|
|
Apply online for car finance directly through our suggested finance houses
Still looking for new car or used car? Search our cars for sale database using our convenient cars.
Tips to help you save on car finance
The excitement of getting a new car can often lead us to make rash decisions when deciding on the various options for car finance. We’ve put together a list of helpful tips to help you optimize your finance deal.
Choose your car carefully
The biggest decision to influence what you pay each month is the type of car you will be driving! Used cars are often a much more affordable option as the previous owner has taken the hit on depreciation over the first couple of years. The cheaper the car, the less finance required and in turn the less the monthly premiums.
Put down a bigger deposit
With interest rates rising putting a good deposit down on your car will make a big difference to your monthly payment. The larger the intial deposit on your car, the lower the monthly premiums will be.
Pay as much as you can afford on monthly
Car finance can be organized for anything from 12 months to 5 years. The lower the period you choose, the more your monthly payment. Be careful however to compare your total payment over duration of the deal for different payment periods. Paying your car off quickly will dramatically reduce your total spend.
Often car finance deals include a host of other products. Make sure the finance consultant fully explains what you’re getting and what each item costs.
Pay careful attention to the terms of the loan. Make sure there are no penalties for paying your used car loan off early.
Please note that tips provided on car finance by cars.co.za are meant only as a guide to the user
|
|
|
