Car balloon payments: what happens when you sell early?
A smaller instalment can be appealing. Before choosing a balloon, look at the debt you will still owe when you want to sell—not just the payment that fits this month.
Read the guide →A LITTLE HOMEWORK BEFORE THE TEST DRIVE
Car-buying notes.
Keep these in your pocket.
What to ask, what to budget for, and what the monthly instalment doesn’t tell you. Start with a guide, then try your own numbers.
Buying a car cash vs finance in South Africa
Cash avoids loan interest. Finance leaves more cash available at the start. A fair comparison needs both the total cost and what each choice does to your available money.
Read the guide →Used-car running costs: a South African buyer’s checklist
The asking price gets your attention. The running costs decide how the car fits into everyday life. Collect a few specific quotes before you commit.
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