 TITLE: How Much of a Down Payment Should You Make on a Car? CONTENT: How Big a Down Payment Should I Make if I Have Bad Credit?\n----------------------------------------------------------\nIf you've got a low credit score, it can be very helpful to come up with as much cash as you can for the down payment. Why? This will reduce the size of the loan you'll need to cover the cost of the car, which brings down the lender's risk. If a lender is more comfortable taking you on as a borrower, you may have an easier time getting approved for financing, and could be offered better terms, including a lower interest rate. END