re: What type of car salesperson do you like?

Even as it is I have bought two cars that I had never seen or driven before. And they were even used. I paid a mechanic to go inspect them where they were located before purchasing. One, a minivan, was then driven to my house by the out of state dealership. The other, my truck, I picked up by flying to Houston then driving it home.

As for option and features - I research all that ahead of time. I know what I want before I start the purchase process down to the color and option package. And I can read owner's manuals later.

Again, salesmen aren't necessary. They are just there to make you feel better about the mark up and commission you're paying.