Shop for the Best Deal when Financing a Vehicle
Take the time to know and understand all of the terms, conditions and costs to finance a vehicle before you sign the contract. Review and compare the financing terms offered by more than one creditor.
CREDITOR 1 |
CREDITOR 2 |
CREDITOR 3 |
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Negotiated Price of Vehicle |
$ | $ | $ |
| Down Payment | $ | $ | $ |
| Extended Service Contract (Optional)* | $ | $ | $ |
| Credit Insurance (Optional)* | $ | $ | $ |
| Guaranteed Auto Protection (Optional)* | $ | $ | $ |
| Other Optional*Products __________ | $ | $ | $ |
| Amount Financed | $ | $ | $ |
| Finance Rate (APR) | % |
% |
% |
| Finance Charge | $ | $ | $ |
| Length of Contract in Months | $ | $ | $ |
| Number of Payments | $ | $ | $ |
| Monthly Payment Amount | $ | $ | $ |
| * Any items that are "optional" are not required for the purchase. If you do not want these items, tell the dealer and do not sign for them. | |||
SAMPLE COMPARISON |
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| This example will help you compare the difference in the monthly payment amount and the total payment amount for a 3-year and a 5-year credit transaction. Generally, longer terms mean lower monthly payments and higher finance charges. Make sure you have enough income available to make the monthly payment by reviewing your monthly spending plan. You'll also need to factor in the cost of automobile insurance, which may vary depending upon the type of vehicle. | |||
3 YEARS (36 MONTHS) |
5 YEARS (60 MONTHS) |
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Amount Financed |
$20,000 |
$20,000 |
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| Contract Rate (APR) | 8.00% |
8.00% |
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| Finance Charges | $2,562 |
$4,332 |
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| Monthly Payment Amount | $627 |
$406 |
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| Total of Payments | $22,562 |
$24,332 |
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| Down Payment | 10% |
10% |
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NOTE: All dollars have been rounded for this illustration. The numbers in this sample are for example purposes only. actual finance terms may be different and will depend on many factors, including your credit worthiness. |
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