Best June Deals

by Gary Hoffman | AOL Autos

Posted: Jun, 08 2009

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Faced with the toughest market in memory, automakers continue to bring out the biggest weapons in their incentive arsenals: substantial cash incentives, low-rate financing, and -- best of all -- combinations of both. But don't expect this shoppers' paradise to last. As part of their bankruptcy proceedings, GM and Chrysler have vowed to match production more closely to consumer demand, eliminating the need for fire sales. Incentives might also be less important to automakers as the economy improves. Most economists -- if they can be believed -- are predicting some sort of economic rebound by year's end.

> In Pictures: 20 Great June Deals

And they aren't the only optimists: Toyota sees automotive demand increasing this year, too. But, as much as they can, automakers are determined to relegate most rebates to the scrap heap of history. If the economy strengthens and the Detroit 3 keep cutting back on production, that might be possible. Or automakers might not need them to the same degree. The bottom line for consumers: If you want to save a bundle on your next purchase, consider buying now. There could be no better time to buy a fuel efficient compact, a practical sedan, a stylish crossover or SUV, or rugged pickup.

> In Pictures: 20 Great June Deals

Editor's Pick: 2009 Toyota Tundra

To some extent, you can thank plummeting vehicle sales and the soft economy for the current incentives on the Toyota Tundra this month. The Japanese automaker has historically done its best to stay out of the big rebate wars among the Detroit 3 automakers. That hasn't always been possible, however, and, this time around, the automaker was given no choice but to reenter the fray. The Tundra is just one example, roaring onto the market with rebates of up to $3,000. (As Toyota deals vary from region to region, see your dealer for the exact offer in your area.). The Tundra is known as capable work pickup with good handling, towing and hauling. You get your choice of three trims (Regular Cab, Double Cab and CrewMax) and three engines, the 236-hp 4.0-liter V6, the 276-hp 4.7-liter V8 (both with a five-speed automatic) and the 5.7-liter V8 (with a six-speed automatic), which tops out at 381 hp and 401 lb-feet of torque.

Please Note: These deals only apply to the month listed above.

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mickalbuq 2:08 PM Jun 28, 2009 Report This!
My husband bought a 2003 H2 in 2002 new and has over 100,000 miles on it, and it's been one of the most reliable vehicles we have ever had. I have a Toyota FJ and it's been reliable mechanically, ******** been in the shop for silly things like the window not working, stereo cd not working... Hummer has never had anything like that happen. I guess it still depends on which day of the week the car is built. lol
titocess 1:21 PM Jun 28, 2009 Report This!
GM and Chrysler...they just forgot the global commerce concepts...they are making bussines only with american people and they forgot the whole world just front of them...of course if they want to sell cars in europe that car supose to be must better car...goverment fail to try to support those company...if you are making a bad car you are expecting that only here people buy it...because of credit finance....GMC and friends learn the lection and make a good car that you can sell everywhere and that's it
peculiar47 12:53 PM Jun 28, 2009 Report This!
We bought a 96 Ford Taurus in 97 with 15k on it. My daughter is now driving this car with nearly 260k on it. This car has been driven across country and both on highway and country roads. The maintenance on it was not always timely but we did do it. We had to replace things like water pump, front end stuff but the motor is still ticking. It's been a great car.
robglenroy 12:29 PM Jun 28, 2009 Report This!
I can see now why american cars are not made durable. car manufactures thinks americans just want innovative good looking cars with a lot of bells and whistles that are great for display in the driveway of the house. it does not have to last long and the bells and whistles does not have to sound as long as it looks good.
robglenroy 12:22 PM Jun 28, 2009 Report This!
I got myself a neon *********** after 15k miles, the engine will just die while driving and start again when it cools down. happened to me 3 times in the freeway yet. lucky I did not get in an accident. traded it with a Honda and the Honda is still running in perfect condition until now without doing anything other than to change the timing belt, the front brake pads and the engine oil. that is 10 years ago and the way it runs, I think I can get another 20 years from it.
ubobby 12:21 PM Jun 28, 2009 Report This!
Bull light, must be working for chrysler PR. People say great things about fiat too! They were so bad they left the US market in the early 80's.Now the marriage doomed to fail!
drrp 12:15 PM Jun 28, 2009 Report This!
I have a 08 toyota p/u, what a disappointment. I am going back to Ford next year.
blulight09 12:11 PM Jun 28, 2009 Report This!
I have an american car with over 446,000 miles on it. It has NEVER been rebuilt, and has only needed minimal maintenance. This car has a terrible reputation - yet I have had more then three of them with over 200,000 miles than ran beautifully. The Dodge Neon. My current near half a million mile car is the 1998 R/T model. It is still pulling over 37 MPG. Opinionated, uneducated people will run to foreign automakers. Yes, sometimes you get a lemon, but for the most part if you take care of your car it will take care of you. American automakers didn't realize that the current system could fail. They were too big to fail. Wrong. They see it now, they'll rebuild it now. They have no other choice. If all they want is money - GM and Chrysler will dissapear into the night. If they want to fix their reputation as american standards of production - we will get what we deserve. Good, Attractive, Innovative cars.
robglenroy 12:09 PM Jun 28, 2009 Report This!
you can get 400k miles from an american car with a lot of trips to the mechanic and and lots of parts replaced in the life of the car.
robglenroy 12:04 PM Jun 28, 2009 Report This!
The sorry state of Dodge/Chrysler now is the legacy of what Iaccoca was paid millions of dollars years ago. they considered it great management decision then.
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