But I live on the east coast where our cities are not as few and far between. Each one I emailed was within 100 miles. The email was addressed to all of them at the same time, and I was upfront that I was looking for the best price.

I laid out the exact car I wanted, so everything was equal. I said I wanted the out the door price, and that if there were any additional costs when I showed up, I would walk.

I did not give them a phone number, and I explained not to bother me to come in. I knew what I wanted, so just give me a price.


Overall, the best price I got was about $1800 less than the next best.