Black Seats Everywhere

8gv · 02-16-2026, 10:04 PM

I have not bought a car off the lot in 43 years.

Ordering what I want and lately more importantly, avoiding what I don't want, takes some patience.

Most of my shopping is done online.

By the time I speak to the sales person I know what to ask for and the target price.

We speak on the phone and exchange a couple of emails to document our understanding.

Once we agree on price I put a $500 refundable deposit on my credit card.

Eight to twelve weeks later I get the call that it has arrived.

02-16-2026, 10:04 PM	#11
8gv Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 2,191 Thanks: 63 Thanked 764 Times in 497 Posts	I have not bought a car off the lot in 43 years. Ordering what I want and lately more importantly, avoiding what I don't want, takes some patience. Most of my shopping is done online. By the time I speak to the sales person I know what to ask for and the target price. We speak on the phone and exchange a couple of emails to document our understanding. Once we agree on price I put a $500 refundable deposit on my credit card. Eight to twelve weeks later I get the call that it has arrived.