Ford advice and general car sales stories

[finn's mom]

Originally posted by JenBKR
I think you'll do great at this job. The dealership sounds honest and reliable - I think we need more of those! Be yourself and keep your personality, and of course keep us updated! Good luck!

Thank you...I really hope I don't fail at it like I did with the insurance thing. Although I wouldn't have stopped selling insurance if I'd had the money to keep at it. Maybe one day. But, at least with this job, I've already gotten a paycheck. That's one major difference. It does feel a little more comfortable and structured, though, so, that helps a lot. I'll be sure to let y'all know when I sell my first car! Hopefully next week...after this week of shadowing other salespeople.

[JenBKR]

Nah, I think that's two different things...it's really hard to stay at something when you don't get a steady paycheck and have to put money into it...you would really have to love it (and have a back-up plan for money!).

[finn's mom]

Originally posted by JenBKR
Nah, I think that's two different things...it's really hard to stay at something when you don't get a steady paycheck and have to put money into it...you would really have to love it (and have a back-up plan for money!).

Yeah, you're right. I did love it, but, the back up plan for money depleted quickly.

[catnapper]

Hmmm.... just a side question.... sounds like you'll do GREAT at this job. I think you have the enthusiasm and personality to be a real success at the dealership.

So, do you want me to hold Angel and Flutter for you until you're ready? LOL... just kidding. Kind of.

[finn's mom]

Originally posted by catnapper
Hmmm.... just a side question.... sounds like you'll do GREAT at this job. I think you have the enthusiasm and personality to be a real success at the dealership.

So, do you want me to hold Angel and Flutter for you until you're ready? LOL... just kidding. Kind of.

Ack, I was actually thinking of that, too! Have they not had anyone interested in them? I don't understand that at all. But, trust me, if I get to a place of my own, and I know that I can get Finn acclimated to cats again, I'll be giving you a shout. How old are they now?

[catnapper]

Actually no interest. People hear that Angel has a diarreah issue and they run. They dont stop to consider it something she'll either outgrow or something that is completely controllable through diet It also seems nobody wants a 3-legged kitten.

Both girls were born in March. Flutter in early March, Angel a few weeks later. I had their birthdates and lost them

Both girls know big dogs and leave them alone. They wouldn't bother Finn in the least.

[finn's mom]

Originally posted by catnapper
Actually no interest. People hear that Angel has a diarreah issue and they run. They dont stop to consider it something she'll either outgrow or something that is completely controllable through diet It also seems nobody wants a 3-legged kitten.

Both girls were born in March. Flutter in early March, Angel a few weeks later. I had their birthdates and lost them

Both girls know big dogs and leave them alone. They wouldn't bother Finn in the least.

I'm seriously working on a friend of mine with no pets. I know that he's not the best with taking care of pets, he says he'd forget about them. dork. But, if I could get him to keep them in his home until I could move into my own place (it's been thrown around that I actually could rent a condo from him), that could work. I'd be taking care of them, just they couldn't be in my home with me and parents yet. I could get Finn used to their smell and stuff. Oh, gosh, I need to shut up and stop thinking about them. That sucks that no one wants a three legged kitten. How stupid is that. The diarrhea thing makes me nervous, I can tell you that. What kind of diet is keeping it under control anyway?

[chocolatepuppy]

I think it's great you're getting all the info you can about your job! Hubby and I have two Ford Rangers, a 1999 extended cab and a 2005. We've also had a 2 1994's, 1991, 1987, all little Rangers, and a 1976 full size. We love Ford trucks. Can't help you any with cars. Good luck with your job!

[Lady's Human]

Get very familiar with the product. Start picking up copies of Automobile or Car and Driver, and read them cover to cover.

When people ask you about the Ford 500 (not the prettiest piece of sheet metal on the road, but a VERY well engineered car) Just remind them that it's a Volvo but they're getting it at about $10,000 less than the Volvo. The 500 is a Volvo Sedan with Ford design and a ford engine/Transmission.

Fords are good vehicles (there are really no BAD vehicles anymore, the trash has been weeded out by competition), but Ford Motor Credit is a nightmare to deal with from a customer standpoint.

[finn's mom]

Originally posted by Lady's Human
Get very familiar with the product. Start picking up copies of Automobile or Car and Driver, and read them cover to cover.

When people ask you about the Ford 500 (not the prettiest piece of sheet metal on the road, but a VERY well engineered car) Just remind them that it's a Volvo but they're getting it at about $10,000 less than the Volvo. The 500 is a Volvo Sedan with Ford design and a ford engine/Transmission.

Fords are good vehicles (there are really no BAD vehicles anymore, the trash has been weeded out by competition), but Ford Motor Credit is a nightmare to deal with from a customer standpoint.

Yeah, I plan to read up as much as I can. I have access to both magazines, and, the internet.

I actually think the Five Hundred is attractive. It's really roomy and safe and has a giant trunk. It's definitely attracting attention, but, beauty certainly is in the eyes of the beholder.

That sucks that you had such a bad time with Ford Motor Credit, I never had anything but good customer service when I was paying for my Escort. And, I agree with you about the no BAD vehicles thing for the most part, too.

Thanks again everyone for such thoughtful advice!

[Karen]

I grew up in Ford family. Though we joked "Found On Road Dead" all the first cars I drove were Fords.

(I now drive a Honda, but Dad doesn't have to worry when I call ... he's not expected to be able to fix Rice-burners.)

I can only say that the Fords I personally owned (and I'm counting a couple Mercury products in there, as we all know they're Ford's in cheaper clothing) were all at least 11 years old when I GOT them, and were good cars. They were cars with character, yea, but if you knew how to talk to them right, they'd just keep running. And running and running and (*&$% - reattach the durned vacuum hose) running.

And while a certain individual may not mention it, I was glad his Escort was built well enough so that, when he rolled it after hitting black ice on an exit ramp at o'dark hundred, he was able to walk away.

And as a matter of fact, glad that Grandpa's '69 Ford Falcon, which by the time I was in college had been passed down to my big sister, was sturdy enough so that when we were hit at highway speeds on the passenger door - where I was sitting, I just kinda bounced and ended up in the middle person's lap.

[caseysmom]

Not to hijack this thread but if I was closer to flutter I would love to take her (with catnapper's blessing). I have wanted another kitty since my rb gigi passed away in February. I have been dragging my feet because of the little terror puppy.....

I thought he was out of his puppy chewing stage and I put 3 expensive school books on the floor, off of the couch and he chewed all the corners

I would not have any problem with the 3 legs and my casey has the same sensitive tummy so that is no problem either.

[catnapper]

Hijack away LOL... we NEED to get her or her sisters a home! I'm sure the PT family could somehow connect to make her travel across country possible!

Have you heard about Elfie and Nessa, Flutter's sisters who also are missing a leg? OMG... if you want a lap cat, Elfie is THE choice! I am totally in love with this little sleek black panther girl! She's still unsure about Nicki, but we've gotten to the nose-to-nose point and she's interested. I'm sure she'd be fine with Casey in no time.

Then I also have Nessa. She is so very shy but incredibly loving. If you have a husband, she'd definately become HIS cat. For some reason she responds to men better. But that doesn't mean she's not loving to women - in fact she LOVES to be loved no matter who holds her! She has the sweetest face with the sweetest expressions. And you have to love the little tufts of fur at the top of her ears! She's still comign out of her shell, but I think once completely out she'd also be a constant lap kitty.

One thing about Flutter -- she is NOT a lap kitty. She is the typical tortie personality. She "complains" all the time when I pick her up for loving but at the same time is eating up every second of it She she woke me this morning at 6:00 for pets and then when I picked her up, she complained but then begged for loving immediately afterwards *giggle*

How could anyone resist any of those three girls????

[catnapper]

Hey - I was thinking about this today ---- how's the job coming? Still doing it? loving it? Hating it? Inquiring minds want ot know!

[finn's mom]

Hey - I was thinking about this today ---- how's the job coming? Still doing it? loving it? Hating it? Inquiring minds want ot know!

Heck no, I only made it a month! That's cool that you remembered, though. The training wasn't what they promised, and, I just don't know cars, so I needed all the training I could get. But, the probationary period ended, and, they said I wasn't cutting it. I left on great terms and still see everyone about once a week. Well, except the last month, since I've been sick. But, I will go up there again soon. it was fun, but, not something I was very good at. It would have taken me awhile longer to learn the products and cars in general. But, it was a good move on my part, as I met an amazing family. Not a waste of time, that's for sure.