No hassle, no haggle car buying service helps you save money when buying a new or used car or truck
With the Military-Discount.com Auto Buying Service, buying or leasing a car or truck doesn't have to be a hassle. Military members can receive pre-negotiated, best-market auto pricing on new cars, trucks, motorcycles and most other vehicles without having to negotiate directly with the dealer.
The Military-Discount Plus Auto Buying Service, administered by Vehicle Advantage, a leading auto fleet purchasing and leasing provider, can also help you find and buy used cars and trucks. And your personal Vehicle Advisor can assist you throughout the buying process, from selection of a car to the final delivery based upon pre-negotiated auto pricing and the best dealer service.
Car buying service features
- Pre-negotiated fleet pricing on most new vehicles purchased through the program, typically 2 to 3% over dealer invoice*
- Used car pricing at 4% over the cost of the car at auction plus dealer preparation
- Help from the program's auto advisors throughout the car-buying process - excellent for auto and truck price comparisons
* Discounts may not be available for certain models.
Car buying tips 
Eligibility
The Military-Discount Plus Auto Buying Service is available in the Unites States. This car buying service is not available in Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, and Virgin Islands.
Who is eligible?
- All military members
- Retired military members
- Spouse, domestic partner and children of military members
- Widows/widowers of military members
Customer Service
For any questions, call the Military-Discount Plus Auto Buying Service at 1-866-437-2336, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm weekdays ET, to speak with a car buying advisor who can help with a vehicle purchase or lease.
Or complete a car purchase/lease order form on the Vehicle Advantage site using partner code: ARP-090.
We realize that sometimes you may need help with a concern about using a Military-Discount Plus program. The Military-Discount Plus Member Advocacy Program, is here to help you resolve any problems. Contact us at 1-210-588-9784 (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ET, weekdays).
How does the Military-Discount Plus Auto Buying Service work?
- Contact the Military-Discount Plus Auto Buying Service to set up a test drive before going to the dealership.
- Call 1-866-437-2336, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm weekdays ET to speak with a personal Vehicle Advisor or when you are ready to buy or lease, complete a vehicle purchase/lease order form online with your information and the vehicle type. You must enter ARP-090 in the partner code field on the online order form.
- Your personal Vehicle Advisor will locate the requested car or truck at a dealer in your area and negotiate a price for the auto based on fleet pricing for new vehicles and at near local auction cost plus preparation for buy used cars and trucks.
- The Vehicle Advisor will then report to you with the pre-negotiated price and upon your acceptance you may complete the purchase/lease process at the special Military-Discount Plus Auto Buying Service price.
- Your Vehicle Advisor will connect you with the dealer for delivery at a mutually agreeable time.
- The program does not negotiate financing or leasing arrangements; however, you are in a good position because you have set the price of the vehicle first.
You can buy used cars from dealers, rental car companies, leasing companies, used car companies, private individuals and on Internet Web sites. Military families can also use the Military-Discount Plus Auto Buying Service.
If you're interested in doing more research yourself, following are some tips:
Buying Used Cars from Dealers and Buyers Guide Rule
If you're considering buying from a dealer, you can find out if there are any unresolved complaints about a dealer on record by calling your local consumer protection agency, state Attorney General and the Better Business Bureau (BBB).
The Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) Used Car Rule requires dealers to post a Buyers Guide in every used car a dealer offers for sale (including trucks). The Used Car Buyers Guide must tell you:
- Whether the car is being sold "as is" or with a warranty
- What percentage of the repair costs a dealer will pay under the car warranty
- That spoken promises are difficult to enforce (get everything in writing!)
- To keep the Used Car Buyers Guide for reference after the sale
- A list of the used car's major mechanical and electrical systems, including some major problems you should look out for; and
- To ask you to have the used car inspected by an independent mechanic before you buy.
Be sure to get the original Used Car Buyers Guide, or a copy, from the dealer. And make sure it reflects any changes you may negotiate in warranty coverage. The Used Car Buyers Guide becomes part of your sales contract.
Buying Used Cars from Individuals
Private sellers do not need to offer a Buyer's Guide for used cars. Used cars sold by individuals are normally sold "as is", but you can request that the car be inspected by your mechanic.
Used cars may be covered by a manufacturer's warranty or a separately purchased service contract. But these may not be transferable. Review the warranty or service contract before you buy any used cars.
Evaluating Used Cars
Before you buy used cars:
- Use an inspection checklist to examine the used car (get from magazines, books, the Internet)
- Test drive the car under varied road conditions - hills, highways, stop-and-go traffic.
- Ask for the used car's maintenance record. If the owner doesn't have it, contact the dealer or service shop where work was done for copies.
- Have used cars inspected by a mechanic you hire.
