After shopping around for a while I decided that what I wanted was the new model Subaru Forester.  I never thought I'd be buying a new car, dealing with the immediate depreciation and all, but I wanted the 2009 redesign and there were no used 2009's within 200 miles... So, I went to Subaru of Las Vegas to drive a 2006 they had on the lot, and thought I'd drive a 2010 - just to see... Turns out that's the car I wanted.  I was pleased with my initial experience with the sales staff.  The showroom is sharp and open (I swear that didn't influence my choice too much).  My salesman provided plenty of information on vehicle specs without being pushy, and didn't push too much when I firmly said \"nope, there's nothing you could do to get me to buy this car today\".  Upon returning the salesman that I dealt with on the first day wasn't there, but his replacement was very personable, although didn't have as good a grasp on the mechanics of the car.  The buying process was a bit drawn out... I was at the dealership for four hours from start to finish - each step just seemed to take a while.  But, everyone was friendly and it only got cheesy and fake feeling once the deal is done, when everyone shakes your hand and says \"congratulations\".  I don't think I need to be congratulated on dropping a boat load of money, that nicety felt a bit much for me.\n\nThe true test comes next... My new car has a rattle that drives me crazy.  I am going to take it back and see how the service treatment is after I have made the purchase... I have high expectations.