5 Shopping Tips for the Canadian International AutoShow
Updated: Aug. 07, 2019
For 10 days in mid-February, the Metro Toronto Convention Centre is transformed into a car hunter’s paradise. Here’s how you can make the most of a car-shopping trip to the biggest showroom in Canada.
How to go shopping at the 2017 Canadian International AutoShow
With more than 1,000 cars, trucks, SUVs, concept cars and classics in one location, the Canadian International AutoShow is the largest consumer show in Canada. From Feb. 17 to 26, every major manufacturer will have almost every vehicle in their lineup on display at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, including the very latest models for sale this year and concept cars that give a look ahead to the future. Here are the top five tips for car shopping at the show.
1. Buy your tickets online
Want to save yourself some more time and money for car shopping? Skip the line-ups by buying your tickets to the Canadian International AutoShow online. The best part: you get 10 per cent off for adults, youths and children.
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2. Know where you want to go
There’s nothing wrong with just wandering through the exhibits and displays to see what surprises are around the next corner. But if you’re at the show to see your favourite manufacturers, it helps to have a pre-planned route. Check out the show’s floor plans to see where your favourite brands are located in the MTCC.
3. Compare the vehicles
The beauty of the Canadian International AutoShow is the opportunity to see dozens of makes and models all under one roof. Take advantage of having so many vehicles together in the same place by comparing their features. You can even take some of the cars out for test drives! Most manufacturers will let you book a test drive at your local dealership, but most visitors can get behind the wheel at the show.
4. Don’t worry about sales pressure
You can’t actually buy cars at the Canadian International AutoShow, which helps get rid of the pressure some buyers feel when they’re considering a new vehicle. But the product specialists at manufacturer booths are experts on the vehicles they represent—so ask away! If you’re interested in actually buying one of the cars you see, personnel at the booth can help direct you to your local dealership.
5. Leave some time for exploring
Plan ahead and visit all of the manufacturers on your list, but build in some extra time for spur-of-the-moment exploring to check out cars and exhibits that grab your attention, Also remember that many models on display are making their Canadian debut, so be sure to check them out and see how they compare to other cars on your list.
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