{"id":2818,"date":"2023-01-17T21:46:45","date_gmt":"2023-01-17T21:46:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dealerindepth.com\/?p=2818"},"modified":"2023-01-17T21:46:45","modified_gmt":"2023-01-17T21:46:45","slug":"looking-to-save-money-on-a-near-new-car-try-a-demo-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dealerindepth.com\/index.php\/2023\/01\/17\/looking-to-save-money-on-a-near-new-car-try-a-demo-car\/","title":{"rendered":"Looking to Save Money on a Near-New Car? Try a Demo Car"},"content":{"rendered":"

When looking for a car at a dealership, you may think that your only two options are new or used cars. But there\u2019s actually a third for some – demo cars.<\/p>\n

So what\u2019s a demo car, where can you find one, and are they actually worth buying compared to a new or used vehicle? Let\u2019s find out.<\/p>\n

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What is a Demo Car?<\/h2>\n

Demo cars are showroom vehicles used for test driving new and limited inventory models – sometimes, they even function as short-term commuter cars for employee business.<\/p>\n

They generally have less than 3,000 miles on them when sold, but they rarely get registered. This means demo cars are legally new but sold as if they\u2019re used cars<\/strong><\/a>, giving buyers some unique advantages when purchasing them.<\/p>\n

But does that actually make these cars worth buying? Especially if you\u2019re looking for a new vehicle, it depends on a few key factors.<\/p>\n

Are Demo Cars Actually Worth Buying?<\/h2>\n

Compared to new cars, the main advantage of a demo car is in pricing. Since they\u2019re considered new vehicles, they\u2019ll be eligible for new vehicle specials and may provide better incentives like interest rate reductions.<\/p>\n

But because demo vehicles have miles on them, their price will be reduced<\/strong><\/a> from the get-go – you can save thousands of dollars on a car that\u2019s only downside is that it\u2019s been driven before.<\/p>\n

Compared to used cars, demo cars are often newer model years. They have less wear and tear and more optional features that may not be available for used models. They\u2019re also likely treated better since they\u2019re used to make a good impression on test drivers and don\u2019t leave the showroom often.<\/p>\n

In theory, a demo car has the best of both worlds! But there are a few other things to consider.<\/p>\n

Special Circumstances and Considerations<\/h3>\n

For people interested in new cars, remember that demo vehicles don\u2019t give the same flexibility of customization. They\u2019ve also been driven by others and may have miles and minor wear and tear that new cars wouldn\u2019t have.<\/p>\n

The miles on a demo car at the time of purchase are also counted in the warranty, which means you get a shorter warranty time.<\/p>\n

For those who mostly buy used cars, know that demo cars are often more expensive than used vehicles and are harder to come by because there are fewer of them in general.<\/p>\n

They\u2019re also usually part of a new model\u2019s limited supply, so new car buyers will want a demo car if the rest of the new cars run out quickly.<\/p>\n

Where to Find a Demo Car<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re interested in purchasing a demo car, contact your local dealership to find out if they\u2019re currently using or selling demo vehicles. If they are, head down to test drive one for yourself and find out how much you can save on a demo compared to new and used cars!<\/p>\n

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