Thinking New Car for a Family “Holiday Surprise”?

Maybe you have most of your holiday shopping done but you’re still considering something fairly big as a family gift to complete the package—something like a new car perhaps. But is this the best time of the year to buy a car? Recent industry data says that December is traditionally a good time to buy a new car and can yield some attractive deals. 

Spring is generally the strongest selling season of the year, buyers often deciding to trade in the old and buy a new car. Autumn brings the traditional products.

December, however, has proven to be a great month for new car buys if you swing a deal on top of the rest of your shopping. Dealerships can be downright lonely places in December, but dealers are often more flexible.

Pickup trucks can be an especially tempting purchase during holiday months, with inventory high and new models coming in. You’re likely to get your best deals on discontinued and leftover models, as well as vehicles that haven’t sold as well as expected and are in over-supply.

Some experts have suggested buyers get their best new car deals when they’re grumpy, perhaps because sales people think the customer is more likely to walk if they don’t come up with a good deal. It certainly helps not to be overly enthusiastic and signal you’re ready to buy no matter what.

A smart shopper may be willing to pay a bit more for a new car with a dealer they can trust, one that has a good reputation, the right hours, perhaps a loaner program for when your car is in the shop. Or if you are looking for something more affordable then take a look at our used autos to see if we have a good fit for you.

And for the best interest rate to finance a new car, it’s hard to beat First Basin Credit Union. If you’re not a member it’s super easy to join and what better time to take advantage of getting that “big surprise” for the family to enjoy. Do your homework and December just might land the car of your dreams under the tree or maybe in the driveway would be more convenient.