yeah thats a much better idea. getting as little as possible financed and paying it off fast will only end up costing you a couple hundred in interest only. i guess id pay 2-500 bucks to drive a c36/43 6 months or a year earlier.

most banks will lend you 5k outright as a general loan. interest rates are typically 8-12% for such loans, but its a good way to keep them out of your business and keep their hands off the title. theres just something very satisfying about holding the title to your car, which few people who finance their cars can do.