dealerships

[dgarza]

Hey guys Im wanting to hit up some dealerships and was wondering the best way to approach them. any ideas? also what price should I ask for?

[GlassStarz]

I worked in Auto sales for 20+ yrs before moving to WR a couple yrs ago the Car lots were the first place I went because of my contacts and experience in dealing with them. Basicly I walked the lot making a note of each vehicle that needed repair before talking to anyone then went looking for the used car mgr. Initialy I would give him a flat price for what was on the lot for example: I see 10 needed repairs on 9 cars out there here is the list I will do the whole bunch for $150 today while im here. The goal is to get in the door many use a WR repair guy but most use thier replacement guy hes easy to knock out of the box. bear in mind your compitition can do the same thing and there is no such thing as a locked up account in the car buisness sales mgrs change owners change or sometimes thier buddy goes into the buisness (hey thats me!) Price is important with those guys but so is quality and service.
Good Luck

[paintlessplus]

Hello Dgarza, As GlassStarz can probably testify to.... When you walk into a dealer showroom floor or into an office area, keep a few things in mind. You are not the first vendor and won't be the last to ask for work. You must therefore set yourself aside from the others. A great time to initially visit might be on a cold or rainy day when business is slow. These guys are generally sitting around- almost like being under "house arrest" at these times and more than likely at least willing to give you the time of day then. Don't show up on a busy Saturday near the end of the month As far as setting your price you're better to leave room for negotiation. Theses guys have been beat up by the best of them and it's part of a game to deal with you. Cut a deal for multiple breaks, but don't work too cheap or give them your best price because they can always find a guy to beat you by a dollar. Many want to be billed at the end of the month and often take 30-60 days for payment, wanting you to send your bill with a purchase order number which they supply. I used to do alot of dealer bodyshop work and used it mainly as a fill-in for these reasons. Also you need to visit regularly and be willing to make repairs after hours or your competitors will sneak in on you. Don't let the smaller" mom and pop" dealers get behind on thier billing I used to offer a 10% discount if paid within 30 days otherwise NO DISCOUNTS. Good Luck--- Bob