Huang Jinpeng stood up excitedly when he saw that his leader had agreed to the fighter jet deal:
"Then let's establish the principle, Leader. Let Xi'an Aircraft Industry Group take the lead on this matter, and let us earn some commission."
The leader laughed out loud:
"Alright, then let Xi'an Aircraft Industry Group negotiate this matter. But don't agree right away. Sell him one or two first and see how things go. Weapons aren't like anything else. Be extremely cautious."
Huang Jinpeng also stood at attention and saluted: "Yes!"
After receiving approval, Huang Jinpeng and Song Taichu flew back to Xi'an overnight.
At this time, Lin Sanqi didn't know what the outcome would be. He was enjoying the privilege.
The Qin Shihuang Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum was brightly lit at this time. Lin Sanqi, accompanied by staff from relevant departments, was visiting this eighth wonder of the world with great interest.
There were only two tourists in the entire museum, Lin Sanqi and his secretary Zhu Xinyue. The tour guide was said to be the most senior lady in the museum.
The two even went down into Pit No. 2 to experience up close the shock of the ancient civilization from more than two thousand years ago.
If you come here during the day, the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum will be so crowded that it will crush you.
Therefore, the happiness of rich people is something that others can't even imagine.
The next day, negotiations continued, but on a narrower scale.
In the small conference room, Huang Jinpeng's eyes were red, and he was exhausted but also excited. He handed a newly printed document to Lin Sanqi:
"Director Lin, we requested your leadership last night, and they agreed to your request. Here is our quotation for your model. Please review it, Director Lin."
When Lin Sanqi heard that he had actually found a way out, he was overjoyed.
I took a look at the price list and saw: J-7 fighter jet, $20 million per unit; H-6 bomber, $15 million per unit; Y-7 transport aircraft, $10 million per unit; Z-8 helicopter, $3 million per unit.
Lin Sanqi took a deep breath and then looked at Huang Jinpeng and Yan Guixiang opposite him, thinking, are you really going to kill me?
He has checked the information online and found that the cost of the J-7 fighter jet and the Y-7 transport aircraft is about 5 million US dollars.
Even the older, more advanced J-10 and Su-27 series cost only about US$25 million to US$40 million.
The J-20 fighter jet is more expensive, with a cost between $60 million and $100 million, but it is an advanced fighter jet with the combat level of a fifth-generation fighter.
Now, he's charging him $20 million for an outdated, first-generation J-7 fighter jet? That's several times the cost of a new one? Are they really taking advantage of him?
Even if Lin Sanqi's money came from the wind, it shouldn't be wasted like this, right?
Lin Sanqi gently put down the information in his hand, and the smile on his face immediately disappeared.
"Mr. Huang, your offer isn't sincere enough. You want $20 million for a J-7 fighter? I can add some more money and buy French Rafale fighters."
(Asan: Buddy, you have good vision)
It’s actually not impossible for Lin Sanqi to buy foreign fighter jets. Now Lin Bei from the African branch has established contact with the President of Madagascar and will regularly sponsor him a sum of money.
For a poor African country, whoever gives you milk is your mother. You give them money and they can do whatever they want.
What's more, there is a civil war between warlords in Madagascar. Although he is called the president, he can only control the area near the capital. Often, if you give him money, you can do whatever you want, and he will do things with your money and stamp your approval.
Lin Sanqi could have purchased the Rafale fighter jets in the name of Madagascar. For French arms dealers, whoever gives milk is also the mother, and it is impossible for them not to sell.
The problem is not whether it can be purchased, but that if this kind of fighter is purchased, it will be useless in the 1960s.
Not to mention whether the pilot knows how to operate it, even if it flies, it is just a disposable toy.
After all, without the consent of the French authorities, without the assistance of maintenance and repair workshops, and without the replacement of parts, the aircraft cannot be used if it breaks down.
Therefore, the only option for Lin Sanqi was the old domestic aircraft.
The idea was to get the old planes cheaper so the wholesale price would be more affordable. In addition, the aircraft repair workshop and even the production line could be moved away so that they could be put into use directly in the 1960s.
Lin Sanqi thought about being black abroad, but he didn't expect that the country is also so black?
Huang Jinpeng, however, was calm and composed. He had already received the tacit approval of his superiors, so he had more discretion and room to maneuver in his actions.
"Mr. Lin, don't worry, this is the price of an airplane, which is equivalent to the retail price.
If you are really prepared to buy all our old aircraft as you said before, then the price will definitely be reduced to your satisfaction."
Lin Sanqi thought, this is okay. If it is just a plane, it is normal to be a little more expensive.
It’s just like going to a tourist attraction, people there don’t want to do business with you as a repeat customer.
"Also, Mr. Lin, you might not know that our country's arms sales are extremely strict. It's almost impossible for private companies to buy weapons, let alone export them. Mr. Lin, you know this, right?"
Lin Sanqi thought again, this is true. It seems that when buying an airplane, one cannot only consider the cost of the airplane, but also the administrative costs.
Huang Jinpeng saw that Lin Sanqi's complexion had improved and continued to explain:
"Last night, Section Chief Song and I flew to the capital to report this to the leadership. Initially, the leadership disagreed. Finally, with Section Chief Song's guarantee and my pleading, the leadership relented.
Now let's talk about the price. Although 20 million US dollars is high, if it weren't for the relationship between our two families, you wouldn't be able to buy a fighter jet even if you spent 200 million US dollars, so Mr. Lin, you should be content.
I agree to sell you the plane, but there are a lot of rules and regulations behind it. We can discuss the details later. But the price will definitely not change. This is the decision made by the leadership, and it can only go higher, not lower."
The other party's words were so clear that Lin Sanqi knew that he wanted the plane and had to swallow his anger.
At this time, Yan Guixiang, who had been silent all this time, spoke up, smiling and personally refilling Lin Sanqi's tea:
"Director Lin, Old Huang and I are the specific executors, and people like Section Chief Song are supervisors. In the final analysis, we have no decision-making power, nor do we have the final say.
But Mr. Lin, don't worry. Both the H-6 and Y-7 are produced by our Xi'an Aircraft Industry Group. We are responsible for these two models and will definitely give you the best remaining models.
As for the J-7 and Z-8, our Xi'an Aircraft Industry Group will be responsible for coordinating and purchasing them from major brother units, so you can rest assured.
As for whether the price is expensive, it depends on the specific situation.
If you, Mr. Lin, purchased an airplane and sold it, but ended up selling it at a loss, this is obviously impossible. We are all enterprises, and enterprises must pursue profits, which is understandable.
If they really sell at a loss, unless they can make up for it elsewhere, no one will be so stupid. I believe that Mr. Lin will definitely give up purchasing the J-7. Then whatever we say will be redundant, right?
But if Mr. Lin thinks this business is viable, let's not talk about whether it makes money or not, just think of it as Mr. Lin making a contribution to the country. Our scientific research funds are too tight, and we still have to undertake some tasks. We are too poor.
If Mr. Lin pays one more dollar now, we can get one more dollar of funding. If you pay all the money today, it can be transformed into our country's most advanced fighter jet tomorrow to destroy all invaders.
Mr. Lin, do you agree with this?"
Although Lin Sanqi is not a saint and will not give people money for nothing, General Manager Yan is right.
Just like what smokers joke about, every cigarette they smoke is actually supporting the country in building aircraft carriers.
Although Lin Sanqi seems to be being taken advantage of by paying a little more money to buy a plane today, he is actually directly helping the country. If this is made known to others, he will immediately become great.
Huang Jinpeng also took the opportunity to remind:
“I believe that Director Lin, you are not just doing a one-time business. If you really have a way to sell old weapons overseas, there are many possibilities for dealing with the military in the future.
Do you want tanks for the army? Do you want artillery and anti-aircraft guns? Do you want cruisers and destroyers for the navy? These are all things we can negotiate later.
Therefore, we should give appropriate concessions to the military and our military-industrial enterprises. This will win the military's friendship and trust, which will be helpful to Mr. Lin's future business. What do you think, Mr. Lin?"
Lin Sanqi nodded slightly:
"Yes, that's right, it makes sense!"
Huang Jinpeng and Yan Guixiang looked at each other and both showed a cunning smile.
If this deal goes through, Xi'an Aircraft Industry Group will make a fortune this year. Not only will it clear out its inventory of old aircraft, but it will also earn a commission.
Section Chief Song still said nothing. He had already said enough good things about Lin Sanqi to his superiors.
Everything is excessive or insufficient. If people suspect that he has accepted money from Lin Sanqi to help Lingnan Hall, it is entirely possible that he will be transferred away from Huadu, which will affect his personal future.
For the special department he belongs to, even without absolute evidence, suspicion alone is enough to get him kicked out of the organization.
So he didn't say much during the entire negotiation process. All Lin Sanqi lost was money.
And money is not lacking for this young man. (End of this chapter)
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