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Re: Traction Control/Stability Control [jmonroe] by percussionist
Jan 06, 2009 (5:04 am)
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Replying to: jmonroe (Jan 05, 2009 4:31 pm)

Talk about a bunch of thieves; the insurance companies are at the top of the list and the one I have is supposed to be one of the better ones. When I’ve talked to my agent he’s said, “you’re lucky, you should see what some of my other clients are paying”. Like that’s supposed to make me feel better.
 
Were you ever in the service? If so, you should check out USAA. I have been a member for 15 years, never had problems with claim service, get low rates, auto loan rates are lower for members. Also, if I rent a car, the rental agent will ask me to take their extra profit coverage. When I decline and tell them I have USAA, the answer is always "you don't need ours, then". They know the reputation - I worked in rental for a few years when I was in college, and I can tell you who pays up and who does not. USAA was ALWAYS the top rated company.
 
Just my two cents...
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Re: The Adventure [graphicguy] by richard64
Jan 06, 2009 (8:21 am)
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Replying to: graphicguy (Jan 05, 2009 11:29 am)

People like you are why I don't mind getting up in the morning.
 
Richard
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Re: The Adventure [gogiboy] by richard64
Jan 06, 2009 (8:32 am)
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Replying to: gogiboy (Jan 05, 2009 11:53 am)

Well, your research really does explain my report from TransUnion. Under the score of 976, it says "Grade- A". The next column is "Score and Grade Range" followed by "Where You Rank". As you say, it must be their new way of scoring. Yes, I am very pleased that they are using letter grades. We could have taught them this years ago.
 
Richard
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Re: The Adventure [joel0622] by richard64
Jan 06, 2009 (8:51 am)
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Replying to: joel0622 (Jan 05, 2009 1:38 pm)

"I think credit scores are all a bunch of..."
 
I totally agree. It's just another way to make a buck. I paid $7.50 to find out that I had excellent credit. I knew that by the fact that I pay my bills on time and in full. On the other hand, what car salesman (or any salesman) is going to take my word for it?
 
I feel the same way about college entrance tests and teacher license tests. These poor young people, or their parents, pay hundreds of dollars to prove that they have a brain. A school transcript can show that for much less money. The NTS in Princeton has made billions over the years, not to mention deciding the fate of so many lives. It is one of the biggest rip off schemes in American economic history.
 
Richard
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Re: Traction Control/Stability Control [percussionist] by fezo
Jan 06, 2009 (8:57 am)
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Replying to: percussionist (Jan 06, 2009 4:55 am)

My dad had an anti-theft feature like that. It was a 61 Valiant that had starting issues. One night he was leaving work and the car wouldn't do anything. Mechanic looked at it and said a thief tried to hot wire it and couldn't start it but drained the battery....
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Re: Thinking of selling cars. [jonanong] by madmanmoo
Jan 06, 2009 (9:19 am)
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Replying to: jonanong (Jan 06, 2009 3:59 am)

Just FYI, there is a forum that caters to your questions. Perhaps a host can post a link.
 
In response to your question, I would suggest trying to go high-end. If that doesn't work, find a volume store and work on your sales game. Practice makes perfect and you have a lot more practice at high volume stores.
 
There are negatives that go along with volume, but your main focus should be finding a dealership that has relatively low turnover and gives you a good 'feeling' when you in. Picking a good dealership is more important than picking a good product.
 
Many high line stores may not hire greenpeas. Low line stores will typically send you to training for a week to get you acclimated.
 
Put simply, high line stores are typically your best option. Good products, qualified clients with less hours.
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Re: Thinking of selling cars. [jonanong] by tidester HOST
Jan 06, 2009 (10:22 am)
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Replying to: jonanong (Jan 06, 2009 3:59 am)

Is the Auto Sales Profession for Me? would be a good place to ask.
 
tidester, host
SUVs and Smart Shopper
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Re: Traction Control/Stability Control [percussionist] by isellhondas
Jan 06, 2009 (10:55 am)
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Replying to: percussionist (Jan 06, 2009 5:04 am)

Unless you were an officer USAA won't touch you.
 
The do take enlisted now but former service doesn't count.
 
A former Buck Sergeant..I know.
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Re: Traction Control/Stability Control [isellhondas] by percussionist
Jan 06, 2009 (11:17 am)
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Replying to: isellhondas (Jan 06, 2009 10:55 am)

I'm sorry, isell - it's their loss!
 
I got in the old fashioned way - my dad was an officer. I'm thankful to both of you for your service to our country.

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