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GAP Plus 

Additional protection for your car loan.

Bridges the gap between your primary insurance coverage and what you still owe on your loan.

 

If you need to buy a replacement car financed through us, GAP Plus may cancel $1,000 of your new loan.

 

Available for auto loans up to 84 months.

 

No mileage restrictions.

 

If repairs cost more than your deductible, you can cancel a portion of your loan equal to your deductible, up to $1,000.

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How GAP Plus Works

If your car is stolen or damaged beyond repair and declared a total loss, your insurance covers its replacement value. And if your loan balance is higher than the vehicle's actual cash value as determined by your primary insurance carrier, you'd typically be responsible to pay the difference. This is where GAP Plus comes in — it may help cancel the difference you have to pay.

GAP Plus also includes Deductible Assistance, providing financial relief if your vehicle is damaged but isn’t considered a total loss. If the cost of repairs is more than your deductible, the deductible amount is applied to your vehicle loan, reducing what you owe.

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Sample Illustration

Let's say your original loan balance was $25,000, but on the date of the loss, it was $21,000. After the accident, your insurance settlement is $16,000, leaving you with an unpaid loan balance of $5,000. With GAP Plus, your loan balance could be reduced or cancelled.

 (This example is for illustration purposes only. Actual insurance settlements and GAP Plus benefits may vary.)

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  • Autoland: A personal consultant will do the shopping for you.
  • TrueCar: Get upfront pricing and see what other buyers have paid.
  • Auto Insurance: We do the work for you to find the right coverage at the best price.
  • GAP Plus: May help cover the difference between your insurance coverage and loan balance if your car is totaled or stolen.
  • Mechanical Repair Coverage: Covers the cost of some unexpected car repairs as your car ages.
  • MexiPass: Special coverage if you drive your car to Mexico.
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Disclosures

GAP, which includes deductible assistance, is not insurance; it is an optional debt cancellation product.  GAP will not affect your application for credit or the terms of any credit agreement you have with us. Certain eligibility requirements, conditions and exclusions may apply. You will receive the contract before you are required to pay for GAP. You should carefully read the contract for a full explanation of the terms.  If you choose GAP, adding the GAP Fee to the amount financed under your contract will increase the cost of GAP. You may cancel GAP at any time. If you cancel GAP within 90 days you will receive a full refund of any fee paid. GAP purchased from state-chartered credit unions in FL, GA, IA, IN, UT, VT, and WI may be with or without a refund provision. Prices of the refundable and non-refundable products are likely to differ. If you purchase a refundable product, you may cancel at any time during the loan and receive a refund of the unearned fee.  GAP purchased from state-chartered credit unions in CO, MO or SC may be canceled at any time during the loan and receive a refund of the unearned fee. Auto Deductible Reimbursement Coverage will be provided to members under a blanket policy issued to participating credit unions. The Auto Deductible Reimbursement Coverage is underwritten by Arch Specialty Insurance Company.

GAP is not insured by NCUA or any Federal Government Agency; is not a deposit of or guaranteed by the Credit Union or any Credit Union Affiliate; and may prove to be an investment risk. 

Mechanical Repair Coverage is provided and administered by Consumer Program Administrators, Inc. in all states except CA; where coverage is offered as insurance by Virginia Surety Company, Inc., in NH; where coverage is provided and administered by Consumer Program Administrators, Inc. dba Consumer Warranty Program Administrators, in TX; where coverage is provided and administered by Consumer Program Administrators, Inc. dba The Administrators of Consumer Programs (TX License #175), in FL and OK; where coverage is provided and administered by Automotive Warranty Services of Florida, Inc. (Florida License #60023 and Oklahoma License #44198051), and in WA; where coverage is provided by National Product Care Company and administered by Consumer Program Administrators, Inc., all located at P.O. Box 802746 Chicago, Illinois 60680-2747, 866.502.1868. This coverage is made available to you by CUNA Mutual Insurance Agency, Inc.
 
The purchase of Mechanical Repair Coverage is optional. This document provides general information about Mechanical Repair Coverage and should not be solely relied upon when purchasing coverage.  Be sure to read the Vehicle Service Contract or the Insurance Policy, which will explain the exact terms, conditions and exclusions.  Coverage varies by state.  Replacement parts may be new, used, non-OEM or remanufactured of like kind and quality.
 
Payment Shield Plus is optional and will not affect your application for credit or the terms of any credit agreement required to obtain a loan. Certain eligibility requirements, conditions, and exclusions may apply. Please contact your loan representative or refer to the contract for a full explanation of the terms.  You will receive the contract before you are required to pay Payment Shield Plus You may cancel the protection at any time. If you cancel protection within 30 days you will receive a full refund of any fee paid.

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