3. As many of you have not sold cars for a living, your perspective will come from the consumer's viewpoint. However, please consider the dealership's concerns. 4. It is a fact that the most powerful tool that a salesperson has is the demonstration drive. New car feel, smell, driveability, and more are so much different from an older model. 5. One of the salesperson's toughest jobs is to "close the deal now" and not let a customer wander off for someone else to sell to. 6. The last point to consider is that people are most interested in buying for about three days, then their interest will start to decline as most vehicle purchases are from a "want" perspective and not a "need" perspective. Salespeople help the customer stay focused on the sale and help in overcoming the usual difficulties in the sales process. For your initial post discuss online car sales from your perspective as a consumer AND the dealership. Looking ahead to the future, compare the potential benefits or pitfalls of online car sales through a franchised dealer vs. direct sales from a company like Tesla. Support your