Polite Haggling - Advice
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If you want to gauge auction prices this is a good starting point, might even see the car in question
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Haggling/negotiating is not about being polite, although certainly this does not mean one should not be.
It's just not about "I want to buy this car but it would be nice if you could reduce the price by..." means I will take it anyway so you don't have to go down any other than a token amount already built in to the asking.
You have to know your price and be very clear about (and be willing, and follow through with) walking away if that price is not offered to you.
The seller will then have to decide whether it works for them to sell, the pressure is on them if to make a decision.
If you are going to buy anyway then you either are willing to pay for something in some way special to you about the car in which case that is the real value of the car, or you are lazy / sloppy and getting done over is just par for the course.
It's just not about "I want to buy this car but it would be nice if you could reduce the price by..." means I will take it anyway so you don't have to go down any other than a token amount already built in to the asking.
You have to know your price and be very clear about (and be willing, and follow through with) walking away if that price is not offered to you.
The seller will then have to decide whether it works for them to sell, the pressure is on them if to make a decision.
If you are going to buy anyway then you either are willing to pay for something in some way special to you about the car in which case that is the real value of the car, or you are lazy / sloppy and getting done over is just par for the course.
churchie2856 said:
That said, I think I d be happier with an OPC car with the warranty (those potential turbos problems).
Be prepared that an OPC will almost certainly not move on price now, and especially for a 911More likely to get other concessions (detailing, discounted servicing) than them move at all on price
It depends on whether you enjoy haggling or not. In my experience there are people who always haggle and find the process satisfying and those who never haggle.
I do not. If there is something I wish to buy and I think it’s overpriced I make an offer. If it is not met I walk.
With Porsche GT cars I pay list but not a penny more. If I can’t get the car for list then so be it.
I do not. If there is something I wish to buy and I think it’s overpriced I make an offer. If it is not met I walk.
With Porsche GT cars I pay list but not a penny more. If I can’t get the car for list then so be it.
I posted on here or another thread before. I learnt years and years ago .
Let me wife buy and leave the selling to me .
She is polite and cordial, tells the seller what she is prepared to pay . Never ever budges one penny .8 times of 10 is successful.
She is absolutely prepared to walk away and I have seen a car salesman in a Skoda garage, chase after he into the car park and agree her deal.
She will not have unrealistic expectations,she is just clear in her offer and it's absolutely for the seller to accept or decline.
The sellers counter offer is the bit that makes me utterly cringe , when she asks them to repeat what she said her offer was at the start . Ex school teacher.
Let me wife buy and leave the selling to me .
She is polite and cordial, tells the seller what she is prepared to pay . Never ever budges one penny .8 times of 10 is successful.
She is absolutely prepared to walk away and I have seen a car salesman in a Skoda garage, chase after he into the car park and agree her deal.
She will not have unrealistic expectations,she is just clear in her offer and it's absolutely for the seller to accept or decline.
The sellers counter offer is the bit that makes me utterly cringe , when she asks them to repeat what she said her offer was at the start . Ex school teacher.
cliffords said:
The sellers counter offer is the bit that makes me utterly cringe , when she asks them to repeat what she said her offer was at the start . Ex school teacher.
Why cringe, he can make a counter offer no matter what your wife says at the start esp if he thinks her offer is too low in his eyes.Youforreal. said:
cliffords said:
The sellers counter offer is the bit that makes me utterly cringe , when she asks them to repeat what she said her offer was at the start . Ex school teacher.
Why cringe, he can make a counter offer no matter what your wife says at the start esp if he thinks her offer is too low in his eyes.cliffords said:
Youforreal. said:
cliffords said:
The sellers counter offer is the bit that makes me utterly cringe , when she asks them to repeat what she said her offer was at the start . Ex school teacher.
Why cringe, he can make a counter offer no matter what your wife says at the start esp if he thinks her offer is too low in his eyes.Youforreal. said:
cliffords said:
Youforreal. said:
cliffords said:
The sellers counter offer is the bit that makes me utterly cringe , when she asks them to repeat what she said her offer was at the start . Ex school teacher.
Why cringe, he can make a counter offer no matter what your wife says at the start esp if he thinks her offer is too low in his eyes.cliffords said:
Youforreal. said:
cliffords said:
Youforreal. said:
cliffords said:
The sellers counter offer is the bit that makes me utterly cringe , when she asks them to repeat what she said her offer was at the start . Ex school teacher.
Why cringe, he can make a counter offer no matter what your wife says at the start esp if he thinks her offer is too low in his eyes.Wow. What has the state of manhood in the uk come to when you can't pluck the courage to ask for a discount?
Western Europe, and in particular car manufacturers, cannot sell their overpriced goods at the moment. Demand is low. Deals are most definitely there and 47 porsche centres country wide to haggle with.
These are businesses selling units. It's not a personal relationship.
Western Europe, and in particular car manufacturers, cannot sell their overpriced goods at the moment. Demand is low. Deals are most definitely there and 47 porsche centres country wide to haggle with.
These are businesses selling units. It's not a personal relationship.
Chemical Ali said:
Wow. What has the state of manhood in the uk come to when you can't pluck the courage to ask for a discount?
Western Europe, and in particular car manufacturers, cannot sell their overpriced goods at the moment. Demand is low. Deals are most definitely there and 47 porsche centres country wide to haggle with.
These are businesses selling units. It's not a personal relationship.
Your sexist comment and assumption you know the gender of the OP are a poor reflection of you. Man or woman. Western Europe, and in particular car manufacturers, cannot sell their overpriced goods at the moment. Demand is low. Deals are most definitely there and 47 porsche centres country wide to haggle with.
These are businesses selling units. It's not a personal relationship.
cliffords said:
I am not ashamed. I am very proud of her. I admire her resolve and desire to get the best for our family.
Absolutely nothing wrong with that. As mentioned previously I set a price when it comes to a car and that's that.If it doesn't work ,no sweat. OTOH I have no talent for Real Estate. My wife finds and buys houses and does the transaction including whatever negotiation is required. We each have our skills.
My lack of interest in haggling is due to stubbornness, not fear. It is far from foolproof- I walked away from a 1955 Mercedes Gullwing 30 years ago. The seller wanted $220k and I offered $200; the deal failed as I refused to move.
Not my smartest move.
cliffords said:
Chemical Ali said:
Wow. What has the state of manhood in the uk come to when you can't pluck the courage to ask for a discount?
Western Europe, and in particular car manufacturers, cannot sell their overpriced goods at the moment. Demand is low. Deals are most definitely there and 47 porsche centres country wide to haggle with.
These are businesses selling units. It's not a personal relationship.
Your sexist comment and assumption you know the gender of the OP are a poor reflection of you. Man or woman. Western Europe, and in particular car manufacturers, cannot sell their overpriced goods at the moment. Demand is low. Deals are most definitely there and 47 porsche centres country wide to haggle with.
These are businesses selling units. It's not a personal relationship.
Good luck.
cliffords said:
Chemical Ali said:
Wow. What has the state of manhood in the uk come to when you can't pluck the courage to ask for a discount?
Western Europe, and in particular car manufacturers, cannot sell their overpriced goods at the moment. Demand is low. Deals are most definitely there and 47 porsche centres country wide to haggle with.
These are businesses selling units. It's not a personal relationship.
Your sexist comment and assumption you know the gender of the OP are a poor reflection of you. Man or woman. Western Europe, and in particular car manufacturers, cannot sell their overpriced goods at the moment. Demand is low. Deals are most definitely there and 47 porsche centres country wide to haggle with.
These are businesses selling units. It's not a personal relationship.
Mark V GTD said:
Very good - I would like to see that re-enacted with a Porsche ( or any manufacturer come to that ) dealer !In reality negotiation should always be polite and the aim should be for both parties to be happy at the end.
Being realistic and knowing your cut off point is vital obviously.
The same rules apply for buying anything really but some can negotiate and others hate it.
One tip - when you have stated your " best " offer don't be tempted to say another word or add anything verbally until the other party responds first.
Discounts don't always have to be in cash.
cliffords said:
Chemical Ali said:
Wow. What has the state of manhood in the uk come to when you can't pluck the courage to ask for a discount?
Western Europe, and in particular car manufacturers, cannot sell their overpriced goods at the moment. Demand is low. Deals are most definitely there and 47 porsche centres country wide to haggle with.
These are businesses selling units. It's not a personal relationship.
Your sexist comment and assumption you know the gender of the OP are a poor reflection of you. Man or woman. Western Europe, and in particular car manufacturers, cannot sell their overpriced goods at the moment. Demand is low. Deals are most definitely there and 47 porsche centres country wide to haggle with.
These are businesses selling units. It's not a personal relationship.
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