Just like everybody else, I get telemarketers calling me, 2, 3, or 4 times a day.
Do you ever answer and talk to them?
Mostly I don't, but once in a while I will listen until I know what they are selling or asking for, then hang up.
I've never bought anything from any of them, or donated any money to the caller's organization.
Do you suppose anyone does? Some people must, because they keep calling, right?
Ever since I bought the used truck (2000 Chevy C2500) about 2 years ago, I've been thinking I should have the windshield replaced...It came with 3 major cracks, one goes all the way across the windshield, right in my viewing area. It's against the law in MN to drive on public roads with a cracked windshield, I rarely leave town with this truck. If I were to be pulled over, I'd probably just get a fix-it ticket anyway, so I haven't been in a hurry to replace it.
Back to telemarketers.
This morning, I get a cold call from Alpine Glass (I never heard of them).
I listen, then instead of hanging up, I ask for a quote for a windshield (I don't have glass coverage on my insurance).
My C2500 is the old body style, so it's common with lots of trucks throughout the 1990s. I was told the windshield should be cheap (like $200) because of the commonality. The friend that told me this hasn't had a windshield installed for over a decade...probably 2 decades, so I take that price with a grain of salt. ...AND the last windshield I've had replaced in 2012 (my '98 Buick Park Ave) was around $450, installed.
The Lady gives me a quote of $245 installed in my driveway...must be cash though. No checks accepted and $35 CC fee.
I said, let's make an appointment...She said how about tomorrow morning.
I said, OK.
So that is a BIG first for me, buying something from a cold call...I never imaged doing such a thing.
Wish me luck.