To look for December deals, we looked at days-to-turn data from November specifically Nov. 1-23, the window we gathered the data — which measures how long it takes on average for dealers to sell a given car. That illustrates slow sellers, cars on which dealers could be more willing to cut a deal. Then we looked at factory cash discounts and low-interest-rate financing offers that are especially high for the price of the car. After all, $3,000 is a lot more on a Ford Escape than a Ford Expedition.
In previous installments of our monthly Best Deals series, we also factored in how well each car sold during the prior month. But many automakers have since moved to quarterly sales reports instead of monthly updates, which reveal little about the slowest sellers in recent past. We’ve since dropped the practice.
They reflect advertised customer discounts, not unadvertised factory-to-dealer cash. Discount financing typically requires qualifying credit, too, and incentives may vary by region and trim level; automakers may also change them later in the month. In sum: Your discounts may vary, so check with your local dealer for specifics.
Incentives data come from automakers’ websites, while days-to-turn data come from Cars.com inventory. Remember, our numbers are current as of publication for the markets we survey (generally Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles and New York).
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If you are shopping for a loved one or trying to find the best car deal for yourself, here are three tips on how you can snap the best deals in town.
1. Research before you go to a dealership.
Make sure to do your homework before you head to a dealership.
To save yourself time and energy, research the type of car you want, model, year, and features that fit your lifestyle.
Go in armed with all the information you need to make the right decision for your pocketbook.
2. Take advantage of promotions.
Check for holiday promotions or member-exclusive benefits.
Do you have email alerts or newsletters for car dealerships?
Check out all the best deals that are being offered this time of year.
3. Explore financing options.
If you have good or bad credit, ask to see if you can qualify for an auto loan.Most dealerships will work with you to secure a no credit car loan if your situation demands it.
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