At Heritage Federal Credit Union, our goal is to provide you with affordable coverage for unforeseen expenses.  If the unexpected happens, whether your car is a total loss due to accident or theft, your vehicle suffers a major mechanical failure, or you're hit with bills you can't pay, count on us to protect you.

To get a no cost, no obligation quote, simply click on the 'Get A Quote' tab above or call (812) 518-1626 to speak to a member service representative. 

Guaranteed Asset Protection (GAP) Advantage with PowerBuy Overview

Did you know that if your new vehicle is totaled, or stolen and not recovered, your insurance may not pay off the total amount owed?  A vehicle's value declines as a result of depreciation, and your loan balance can be higher than the Actual Cash Value (ACV) which is established by your insurance company.   GAP reduces or eliminates the added expense and pays the difference between the ACV of your vehicle, as determined by your insurance company, and the balance still owed.

You need more than insurance to protect your investment

  • In fact, if the average new car buyer has their vehicle declared a total loss because it was stolen and not recovered, or damaged beyond repair, they could still owe thousands of dollars after the insurance settlement.

Protect your investment with Guaranteed Asset Protection (GAP) Advantage with PowerBuy*

  • GAP makes up the difference between what insurance covers and the amount you owe in most cases.  So, instead of paying off a substantial  loan balance before you can even think about shopping for a new vehicle, you  could be free and clear. 
  • As added benefits, GAP Advantage will help you get back on the road more quickly by providing a $1,000 allowance to finance a replacement vehicle with us.  In addition to the Advantage benefit, the PowerBuy benefit may provide additional funds towards the new vehicle loan based on the calculated depreciation of your totaled vehicle from time of purchase and after the insurance settlement.  By adding GAP Advantage with PowerBuy, you put yourself in a better financial position in time of need.

How it works

  • You originally purchased a vehicle for $25,500 and still owe $23,000.  You have an unfortunate accident and the vehicle is totaled.  The insurance company settles with you for $20,000 which leaves a loan balance of $3,000.00.  Where does that leave you?

    With GAP Advantage with PowerBuy, the remaining loan balance of $3000 is covered and you may be provided with $1000 towards the financing of your replacement vehicle plus an additional benefit.  Based on the calculated depreciation of the vehicle, you may also receive up to $2500 towards the financing of your new vehicle

                    Without GAP, you would pay out of pocket to cover the remaining $3,000 loan balance. 
                                 Your loan balance...........................................................$23,000 
                                 Your insurance company pays.......................................... $20,000 
                                 Loan balance (out-of-pocket expense)….............................$3,000 

                     With GAP Advantage, your remaining loan balance is paid, PLUS you get $1,000 to finance a replacement vehicle with us. 
                                  Remaining loan balance..................................................$3,000 
                                  GAP benefit...................................................................$3,000 
                                  Out-of-pocket expense....................................................$0 
                                  GAP Advantage benefit (for replacement vehicle)...............$1,000

                     With GAP with PowerBuy, you receive an additional benefit of the Depreciation suffered with a loss. 
                                  Purchase price of the vehicle...........................................$25,500 
                                  Minus the ACV and GAP benefit.......................................$23,000 
                                  Depreciation Suffered = PowerBuy Benefit.......................$2,500

                                  GAP benefit..................................................................$3,000        
            
                                  Plus the GAP Advantage benefit......................................$1,000

                                  Total Benefit to the Borrower.........................................$6,500

The purchase of GAP is optional.  Whether or not you purchase GAP will not affect your application for credit or the terms of any existing credit agreement you have with our institution.  There are eligibility requirements, conditions, and exclusions that could prevent you from receiving benefits under GAP Advantage.  You should carefully read the contract for a full explanation of the terms.

Skipped or missed payments, late charges, refundable service warranty contracts, other insurance-related products, and interest charged after the date of loss will be deducted from the GAP Advantage settlement. 
 
*Vehicle must be financed at your financial institution to be eligible for the purchase of GAP. 

Major Mechanical Protection (MMP) Overview

You don’t need a new car to get new car peace of mind

The average new car is out of warranty in just two and a half years, and as time goes on, the likelihood of mechanical failure on your vehicle is inevitable. Advanced electronics, complex systems, and rising labor costs mean that a repair that might have cost hundreds of dollars a few years ago may now cost you thousands.  Below are some typical cost examples:
  • Transmission …….………..$3,084
  • Air Conditioning…………..$1,217
  • Timing Belt…………...…...$802
  • Front Brakes…………..……$931
  • Seals and Gaskets……..… $1,050
  • Engine…………………….....$7,066
     

With Major Mechanical Protection (MMP), you can protect yourself against these expensive repairs

Plans are available for most new and used domestic and imported vehicles, and MMP is affordable – the total cost of MMP is often far less than the cost of a single repair! Having this coverage extends the life of your vehicle and your budget.  Pay for MMP once, and in most cases you will not have to pay anything more than a small deductible should a breakdown occur.

The best time to invest in a mechanical repair program is when you first buy your vehicle. So before you commit to any other program, compare it to our MMP. We believe you will find this program to be the value-packed winner!

The purchase of MMP is optional. Whether or not you purchase MMP will not affect your application for credit or the terms of any existing credit agreement you have with our institution. There are eligibility requirements, conditions, and exclusions that could prevent you from receiving benefits under MMP. You should carefully read the contract for a full explanation of the terms.

Payment Protection Insurance (PPI) Overview

Certainty in an uncertain world

You handle money responsibly, so meeting your day-to-day obligations isn’t usually a problem. But what if the unexpected happens?

Even the most responsible person can be hit with bills they can’t pay – causing damage to their credit score and even repossessions –when unexpected illness, injury, or death puts a paycheck out of the picture.

When you add Payment Protection to your vehicle loan, or other obligations, you help take the risk out of the unexpected. If you can’t work because of a covered event, Payment Protection in most cases will:

      • Make your monthly payments or pay off your loans
      • Protect your credit rating
      • Prevent late fees
      • Protect your family and your possessions
      • Free-up extra cash
      • Pay benefits in addition to any other insurance you may have

Enrollment is easy because a medical exam is not needed.

With Payment Protection, you can have your covered loans paid for you when you need it most. It’s peace of mind that’s affordable and part of your regular payment. So you’ll hardly even know it’s there –
unless you need it.

The purchase of Payment Protection is optional. Whether or not you purchase Payment Protection will not affect your application for credit or the terms of any existing credit agreement you have with our institution. There are eligibility requirements, conditions, and exclusions that could prevent you from receiving benefits under Payment Protection. You should carefully read the contract for a full explanation of the terms.



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