Along with being expensive, purchasing a new car can also be overwhelming. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to help you find the best deals for members of the armed forces. There are a number of factors that can affect the amount of discount you can get on your next car.
Each car manufacturer is different
One of the main factors that will affect how much military discount you can get on a new car is the car manufacturer. This is because each manufacturer is different and the amount of military discount available varies. This means that some manufacturers will offer a larger discount than others whereas some might not offer any.
Before deciding on a car manufacturer, we highly recommend researching online for the manufacturers that offer the biggest discounts. Another thing to keep in mind is that some dealerships might not advertise their discount online, so it might be worth mentioning that you are a member of the armed forces and asking to see if they will offer a deal on a car.
The amount of savings depends on the car itself
Another thing that can affect the amount you can save is the car itself. Although a car manufacturer might offer a forces discount, it can sometimes vary from car to car. This means that some dealerships might offer a bigger discount on cars that are more expensive. Along with price, whether the car is brand new or used can also affect the amount of discount available. This is because some dealerships only offer discounts on new cars and not used. This varies from dealership to dealership so be sure to check and research different dealerships before making a decision.
When you purchase a car matters
Just like shopping for other things, the time of the year that you consider purchasing your next car can affect the amount you save.
This is due to different promotions and deals that might be available throughout the year. From seasonal promotions to limited time deals, we highly recommend keeping an eye online for the discounts that might be available.
Prices on cars can also fluctuate throughout the year depending on each dealership. That’s why we highly recommend researching and visiting multiple car dealerships before making a decision as prices of a similar car can vary across dealerships.
Also visiting a dealership in person might get you a better deal than online or over the phone.
Take proof that you are a member of the armed forces
When going to view or purchase a car, remember to take proof that you are a member of that armed forces with you. This is because most dealerships offering a military ID will require proof before offering a discount. Whether that is your military ID or a letter confirming you are a member of the armed forces. Without this, you might end up losing out on any military discount that is available.
Steps to get a discount:
- Research online as much as possible. Find out which dealerships are offering discounts and compare how much you could save with each dealership.
- Visit different dealerships and speak to the sales assistants on the dealership to see if there are any promotions or deals available.
- Work out which cars are the best options for you and what discounts and savings you can get with each car.
- Once you have decided on a car and dealership, revisit and see if you can negotiate the price to save even more money. Some might be willing to reduce the price, while other dealerships might offer free extras like car mats.
- Lastly, you can purchase your next car and enjoy driving it. Hopefully you can enjoy it even more knowing you found the best deal on a car you are going to love.
How can I get Military Discount on Jaguar and Land Rover?
Check out our page on Marshall Jaguar and Land Rover Military Sales to find out more about the discount available along with how you can save on your next Land Rover or Jaguar.
