teased & unpleased

[DanoFA20]

Originally Posted by JERZgrl88

I am not trying to put any money down just to drive it. I don't understand why I'd have to do that. The dealership is in Freehold. Maybe things have changed since then... My next plan is to road trip around the state and check out other dealerships. Maybe I'll have better luck elsewhere?

if you dont mind taking a small trip they have one or 2 at my local dealership im up by Newpaltz New York

all they need is a copy of your license thats it go have fun driving on the roads around the town

if i had one id be happy to give you the run around in it. i never get people asking me for rides i like that actually. lol

[TheSt|G]

Originally Posted by JERZgrl88

The title of the thread obviously brought you here...so if you don't like it then oh well...

Just here for the fireworks and lulz, don't get too excited.

[JERZgrl88]

Originally Posted by Sanka86

see you said the freehold one didnt let you. i would suggest calling the Lawrence Toyota and Scion on Route 1, i know it may be a bit of a drive but find out if they have any. they let me take two of the first 3 FRS that they recieved for test drives and i told the salesman i wouldnt be ready to purchase one for a year. he let me take the auto and manual out. no pressure or hasseling to go inside and stuff. you may have better luck there.

Ahh good news - I contacted them today! They actually aren't far from where I live... Seems like this place is better to work with.

Quick piece of our convo:
--- original message ---
When would a manual FR-S be available to test drive?

--- salesman ---
I have an automatic here for you to test drive. All you need to do is come in ready to drive one! I can order a manual. It usually takes a month from when you leave me a deposit.

Automatic =
Manual =

[cyde01]

Originally Posted by dun3

bout to pick you up with some homies

omg thank you so much for posting this pic brings back so many memories

[@Art_Mighty]

Originally Posted by JERZgrl88

Automatic =

Don't knock it until you try it. For a planetary gearset transmission with a torque converter, it's unbelievably good.

When you test drive it, put the transmission in sport mode and manually shift...

[JERZgrl88]

Originally Posted by @Art_Mighty

Don't knock it until you try it. For a planetary gearset transmission with a torque converter, it's unbelievably good.

When you test drive it, put the transmission in sport mode and manually shift...

Oh yes & totally not disowning the auto. I just prefer the manual, for my preference. Who knows maybe that will all change after the test drive

[@Art_Mighty]

Originally Posted by JERZgrl88

Oh yes & totally not disowning the auto. I just prefer the manual, for my preference. Who knows maybe that will all change after the test drive

:happy0180:

I totally wasn't planning on an auto (and this is actually the first auto I've ever owned). I was really suprised.

[BoxRZ_86]

Originally Posted by JERZgrl88

Ahh good news - I contacted them today! They actually aren't far from where I live... Seems like this place is better to work with.

Quick piece of our convo:
--- original message ---
When would a manual FR-S be available to test drive?

--- salesman ---
I have an automatic here for you to test drive. All you need to do is come in ready to drive one! I can order a manual. It usually takes a month from when you leave me a deposit.

Automatic =
Manual =

Also on a side note, there is also a dark grey frs that is manual but it is used, check Davis Hyundai in Ewing, NJ on Olden Ave.

[Re~Mix]

In my opinion, the test drive shinanigans may be some ageist junk.

First off, I am 23 with a stable job and enough income to finance an FR-S or any sub $45K car. On my initial pass through a few dealers I walked in wearing normal clothes (shorts, polo and flip flops) and hardly anyone gave me the time of day. The next time around I came straight from work in a suit and the reception was much warmer.

As a side note, I found Honda and Mazda dealers to be the easiest to deal with and test drive cars without a hard sales pitch. I went with Scion since it's the car I wanted, but I was not impressed with most Bay Area Scion dealers.

[wbradley]

Originally Posted by Re~Mix;

As a side note, I found Honda and Mazda dealers to be the easiest to deal with and test drive cars without a hard sales pitch. I went with Scion since it's the car I wanted, but I was not impressed with most Bay Area Scion dealers.

They don't have a model that practically sells itself now, so yes they probably need to do more "selling" at this time. Times are tough and everybody needs to eat. I sold Miatas in '90 and it gained similar reception to the twins.

[Re~Mix]

Originally Posted by wbradley

They don't have a model that practically sells itself now, so yes they probably need to do more "selling" at this time. Times are tough and everybody needs to eat. I sold Miatas in '90 and it gained similar reception to the twins.

You make a valid point. I should note I was looking at S2000' and Mazdaspeed Miatas. Nevertheless, I bought my car with 17 miles on it and I would be comfortable with anything under 100.

Nissan let me take the 370Z "around the block". Lost a potential customer instantly with that.

[jmaryt]

Originally Posted by TheSt|G

Just here for the fireworks and lulz, don't get too excited.

yeah! just here for sh**s and giggles! a fun place to hang!

[jmaryt]

Originally Posted by TheSt|G

Just here for the fireworks and lulz, don't get too excited.

Originally Posted by @Art_Mighty

:happy0180:

I totally wasn't planning on an auto (and this is actually the first auto I've ever owned). I was really suprised.

yes the "slush box" is a terrific tranny,especially if others occasionally drive the car! it's fun in sport mode "flickin' the "stick"

Originally Posted by JERZgrl88

Oh yes & totally not disowning the auto. I just prefer the manual, for my preference. Who knows maybe that will all change after the test drive

it could! the ''slush" is a ton of fun!

[sho220]

Originally Posted by ill86

Shouldn't have to put money down for a test drive. That's lame. I can understand the dealerships point of view but if you're a serious customer, why not?

I see no reason why you wouldn't like it. Pony up and buy one.

How would they know you're serious then? Me thinks that's where the $$$ comes in...otherwise it would go down like this...

Salesman: Are you a serious buyer?
Customer: Umm...yeah!

I've sold so much crap on CL, ebay, want ads to know that no one, NO ONE is a serious buyer until they are standing in front of you and you see the money...