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How to Buy a Vehicle with Your Income Tax Return

Around the new year, you probably find yourself asking “is tax season a good time to buy a car?” Whether you are looking to purchase or lease a new or used car, truck, or SUV, tax season is always a great time for purchasing a new or new-to-you ride. Many dealerships have great tax season offers. On average, American taxpayers can receive up to $3,000 in tax refunds each year. This can mean smart car buyers can utilize this cash money as a substantial deposit towards their next car which generally provides customers with low interest rates and can even minimize regular monthly installments when financing.

Using Your Tax Return for Buying a Car

If you wish to spend your income tax refund on a new car purchase or lease, we have some good news for you. The average refund is usually enough to cover a big part of the down payment. If you’re not wanting to get a brand-new car, truck, or SUV, you can also utilize your income tax refund to pay off a part or the entirety of your existing auto loan.

If you have questions about how to use your tax refund to get a new car, truck, or SUV we have some recommendations and tips from our automotive financing specialists.

 

how to buy a car with your income tax return

 

Using Your Income Tax Return For Down Payment:

Our automotive financing specialists recommend paying a considerable down payment to help you get a car loan for your next automobile purchase. Even if you are opting to lease your next car, having a substantial deposit can help reduce your monthly payments. By using your refund as a down payment, purchasers might receive better vehicle funding options.

Income Tax Returns For Used Vehicle Buying:

While brand-new vehicles certainly have their own set of advantages, a pre-owned vehicle is an affordable choice for budget car shoppers. With a bit of research, it is very easy to find a great deal on a pre-owned vehicle. And savvy car buyers can utilize their income tax return as the down payment towards the purchase of that vehicle.

Using the Cash For a New Car Lease:

Starting a car lease with a bigger down payment might substantially minimize how much the monthly payment will be. It is extremely useful also when customers want to prolong the lease because most car dealerships will generally allow the customer to continue their present lease with a reduced monthly payment on a month-to-month basis.

Paying Off a Current Car or Truck Loan:

Using your tax refund to repay an existing car loan is always an outstanding idea. Customers can make use of that extra money to significantly lower the existing balance on their existing vehicle financing. And they can do this either by making a few extra payments or by paying off the balance completely. Paying off or considerably reducing the remaining balance will reduce the amount of interest that would have been paid with time.

 

Shop New or Used At Hendrick CDJR Hoover

Whether the tax season or chance at opportunity brings you in, Hendrick CDJR Hoover has a wide range of affordable new and used cars, trucks, and SUVs to fit your needs. We’ve proudly served the communities of Birmingham, Hoover, Pelham, Huntsville, and surrounding areas for years and are eager to assist you in your car-buying experience. Give us a call or contact us online today if you have any questions!

 

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*Savings include all dealer discounts, conditional OEM incentives, and non conditional OEM stackable incentives. Offer valid toward the purchase of a new and unused vehicle. Not compatible with standalone offers or lease incentive offers. Residency restrictions apply. Contact dealer for details. Must take delivery by 6/30/2026. *0% APR financing for 36 months equals $27.78 per month per $1,000 financed for well-qualified buyers through Stellantis Financial Services regardless of down payment. Not all buyers will qualify. Not compatible with any other incentive programs or offers. Residency restrictions apply. Contact dealer for details. Must take delivery by 6/30/2026. ***Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between June 2, 2026 and July 31, 2026, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Excludes Hendrick Performance vehicles. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 75 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by July 31, 2026. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details. Financing available to qualified buyers. Some exclusions apply. See dealer for complete details.
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