Job outlook in auto industry. (sales, buying, school)

[Dioscorus]

Looking at a potential relocation to LA. Can anyone here share their experiences with the job market, particularly at high-line auto sales? My passion is to work with exotics and LA is a great place to do so (from what I understand). I would be moving from Columbus, OH.

[1200RT]

Auto industry is a transient industry in LA just like it is everywhere else in the country. Not a negative, but turnover is still high. Top dealers (highline or otherwise) have very low turnover typically, as the money is good and management is typically on the ball. Exotics are always a tough thing to break into, as above - turnover is very low and the guys have been working there for ages.

Good luck.

[Dioscorus]

got it, thanks. is the turnover high due to lack of performance sales-wise?

[1200RT]

Originally Posted by Dioscorus

got it, thanks. is the turnover high due to lack of performance sales-wise?

are you new to the auto industry? just getting started?

i've never worked in/for a dealer directly, but have extensive experience with the industry. there are many reasons for the high turnover - mainly due to the lower level sales staff being hired simply to put a body in a chair. There are always "career" sales people, which are generally good - the turnover comes from the lower level who are just there to put food on their table.

[Dioscorus]

I'm 20. taking a break from school. I have a thing for buying and selling cars. I've sold 11 cars for a total of $85k... it is my passion.

[1200RT]

Ah.

If you haven't worked in a dealer before, it'll be extremely tough getting hired at an exotic dealership. Highline - maybe - if you make a good impression. Start at a Toyota store and work your way up.