Save Time at the Dealership with Pre-Approval

Let’s say you’ve been on the hunt for a new vehicle for a while now. Maybe you have it narrowed down to the exact vehicle and specs that you want, and it’s in the price range you can afford. The last thing you want to do is to drive from Great Lakes or Hudsonville just to be at a dealership for hours on end when you’re ready to drive off the lot with the vehicle of your dreams. One way to keep things quick and easy at your dealership is to get pre-approved for a new car loan via an online finance application. 

Today, we’re going to take a look at why getting pre-approved can help you save time at the dealership and how to do it.

Why Get Pre-Approved?

So why should you get pre-approved? Simply put, it makes the transaction smoother and faster for you. You can get pre-approved online for the vehicle you want, walk right into our dealership, and drive home in less than an hour. You can be heading home to Western Michigan or Northern Shores in no time! Overall, this is an excellent option if you know what you want and want to get in and out quickly.

How Do I Get Pre-Approved?

Getting pre-approved is a fairly basic process. All you need to do is navigate on our website over to the “Finance” tab on the menu at the top of the page. Underneath that, you’ll see the selection for “Pre-Qualify. No SSN. No DOB.” Click on that and you’ll be taken to our application for pre-approval.

Also, as the name of the page suggests, we don’t require a social security number or date of birth. All you need to do is fill out some basic information including your name and address, and answer a couple of questions about your income and other things related to the purchase of your vehicle. Once you submit, you should find out about your approval within a couple of hours of applying. 

And the best part is that you can get pre-approved on a lease agreement as well. When applying, simply type in “I want to lease” instead of the desired loan amount. 

Our pre-application process makes it easy to apply. And whether you’re approved or not, there’s no impact to your credit score.

What Happens Once I Get Pre-Approved?

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We stated before that you can walk in and drive home with your new vehicle in under an hour. We’re not exaggerating! Once you’re pre-approved, you’ll make an appointment with a member of our sales team. 

Then, once you show up for your appointment, you’ll be asked to sign some paperwork to finalize the sale, and our sales rep will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Once everything is finalized, you’ll be able to drive home that day with your new vehicle!

Do I Have to Get Pre-Qualified?

No. You don’t have to get pre-qualified. If you wish to drive from Coopersville, Holland, or Ludington and explore our lot to find the perfect vehicle, you’re more than welcome to do so. 

This is in no way a replacement for the traditional car-buying experience. We just think that if you already have your mind set on something, why not make it a little easier for you to just come and pick up the vehicle you want?

It also lets you see what kind of car loan you qualify for in the comfort of your own home, rather than finding out in front of a complete stranger. While that might not be an issue for some, if you have less-than-stellar credit, it might be a good way to save you any potential embarrassment.

Get Pre-Approved Ahead of Time with Preferred Chrysler Dodge Jeep of Muskegon

Do you have your heart set on the perfect vehicle like a Jeep Compass or Chrysler Pacifica? Why not make it as easy as possible to go home with that vehicle? Go online today and get pre-approved for a vehicle at Preferred Chrysler Dodge Jeep of Muskegon. 

If you have any questions during the application process or just to discuss financing options in general, you can speak to a member of our sales team by giving them a call at 231-440-6913 during business hours. We’re open Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm, Tuesday and Friday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, and Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. 

If you wish to come by and explore the many options we offer, feel free to stop by our showroom at 3146 Henry St. in Muskegon, MI. Here, we buy cars so you have the biggest selection at your disposal, only an easy 30-minute drive from Hudsonville.