I'm a retired salesman

sidney wrote:
Wow... thanks for all the responses.

I'm sorry so many of you have had bad experiences with salesman.

Although, I believe some of you may have missed my point. I'm not defending all salesman. I'm against generically categorizing an entire profession.

If you have had a bad experience with a salesman I have no problem with you sharing your story. But when a member is looking for advice when buying a new RV and "don't trust the salesman" is the 1st advice offered without knowing anything about the dealership or the salesperson the buyer is working with... isn't that a tad prejudice?

When a new member posts a request for assistance buying an RV... instead of responding with "don't trust the salesman"... wouldn't it be more helpful to suggest the following:

Qualify your salesman:

How long has he worked at the dealership?
Does he own an RV, specifically the type you are considering, MH, 5th, TT?
What TV is he using?
Have you weighed your TV and RV?
Does he have any RV service experience?
How does he camp, where does he camp, how big his family, how far does he travel?

I'm sure there are several more questions you could ask to help determine the qualifications of a good RV sales person.

I don't go to the dentist to get my hair cut... and I'm not buying my RV from someone who hasn't owned one.

Thanks again for all the participation and good luck with your purchases.

And the dishonest salesman would answer your questions honestly?????????????????????? There is an old saying when you are talking with a salesman ask them if they have ever lied to a customer.
If they say no run and run far and fast if they say yes you have as a honest salesman as your going to finde