Lease Vs. Buy

The Benefits of Leasing and Financing

Here at Garber Honda we understand the importance of not only choosing the right model, but also the best way for you to acquire your next vehicle.
The choice between leasing and financing can be a complicated one without the right information. We have listed some of the benefits of leasing and financing through Honda Financial Services. We hope this helps you to make the decision that is best for you and your family!

Leasing

In a lease, you do not purchase an automobile. You contract to use it for the first, and best, period of its life. Following are some additional benefits to leasing a Honda.

Less Cash Up Front

One of the biggest advantages of a lease is that it does not usually require a substantial down payment. In many states, you can even pay the sales taxes as part of your monthly lease payment, rather than in a lump sum.

Lower Monthly Payment

If the finance period is the same, your monthly payments will be lower when leasing (vs. financing) because your payments will be based on the vehicle’s estimated depreciation. (You are contracting to use a portion of the car’s value, rather than buying the entire car.)

A New Car More Often

Your taste and preference may change, and a short-term lease makes it easy to drive a new car more frequently. Additionally, you may have needs for a larger or smaller car in a few years, and a lease makes it easy to plan for such changes.

Guaranteed Future Value

You don’t have to worry about resale value. If your car depreciates more than the estimated residual value in your lease contract at full term, you can turn it in at the end of your lease term. But if it’s worth more, you can buy it and keep it or resell it. A lease gives you an option.

Financing

If you typically keep your vehicle for five to ten years, then financing may be your best option. Honda Financial Services may be your best choice in financing your new vehicle, with competitive rates and terms designed to meet your needs.

Pride of Ownership

Ownership can instill a sense of pride. It can also build equity. Payment by payment, an owner’s equity may increase.

No Restrictions on Mileage

This is important to consider if you drive more than 12,000 to 15,000 miles per year.

Make Changes to Car’s Appearance

You can alter the interior or exterior to suit your taste (though your choices may affect the resale value.)

In some cases, if your Estimated Trade-in Value or down payment is too high relative to the Estimated Selling Price of the new Honda, you may not be able to choose leasing as an option. Please see your selected dealer for further details.