Waiting list for C8
03-03-2019, 11:55 PM
#41
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03-04-2019, 12:03 AM
#42
Like other folks responding to this thread, I noted my interest in ZR1 with Mike Furman before the car was formally confirmed for production. Also like those interested in an earlier C8 delivery, I was betting ZR1 would be a hoot to own and drive and - surprise - Tadge & Co. would get it right. They did.
I suspect people queuing for C8 now are similarly convinced that car will be well-executed as well. The advance interest in C8 is not hard to understand.
Finally, I think astute salesmen like Mike really don’t care too much about a “deposit”. I think he’s more interested in gauging sincere interest in a new car (C8 in this case) from responsible persons who are willing and able to purchase when they get the call that an allocation is available. I tried to give Mike a deposit via credit card for ZR1 on a few occasions - and he took the information - but never used the card. I’m sure he takes deposits, but IMHO it’s really just one of several methods good sales representatives use to separate real buyers from wannabes.
I suspect people queuing for C8 now are similarly convinced that car will be well-executed as well. The advance interest in C8 is not hard to understand.
Finally, I think astute salesmen like Mike really don’t care too much about a “deposit”. I think he’s more interested in gauging sincere interest in a new car (C8 in this case) from responsible persons who are willing and able to purchase when they get the call that an allocation is available. I tried to give Mike a deposit via credit card for ZR1 on a few occasions - and he took the information - but never used the card. I’m sure he takes deposits, but IMHO it’s really just one of several methods good sales representatives use to separate real buyers from wannabes.
03-04-2019, 01:52 PM
#44
Safety Car
Whether Mike will take a deposit or not, doesn't guarantee your rotation on your order being placed in order. It is all dependent on your making up your mind very quickly on how you want it equipped. The more you hem and haw, the further down the list you go. Time is of the essence here. Mike isn't going to start and stop his ordering for indecisive potential buyers. Here again - you snooze, you lose rotation.. .. Be ready, and be decisive. ..
03-04-2019, 06:03 PM
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I'm a contracts person; have done more than most. I know when to use them. In every situation, it's always, always, always about intent---whether written contract or "your word.". You'd be surprised how many people, when reminded they gave "their word," remember how to act.
In my case, unless it's biz, there's very little that I can't walk away from, and I do if the person or biz's word is broken. Buying a car is not my biz. I do walk. Until I find the right person or biz to buy from.