Today I dropped off my my Toyota Prius ‘Smug’ as my friends call it for a service. I decided to have a look at the new model Prius before I left.
The floor sales guy approached and asked if I was interested to which I said yes. I told him I already have a Prius and like it…. Big hint.
The abridged version of conversation then went something like this:
“Gee, they look nice…. How much are they?”
“I don’t know… I’ll find out”
he comes back with a quote sheet…..
“Does the non itech model have Satellite Navigation?”
No – it doesn’t”
“How much would it cost to get it as an added extra?”
“$4000”
“Are you serious… Gee that is quite expensive compared to purchasing a stand alone version… it’s 10 times the price in fact”
his response in a down talking tone…..
“It’s not some crappy thing from an electrical store….”
“hmm…. what would the price be on the car if I wanted to buy it today?
“Same price, it’s a new car, I can’t give you a better price than this.” (using that tone again)
“oh, full price?”
“Yes. Have you ever bought a new car?”
my response….
“Yes, and today – you wont be selling one.”
I then leave the show room.
I can’t believe the level of pretentiousness that some car dealers have – especially in this case – it’s a Toyota dealership… not exactly a premium brand!
email this to the dealer…i’d be very curious of the response they give.
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Very educational.