Spring is in the air
It’s that time again: tires changed, engine checked. If you want to enjoy care-free summer driving then have your vehicle checked, stem to stern road.
Between tax rebates, cash-back incentives and “family and friends” pricing, it seems like car dealerships always have some sort of promotional campaign going on. This means if you’re in the market for a new car, the hard part isn’t resisting those enticing deals — it’s figuring out which ones are worth your while. At some point during the year, most products and services do end up being sold at a discount. It’s entirely possible — and highly advantageous — to plan your purchases according to periodic sales cycles. For example, buying a new vehicle just when the model-year changes to the next one can save you big.
The end of spring and the beginning of summer are typically good times to purchase a vehicle. This is a peak period for sales and competition between brands is fierce. Also consider that many automakers unveil new models during the first big auto shows of the year (Detroit, New York, Chicago and Geneva). A lot of those models will then quickly make their way to dealerships, which need to make room for the new arrivals.
Tip: it’s a good idea to wait until the end of the month to make your purchase. When salespeople start to run out of time to make their monthly sales targets, they become more inclined to negotiate. So hit the dealership on the 29th of the month, not the 3rd! This advice applies to all types of motor vehicles, including motorcycles, scooters and
ATVS.
Finally, models in high demand will typically be sold at the same price all year. In such cases, you’ll need to adjust your bargain-hunting strategy — by shopping around multiple dealerships, for instance.