I had a feeling that it might be a phishing call, but the caller ID said “Floral Park” and I have a client in Floral Park, so I answered.
Perhaps I should have hung up when a voice I didn't recognize asked to speak to Benjamin. When I asked who's calling, the man answered “Audi lease protection”.
“What’s this about.” I asked.
“Your 2012 Q5. Do you still have the 2012 Q5?”
“No.” I answered truthfully.
“Liar!”
My natural and immediate response was “excuse me?” as the line went dead.
I generally try not to be rude -- even on phishing and solicitation calls. There’s a person on the other line just trying to earn a living. Why should it be unpleasant for both of us? (I don't have the same feeling about robo calls.)
But being called a “liar”... I may have to rethink things and the ire may fall on the next unsolicited caller.