Auto Financing is a general term meaning how you pay for the vehicle. In most cases, cars are financed by taking out an auto loan to buy or lease the car. This involves getting a credit check. Financing your car needs as much research and homework as choosing the car. You can also get financing through the dealer or from the auto manufacturer. It’s possible that dealer/manufacturer financing will cost you more, but it isn’t written in stone.
There will be occasions when a dealer will actually give you the best deal. Unfortunately, those occasions are not predictable (despite endless “must sell,” “lowest rates possible” and “no money down” advertising by dealers) and the only way to be sure is by comparison shopping. Interest rates on new cars are lower than on used vehicles. And, in general, new cars can be financed over longer terms than used ones. This equation can make a new car cheaper than a used one in many cases.
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Determine your needs and wants before you begin learning about getting appropriate financing for the car. If you find that you have been looking for more...