How To Get Back A Car In Repossession

February 20, 2018
Dreamstime

Did you know that your car can be repossessed for reasons other than failure to pay? It’s one of the most disturbing things that can happen to you. You may wonder about car financing with repossession on your record and about losing all the money you paid on your current vehicle. You have a couple of choices. First, you can pay back the past due amount and any applicable fees to reinstate the loan. Second, you can allow the lender to continue the repossession process and sell the car at auction.

Find Out The Details Of The Repossession

However, if you are concerned about an auto loan after repo, you should be. Most lenders won’t even look at your application when they see this even on your credit report. You must act quickly because you need to get to work and your need for a car is imperative. Make sure you find out exactly why your car was taken and how much you owe. Some states allow a repossession to occur if a person fails to have insurance as it’s a stipulation of the contract.

You don’t want to jump to conclusions. Call the lender and get a detailed list of expenses and find out what you need to pay to get the car back. Some lenders will require the loan to be paid in full along with the costs they incurred during repossession. Other lenders will allow you to work out a new payment plan. Keep in mind that once your car has been repossessed, it will probably stay on your credit whether you work out a deal or not.

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