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Average Car Payment for 600 Credit Score in 2026: The Real Numbers

With a 600 credit score, expect to pay $380-$480/month on a typical used car loan. But that payment is costing you $4,200+ more than someone with a 700 score. Here's how to fight back.

February 2, 202611 min read

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Credit Strategy

The $5,580 Score Tax: What a 550 Credit Score Really Costs You on a Car Loan

After 30 years in auto finance, I've watched thousands of 550-score buyers pay a hidden tax. Here's the math, the traps, and your 90-day escape plan.

Feb 2•12 min

Car Buying

$0 Down Car Loans with Bad Credit: The Real Cost Nobody Tells You

That zero-down deal sounds like a lifeline, but it could cost you thousands more than you realize. Here's the math they don't want you to see.

Feb 2•10 min

Credit Education

Can You Get a Car Loan with a 550 Credit Score? (Yes, Here's How)

Feeling trapped with a low credit score? You have more options than you think. Here's the truth about subprime auto loans and how to avoid the worst deals.

Jan 31•8 min

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