Timing can make a significant difference when buying a used car. While finding the right vehicle at the right price still requires plenty of research, shopping at certain times of the year can improve your chances of landing a bargain. According to a new study from iSeeCars, winter is by far the best season to browse dealership lots, with December offering the greatest number of deals.
The research analyzed more than 42 million used-car sales from 2025 through October 2026 to determine when buyers are most likely to find a vehicle priced significantly below market value. For the study, iSeeCars defined a deal as a vehicle listed at least 10 percent below its estimated fair market value.
