GM FIRST RESPONDERS DISCOUNT
Our Way of Saying, Thank You
It's no secret that the work of first responders is appreciated by the people. In difficult or scary times, first responders are always willing to help those in need. We would like to thank those who run towards harms way, while everyone else is running away from it. It's with deep gratitude that we join the GM First Responders Discount Program as a small token of our appreciation
Eligibility for the GM First Responder Discount
The GM First Responder Discount Program is offered to Firefighters, Police Officers, Sheriffs and Sheriff’s Deputies, Correctional Officers, State Troopers and Federal Law Enforcement Officers, EMTs/Paramedics and 911 Dispatchers. This allows either salaried employees or volunteers to purchase or lease eligible, new GMC vehicles at special discount prices. The discount can also be combined with most current offers for an even better sale prices for participants.
Eligible vehicles for the First Responder Discount
Most new GMC SUVs, crossovers, midsize, light-duty trucks, and heavy-duty pickup trucks are eligible. Ross Downing GMC of Gonzales offers a huge selection of discount-eligible vehicles for our first responders - click the link below to start shopping.
COMPLETE RULES & GUIDELINES
Eligibility
- Firefighters — paid or volunteer
- Police — Including Police Officers, Sheriffs/Sheriff’s Deputies, Correctional Officers, State Troopers, and Federal Law Enforcement Officers (e.g., Customs, Homeland Security, etc.)
- EMTs/Paramedics
- 911 Dispatchers
To be eligible, Firefighters, Police, or EMTs/Paramedics must register through ID.me. For complete information on the registration process, visit ID.me/about
911 Dispatchers must register by visiting gmfirstresponderdiscount.com .
Firefighters, Police, EMTs/Paramedics
Participants must present the following, along with a valid authorization number, to a participating GM Dealer in order to purchase or lease under the program.
- A copy of The Participant’s driver’s license with the driver’s license number redacted.
911 Dispatchers
Participants must present the following, along with a valid authorization number, to a participating GM Dealer in order to purchase or lease under the program.
- A valid, current 911 training and education document or a 911 ID card that contains The Participant’s full name.
- A copy of The Participant’s driver’s license with the driver’s license number redacted.
Program Rules
General Motors will conduct periodic audits to ensure the integrity of The Program. Participants may be asked to furnish documentation supporting their eligibility for The Program. Documents requested may include, but are not limited to, Police, Firefighter, EMT/Paramedic, 911 Dispatcher identification, registration/title information, or any of the documentation reasonably necessary to verify The Participants’ eligibility. General Motors reserves the right to audit dealer records and disqualify any sales that do not meet The Program guidelines. Any money improperly paid to any party based upon the dealer’s or Participants’ representation shall be charged back accordingly.
Limitation on Number of Vehicles
Participants may purchase or lease a cumulative total of two (2) vehicles under The Program during the calendar year.
Eligibility Period
If purchasing or leasing a vehicle under The Program with cash or through a loan, ownership must be retained for at least six (6) months from the date of delivery of the vehicle.
GM reserves the right to modify the retention rules at any time. Retention periods for some vehicles may be different than the retention period referenced in previous versions of the Rules and Guidelines.
Titling Restrictions
An eligible vehicle purchased or leased under The Program must be used for the personal, noncommercial use/transportation of the eligible purchaser. It is prohibited under The Program to purchase/lease and register/title a vehicle and then surrender the vehicle for part or all of the required retention period to any other person. In addition, it is prohibited under The Program to purchase/lease a vehicle for commercial use or to title in a business name.
When it is necessary for financial reasons, vehicles may be co-titled in the name of a non-eligible person. In these cases, all of the following requirements apply:
- The Participant’s name must be the first name listed on the title
- The Participant’s name must be the first name listed on the registration
- The Participant’s name must be the first name listed on the financing documents
If any one of these requirements is not met, unless compliance is not possible under state law, the vehicle may not be co-titled in the name of a non-eligible person.
Inducements
At no time should a Participant accept payment or other consideration from dealers for referrals.
Participants purchasing an eligible vehicle under The Program shall not solicit or accept money or discounts from dealers, other persons or other business entities, except GM-sponsored incentives, in connection with the sale of vehicles under The Program. Participants may accept inducements of nominal value, up to $50, provided that the inducements are offered to the general public and are noncash in nature, such as a free first oil change. This prohibition does not apply to a fuel fill if provided by the dealer at the time of delivery.
Pricing Sheet
Included in required paperwork at the dealership is the GM Vehicle Purchase Customer-Dealer Agreement and Pricing Sheet. This should be reviewed and, once complete, signed by the purchaser. DO NOT SIGN the agreement if it is blank or The Program price from the invoice is not shown. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your purchase or lease, clarify them with your participating dealer BEFORE closing the transaction. The GM Vehicle Purchase Customer-Dealer Agreement and Pricing Sheet must be signed prior to the completion of the deal.
Documentation Fees
Unless prohibited by law, dealers will be permitted to assess a maximum of $75 in documentation fees, except in these specific instances:
- A documentation fee is specified in the applicable state law;
- Your dealership charges all customers the same documentation fee (excluding customers purchasing under the GM Employee, Military, Executive Referral and Dealership Employee programs).
Additional Information
If the dealer you visit is not willing to sell you a vehicle through The Program, you may visit another GM Dealer. Dealer participation is voluntary. Dealers are not required to participate in the GM First Responder Discount Program. To determine a dealer’s willingness to sell vehicles under The Program, you must speak with the dealer directly. The Program does not constitute an agreement between GM and The Participant for the purchase/lease of any vehicle at a specific price. However, by purchasing a vehicle through The Program, The Participant acknowledges The Program’s Rules and Guidelines and agrees to abide by the same program Rules and Guidelines.
Participants are required to report any unauthorized use of authorization numbers immediately. Those who do not report any suspicious or unauthorized use of authorization numbers after they have been submitted on their behalf may be subject to a charge-back of any discount or incentives paid under The Program.
Failure to comply with an audit request may subject The Participant to charge-back consequences as described herein. General Motors has the final decision on all eligibility requirements. The Program may be terminated or modified by GM at any time, in its sole discretion.
Compliance With Applicable Laws
If any law or regulation is adopted or interpreted which, in GM’s opinion, prohibits or penalizes the implementation of The Program, GM may, in its sole discretion, cancel The Program or any order submitted pursuant to The Program without any further obligation and without any liability to either the dealer or The Participant.
GENERAL MOTORS TERMS AND CONDITIONS CANNOT BE MODIFIED BY ANYONE OTHER THAN BY PUBLICATION OF REVISED WRITTEN RULES AND GUIDELINES BY GENERAL MOTORS. GM (Rev 7/12/18)