I see this as predatory behaviour and maintain my original postion: I just won’t call a business that doesn’t list their prices. I don’t want to listen to some sales jerk’s bullshit spiel about why I should pay more through their business VS getting the best price from someone who isn’t afraid to list it.

My country has amazingly strong consumer laws with an enforced period of warranty so the only genuine risk posed is a company I buy from going out of business and not existing when I need that warranty support, even in that scenario - the law is still enforceable on manufacturers so it’s a moot point.

Much like using a booking agent for a holiday, relying on a salesman to make any decision in life is really only there for the mentally deficient and infirm.