Haggle hard and hold your nerve to make the most of new car registration discounts - News - What Car?
September heralds one of the busiest months of the year for new car sales, thanks to the arrival of the new ‘65’ plate. In September 2014, 425,861* new cars were registered, a rise of 5. 6%** on the same month in 2013. In total, UK car sales have now risen for 41 consecutive months as the economy rebounds. Target Price team reveals that substantial discounts are still available on new cars – the biggest current discounts available are £14,153 off a BMW Activehybrid 7 SE or £7208 off a Volvo S80 2. 0 D4 SE Lux S/S. You could also save £6501 on a... However, the UK’s biggest car-buying brand, What Car. , is also urging eager buyers to hold their nerves in negotiations with dealership salesmen in order to secure the best prices. com editor, Jim Holder, said: "The temptation for buyers is to rush into the dealership as soon as the new registration arrives but there are some things they should be aware of before committing to a deal. "While dealers will naturally try and capitalise on the arrival of the new reg plate in September, there's no reason to think that large discounts shouldn't be available. we mystery shop dealers of every make and publish the highest prices you should really pay - and our Target Price figures suggest there are some bargains to be had if you haggle well. Always consult What Car. 's Target Price research before you visit a dealer - and remember it is the most you should pay for your new car. Source: www.whatcar.com
