📅 Last Updated: October 31, 2024
✏️ Written By Bryan Daly
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Car Loans Manitoba - Compare Providers

ProviderLoan AmountRateTerm (Months)Rating
00 Up to $50,000Prime – 46.96%3 - 120
Up to $50,000
231700524800 Parachute$5,000 - $25,000 24.99% - 29.99% 30 or 60
$5,000 - $25,000
31692748800 BreeUp to $350 0% Up to 65 days
Up to $350
81688083200 City Lending Centers (CLC)$150 - $1,600 10 - 35% 3 - 6
$150 - $1,600
61683676800 Windmill Microlending$15,000 6.7% Up to 60 months
$15,000
71666051200 Nyble$250 0% -
$250
1001643932800 FlexMoney$500 - $15,000 +18.9% APR 6 - 60
$500 - $15,000
131639094400 Loanz$1,000 - $15,000 29.9% - 46.9% APR   12 - 60
$1,000 - $15,000
301637280000 Symple Loans$5,000 - $50,000 5.75% - 22.99% Up to 84
$5,000 - $50,000
1001623369600 AfterpayVaries 0% 6 or 8 weeks
Varies
21620777600 Spring FinancialUp to $35,000 9.99% - 46.96% 9 - 78
Up to $35,000
171607558400 Helium Loans$500 - $50,000 6.99% - 46.99% 12 - 36
$500 - $50,000
1001598918400 LM Financial$1,000 - $15,000 - -
$1,000 - $15,000
1001598832000 LM Credit$500 – $15,000 + 25.99% 9 - 60
$500 – $15,000
1001595980800 FlexiLoans$200 - $1,200 25% - 32% -
$200 - $1,200
1001593561600 PayBright- 0+ 2 - 60
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1001582243200 LendCare- - Up to 60
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1001580947200 ECN Capital- - -
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1001580860800 SimplyBorrowed$500 - $5,000 - 12 - 24
$500 - $5,000
1001580860800 Pebble Cash$350 - $1,000 - 2 - 12 weeks
$350 - $1,000
161580774400 goPeer$1,000 - $25,000 7.5% - 31.5% APR 36 - 60
$1,000 - $25,000
1001579478400 North’n Loans$100 - $1,500 - -
$100 - $1,500
1001579478400 MDGUp to $5,000 29.78% - 44.8% 36 months
Up to $5,000
1001579219200 Loan or Credit$100 - $25,000 +4.9% -
$100 - $25,000
1001576713600 Flexiti Financial- Up to 35% -
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181576713600 Financeit$500 - $100,000 6.99% - 14.99% 12 - 240
$500 - $100,000
1001575590400 Climb1800- 2900 15.99% 23 - 36
1800- 2900
1001562198400 Pylo Finance$500 - $15,000 15.99 - 39.99% 6 - 60
$500 - $15,000
1001560124800 Fresh Start FinanceUp to $15,000 29.99% - 46.96% 9 - 60
Up to $15,000
191552262400 Money Mart$1,000 - $15,000 29.9% or 46.90% 6 - 60
$1,000 - $15,000
1001569974400 Private Loan Shop$500 - $50,000 15 - 30% -
$500 - $50,000
1001551830400 Progressa$1,000 - $15,000 19% - 46.95% 6 - 60
$1,000 - $15,000
1001551398400 My Canada PaydayUp to $1,500 15% - 19% 14 days
Up to $1,500
1001551398400 Money Provider$500 - $1,000 28% - 32% -
$500 - $1,000
1001551398400 Loan Express- - 14 days
-
1001551139200 Lendful$5,000 - $35,000 9.9%+ 6 - 60
$5,000 - $35,000
1001550534400 Health Smart Financial Services$300 - $25,000 7.95%+ 36 - 60
$300 - $25,000
1001569974400 iCashUp to $1,500 15% - 17% up to 62 days
Up to $1,500
1001550534400 Focus Financial Inc.Up to $1,500 Up to 59% APR 14 days
Up to $1,500
191550534400 FlexFi$2,500 + - -
$2,500 +
1001550534400 DMO Credit$300 - $1,000 38% APR 3 - 4
$300 - $1,000
1001549238400 Credit 700$500 - $1,000 28% - 32% 4 - 5
$500 - $1,000
1001549238400 Credit2Go$250 - $1,000 29% APR 3 - 4
$250 - $1,000
201548720000 Ledn$500 - $1,000,000 7.9% 12
$500 - $1,000,000
1001548720000 Amber Financial$1,000 - $50,000 4.6% – 49.96% 3 - 60
$1,000 - $50,000
1001548633600 Affirm Financial$300 - $7,500 29.9% - 39.9% 6 - 60
$300 - $7,500
1001548633600 310 Loan$50 - $1,500 - 14 days
$50 - $1,500
1001545955200 Newstart CanadaUp to $20,000 19% - 49% 36 - 48
Up to $20,000
51545264000 SkyCap Financial$500 - $10,000 12.99% – 39.99% 9 – 36
$500 - $10,000
21543622400 Fairstone FinancialUp to $60,000 19.99% - 39.99% 6 - 120
Up to $60,000
101545264000 Consumer Capital Canada$500 - $12,500 19.99%+ 12 - 60
$500 - $12,500
1001545350400 LaminaUp to $1000 30% 3 - 5
Up to $1000
1001545350400 Loans SOSUp to $5,000 60% 6 - 60
Up to $5,000
1001545350400 UrLoan$500 - $2,500 29% - 46.95% 6 - 36
$500 - $2,500
51545350400 LoanMeNow$500 - $1000+ 28%-32% 3
$500 - $1000+
1001545350400 Captain Cash$500 – $750 28% – 34.4% 3
$500 – $750
1001545350400 Urgent Loans$300 - $1500 27% - 35% 3 - 4
$300 - $1500
41545264000 easyfinancial$500 - $100,000 Starting at 29.99% 9 - 84
$500 - $100,000
41568937600 Cash Money$1,500 – $10,000 Varies by province Varies
$1,500 – $10,000
101545177600 Borrowell$1,000 - $35,000 5.99% - 29.19% 36 - 60
$1,000 - $35,000
ProviderLoan AmountRateTerm (Months)Rating
00 Up to $50,000Prime – 46.96%3 - 120
Up to $50,000
31725321600 iCommissionup to $40,000 - -
up to $40,000
81714089600 Primed Loans$10,000 + 4%-45% 90 days+
$10,000 +
71714089600 OnTap Capital $10,000 to $2,000,000 10%+ Up to 36
$10,000 to $2,000,000
21669852800 Driven$5,000 - $300,000 - 3 - 24 months
$5,000 - $300,000
1001648512000 2M7 Financial Solutions$10,000 - $250,000 Varies 6-12
$10,000 - $250,000
1001620345600 TD Bank- - 12 - 60
-
1001611878400 Accord Financial$5,000 - $30,000,000 - Up to 18
$5,000 - $30,000,000
171607558400 Helium Loans$500 - $50,000 6.99% - 46.99% 6 - 36
$500 - $50,000
1001598918400 Loop- - -
-
1001585612800 BarterPay- 0.9% - 12% 6 months - 5 years
-
1001581984000 Clearbanc$10,000 - $10,000,000 6% - 12.5% -
$10,000 - $10,000,000
1001581033600 GE Capital- - -
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1001581033600 We Can Financial- - -
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1001581033600 Wajax Equipment- - -
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1001580947200 Key Equipment Financing- - -
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1001580947200 Corl$10,000 - $1,000,000 - -
$10,000 - $1,000,000
1001580860800 Yellowhead Equipment Finance Ltd- - -
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1001580860800 Specialty Truck Financing- - -
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1001580860800 Travelers Financial- - -
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1001580860800 Peel Financial- - -
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1001580860800 Pioneer Financial Services$5,000 - $1,000,000 - -
$5,000 - $1,000,000
1001580860800 Polaris Leasing- - -
-
1001580860800 Patron West- - -
-
1001580860800 Payabilityup to $250,000 - -
up to $250,000
1001580860800 Planet Financial- - -
-
1001580688000 RiseUp to $10,000 - -
Up to $10,000
1001580256000 Merchant Growth$5,000 - $500,000 - 6 - 18 months
$5,000 - $500,000
1001579478400 Onesta- - -
-
1001579478400 Lionhart Capital$10,000- $30,000,000 Min 4.95% -
$10,000- $30,000,000
1001579478400 Lift Capital- - 12 - 120
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1001579478400 Leaseline- - 24 to 60
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1001579478400 Lease Direct- - -
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1001579478400 John Deere- - -
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1001579046400 Hitachi Capital Canada- - -
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1001577059200 Export Development Canada- - -
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1001577059200 Essex Lease Financial Corporation- - -
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1001577059200 Equilease- - -
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1001575849600 Alliance Financing Group LTD$5,000 - $150,000 15% + 6 - 24
$5,000 - $150,000
1001575849600 CanaCapUp to $250,000 - -
Up to $250,000
1001575590400 CLE Capital- - -
-
1001575590400 Canada Equipment Loan- - -
-
11545955200 SharpShooter Funding$5,000 - $150,000 Fee-Based: Starting at 9% 12 - 60
$5,000 - $150,000
1001552953600 Fusion Credit Union- - -
-
1001552262400 First West Credit Union$500,000 - $10,000,000 - -
$500,000 - $10,000,000
1001552262400 Laurentian Bank of CanadaUp to $250,000 - Up to 10 years
Up to $250,000
1001552262400 HSBC Bank Canada- - -
-
1001552262400 National BankUp to $1,000,000 - -
Up to $1,000,000
1001551830400 Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC)$10,000+ - Up to 15 years
$10,000+
1001551830400 ScotiabankUp to $1,000,000 -   Up to 15 years
Up to $1,000,000
1001551830400 Bank of Montreal (BMO)Up to $500,000 - Up to 10 years
Up to $500,000
1001551830400 Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)$5,000 - $10,000 - Up to 7 years
$5,000 - $10,000
1001551398400 CWB National Leasing$3,500+ - -
$3,500+
1001551398400 Money in Motion$10,000 - $1,000,000 4% - 14% 12 - 84
$10,000 - $1,000,000
1001551139200 Lease LinkUp to $75,000 - Up to 18
Up to $75,000
1001550534400 FundThrough$500-$50,000 0.5% weekly 12 week cycles
$500-$50,000
1001550534400 Econolease Financial Services Inc.$1,000 - $1,000,000 6% - 20% -
$1,000 - $1,000,000
1001550534400 Easylease CorpUp to $5,000,000 4.5% 24 - 72
Up to $5,000,000
1001550534400 Capify$5,000 - $200,000 - -
$5,000 - $200,000
1001549411200 Canadian Equipment Finance$50,000 - $12,000,000 - 24 - 96
$50,000 - $12,000,000
1001549411200 Capital Key$5,000 - $1,000,000+ - 1 - 60
$5,000 - $1,000,000+
1001549238400 Cashbloom$5,000 - $1,000,000 - 3 - 24
$5,000 - $1,000,000
1001548720000 BFS Capital$5,000 - $5,000,000 - 4 - 18
$5,000 - $5,000,000
1001548720000 BDCUp to $100,000 6.05% + 60
Up to $100,000
1001548720000 Baron Finance$10,000+ 18% - 22% -
$10,000+
1001548720000 B2B Bank$10,000 - $300,000 4.70% - 5.45% -
$10,000 - $300,000
101545177600 Borrowell$1,000 - $35,000 5.6% – 25.5% 36 – 60
$1,000 - $35,000
1001545264000 iCapital$5,000 - $250,000 - 3-18
$5,000 - $250,000
1001545264000 Lendified$5,000 - $150,000 - 3 - 24
$5,000 - $150,000
61545350400 IOU Financial$5,000 – $100,000 15% + 12 – 18
$5,000 – $100,000
1001545264000 Company Capital$5,000 – $100,000 Starting at 6.87% 3 – 18
$5,000 – $100,000
51545177600 Journey Capital$5,000-$300,000 15% - 25% 4 - 24
$5,000-$300,000
41545177600 Lending Loop$5,000 – $500,000 Starting at 5.9% 3 – 60
$5,000 – $500,000
51545264000 SkyCap Financial$500 - $10,000 12.99% – 39.99% 9 – 36
$500 - $10,000
1001561507200 Thinking CapitalUp to $300,000 - -
Up to $300,000
ProviderLoan AmountRateTerm (Months)Rating
00 Up to $50,000Prime – 46.96%3 - 120
Up to $50,000
31632960000 SafeLendUp to $50,000 15.99% + 12 -72
Up to $50,000
81624233600 Auto Credit DealsUp to $50,000 29.99% – 46.96% 12 - 96
Up to $50,000
171607558400 Helium Loans$500 - $50,000 - 24 - 60
$500 - $50,000
1001594339200 Alphera Financial Services- - -
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61582761600 Eden Park- 11.9% - 22.9% Up to 84
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1001581033600 WeFinanceCars- + 4.9% -
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1001581033600 Walker Financial Services- - -
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1001580688000 Rifco- - -
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1001579478400 National Powersports Financing- - -
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1001579478400 LMG Finance- - -
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1001578873600 iA Auto Finance- +8.99% -
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1001578873600 Gamache Group- - -
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1001551830400 Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)$5,000 - $10,000 - up to 84
$5,000 - $10,000
1001552262400 Laurentian Bank of CanadaUp to $250,000 - 12 - 60
Up to $250,000
1001552262400 National BankUp to $1,000,000 - up to 96
Up to $1,000,000
1001551830400 DesjardinsUp to $100,000 - 6 - 96
Up to $100,000
1001551830400 Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC)$10,000+ - 12 - 96
$10,000+
1001551830400 ScotiabankUp to $1,000,000 - up to 96
Up to $1,000,000
1001577059200 Daimler Truck Financial- - up to 72
-
1001577059200 DealerPlan Financial- - -
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1001575849600 Coast Capital Savings- Starting at 4% Up to 84
-
1001575849600 Canada Auto Finance$5000 - $45,000 4.90 % - 29.95% APR 36 - 72
$5000 - $45,000
1001575849600 Credit River Capital Inc- - -
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1001575590400 Capital Trust Financial- - -
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1001575590400 Canadian Truck Loan- - -
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1001575590400 Cars on Credit Financial- 14.5% to 29.9% -
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1001575504000 Canada Car Loans- - -
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1001574985600 Calmont Leasing- - -
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61569974400 Car Loans Canada$7500 - $59,995 3.95% + 12 - 96
$7500 - $59,995
1001562112000 Car Creditex- Up to 49.9% -
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91561507200 Birchwood Credit SolutionsUp to $50,000 - -
Up to $50,000
1001561507200 Auto Capital Canada- - -
-
1001561507200 Carfinco- - Up to 84
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11560124800 Canada DrivesUp to $100,000 3.99% - 19.9% 24 -96
Up to $100,000
1001551830400 Prefera FinanceUp to $30,000 - -
Up to $30,000
1001548720000 Approve Canada- - -
-
1001548633600 2nd Chance Automotive- 4.2%+ -
-
1001545955200 Newstart CanadaUp to $20,000 19% - 49% 36 - 48
Up to $20,000
51545264000 SkyCap Financial$500 - $10,000 12.99% – 39.99% 9 – 36
$500 - $10,000
1001545177600 Splash Auto Finance by RifcoUp to $50,000 - -
Up to $50,000
1001545177600 Carloans411$5,000 – $40,000 - 12 – 72
$5,000 – $40,000
1001545177600 AutoArriba- - Maximum 84
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ProviderLoan AmountRateTerm (Months)Rating
00 Up to $50,000Prime – 46.96%3 - 120
Up to $50,000
1001545955200 Newstart CanadaUp to $20,000 19% - 49% 36 - 48
Up to $20,000
1001545264000 BHM FinancialUp to $25,000 - 12 - 60
Up to $25,000
ProviderLoan AmountRateTerm (Months)Rating
00 N/AN/AN/A
N/A
31726531200 Lotly$15,000 + 6% - 16% 12 - 60
$15,000 +
71708473600 Blue Pearl MortgageVaries Varies 1 - 10 years
Varies
51700524800 Rocket Mortgage- - -
-
1001695772800 QuestMortgage- - -
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41690934400 Neo MortgageVaries 5.54%+ Varies
Varies
21688601600 nestoMin $100,000 5.34%+ 2 - 10 years
Min $100,000
1001627344000 Peoples Bank- 1.94% - 2.45% 12 - 60
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1001617926400 Hubert Financial- 1.69% - 3.49% 12 - 84
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1001581033600 Mortgage Alliance- 2.74% - 6.30% 12 - 120
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1001580947200 Paradigm- - -
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1001580860800 Verico- - -
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1001580860800 True North Mortgage- 2.64% - 4.45% 12 - 120
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1001580860800 Tangerine$50,000+ 2.74% - 3.49% 12- 120
$50,000+
1001580860800 Think Financial- - 36 - 60
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1001580860800 Turnedaway- - -
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1001580860800 REICO- - -
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1001580688000 Motusbank- 2.79% - 6.00% 6 - 60
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1001579478400 Mortgage Architects- 2.74% - 3.70% 6 - 120
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1001579219200 Keystone Finance Solutions$10,000+ Upon request Upon request
$10,000+
1001578873600 IntelliMortgage- - -
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1001578873600 Invis- 2.69% - 3.95% 6 - 120
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1001577059200 Dominion Lending Center- - -
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1001577059200 Fisgard Asset Management- -- -
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1001577059200 First National Financial LP- 2.84% - 7.30% -
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1001574985600 CMLS Financials$100,000 - $750,000 - 12 - 120
$100,000 - $750,000
1001574899200 CHIP Reverse Mortgagemin 25,000 3.89.% - 4.84% 12 - 60
min 25,000
1001574899200 CanWise- 2.23% - 4.45% -
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1001560124800 Centum- 2.89% - 3.79% -
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1001548806400 Capital Direct$10,000 - $1,500,000 Varies 12 - 24
$10,000 - $1,500,000
1001548720000 Broker Financial Group Inc.- 2.41% - 3.84% -
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1001548720000 Bridgewater Bank- - -
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11517097600 Alpine Credits$10,000+ Based on equity -
$10,000+
ProviderServicesRating
00 Debt Consolidation Program, Debt Settlement Program, Consumer Proposal, Bankruptcy Consultation
N/A (Referrer)
1001576540800 BDO Credit Counselling, Bankruptcy, Consumer Proposal
1001576540800 Full Circle Debt Solutions Inc Credit Counselling, Debt Management Program
1001576368000 Consolidated Credit Credit Counselling, Debt Management Program
1001576454400 4Pillars Debt Restructuring, After Care - Credit Rebuilding Program, Corporate Debt Restructuring

Many Canadians need access to a car or other motor vehicle to get around. The residents of Manitoba, like yourself, are no exception. Whether it’s for going to work, school, the grocery store, or to simply avoid Canada’s ever-changing weather conditions, any car can be an extremely beneficial asset.

Looking for a personal loan in Manitoba? Try reading this.

Reasons You Might Need a Car Loan

While it’s possible to find a second-hand, fixer-upper car for sale in your neighborhood, a more reliable one might be a better choice. When you need your car for daily activities, you probably want one that’s not in danger of breaking down all the time.

Other reasons Manitoba consumers would need a car loan:

  • Cars, even used ones, can be very expensive. Most consumers can’t afford to pay for a new or slightly used car with cash, cheques or credit cards.
  • For the sake of their other expenses. Since you would be paying the car back through installments, you should still have some money left over to pay for your other regular costs (groceries, living expenses, etc.). You can even afford all the expenses that come with any vehicle (fuel, insurance, registration, etc.)
  • To upgrade to a better or more efficient model. Maybe you’re already driving a gas-guzzler or you’re sick of spending money trying to keep your old car running. Whatever the reason, a new model can certainly upgrade your lifestyle.
  • To upgrade to a larger model. You could also want a bit more cargo space. Then again, it might be because you have a spouse and children to think about. After all, a minivan is roomier and safer than a sports car.
  • An accident or a breakdown has occurred. Even if you love the car you’re driving now, remember that anything can happen while you’re on the road. When something inevitably goes wrong, making your car undrivable, scrapping it and getting a car loan instead can save you a lot of stress.

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Getting Approved for a Car Loan

As it is with most credit products, it’s essential to show your lender that you’re worthy of the potential credit they’re letting you borrow. Any car, new or used, can cost a pretty penny, so lenders want to be certain that their clients can pay off their loan in full by the end of their payment term. So, be prepared for your lender to examine:

  • Your credit – The lender might perform a “hard inquiry” to view your credit report and credit score. By doing this, they’ll be able to see how you’ve been handling your other active credit products.
  • Your employment/income – You could be paying off your car loan for years, so your lender will want to confirm that you have (and will continue to have) steady employment and enough income to justify all your payments.
  • Your other outstanding debts – For obvious reasons, some lenders might deny your applications when they examine your credit and finances, only to discover that you already owe money all over town.

However, your approval chances and interest rate may also depend on:

  • The type of vehicle you want – When it comes to more expensive or newer makes and models, the application process is likely to be more strict and your approval harder to receive. If you are approved, watch out, because your interest rate will probably be much higher than a cheaper or older model.
  • What your dealership’s inventory looks like – Who knows? Your dealership might specialize in luxury models, used models, hybrids/electric cars, etc. If you want a higher priced make/model, but your credit and finances aren’t up to the dealership’s standards for lending, you may have to search elsewhere.
  • The size of your down payment – One way of gaining both approval and a lower interest rate is by making as a large of a down payment on your car as you can. Not only does this look good to your lender, you’ll also be saving money over time, because more of the car’s principal cost will be paid down, reducing your overall payment period.
  • Your own wants and needs – Let’s not forget the most important element of all, your own lifestyle. No matter what your credit looks like or how easily you’ve been able to keep up with your debts, none of it matters if your new car loan won’t fit comfortably into your budget. Before applying, make sure you can afford all your payments, interest rates, other fees, a good warranty, etc. If approved, your car loan could be putting you in debt for years to come and it’s essential not to let that debt get out of hand.

Auto Financing 101Looking for even more information about your auto financing options? Click here.

Types of Vehicles You Can Have Access To

Once again, the vehicle you’re actually approved for will depend largely on your financial health over the last few years. However, once you are approved, you should be able to buy almost any make or model, including but not limited to:

  • Toyota
  • Honda
  • Volkswagen
  • Subaru
  • Tesla
  • Nissan
  • Ford
  • Recreational vehicles (motorhomes, boats, ski-doos, ATVs, motorcycles, etc)

Trading in Your Used Vehicle

If you’re on the hunt for your next vehicle, you might be wondering if you can trade in your old car. Yes! There are plenty of dealerships in Manitoba that accept trade-ins. Essentially, your vehicle will be inspected to determine its current market value. If it qualifies, the dealership may discount part of that value from the price of the new one.

However, when considering a trade-in, it’s important to understand the value of your used vehicle and how it drops the more you drive it. That’s right, most cars, even brand new ones, lose around 11% of their value as soon as you leave the dealership. So, it’s best to have your expectations low during the trade-in evaluation. Being that your dealership has to resell the car at a profit, you probably won’t receive anywhere near what the vehicle is worth. However, even if you’re only saving a couple of hundred, even a thousand dollars, at least you’re still saving.

Want to know if you can trade in a vehicle that isn’t paid off? Find out here.

Using Your Vehicle’s Title to Borrow

If you already own your vehicle completely, you can also use it to borrow loan money by leveraging its title. As it would be with a trade-in, your vehicle with be inspected and quoted at a certain market value. If that value is high enough to qualify, your lender will grant you a loan using your vehicle’s title as collateral. Be warned, however, that since the loan is secured against your vehicle, your lender has the right to repossess it in the event that you start missing your loan payments!

Here’s how you can get a car loan after a repossession.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I still get a car loan in Manitoba if I have bad credit?

Even with a low credit score, you can find lenders in Manitoba willing to work with you to get a car loan. That said, by having bad credit, it is inevitable that you’ll pay higher interest rates — anywhere between 8.99% to 29.99%. In order to get in the lower end of that range, there are some key factors you can consider. Consider putting in the highest down payment you can afford to help lower the rate. Also, assuming it aligns with your budget, always opt for a newer car over a used car, as the rates tend to be lower due to retained value. Lastly, consider a shorter loan term to further lower the interest rate. Don’t be too swayed by lower monthly payments with longer-term loans because you’ll be paying more for the vehicle overall. Regardless of these factors, at a bare minimum, to be considered for a car loan, you should have at least 3 months of employment at $1600 to $2000 per month, a valid Manitoba driver’s license and a bank account.

Are there prepayment penalties for car loans in Manitoba?

Determining if you should pay off your car loan early is based on a few factors. If you have an “open-end” contract, then paying it off early will certainly mean less interest paid and more money saved. However, if you have a “closed-end” or “fixed-term” car loan contract, then it might be a bit trickier to determine if early payments are worth it. If your contract stipulates a precalculated interest, then it is expected that you pay the same amount whether it is paid off early or on time. However, even these types of strict contracts have some flexibility. They may allow you to make an early payment to save interest, but they’ll charge a lesser prepayment penalty to compensate. Most of the time, you’ll still come out ahead having saved a bit on the interest. Better yet, you may have a “prepayment privilege”. This is an extra amount that you can make on top of your regular payments without having to pay any kind of penalty. In this case, you want to take advantage of the prepayment privilege whenever possible.

Can I refinance my car to get a lower monthly payment?

Car loan refinancing is a way to create a new loan out of your old loan. You can stick to the same provider or have it taken over by a new lender. There are different ways you can benefit from refinancing your vehicle. Cash-out refinancing, for example, lets you transform your car loan to include a portion which is a cash loan. The amount will depend on the equity in the vehicle. Another way car refinancing can be used is to lower your monthly payments. Although this might mean you pay more in the long run, it could mean easier to manage monthly payments. Finally, car refinancing could help you save money overall if you can score a better interest rate and/or a shorter term to save money on interest charges.

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