This thread is to share stories with each other on how you're getting ahead, one small leap at a time (or failing and we lulz). It' not being douche-e but trying to get the best discounts/advantages and sharing how you did so. Does anyone feel as though the guys getting closer to retirement are losing their touch with the technology barrier? You'll see what I mean.
Dealership:
Went to get my complementary oil change with a certain dealership. It was hell getting scheduled (three weeks in advance). When I get there (during work hours) they say they forgot to update inventory and had no filter. I immediately opened up on the representative and ask for satisfaction for my drive, time and missed servicing. He says "my hands are tied" and offers me a tire rotation. I thanked him in my head for this and asked for management. I stated I was pissed, I'm missing work, if I have to come back in two weeks I'll be over on my service on a new car (expressing I was very concerned about metal flakes in mah engine!).
Ended up with:
-Tire rotation
-Free oil change
-Free racetrack LED lights installed
-They forgot to take my oil change voucher, I'll be back for my second one soon
Furniture store:
Older guy approaches me and asks what I'm looking for today. He immediately rubs be the wrong way. Red socks, Christmas looking sweater, an overcompensated handshake with worn out loafers. I tell him I want a grey sectional (I already knew the model I was there to buy). He sits down at his computer, complaining "it's slow" and double clicking everything in sight. I keep piecing together what I want until he finds it by description down to a single model. I tell him "That's great and I can't wait to stop by after work and get the couch!" I then send an email from the office and state along the lines of I'm sorry - my girlfriend found a deal online for $500 less, includes the full set (his didn't have an ottoman) with financing and free delivery. I include a link for him to show the difference. When you put it in your cart you have to add the ottoman, delivery is only free to the curb(costs more to carry it in) and there is no financing vs his 24 month same as cash. He matches it! All because I knew he wouldn't be savvy enough with a computer.
Ended up with:
-24 month 0 interest
-free delivery
-HUGE discount
What about you chums?