{"id":13744,"date":"2020-04-30T15:05:21","date_gmt":"2020-04-30T15:05:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/?p=13744"},"modified":"2026-01-14T13:11:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T13:11:10","slug":"buying-a-car-spot-the-bad-car-salesperson","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/buying-a-car-spot-the-bad-car-salesperson\/","title":{"rendered":"Buying A Car? Spot The Bad Car Salesperson"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p>Leasing or buying a car is a big decision, with many factors to consider. From safety and performance, to budget and fuel efficiency to lifestyle and household needs. The choice becomes even critical when it\u2019s your first time making such as large purchase. Most people spend a lot of time researching automakers online, find out features of car models, reading reviews and even looking into big-savings sales.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>By the time most car buyers and those leasing enter a showroom, they\u2019re all well-equipped with information. But having the assistance of a good car salesperson makes a huge difference. Customers feel more confident in their choice, get their questions and concerns the needed attention, not to mention an unrushed test drive, and are less likely to have buyer\u2019s remorse. A good car salesperson listens to you and your needs. They know their product really well and can offer options you weren\u2019t aware of. \u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class='code-block code-block-16' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<!-- Yearly Reminders Ad -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.etags.com?utm_source=digibanners_reminders\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"200\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/YEARLY-REMINDERS.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13372 ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/YEARLY-REMINDERS.png\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 800px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 800\/200;\">\n<\/a>\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>So how do you make sure to spot the good car salesperson when you enter the dealership of your choice? The answer: know how to spot the bad ones. A bad car salesperson will size you up right away. You\u2019ll feel judged before you even start negotiations. They may even do it \u201cnicely\u201d by asking you what kind of payments you\u2019re looking forward to, or even what do you do to perhaps see how far they can \u201csell\u201d.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>A bad car salesperson will talk with you in manipulating ways. They\u2019ll use every sales tactic in the book to put pressure on you to make a decision right away, stating circumstances will change fast. In other words, don\u2019t miss out! The car you want might not be available tomorrow, price will be different because negotiations will have to restart, and so on. If this type of behavior rears its head during your conversations, ask to speak to another car salesperson who isn\u2019t looking to play games.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The finance<br \/>manager is also a form of salesman since they\u2019re there to add a bunch of extras<br \/>on the already-agreed-upon price tag. Now you\u2019re asked if you\u2019d like better<br \/>tire protection, an extended warranty, anti-theft devices, regular maintenance plan<br \/>with their service center, and a bunch of extra stuff to inflate your monthly payment.<br \/>Watch out when you\u2019re at this last stage.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Leasing or buying a car is a big decision, with many factors to consider. From safety and performance, to budget and fuel efficiency to lifestyle and household needs. 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