Discover the potential savings and advantages of buying a dealership demo vehicle! Use our Ford demo vehicle program to get a great deal on a brand new car, truck, or SUV.
Key Takeaways
- Dealerships use demo vehicles to take customers on test-drives or when their vehicle is being serviced. These vehicles often go up for sale when inventory is running low.
- Numbers will vary depending on a particular model, but demo vehicles typically have very low mileage.
- There are a lot of reasons to purchase a demo vehicle, including a discounted price and new-car warranty!
- Besides buying, you can also lease a demo vehicle! Ask your local Ford dealer for details.
What does “demo” mean at a car dealership?
At a car dealership, demo vehicles take potential customers on test-drives or are lent to service department customers while their vehicle is being serviced. After they rack up 1,000 miles or so, they may become eligible to purchase. If inventory is running low, a demo vehicle might become available even sooner! Since these vehicles have never been registered, they can be considered new cars. However, they come at a discount compared to brand new versions of the same vehicle!
How many miles does a demo vehicle usually have?
Our demo vehicles typically have around 1,000 to 3,000 on them! When you buy a demo vehicle, you’re trading in some mileage for a discount on a new car. In the long run, though, a few thousand miles isn’t much.
Why buy a demo vehicle?
There are a lot of reasons to check out your local dealership’s demo vehicles! These vehicles come at a discounted price, along with Ford’s extensive warranty coverage. And you can always ask your dealer to verify that your demo vehicle is in great working condition.
Can you lease a demo vehicle?
Many demo vehicles are eligible to lease! This is a great option for shoppers who want the lowest monthly payment possible. And in a few years, you’ll be ready to lease another new car. To qualify for a leasing agreement, demo vehicles must be below a certain mileage. Ask your dealer for details!
Value and Availability
If you’re shopping for a discount on a new car, you’re going to love the demo market. Sometimes purchasing a demo vehicle can be more than just a great value, however — sometimes it can be an opportunity to purchase a vehicle that’s otherwise in short supply! Popular vehicles, like the Ford Bronco and Maverick, tend to disappear fast. But you may be able to get a great deal on one of these models simply by inquiring about our Ford demo program.
Ford Warranty
Our demo vehicles come with major peace of mind, thanks to Ford’s warranty coverage. However, you should note that Ford warranty begins
the day a demo vehicle is put into service.
Make sure the dealership lets you know when that was! Since demo vehicles don’t come with a lot of miles, you should have plenty of coverage remaining on Ford’s three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper coverage and five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty!
Dealer Expertise
Before you purchase a demo vehicle, you can ask the dealership to perform a full inspection to ensure the vehicle is in good working order. Since Lafayette Ford only employs mechanics who have been specially trained to work on Ford models, there’s no one better to inspect your demo vehicle. A trustworthy dealership will want you to drive home in a vehicle that’s in great working condition! At Lafayette Ford, we certainly do.