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Can you lease a car with a 500 credit score?
It is very difficult to lease with a 500 credit score through traditional captive lenders. Most require at least 620. However, some subprime lenders and certain manufacturers like Nissan or Hyundai may work with scores in the mid-500s if you have a co-signer, a larger down payment, or strong income documentation. A broker like Vantage Auto Group can help identify which programs you may qualify for.
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I had the pleasure of working with Sarah to find me a car. She was incredible! I called her needing a car and I had my car within a couple of days, while also meeting my price point and the specific style of car I wanted. Sarah is so approachable, knowledgeable, friendly, and reliable.Vantage Auto Group as a whole is a very dependable company and I couldn't recommend them more. They deliver your car to your house on time and are knowledgeable about the car and any questions that you have. I am so happy with how this process went and recommend Vantage Auto Group to anyone looking for a car!
I had the pleasure of working with Sarah to find me a car. She was incredible! I called her needing a car and I had my car within a couple of days, while also meeting my price point and the specific style of car I wanted. Sarah is so approachable, knowledgeable, friendly, and reliable.Vantage Auto Group as a whole is a very dependable company and I couldn't recommend them more. They deliver your car to your house on time and are knowledgeable about the car and any questions that you have. I am so happy with how this process went and recommend Vantage Auto Group to anyone looking for a car!
Ava Ilyse
It was a “fun” way to make a car purchase. Mark V. and the whole team were responsive, informative, and very friendly! Can’t wait to purchase the next one!! (😬🤪) Thank you!! Ulla & Bill
It was a “fun” way to make a car purchase. Mark V. and the whole team were responsive, informative, and very friendly! Can’t wait to purchase the next one!! (😬🤪) Thank you!! Ulla & Bill
W Shuler
From start to finish, my experience with Vantage Auto Group was nothing short of outstanding. The entire process was smooth, transparent, and completely stress-free—something you don’t often hear when it comes to buying a car! I worked with Sean and he was helpful, honest and quick to respond! Love my new Lyriq!
From start to finish, my experience with Vantage Auto Group was nothing short of outstanding. The entire process was smooth, transparent, and completely stress-free—something you don’t often hear when it comes to buying a car! I worked with Sean and he was helpful, honest and quick to respond! Love my new Lyriq!
Genna Battaglino
Heymi helped with the whole procedure and was very kind
Heymi helped with the whole procedure and was very kind
David Segarra
Phenomenal and hassle free experience! Sean was amazing! He was patient, professional and responsive!
Phenomenal and hassle free experience! Sean was amazing! He was patient, professional and responsive!
Koster Henderson
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I just had a really great experience with Deborah getting a new car. The whole experience could not have been easier. I highly recommend and will definitely be working with them again.
I just had a really great experience with Deborah getting a new car. The whole experience could not have been easier. I highly recommend and will definitely be working with them again.
Timothy Norsworthy
The experience was great working with Dave and his team. I hate buying cars but this changed it for me - Thanks everyone!
The experience was great working with Dave and his team. I hate buying cars but this changed it for me - Thanks everyone!
Michael Fonseca
I just leased my new 2026 Nissan Rogue through Vantage Auto Group, and the experience was fast, easy, and completely stress-free. I worked with Charles Serpone, who was prompt, knowledgeable, and professional every step of the way. He listened to what I wanted and helped me get the exact price I was aiming for. I couldn’t be happier with the process — highly recommend Vantage Auto Group and Charles for anyone looking to lease their next vehicle!
I just leased my new 2026 Nissan Rogue through Vantage Auto Group, and the experience was fast, easy, and completely stress-free. I worked with Charles Serpone, who was prompt, knowledgeable, and professional every step of the way. He listened to what I wanted and helped me get the exact price I was aiming for. I couldn’t be happier with the process — highly recommend Vantage Auto Group and Charles for anyone looking to lease their next vehicle!
Michael Tier