wayfun wrote:
As the OP, I need to point out that I did not go to the salesman on each lot "seeking their advice". I merely had some time to kill and wanted to stop by and look at a couple of trucks and check out the capacity tags on the doors. They pounce on you as soon as you get out of your car. If and when I decide to buy a new tow vehicle I'll know what I need before I get to the dealer. Usually when I want to "look around" I'll stop by on a Sunday when they're closed just so I don't have to deal with the sales staff. This time I needed the vehicles unlocked so I could look at the door tags. I find it annoying that you can't just tell them you're looking with no intention of buying right then and be left alone. They insist on following you around spewing BS.
You know what I find works good is just tell them you're getting some warranty work done or an oil change or whatever. I've flat out just walked into the show room and wandered around. The service area is usually right off the show room area so they have know idea. Just park your car over by the service area. It's amazing how fast they leave you alone.