10 Qs to ask a dealer??

10 Qs to ask a dealer??

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Goose74

Original Poster:

18 posts

139 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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Long time lurker, first time poster etc. etc.....

Am off to see a Vantage tomorrow, very excited. I recall somewhere someone posted a list of 10 (?) things you should definitely quiz a dealer about re a used Aston. I thought I'd saved it somewhere but not turning up anywhere nor can I find it on a search. Does anyone recall this and feel like pointing me in the right direction?? Many thanks in advance.

And yes, I have "the" book!

Cheers,

TG

Jockman

17,912 posts

159 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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How many previous Owners?

Full Service History?

What Warranty work has been undertaken on the car?

Why are you selling me a car with the gunk compressor beyond its use by date, in the full knowledge that you will charge me for a new one at the first service interval?

Why are you trying to sell me Gap Insurance when I can get Agreed Value at a cheaper price?

Is your dolly bird receptionist for hire?

When you shaft me will you be gentle?

Where's me Umbrella?

The advert says Stone Guards but where are they (yup, happened on my old DB9)?

Can you throw in a free car cover?

.....still thinking smile

Neil1300r

5,487 posts

177 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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Jockman said:
How many previous Owners?

Full Service History?

What Warranty work has been undertaken on the car?

Why are you selling me a car with the gunk compressor beyond its use by date, in the full knowledge that you will charge me for a new one at the first service interval?

Why are you trying to sell me Gap Insurance when I can get Agreed Value at a cheaper price?

Is your dolly bird receptionist for hire?

When you shaft me will you be gentle?

Where's me Umbrella?

The advert says Stone Guards but where are they (yup, happened on my old DB9)?

Can you throw in a free car cover?

.....still thinking smile
laugh

We have missed you mate, its been very dull here recently. Welcome back lovely car BTW

Jockman

17,912 posts

159 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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Neil1300r said:
laugh

We have missed you mate, its been very dull here recently. Welcome back lovely car BTW
You need some alcohol inside you, Speshul yes

Goose74

Original Poster:

18 posts

139 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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Jockman, thanks v much, great stuff and (mostly) exactly what I was after. My wife is coming with me so I'll have to be selective...

Neil1300r

5,487 posts

177 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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Jockman said:
You need some alcohol inside you, Speshul yes
cry

Jockman

17,912 posts

159 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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You will also need to know the condition of the tyres and pads in mm. It will be an expensive first service if they are about to hit the (mainly unnecessary) change limits set down in the AM guidelines.

Carefully check the paintwork at the front but also around the door handles, wing mirrors and keyhole. Reject at the first sign of any blistering etc.

Check for any water ingress in the LEDs and squat down to check the boot alignment. Check that the inside of the boot is not moist.

Bear in mind the age of the car - it is used.

When you shake hands with the Dealer if you detect even the slightest hint of moisturiser, walk away yes

Goose74

Original Poster:

18 posts

139 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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More great stuff Jockman, thanks. It's an Aston dealer, make any difference, or just a nicer smelling brand of moisturiser?

Jockman

17,912 posts

159 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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Now you're thinking straight yes

Be confident. Be assertive. Be credible.

Don't wear a tank top nono

Do not attempt to touch his base or join up any thinking. As for thinking out of the box..... rolleyes

tonyhall38

4,194 posts

215 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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Red trousers also a big no no.....

J12MOC

802 posts

143 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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What's goin on here?? Has Jockers got an Aston again? Why wasn't I told?? Where's the photo?

Welcome back! It's been boring without you.

Sorry for the thread hijack op.

Jockman

17,912 posts

159 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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J12MOC said:
What's goin on here?? Has Jockers got an Aston again? Why wasn't I told?? Where's the photo?

Welcome back! It's been boring without you.

Sorry for the thread hijack op.
Watcha Martyn...yup a Quantum Silver DBS....I collect it after Barbados.



Love to Mona smile

Goose74

Original Poster:

18 posts

139 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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Thanks Jockman - beautiful car. Red trousers are highly unlikely to make an appearance. Wish me luck.

steveatesh

4,893 posts

163 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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Goose74 said:
Jockman, thanks v much, great stuff and (mostly) exactly what I was after. My wife is coming with me so I'll have to be selective...
Silly, thnk laterally. Can you offer her as part of the deal? smile

J12MOC

802 posts

143 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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Jockman said:
J12MOC said:
What's goin on here?? Has Jockers got an Aston again? Why wasn't I told?? Where's the photo?

Welcome back! It's been boring without you.

Sorry for the thread hijack op.
Watcha Martyn...yup a Quantum Silver DBS....I collect it after Barbados.



Love to Mona smile
Well done! Looks great. Hope to see you on the next hoon. Mona says HI.

Jockman

17,912 posts

159 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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J12MOC said:
Well done! Looks great. Hope to see you on the next hoon. Mona says HI.
Thanks matey smile

Jon1967x

7,175 posts

123 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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Neil1300r said:
laugh

We have missed you mate
Speak for yourself wink

Jockman

17,912 posts

159 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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Now, now Jon....I can remove you from my haggis list at any time yes

snuffy

9,660 posts

283 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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Jockman said:
Watcha Martyn...yup a Quantum Silver DBS....I collect it after Barbados.
Hello Phil,

Business has been on the up !

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-31518899

Jockman

17,912 posts

159 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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snuffy said:
Hello Phil,

Business has been on the up !

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-31518899
Adrian.....nowt gets past you mate nono