Acura Financial Services (AFS): a brief details.
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cura Financial Services®, a DBA of American
Honda Finance Corporation (AHFC) helps to satisfy the
financing needs of consumers of Honda and Acura automobiles, sport utility
vehicles and minivans.
Acura Financial Services offers financing in the form of both
retail installment sales contracts and leases, depending on the product and the
needs of the particular customer. Leases are offered through our affiliate
Honda Lease Trust for new and used Acura motor vehicles. In addition, we and
our Florida affiliate American Honda Service Contract Corporation, administer
vehicle service contracts sold by Acura Dealers throughout the United States.
About American Honda Finance Corporation
American Honda Finance Corporation, commenced and operated from
July 1980, is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Honda Motor Co., Inc.,
the sole authorized distributor of Honda and Acura motor vehicles, Honda
motorcycles, Honda power equipment and Honda and Acura parts and accessories in
the United States. American Honda Motor Co., Inc., is a wholly owned subsidiary
of Honda Motor Co., Ltd., a Japanese corporation which is a worldwide
manufacturer and distributor of motor vehicles and power equipment. Our
principal executive offices are located at 20800 Madrona Avenue,
Torrance, California 90503.
Website
Headquarter
20800 Madrona Avenue, Torrance, California 90503.
Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
Contact
Acura is the luxury
vehicle (branded of A-Spec, Type-s) division
of Japanese automaker Honda. The brand was launched
by Honda in the United States
and Canada on 27 March 1986, marketing luxury, performance,
and high-performance vehicles.
Founder
Soichiro
Honda.
Key
people
Jon
Ikeda (Senior VP and General Manager).
Erik
Berkman (Executive VP, Acura Business Planning Office).
Headquarters
Minato,
Tokyo, Japan, Torrance, California, United States.
Area
United
States, Canada, Mexico, China (except Macau and Hong Kong), Kuwait.
Contact: Acura Client Relations
Phone
General
(800) 382-2238 toll free
Monday
through Friday
6:00am to
5:00pm Pacific
Phone
- In-Car Technology Support
(888) 528-7876 toll free
Monday
through Friday
6:00am -
5:00pm Pacific
Twitter
Fax
(310) 783-3535
Mail
Acura Client
Relations
1919 Torrance
Blvd.
M/S 100-5E-8F
Torrance, CA
90501-2746
Non-US Contact Information
Acura Client
Relations is more than happy to help with U.S. Acura vehicle concerns, but we
are unable to address questions about non-U.S. products. Please call the
appropriate customer relations group directly:
Acura
Canada
(888) 922-8729 toll free
Features
& Benefits
Acura Financial
Services, part of American Honda Finance Corporation, offers auto financing
exclusively at Acura dealerships across the country in US.
Acura Financial
Services offers loans and leases (through its affiliate, Honda Lease Trust) for
new and certified pre-owned Acura vehicles, as well as lease
buyouts.
It also offers a balloon
loan option that allows customers to make smaller monthly payments
throughout the life of the loan with a larger one-time payment due at the end
of the loan term. The lower monthly payments may be attractive, but this type
of loan is risky because if you can’t make the last payment, you could default
on the loan. If you default, the lender may be able to repossess your vehicle.
In some states, Acura
Financial Services offers flexible financing through its Leadership Purchase Plan
which allows eligible applicants to drive an Acura for 24 to 48 months and get
their name on the title with little or no money down and low monthly payments.
At the end of the contract, customers can either buy the vehicle or return it
to the dealer. In exchange for these benefits, there’s a limit of 12,000 or
15,000 miles per year. This program is only available in Arkansas, Georgia,
Illinois, Maryland, New York, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and
Virginia.
Special
Discounts
--Special APR
offers on select vehicles
--Loyalty
discounts on leases that include excess mileage forgiveness, the ability to
roll over unused miles and fee waivers
--New-vehicle
discount for recent or soon-to-be college graduates earning a master’s,
bachelor’s or associate degree. But keep in mind that in addition to
graduating, you’ll need proof of employment or a firm commitment from an
employer.
--Military
discounts to active-duty U.S. military service members, including those in the
Active Reserve, Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, National Guard, Navy, U.S.
Military Ready Reserve and their spouses. U.S. military veterans, retirees and
their spouses are also eligible within two years of separation from active
service.
Overview
Available
in all states — Financing
through Acura Financial Services is available across the U.S. in all 50 states
and Washington, D.C.
Good or excellent credit required — You’ll likely need a good or
excellent credit history to qualify for a loan through Acura Financial
Services. In its fiscal year 2021, almost two-thirds of Acura Financial
Services auto loans went to applicants with what Acura Financial Services
considers a credit grade of “A,” according to the company’s quarterly filing
with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 30, 2020. The company
defines a credit grade of A as having a demonstrated ability and willingness to
pay, based on a number of things including application and credit report info,
an extensive credit history, an excellent payment record and “extensive
financial resources.”
Flexible terms for leases and loans — Acura Financial Services offers loan
and lease terms ranging from 24 to 60 months. If you want an auto loan with a
longer term of 72 or even 84 months, you’ll need to consider other lenders. But
be aware that a longer loan term typically means you’ll end up paying more in
total interest on the loan.
Co-signers and joint applicants accepted
— You can apply
with a co-signer or co-applicant. If you apply with someone who has
good credit, it may help you qualify for a loan or get a lower rate.
Vehicle protection products — Acura Financial Services offers
products to help protect your finances and keep your vehicle running smoothly,
including gap insurance, vehicle service contracts and prepaid
maintenance plans.
Flexible lease-end options — At the end of an Acura lease, you can
either return the car and lease a new Acura, buy the leased Acura, or return
the car and walk away.
Acura
Financial Services auto loan may be a good fit if you have good credit, you
qualify for one or more special financial deals or discounts, and you’re
certain you want to buy or lease an Acura from the dealership.
But
if you’re undecided on the type of car you want, Acura Financial Services may
not be your best bet because loans and leases from this lender can only be used
to buy or lease an Acura certified used car or new Acura. If you’re not set on
buying an Acura from the dealer and you want a loan that offers more
flexibility, you may be better off with a different lender.
Career
& Opportunities
Honda hires
talented people in all of these areas:
R&D,
Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales & Marketing,
Finance, Administrative
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