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Old 07-04-2018, 06:28 AM
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Originally Posted by Challenger View Post
IMHO- Car dealers sell cars for the highest profit margin possible on a specific transaction(just like other retailers). Special pricing (veterans and others ) are simply sales gimmicks to create interest and play on the ignorance of the buyer. Do your research , comparison shop and buy from the dealer who gives you the lowest total "out of pocket price". They are not being patriotic , nor are they creating a special price to say thanks to the community. Trade in prices are usually a total sham, to obscure the real price of the new car. Caveat Emptor .

You wouldn't know ir, but some of my best friends over many years have been car dealers!!!!
I agree. However, if the manufacturer offers a $1,000 bona fide rebate for veterans only, the dealer will receive an extra $1,000 from the manufacturer when he sells a car to a veteran. So, if you are a veteran, you should be able to negotiate a lower out-the-door price than a non-veteran.