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I have a better one for you. Similar story except it was for a used Jeep SRT8 with 34000 mls. I told him I was not buying a used car that I can't test drive! What morons. Would they buy a bottle of cologne without trying it? I believe not. Cologne Is only a little less than a car....... A$$holes
__________________ Light silver 300C fully loaded (except dvd) with an E&G Classic grill with center bar, lower inserts, SRT8 style rear trunk lip, chrome pillars (will soon delete), 22" rims (for Sale), My Gig, 20' SRT8 rims and painted antenna
I understand them not wanting people beating on their SRT8s, but the fact that you have PURCHASED an SRT8 from them in the past and you are a potential repeat customer interested in giving them more business?? are you kidding me??
I would buy the CTS-V just based on that. I think its the better car anyway.
I purchased my 06 a little over a month and a half ago. The local dealership where I purchased it I have three friends who work there, one in sales, the other in parts. Another friend who works there is also the owner's son. I have spent thousands there over the years in OEM parts for my DSM's, and Dodge truck. When the 300 came in, my buddy told me about it and I told him I would be down to check it out. When I asked about a test drive he too said they have a policy about no test drives on SRT vehicles. I quickly informed him that unless I could drive it I wouldn't be purchasing it under any circumstances. He talked to one of the sales managers who relented and agreed to let me drive it. I also reminded him that although this car is more expensive it is a teddy bear compared to my 600+ whp Talon. After the drive I was sold, but I like everyone else one here, find it absurd that dealers are turning customers away to protect their vehicles from harm that may or may not be caused..
I got a phone call from the same dealer that denied me a test drive. They said there is a $3000 discount on the 300 SRT8 they have. The lady who called today is probably unaware that I was denied a test drive because I didn't leave any personal information before I left. They just knew that I am a present owner of an SRT8.
There are good dealerships! I was at my dealer in Burnsville, MN yesterday for a Jeep service. Talking with the Owner and mentioned this thread subject to him, as he has not one but FOUR Jeep SRT8's parked out front. The three black units parked next to each other did look impressively mean! I did not look for 300's. He said that of course I could drive anything I wanted but anyone else who is reasonably interested in those products are allowed test drives. So apparently it is not a company wide policy to deny test drives of these great vehicles.
Let me condense the story of our purchase, and start off by saying "take your business to a dealership that wants it".
We have two local Chrysler dealerships in town, and funny enough, they're about 2kms away from each other on the same stretch of road. I've been buying parts and getting service done on the SRT-4s from the closer of the two, so when it came time to get serious about getting a '12 SRT8, that's where we went first. We went in and had a salesman come around and ask what we were looking for. We said "SRT8", and he looks us up and down (we're in our 30s, clean appearance, working professionals). He got the keys to the two that were in the showroom (Charger and 300), unlocked them, and walked away.
Well, at least we had an opportunity to go over both of them inside and out, and decide we like the looks of the 300 better. Too bad the salesman took off.
We hopped in the car, drove to the other dealership, and not only did they roll out the red carpet treatment, they asked if we wanted a test drive. We ended up buying the car we test drove, and pass along their info to our friends and family for new car purchases.
Not allowing your customers to drive your halo product means that your salesmen have been letting every teenager with a license go for a ride, or you have a mail-order business. Both of which I would never buy a car from. Not only is a good relationship with your dealer important at time of purchase, but for the foreseeable future warranty work, service, etc.
Go elsewhere man, and save the couple grand difference on the CTS-v. It was a contender for us, but when you can get 90% of the performance in a larger, better equipped car (IMO), why would you buy a CTS-v?
__________________ "This car is 100% sh*ts and giggles." "Speed has never killed anyone. Suddenly becoming stationary... that's what gets you." Jeremy Clarkson
Let me condense the story of our purchase, and start off by saying "take your business to a dealership that wants it".
We have two local Chrysler dealerships in town, and funny enough, they're about 2kms away from each other on the same stretch of road. I've been buying parts and getting service done on the SRT-4s from the closer of the two, so when it came time to get serious about getting a '12 SRT8, that's where we went first. We went in and had a salesman come around and ask what we were looking for. We said "SRT8", and he looks us up and down (we're in our 30s, clean appearance, working professionals). He got the keys to the two that were in the showroom (Charger and 300), unlocked them, and walked away.
Well, at least we had an opportunity to go over both of them inside and out, and decide we like the looks of the 300 better. Too bad the salesman took off.
We hopped in the car, drove to the other dealership, and not only did they roll out the red carpet treatment, they asked if we wanted a test drive. We ended up buying the car we test drove, and pass along their info to our friends and family for new car purchases.
Not allowing your customers to drive your halo product means that your salesmen have been letting every teenager with a license go for a ride, or you have a mail-order business. Both of which I would never buy a car from. Not only is a good relationship with your dealer important at time of purchase, but for the foreseeable future warranty work, service, etc.
Go elsewhere man, and save the couple grand difference on the CTS-v. It was a contender for us, but when you can get 90% of the performance in a larger, better equipped car (IMO), why would you buy a CTS-v?
Well, I've brought my SRT8 to this dealership for service and even had the extended warranty. Apparently, this is one of those relationships where they don't care about me. It's their loss.
The main selling points of the CTS-V are the more powerful supercharged engine and magneto suspension. For just a little bit of money, a pulley and tune will transform the CTS-V into a real beast. There aftermarket for the newer SRT8s is relatively limted, but it is improving. I've actually been considering something even more beastly than the CTS-V, but that's a secret for now
Uh oh.... that's getting into some rare territory.... Z Vette's and other supercars maybe? I'm holding out for a 600+ HP 15 Cuda with an evil exterior design, great interior and 3300 lbs.... a guy can dream right?
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