Help for bad credit: Buying a car

No, you won't get the 'zero down' offer, but you have options

By Anna Bleker

If your credit score stinks, don't just throw in the towel and buy a bus pass. Auto financing options exist, if you're willing to explore all your options.

In these stories, learn more about how to buy a car when you have bad credit:

• What to expect when your credit's bad and you want to buy a car
• Credit scores can impact auto insurance rates

Main story: Help for bad credit

Published: August 17, 2010

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