FuzzyCoyote 2 Posted August 1, 2015 Hey all, I have a bit of a dilemma and would like a bit of advice from you guys (and girls) if I may. Today I am going to head out car shopping, well more like browsing before making a bit of a decision. And the question is, which watch do I wear? Usually I don't really care too much about it and would happily wear the AP Tour Auto or the FM out anywhere, but this is slightly different. I don't have a humongous budget or anything, and will be looking at cars in the Jaguar XE / Audi A4 / BMW 3 series price bracket. But the reason I ask is that I will obviously be trying to get the best deal, and knowing salesmen a good one will look at all aspects of a person to try and sell for the highest price. If I rock up in an AP then, if knowledgable about watches, it may go against me thinking 'ah he can pay that for a watch, he doesn't really need this discount'. I may be completely wrong, and the watch choice may have absolutely zero effect on anything. But I will be trying to secure the best deal I can and am happy to use any avenues to do this, including the management of what watch I wear. By all means bash away if you like, but would welcome your thoughts on the collection below and your thoughts on if this would make one shred of difference anyway. Cheers G Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Foxindebox 465 Posted August 1, 2015 Black bay mate, classy watch but doesn't give the "I've got money to burn" vibe Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kcore 0 Posted August 1, 2015 My advice is the same for this as going to an AD, "wear any watch you feel like and simply place it in your pocket before walking through the front door." IMO, you can't go wrong. Good luck on the hunt! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GenTLe 1,509 Posted August 1, 2015 Black Bay for me too. Or, if you want a big discount, that skull one together with a leather jacket and boots Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chiquita Fanjita 1,782 Posted August 1, 2015 I was doing car shopping last Saturday and Monday night and spookily I wore my Black Bay. Even noticed one Breitling wearing salesman eyeing it up. Even got a wristie pic when salesman was in the office. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted August 1, 2015 I'd go route one and wear the gold Patek. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FuzzyCoyote 2 Posted August 1, 2015 Black bay mate, classy watch but doesn't give the "I've got money to burn" vibe Black Bay for me too.Or, if you want a big discount, that skull one together with a leather jacket and boots I was doing car shopping last Saturday and Monday night and spookily I wore my Black Bay. Even noticed one Breitling wearing salesman eyeing it up. Even got a wristie pic when salesman was in the office. So far the BB is getting all the votes haha Haha love that!! My advice is the same for this as going to an AD, "wear any watch you feel like and simply place it in your pocket before walking through the front door." IMO, you can't go wrong. Good luck on the hunt! As valid choice as any bud I'd go route one and wear the gold Patek. Maybe il drop into a Bentley or Rolls dealer after with this on Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chiquita Fanjita 1,782 Posted August 1, 2015 Forgot to say, it's was BMW and Audi salesmen I was seeing too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr. Jimmy 29 Posted August 1, 2015 Another vote for the BB. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FuzzyCoyote 2 Posted August 1, 2015 Forgot to say, it's was BMW and Audi salesmen I was seeing too If it was in Miltn Keynes then that's 3 for 3 lol........ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Markrfc 3 Posted August 1, 2015 I bet theres a few car salesman frequent these boards when i bought our last car the salesman was wearing a fake daytona. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RUSH2112 11 Posted August 1, 2015 If you do your research on price (edmunds.com) before going it really shouldn't matter these days. I've found that people "with money" can be some of the biggest ball busters about getting the best price anyways. Salesman should be used to it. But is still would wear a seiko... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ShovelnTC 31 Posted August 1, 2015 You're over thinking it, a salesman is only concerned with making a sale and detecting how much a client has in his bank account isn't part of the training but seeing you stand up ready to walk out the door will get much more attention than what watch you have on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted August 1, 2015 Black Bay. Like has been said, it doesn't scream MONEY like the AP, yet has all the class. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Not That Rich 21 Posted August 1, 2015 Another vote for the BB Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GoW13 19 Posted August 1, 2015 Maybe you are wrong about what sales persons think?! If a customer walks in with an AP, I would rather think "damn, I need to get this rich dude. Maybe I can convince him with a good discount to come back". In German it sounded way better what I wanted to say But maybe you get my point... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FuzzyCoyote 2 Posted August 1, 2015 Maybe you are wrong about what sales persons think?! If a customer walks in with an AP, I would rather think "damn, I need to get this rich dude. Maybe I can convince him with a good discount to come back". In German it sounded way better what I wanted to say But maybe you get my point... I get your point yes. Thanks for the thoughts. Also, does the GoW in your name relate to Gears of War? Or Godfather of Watches? Lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FuzzyCoyote 2 Posted August 1, 2015 You're over thinking it, a salesman is only concerned with making a sale and detecting how much a client has in his bank account isn't part of the training but seeing you stand up ready to walk out the door will get much more attention than what watch you have on. Cracking bit of advice, and I do think that is the case also. From looky looky men at the market to top class salesmen, if you are about to walk away it gets more attention than anything... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paparolf 45 Posted August 1, 2015 I would where the most expensive watch I have, that would tell the salesman I am no pushover and I'm not stupid and you will do me a deal else I'm out of here to spend my wealth elsewhere!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chiruku 25 Posted August 1, 2015 Afraid I would have to go for - none of them! An expensive watch in the eyes of a sales man means more money to them. It might be less for a trade in, or not getting as good a percentage rate on a loan. When you go for the first time dress down and get a good deal. When you go again to pick the car up, strap on one of the Pateks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GoW13 19 Posted August 1, 2015 Maybe you are wrong about what sales persons think?! If a customer walks in with an AP, I would rather think "damn, I need to get this rich dude. Maybe I can convince him with a good discount to come back". In German it sounded way better what I wanted to say But maybe you get my point... I get your point yes. Thanks for the thoughts. Also, does the GoW in your name relate to Gears of War? Or Godfather of Watches? Lol Gears of war is one hell of a game. But it stands actually for godfather of watches How did you know? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FuzzyCoyote 2 Posted August 1, 2015 Afraid I would have to go for - none of them! An expensive watch in the eyes of a sales man means more money to them. It might be less for a trade in, or not getting as good a percentage rate on a loan. When you go for the first time dress down and get a good deal. When you go again to pick the car up, strap on one of the Pateks! Haha, love the idea of strapping on a Patek for the pick up. Maybe you are wrong about what sales persons think?! If a customer walks in with an AP, I would rather think "damn, I need to get this rich dude. Maybe I can convince him with a good discount to come back". In German it sounded way better what I wanted to say But maybe you get my point... I get your point yes. Thanks for the thoughts. Also, does the GoW in your name relate to Gears of War? Or Godfather of Watches? Lol Gears of war is one hell of a game. But it stands actually for godfather of watches How did you know? I thought Gears of War at first, but then saw your signature at the bottom. Yes, gears is a hell of a game! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McJules 396 Posted August 1, 2015 when i went to see & try the benz GLK, i had my IWC 3777 and the salesman noticed it while test driving it. Had a good watch talk on the road and continued in his office. Ended up without even asking anything with 2k less on it. When i went for the touareg (the one i picked), i had my bronzo and the salesman told me ''looks like the gold plating on your watch is falling off! It's all green under'' LOL! I'd say pick whatever you want, as long as you buy the Jag Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
