What is a Courtesy Vehicle / Ex-Loaner?

As you drive along Westport streets, you might see a new vehicle that says “Courtesy Car” on the side along with a dealership’s name or logo. You might also see a new model that says “Dealer” on the license plates.

If you bring your current vehicle to our service center, we could pick you up near Norwalk in a courtesy vehicle. What is a courtesy vehicle? How about an ex-loaner car? We’ll answer these questions with our guide because you might be able to get a great deal on a quality vehicle.

What Is a Courtesy Vehicle?

A dealer-owned courtesy vehicle represents a car, truck, or SUV owned by the dealership used strictly for business purposes. People from the dealership use courtesy vehicles to pick up or drop off customers at a local destination while their vehicle is being worked on for a few hours. 

What happens if the car repairs take longer than a few hours? The courtesy vehicle becomes a loaner rather than a courtesy vehicle. Meaning, it’s a temporary rental from a dealership. It’s specifically for customers whose vehicles are in our service center undergoing longer repairs. Drivers from Weston might get a loaner car if their vehicle is undergoing bodywork, transmission repair, or some other issue that requires more extensive work.

What Are Demonstrator Vehicles?

One way to sell a new vehicle on a dealership’s lot is to demonstrate how the car, truck, or SUV drives around Fairfield. This is called a demonstrator vehicle. Salespeople, managers, or owners can drive them as a way to show off the capabilities of new vehicles. Dealerships typically get new demonstrator vehicles every year or two.

These are new vehicles, but they have not been registered with the state, meaning they are technically not used vehicles or even courtesy vehicles. They can be sold as a new vehicle even though it’s not quite completely new. If you want a late model vehicle that’s like new but less expensive than new, consider purchasing a courtesy vehicle, demonstrator vehicle, or ex-loaner car to get a high-quality car or SUV in your garage. 

Why Are Courtesy or Ex-Loaner Cars a Good Purchase?

Many Weston dealerships put courtesy and ex-loaner cars up for sale as certified pre-owned vehicles. One of these vehicles offers several advantages to you as a car owner. See why an ex-loaner car, demonstrator car, or ex-loaner car offers a fantastic deal:

• Well-maintained and in top condition
• Spotless maintenance record
• Just one owner: the dealership
• Low mileage 
• Usually just driven in the city on short trips
• 100% clear title
• Newer model year, just one or two years old
• Eligible for discounts, dealer incentives, and new vehicle specials
• Still under factory warranty
• You know exactly what service or maintenance comes next

Test Drive a Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle for Sale in Fairfield!

Ready for a high-quality, new-to-you vehicle that has everything modern drivers want? Contact us or call (877) 557-5298 to schedule a test drive. Feel free to apply for financing to find out which one could fit into your budget and lifestyle. We think you’ll love one of these vehicles to put in your Fairfield garage.