How You Could Get a Great Deal on Your Next Car

If you’re like most people, you don’t buy a vehicle that often. That means new tips and tools have probably emerged since your last car purchase. These tools not only make car buying easier and faster, but also help you secure a great deal.

That’s the case with Navy Federal Credit Union’s Car Buying Service, powered by TrueCar®.^{Footnote 2} Through this partnership, you can find and finance your next car all in one place—even from the comfort of home. 

How the Car Buying Service Can Help

1. Get data about what cars are selling for near you. Search for the car you’re interested in online and see prices for actual cars near you. Plus, you can see a market average for cars like the one you want, based on actual recent transactions by other buyers.^{Footnote 3} Armed with that information, you can easily identify a great deal.
2. Exclusive member pricing and incentives. Once you’ve found the car that’s right for you, get a personalized offer from a TrueCar® Certified Dealer online. You can also receive additional special incentives from select manufacturers. 
3. Trade-ins made easy. Unlike tools that give you an estimate of what you might be able to negotiate at a dealership, the Car Buying Service, powered by TrueCar®, gives you the option of a True Cash Offer^TM. After providing information about your car—like the mileage, color and options—you’ll receive an offer from a TrueCar® Certified Dealer. Not ready to sell quite yet? Your offer is locked in for 3 days.
4. Buy a car from anywhere. You can do most things from your personal computer, and now car buying is one of them, too. Some dealers allow you to handle all aspects of your purchase without ever needing to go into the dealership. You’ll complete your paperwork remotely and have the vehicle delivered to you. 
5. Apply for your loan. Before you hit the road, apply for financing for your new or used vehicle through Navy Federal. We offer auto loans with great rates, 100% financing and exclusive military discounts, often with decisions in seconds. Get preapproved to speed up the process and know how much you can afford.
6. Connect with a TrueCar® Certified Dealer. Want to search online, but test drive and buy in person? You can do that, too. Complete your purchase all online, or start online and finish at the dealership. Once you find your vehicle, you can lock in incentives and discounts and connect with the dealer to visit in person. You can apply for your loan in minutes and take advantage of other member-only discounts—all before heading out the door.

Shop and Compare

Best of all, Navy Federal’s Car Buying Service, powered by TrueCar®, is free for members. You can get discounted pricing and, if eligible, enjoy incentives tailored to Active Duty, veterans and their families. Shop around, and you could get better prices in a hot auto market.