Consumer Reports Car Buying Service Apr 2026

: Once a vehicle is selected, the user’s contact information is shared with up to three local dealers to finalize the deal. Key Benefits for Members

: CR members often receive additional discounts beyond those available on the standard TrueCar site .

: Consumer Reports experts advise refusing to pay additional "pre-delivery inspection," "delivery," or "dealer prep" charges if they appear as extra fees on a second window sticker.

: It itemizes obscure charges like freight delivery and base MSRP that dealers may not normally highlight.

: Members can obtain a Guaranteed Savings Certificate for a specific amount off the manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP).

The is a member-only tool designed to provide transparent, upfront pricing for new and used vehicles through a nationwide network of over 12,000 participating dealers. Powered by TrueCar , the service aims to reduce the stress of negotiation by providing "TruePrice" offers that include most fees and incentives. How the Service Works

: To avoid a flood of follow-up calls from dealers, some experts recommend using a "disposable" email address or a temporary phone number app like Google Voice when signing up.

: Participating dealers provide upfront price offers on actual in-stock inventory.

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: Once a vehicle is selected, the user’s contact information is shared with up to three local dealers to finalize the deal. Key Benefits for Members

: CR members often receive additional discounts beyond those available on the standard TrueCar site .

: Consumer Reports experts advise refusing to pay additional "pre-delivery inspection," "delivery," or "dealer prep" charges if they appear as extra fees on a second window sticker.

: It itemizes obscure charges like freight delivery and base MSRP that dealers may not normally highlight.

: Members can obtain a Guaranteed Savings Certificate for a specific amount off the manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP).

The is a member-only tool designed to provide transparent, upfront pricing for new and used vehicles through a nationwide network of over 12,000 participating dealers. Powered by TrueCar , the service aims to reduce the stress of negotiation by providing "TruePrice" offers that include most fees and incentives. How the Service Works

: To avoid a flood of follow-up calls from dealers, some experts recommend using a "disposable" email address or a temporary phone number app like Google Voice when signing up.

: Participating dealers provide upfront price offers on actual in-stock inventory.