You've taken the time to find your perfect car, you've carefully considered your driving needs and preferences, you've done your research, and you've arranged a test-drive. It might feel like you've done all the hard work, but choosing a car is only half the battle; now it's time to think about financing.
The automotive industry is at the heart of Birmingham, Alabama. The city is home to 18,000 skilled automotive workers, which is twice the national average. With a booming manufacturing sector, a skilled workforce, and a growing population, Birmingham is a city on the move. Its residents need quality, reliable transportation, and they're very discerning when it comes to autos. They know quality when they see it. Our mission at Stivers Ford of Birmingham is to provide our community with only the very best at every step of their car-buying journey, especially for financing.
Getting the right financing plan in place that properly aligns with your circumstances is vital for a smooth and successful vehicle purchase. At Stivers Ford of Birmingham, our dedicated finance team is here to guide you through the entire financing process, ensuring you get a loan that fits your budget and financial situation. Some benefits you'll enjoy by choosing to apply through our finance center include:
As well as putting financing in place to purchase a new vehicle, you can also refinance one you already own. You may want to refinance so that you can extend your loan term and lower your monthly payments. This will, however, increase the total interest you pay.
If you secured your vehicle loan when interest rates were higher, refinancing can potentially lower your interest rate, significantly reduce your monthly payments, and save you money over the life of the loan. If you have multiple car loans, refinancing can consolidate them into one loan with a single monthly payment, potentially simplifying your monthly finances.
There are many reasons why so many people choose us as their one-stop shop for vehicle financing, beyond just the competitive rates and flexible terms we offer. For one, we try to simplify the whole process of navigating financing as much as possible. You can get pre-approved for financing online in minutes using our web portal. We also strive to provide a personalized finance solution for every customer we work with. Our experienced finance team is dedicated to working closely with you to understand your specific circumstances and tailor a financing plan that's right for you.
We believe clear communication is key throughout your sales journey. We'll be transparent at every step of the process and make sure you always know the terms of your loan before you sign anything. Securing finance can sometimes be a daunting task, so we want to make it as streamlined and efficient as we can. We work hard to get you approved quickly and get you behind the wheel of your new car as soon as possible.
To make the financing process as quick as possible, there are a few things that you need to prepare ahead of time and bring with you when you meet our finance team. Here are some key pieces of documentation we need to see:
We'll also need your social security number so we can run a credit check.
At Stivers Ford of Birmingham, we appreciate that life happens sometimes. We don't want customers to feel like they're unable to purchase a vehicle because of things that might have affected their financial situation, such as losing their job, divorce, or having bad or even no credit. Life events shouldn't prevent you from being able to secure financing on a vehicle you need at a price you can afford.
Our finance experts regularly work with customers in these exact sorts of circumstances. Regardless of whatever financial difficulties you might be experiencing, we pride ourselves on finding a financing solution you can manage. We leverage our relationships with local financial institutions to secure financing that fits the lifestyle and budget of anyone who visits the lot so they can get behind the wheel of the perfect vehicle for them.
We understand that buying a vehicle is one of the most important and potentially stressful purchasing decisions you can make. We're committed to easing this stress as much as possible every step of the way. With our transparent and hassle-free financing process, you can feel confident and excited about your purchase. Start your finance application online today. If you have any questions about financing or any other aspect of your hunt for a new car, drop by the dealership or contact us. Our dedicated team of experts is on hand to help in any way we can.