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My brother in law knows people who work at a private owned tire shop in Illinois. So he got me estimate on tires (All seasons.) Three Hankooks for 260-280 including labor; so I may take that offer. Then go to Carmax for my next oil change and get the 30k check up; bring my records with me just in case. I love dealing with their service consultants; they are very helpful & understand women except for that one. Do you guys think there will be problem requesting one of my personal favorite consultants? I know their names and my tC's sales consultant gave me their ext. numbers.
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Replying to: andeet (Oct 19, 2007 5:40 pm)
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Replying to: joel0622 (Oct 20, 2007 6:45 am)
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Replying to: andeet (Oct 20, 2007 7:20 pm)
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| A reporter seeks to talk with an African-American woman who owns and loves a 2007 or 2008 model year vehicle. Please send your city and state of residence and make and model of your vehicle to jfallonedmunds.com no later than Tuesday, November 27, 2007. | |
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I am just starting my adventure in buying a new car. Usually in the past I have bought older ones in private sales, however, I have just gotten a small insurance settlement and have decided to splurge on a new vehicle. I am, a 60 year old woman, and it is interesting to see how I am treated in various dealerships. I want to post some of my experiences. I went to a large Mazda dealership. I have owned Mazdas in the past and liked them,and was near the dealership on some other business, so I figured it was a good place to start. The salesman who came up to me (it seemed they had to FORCE someone to come and help me) seemed like he would rather be anywhere else. He was indifferent to the point of being rude. He was hesitant to even let me sit in the driver's seat and totally refused a test drive. When I was looking at a vehicle, he pulled out a cigarette and started smoking. I was decently dressed (nice slacks and a sweater), my hair amf makeup looked good, and I had the money to buy. Needless to say, I walked away VERY QUICKLY. As I did, I told him, "It is obvious you do not want to sell me a car today. Good bye." This week I am off to Honda. Will post more in my adventures later.
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Replying to: 68ghia (Nov 03, 2007 4:37 am) In my business I sell mainly to women. While women seem to take longer to make a decision than men they also become loyal customers who make repeat purchases. Men tend to shop like they are being pursued by the police (give it to me quick, here's the money,I'm gone). Perhaps this salesman didn't want to take the time to make you a loyal customer. |
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Replying to: 68ghia (Nov 03, 2007 4:37 am) I wouldn't expect you to do business at that dealer. Keep shopping they are not all like that. it is a shame you got treated like that.
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Replying to: greanpea68 (Nov 03, 2007 11:57 am) At that point I didn't know much about cars...obvious as I was going to buy a Cavalier I know  ...but as my love of cars has grown it's been one heck of a time trying to find and join good forums and such that aren't a) full of guys who hate the idea of a chick in their territory b) doesn't have naked women sprawled everywhere on top of every car c) don't mind talking to you like you're an intelligent human being instead of just saying "buy a minivan, get in the kitchen and gimme pics" Almost makes one really want to quit being an enthusiast....but I tell you...I cant 
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