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Buying a car- do I get a loan, use a credit card or take out a finance agreement?

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  • Ok, Say your on a 36 month lease and settle after 12, most leasing companies will want some form of payment in respect of the 24 remaining months. PCP for example would want 50% of the outstanding rentals due, plus any damage to the vehicle.

    Leasing always look cheaper but can you walk away from it and if so at what cost?
  • BadgerFace_2
    BadgerFace_2 Posts: 333 Forumite
    Oh, I get you now.

    Yeah, of course if you sign for a 36 month lease you're going to be hit if you give it up early. I was thinking more along the lines of a 12 month lease; he'll pay a little more for it, but if it's a lucrative contract, with no stability following, then it may be worth it.
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