Applying For Credit FAQs

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There's no cost, no risk, no obligation. Our service and expert guidance are free. We earn a commission when your loan is approved and you purchase a vehicle from us.

Our auto loan service is for anyone looking to purchase a new or used vehicle, regardless of credit history. If you have good credit, slow credit, no credit history, or you need a second chance loan, we can get you pre-approved for a Certified pre-owned or brand new vehicle  at a very competitive price and finance rate.


We understand and respect your situation. Life is unpredictable. Sometimes events beyond your control have a negative impact on your credit. Our goal is to repair your credit and get you back on the road.

If your credit situation prevents us from getting you approved, our lending specialists will explain what you need to do to get a future auto loan approval.


Don't give up, even if you've been refused elsewhere. We may have lenders to accommodate you. Talk to us. We'll explain what needs to be done for you to get a approved for an auto loan.


To qualify, you must have job and residence stability of at least 4 months, you must have sufficient revenue to cover your monthly payments: a minimal monthly income of $1800 and have no late payments currently pending with other creditors.


When you send us your online application for an auto loan, we review it and then contact you personally to discuss your situation and financing options. (Please don't be embarrassed to describe your credit circumstances. You will be treated with courtesy and respect, and every word is confidential.)

When your auto loan is pre-approved the lender may require paystubs for proof of employment. Once proof of employment is established all that remains is to finalize the details at the dealership. Some applications may take a little longer, but we typically complete the approval process in 24 hours.


Our lenders determine interest rates, influenced by a number of factors-including the age of the vehicle, severity of credit difficulties, your employment stability, and degree of credit risk. When our auto loan expert contacts you, they will explain these factors, and tell you what your interest rate will be.


Yes, it does. Major lenders report your monthly payments to the credit bureaus. We use these lenders. When other lending institutions check with the Credit Bureau to verify your credit rating they give close consideration to an auto loan. (Note: buying your vehicle from a buy-and-pay-here lot, "in-house" lender or a credit union, that doesn't report to a credit reporting agency, does nothing at to help repair your credit record.)


As you may have discovered already, if you have credit problems, your experience at a typical dealership likely won't be a happy one. Attitudes and courtesy change at many dealerships when they learn your credit isn't perfect . At Elgin Chrysler we treat all of our clients with utmost respect throughout the entire process and take into account your wants and needs when helping you select a vehicle.