bring a big trailer when you pick it up and somehow turn a friendly conversation to "what else do you have?" but in a way that the seller feels it was his idea to show you the other stuff that you happen to have room for today. Also keep it in the realm of looking at things for looking's sake, not buying. Depending on your skills, you might clean him out ;)
If you aren't so skilled with smooth talking, just be polite and friendly and try to make a friendship (or business relationship) in steps. It may take a while to get to the point of asking for more stuff, but if the potential seller sees you are trustworthy and make him comfortable in whatever ways he needs to be, you might gain some goods and maybe a bonus friend for life. Be sincere with either approach--fake attitude can be easily spotted and might cancel the initial deal! Be careful and watch body language and other non verbal cues so you don't offend or have your friendly attempts misinterpreted... and remember some sellers aren't looking for a friend, just stick to business.
sounds a little like dating/meeting the parents :)
karl f
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