I was looking for a second hand car, 03 reg. Went to the car dealer, find one i liked and asked for a test-drive. The car dealer said ok, took me for a drive but didn't offer me to drive it. Why that? Is it bad sign?
2007-01-05 08:47:48 · 23 answers · asked by cavapasmieux 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
If they suspected you were drunk they would not allow you to drive, but in any other circumstance I'd say do not buy from that garage. They clearly have not done things by the book, they have no liability cover for you so couldn't cover you for insurance. This means they are not completly above board. A garage should be keen for you to drive a car, get the feel for it and want it more.
2007-01-05 11:40:54 · answer #1 · answered by Bealzebub 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If he didn't let you drive how would you know it was the car for you.I would find a different dealer and test drive the same type of car if you like it buy from him not the other one.
2007-01-05 19:57:58 · answer #2 · answered by restfullone 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Car dealers insurance will cover customers test driving cars, go elsewhere, there are lots and lots of car dealers out there
2007-01-05 09:01:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
it could be that the salesman doesn't trust women drivers. Dealers are insured for potential customers to drive their vehicles and you should always test drive the car yourself. give this one a wide berth and find another dealer cos either the sales rep is cr*p or they are trying to cover something up.
2007-01-05 08:57:56 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't say it was a bad sign. Every time I've gone to a garage and been given a test drive it's always been the salesman who drove. You can't blame them really. The car could be worth thousands and they can't trust any Tom, Dick or Harry off the street to just jump in and test drive it.
2007-01-05 23:29:42 · answer #5 · answered by GenetteS 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
first, find the vehicle of your choice , then go to a reputable dealer who will welcome you with an incredible greeting and put you behind the wheel for a test drive without having to ask. If this doesn't happen in the first four minutes after your selection, turn on your heels and head away to a dealer who will accomodate all your needs.
2007-01-05 14:48:17 · answer #6 · answered by Rosemary M 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
there can be many reasons why,don't just assume there a bad dealer. if you still like the car go back and ask to drive it, if they say no than ask why not.but don't ever buy a car without you or someone you trust driving it.
2007-01-05 10:08:21 · answer #7 · answered by star auto 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
properly they first would desire to be sure you have a license and while they top or make copies they're prolly merely gettin a replica of you license quantity incase you dont come back or in case you smash it or notwithstanding. Now approximately for longer try drives i understand a few places permit you yet it extremely is while you're extremely fascinated.. yet while its a sparkling motor vehicle they're prolly prepared to maintain the milage down. in case you have an interest in a motor vehicle and want to rigidity it longer merely ask. i understand there are places undecided which of them that surely permit you rigidity it for an afternoon. and that i think of so as to do a credit examine they might desire to have your permission. i'm hoping this helpts. And goodluck!!!
2016-10-06 12:10:50 · answer #8 · answered by elidia 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because he was an A** and didn't take you seriously. Go to another dealer and always insist on a test drive.
2007-01-05 10:18:11 · answer #9 · answered by mark t 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't buy a car from that company. You really need to drive the car during a test drive
2007-01-05 08:49:54 · answer #10 · answered by georgiabanksmartin 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋