It seems obvious doesn’t it? Most people go into a showroom and dither around carrying on like pork chops. God forbid you take a couple friends in with you. Have you ever tried to organise a gaggle of queens? It’s like trying to put toothpaste back into the tube.
Don’t settle for a 5 minute drive. You’re handing over a huge amount of cash. I recently bought a car for a friend and she bought it on looks and a 3 minute drive. “It’s pretty” she said. Luckily I steered her away from the horrible cars. A choice between a Volvo XC60 and a Jeep or Freelander!
I used top tip 2 and found myself a gay salesman then got the “family discount” and some free stuff thrown in. He also filled the tank and promised immediate connection to Volvo Assist which was very handy later that night when I ran out of fuel. I should make this top tip 4, when a Volvo says fill up, you REALLY need to fill up.
You best tool is, “I have the cash/finance and I’m ready to do a deal right now. What can you do for me”. Watch them fall over themselves trying to help you. If you get a stroppy saleman, move on because they need you, you don’t need them!
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Alan Zurvas is the founder and editor of Gay Car Boys, Australia's leading LGBTQI+ automotive publication. Before launching GCB in 2008, Alan's automotive writing was published in SameSame.com.au and the Star Observer. With over 16 years of hands-on car reviewing experience, Alan brings an honest, irreverent voice to every review — championing value and innovation over brand loyalty.
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