Here's how recent college graduates and military personnel can save on a 2022 or newer Honda purchase or lease!

If you're a recent college graduate or in the military, driving off in the new Honda vehicle you've had your eye on is even easier with the Honda College Graduate Bonus and Honda Military Program Offer. If you're eligible for either of these, you can get $500 towards a new Honda purchase or a new Honda lease when you choose a 2022 or newer ride. Below is the information on eligibility.


For more information on these savings that are our way of saying "Congrats!" to graduates and "Thank You!" to the military, visit our dealership this week. We aim to make the process as easy as possible, that way you can be off in your new Honda in no time.

 

Military Appreciation:

  • We salute the men and women who serve this country! If you meet military terms, then you are eligible.
  • Active Duty members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, National Guard, Coast Guard, and Active Reserve. Spouses receive benefits as well.
  • Active Duty Military Ready Reserve from Inactive National Guard, Individual Ready Reserve, and Selected Reserve. Spouses receive benefits as well.
  • U.S. Military Veterans who are within the year timeframe of separating from Active Service. Spouses receive benefits as well.
  • U.S. Military Retirees from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, National Guard, Coast Guard, and Active Reserve. Spouses receive benefits within one year of spouse's separation from active service.

When you come into the dealership, please provide your Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) to prove your military status. Spouses will also need to provide Military ID and their spouse's LES. We at Honda Stratham will retain a copy of the LES for verification.

Popular vehicles for military shoppers:

  • The Honda Ridgeline truck
  • The Honda Passport midsize crossover
  • The Honda Accord midsize sedan

$500.00

"Honda Military Appreciation Offer

$500.00

In appreciation for your military service, Honda is offering select U.S. Military individuals and their spouses $500 toward any new 2022 or newer model year Honda automobile when you finance or lease with Honda Financial Services® (HFS). See offer details for customer and vehicle eligibility.

Available dates

April 01, 2022 - April 03, 2023

Who is Eligible: 

• Active Duty U.S. Military (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, National Guard, Coast Guard and Active Reserve) and their spouses. 
• Active Duty U.S. Military Ready Reserve (Inactive National Guard, Individual Ready Reserve, Selected Reserve) and their spouses. 
• U.S. Military Veterans who are within one year of separation from active service, and their spouses. 
• U.S. Military Retirees (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, National Guard, Coast Guard and Active Reserve). 
• Spouses of U.S. Military Retirees (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, National Guard, Coast Guard and Active Reserve) who are within one year of separation from active service.

What You'll Need: 

• Provide Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) as proof of military status or active service at the time of purchase or lease. 
• Spouses of a member of the U.S. Military must provide proof of relationship by presenting a Military ID, and provide their spouse's LES. Only a copy of the LES will be retained by the dealership for verification. 
• Receive credit approval through Honda Financial Services. 
• Lease: $500 is applied toward the cap cost of vehicle. Monthly payment and total due at lease signing are calculated after $500.

For well-qualified clients who meet Military Appreciation Offer criteria, subject to approval by HFS. Only one $500 Honda Military Appreciation offer per vehicle. $500 towards Cap Cost Reduction or Down Payment Assistance with the lease or purchase of a new and not previously reported sold Honda vehicle. Offer cannot be combined with Zero Due at Signing Lease Program. Offer applies to Active Duty U.S. Military and Ready Reserve and their spouses; eligible U.S. Military Veterans within two years of their separation from active service and their spouses; eligible U.S. Military Retirees within two years of separation from active service; and Gold Star family members. Offer valid through 04/03/2023 and may be terminated at any time. NOTE: During the term of retail installment finance contract or lease with Honda Financial Services, buyer may not take their vehicle outside of the United States without prior written consent of Honda Financial Services. During the terms of the retail finance contract or lease, buyer must notify Honda Financial Services immediately of any change in buyer's address.


  

College Graduates:

  • Must have graduated in the past two years or within the next six months. You'll need to have earned an associate, bachelor, or master's degree from an accredited US college or nursing school
  • You need to meet Honda Financial Services criteria and have no dings on your credit report
  • You must provide either your diploma or college transcript, as well as proof of employment or a verifiable firm agreement. Start date cannot be more than 120 days after you've signed the Honda Financial Services contract for your new Honda
  • We must see proof that you have enough income to cover the costs of the monthly payment and living expenses. The good news is keeping up with your car payments will grow your credit score!

Popular vehicles for college graduates:

  • The Honda Civic (available in sedan and hatchback body styles)
  • The Honda HR-V subcompact crossover

Honda College Graduate Bonus

$500.00

If you are a recent or soon-to-be college graduate, we know that you are embarking on a new phase of your life, and that phase may include a new vehicle! To reward your hard work, Honda would like to offer you $500 toward any new 2022 or newer model year Honda automobile when you finance or lease with Honda Financial Services® (HFS). See offer details for customer and vehicle eligibility.

Available dates

April 01, 2022 - April 03, 2023

What You'll Need:

• Have graduated within the past two years or will graduate within the next six months with a master's, bachelor's or associate degree from a U.S.-accredited college or registered nursing school. 
• Meet HFS credit criteria and sign an HFS retail finance, Honda Leadership Leasing® or Honda Leadership Purchase Plan® ("balloon") contract. 
• Provide your Honda dealer with a copy of a diploma or college transcripts as proof of graduation eligibility and all other documents required by HFS. 
• Bonus recipient must be listed on the HFS contract as the primary buyer. 
• Lease: $500 is applied toward the cap cost of vehicle. Monthly payment and total due at lease signing are calculated after $500.

The following HFS requirements may apply:

• No adverse credit history. 
• Proof of employment or a firm commitment from an employer (verifiable) with a start date no more than 120 days from the date of the HFS contract. 
• Monthly income sufficient to cover current obligations, living expenses and the vehicle payment.

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For well-qualified clients who meet Honda Graduate Program criteria, subject to approval by HFS. Only one $500 Honda College Graduate Bonus per vehicle. $500 towards Cap Cost Reduction or Down Payment Assistance with the lease or purchase of a new and not previously reported sold Honda vehicle. Offer cannot be combined with Zero Due at Signing Lease Program. Offer applies to eligible college graduates who have graduated within the past two years or will graduate within the next six months with a master's, bachelor's or associate's degree from a U.S.-accredited college or registered nursing school. Offer valid through 04/03/2023 and may be terminated at any time."

 
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