We used the ABC method when we purchased our 2017 Ram dually and our travel trailer. Here is how it works:
Contact 3 dealers that have the truck you want to make sure it is still available. Then email them all on the same email. Let them know you are going to buy but only from the best deal. All three should return with their offer. One will be the lowest. Email the other two and let them know one dealer offered X amount. They should send an email counter offer. Then again let the other two dealers know the new offer. Again you should get counter offers.
We did this in the DFW area and got a really great deal on our LoneStar 3500, plus some extras to seal the deal. Very happy. But, you really need to be ready to close the deal and not waste others time.
We did the same on our deal for a travel trailer and saved over $1000 on original price plus got over $700 in extras.
