Is the Costco Auto Buying Program Worth it?

The Costco Auto Program gets reviewed by Greg Macke - Your Car Angel. Costco and Triple A have similar program but they all work the same. As a follow up to the, should you buy a new or used car? video, Greg explains how your membership at Costco allows you to use the Auto Program. It has advantages and disadvantages. Dealers pay Costco a marketing fee to be a qualified dealer in order to give members a Costco price. Costco advertises the service as hassle free, but once you walk through the dealer doors you are treated just like a retail customer. The only difference is you have the Costco discount. You are still subjected to all the dealer add-ons like extended warranties, financing, gap insurance, wheel and tire protection and door guards,. Questions such as: what if the dealer doesn't have the car I want? and: do all cars qualify for the Costco discount? and: Is the Costco program hassle free? and finally: is the Costco Program worth it? are all addressed.

[@hard2getitrightagain314]

I just spent three months training at Honda in Arizona. Didn't watch the whole video. Our sales managers all hated hearing Costco from a customer BUT all the staff used it for themselves and their mothers because it was better than the deal management offered friends and family.

[@rhshel]

interesting Honda's are so popular they sell themselves

[@calbob750]

Any program that eliminates the experience of going to a dealership for the nightmare of buying a car is a good thing. Several years ago I attempted to use the Costco car buying program. At the time I dealt with a person who seemed to be working out of her home office. I still got hustled at the recommended dealership.

[@theedge508]

I used the costco price to start the negotiation save some time

[@PlottingMax]

Man we need more videos from you!

[@gabrielreyes7312]

I used it to get a first price and send it to other dealers and no one could match it, so I went with it. I had a good experience.

[@babarumraisin4863]

Buy at the end of the year, November-December. Using the auto buying program, I saved about $10K off a new F-150. I saved an additional $1K to have it financed but paid it off right away.

[@stevewise1656]

Excellent! This is much needed clarity.

[@elmegapitondelnorte]

a new Car Angel video is like finding a $20 in my pocket- I get happy, but I want more!

[@clownfish7776]

Stop it, he's not some pocket toy you can use and abuse. Be content of its existence.

[@peternorwood6161]

As always excellent advice thanks Greg,!

[@thesvsam]

You're so right. I wanted to buy a used Jeep and decided to go thru the Costco program. I showed up to the dealership and within 5 minutes they tried to veer me to a regular non Costco car. They said "well, can we show you from our regular stock? The price can be even better." I looked at some cars and decided not to buy there.

[@Yazevo]

great advice, dont get down about lack of views!

[@chrisginoc]

I just need to say: you deserve a million subscribers. Hands down the most informative car buying channel I have ever come across. Always to the point, informative and not full of bs or fluff. Thanks!!

[@jonathanwood2862]

Too bad he doesn't do his homework. He gave this a completely negative spin. Worse than Fox News and MSNBC

[@SCSC-qz7rr]

I bought my car through Costco and did not have any problems. It was an easy, simple, clear purchase. I checked on my own with several dealers to see if I would get a better price than what Costco was offering, and Costco offered the lowest. Even one of the dealers told me that was a good deal. I purchased it from one of the dealers Costco sent me. They were ready for me and no hassles. Where I paid a lot of money was in the insurance for life. They have “silver” I think they call it, which is what I bought. Other than that, I highly recommend it. P.S. Costco kept following up with me via email & phone, to see how everything was going during and after the transaction. I’m in CA.

[@1jackvalley580]

Good job as usual, Thank You🌟

[@HLS6935]

Thanks! Good info.

[@allsportsexpert]

Costco has pricing, that is different in each model, relating to the invoice price. So you deal with the invoice price with any options.

[@justinm4253]

I recently went to trade my vehicle for a different one and wanted to test the Costco discount. I went to two different Toyota dealers. One I didn’t mention Costco (a) and the other dealer is where Costco sent me (b). Dealer (a) was the pressure filled sales deal that literally chased me out of the dealer trying to offer their bottom dollar deal. It was decent but still not where I wanted to be. Dealer (a) continued to call two times that same day to offer a better deal. Dealer (b) with the Costco qualified sales person had a completely hassle free environment. He printed out several truck info sheets that I was interested in. Gave me the Costco no haggle deal price and off I went. When we buy my wife’s next vehicle, the Costco deal is definitely the way to go for us.

[@jeffkline9191]

Thank you. Great comment. I am also going to use Costco for our car purchase this summer. I am also using them for solar panels.

[@volcalstone]

Yeah I used Costco recently to save $6K on a $45K vehicle. You just need to know that every dealer has a different price so just shop around and use that as leverage. Executive members also gets an extra bonus coupon too off parts or accessories.

[@ThuraMAung]

@@volcalstone what kind of car?

[@TheWwong]

I wish Costco would bring back the Polish Hotdog!

[@wind7sailor]

too bad they are gone forever, they use there kirkland brand hot dogs to be cost effective

[@EchoSigma6]

And the chocolate hand dipped vanilla ice cream bar rolled into almonds. They’re probably over 800 calories with more than your daily allowance for fat but they were so good!

[@allenyee4782]

William you sure it polish dog and not hot dog?

[@Nobodyrocked]

The original company went out of business.

[@sscbkr48]

And they're always out of Milkbones.. and everything is Kirkland.. and you're treated like a crimina having to show membership going in, membership to purchase then getting frisked on the way out. It's amazing what people put up with.. Damn, my cards expired.. time to renu.

[@Pilot.Lindsay]

I used it. It was a great savings. I would do it again. 👍

[@100thomasmagnum]

Good advice. Well done.

[@buzman1985]

Beyond the one in Oxnard, I can’t think of a single Costco near an auto mall.

[@wifeand3cats]

Greg - a comparison of auto buying services would be really helpful. I know of at least a half a dozen - it would be interesting to see if they're all pretty much the same or some are better than others.

[@garglucky]

He laid the facts so well!!

[@ztotheu2974]

Agreed. I just posted the same. It's amazing how much nonsense you'd have to wade through to get some straight up facts. This guy is good.

[@ztotheu2974]

Thank you sir! Confusing process. This video needs more views. Great content and really helpful. I knew it was a fishy thing. Dealers use this as a lead generation tool. I'm thinking a car broker is a better idea. Costco is going downhill I can't stand to visit anymore as it is.

[@robertgray9802]

I can tell you as a salesman when someone came and that they were buying with a Costco quotel I didn't sit down or do any negotiating because I already knew I was just going to make $100 off the sale so I have to tell you yes it was very well worth it management sales finance everybody get you in and out in 30 minutes or less so the hassle of trying to negotiate with a salesman was gone once again I hated it because I made absolutely nothing off of it but as the buyer you were in and out real fast the only thing you paid extra was if you bought any extras for your car when you saw the finance manager which I would highly highly highly encourage you to never do so because it's all over priced it's just a convenience and remember the Costco price does not include sales tax title and registration which you should find out before you get to dealer so you have an idea tell your dealer you want the Costco price out the door do it at the end of the month you're more than likely to get a yes than at the beginning of the month most of your managers will say no

[@tthinker9897]

Bravo! What a great fact-filled video providing transparency into an otherwise opaque process. Sounds to me like there are better ways to go for the average consumer.

[@urtvplugg5603]

That's the Costco in Oxnard Ca.

[@orangeVSappel]

Simple - compare the price of the actual car you're looking at by going through Costco and through the dealers website. Find out if you're really "getting a discount". I plan to do this next time I'm in the market for a vehicle.

[@brucesteger2699]

Went to a Toyota dealer in Reno and road tested a new 2014 four door 4x4 short bed Tacoma that they settled on $36,450 as the price for this pickup after haggling for 1 1/2 hours. We then went to the Carson City Toyota dealer and road tested another Tacoma identical except the color. We showed them our Costco card and they very quickly put the information into the computer giving the price for this Tacoma at $32,100. We said we like the pickup, but we liked the color and interior color of the pickup in Reno. They said they can get that pickup for the same price which we said great! Since they didn't have the Tacoma there, we were leaving saying we will see you tomorrow morning. The deal then said how about $31,600 if you do the deal now, We said if it is that much tomorrow, we will buy it which we did. almost a $5,000 savings on the same pickup through Costco.

[@brucesteger2699]

Our relatives have bought a Rav 4 using the Costco card and got a great deal taking only 1 1/4 hour walking into the dealership, road test the car and signing the paper word driving from the dealership.

[@hazeltaw2098]

You are absolutely right. I bought a car using Costco card. I saved Nothing and I will Not use Costco car program again. Never again.

[@rhshel]

thank you

[@peteg4328]

Not sure what u r talking about, I have tried both AAA, Costco and even Truecars.com, bought 2 cars through Costco program within the pass 8 years and absolutely love it, not only got about 10% off retail price, also got the dealer throw in accessories free for us, plus 0% interest loan, and we say no to all the extra like gap insurance, security, we had a kid with us plus a pregnant wife, the dealer bend their ass backwards to speed up the process for us to get out of there and make the deal happen, it was around mid March, no major holiday sales, it was the newest car model, wasn't even left over last year model, never get that kind of deal with AAA or truecars. So those had trouble with it either have crappy local costco and dealer relationship or not doing it correctly.

[@addicted2baseballrgd21]

I've bought 6 vehicles in my life and negotiated good prices on all my vehicles. My last purchase was a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu, and I used the Costco Auto Program. Yes, the Costco negotiated price was something I could have done on my own , I may have even done better. Having said that, I didn't have to play the whole cat and mouse game of going back and forth for hours. It was hassle free, and well worth the time I saved. I've had 3 co-workers utilize the program as well, and they all had positive results too. The only negative story I've heard, was when someone tried to buy a motorcycle. The motorcycle dealer, kept trying to talk the customer out of the bike, and have him purchase a different bike. The dealer was trying to tell him the motorcycle was too small for him, and wouldn't show him the Costco negotiated price for that particular model.

[@boliviamericano]

Just got a quote for a 2021 model through a dealer i found through Costco. I wanted certain features and a color. Was quoted around 6k less than other dealers in my area.

[@frankfreitas1183]

I’ve purchased 3 vehicles through Costco. 07 4Runner, 14 Buick Enclave, & 18 GMC Sierra Denali 1500. Pretty easy. I don’t purchase any extras. I tell them up front & I haven’t got any pressure to purchase anything. I’ve paid cash so no issues with financing. I still have all three vehicles, the 4Runner has 142,000 miles. Looks & runs like new.

[@PartyUpLive]

I'm thinking of trying the Costco method for a new 4runner.

[@jgg204]

@@PartyUpLive don't buy new, only buy used. 4Runner new prices are too inflated

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

Medic311 You have it backwards. The 4RUNNER is a car you buy new. I bought a new leftover 2018 for less than a used 2016.

[@jgg204]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q Nope. 4Runner new and gently used prices are too inflated. Same goes for Subarus and Jeep Wranglers. for 4Runners, Subaru, and Jeep Wrangler the sweet spot is ~5 years old. YourCarAngel did a whole video on the varying sweet spots of different vehicles. Different case for Toyota and Honda as they no longer hold the initial value they once did of years past. Example - my brother just bought a 3 yrs old certified used Camry w/ 31,000 miles for $14,200. In other words, you only need to wait 3 yrs for a Camry to save on the 40% depreciation drop. for 4Runners, Subarus, and Jeep Wranglers it takes way longer (about 5 yrs on avg)

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

Medic311 Toyota’s in general hold their values better than ever. The previous body style Camry was a flop (for Toyota). They are good cars but not exactly desirable. 2010 4Rs with 200k are selling for $20k, might as well buy new for $35k.

[@markoogle]

My wife was buying a car at the dealership and negotiated down to 28k. She then mentioned she was a Costco member and asked for that discount. The Costco price was 26k for the car and she saved 2k. I love negotiating and could have gotten it for maybe 25k but for people that don’t know how the Costco program helps a LOT

[@nickv4073]

So? That means anyone could have negotiated a $26K price.

[@FrancoCastro]

I have dealerships, specially american dealerships. I was looking for a escape and after visiting several dealerships all tried to put extra fees, convenience fees, extended warranty ( I never asked for that ) or they were too pushy.

[@t0mmycheese]

Thanks for the video Lex Luger.

[@williamstewart3469]

Gregs back 😁😀😃

[@jamesmorrison7847]

Wow I just realized I'm old enough to remember back to 1985 when your hairdo was still in style. OMG am I old as hell.

[@guybowling5358]

Renegade style

[@skye1212]

Well done informative video. Don't trust dealers. They OFTEN add all these little extras on even after you think a deal was made. And usually is bs stuff like paint sealant etc which cost them almost nothing.

[@golfmaniac007]

paint sealant cost money. quit making it sound like it cost them nothing cause it does cost something.

[@YourCarAngel]

It costs them $25 per car in material and about 1 hour of cheap labor to apply. It costs them almost nothing and they charge $499-$999 for this. I would say that is a scam.

[@DowntownCanon]

Costco saved me the $800 destination charge on my new car that, at best, I would have had to negotiate to waive. The dealer wanted to charge it, but it was there in the Costco quote that there was no destination charge.

[@FIVEOFEVER]

You may think you waved the destination charge but they nailed you someplace else. It costs money to ship a car. They don't deliver it for free LMAO!

[@habyss]

@@FIVEOFEVER Of course, but he didn't get charged an extra $800 on top of it.

[@wholeNwon]

I usually had little difficulty finding better prices than those at Costco for most of the things I've bought over the years. Most recently I was in the market for tires. Showed them the prices for several of the brands that I would consider for my car and the tire salesman there said that he couldn't even match those prices. So I bought from Tire Rack. My installer actually went to one of their warehouses to pick them up thus saving the shipping charges. So that saved me even more. With shipping, they were still cheaper than Costco. Costco must be great for some things. All those shoppers can't be wrong. I used to buy their tennis shoes (really good) but they aren't carried any more. Their apple pies were excellent, but also discontinued, at least for most of the year. Like their cashews, other nuts, etc. but that's about it.

[@paulbass2958]

used costco in st. peters, mo. for a honda. salesman very snottily told me to check TRUE CAR to see what a great deal he was giving me. got two offers from other honda dealers, beating the costco dealer by $150

[@dhmcc9882]

What about Consumer Reports’ Program?

[@Winterstick549]

Im a member of Costco and TripleA. Which is better for buying a new vehicle?

[@kn7gez]

Different story than TFL channel told. AAA brought car to them. Subaru. They never went to dealer

[@winc06]

Not my experience at all. Bought a Subaru Forester through Costco in 2014. $3000 discount off the price of the car and a Costco coupon for $300 accessories for the car. Referred to a dealer about 15 miles away, not the closest one and was pretty much no hassle at all. They did not have the color I wanted in stock and they picked up the one I wanted at a dealer a little over a hundred miles away. The only negotiation was over the value of my trade-in. A threat to postpone the deal till I could go to CarMa

[@karlsimonian1424]

Same here. I've used this program multiple times just to do research on which car I really want to purchase. Everytime I was directed to the fleet manager who sat there and answered all of my questions. Never once pressured me, at any of the dealers I visited. Also, I was offered access to dealers over a wide area, not just the local auto mall. Not saying every part of the country will have the same experience, but my experience doesn't match what the video portrays.

[@echo405]

Experienced sales person will try everything to avoid this costco deal and close with their own deal and car loan of their connections to have maximum commission and credit from the loan.

[@CortJohnson]

Costco does NOT decide to place its stores near dealerships. Thats ridiculous! Land availability, cost, traffic, housing trends, retail outlets, etc all must play a bigger role.

[@ppumpkin3282]

whether it's no hassle or not is up to you. if they don't give you the costco price - walk. don't go for dealer extras

[@DowntownCanon]

Realistically, you have to expect several hundred in fees added to it. New car registration, etc. Don't let them charge you for the window etching. It's a scam.

[@krazyd0nut404]

I used Costco once and it quoted me near msrp for 2016 hrv. Don’t be lazy folks. Search all the dealers with 50 miles radius. Email them all and ask for a quote for your year, model & trim. I saved over 2k over msrp.

[@steviegee2011]

End of month (year, day, lifetime etc) dealer “sales” are intended for marketing only. The best time to buy a car is when you have a 20% down payment & low interest financing already secured, whenever that is. It doesn’t matter when.

[@trlz]

I like that Nissan 300ZX at 2:50

[@DaveButtons]

TRL Z mannnn....I was staring hard

[@Joe-cu4hi]

I have consistently seen that I don’t get a better deal at Hassle Free dealerships. You pay what they tell you you have to pay! And to test my theory I always shop both Hassle free and regular dealerships and have always gotten vehicle $2,000-$3,000 less. I even tried the car buying service at my credit union and yes Costco. The Costco dealership rep got very aggressive and insistent that I come in and eventually hung up on me because I told him not until he gives me an idea of the cost. The credit union car rep could not match the price I negotiated myself

[@jonathanwood2862]

If that happens then you should call Costco and tell them. ?They won't put up with dealerships giving them a bad name.

[@annoyed3]

We've tried too and the dealer insists you come into the dealership. They said it's a Costco rule that they can't give you the price over the phone

[@magellanmax]

Costco does the follow up after sale transaction to ensure the dealer gave you the price they quoted you if you give them permission.

[@TruthHasSpoken]

So what service if any can one use that removes the hassle of buying a car from a dealer? Is there any 3rd party that one can use - avoiding the dealer - and the car appears at your home (understand that some paperwork needs to be signed when dropping off) ?

[@YourCarAngel]

Buying cars for my personal clients is my profession and has been for the past 40 years.

[@loktom4068]

In Canada only FORD vehicles. You have to be a Ford Fan Boy.

[@rubenrodriguez6979]

I meant 2014 I'm driving now ... thanks ANGEL

[@mantis_toboggan_md]

That outfit though 😍😍

[@daveblane6442]

Is the Costco Auto Buying Program Worth it? YES. I have done 2 this way.

[@1linkbelt]

No!, it is NOT worth it!!

[@appleiphone69]

I have done 1 deal. It’s basically the same price as TruCar. I bought a fully loaded vehicle. Saved some money. I also had no trade to muddy the waters. I have excellent credit so I got 0.9% financing for 48 months through mfg.

[@MattJonesYT]

If you're getting maintenance done by a dealer I don't see how that could possibly save any money. Dealerships charge way more than they should for repairs.

[@PartyUpLive]

I ONLY go to the Dealer when I have a coupon. For ex. Lol changes at my dealer cost the same if not a few dollars cheaper than elsewhere in my area with a coupon. I tell people to check the app or emails from their dealers for coupons, otherwise find a really good mechanic.

[@wilshirewarrior2783]

Dont go to a dealer then.

[@wholeNwon]

And they may sabotage your car, too. Happened to me and to friends at the same famous "luxury" brand dealership.

[@wholeNwon]

@@PartyUpLive How do you know what bulk oil the dealer puts in your crankcase? Do they really change the filter? Do you mark it so you know?

[@randomvideosn0where]

@@wholeNwon I know they changed mine. The first time I went to change the oil on my car, the Valvoline filter was either put on by godzilla himself or someone going through a breakup. After snapping my wrench I brought it to the dealership where I'm sure there was some swearing, but it came out with a new filter.

[@rl9920]

Around here (Southern CA) the "Costco discount" means dealers just give you a price a few thousand OVER the sticker price. It's a joke.

[@mikebuff5693]

J. L. Pifco at our dealership, we’re literally $500-$1500 below invoice in the Bay Area. If someone is paying all cash, it literally leaves us $300-1000 profit which I think seems fair on both parties.

[@jonathancummings7433]

I have purchased a vehicle using the Costco Auto program. It is worth it. This guy is a little misleading. Trust me, you don't want to negotiate.. That means you will lose. The best thing to do is find dealers who have the partnership with Costco. When you find the car you want at the dealer you ask them for the "Costco Price Sheet" for that specific vehicle.. It will come with the Costco logo on it. Don't let them give you a price that doesn't have the Costco logo. You take it or leave it. It is that simple. The finance guy did over me insurance and protection plans, but there was not pressure. I said no to all and walked out getting a great deal on a brand new CRV. The CRV I purchased was the newest model and only had been out for 6 months.

[@itr0863]

i got a better deal doing online sales when i got my 2018 4runner. i got a way better deal than the costco auto program.

[@dapperlygrungy3189]

Thank you so much! I knew this program was some sort of scam. .Car dealers are all a pit of unethical car sale negotiations.

[@ike7539]

I use dealers to test drive only. I give fake number when they ask.

[@rubenrodriguez6979]

Would appreciate your thoughts on 2019 Toyota RAV4 when u get to review it ... at moment I'm driving 2914 RAV

[@YourCarAngel]

Hi Ruben Though I do like the used Rav4's, I particularly like the newer 2018/19 Rav4 Hybrid AWD. Its got a rock solid drive train and lots of practicality to go with great gas mileage.

[@rubenrodriguez6979]

@@YourCarAngel thanks for your comments & time on thoughts on RAV 4...

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

@@rubenrodriguez6979 I've done alot of research and it looks like the 2019 Hybrid RAV4 is the one to get. It gets 39 mpg combined. The 1st gen Prius is rated at 41. The RAV4 Hybrid has 219 HP, which is more powerful than a 2007 V6 Highlander.

[@rubenrodriguez6979]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q thank u once again on your comment ,might go and check vehicle one day , Happy at moment with older RAV 4,I can only imagine how nice new ones are... thanks & happy New year,be safe...

[@rhshel]

sounds like a come on to me. The price has to include the money the dealer pays costo for the lead generator! Not the car you want but close to?? the hell with that. I find that when I go to the dealer also. they want non refundable money down just to get you the actual car you want. If I'm buying the car i get to make those decisions not the dealer. I have found the dealers are all the same they want to sell you the crap they have not the car you want!

[@yaimavol]

Remember if you have Exec membership you get another 2% off the price and then you can use a Costco Visa (if you have enough credit line) and get another 2% off the purchase.

[@EViLSiDE520]

Super misleading information lOl. Buying a car through the Costco Program is not the same as shopping at Costco so there is no 2%.

[@yaimavol]

@@EViLSiDE520 What if you pay with your Costco card?

[@EViLSiDE520]

yaimavol The most you will get back is 1%.

[@darkroastlefty2803]

By experience, No!

[@firstname3255]

I like their pizza.

[@pirihern9329]

Im retired buying a car out the door cash so costco is a no go . Better to use the web for best price out the door using a sales broker with all the dealers in my area. Looking for a 2019 toyota rav hybrid

[@Liledgy100]

I’m looking for the same vehicle now, mid range trim. Did you buy?

[@matthewjl4127]

With all of the basic information you can find on the internet, dealerships have really lost leverage when it comes to going back & forth. Costco's intentions are in the right place but it all depends on what kind of salesperson you get.

[@WhittyPics]

even if they give you a discount on the car you are buying they will try to screw you on your trade in or financing

[@EpicEternal2]

Never trade in! Use OfferUp to sell it yourself. I sold my car in exactly ONE day for triple the price of dealer offer. It was less than 3k total though but the dealer offer was less than 1k.

[@glucatero4513]

Always get your own financing.

[@rhshel]

isn't this the truth! I always buy a new car with cash. Never trade in because they screw you on that too. Dealers are all the same usually playing grab ass watching a football game, and know nothing about what they are suppose to be selling!

[@FIVEOFEVER]

If they don't have the exact car they can always do a dealer trade

[@allanriley4070]

Is there a way to buy a new car without a dealer? I don't want to deal with car dealers period.

[@alansmilealot]

Me too, I rather go to the factory and buy it myself and avoid the dirty dealerships. Can someone provide me the dealership purpose? Let's say if I could buy from the factory myself, why would I need them.

[@ThuraMAung]

buy tesla

[@wholeNwon]

Carvana?

[@mjarchambeau]

In CT, the participating Costco dealers had agreed to a certain discount below invoice. Typically $1500 below invoice. But then they turn around and mark up the documentation fees by $300 to offset this agreed upon discount. Then they etch the glass with the VIN number and charge $300, something that you can do yourself for $30. And so on. Bottom line is you stead need to negotiate vigorously or you do not save money with the Costco program. I found I could walk into a non participating Costco dealer and use the Costco leverage to negotiate a better price. I like Toyota vehicles, but the Toyota dealers where I live are very shady characters. I think it results from the product being so good, that the dealers can behave badly and get away with it.

[@Mr.LA562]

What about Sam's club version

[@ike7539]

Sounds ghettolicious

[@williamace3345]

I went through the processI went through the process,, I was happy with itI was happy with it,, went to the dealership , we can save your $125 "with are deal" and they added a and they added year on the contract, so I didn't get the discount, in the dealership got me on all the interest rates in the dealership got me on all the interest rates,,,,, but I could've just walked out at anytime but I could've just walked out at anytime,

[@mrallan8063]

The Costco price is definitely not the lowest price. Get several quotes before using the program, and you can get a better price.

[@jcdowns7069]

There is a Costco Pricing sheet for the car you want, that's not the same as the MSRP. I dont believe you have ever used this....

[@Boodieman72]

Buying a band new car is never worth it.

[@tbirdboy]

You're right. Car depreciation sinks like a rock in the ocean. Trucks on the other hand sink far more slowly depending on the model choice. But if you have cash or a check from the bank, buy used. I'll never buy new again.

[@joemarchand8313]

How do you REALLY know what you're getting with a used car, regardless of whether or not you've had it checked out? Lots of possible hidden time bombs....not worth the risk, in many cases.

[@gregsimmons2365]

This video is factually inaccurate. Hassle free pricing, absolutely. Discount is for dealer inventory including pre owned purchases. Costcos auto purchase program is strong.

[@PPMOCRG]

Carvana is truly hassle free car buying.

[@loktom4068]

Car dealers reserved the rights to work you over. That's what he's talking.

[@jonathanwood2862]

If the dealers put you through the ringer then you should notify Costco. That's exactly what Costco is trying to help their members avoid.

[@francisebbecke2727]

Don't assume any of these car buying program are for real. Car dealers will promise anything to get you in the door. Shop around...a lot before you buy.

[@RandalColling]

I've purchased 3 new cars through Costco. Each Time I got an additional $500 discount over top everything else.

[@underratedcritic1983]

You and your camera look like you're from 1997.

[@miguenick6892]

Underrated Critic hahahahaha hahaha during the first 30 seconds I had to check the date of when this video was posted to see if it was current but I also thought this video was from the 90’s Hahahaha

[@ariesprincess1578]

I know! Had to check the date. 😂

[@beeslandscaping]

Whoever is watching this video do not even show your Costco card because it’s all BS price and they give you you think you’re getting a good deal and you’re not you can get a way better deal on your own

[@MrJamberee]

Punctuation is your friend.

[@jackr6896]

I call "bullshit" on this video. Costco (Affinity) sells more cars than any other company in the U.S. They must be doing something right.

[@scottie1633]

Absolutely incorrect. Costco makes the dealer send the customer an exact qoute base off the invoice of the a particular vehicle with that vehicles vin number. It also has to include only rebates that all customer customers qualify for. Then after your purchase cost makes the dealer send them a copy of the purchase order and invoice to make sure it matches the exact amount that Costco has negotiated with the dealer. All in all it's a good program used by volume dealers only because the price is usually under dealer cost. You could get the same deal if you researched and then spent hours going back in forth with a dealer but it saves you and the dealership time. So your not on your own and the price is exact not estimated.

[@habyss]

That's if you select an in stock vehicle.

[@scottie1633]

Very true. But since your quote is vin number specific it's more than likely on an in stock until. Costco will not let you send the quote without it. It would seem like a lot for a dealer to search for a vin number to car not on the lot but anything is possible. 🤷‍♂️

[@FIVEOFEVER]

If you do your own homework and know terms like holdback, etc. you won't need anybody to act as a go between..

[@billmoyer3254]

does not include holdback,floorplan,ad money, volume money ,dealer money,egregious admin fees....it's a bullshit program

[@aithutuong7260]

Costco stocks crashing down

[@LazyCrazyGuy]

Not worth it, I make better deals. Takes longer but I save thousands compared to true car and Costco. Just do research on how to negotiate, it's so much better.

[@justinwells6795]

Costco should actually sell cars. Really all they are doing here is referring you to a local dealer and getting a kickback

[@wholeNwon]

What did you expect?

[@peaceonearth5229]

Don't use the program. I used once, the dealer cheat and refuse to show the price.

[@gabrielreyes7312]

Isn't that the dealer's fault and not the program's?

[@solohoh]

Didn't work for me, I bought a Ford Ranger --the transmission went out 5 times (2nd gear synchromesh.) I paid for the last 3 repairs. Costco did nothing to help.

[@mikep249]

Not quite true. I love COSTCO, but the car buying is NOT a good deal. If you live in a major metropolitan area and know what car you want. Google dealers and make a list. Call each dealer and ask for their best price for the car, options and colors you want. Tell them they are in a bidding situation. You will find a BETTER price than COSTCO's price! I've done it twice. You don't care where the car comes from, it's new. I was so disappointed in COSTCO. The only time they've failed me.

[@beeslandscaping]

Nope 👎 I got a better deal on my own

[@pirihern9329]

Costco a no go for me its all a spin

[@mjvillao52]

Lol if You have problems with the car where do You take it! To Costco or the dealership! Costco is making a little profit on top of what the dealership makes