Dealing with automotive salespeople is probably the most painful part of the car buying process for just about everyone. But, alas, it is this part of the car buying puzzle that is all but inevitable.
Spending a few hours (and especially a large part of your day) conversing and dealing with a car salesperson can be a daunting task. No one likes to do this.
Probably more specifically, it is not specifically the salesperson; its the negotiating process that people despise. And at car dealerships negotiating, or the need to do so in order to get your best deal, is going to greet you at every turn your trade (if applicable) the car you are purchasing and the financing options.
Throughout history the car buying experience has developed into an adversarial relationship between the potential car buyer and the dealership. Both sides have developed a mutual distrust for one another.
For you the buyer its important that you stay calm and focused the goal of getting your best deal.
The most important element for you to understand these days is that knowledge is power when it comes to negotiating car deals. What used to be insider knowledge within...