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Buying and financing a Buick or GMC in Midlothian, VA

Updated . Written by the Haley Buick GMC Midlothian sales and finance team.

The short answer

A new Buick or GMC at Haley Buick GMC Midlothian starts at $24,700 MSRP (2026 Buick Envista) and runs past $100,000 for a Yukon Denali Ultimate. In Virginia you'll add the 4.15% motor vehicle sales and use tax, title and registration fees and our $799 dealer processing fee, and every purchase includes the Haley Advantage: a 90-day limited warranty, a 3-day return window and lifetime Virginia state inspections on qualified vehicles.

At a glance

Lowest 2026 starting MSRP
$24,700 (Buick Envista)
Virginia sales and use tax
4.15% of the sale price
Dealer processing fee
$799
Return window
3 days on qualified vehicles
On this page
  1. What a new Buick or GMC costs in 2026
  2. How to buy a car in Virginia, step by step
  3. Your out-the-door price in Virginia
  4. Financing: rates, terms and what they really cost
  5. The car loan interest deduction: which models qualify
  6. Lease or buy?
  7. Trading in, including if you owe more than it's worth
  8. What the Haley Advantage includes
  9. When is the best time to buy?
  10. Military, veterans and first responders
  11. Guides in this center
  12. Frequently asked questions

What a new Buick or GMC costs in 2026

Here is every new model we sell, from least to most expensive, with the starting MSRP the manufacturer advertises. These figures exclude the destination charge ($1,995 to $2,795 depending on the model), taxes, title, registration and dealer fees, so use them to compare models, not to budget.

2026 Buick and GMC starting prices
ModelTypeStarting MSRPSeatsBest for
Buick EnvistaSmall crossover$24,7005First-time buyers and commuters who want style on a budget
Buick Encore GXSmall SUV$26,8955Commuters who want available AWD in a small footprint
GMC TerrainCompact SUVabout $30,2005Compact-SUV shoppers who want a GMC look and an AT4 option
GMC Sierra 1500Full-size pickup$38,3003-6Everything from work trucks to luxury Denali pickups
GMC CanyonMid-size pickup$38,9005Truck buyers who need to fit a garage or tow up to 7,700 lbs
Buick EnvisionCompact luxury SUV$41,3005Drivers moving up from a small SUV who want more power and room
GMC AcadiaMid-size 3-row SUVabout $43,8007-8Families who need a third row and 5,000 lbs of towing
Buick EnclaveMid-size 3-row SUV$46,4007Families who want a quieter, more upscale third-row SUV
GMC Sierra EVElectric pickuplow $60,000s5Truck owners with home charging who want electric torque
GMC YukonFull-size SUVabout $69,6007-9Large families and towing up to about 8,400 lbs
GMC Yukon XLExtended full-size SUVabout $72,6007-9Large families who need cargo space behind the third row

Starting MSRPs as published by GMC.com, Buick.com and GM pricing reports, fall 2026; excludes destination, tax, title, registration and dealer fees. GM changes pricing during the model year, so check the live price on any vehicle in our inventory.

For live prices on the exact vehicles on our lot, browse new inventory. Our deep inventory of premium trims, including GMC Denali Ultimate and Buick Avenir models, means the top of this range is usually in stock to see in person.

How to buy a car in Virginia, step by step

  1. Set a monthly budget, not just a price. Include insurance, fuel and Chesterfield's personal property tax, which arrives each June.
  2. Get pre-qualified. We offer pre-qualification through GM Financial and Capital One, and you can bring outside approval from your bank or credit union.
  3. Value your trade. Get an offer from Haley Buys Cars and know your loan payoff before you shop.
  4. Pick two or three vehicles and test-drive them back to back. Our loop on Midlothian Turnpike and Route 288 covers stop-and-go traffic and highway merges.
  5. Ask for an itemized out-the-door quote. It should show the price, tax, title, registration, processing fee and any add-on products as separate lines.
  6. Review financing and protection products in the finance office. Every product beyond the vehicle itself is optional; ask what each one costs per month.
  7. Take delivery and use your Haley Advantage. Your 3-day return window starts at delivery on qualified vehicles, and your first oil change and lifetime state inspections are already included.

Your out-the-door price in Virginia

Virginia doesn't cap dealer processing fees, so the most useful number to compare between dealers is the out-the-door price: the total you'll pay before any trade-in credit. Here is how it adds up on a $50,000 vehicle.

Welcome to Virginia sign beside an interstate highway
Virginia charges a 4.15% motor vehicle sales and use tax when you title a vehicle, plus title and registration fees.
Illustrative Virginia out-the-door price on a $50,000 vehicle
Line itemAmountHow it's set
Vehicle sale price$50,000.00Negotiated price, after any GM incentives
Virginia motor vehicle sales and use tax (4.15%)$2,075.00Set by the state; $75 minimum
Virginia title fee$15.00Set by Virginia DMV
Registration (1 year, vehicle over 4,000 lbs)about $45.75Set by DMV; varies by weight and plate type
Dealer processing fee$799.00Haley Buick GMC Midlothian's documentation and processing charge
Estimated out-the-door totalabout $52,934.75Before trade-in credit

Illustrative only. Virginia DMV determines the taxable amount and current fees; your itemized quote shows the exact figures for your vehicle, county and plate. A trade-in lowers the amount you finance but does not reduce Virginia's sales and use tax.

For a line-by-line walkthrough of every fee, including what the processing fee covers, see our guide to out-the-door pricing in Virginia.

Financing: rates, terms and what they really cost

Your rate depends on your credit, the term, the vehicle and current manufacturer offers through GM Financial, which change monthly. The term you choose matters as much as the rate. Stretching a loan lowers the payment but raises the total interest you pay.

Car key fob, wallet and pen on auto loan paperwork
Compare the term as well as the rate: on $40,000 at 7.0% APR, an 84-month loan costs about $3,190 more in interest than a 60-month loan.
The cost of a longer loan: $40,000 financed at 7.0% APR
TermMonthly paymentTotal interest paidTrade-off
60 months$792$7,523Highest payment, least interest, builds equity fastest
72 months$682$9,101The most common middle ground
84 months$604$10,711Lowest payment, but you may owe more than the vehicle is worth for years

Example for comparison only; not an offer of credit. Your rate and terms depend on credit approval.

Our finance team works with a wide range of credit situations and with GM Financial and Capital One. Estimate your own payment with our Virginia car payment calculator, or if you'd rather know where you stand before you visit, get pre-qualified online.

The car loan interest deduction: which models qualify

For tax years 2025 through 2028, buyers who finance a new, U.S.-assembled vehicle for personal use can deduct up to $10,000 a year of loan interest, whether they itemize or take the standard deduction. The deduction begins to phase out at $100,000 of modified adjusted gross income for single filers and $200,000 for joint filers. Leases, used vehicles and business-use vehicles don't qualify.

2026 Buick and GMC final assembly and likely eligibility
ModelFinal assemblyLikely status
GMC Acadia, Buick EnclaveLansing, MichiganLikely eligible
GMC Yukon, Yukon XLArlington, TexasLikely eligible
GMC CanyonWentzville, MissouriLikely eligible
GMC Sierra 1500Fort Wayne, Indiana, or Silao, MexicoDepends on the specific truck
GMC TerrainSan Luis Potosí, MexicoNot eligible
Buick Envista, Encore GXSouth KoreaNot eligible
Buick EnvisionChinaNot eligible

Always confirm the final assembly point printed on the window sticker or with NHTSA's VIN decoder before relying on the deduction. General information, not tax advice; consult a tax professional.

Worked example: $50,000 financed at 6.9% for 72 months is about $850 a month, with roughly $3,232 of interest in the first year. At a 22% federal bracket, deducting that interest would lower the tax bill by about $711. We'll show you the window sticker on any vehicle before you sign. Read the full model-by-model eligibility list.

Lease or buy?

Leasing vs. buying a new Buick or GMC
LeaseBuy (finance)
Monthly paymentUsually lowerUsually higher
Ownership at the endReturn it, buy it out or trade itYou own it once the loan is paid
Mileage limitsYes, with per-mile charges over the limitNone
Car loan interest deductionNot eligibleEligible on qualifying U.S.-assembled models
Wear and customizationExcess wear is charged at turn-inYour choice
Best fitDrivers who want a new vehicle every 2-3 years and drive predictable milesDrivers who keep vehicles 5+ years, tow, or drive a lot

GM Financial lease offers change monthly and carry required disclosures, so we list current offers on our specials page rather than here. Our lease vs. buy guide works through the math on a real Sierra and Acadia.

Trading in, including if you owe more than it's worth

Late-model trucks and SUVs bought at 2021-2023 prices are now worth less than many owners expect. Nearly three in ten trade-ins were underwater in late 2025, owing an average of $7,214 more than the vehicle was worth (Edmunds). If that's you, the difference can be rolled into a new loan, but it raises your payment and the total interest you pay.

  • Know your payoff. Get it from your lender before you shop; it's different from your balance.
  • Get a written offer.Haley Buys Cars gives you a number whether or not you buy from us.
  • Consider waiting. If you're more than a few thousand dollars underwater and the vehicle is reliable, paying it down for a year can save more than any incentive.
  • Bring records. Service history and completed recall paperwork, especially on a 6.2L Sierra or Yukon, support your truck's value.

See our guide to negative-equity trade-ins for worked examples.

What the Haley Advantage includes

Every vehicle purchase at Haley Buick GMC Midlothian includes the Haley Advantage at no additional charge. It's the clearest difference between buying here and buying elsewhere.

The Haley Advantage
BenefitWhat it means for you
Haley Preferred 90-day limited warrantyComprehensive limited coverage on qualified vehicles for the first 90 days
3-day return windowBring a qualified vehicle back if it isn't the right fit
Lifetime Virginia state inspectionsYour annual safety inspection, at no charge, for as long as you own the vehicle
First oil changeIncluded on us
Multipoint inspections and pre-vacation checkupsA technician looks it over before a road trip
Loaner vehicles during major serviceKeep moving while major repairs are done
24-hour roadside assistanceFor up to one year
Haley Advantage RewardsPoints toward service, plus 5,000 bonus points for educators, first responders, law enforcement and military
Pre-owned extrasPre-delivery inspection and a complimentary Carfax report

Qualified vehicles only; see dealer for details. Ask about Advantage Plus, our upgraded tier.

Full terms are on our Haley Advantage page.

When is the best time to buy?

For most shoppers, late November through December is one of the strongest windows of the year, because dealers are making room for the next model year and GM incentives often peak at year-end. Two things specific to this year are worth weighing:

  • Sierra 1500 shoppers: 2026 is expected to be the final year of the current-generation Sierra 1500 before an all-new 2027 arrives. A leftover 2026 is a proven design at a closeout price; a 2027 brings new styling and technology at a new-model price.
  • Tax timing: interest you pay in 2026 on a qualifying loan counts on your 2026 return, so buying in December rather than January gets you a partial year of deductible interest sooner.

Read our 2026 year-end buying guide for a model-by-model take on buying now or waiting.

Military, veterans and first responders

We're the closest of Richmond's Buick GMC dealers to Fort Lee in Prince George County and to Defense Supply Center Richmond in Chesterfield. Military members, veterans, first responders, law enforcement and educators receive 5,000 bonus Haley Advantage Rewards points, and GM offers a separate military purchase program whose current terms we'll confirm for you. Our military car-buying guide covers registering a car in Virginia as an out-of-state service member and buying before a PCS move.

Guides in the Buying & Financing Center

Each guide below goes deeper on one topic from this page. New guides are added as they publish.

What the Haley Advantage includesWarranty, 3-day return, lifetime inspections and rewards.
Out-the-door price in Virginia, line by lineEvery tax and fee on a real Sierra or Enclave quote.Publishing Oct 23
Used cars for sale in MidlothianEvery make on our lot, with the Haley Advantage.Publishing Oct 28
Which 2026 models qualify for the loan interest deductionModel-by-model list with assembly plants.Publishing Oct 30
Car payment calculator for VirginiaMonthly payment with Virginia tax and fees built in.Publishing Nov 4
Military and veteran car-buying guideGM military program, Fort Lee and DSCR buyers.Publishing Nov 6
Negative-equity trade-insWhat to do if you owe more than it's worth.Publishing Nov 13
Black Friday, December or wait for 2027?When to buy, model by model.Publishing Nov 19
How to spot a flood-damaged used carTitle checks and physical warning signs.Publishing Nov 25
Lease or buy in 2026?The math with the deduction and Virginia car tax.Publishing Dec 15
How to claim the car loan interest deductionSchedule 1-A, step by step.Publishing Jan 8
How long should a car loan be?Average loan length and 60 vs. 72 vs. 84 months.Publishing Jan 11

Frequently asked questions

How much is sales tax on a car in Virginia?

Virginia charges a 4.15% motor vehicle sales and use tax on the sale price, with a $75 minimum. It's collected when the vehicle is titled. Chesterfield County also charges an annual personal property tax on vehicles, billed separately and due June 5.

What is the dealer processing fee at Haley Buick GMC Midlothian?

Our dealer processing fee is $799. Virginia doesn't cap processing fees, which is why we recommend comparing out-the-door prices between dealers rather than advertised prices.

Can I return a car I bought from Haley Buick GMC Midlothian?

Yes. Qualified vehicles come with a 3-day return window as part of the Haley Advantage. Ask your salesperson which conditions apply to the vehicle you're buying.

Which Buick and GMC models qualify for the car loan interest deduction?

Based on 2026 final assembly locations, the GMC Acadia, Yukon, Yukon XL and Canyon and the Buick Enclave are likely eligible; the Sierra 1500 depends on the specific truck; and the Terrain, Envista, Encore GX and Envision are not eligible. Confirm the final assembly point on the window sticker. This is general information, not tax advice.

Can I get financing with less-than-perfect credit?

Yes. Our finance team works with a wide range of credit situations through GM Financial, Capital One and other lenders. Pre-qualifying online shows you where you stand before you visit.

Is it better to lease or buy a GMC in 2026?

Buying usually wins if you keep vehicles more than five years, drive a lot, tow, or plan to use the car loan interest deduction, which doesn't apply to leases. Leasing can win if you want a lower payment and a new vehicle every two or three years.

Do I have to finance through the dealer?

No. You can bring approval from your own bank or credit union, pay cash, or compare it against our GM Financial and Capital One offers.

What's included with every purchase?

The Haley Advantage: a 90-day limited warranty, 3-day return window, lifetime Virginia state inspections, first oil change, loaners during major service, up to one year of 24-hour roadside assistance and Haley Advantage Rewards, on qualified vehicles.

Talk to a real person at Haley Buick GMC Midlothian

9831 Midlothian Turnpike, Richmond, VA 23235. Sales Mon-Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-6pm. Service and Parts Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-2pm.