When Is The Best Time To Buy A Car Or Truck?

Alysa sits in a car from Maverick Car Company in Boise, Idaho.

The best time to buy a car or a truck is when you need it and can afford it. But that is probably not the answer you wanted.

When someone searches for “when is the best time to buy a car” he or she is probably looking for a deal —a way to save money on a very large and important purchase. And, frankly, if you’re buying a brand new car from an old-school, high-pressure dealership, seasonality can play a role in price. So, in this article you’re going to find two answers to the question of when to buy a vehicle.

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Is Buying A New Car A Bad Idea?

a woman buys a used car at a dealership in Boise, Idaho

Buying a new car rarely makes good financial sense, according to several (if not most) financial planners and industry experts.

“Friends, I do not want you to buy a new car,” said self-made millionaire and co-founder of AE Wealth Management, David Bach, in a 2018 interview with CNBC.

Why is buying new so bad?

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