Honda Finance Center Costa Mesa, CA

Can I trade in my car that's not paid off?

In a word: yes. Trading in a financed vehicle is very common. There are a few things to still be aware of though.

If you are underwater with your current loan (you owe more than your car is worth), the negative equity will be added to the new loan.

If you are not underwater, the remaining loan balance will simply be deducted from the value of your trade-in.

In both cases, we will take care of paying off the lien holder and getting the title for your vehicle. This is one less thing you have to worry about when you trade in your car with us, versus selling it privately. In fact, we will even buy your car from you regardless if you buy a vehicle from us!

How much should a car down payment be?

It is recommended to put at least 10% down on the purchase of a new or pre-owned vehicle, but as little as $500 can be sufficient in many cases. There is no harm in putting down as much as possible though, and we would suggest aiming for putting down around 20% to help lower your monthly payments.

You don't necessarily need to have this cash on hand though. If you are trading in a vehicle, the value of your trade-in will help cover most of, if not all, of your down payment.

If you are interested in having the lowest possible down payment, taking advantage of our low or no money down lease specials may be your best option. Check out our current lease offers today or contact us for more information.

Can I finance a used car?

Absolutely! We offer financing on all of our vehicles, both new and pre-owned. In fact, banks typically see lending through a dealership like us as less risky compared to lending to a private party. So when you finance a pre-owned vehicle through us, not only are you are more likely to get approved, you will probably get better loan terms too.

Get pre-approved for pre-owned vehicle financing today with our online finance application, then be sure to check out our complete selection of pre-owned cars, trucks, and SUVs for sale near you!

Can I get a car loan with bad credit?

Yes! Thanks to our worry-free financing, we are able to offer new and pre-owned vehicle financing to almost everyone, regardless of your current credit situation! Chances are we can find a lender and a financing plan that works for you.

In fact, you can even apply for a car loan from the comfort of your own home today with our fast and secure online finance application. If you have any questions, feel free to give us a call to speak with one of our knowledgeable finance team members. We are dedicated to getting you behind the wheel of a new or pre-owned vehicle regardless of your credit score.