Combine the twin bogies of end-of-the-year clearances and a tanking economy, and you have the makings for some killer deals. Think about it: When was the last time you saw cash sitting on the hood of a Corvette? You know times are tough now, but the manufacturer's loss is your gain, with some serious money floating around on darn good hardware.
Page 2How We Select Vehicles
To make it as a smart deal, vehicles must have better-than-average crash test scores from NHTSA and the IIHS (if tested), and ideally rate at least a combined 20 miles per gallon by the EPA. It also has to be a car that we would personally recommend. Finally, a smart deal car is required to carry a discount, either by dealer incentive, automaker rebate or special finance rate. Regional differences may apply, and though we list expiration dates, rebates can end at any time. Though we list sticker prices on the following pages, be sure to use the invoice price as your starting point.
Page 32008 Buick Enclave
MSRP: $33,220 - $37,455
Deal: Employee Pricing + $1,000 Cash Back = $4,000 - $4,400 Savings
Expires: 9/30/08
NHTSA: Frontal impact – Five stars driver, five stars passenger; Side impact – Five stars front and rear; Rollover – Four stars
MPG (combined): 19; 3.6-liter V-6 engine, six-speed automatic transmission
Notes: MyRide 2008 Utility Vehicle of the Year, unique savings opportunity.
Page 42008 Cadillac CTS
MSRP: $34,780 - $38,980
Deal: Employee Pricing + $2,000 Cash Back = $5,000 - $5,200 Savings
Expires: 9/30/08
NHTSA: Frontal impact – Four stars driver, five stars passenger; Side impact – Five stars front and rear; Rollover – Four stars
MPG (combined): 21; 3.6-liter V-6 engine, six-speed automatic transmission
Notes: MyRide 2008 Car of the Year, unique savings opportunity.
Page 52008 Chevrolet Corvette
MSRP: $46,950 - $54,955
Deal: Employee Pricing + $2,000 Cash Back = $6,000 - $7,700 Savings
Expires: 9/30/08
NHTSA: Not tested
MPG (combined): 19; 6.2-liter V-8 engine, six-speed manual transmission
Notes: A brand new Corvette for $40,000? Where do I sign?
Page 62008 Chrysler Pacifica
MSRP: $24,635 - $36,195
Deal: $2,500 rebate; special financing
Expires: 9/30/08
NHTSA: Frontal impact – Five stars driver, five stars passenger; Side impact – Five stars front and rear; Rollover – Four stars
MPG (combined): 16; 4.0-liter V-6 engine, six-speed automatic transmission
Notes: Going away soon, get them while they last.
Page 72008 Honda Accord
MSRP: $23,160 - $28,160
Deal: Special Financing (1.9% APR, 24 Months)
Expires: 9/30/08
NHTSA: Frontal impact – Five stars driver, five stars passenger; Side impact – Five stars front, three stars rear; Rollover – Five stars
MPG (combined): 25; 2.4-liter inline-4 engine, five-speed manual transmission
Notes: Rare low financing opportunity for Honda Accord.
Page 82008 Hyundai Sonata
MSRP: $18,120 - $25,670
Deal: $3,000 rebate; special financing
Expires: 9/30/08
NHTSA: Frontal impact – Not tested; Side impact – Five stars front and rear; Rollover – Five stars
MPG (combined): 25; 2.4-liter inline-4 engine, five-speed automatic transmission
Notes: Worth a look for Accord/Camry/Altima/Malibu intenders.
Page 92008 Mazda Mazda6
MSRP: $19,140 - $27,150
Deal: $2,750 Cash Back
Expires: 9/30/2008
NHTSA: Frontal impact – Five stars driver, five stars passenger; Side impact – Four stars front, four stars rear; Rollover – Five stars
MPG (combined): 24; 2.3-liter inline-4 engine, five-speed manual transmission
Notes: Outgoing model; get the five-door hatch if you can find it.
Page 102008 Mazda RX-8
MSRP: $26,435 - $31,930
Deal: $3,500 Cash Back
Expires: 9/30/2008
NHTSA: Frontal impact – Four stars driver, five stars passenger; Side impact – Four stars front, four stars rear; Rollover – Five stars
MPG (combined): 19; 2-liter inline-4 engine, six-speed automatic transmission
Notes: Got revs? The Mazda RX-8 sure does, and it's a blast to drive.
Page 112008 Nissan Quest
MSRP: $25,640 - $30,240
Deal: $3,500 rebate
Expires: 9/30/2008
NHTSA: Frontal impact – Five stars driver and passenger; Side impact – Five stars front and rear; Rollover – Four stars
MPG (combined): 19; 3.5-liter V-6 engine, five-speed automatic transmission
Notes: Yes, the Quest looks a little odd, but what a deal!
Page 122008 Nissan Sentra
MSRP: $16,040 - $20,470
Deal: $1,500 Cash Back
Expires: 9/30/2008
NHTSA: Frontal impact – Five stars driver and passenger; Side impact – Five stars front, four stars rear; Rollover – Four stars
MPG (combined): 28; 2.0-liter inline-4 engine, variable speed automatic transmission
Notes: Gas sipping and stylish, if you like the built-from-Legos look.
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