Our Key Auto Loan Details
- ✔ Up to 100% financing on a new or pre-owned vehicle
- ✔ Terms up to 7 years
- ✔ Refinancing is available
- ✔ Loan discounts available
- ✔ Easy to apply online, in person, or by phone
See How Much You Can Save
Don’t wait another day to trade in your old, money-guzzling loan for a sleek, affordable one at GCEFCU. The chart below illustrates just how much we could save you with an auto loan at GCEFCU.
| LENDER | RATE | TERM | AMOUNT | MONTHLY PMT |
| Example GCEFCU Member Auto Loan | 6.24%* | 60 Months | $25,000 | $486.11 |
| Average Bank Auto Loan | 8.27%* | 60 Months | $25,000 | $510.15 |
| GCEFCU Interest Savings Over The 60 Month Term Of A Similar Bank Auto Loan | $1,298.40 |
| *Source: Bankrate, rates as of 8/01/2023. Rates vary depending on credit score and loan term. |
Loan Discounts
When you finance your auto loan with GCEFCU, you may qualify for additional loan rate discounts. These discounts can be combined to receive up to 1.00% off your APR*.
1. Credit Life or Disability Insurance Discount – Add Credit Life or Disability Insurance to your loan through the credit union and you may receive 0.25% off your APR*.
2. Gulf Coast Educators Insurance Services, LLC Discount – If you have any type of insurance service through Gulf Coast Educators Insurances Services, you may qualify for a discount of 0.25% off your APR*. Insurance offered through Gulf Coast Educators Insurance Services, LLC. Funds should not be considered a deposit or guaranteed by Gulf Coast Educators Federal Credit Union. Funds are not insured by the NCUA or any federal government agency.
3. Direct Deposit – If you have at least 1 payroll direct deposit per month of $500 or more into your GCEFCU checking account, you may receive a discount of 0.25% off your APR*.
4. Extended Warranty Discount – GCEFCU offers several vehicle protection plans to add to your loan. If you add an extended warranty through the credit union, you can receive 0.25% off your APR*.
5. Auto Pay – If you elect to have your loan payment set up with auto pay, you can receive 0.25% off your APR*.
Loan Discount Table
| DISCOUNT | DESCRIPTION | DISCOUNT |
| 1 | Credit Life or Disability Insurance | 0.25% |
| 2 | Gulf Coast Educators Insurance Services, LLC Discount | 0.25% |
| 3 | Direct Deposit | 0.25% |
| Maximum discount is 0.75% for Auto, Boat, Motorcycle, and RV/Travel Trailer loans, and 0.50% for personal loans. |
Start Car Shopping
Our Member Auto Center has all the tools you need to find your next vehicle and give you peace of mind knowing you are getting good advice and deals. The Member Auto Center features the ability to search for new and used vehicles, advice on the car buying process and much more. Click the button below to visit our Member Auto Center website.
Auto Loan Insurance
While auto loan insurance doesn’t cover basic wear and tear on your vehicle, it is a necessary precaution to help you in the event of an accident resulting in either damage to your or another’s vehicle, or injury to anyone involved. Without insurance, you would be on your own to cover the financial costs out-of-pocket, which can often total thousands of dollars. At Gulf Coast Educators Insurance Services, we can help you get the best insurance coverage for the lowest cost.
Disclosure: Insurance offered through Gulf Coast Educators Insurance Services, LLC. Funds should not be considered a deposit or guaranteed by Gulf Coast Educators Federal Credit Union. Funds are not insured by the NCUA or any federal government agency.
Vehicle Protection Plans – Extended Warranty
GCEFCU offers several vehicle protection plans to add to your loan. With five levels of coverage, our protection plan offers affordable options to ensure your vehicle is protected against costly mechanical and electrical repairs. Additional benefits include:
- 24-Hour Roadside Assistance
- Manufacturer Deductible
- Mechanical First Air
- Tire, Delivery, Battery, Locksmith, and Towing service
- Substitute Transportation
- Trip Interruption
- Key Fob Coverage
- Dent & Windshield Repair
To compare covered components and see which plan best suits your needs, click here.
Disclosure: Restrictions & limitations may apply. Please see contract for complete details. Please refer to your Vehicle Service Agreement for a more comprehensive list of what’s covered with your plan options. Parts pricing listed in illustration is based on average of actual repairs at a retail rate for Parts & Labor. Actual repair costs may vary by repair facility, vehicle, and location. Warranty products are provided and administered by SWBC and not guaranteed by the credit union.
Helpful Resources
AUTO EXAM: AUTO EXAM’S goal is to protect the consumer from buying someone else’s problems. We will give you a written unbiased report identifying any problems such as: Was it maintained? Has it been in an accident? Is the mileage correct? Has it been flood damaged? Are there any mechanical problems? How much is the vehicle really worth? In conclusion, Auto Exam can answer these questions and much more.
CARFAX: Order a CARFAX Vehicle History Report. Your best protection against buying a used car with costly, hidden problems, including flood damage. CARFAX searches its nationwide database and provides a detailed report in seconds. In other words, it is a must have for buying a used vehicle.
Additional Resources
Auto Loan Calculators
Rates & Disclosures
Auto Loan Rates
To view our current auto loan rates, click here.
Disclosures
Winter Car Sale Disclosure: Need not apply for a loan to enter. No purchase necessary. You do not have to be a member of a credit union to enter. Limit one entry per person. All entries will be accepted. To enter visit the website above, search for a vehicle and submit the form for a no obligation Price Quote Request on that vehicle and put the code WIN500 in the “referred by” box November 20 – December 31, 2023. All entries must be submitted no later than December 31, 2023 by 11:59 p.m. CST. Contest ends December 31, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. CST. Two winners will be chosen by random drawing on January 9, 2024 to win $500 in the form of a gift card. Winners will be notified by a Member Auto Center Representative not affiliated with a specific credit union. This contest does not include a manufacturer’s rebate or discount available to the public. Employees of CU Alliance, LLC and its subsidiaries are not eligible. Must be 18 years or older. No cash value. Odds of winning depend on the total number of entries received. Restrictions may apply. Void where prohibited and subject to federal, state and local laws. For more information call 832-912-2182.
Rate Disclosures: *APR = Annual Percentage Rate. Actual rates may vary based upon credit qualifications and are subject to change without prior notification. Maximum discount is 1.00% for auto, boat, motorcycle, and RV loans, and 0.75% for personal loans. Payment Example: 60 monthly payments of $19.44 per $1,000 borrowed at 6.24% APR. Auto loans may receive a rate of 4.24% APR with a 3 year or less term with maximum discount.
Gulf Coast Educators Insurance Services, LLC Disclosure: Gulf Coast Educators Insurance Services, LLC discount is for insurance offered through Gulf Coast Educators Insurance Services, LLC. Funds should not be considered a deposit or guaranteed by Gulf Coast Educators Federal Credit Union. Funds are not insured by the NCUA or any federal government agency.
Extended Warranty Disclosure: Restrictions & limitations may apply. Please see contract for complete details. Please refer to your Vehicle Service Agreement for a more comprehensive list of what’s covered with your plan options. Parts pricing listed in illustration is based on average of actual repairs at a retail rate for Parts & Labor. Actual repair costs may vary by repair facility, vehicle, and location. Warranty products are provided and administered by SWBC and not guaranteed by the credit union.
No Payments for 90 Days Disclosure: Deferment is NOT available on loans already financed with Gulf Coast Educators FCU. Your rate will be based on the term of your loan and creditworthiness. Interest will continue to accrue during the deferral period and by electing to defer your car payments, the total interest charge will increase and extend the time required to pay your loan in full based on your required monthly payment. GAP insurance may not cover skipped payments.
Skip-A-Pay Disclosure: There must have been 3 monthly, 6 semi-monthly or 6 bi-weekly payments made on a loan to qualify. To skip a payment on your auto loan, you must have current insurance on your vehicle. You cannot have received an extension the month prior to the skip a pay request. If you take advantage of the skip a pay, you will not be eligible for an extension the following month, or for the next available Skip-A-Pay promotion. The credit union allows a maximum of 2 extensions/skip a pays per year per loan if the loan qualifies. Request must be submitted a minimum of 1 week in advance of loan due date. Loans secured by Real Estate, Term Loans, Credit Card, 12-12-12 Loans, or Delinquent Loans are not eligible. If your loan is paid weekly, bi-weekly or semi-monthly, the agreement will allow you the “Skip-a-Pay” for two payments during the selected month that you choose. New loans do not qualify for “Skip-a-Pay’s” unless three month’s worth of payments have been made.
Step 1: Before December 31, 2023, visit our online Member Auto Center visiting GCEFCUcarsale.MemberAutoCenter.com