What Will it Take?

Boingboing points to a fascinating insider’s view of an activity that many Americans have come to dread. Think about the details of your last car buying experience before reading the article and see how often you nod your head in recognition as the story unfolds. It seems the author, a writer for Edmunds.com, was on assignment, working undercover as an auto salesman!

While the shenanigans of the salesmen are prominent in the stories told in this a rticle, a look behind the scenes reveals that it’s not an easy life for the average car salesman, facing immense pressures from the management and owners of the dealerships they work for. While reading one amusing article is not sufficient preparation for buying a new car, this article will alert you to some of the common ploys that you will encounter during your next car buying experience.