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#80 of 148 Re: Should I work for a Mercedes dealer? [joel0622] by madmanmoo Feb 18, 2008 (10:30 am)
Replying to: joel0622 (Feb 18, 2008 9:32 am) You definitely have to have a specific skill set to work your customer base. I've noticed a number of guys who are very successful who just choose to work the fresh ups. That being said, imagine what their potential could be if they did work sold customers as well.   -moo
#81 of 148 Re: Should I work for a Mercedes dealer? [micosilver] by isellcars1 Feb 18, 2008 (8:34 pm)
Replying to: micosilver (Feb 18, 2008 9:18 am) Thanks for your thoughts. Just three years at my current place, and no strong base to count on whether I stay or go, as best I can guess. I am a good salesperson with nearly a 100% CSI. Currently, I am very comfortable with my surroundings, but I don't want to miss out on a better opportunity even if it means starting over, kind of. It's a really tough decision because I am stable and doing just fine where I'm at. Help!!! Replies to this message: micosilver (Feb 19, 2008 7:25 am)
#82 of 148 Maybe it's for me by asylum575 Feb 19, 2008 (2:49 am)
Been kicking around the idea of selling cars. I'm about 2 years away from civil sercice retirement with a very nice pension. I'll be 44 years old. Wife works full time and we have two young children. The hours are something I've been dealing with for 20 years, so it wouldn't be a big adjustment. Just wondering what would be reasonable to make first year in a large market like the greater NYC area. I enjoy shopping for cars, I do it on a regular basis. Just figured all the reasearch I do can be used to make money too. Any input or suggestions are appreciated.
#83 of 148 Re: Should I work for a Mercedes dealer? [isellcars1] by micosilver Feb 19, 2008 (7:25 am)
Replying to: isellcars1 (Feb 18, 2008 8:34 pm) Just do it. What is the worst that could happen? You will have to ask for your old job back? Plus you might be able to negotiate some type of salary for the first few months, if they really want you.
#84 of 148 looking for advice by nates02gt Jul 18, 2008 (12:32 pm)
I am currently looking at changing careers and being in car sales seems like it would be something I would enjoy. I have enjoyed selling since I was a kid. My biggest concern is finances. I am currently making about 4k a month plus benefits. I am just concerned about being able to make close to that much on average starting out. I am in Las Vegas and am looking at working for a Mazda dealer. I know about the long hours, dead days, ups and downs of pay, rejection and all that. Does anyone have any input on how I would most likely do financially if I was a motivated and educated salesman? Thanks for your help. Replies to this message: volvomax (Jul 18, 2008 1:37 pm) micosilver (Jul 18, 2008 1:38 pm) nates02gt (Jul 18, 2008 1:46 pm) micosilver (Jul 19, 2008 12:02 pm) oldfarmer50 (Jul 19, 2008 1:06 pm)
#85 of 148 Re: looking for advice [nates02gt] by volvomax Jul 18, 2008 (1:37 pm)
Replying to: nates02gt (Jul 18, 2008 12:32 pm) Frankly, you are probably gonna struggle your first few months in the car biz. Mazda isn't a particularly strong brand, and it takes time to learn the business.   I'd try for a Honda, Toyota or Hyundai store.
#86 of 148 Re: looking for advice [nates02gt] by micosilver Jul 18, 2008 (1:38 pm)
Replying to: nates02gt (Jul 18, 2008 12:32 pm) Do you know what pay plan they offer? Mazda is a good brand, but it is hard to make profit on them, so you have to make sure that your pay plan will include unit bonuses do you know what they ar? How much is the "mini" at the dealership? You should be able to sell 12 units a month, but you have to know how much that will pay you. For example, at our Mazda dealership, mini is $225, unit bonus for 12 cars is $750, so your pay for 12 units without any profit will be $3,450 gross, woudld that be enough for you? Replies to this message: nates02gt (Jul 18, 2008 1:46 pm) micosilver (Jul 19, 2008 12:02 pm)
#87 of 148 Re: looking for advice [micosilver] by nates02gt Jul 18, 2008 (1:46 pm)
Replying to: micosilver (Jul 18, 2008 1:38 pm) I am not sure what pay plan they offer. I will have to talk to them to find out all that info. I could scrape by on $3450. The reason I am looking at the Mazda dealer is because I bought my last car from them and like the way they do their business. Replies to this message: micosilver (Jul 19, 2008 12:02 pm)
#88 of 148 Re: looking for advice [nates02gt] by micosilver Jul 19, 2008 (12:02 pm)
Replying to: nates02gt (Jul 18, 2008 1:46 pm) Then you should be very successful: you like the product, you own a Mazda, and if you feel that it is a good place to work - just go with your instincts; within 3 months you should be making over $5,000 a month.
#89 of 148 Re: looking for advice [nates02gt] by oldfarmer50 Jul 19, 2008 (1:06 pm)
Replying to: nates02gt (Jul 18, 2008 12:32 pm) "...Does anyone have any input..."   I would suggest that you read through some of the "Sales Frontline'', 'Saleman Mislead Me" and "Purchasing " boards. Pay particular attention to those posts from the non-sales people. They will give you a good idea of what to expect from the worst grinders and nut jobs who are likely to enter your dealership.   If after reading these posts you can resist the urge to kill someone, you may have what it takes to be a successful salesman.

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