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8 tips for converting online car enquiries

Our top suggestions for making the most of your lead enquiries to accelerate sales.

1. Respond quickly

2. Answer their questions

3. Don’t corner them

4. Highlight your value offering

5. Give them variety

6. Keep it personal

7. Base price off location

8. Have an after-hours game plan

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