Among Salesmen
JOKE OF THE WEEK, 18 Oct 2010
Dietrich Fischer – TRANSCEND Media Service
A farmer had been ripped off several times by the local car dealer. One day, the car dealer informed the farmer that he was coming over to purchase a cow. The farmer priced his unit as follows: Basic cow: $499.95; Shipping and handling: $35.75; Extra stomach: $79.25; Two‑tone exterior: $142.10; Produce storage compartment: $126.50; Heavy‑duty straw chopper: $189.60; Four‑spigot, high‑output drain system: $149.20; Automatic fly swatter: $88.50; Genuine cowhide upholstery: $179.90; Deluxe dual horns: $59.25; Automatic fertilizer attachment: $339.40; 4 x 4 traction drive assembly: $884.16; Pre‑delivery wash and comb: $69.80; FARMER’S SUGGESTED LIST PRICE: $2843.36; Additional dealer adjustments: $300.00; TOTAL LIST PRICE (Including options): $3143.36.
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