Rebate or Financing

Big Cash
or Small Financing?

Should you take the big factory rebate or financing at low 0%, 1.9%, etc. APR's?

Sometimes it can get a little confusing as to which option saves you more money in the long run.

This calculator eliminates that confusion and can show you how to save thousands by making the right financial decision.

A quick point...The length of time you plan to own the car should weigh heavily on your decision.

If you only plan to keep the car only a couple of years, then the factory rebate is oftentimes your best bet.

And just the opposite is true if you plan to keep your car for many years, then the special financing may be the better option.

Lastly, shorter finance terms will usually lead to the factory rebate saving more money, but use the calculator to check for yourself.

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