As we move into fall, it’s time to take a look ahead to the changing seasons AND to the deals autumn will bring. There are certain items that are great to buy in September, saving you money and helping you to plan ahead.
If you’re wondering “What Should You Buy in September?” that was our topic today when I appeared on WCCO, our local CBS news station in Minneapolis. You can read my recap here and see the video itself at the very bottom of this post!
What Should You Buy in September?
Cars
Labor Day weekend is considered to be one of the best times to buy a car, but the entire month of September brings us price discounts and financing offers. Dealerships need to clear out their current inventory to make room for the new 2019 models. That means you can get an extra good deal on a current model car.
iPhone
For the past six years in a row, Apple has introduced a new model in September and had it available to purchase by the end of the month – with the exception of last years slight delay. That means there will be big discounts on the current iPhone models – usually around the $100 mark. If you really want or need that new model, look into selling your current iPhone through eBay or an online site like Gazelle where you can get a much better deal than trading it in with your phone carrier.
Bicycles
Just like cars, you can score a great deal when retailers need to move out old bicycle models to make room for the new ones and for bikes new models are typically released between September and November. It’s also a good time to look for a used bike as many people ride less once the summer is over and are looking to sell their bikes or their kids’ bikes before storing them over the winter.
You can also find deals on bike accessories, especially at stores that don’t specialize in bikes, like Target, since they don’t tend to carry many of those items in the winter, so they clearance them out in the fall.
Airline Tickets
The best deals on plane tickets are usually about eight weeks prior to the departure date, so for Thanksgiving travel that means the last couple of weeks of September. If you want to travel NOW, it’s considered “shoulder season” when overall traveling is less active so you can find travel deals on hotels, car rentals and travel packages for as much as 50% less than in the peak summer season.
Lawn Mowers and Lawn Tools
After Labor Day you can find the best deals of the year on lawn mowers. Retailers are looking to move these out to make space for snowblowers. You can expect to find at least $50-$150 off the prices of most push mowers and much more off riding mowers. Lawn tools will also be at a discount with the percentage off reaching as high as 50% at some locations by the end of the month.
National Coffee Day – September 29th
Last year we saw coffee deals at both coffee shops and online retailers like Cross Country Cafe, as well as free cups of coffee at Pilot J, KwikTrip, McDonald’s and others. Keep your eyes open for the deals as the end of the month approaches and we’ll also have a full list here at ThriftyJinxy.com.
Sinisa says
Great list. I definitely agree about the car and the iPhone.
Victoria says
Oh, that’s a great list! I’m actually in the market for a new care and wasn’t sure if I should wait or not. So, car shopping I will go!
Claudia Krusch says
I had no idea Labor Day weekend one of the best times to buy a car. I will have to see what kind of deals I can find this September.
Adelina Priddis says
Oo, my husband was looking at getting a new bike! I’ll have to tell him that this is the month to do it! A new car would be nice too.
Kathy says
This is all great to know. I never knew that this would be the perfect time to buy a car. I’ll keep that in mind for the future. I learned a lot from this post!
Amy Desrosiers says
Funny because we just bought a lawnmower! I had no idea I made the right move to buy one during this time either.
robin rue says
I never knew that September was a good time to buy a car. I need to get out there and take advantage of some great prices this month.
Liz Mays says
Ah this is good advice! I am actually going to have to pick up a new phone soon so this is really good timing for me to get an older model.
Tara says
I’ll have to keep this in mind when it comes time to buy a new car. There are so many great deals this month.
Meagan says
I’m actually in the market for a new phone! Good to know September is a good time to buy!
Mama to 6 Blessings says
Clothing also. A lit of store have the summer clothing clearanced also.
Ladonna Maxwell Dennis says
Great tips on what to buy in September! If I could have waited on a lawnmower, I would have waited until this month!
Jeanette says
I really never thought about it, but you are right on cars for sure. We bought our car in September and we got a smoking deal! I am going to check out flights today because we need tickets!
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
A: How awesome is it that you made the news?! You are FAMOUS! That’s exciting.
B: This is excellent info to know. I’m all about saving.
This is so fun all the way around!
Jenna Wood says
I never considered it but September is a great time to find deals on holiday travel. Personally I’ve always gotten the majority of my holiday shopping done in September!