Introduction
If you’re a Costco shopper, you know that the warehouse club offers a variety of perks to its members. But did you know that there’s one perk that’s only available in a few states? It’s called the “Eat This Not That” program, and it’s a great way to save money on groceries. Here’s what you need to know about this unique Costco perk and how you can take advantage of it.
This Unique Costco Perk Is Only Available in a Few States
Costco is known for its unbeatable prices and wide selection of products, but did you know that the warehouse giant also offers a unique perk that’s only available in a few states?
Costco’s “Free Sample Program” is a great way to try out new products without having to commit to buying them. The program is available in select states, including California, Florida, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, and Texas. Customers can sample a variety of products, from food and drinks to health and beauty items.
The samples are usually offered in small portions, so you can try out a product without having to buy a full-sized version. This is a great way to save money and find out if you like a product before committing to buying it.
The samples are usually offered at the front of the store, near the entrance. You can also find them in the aisles, near the products they are sampling. The samples are usually offered on a rotating basis, so you may not find the same samples every time you visit.
The Free Sample Program is a great way to save money and try out new products. If you live in one of the states where the program is available, be sure to take advantage of it!
A trip to Costco can check a lot of items off the to-do list. Not only can shoppers stock up on discounted bulk groceries, they can also refuel at the gas pump, find travel deals, print out photos, schedule an eye exam, pick up a prescription, purchase insurance, and so much more.
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Now, people are additionally discovering another lesser-known perk the wholesale retailer has to offer. One user on Reddit was shocked to find out about the service and exclaimed in a post on June 20, “Costco has carwashes?!”, along with a picture for proof.
Yes, Costco does in fact have a car wash service. But, there are currently just 12 in existence across a handful of states–these include six in California, two in both Arizona and Tennessee, and one in both Boise, Idaho and Seattle, Washington. With such a limited presence nationwide, the service has been a well-kept Costco secret.
Costco car washes are open every day of the week at these select locations and offer just one package option at a price tag of $7.99. This includes an exterior wash and wax, tire shine and wheel cleaner, undercarriage wash and rust inhibitor, and a spot-free rinse. Plus, the car wash uses Envirosoft foam brushes–the whipping vortex of cloth strips that help to remove any stuck-on grime–and ceramic protective coating is another newly added feature.
No interior cleaning or detailing services are available, however, and other users on the Reddit thread voiced complaints about the lack of self-service vacuums accompanying the car washes.
Even so, the car wash has convenience on its side, located adjacent to the Costco warehouses. The price seems to be on par with the warehouse chain, with one Reddit user commenting that the wash was a ‘pretty good deal’.
“It’s equivalent to the premium auto wash ($10-$15) at a basic car wash price ($7.99),” shared the user.
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Megan Hageman