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#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.
#90 of 148 Thanks for all the info...a few more ?s by nates02gt Jul 20, 2008 (10:04 am)
I did read 'confessions of a car salesman' and 'stories from the front lines'. I believe that just like with almost any other business or organization out there, that there are bad business practices at many dealers. That is what I want to stay away from. I believe there is a fine line between making money and taking advantage of people. I would much rather have repeat customers and referrals from good and honest selling than have to always be looking for new 'ups'. I have been looking into Honda and Toyota as well. I think between the two, I like Toyota the best. Does anyone have any experience working for any Toyota or Mazda dealerships in the Las Vegas area? Thanks again for all your input.
#92 of 148 Re: Question [isellyotas] by volvomax Jul 20, 2008 (3:07 pm)
The salespeople who are making $100,000(and there are damn few of them) aren't just pushing cars out the door for mini's. Gross profit drives commisions. Not just units. If you are just giving cars away, or your store doesn't allow you the opportunity to make gross, then you aren't going to make anymore than you are making.   Finally, it's a real myth that floor salespeople make 6 figures anymore. The few that do are usually in a high line store.
#94 of 148 Re: how to figure out if selling cars is for you? [micosilver] by kingofthering Jul 23, 2008 (8:23 pm)
Replying to: micosilver (Aug 17, 2007 5:30 pm) I made more selling low end than i have high end .The high end is more laid back
#95 of 148 New Car Sales by grnerd Jan 12, 2009 (12:59 pm)
I am considering a new career in car sales. I live in Grand Rapids, MI, and went to an open interview at the local Toyota/Scion dealership. The interviews and training are being held by TK Worldwide. The guy who interviewed me today was very "salesman", and did not spend a whole lot of time asking questions. Nice enough guy, though. He told me after just a few minutes that "he knows what he is looking for, and that I had it". Sounds like a pitch to me.   There is a 3 day training, for which we pay $300, and that the fee is refunded after 90 days of employment. Understandable insurance to entice you to stick it out.   My concern is, of course, how much potential is is there realistically in new car sales in Michigan, considering the state of the economy? Am I just blocking out the obvious pitfalls in my search for a new career? Replies to this message: boomchek (Jan 12, 2009 2:10 pm) oldfarmer50 (Jan 12, 2009 4:01 pm) joel0622 (Jan 16, 2009 3:57 pm) boomchek (Jan 17, 2009 9:47 am) joel0622 (Jan 17, 2009 3:05 pm) and 36 more... marcusd21 (May 17, 2009 5:35 am) kbradberry (Jul 17, 2009 9:38 am) kbradberry (Jul 19, 2009 2:38 pm) dave1990 (Aug 24, 2009 6:11 pm)
#96 of 148 Re: New Car Sales [grnerd] by boomchek Jan 12, 2009 (2:10 pm)
Replying to: grnerd (Jan 12, 2009 12:59 pm) I'd be weary of any place that charges you for training. Find out exactly what kind of training this is, whether it's general auto sales training, or something specific to that store.   If it's store specific and a requirement to work there, then they shouldn't be charging you in my opinion.
#97 of 148 Re: New Car Sales [grnerd] by oldfarmer50 Jan 12, 2009 (4:01 pm)
Replying to: grnerd (Jan 12, 2009 12:59 pm) "...Sounds like a pitch to me..."   Sounds like a scam to get $300 from you. Who is TK Worldwide? Do they guarantee you a job at this dealership after your "training"? What happens if the dealer cans you before the 90 days are up?   This kind of deal seems to reappear every time there is a recession and people who are desperate let their guard down. I remember back in the 70's I was out of work and ran into a similar offer. This company would train you to sell hospital air filters which were "the best in the business". The fact that they conducted their interviews in the back of a vacume cleaner store made me think twice about the offer.   Get all the details before you sign the check.
#98 of 148 300 for training? by jproc Jan 13, 2009 (2:16 pm)
I'd run from that place fast.Economy is bad people are out of work and some losers will try and take advantage of desperate people.Training should be either free or you get paid a minimal amount while undergoing it.   I lost my job back in may-did some training to be a limo driver and got paid minimum wage.Found out I hated being a limo driver and became a school bus driver.Basically the training there was free although I did get $ 250 when I completed the course Replies to this message: oldfarmer50 (Jan 13, 2009 3:29 pm)

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