2013 6:53 am)
ateixeira (Mar 13, 2013 9:25 am)
- ateixeira (Mar 13, 2013 11:21 am)

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