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Apex Auto
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Financing and credit center

Financing that makes sense

Know your budget and your rate before you shop. Our finance team works with national banks and local credit unions to find you a competitive offer, whatever your credit story.

  • No impact to your credit score
  • No Social Security number needed
  • About five minutes

Your options

Loan, lease or your own lender

There is no single right answer. Here is how the main ways to pay for a vehicle compare.

  • Auto loan

    Own the vehicle outright once the loan is paid. Drive as many miles as you like and customize it however you want.

    • Build equity with every payment
    • No mileage limits
    • Terms from 24 to 84 months

    Best for drivers who keep vehicles for years

  • Lease

    Lower monthly payments on new vehicles, with the option to buy at the end or simply hand back the keys and upgrade.

    • Lower monthly payment
    • Always under factory warranty
    • Typically 10,000 to 15,000 miles a year

    Best for drivers who like something new every few years

  • Your own financing

    Already approved by your bank or credit union? Bring it in. We will happily use it, or try to beat the rate.

    • Use any lender you trust
    • We can try to beat your rate
    • Cash buyers welcome

    Best if you already have an approval in hand

Loan versus lease
 LoanLease
Monthly paymentHigherLower
OwnershipYou own it at the endReturn, extend or buy it out
MileageUnlimitedAnnual limit, usually 10k to 15k
CustomizationAnything you likeLimited
Available onNew and pre-ownedNew vehicles
Estimated rates by credit score
Credit tierScore rangeAPR from
Excellent720 and above5.99%
Good660 to 7197.49%
Fair600 to 65910.99%
RebuildingBelow 60015.99%

Rates shown are estimates for well-qualified buyers on used vehicles and vary by lender, term, vehicle age and credit history. Subject to credit approval.

Calculators

Plan your payment

Estimate a monthly payment for any price, or work backwards from the payment that fits your budget.

10% of price
Credit score

660 to 719 credit score. Estimated APR from 7.49%.

Loan term (months)

Estimated monthly payment

$589/mo

for 72 months at 7.49% APR

Vehicle price
$35,000
Est. tax and fees
+$2,588
Down payment
-$3,500
Amount financed
$34,088
Total interest
$8,336
Total of payments
$42,423
Get pre-approved

Estimate only. Your actual rate and payment depend on credit approval, lender terms and final taxes and fees.

How pre-approval works

From application to keys in four steps

  1. Apply online

    Five minutes, no Social Security number and no impact to your credit score.

  2. Get your options

    Our finance team shops your application with national banks and local credit unions.

  3. Pick your vehicle

    Shop knowing your real budget and the rate you qualify for.

  4. Sign and drive

    Review everything with us in person, sign and take your keys home.

Ready to see what you qualify for?

Secure application. No Social Security number. No impact to your credit score.

Start my application

Questions

Financing, answered

Will getting pre-approved hurt my credit score?
No. Our online pre-approval uses the information you provide and does not require your Social Security number, so there is no hard inquiry at this stage. A lender only performs a credit check once you choose to move forward with a specific offer.
Can I get financing with bad credit or no credit?
Yes. We work with lenders who specialize in first-time buyers and credit rebuilding. A larger down payment or a co-signer can help you qualify for a better rate.
How much should I put down?
Ten to twenty percent is a common target. A larger down payment lowers your monthly payment and the total interest you pay, and can help you avoid owing more than the vehicle is worth.
Can I pay my loan off early?
Most auto loans we arrange have no prepayment penalty. We will confirm the terms for your specific lender before you sign.
What documents will I need?
A valid driver license, proof of income such as recent pay stubs, proof of residence such as a utility bill, and proof of insurance before you drive away.