Imagine You Have Decided You Need A New Car But Not Any
Imagine That You Have Decided You Need A New Car But Not Any Car Will
Imagine that you have decided you need a new car, but not any car will do; you have decided to purchase the car of your dreams. Conduct some research as to the cost of this car. You have determined in this imagined scenario that you could afford to make a 10% down payment. You can borrow the balance either from your local bank using a four-year loan or from the dealership’s finance company. If you purchase from your dealership’s finance company, the APR will be 10% with your 10% down and monthly payments over three years. However, the dealership will give you a rebate of 5% of the car price after the three-year term is complete. You want the best deal possible, so you consider the following questions: What type of car have you selected, and what will it cost? What is the interest rate from your local bank for a car loan for four years? What will your payment be to your local bank, assuming your 10% down payment? Be sure to use the formula provided in Chapter 4 and show your work. How much will that car have cost in four years? What will your payment be to the dealership finance company assuming your 10% down payment? Be sure to use the formula provided in Chapter 4 and show your work. How much will that car have cost in 3 years? Which is the better deal and why? Go to the Under: Bonds Center click Bond Screener: Click the Corporate check box under Bond Type then click Find Bonds. Choose any bond. Assume interest rates for bonds today is 5% for an AAA rated bond. Calculate the price of the bond you have selected relative to the 5%. Is the bond selling at a premium or a discount? Why? Be sure to show how you arrived at your answer. What other factors may influence the value of a bond?
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The decision to purchase a new car involves careful financial analysis to ensure the best deal and understanding of long-term costs. In this scenario, I will assume I have selected a luxury sedan valued at $40,000, which aligns with the "car of my dreams." The choice reflects a balance between aspiration and affordability, involving a significant investment that warrants thorough analysis of financing options and their implications over time.
The Cost of the Car and Initial Down Payment
The total cost of the selected car is $40,000. A 10% down payment means I will pay $4,000 upfront, leaving a balance of $36,000 to be financed. This initial payment reduces the amount I need to borrow, lowering my monthly payments and overall interest paid over the loan period, whether through the bank or the dealership.
Bank Loan Analysis
The interest rate from my local bank for a four-year car loan is estimated at 6%, a common rate based on current market conditions for secured auto loans (Kearney & Porter, 2020). To calculate my monthly payment, I will use the standard loan amortization formula:
\[
PMT = \frac{P \times r(1+r)^n}{(1+r)^n - 1}
\]
where \(P\) is the loan amount ($36,000), \(r\) is the monthly interest rate (annual rate divided by 12), and \(n\) is the total number of payments (48 months).
Substituting in the values:
\[
r = \frac{6\%}{12} = 0.005
\]
\[
n = 4 \times 12 = 48
\]
The monthly payment calculation becomes:
\[
PMT = \frac{36,000 \times 0.005 \times (1 + 0.005)^{48}}{(1 + 0.005)^{48} - 1}
\]
Calculating:
\[
(1 + 0.005)^{48} \approx 1.270
\]
\[
PMT = \frac{36,000 \times 0.005 \times 1.270}{1.270 - 1} = \frac{36,000 \times 0.00635}{0.270} \approx \frac{228.6}{0.270} \approx 847.78
\]
Therefore, the monthly payment to the bank is approximately $847.78. Over 4 years, total payments will amount to:
\[
847.78 \times 48 = 40,694.24
\]
The total interest paid over the term:
\[
40,694.24 - 36,000 = 4,694.24
\]
The total cost of the car in four years, including principal and interest, is approximately $40,694.24, slightly higher than the initial price due to interest charges.
Dealership Financing Analysis
The dealership offers a financing plan at a 10% APR with monthly payments over three years (36 months) and a 5% rebate after three years. First, I calculate the monthly payments:
\[
P = \$36,000,\quad r = \frac{10\%}{12} = 0.008333,\quad n=36
\]
Using the same amortization formula:
\[
PMT = \frac{36,000 \times 0.008333 \times (1 + 0.008333)^{36}}{(1 + 0.008333)^{36} - 1}
\]
Calculating:
\[
(1 + 0.008333)^{36} \approx 1.374
\]
\[
PMT = \frac{36,000 \times 0.008333 \times 1.374}{1.374 - 1} = \frac{36,000 \times 0.01145}{0.374} \approx \frac{412.2}{0.374} \approx 1101.07
\]
Total payments over three years:
\[
1101.07 \times 36 = 39,639.72
\]
Since the dealership offers a 5% rebate after three years, the rebate amount is:
\[
0.05 \times 40,000 = 2,000
\]
Effective cost of the car after rebate:
\[
40,000 - 2,000 = 38,000
\]
Total amount paid over three years is approximately $39,639.72, which exceeds the net cost of $38,000. To analyze the total actual cost, we consider the rebate as a reduction in the final price, but the total payments are higher, indicating the effective financing cost. In four years, if I extend the plan or consider refinancing options, the total cost can be reassessed.
Cost Comparison After Four Years
At the end of four years, proper comparison involves total payments, interest, rebates, and remaining values. The bank loan results in total payments of about $40,694.24 with interest. The dealership plan, with a rebate, effectively reduces the car's net cost to $38,000, but the total payments over three years are about $39,639.72, and the residual value or payoff at four years could be considered as the remaining balance plus interest if extending financing.
The bank loan's total cost includes interest paid over four years, making it slightly more expensive than the initial price once interest is accounted for. The dealership plan's benefits include the rebate, which reduces the overall purchase price, making it a more economical option if considering just the financial outlay.
The better deal depends on the total cost, interest rates, and rebates; in this case, the dealership's rebate and shorter term suggest it may be more advantageous, provided the vehicle retains value beyond the rebate period.
Bond Price Calculation
Moving to bonds, suppose I choose an AAA-rated corporate bond with a face value of $1,000, a coupon rate of 4%, and 10 years to maturity. Considering current market interest rates at 5%, I will calculate the bond's price relative to the 5% rate. The bond's price represents the present value of its future cash flows – coupons and face value – discounted at the current market rate.
The annual coupon payment = $1,000 \times 4% = $40. The present value of coupons (annuity) and face value (lump sum) are calculated separately:
\[
PV_{coupons} = C \times \frac{1 - (1 + r)^{-n}}{r}
\]
\[
PV_{face} = F \times (1 + r)^{-n}
\]
where \(C = 40\), \(F= 1,000\), \(r= 0.05\), and \(n=10\). Calculating:
\[
PV_{coupons} = 40 \times \frac{1 - (1 + 0.05)^{-10}}{0.05} \approx 40 \times 7.7217 = 308.87
\]
\[
PV_{face} = 1,000 \times (1 + 0.05)^{-10} \approx 1,000 \times 0.6139 = 613.91
\]
Total bond price:
\[
PV = PV_{coupons} + PV_{face} \approx 308.87 + 613.91 = 922.78
\]
Since this value ($922.78) is less than the face value of $1,000, the bond is selling at a discount. This occurs because the coupon rate (4%) is lower than the current market interest rate (5%), making the bond less attractive unless it is sold at a discount.
Factors Influencing Bond Values
Several factors influence bond prices beyond prevailing interest rates. These include credit risk (the issuer's likelihood of default), inflation expectations, interest rate volatility, and economic outlooks (Bodie, Kane, & Marcus, 2014). A decline in credit quality leads to lower bond prices, while favorable economic conditions and low inflation tend to stabilize or increase bond value. Additionally, changes in monetary policy, geopolitical events, and fiscal policy can impact bond markets significantly.
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