Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Car?

You might feel there are better times of year than others to buy a car from our dealership near Fairmont. That is true to some extent. Just before summer, when people consider buying a new vehicle for summer vacations, is a great time to find a great deal on a new vehicle special. The beginning of the next model year is also a fantastic time to invest in a new or new-to-you car, truck, or SUV. At the end of the calendar year, around Christmas, offers another great time to buy a car.

Keep reading our guide where we answer, “Is now a good time to buy a car?” As a general rule, dealerships may have better deals at certain times of the year. We’ll also answer, “Is now a good time to buy a new car?” You’ll need to know your specific situation. Then, we’ll cover, “Is now a good time to buy a used car?” The key is what you need your car for. Get all the details with Dan Cava's GMC!

Is Now a Good Time to Buy a New Car?

New vehicles cost more. If you’re shopping for a discounted car, truck, or SUV, a new vehicle may not be the best choice for you. But your situation may be better suited for a new vehicle based on your situation. 

For example, if you’re driving an old clunker around Morgantown that constantly requires more money to repair, it might have outlived its usefulness. Buying a new vehicle, even for less of a discount, can be a smart financial decision when you consider if a monthly payment is less than your repair bills. Consider talking to our finance teamto discuss your options. If a new vehicle is more cost-effective than your used car, yes is the right answer to, “Is now a good time to buy a new car?” 

Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Used Car?

So, is now a good time to buy a used car? When looking for an affordable car for Grafton excursions, our used vehicle inventory has quality certified pre-owned vehicles that are like-new vehicles. They are typically cars that were once leased and turned back in at the end of the lease term. We have several quality used vehicles on our lot if you want to invest in a vehicle that has several great years left in it. Any car, truck, or SUV built after 2010 can last a very long time due to the quality engineering and materials put into each vehicle.

Is Now a Good Time to Trade In a Car?

Yes! Now is a great time to buy a car and trade in your old one. You could use your trade to put towards your down payment on your next vehicle. Let’s say you want to buy a new GMC Sierra 1500 at $57,000 MSRP. Your trade-in is valued at $17,000. Your auto loan could come to $40,000 rather than the full price. We’re always looking for great used vehicles to add to our inventory. Want to see what your actual payment could be? Use our online payment calculator to find out! 

Test Drive a New or Used Vehicle for Sale in Bridgeport

We’ve covered, “Is now a good time to buy a car?” Get ready for the next steps to climb behind the wheel! Contact us or call (304) 652-5736 to schedule a test drive with our Bridgeport team. You can look at our new vehicle specials or used vehicle specials to see how much money you could save.