Max is shopping for a used car. He goes to see Jim, who s selling his used Honda. After a test drive, Max negotiates with Jim and gets him to reduce the price by $800.
Jim: Hello. Jim Harris speaking.
Max: Hello, Jim. My name is Max Taylor. I'm shopping for a used car, and I saw your ad for a 2008 Honda Civic.
Jim: The car is still available, but I'm getting lots of calls for it.
Max: How about if I swing by at 5:30?
Jim: Okay. I'm on 433 Main Avenue, across the street from Arroyo High School.
(Max comes over to Jim s house.)
Max: Hi, I'm Max. I'm here to see the car.
Jim: Good to meet you, Max. I'm Jim. Would you like to take a test drive?
Max: Yes, thanks. The last thing I need is another lemon!
Jim: You don't have to worry about that. This is a great car.
(They return from the drive.)
Max: It does drive well.
Jim: And it's in mint condition!
Max: You're asking $8,000 for it?
Jim: Yes, it's a steal.
Max: It's a nice car, but it's a two-door car and I was hoping to buy a four-door.
Jim: A car like this is going to sell quickly. I'd hate for you to miss out.
Max: I'll give you $7,000.
Jim: Let's split the difference. If you can make it $7,500, you've got a deal.
Max: I'd like to sleep on it. Can I give you a ring in the morning?
Jim: I'd like to reach an agreement now. How about $7,300?
Max: Would you take $7,200?
Jim: I don't want to haggle.
Max: I'm sorry to nickel and dime you, but money is tight for me right now.
Jim: Okay, let's close the deal. I'll take $7,200.
