Drivetime Automotive 10-K 25 Mar 14 2013 FY Annual report Financial data

Document_And_Entity_Informatio

Document And Entity Information (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Jun. 30, 2013
Document Type	'10-K	'
Amendment Flag	'false	'
Document Period End Date	31-Dec-13	'
Document Fiscal Year Focus	'2013	'
Document Fiscal Period Focus	'FY	'
Entity Registrant Name	'DRIVETIME AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC	'
Entity Central Index Key	'0001012704	'
Current Fiscal Year End Date	'--12-31	'
Entity Filer Category	'Non-accelerated Filer	'
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	'No	'
Entity Public Float	'	$0
Entity Current Reporting Status	'Yes	'
Entity Voluntary Filers	'No	'
DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]	'	'
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding	101.7696	'
DT Acceptance Corp [Member]	'	'
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding	101.7696	'

Consolidated_Balance_Sheets

Consolidated Balance Sheets (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
ASSETS	'		'
Cash and Cash Equivalents	$30,754		$26,478
Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	114,868		107,072
Finance Receivables	1,938,931		1,661,662
Allowance for Credit Losses	-299,516		-252,590
Finance Receivables, net	1,639,415		1,409,072
Vehicle Inventory, net	319,567		270,733
Property and Equipment, net	103,660		93,141
Lease Fleet Vehicles, net	31,161		0
Other Assets	58,087		40,218
Shareholder Notes Receivable	28,542		0
Assets of Discontinued Operation	0		42,403
Total Assets	2,326,054		1,989,117
LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY	'		'
Payables and Other Accrued Expenses	108,749		95,267
Accrued Expenses-Related Party	647		818
Deferred Revenue	42,133		2,501
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	283,400		57,200
Portfolio Term Financings	987,821		1,049,478
Senior Secured Notes Payable	253,316		193,320
Senior Secured Notes Payable-Related Party	0		5,000
Other Secured Notes Payable	161,964		117,281
Liabilities of Discontinued Operations	0		699
Total Liabilities	1,838,030		1,521,564
Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG:	'		'
Total Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG	488,287		467,553
Non-Controlling Interest-DTAC (2)	-263		'
Total Equity	488,024		467,553
Total Liabilities & Shareholders’ Equity	2,326,054		1,989,117
DTAG [Member]	'		'
Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG:	'		'
Common Stock	0		0
Paid-in Capital	147,729		147,117
Retained Earnings / (Loss)	-45,650		8,931
Total Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG	102,079		156,048
Inilex [Member]	'		'
Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG:	'		'
Non-Controlling Interest-DTAC (2)	-263	[1]	0	[1]
DTAC [Member]	'		'
Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG:	'		'
Non-Controlling Interest-DTAC (2)	$386,208	[2]	$311,505	[2]
[1]	Refer to Note 20 for Consolidating Financial Information and discussion regarding non-controlling interest-Inilex.
[2]	Refer to Note 20 for Consolidating Financial Information and discussion regarding non-controlling interest-DTAC.

Consolidated_Statements_Of_Ope

Consolidated Statements Of Operations (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012		Dec. 31, 2011
Revenue:	'		'		'
Sales Revenue	$1,055,504		$920,507		$838,242
Interest Income	327,798		299,382		283,065
Other Income	17,594		1,175		660
Total Revenue	1,400,896		1,221,064		1,121,967
Costs and Expenses:	'		'		'
Cost of Sales	731,190		607,932		544,504
Provision for Credit Losses	308,332		253,603		207,198
Portfolio Debt Interest Expense	42,196		41,978		43,475
Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense	2,552		4,644		3,034
Senior Secured Debt Interest Expense	29,919		26,209		23,861
Senior Secured Debt Interest Expense—Related party	406		261		2,680
Selling and Marketing	32,138		28,015		22,790
General and Administrative	184,971		165,393		157,201
General and Administrative—Related party	10,835		10,873		11,001
Depreciation Expense	25,032		19,740		16,075
Total Costs and Expenses	1,367,571		1,158,648		1,031,819	[1]
Income Before Income Taxes	33,325		62,416		90,148
Income Tax Expense	1,609		1,194		1,221
Net Income From Continuing Operations	31,716		61,222		88,927
Loss from Discontinued Operations (net of taxes)	-1,956		-1,869		-789
Net Income	29,760		59,353		88,138
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest1	-548		0		0
Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	30,308		59,353		88,138
Net Loss Attributable to Non-Controlling Interest-DTAC (1)	-216,753	[2]	-178,318	[2]	-128,765	[2]
DTAG [Member]	'		'		'
Costs and Expenses:	'		'		'
Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	$247,061		$237,671		$216,903
[1]	Includes net loss on extinguishment of debt.
[2]	Refer to Note 20 for Consolidating Financial Information and discussion regarding non-controlling interest.

Consolidated_Statements_of_Sha

Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity (USD $)	Total	Paid-in Capital [Member]	Retained Earnings / (Loss) [Member]	DTAC [Member]		Inilex [Member]
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified				Noncontrolling Interest [Member]		Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Balances, beginning at Dec. 31, 2010	$418,767	$144,942	($2,383)	$276,208	[1]	'
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]	'	'	'	'		'
Net Income (Loss) for the Year	88,138	'	216,903	-128,765	[1]	'
Non-Cash Compensation Expense-Related Party	2,789	1,394	'	1,395	[1]	'
Dividends-Related Party	-51,845	'	'	-51,845	[1]	'
Intercompany Transfers of Loans	'	'	-211,992	211,992	[1]	'
Balances, ending at Dec. 31, 2011	457,849	146,336	2,528	308,985	[1]	'
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]	'	'	'	'		'
Net Income (Loss) for the Year	59,353	'	237,671	-178,318	[1]	'
Non-Cash Compensation Expense-Related Party	1,546	781	'	765	[1]	'
Dividends-Related Party	-51,195	'	'	-51,195	[1]	'
Intercompany Transfers of Loans	'	'	-231,268	231,268	[1]	'
Balances, ending at Dec. 31, 2012	467,553	147,117	8,931	311,505	[1]	'
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]	'	'	'	'		'
Net Income (Loss) for the Year	29,760	'	247,061	-216,753	[1]	-548	[1]
Non-Cash Compensation Expense-Related Party	1,239	612	'	627	[1]	'
Dividends-Related Party	-13,701	'	'	-13,701	[1]	'
Intercompany Transfers of Loans	'	'	-304,944	304,944	[1]	'
Other Equity Transactions	3,173	'	3,302	-414	[1]	285	[1]
Balances, ending at Dec. 31, 2013	$488,024	$147,729	($45,650)	$386,208	[1]	($263)	[1]
[1]	Refer to Note 20 for Consolidating Financial Information and discussion regarding non-controlling interest.

Consolidated_Statements_Of_Cas

Consolidated Statements Of Cash Flows (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Net income	$29,760	$59,353	$88,138
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest1	548	0	0
Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	30,308	59,353	88,138
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	1,956	1,869	789
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Provision for Credit Losses	308,332	253,603	207,198
Depreciation Expense	25,032	19,740	16,075
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	6,284	8,163	11,880
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	1,239	1,546	2,789
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	-145	-153	81
Originations of Finance Receivables	-1,106,422	-917,093	-829,141
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	572,757	559,092	540,450
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	-5,011	-4,252	-1,011
Increase in Inventory	-48,834	-58,403	-66,286
Increase in Other Assets	-12,432	-3,319	-2,814
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Revenue	39,632	2,393	-28
Increase / (Decrease) in Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses	14,460	8,488	9,083
Increase (Decrease) in Accrued Expenses-Related Party	-171	20	-1,561
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Continuing Operations	-173,015	-68,953	-24,358
Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Discontinued Operations	761	-925	-838
Net Cash Used By Operating Activities	-172,254	-69,878	-25,196
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:	'	'	'
Purchase of Property and Equipment	1,748	1,895	519
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	-36,271	-24,481	-44,174
Purchase of Lease Fleet	-33,022	0	0
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	85,074	0	0
Increase in Other Investments	-3,200	0	0
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	14,329	-22,586	-43,655
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operations	-74,629	-41,971	-630
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	-60,300	-64,557	-44,285
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:	'	'	'
(Increase) Decrease in Restricted Cash	-8,242	15,421	18,193
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	-9,000	-15,864	-13,199
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	9,446	-6,913	-22,819
Additions to Portfolio Term Financings	543,890	857,246	707,947
Repayments of Portfolio Term Financings	-605,349	-590,151	-339,110
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	1,034,300	827,300	970,600
Repayments of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	-808,100	-911,492	-1,232,215
Additions to Senior Secured Notes Payable	55,500	0	0
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	58,871	83,968	44,500
Repayments of Other Secured Notes Payable	-14,188	-65,982	-542
Payment of Debt Issuance Costs	-6,597	-7,343	-9,788
Dividend Distributions - Related Party	-13,701	-51,195	-51,845
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities	236,830	134,995	71,722
Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents	4,276	560	2,241
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	26,478	25,918	23,677
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	30,754	26,478	25,918
Cash and Cash Equivalents of Discontinued Operations at End of Period	0	2	12
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continuing Operations at End of Period	30,754	26,480	25,930
Supplemental Statement of Cash Flow Information:	'	'	'
Interest Paid	74,088	72,872	70,648
Interest Paid-Related Party	406	261	2,680
Income Taxes Paid	899	1,506	1,078
Supplemental Statement of Non-Cash Investing and Financing Activities:	'	'	'
Purchase of Property and Equipment Under Capital Lease	978	91	922
Disposal of Fully Depreciated Property & Equipment	1,712	1,746	1,855
Receipt of Shareholder Notes Receivable - Related Party	$28,542	$0	$0

Description_Of_Business_Owners

Description Of Business, Ownership Formation, Basis Of Presentation, And Principles Of Consolidation	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]	'
Description Of Business, Ownership Formation, Basis Of Presentation, And Principles Of Consolidation	'
	(1) Description of Business, Ownership Formation, Basis of Presentation, and Principles of Consolidation
	Description of Business
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. (“DTAG”) (referred to herein as “we,” “our,” “the Company,” and “us”), through its subsidiaries, owns and operates used automobile dealerships in the United States focusing on the sale and financing of used vehicles to the subprime credit market. The subprime credit market is comprised of customers with modest incomes who have experienced credit difficulties, have very limited credit histories, and/or do not have access to obtain their own source of financing from third-party finance companies. Therefore, we provide financing for substantially all of the vehicles we sell. As many of our customers may be unable to obtain financing to acquire a vehicle from another company, financing is an essential component of the services we provide our customers. We fund this portfolio primarily through portfolio warehouse facilities, securitizations, and other portfolio term financings.
	Ownership
	DTAG and its consolidated sister company DT Acceptance Corporation ("DTAC") operate collectively, generally with DTAG directing our retail vehicle sales operations and DTAC directing our financing and collections operations. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, the shareholders of DTAG and DTAC were Ernest C. Garcia II (Executive Chairman) and the Garcia Family Trusts (collectively, herein also referred to as “Principal Shareholder” or “Mr. Garcia”) owning 100.0 shares, or 98.3% of each of DTAG and DTAC, and Raymond C. Fidel (President and CEO) owning 1.8 shares or 1.7% of each of DTAG and DTAC.
	Basis of Presentation
	We have determined that DTAC is a variable interest entity (“VIE”) and DTAG is the primary beneficiary of DTAC. Therefore, the accounts of DTAG and DTAC are consolidated and intercompany transactions between DTAG and DTAC are eliminated in consolidation. We determined DTAG is the primary beneficiary of DTAC because DTAG has both (1) the power to direct the activities of DTAC that most significantly impact DTAC’s economic performance and (2) a potentially significant variable interest that carries with it the obligation to absorb the losses or the right to receive benefits of DTAC. DTAG has the power to direct the activities of DTAC because it originates and sells 100% of the loans DTAC is required to purchase, sets underwriting standards and origination terms, sets servicing and collection policies administered by DTAC, and DTAC was specifically created and designed by DTAG to obtain third party financing for DTAG’s originations. DTAG also has potentially significant variable interests in the form of debt capital provided to DTAC through various debt issuances, guarantees of DTAC’s debt, as well as operational liabilities owed to DTAG, all of which carry the obligation to absorb losses or receive benefits of DTAC. Creditors of DTAC generally do not have recourse to the general credit of DTAG, except that the special purpose entity ("SPE") related to our term residual facility entered into a demand note with DTAC. The demand note is guaranteed by DTAG. (See Note 8 — Debt Obligations for further information.)
	Total assets of DTAC consolidated into DTAG are comprised primarily of net finance receivables, cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, investments held in trust, and deferred financing costs. Total liabilities consolidated into DTAG are comprised primarily of portfolio warehouse, portfolio term, and senior secured debt. Total revenue of DTAC consolidated into DTAG is comprised of interest income. DTAC expenses are comprised of provision for credit losses, interest expense and general and administrative expenses.
	Also included in the consolidated financial statements are SPEs of DTAC, which are all bankruptcy remote entities formed in conjunction with our securitizations, warehouse facilities, residual facility, real estate financing, and bank term financing transactions. We have determined that these SPEs' are VIE's and DTAC is the primary beneficiary. Therefore, all intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation for all periods presented. We determined DTAC is the primary beneficiary of these SPEs because DTAC has both (1) the power to direct the activities of the SPEs that most significantly impact the SPEs' economic performance and (2) a potentially significant variable interest that carries with it the obligation to absorb the losses or the right to receive benefits of DTAC. DTAC has the power to direct the activities of these SPEs because it services the loans in each of the securitizations, warehouse facilities and other lending arrangements. DTAC also has potentially significant variable interests in the form of holding the residual certificates for securitizations and rights to residual cash flows of the warehouse facilities. Creditors of the SPEs generally do not have recourse to the general credit of DTAC, except through servicing performance guarantees.
	In 2013 we acquired a 51% controlling interest in Inilex Inc. ("Inilex"). Inilex is a provider of GPS technology and telemetry solutions and has been our provider of GPS installed on vehicle inventory for approximately the last two years. Prior to the acquisition, we determined Inilex to be a VIE for financial reporting purposes, though we did not previously consolidate the VIE as it was not material. However, we have reflected the prior period effects of the consolidation as an adjustment to the beginning retained earnings. We are required to fully consolidate Inilex's operations, and eliminate all transactions between the entities. As a result of the application of this guidance, the consolidated statements of operations show a net loss attributable to the noncontrolling interest in Inilex, as the profitability of the entity is dependent on its transactions with DriveTime. The benefit of ownership is represented in a lower net sales margin.
	For more information regarding DTAC's financial position and results of operations and the SPEs' financial position and results of operations consolidated into DTAG and DTAC, respectively, see Note 20 — Supplemental Consolidating Financial Information.

Significant_Accounting_Policie

Significant Accounting Policies	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Accounting Policies [Abstract]	'
Significant Accounting Policies	'
	(2) Significant Accounting Policies
	Cash & Cash Equivalents
	We consider all highly liquid investments with original maturities at the date of purchase of three months or less to be cash equivalents. Periodically we maintain cash in excess of the amounts insured by the federal government.
	Finance Receivables
	Finance receivables consist of the aggregate principal balances of installment sales contracts ("loans"), collateralized by used vehicles sold, in our active portfolio, plus accrued interest receivable and direct loan origination costs. Finance receivables are comprised of loans related to used vehicles sold by us, all of which are simple interest loans which may be prepaid without penalty. We do not place loans on nonaccrual status, nor do we classify loans as impaired, since accounts are charged-off when the loans are contractually past due under our charge-off policy.
	Under our charge-off policy, we charge off the entire principal balance, accrued interest and unamortized loan origination costs of receivables that are contractually 91 or more days past due at the end of a month, unless the customer has made a minimum payment that meets certain requirements to keep the account active, in which case the customer loan would not charge off until 120 days contractually past due. At time of charge-off, the accrual of interest is discontinued and any accrued but unpaid interest is reversed and written off and the principal balance is reduced to the net estimated recovery proceeds. Upon vehicle repossession, estimated recoveries are reclassified and recorded as a component of other assets in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets.
	Allowance for Credit Losses
	We maintain an allowance for credit losses on an aggregate basis at a level we consider sufficient to cover probable credit losses inherent in our portfolio of receivables as of each reporting date. We accrue for estimated losses when it is probable that the amount will not be fully collectible and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated. The allowance takes into account a loss emergent period, historical credit loss experience, including timing, frequency and severity of losses. This estimate of existing probable credit losses inherent in the portfolio is primarily based on static pool analyses by month of origination based on origination principal, credit grade mix and deal structure, including down payment and term. The evaluation of the adequacy of the allowance also considers factors and assumptions regarding the overall portfolio quality, delinquency status, the value of the underlying collateral, current economic conditions that may affect the borrowers’ ability to pay and the overall effectiveness of collection efforts.
	The static pool loss curves by grade are adjusted for actual performance to date and historical seasonality patterns. The forecasted periodic loss rates, which drive the forecast for estimated gross losses (before recoveries) are calculated by factoring amortization speed and origination terms. Recoveries are estimated using historical unit and dollar static pool recovery activity to forecast recoveries for estimated charge-offs at the balance sheet date. The forecasted recovery rates (on a per unit basis) are based on the historical unit recovery trends by recovery type as adjusted for estimated impacts of economic and market conditions. Recovery proceeds from non-auction avenues are derived from historical data. Estimated recoveries include proceeds from selling repossessed vehicles at auction, sales tax credits, insurance proceeds, bankruptcy and deficiency collections and refunds to be applied from canceled or terminated service contracts and GAP.
	The allowance model is sensitive to changes in assumptions such that an increase or decrease in our forecasted net charge-offs would increase or decrease the allowance as a percentage of principal outstanding required to be maintained. The amount of our allowance is sensitive to losses within credit grade, recovery values, deal structure, the loss emergence period and overall credit grade mix of the portfolio.
	Vehicle Inventory
	Inventory consists of used vehicles acquired at auction, and are stated at the lower of cost or market value. Vehicle inventory cost is determined by specific identification. Direct and indirect vehicle reconditioning costs including parts and labor, overhead, costs to transport the vehicles to our reconditioning centers and dealership locations, and other incremental costs are capitalized as a component of inventory cost.
	Lease Fleet Vehicles
	Our lease fleet is stated at cost and is shown net of accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is computed using the straight-line method over the three year estimated useful life of the vehicles, and an estimated residual value.
	Property and Equipment
	Property and equipment consists of land, buildings, leasehold improvements, furniture, software, and repairs and maintenance costs that extend the life of an asset. Property and equipment is stated at cost and is shown net of accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is computed using the straight-line method over the estimated useful life of the assets, which range from three to fifteen years for equipment, three to five years for furniture, three years for software, five to ten years for building improvements, and thirty years for buildings. Leasehold improvements are depreciated using the straight-line method over the lesser of the lease term or the estimated useful lives of the related improvements.
	We capitalize direct costs of materials and services consumed in developing or obtaining internal use software. We also capitalize payroll and payroll-related costs for employees who are directly associated with and who devote time to the development of software products for internal use, to the extent of the time spent directly on the project. Capitalization of costs begins during the development stage and ends when the software is available for general use. Amortization of these costs is computed using the straight-line method over the estimated economic life of the software.
	Deferred Financing Costs
	Costs related to obtaining debt financing and capital leases are capitalized and amortized over the term of the related debt using the effective interest method. Unamortized deferred financing costs at December 31, 2013 and 2012 were $14.6 million and $15.0 million, respectively, and are included as a component of other assets on the accompanying consolidated balance sheets. Amortization of deferred financing costs is recorded as component of interest expense, and was $6.3 million, $8.2 million and $11.9 million for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011, respectively.
	Interest Income
	Interest income consists of interest earned on finance receivables, net of amortization of loan origination costs, plus late payment fees and interest earned on investments held in trust. Interest income is recognized on the accrual basis, when earned, based on a simple interest method. Finance Receivables continue to accrue interest until repayment or charge-off. Customer loans may be prepaid without penalty. Direct loan origination costs related to loans originated at our dealerships are deferred and charged against interest income over the life of the related loans using the effective interest method.
	Revenue Recognition
	Revenue is generated through the sale of used vehicles, optional ancillary products, which includes our DriveCare® Extended Vehicle Service Contract ("VSC"), Guaranteed Asset Protection ("GAP") and GPS Monitoring Subscription ("GPS"). We provide all customers with a 30 day/1,500 mile limited maintenance warranty (“Limited Warranty”) with the purchase of any vehicle. The 30 day DriveCare® Limited Warranty is included in the sales price of the vehicle.
	We recognize revenue in accordance with FASB Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) Topic 605-25, Revenue Recognition. We recognize revenue applying the basic revenue recognition criteria (i.e., when persuasive evidence of a sales arrangement exists, delivery has occurred or services are rendered, the sales price or fee is fixed or determinable, and collectibility is reasonably assured). Further, our sales arrangements include multiple elements. As a result, contract interpretation is required to determine the appropriate accounting, including the identification of deliverables considered to be separate units of accounting, the allocation of the transaction price among the elements in the arrangement, and timing of revenue recognition for each of those elements.
	We establish the selling prices used for each deliverable based on vendor-specific objective evidence (“VSOE”) of selling price, if available, third-party evidence ("TPE"), if VSOE of selling price is not available, or estimated selling price ("ESP"), if neither VSOE of selling price nor TPE is available. To determine whether each item in the arrangement meets the separation criteria, DriveTime reviewed each item to determine whether separation of each deliverable is appropriate. We establish VSOE of selling price using the price charged for a deliverable when sold separately and, in rare instances, using the price established by management having the relative authority. TPE of selling price is established by evaluating largely similar and interchangeable competitor products or services in standalone sales to similarly situated customers. ESP is established, based on management's judgment, considering internal factors such as margin objectives, pricing practices and controls, customer segment pricing strategies and the product life cycle. In arrangements with multiple elements, allocation of the transaction price is determined at inception of the arrangement based on each unit of accounting's relative selling price.
	Revenue from used vehicle sales is combined with revenue recognized on ancillary products on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations. For the year ended December 31, 2013 we recognized $13.6 million of ancillary product sales revenue.
	Vehicle Sales
	Vehicle sales are considered a separate deliverable as a vehicle has stand-alone value. Used vehicles have standalone value to the customer as similar vehicles are typically sold on a standalone basis by other auto dealers. Additionally, the used vehicles have value on a standalone basis as customers could resell the vehicle to a different individual on a standalone basis which would allow them to recapture a substantial portion of the selling price of the vehicle.
	Revenue allocated to the vehicle is recognized upon delivery, when the sales contract is signed and the agreed-upon down payment or purchase price has been received. Sales of used vehicles include revenue from the sale of used vehicles, net of a reserve for returns, estimated using historical experience and trends, excluding sales tax. Our reserve for returns was $6.2 million and $5.3 million at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Revenue is recognized at time of sale as persuasive evidence of an arrangement in the form of an installment sales contract exists, we have delivered the vehicle to the customer, transferred title, the sales have a fixed and determinable price, and collectability is reasonably assured.
	30 Day Limited Warranty
	The 30 Day DriveCare® Limited Warranty is not considered a separate deliverable in the arrangement, therefore, it is accounted for in accordance with ASC 450, Contingencies. In accordance with ASC 450, warranties that are not separately priced are generally accounted for by accruing the estimated costs to fulfill the warranty obligation. The amount of revenue related to the product is recognized in full upon the delivery if all other criteria for revenue recognition have been met. Thus, the 30 day DriveCare® Limited Warranty would not be considered a separate deliverable in the arrangement. As a result, we accrue the estimated costs to fulfill the warranty obligation in accordance with ASC 450 at the time of the vehicle sale, as a component of costs of used vehicles sold.
	Vehicle Service Contracts
	The DriveCare® VSC package is a separately priced extended warranty contract that is within the scope of ASC 605-20, Revenue Recognition - Services. According to ASC 605-20, the amount of the transaction price that should be allocated to the separately priced extended warranty contract is the stated contractual amount of the extended coverage. Therefore, the separately priced VSC’s are considered a separate deliverable in the arrangement in which the amount to be deferred is the stated amount of the extended coverage. Revenue is deferred and recognized into sale of used vehicles over a pattern consistent with service repair claims, adjusted for charge-off experience.
	GAP
	GAP has standalone value to the customer as it is a common product sold by many insurance companies in each of the markets where DriveTime operates. If the customer did not obtain the GAP from DriveTime at the time of vehicle sale, the customer could obtain GAP from another vendor and receive the same type of coverage. The price of GAP is deferred and recognized on a straight line basis over the term of the customer’s loan.
	GPS Monitoring Subscription
	We recognize revenue for GPS as a separate element of the sales arrangement, by deferring the revenue over the life of the subscription.
	Lease Vehicles
	DriveTime leases vehicles to customers under a Cancel Anytime Lease™, therefore, leased vehicles are classified as operating leases with lease revenue recognized as payments are received. Origination fees received at lease inception are deferred and recognized on a straight line basis over the term of the lease. Lease revenue is recorded within other income on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations.
	Cost of Sales
	Cost of sales includes the cost to acquire vehicles, standard production costs and the reconditioning and transportation costs associated with preparing the vehicles for resale, and the cost of ancillary products. Direct and indirect vehicle reconditioning costs, including parts and labor, overhead, costs to transport the vehicles to our dealership locations, warranty costs, ancillary product costs and other incremental costs which are allocated to inventory via standard costing, are included in cost of sales. The cost of sales for each used vehicles sold is determined on a specific identification basis.
	Accounting for Transfers of Financial Assets
	Securitizations. We periodically sell loans originated at our dealerships to bankruptcy-remote securitization subsidiaries, which, in turn, transfer the loans to separate trusts that issue notes and certificates collateralized by these loans. The notes (asset-backed securities) are sold to investors, and we retain the residual certificates. We continue to service all securitized loans. We have determined that the trusts are variable interest entities and that DTAC is the primary beneficiary of those trusts, therefore, loans included in the securitization transactions are recorded as finance receivables and the asset-backed securities that are issued by the trusts are recorded as a component of portfolio term financings in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets. The bankruptcy remote securitization subsidiaries are owned and controlled by DTAC.
	Additional credit enhancement is achieved via over collateralization and a cash reserve account is established for the benefit of the Asset-Backed Security note holders. The reserve accounts are classified as restricted cash and investments held in trust in the consolidated balance sheets.
	Warehouse facilities. We utilize portfolio warehouse facilities in order to fund our finance receivable originations. Loans originated are pledged to the warehouse lenders to create borrowing base. The pledge of collateral is accomplished through a transfer from DTAC to the bankruptcy-remote entity (an SPE) formed for each warehouse facility. Although these transfers are treated as true-sales for legal purposes, we have determined these SPEs to be VIEs, for which DTAC is the primary beneficiary, therefore, DTAC consolidates the VIEs and finance receivables pledged to the SPEs and the associated debt of the warehouse facilities are consolidated into our financial statements.
	Bank Term Financing. Under our bank term financings, we pooled loans originated at our dealerships and transferred them to an SPE in a secured financing transaction. We continue to service all transferred loans. This financing was structured similar to a securitization, with only one financial institution investing in the notes of the SPE. Although the transfer of loans was treated as a true sale for legal purposes, we have determined this SPE to be a VIE, for which DTAC is the primary beneficiary, therefore DTAC consolidates the VIE and finance receivables pledged to the SPE and the associated debt into our financial statements.
	Provision for Credit Losses
	Provision for credit losses is the charge recorded to operations in order to maintain an allowance for credit losses adequate to cover losses inherent in our portfolio.
	Advertising
	All costs related to advertising and marketing are expensed in the period incurred. Advertising costs related to production are capitalized, and expensed once the media is aired. We had no capitalized advertising costs as of December 31, 2013 and 2012. Total advertising costs for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011 were $32.1 million, $28.0 million, and $22.3 million, respectively, and are included in selling and marketing expenses on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations.
	Income Taxes
	DTAG and DTAC are both S-corporations for federal and state income tax purposes. There is no provision for income taxes, except for any amount of entity level state tax in certain jurisdictions, and federal income taxes related to two C corporation subsidiaries, one of which is wholly owned with the other majority owned. Income or losses of an S-corporation flow through to the individual shareholders, who report such income or loss on their individual income tax returns.
	Impairment of Long-Lived Assets
	We own some of our used vehicle sales facilities, a reconditioning facility, and an operations call center building. These long-lived assets are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable. Recoverability of assets to be held and used is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of an asset to future undiscounted net cash flows expected to be generated by the asset. If such assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized is measured by the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. Assets to be disposed would be reported at the lower of the carrying amount or fair value less costs to sell, and would no longer be depreciated. At December 31, 2013 and 2012, there were no indications of impairment pertaining to these assets.
	Business Segments
	Business segments are defined as components of an enterprise about which separate financial information is available that is evaluated regularly by the chief operating decision maker in deciding how to allocate resources and in assessing operating performance. With the sale of GO Financial in December 2013, we have determined that we currently operate with one reportable business segment for our operations. See Note 19 — Discontinued Operations for further information.
	Use of Estimates
	The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities. Certain accounting estimates involve significant judgments, assumptions, and estimates by management that have a material impact on the carrying value of certain assets and liabilities, disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities, and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period which management considers to be critical accounting estimates. The judgments, assumptions, and estimates used by management are based on historical experience, management’s experience, and other factors, which are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. Because of the nature of the judgments and assumptions made by management, actual results could differ materially from these judgments and estimates, which could have a material impact on the carrying values of our assets and liabilities and our results of operations.
	Significant items subject to estimates and assumptions include the allowance for credit losses, inventory valuation, fair value measurements, certain legal reserves, our reserve for sales returns and allowances, our recovery receivables, and our service contract accrual. Estimates used in deriving these amounts are described in the footnotes herein. Actual results could differ from these estimates.
	During 2013, we evaluated our recovery estimates related to sales tax in certain states in which we operate. As a result, we identified and recorded an adjustment to our finance receivables and now include an estimate of credits to be received on our sales tax returns related to accrued but charged-off interest and post charge-off interest assessed to customers’ accounts. If this change was not executed, for the year-ended December 31, 2013, net charge-offs would have been $9.4 million higher than reported, provision for credit losses would have been $2.3 million higher than reported, and net income would have been $11.7 million lower than reported. Although the change in estimate may cause our recoveries to be higher than historical rates, we do not expect this change to have a significant impact on 2013 and future net charge-offs or the allowance as a percent of principal outstanding.
	Stock-Based Compensation
	We record compensation expense for awards of restricted stock granted to employees in accordance with ASC 718, “Compensation—Stock Compensation”. Under the fair value recognition provisions of ASC 718, stock-based compensation cost is measured at the grant date based on the fair value. We utilized a third party financial and economic appraiser to assist us in determining the grant-date fair value of the award. The value of the portion of the award that is ultimately expected to vest is recognized as an expense over the requisite service periods using graded vesting (see Note 13 — Shareholders’ Equity, Dividends & Stock Compensation to our consolidated financial statements included herein).
	Reclassifications
Certain prior period amounts have been reclassified to be consistent with current period financial statement presentation. For the year ended December 31, 2012 we reclassified $27.0 million of recovery receivables from other assets to finance receivables and reclassified $2.5 million from payables and other accrued expenses to deferred revenue to be consistent with current period presentation.

Restricted_Cash_And_Investment

Restricted Cash And Investments Held In Trust	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Restricted Cash and Investments [Abstract]	'
Restricted Cash And Investments Held In Trust	'
	(3) Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust
	We maintain various cash accounts, which are pledged as collateral under our debt agreements. We are permitted to invest funds in these accounts in short-term, high quality liquid investments. The following is a summary of restricted cash and investments held in trust:
		31-Dec-13		31-Dec-12
		(In thousands)
	Restricted Cash	$	30,738	$	22,496
	Investments Held in Trust	84,130		84,576
		$	114,868	$	107,072
	Restricted Cash
	Restricted cash consists of cash collections related to loans held in securitization trusts, pledged to our portfolio warehouse facilities and included in bank term financings, which have been collected from customers, but have not yet been submitted to the securitization trustee to which the cash is pledged. Restricted cash is maintained in a trust account for the benefit of the securitization trusts and warehouse facilities, and cannot be accessed by DriveTime. Funds are released by the trustee upon our completion of our monthly reporting and compliance for each trust and warehouse.
	Investments Held in Trust
	We maintain cash reserve accounts on behalf of Asset-Backed Security investors in our securitizations and our bank term financing as a form of credit enhancement. At the time loans are transferred to a trust, a portion of the proceeds from sales of notes are deposited into a reserve account that is pledged to the trusts. We may be required to make additional deposits to reserve accounts from collections on the loans to fund the reserve account to the required target percentage. Balances in the reserve accounts totaled $38.1 million and $33.6 million at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Investments held in trust also include collections related to loans held in securitization trusts and loans included in bank term financing transactions, which have been collected from customers, and submitted to the trustee, but have not yet been paid to the lenders, as appropriate.

Finance_Receivables

Finance Receivables	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Receivables [Abstract]	'
Finance Receivables	'
	(4) Finance Receivables
	The following summarizes the components of finance receivables:
		December 31,
		2013				2012
		(In thousands)
	Principal Balances	$	1,871,576			$	1,601,710
	Recovery Receivables	29,432				27,040
	Accrued Interest	19,522				16,414
	Loan Origination Costs	18,401				16,498
	Total Finance Receivables	$	1,938,931			$	1,661,662
	Our finance receivables are defined as one segment and class of loan, which is the sub-prime consumer auto loan. Therefore, the disaggregation of information into portfolio segment and classes for assets with different risk characteristics is limited, and the level of risks inherent in our financing receivables are managed as one homogeneous pool and further segmented with our proprietary credit scoring system as described below —Credit Quality Indicators. We have chosen our internal customer credit scoring model as our key credit quality indicator because it has a direct and prominent impact in managing our portfolio receivables and monitoring its performance.
	Finance receivables pledged as collateral associated with liabilities in our warehouse facilities, asset-backed securitizations, and bank term financings, are provided in Note 8 — Debt Obligations. We do not place loans on nonaccrual status, nor do we classify loans as impaired, since accounts are charged-off when they become contractually past due under our charge-off policy. The amount charged-off is the difference between estimated recoveries and the carrying amount of the loan. We do not have loans that meet the definition of troubled debt restructurings.
	Credit quality information for our finance receivables portfolio is provided as of the dates indicated below:
	Age Analysis of Past Due Finance Receivables
		December 31,
	Days Delinquent:	2013							2012
		(In thousands)
		Percent of Portfolio			Loan Principal				Percent of Portfolio			Loan Principal
	Current	53.7	%		$	1,005,036			49.1	%		$	786,765
	1-30 Days	30	%		561,473				33	%		528,300
	31-60 Days	9	%		168,442				10	%		161,157
	61-90 Days	4.9	%		91,707				5.1	%		81,378
	91-120 Days	2.4	%		44,918				2.8	%		44,110
	Total Past Due	46.3	%		$	866,540			50.9	%		$	814,945
	Total Finance Receivables	100	%		$	1,871,576			100	%		$	1,601,710
	An account is considered delinquent if a substantial portion of a scheduled payment has not been received by the date such payment was contractually due. Delinquencies may vary from period to period based upon the average age or seasoning of the portfolio, seasonality within the calendar year and economic factors. Delinquencies are presented on a Sunday-to-Sunday basis, which reflects delinquencies as of the nearest Sunday to period end. Sunday is used to eliminate any impact of the day of the week on delinquencies since delinquencies tend to be higher mid-week.
	Credit Quality Indicators
	We monitor our portfolio performance and the credit grade mix of originations. Our proprietary credit grading system segments our customers into credit grades.
	Many companies use FICO scores as a standard metric to assess the credit risk of customers. Our internal scoring models include the use of alternative data sources along with traditional credit bureau data which allow us the ability to separate the credit risk levels of the subprime auto segment into different categories. Our centralized proprietary credit scoring models are currently used to classify customers into various risk grades that are linked to financing parameters. The scoring models are periodically updated to account for changes in loan performance, data sources, geographic presence, economic cycles, and business processes.
	The static-pool tracking of portfolio loss performance is also monitored by credit grade. Our scoring model is comprised of credit grades ranging from A to D, with A being the lowest risk credit grade and a D being the highest risk credit grade. Generally, the lower the risk grade, the lower the unit loss rate.
	Concentration of Credit Risk
	At December 31, 2013, a summary of our portfolio by our internally assigned credit risk ratings was as follows:
	Grade	Average			Percentage of			Total			Percentage of			Total Portfolio
		FICO Score (1)			Portfolio  Contracts			Contracts			Portfolio Principal			Principal
														(In thousands)
	A	547			29	%		43,730			29.5	%		$	551,251
	B	519			38.3	%		57,836			38.9	%		727,192
	C	499			31.4	%		47,339			30.5	%		571,680
	D	480			1.3	%		1,925			1.1	%		21,453
					100	%		150,830			100	%		$	1,871,576
	At December 31, 2012, a summary of our portfolio by our internally assigned credit risk ratings was as follows:
	Grade	Average			Percentage of			Total			Percentage of			Total Portfolio
		FICO Score (1)			Portfolio Contracts			Contracts			Portfolio Principal			Principal
														(In thousands)
	A	548			28.9	%		40,658			29.4	%		$	470,196
	B	517			37.3	%		52,476			38.2	%		612,084
	C	496			32.3	%		45,513			31.1	%		499,009
	D	478			1.5	%		2,101			1.3	%		20,421
					100	%		140,748			100	%		$	1,601,710
	(1)	Average FICO score is provided as an external metric of credit quality, but is generally not utilized to determine internal credit grade. Our internal scoring model is the primary driver of our internal credit grade. Average FICO presented excludes originations with no FICO.
	Our portfolio concentration by state was as follows:
	December 31, 2013									December 31, 2012
	State		Percent of			Loan Principal (In thousands)				State		Percent of			Loan Principal
			Portfolio									Portfolio
	Texas		21.2	%		$	397,438			Texas		23	%		$	369,021
	Florida		15.7	%		294,043				Florida		15.4	%		247,281
	North Carolina		8.7	%		162,749				North Carolina		9.9	%		157,670
	Georgia		7.6	%		142,001				Georgia		7.6	%		122,027
	Arizona		6.4	%		117,861				Arizona		6.8	%		108,792
	All Others (1)		40.4	%		757,484				All Others (2)		37.3	%		596,919
			100	%		$	1,871,576					100	%		$	1,601,710
	(1)    Consists of fifteen additional states wherein the portfolio concentration per state is at or below 6.0%
	(2)    Consists of fourteen additional states wherein the portfolio concentration per state is at or below 6.7%
Allowance for Credit Losses
The following table sets forth the rollforward of the allowance for credit losses for the periods indicated:
	Years Ended December 31,
	2013				2012
Allowance Activity:	(In thousands)
Balance, beginning of period	$	252,590			$	221,533
Provision for credit losses	308,332				253,603
Net charge-offs	(261,406		)		(222,546		)
Balance, end of period	$	299,516			$	252,590
Allowance as a percent of ending principal	16		%		15.7		%
Charge-off Activity:
Principal balances	$	(419,165	)		$	(372,493	)
Recoveries, net	157,759				149,947
Net charge-offs	$	(261,406	)		$	(222,546	)

Property_and_Equipment

Property and Equipment	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]	'
Property and Equipment	'
	(5) Property Plant & Equipment
	A summary of property and equipment follows:
		December 31,
		2013			2012
		(In thousands)
	Land	$	17,270		$	13,313
	Buildings and Improvements	125,724			112,077
	Equipment	50,443			42,993
	Furniture	18,040			17,056
	Software	44,470			37,664
		255,947			223,103
	Less Accumulated Depreciation	(152,287		)	(129,962		)
	Property and Equipment, Net	$	103,660		$	93,141
	We have commitments under capital leases, consisting primarily of software, computer equipment, and reconditioning center equipment classified in Equipment and Software included in the above table. As of December 31, 2013, assets under capital leases had a cost of $5.0 million and accumulated depreciation of $3.1 million. As of December 31, 2012, assets under capital leases had a cost of $5.4 million and accumulated depreciation of $3.1 million. Depreciation expense for capital leases is recorded as a component of depreciation expense on the consolidated statements of operations.
	For the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011, we capitalized $3.9 million, $2.4 million, and $2.6 million, respectively, of payroll and payroll-related costs for employees who are directly associated with and who devote time to the development of software products for internal use, to the extent of the time spent directly on the project.

Leased_Vehicles

Leased Vehicles	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Leased Assets [Abstract]	'
Leased Vehicles	'
	(6) Leased Vehicles
	A summary of our lease fleet follows:
		December 31,
		2013			2012
		(In thousands)
	Lease Fleet Vehicles	$	33,009		$	—
	Less Accumulated Depreciation	(1,848		)	—
	Lease Fleet Vehicles, net	$	31,161		$	—

Other_Assets

Other Assets	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Deferred Costs, Capitalized, Prepaid, and Other Assets Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Other Assets	'
	(7) Other Assets
	A summary of other assets follows:
		December 31,
		2013		2012
		(In thousands)
	Prepaid Assets	$	8,415	$	5,540
	Deferred Financing Costs	14,607		14,996
	Other Assets	35,065		19,682
	Total Other Assets	$	58,087	$	40,218

Debt_Obligations

Debt Obligations	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Debt Obligations	'
	(8) Debt Obligations
	Portfolio Term Financings
	The following is a summary of portfolio term financings:
		December 31,
		2013			2012
	Securitization Debt:	(In thousands)
	Asset-backed security obligations issued pursuant to the Company’s securitizations	$	713,953		$	677,118
	Bank Term Financing:
	Secured financing transaction for our finance receivable portfolio	223,868			347,360
	Portfolio Term Residual Financing:
	Variable rate financing facility secured by residual interests in finance receivables of warehouse facilities and securitization trusts	50,000			25,000
	Total Portfolio Term Financings	$	987,821		$	1,049,478
	Securitization debt
	The following table is a summary of securitization transactions with outstanding balances for each period presented:
			As of December 31, 2013														As of December 31, 2012
			Debt			Gross Receivables				Cash				Interest			Debt			Gross Receivables		Cash		Interest
	Transaction		Balance			Pledged				Reserve (2)				Rate (1)			Balance			Pledged		Reserve (2)		Rate (1)
			(In thousands)														(In thousands)
	2010-1		$	—		$	—			$	—			—	%		$	23,036		$	55,525	$	4,500	3.6	%
	2011-1		22,772			31,271				4,200				3	%		60,335			84,198		4,200		3	%
	2011-2		34,762			41,954				4,500				2.9	%		84,977			103,779		4,500		2.9	%
	2011-3		61,485			75,037				4,500				3.9	%		130,347			159,068		4,500		3.9	%
	2012-1		90,175			117,529				4,500				3.5	%		170,198			219,252		4,500		3.5	%
	2012-2		113,142			138,194				4,500				2.9	%		208,225			251,409		4,500		2.9	%
	2013-1		181,018			233,346				4,500				2.7	%		—			—		—		—	%
	2013-2		210,599			277,023				4,500				2.9	%		—			—		—		—	%
			$	713,953		$	914,354			$	31,200						$	677,118		$	873,231	$	26,700
	(1)    These rates represent the original duration weighted average rates of the outstanding asset-backed securities.
	(2)    Investments held in trust
	Asset-backed securities outstanding are secured by underlying pools of finance receivables (collateral) and investments held in trust (cash reserve). Credit enhancement for the asset-backed securities consists of a reserve account, over collateralization, and subordination of certain classes of notes in each trust to more senior classes of notes in such trust. Over collateralization represents finance receivable principal balance in excess of the face value of asset-backed securities issued. Cash reserves are funded with proceeds from the sale of asset-backed securities and through cash collections. Asset-backed securities outstanding have interest payable monthly at the fixed rates represented in the table above. All securitizations were rated in tranches with credit ratings from AAA to BBB by Standard and Poor's Ratings Service, a Standard & Poor's Financial Services LLC business, and DBRS, Inc., with the 2013-1 & 2013-2 securitizations also rated by Kroll Bond Rating Agency, Inc.
	Individual securitization trusts are not cross-collateralized or cross-defaulted. Additionally, we have the option to purchase the remaining loans in a trust when the remaining principal balances of the loans reach 10% of their original principal balance.
	Bank term financing
	The bank term financing is secured by an underlying pool of finance receivables and a cash reserve account. The amounts outstanding bear interest at LIBOR plus 2.0%, resulting in an interest rate of 2.17% and 2.20% at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. This financing includes overcollateralization and a cash reserve similar to a securitization transaction, but consists of only one class of bonds and is unrated. Finance receivables pledged as collateral were $271.8 million and $443.9 million at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. At both December 31, 2013 and 2012, $6.9 million was held as a cash reserve for this facility.
	Portfolio term residual financing
	The term residual facility is secured by residual interests in our warehouse facilities and securitization trusts. The amounts outstanding under the term residual facility bear interest at LIBOR + 4.50% and LIBOR + 3.50% at December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012, resulting in an interest rate of 4.66% and 3.70% at December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively. This facility provides funding through December 2019, with a term-out feature resulting in a final maturity of December 2020. At December 31, 2013, we were in compliance with all financial covenants of the facility.
	The SPE related to our term residual facility entered into a demand note with DTAC, which is guaranteed by DTAG. Under specific circumstances, the lender may require DTAC to fund the demand note, with proceeds used to pay down the term residual facility if any of the following were to occur: (i) termination due to a defined Event of Termination, (ii) failure to maintain borrowing base compliance after the termination date, (iii) an Event of Termination occurs after the termination date and is continuing.
	Portfolio warehouse facilities
	The following is a summary of portfolio warehouse facilities:
		As of December 31, 2013
		Amount Drawn			Facility Amount				Stated Advance Rate			Collateral(1)				Interest Rate (2)			Expiration Date	Final Maturity
	Portfolio Warehouse Facilities:	(In thousands)
	Deutsche Bank	$	98,400		$	150,000			65	%		$	189,970			2.41	%		Dec-14	Dec-15
	Wells Fargo	107,000			150,000				66	%		178,685				2.42	%		Dec-15	Dec-17
	RBS	78,000			125,000				65	%		137,497				2.42	%		Mar-14	Mar-15
	Total Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	$	283,400		$	425,000
		As of December 31, 2012
		Amount Drawn			Facility Amount				Stated Advance Rate			Collateral(1)				Interest Rate (2)			Expiration Date	Final Maturity
	Portfolio Warehouse Facilities:	(In thousands)
	Deutsche Bank	$	19,300		$	150,000			65	%		$	44,955			2.46	%		Dec-14	Dec-15
	Wells Fargo	23,000			150,000				58	%		43,057				2.46	%		Dec-13	Dec-15
	RBS	14,900			125,000				53	%		31,944				1.65	%		Mar-13	Mar-14
	Total Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	$	57,200		$	425,000
	(1)     Collateral represents underlying pools of finance receivables pledged to each facility.
	(2)     Interest rate at period end equal to contractual benchmark plus index.
	Deutsche Bank Warehouse Facility
	We have a revolving warehouse facility with Deutsche Bank AG, New York Branch (Deutsche Bank). The amounts outstanding under the facility bear interest at LIBOR plus 2.25% as of December 31, 2013 and 2012. At December 31, 2013, we were in compliance with all financial covenants of this facility.
	Wells Fargo Warehouse Facility
	We have a revolving warehouse facility with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (Wells Fargo). The amounts outstanding under the facility bear interest at LIBOR plus 2.25% as of December 31, 2013 and 2012. At December 31, 2013, we were in compliance with all financial covenants of this facility.
	RBS Warehouse Facility
	We have a revolving warehouse facility with The Royal Bank of Scotland PLC (RBS). The amounts outstanding under the facility bear interest at LIBOR plus 2.25% and 1.4% as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. At December 31, 2013, we were in compliance with all financial covenants of this facility.
	In March 2014, we extended the expiration date for this facility with RBS. See Note 17 — Subsequent Events for further information.
	Collateral
	The finance receivables pledged as collateral to each of the warehouse facilities is established for the benefit of the lenders, and the respective carrying amounts of the finance receivables pledged as collateral are disclosed above. These facilities contain a borrowing base which requires us to pledge finance receivables in excess of the amounts which we can borrow under the facilities. The aggregate balance of finance receivables are presented on our consolidated balance sheets included herein, and we do not separately classify those assets serving as collateral since the creditors in each of the warehouse facilities do not have the right to sell or re-pledge the collateral, except in certain cases upon an event of default.
Warehouse Facility Structure
These facilities do not contain mark-to-market clauses that would otherwise enable the lenders to reduce advance rates based on market conditions, limit recourse of the respective facility amounts, and limit the lenders’ ability to sell or otherwise dispose of the underlying collateral upon certain termination events. In addition, on the termination date of the facilities, (i) failure to pay amounts outstanding at termination would not immediately give rise to the lender’s right to foreclose on the applicable collateral, (ii) collections on the contracts collateralizing these facilities would be used to pay down the facility until they are paid in full, (iii) during which time we would continue to service the contracts pledged under the facility, for which we would receive an annualized service fee of up to 7.0%.
Senior secured notes payable
A summary of Senior Secured Notes payable follows:
	December 31,
	2013			2012
	(In thousands)
Senior Secured Notes Payable	$	253,316		$	193,320
Senior Secured Notes Payable—Related Party	—			5,000
Total Senior Secured Notes Payable	$	253,316		$	198,320
In June 2010, we issued $200.0 million of Senior Secured Notes due 2017 (the "Senior Secured Notes"). The notes were issued with an original issuance price of 98.85%, resulting in an effective yield of 12.875%. In May 2013 we issued an additional $50.0 million of Senior Secured Notes. These notes were additional notes allowed under the indenture executed in June 2010. The additional notes were issued with an original issuance price of 111.0% resulting in an effective "yield to first call date" of 7.67%, with interest, maturity and covenant terms identical to those of the initial offering. Interest on the Senior Secured Notes is payable semi-annually in arrears on each June 15th and December 15th of each year.
As of December 31, 2013, we were in compliance with all financial covenants of the Senior Secured Notes. At December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012, the Senior Secured Notes are shown net of unamortized net premium of $3.3 million and unamortized discount of $1.7 million, respectively.
Guarantees
The Senior Secured Notes are unconditionally guaranteed by certain of our existing and future domestic restricted subsidiaries. The guarantees rank senior in right of payment to all existing and future subordinated indebtedness of these subsidiaries and equal in right of payment with all existing and future senior indebtedness of these subsidiaries.
Security
The collateral for the Senior Secured Notes consists of a (i) first lien on (a) finance receivables held by the issuers, (b) equity interests held by certain of DTAC’s wholly owned subsidiaries (“Pledged SPSs”), and (c) residual property rights in finance receivables securing other financings, in each case subject to certain exceptions, and a (ii) second lien, behind one or more secured credit facilities, on inventory owned by certain guarantors. If, following a payment default under the notes, the holders of Senior Secured Notes exercise their rights under the pledge agreement with respect to the Pledged SPSs, a third-party paying agent will direct all cash flows from the Pledged SPSs to their respective defined sets of creditors, with the residual to be paid to the collateral agent for the Senior Secured Notes. Therefore, a first-priority lien on the equity interests of the Pledged SPSs is effectively a second-priority lien on the underlying collateral held by such Pledged SPSs.
Maintenance covenants
We are required to comply with certain maintenance covenants relating to minimum net worth and minimum collateral coverage. As of December 31, 2013, we were in compliance with such covenants.
Other secured notes payable
A summary of other secured notes payable follows:
	As of December 31, 2013
	Balance			Max Facility Capacity				Advance Rate			Interest Rate (1)			Expiration Date
	(In thousands)
Other Secured Notes Payable
Revolving Inventory Facility	$	136,321		$	140,000		(3)	85	%	(2)	3.75	%		Nov-14
Mortgage Note Payable	12,231			n/a				n/a			5.87	%		Mar-17
Real Estate Facility	13,412			25,000				70	%		4.05	%		Oct-20
Total Other Secured Notes Payable	$	161,964		$	165,000
	As of December 31, 2012
	Balance			Max Facility Capacity				Advance Rate			Interest Rate (1)			Expiration Date
	(In thousands)
Other Secured Notes Payable
Revolving Inventory Facility	$	91,320		$	140,000		(3)	85	%	(2)	3.75	%		Nov-14
Mortgage Note Payable	12,454			n/a				n/a			5.87	%		Mar-17
Real Estate Facility	11,733			25,000				70	%		4.21	%		Oct-20
Equipment Note Payable	1,774			n/a				n/a			4.75	%		Apr-13
Total Other Secured Notes Payable	$	117,281		$	165,000
(1)    Interest rate at period end equal to contractual benchmark plus index.
(2)    Advance rate is based on qualifying vehicle cost and is secured by our entire inventory.
(3)    Inclusive of a $10.0 million seasonal increase in the months of November through January.
Revolving inventory facility
We have a revolving inventory line with Wells Fargo. The interest rate on the facility is based on the Daily One Month LIBOR rate plus 3.5%, and is secured by our entire vehicle inventory. At December 31, 2013, we were in compliance with all financial covenants of this facility.
Mortgage note payable
We have a mortgage note payable which is secured by our operations call center building in Mesa, Arizona (a commercial property). Terms of the note agreement provide for monthly principal and interest payments with a final balloon payment. At December 31, 2013, we were in compliance with all financial covenants of this loan.
Real estate facility
We have a seven year fully amortizing real estate facility with Wells Fargo. The amounts outstanding under the facility bear interest at LIBOR plus 4.0%, or LIBOR plus 3.5% for properties added to the facility subsequent to August 22, 2013. At December 31, 2013, the line was collateralized by eleven properties and we were in compliance with all financial covenants of this facility.
Equipment note payable
We had an equipment note payable, which was secured by an aircraft and bore interest at the Prime rate plus 1.5%. This note was paid off in 2013.
Future minimum principal payments
The following table represents the future minimum principal payments required under our debt obligations and capital leases as of December 31, 2013:
	As of December 31, 2013
	Payments by Period
	(In thousands)
	Total			Less than				Year 2				Year 3				Year 4			Year 5		More than 5
				1 Year (3)																	Years
Securitizations & Bank Term Financing (1)	$	937,821		$	466,934			$	254,734			$	144,231			$	71,922		$	—	$	—
Portfolio warehouse facilities (2)	283,400			154,953				128,447				—				—			—		—
Portfolio Term Residual Financing	50,000			—				—				—				—			—		50,000
Senior secured notes	253,316			—				—				—				253,316			—		—
Inventory facility	136,321			136,321				—				—				—			—		—
Real estate mortgage loan	12,231			236				251				264				11,480			—		—
Real estate facility	13,412			2,406				2,406				2,406				2,406			2,406		1,382
Capital lease obligations	1,773			1,137				473				163				—			—		—
Operating lease obligations	105,920			23,503				20,965				16,376				14,498			11,895		18,683
Total (4)	$	1,794,194		$	785,490			$	407,276			$	163,440			$	353,622		$	14,301	$	70,065
(1)	Securitization obligations and bank term financing agreements do not have a contractual termination date. Therefore, all collections on the contracts collateralizing the securities are used to repay the asset-backed security holders based on an expected duration of the securities.
(2)	On the termination date of the facilities, amounts outstanding at termination are not due and payable immediately. All collections on the contracts collateralizing these facilities are used to pay down the facilities until they are paid in full because these facilities contain term-out features.
(3)	Generally and historically, we renewed or replaced facilities expiring in less than one year.
(4)	Total contractual obligations exclude future interest payment obligations.

Accrued_Warranty_Liability

Accrued Warranty Liability	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Accrued Service Contract Liability [Abstract]	'
Accrued Warranty Liability	'
	(9) Accrued Warranty Liability
	The accrued warranty liability represents our estimated obligations related to service contracts that were included in the bundled price of vehicle sales and is recorded as a component of payables and other accrued expenses on the accompanying consolidated balance sheets for each period presented. The following table reflects activity in the accrual for the periods indicated:
		Years Ended December 31,
		2013			2012
		(In thousands)
	Balance, Beginning of Period	$	24,420		$	24,004
	Service Contract Expense	20,013			23,195
	Service Contract Claims Paid	(28,627		)	(22,779		)
	Balance, End of Period	$	15,806		$	24,420

Deferred_Revenue

Deferred Revenue	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Revenue Recognition [Abstract]	'
Deferred Revenue	'
	(10) Deferred Revenue
	Deferred revenue represents the remaining unearned revenue balance of VSC, GAP, GPS and vehicle lease revenue. The following table sets forth information regarding the changes in Deferred Revenue:
		Years Ended December 31,
		2013			2012
		(In thousands)
	Deferred Balance, Beginning of Period	$	2,501		$	—
	Revenue Deferred	57,264			2,520
	Revenue Recognized	(17,632		)	(19		)
	Deferred Balance, End of Period	$	42,133		$	2,501

Related_Party_Transactions

Related Party Transactions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]	'
Related Party Transactions	'
	(11) Related Party Transactions
	Relationship with Verde Investments, Inc.
	Verde is an Arizona corporation that is wholly-owned by Mr. Garcia. Verde engages in the acquisition, development, and long-term investment in real estate and other commercial assets. Mr. Garcia is the principal stockholder, president and director of Verde. Transactions between us and Verde, as well as other related parties are described below.
	During the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, we recorded related party operating expenses as follows:
		Years Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
		(In thousands)
	General and Administrative Expenses—Related Party
	Property lease expense	$	4,711		$	4,768		$	3,795
	Restricted stock compensation expense (1)	1,239			1,546			2,790
	Aircraft operating and lease expense	4,614			4,198			3,937
	Salaries and wages, general & administrative and other expenses	579			645			793
	Reimbursement of certain general and administrative expenses	(308		)	(284		)	(314		)
	Total General and Administrative Expenses—Related Party	$	10,835		$	10,873		$	11,001
	(1)    Stock compensation agreement is between Ray Fidel, CEO, and DriveTime.
	Property lease expense
	Included in property lease expense are costs of operating leases with Verde for certain dealership and reconditioning facilities which the Company operates and Verde owns. For the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, we leased an average of 13, 13 and 14 vehicle dealership facilities, respectively, three reconditioning facilities, our former loan servicing center (which is currently being subleased to third-party tenants), and our corporate office from Verde and another affiliate of Mr. Garcia (the Garcia Family Limited Liability Partnership, LLP). For the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, we rented one vehicle sales facility from Stephen Fidel, the brother of Mr. Fidel, our President and CEO. At December 31, 2013, the maturity of these related party leases range from 2015 to 2025. Future minimum lease payments required under related party leases are disclosed in Note 14 — Commitments and Contingencies.
	During the year ended December 31, 2011, we paid $0.4 million in lease termination fees on two of our closed properties to terminate the leases with Steven Johnson, a former director of DTAC, who is also Mr. Garcia's brother-in-law.
	Restricted stock compensation expense
	Restricted stock compensation expense represents stock compensation expense under a restricted stock agreement between DTAG, DTAC and Mr. Fidel. See Note 13 — Shareholders’ Equity, Dividends & Stock Compensation for further information.
	Aircraft operating and lease expenses
	We are party to two lease agreements for aircraft with Verde under which we agreed to pay cumulative monthly lease payments of $425,000 plus taxes, and are responsible for paying all operating costs and repairs and maintenance related to the aircraft. The leases expire in August 2015 and December 2018.
	Salaries and wages, general and administrative and other expenses
	Certain general and administrative expenses and salaries and wages of Verde and Verde employees who are enrolled in our health plan are reflected in our general and administrative expenses—related party.
	Reimbursement of general and administrative expenses
	For each of the periods presented, we received reimbursement of certain general and administrative expenses incurred by us on Verde’s behalf.
	Interest expense
	During the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, we recorded related party interest expense as follows:
		Years Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
	Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense—Related Party	(In thousands)
	Senior Secured Notes Payable—Verde	$	365		$	237		$	2,460
	Senior Secured Notes Payable—CEO	41			24			220
	Total Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense—Related Party	$	406		$	261		$	2,680
	In August 2012, Verde purchased $5.0 million of the Senior Secured Notes on the open market, at a purchase price of 111.0% to par, plus accrued interest. Subsequent to this transaction, Mr. Fidel purchased $0.5 million of the notes purchased by Verde at an identical purchase price. In August 2013, Verde sold $4.5 million of the Senior Secured Notes on the open market at a price of 110.0% to par, plus accrued interest. In August 2013, Mr. Fidel also sold $0.5 million of the Senior Secured Notes on the open market at an identical price. As a result, at December 31, 2013, none of the Senior Secured Notes were held by a related party.
	During the year ended December 31, 2011, we recorded related party interest expense associated with our June 2010 issuance of $200.0 million of the Senior Secured Notes, an aggregate of $49.0 million of which were held by Verde and Mr. Fidel. In June 2011, Verde purchased Mr. Fidel's portion of Senior Secured Notes, and Verde sold the Senior Secured Notes it held on the open market. As a result, at December 31, 2011, none of the Senior Secured Notes were held by a related party and interest expense during 2011 is related to the period they held the notes.
	Relationship with GO
	On December 5, 2013, DTAC entered into an agreement to sell GFC Lending, LLC ("GO") to the shareholders of DTAC. Transactions between GO and us, are described below.
	Sale of Carvana loans
	We have an agreement with GO, wherein GO purchases certain on-line generated installment sales contracts from us each month. The installment sales contracts are sold at par value with no associated gain or loss. The amount of loans purchased from us for the month ended December 31, 2013 was $0.6 million.
	Shared services
	DriveTime provides certain administrative services to GO, as it builds out its business processes. For example, we provide certain payroll, benefits, accounting and certain other corporate ancillary services. These agreed upon services do not allow DriveTime the ability to direct GO's business activities, and are provided at a marketable rate. For the month ended December 31, 2013, total shared services revenues recorded were $0.4 million.
	Reimbursement of general and administrative expenses
	We received reimbursement of certain general and administrative expenses incurred by us on GO's behalf during the month of December 2013.
	Shareholder Receivable
	In December 2013 we executed notes receivable from our shareholders in the principal amount of $28.5 million, as a result of the sale of GO Financial. Interest only payments are paid monthly with principal amounts due in full in December 2018. Interest on principal amounts outstanding bear interest at LIBOR + 2.75%. For the month ended December 2013, we recorded $0.1 million in interest income related to these notes.

Income_Taxes

Income Taxes	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Income Taxes	'
	(12) Income Taxes
	The consolidated financial statements consist of financial and operating data of DTAG and DTAC, which are both S corporations. As DTAC and DTAG are flow-through entities for federal income tax purposes, there is no federal income tax expense related to the income of DTAC and DTAG, other than for two of DTAG’s C corporation subsidiaries, one of which is wholly owned with the other majority owned. The taxable income flows through to our shareholders, who are responsible for paying the associated taxes.
	The Company recognizes deferred tax assets and liabilities for temporary differences between the financial reporting basis and the tax basis of its assets and liabilities recorded in jurisdictions that either do not recognize the Company's S corporation status and/or assess a tax on the Company's operations at the entity level.  If determined to be necessary, the Company's policy is to record a valuation allowance against its deferred tax assets to reduce the net carrying value to an amount that management believes is more likely than not to be realized. As of December 31, 2013, we had a net deferred tax liability of $0.6 million. As of December 31, 2012, we did not have any net deferred tax assets or liabilities.
	Although most states follow the federal recognition of S corporation status, some states do impose an entity level tax on that income; therefore, the tax expense is adjusted accordingly. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, we had an income tax payable of $0.6 million and $0.2 million respectively.
	A reconciliation between expected taxes computed at the federal statutory rate of 35% and the effective tax rate on income before income taxes follows:
		Years Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
		(In thousands)
	Computed “Expected” Income Taxes	$	13,128		$	21,192		$	31,276
	Non C-Corporation (Income)	(12,080		)	(20,644		)	(30,859		)
	Entity Level State Income Tax on S Corp. Income	782			834			890
	Other, Net	(221		)	(188		)	(86		)
	Computed “Expected” Income Taxes	$	1,609		$	1,194		$	1,221
	Components of income tax (benefit) expense are as follows:
		Years Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
		(In thousands)
	Current Expense:
	Federal	$	581		$	532		$	404
	State	810			662			817
	Deferred	218			—			—
	Total	$	1,609		$	1,194		$	1,221
	DTAG and DTAC, along with a wholly-owned C-corporation subsidiary of DTAG, file a federal and various state income tax returns. For federal purposes, the 2010 to 2012 years remain subject to examination, while for state purposes, the 2009 to 2012 years remain subject to examination. We do not have any open federal or state income tax examinations.
	At December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012, the Company had no unrecognized tax benefits. The Company recognizes accrued interest and penalties, if applicable, related to unrecognized tax benefits in income tax expense. The Company had not accrued any amounts related to the payment of interest and penalties as of December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012. We do not anticipate any material changes to our unrecognized tax benefits in the next 12 months.

Shareholders_Equity_Dividends_

Shareholders Equity, Dividends & Stock Compensation	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]	'
Shareholders' Equity & Dividends	'
	(13) Shareholders’ Equity, Dividends & Stock Compensation
	Share Information
	DTAG – par value $0.001 per share, 1,000 shares authorized, 101.8 shares issued and outstanding; DTAC – no par value, 1,000,000 shares authorized, 101.8 shares issued and outstanding.
	Non-controlling Interest
	DTAG and DTAC are consolidated for financial reporting purposes, therefore we are required to separately present the non-controlling equity interest of the VIE (DTAC) on the consolidated balance sheets and consolidated statements of operations for all periods presented. The non-controlling interest represents DTAC's equity and income for the periods presented and there are no third-party competing interests in DTAC. For the amounts of assets, liabilities, revenue, and income of DTAC consolidated into DTAG at December 31, 2012, see Note 20 — Supplemental Consolidating Financial Information.
	Dividends
	Certain of our debt facilities place restrictions on the amount of cash dividends we are permitted to pay to our shareholders. If we are in compliance with the indebtedness ratio restriction in the Senior Secured Notes, we are permitted to pay cash dividends limited to an amount not greater than the percentage of S-corporation taxable income for such quarterly period equal to the highest combined federal, state, and/or local tax rate for individuals, plus 50% of the difference between net earnings less amounts paid for tax. If we are not in compliance with the indebtedness ratio dividend restriction in the Senior Secured Notes, specifically related to our ability to pay dividends, we are only permitted to pay cash dividends limited to an amount not greater than the percentage of S corporation taxable income for such quarterly periods equal to the highest combined federal, state, and/or local tax rate for individuals. During 2013 we exceeded the indebtedness ratio, which restricted our ability to pay dividends related to net GAAP earnings in excess of amounts to pay taxes. The indebtedness ratio dividend restriction under the Senior Secured Notes is not an aspect of the financial covenants of the Senior Secured Notes, but rather a mechanism designed to place limits on the Company’s ability to pay dividends to its shareholders.
	During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, we paid $13.7 million and $51.2 million in dividends. We did not have any approved but unpaid dividends at December 31, 2013 or 2012.
	Chief Executive Officer Restricted Stock Grant
	On December 28, 2010, Mr. Fidel entered into a Restricted Stock Agreement with each of DTAG and DTAC, pursuant to which he was issued an award of 2.8595 shares of restricted stock in each of DTAG and DTAC, subject to certain vesting restrictions. Mr. Fidel made an election under Section 83(b) of the United States Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, to be taxed on the fair market value of the entire restricted stock grant as of the award date. In connection therewith, the fair market value of shares sufficient to satisfy Mr. Fidel's federal and state income tax obligations with respect to the entire award was deemed to be vested in full as of the award date. However, only those shares of a value equal to the minimum statutory federal and state withholding due from Mr. Fidel on the grant were repurchased by DTAG and DTAC, and the proceeds from such repurchases were delivered to the relevant tax authorities. The remaining unvested shares of restricted stock vested one-third each year over a period of three years based on Mr. Fidel's continued employment and on the achievement of certain income before income tax targets for the consolidated results of DTAG, measured for the preceding twelve months as of June 30, 2011, 2012 and 2013. For income tax purposes, Mr. Fidel was deemed to own 2.8595 shares at the grant date, and immediately thereafter the Company repurchased 1.0899 shares resulting in Mr. Fidel owning 1.7696 shares in each of DTAG and DTAC as of December 31, 2011, 2012, and 2013. All shares have vested. In connection with the execution of the Restricted Stock Agreement, Mr. Fidel also entered into a Shareholders' Agreement with our principal shareholder and DTAG and DTAC, which, among other things, restricts his ability to transfer his shares of restricted stock and grants him certain tag-along rights in the event of a sale by our principal shareholder and certain piggy-back registration rights in connection with a public offering of our shares or any successor entity.
	In December 2010, we obtained a valuation of the Company and Mr. Fidel's 2.78% ownership from a third party appraisal firm resulting in a $9.5 million grant date fair value of the award. As the terms of the Agreement do not meet the specific criteria for liability classification as set forth in ASC 718 Compensation - Stock Compensation, we determined the awards to be equity based stock compensation awards, therefore recognizing the expense over the requisite service periods based on a graded vesting. As DriveTime's Restricted Stock Agreement requires the achievement of a service and a performance condition, the Company only recognized compensation expense for those periods where the service was rendered and the performance condition was met. In addition, as the number of shares and purchase price were known by Mr. Fidel at the time of grant, compensation cost was fixed and measured as of the grant date.
	As a result of this transaction, we recorded $3.9 million in share-based compensation expense in 2010 for the 1.1721 shares which vested on December 31, 2010. The remaining 59.0% of the shares vested over the following 36 months based on various vesting periods as set forth in the Agreement and were recognized as compensation expense over the requisite service periods based on a graded vesting. The vesting was dependent upon achieving a predetermined performance ratio. The following is a summary of the vesting schedule:
	Period 1	Period 2	Period 3
	(1/1/11 - 6/30/11)	(7/1/11-6/30/12)	(7/1/12-12/31/13)
	6 Months	12 Months	18 Months
	19.67%	19.67%	19.67%
	For the years-ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, we recorded $1.2 million, $1.5 million and $2.8 million, respectively in share-based compensation expense for the shares which vested in association with the restricted stock agreements. The non-cash share-based compensation of $1.2 million, $1.5 million and $2.8 million was credited to Paid-in-Capital for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively.
	Intercompany Transfer of Loans
	DriveTime Car Sales Company, LLC ("DTCS"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of DTAG, has a contractual commitment to sell all loans it originates at its dealerships to DTAC. Under ASC 805-50 “Business Combinations,” these transfers of loans from DTCS to DTAC are accounted for as a sale (and not a secured financing), at carryover basis since DTCS and DTAC are entities under common control. Therefore, the difference between book value and purchase price is accounted for as a debit to retained earnings on DTAG and credit to retained earnings on DTAC. These amounts are shown as “Intercompany Transfers of Loans” on the accompanying consolidated statements of shareholders’ equity for each period presented.
	Other Equity Transactions
	In 2013 we acquired a controlling interest in Inilex. Prior to the acquisition, we determined Inilex to be a VIE for financial reporting purposes, though we did not previously consolidate the VIE as it was not material. However, with the acquisition we recorded a $3.3 million adjustment to the beginning retained earnings related to the prior period effects of the non-consolidated VIE. We also recorded a $0.4 million adjustment to beginning retained earnings related to a deferred income tax adjustment.

Commitments_and_Contingencies

Commitments and Contingencies	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Commitments and Contingencies	'
	(14) Commitments and Contingencies
	Lease commitments
	We lease used car sales facilities, reconditioning centers, our corporate office, aircraft, and certain other office/computer equipment from unrelated and related entities under various operating leases that expire through January 2025. The leases provide for periodic rent increases and many contain escalation clauses and various renewal options from one to ten years. In certain instances, we are also responsible for occupancy and maintenance costs, including real estate taxes, insurance, and utility costs. We recognize rent expense on a straight-line basis over the length of the lease term. Rent expense totaled $19.7 million, $17.5 million, and $16.6 million for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011, respectively, and is included in general and administrative expenses on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations.
	A summary of future minimum lease payments required under non-cancelable operating leases with remaining lease terms in excess of one year as of December 31, 2013 follows:
		Related		Non-Related		Total
		Party		Party
		(In thousands)
	Year 1	$	11,108	$	12,395	$	23,503
	Year 2	10,635		10,330		20,965
	Year 3	9,285		7,091		16,376
	Year 4	9,437		5,061		14,498
	Year 5	9,147		2,748		11,895
	Thereafter	17,426		1,257		18,683
	Total	$	67,038	$	38,882	$	105,920
	Legal matters
	We are involved in various claims and actions arising in the ordinary course of business. In the opinion of management, based on consultation with legal counsel, the ultimate disposition of these matters will not have a material adverse effect on us. We believe appropriate accruals have been made for the disposition of these matters. In accordance with ASC 450, Contingencies, we establish an accrual for a liability when it is both probable that the liability has been incurred and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated. These accruals are reviewed monthly and adjusted to reflect the impact of negotiations, settlements and payments, rulings, advice of legal counsel, and other information and events pertaining to a particular case. Legal expenses related to defense, negotiations, settlements, rulings, and advice of outside legal counsel are expensed as incurred. At December 31, 2013, we do not have any material accruals for legal contingencies.
	In August 2008, we received a Civil Investigative Demand from the Texas Office of Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division, asking for the production of certain materials. The demand indicates it is the subject of an investigation of possible violations of the Deceptive Trade Practices Act, Sections 17.46(a) and (b) in the marketing, advertising, financing, and selling of used vehicles. We provided the Texas Office of Attorney General with all requested information in August 2008. At that time, we met with the state’s Attorney General’s Office to provide them with an overview of the Company and discuss the requested materials. In addition, the Attorney General’s Office indicated that they would review the materials we provided to them and if there were any concerns they would contact us to meet, discuss and resolve the concerns. The Texas Attorney General has requested additional information and documentation from time to time, most recently in February 2010 when it requested clarifying information limited to vehicle inspections, after sale repairs, warranty, loan servicing, and consumer concerns. We believe the request is routine in nature and we have responded accordingly. We believe we are in compliance with all applicable state laws and regulations and we intend to continue to cooperate with state officials, and we will continue to fully cooperate with the state’s Attorney General’s Office in responding to the demand and any follow up discussions with them. We believe we do not have loss contingencies related to this matter.
	On April 12, 2012, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (the “CFPB”) delivered a Civil Investigative Demand to DTAG requesting DTAG produce certain documents and information and answer questions relating to certain components of the business of DTAG and its affiliates. The CFPB did not allege a violation of any law. We have continued to work closely with the CFPB to provide details and clarity related to their original request. Our counsel had a Jan 29, 2014 Notice of Response and Advice call with the CFPB, to which we responded on February 20, 2014. We have not had any contact with them since that time. See "—Item 1A. Risk Factors" for additional information on the CFPB investigation.
	Additionally, in the ordinary course of business, we are a defendant in various other types of legal proceedings. Although we cannot determine at this time the amount of the ultimate exposure from these lawsuits, if any, based on the advice of counsel management does not expect the final outcome to have a material adverse effect on us.

Retirement_Plan

Retirement Plan	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Retirement Plan	'
	(15) Retirement Plan
	The Company sponsors a qualified 401(k) retirement plan (defined contribution plan) for its employees. The plan, as amended, covers substantially all employees having no less than 60 days of service, who have attained the age of 18, and work at least 1000 hours per year. Participants may voluntarily contribute to the plan up to the maximum limits established by Internal Revenue Service regulations. In 2013, 2012, and 2011, we provided matching contributions of cash in the amount of 40%, up to the first 6% of each employee’s deferrals. Compensation expense related to this plan totaled $0.9 million, $0.8 million, and $0.8 million for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011, respectively.

Fair_Value_Of_Financial_Instru

Fair Value Of Financial Instruments	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Financial Instruments, Owned, at Fair Value [Abstract]	'
Fair Value Of Financial Instruments	'
	(16) Fair Value of Financial Instruments
	Fair values of financial instruments are based on estimates using quoted market prices, discounted cash flows, or other valuation techniques. Those techniques are significantly affected by the assumptions used, including the discount rate and the estimated timing and amount of future cash flows. Therefore, the estimates of fair value may differ substantially from amounts that ultimately may be realized or paid at settlement or maturity of the financial instruments and those differences may be material. Accordingly, the aggregate fair value amounts presented do not represent our underlying institutional value.
	When assessing the inputs used in calculating the fair value of our financial instruments, we use a three tier hierarchy. This hierarchy indicates to what extent the inputs used in our calculations are observable in the market. The different levels of the hierarchy are defined as follows:
	Level 1: Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities
	Level 2: Other than quoted prices that are observable in the market for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly.
	Level 3: Inputs are unobservable and reflect management's estimates of assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability.
	Limitations
	Fair value of financial instruments are based on relevant market information and information about the financial instrument; they are subjective in nature and involve uncertainties, matters of judgment and, therefore, cannot be determined with ultimate precision. These estimates do not reflect any premium or discount that could result from offering for sale at one time our entire holdings of a particular instrument. Changes in assumptions could significantly affect these estimates. Because the fair value is estimated as of each balance sheet date presented, the amounts that will actually be realized or paid in settlement of the instruments could be significantly different.
	The following is a summary of carrying value presented within the balance sheet and fair value of our financial instruments for each period presented:
		December 31, 2013
				Fair Value
		Carrying Value		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3
		(In thousands)
	Assets
	Finance Receivables, net (1)	$	1,598,010	$	—	$	—	$	1,692,247
	Shareholder Notes Receivable	28,542		—		28,542		—
	Liabilities
	Securitization Debt	713,953		729,395		—		—
	Portfolio Term Residual Financing	50,000		—		47,462		—
	Bank Term Financings	223,868		—		223,868		—
	Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	283,400		—		283,400		—
	Senior Secured Notes Payable	253,316		279,914		—		—
	Revolving Inventory Facility	136,321		—		136,729		—
	Mortgage Note Payable	12,231		—		12,808		—
	Real Estate Facility	13,412		—		13,700		—
		December 31, 2012
				Fair Value
		Carrying Value		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3
		(In thousands)
	Assets
	Finance Receivables, net (1)	$	1,370,800	$	—	$	—	$	1,441,026
	Liabilities
	Securitization Debt	677,118		702,031		—		—
	Portfolio Term Residual Financing	25,000		—		25,000		—
	Bank Term Financings	347,360		—		347,360		—
	Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	57,200		—		57,200		—
	Senior Secured Notes Payable	198,320		220,135		—		—
	Revolving Inventory Facility	91,320		—		91,600		—
	Mortgage Note Payable	12,454		—		11,200		—
	Real Estate Facility	11,733		—		11,700		—
	(1)	Represents finance receivable principal balances, plus accrued interest, less the allowance for credit losses.
	Valuation methodologies
	Finance receivables
	The fair value of finance receivables is estimated by discounting future cash flows expected to be collected using current rates at which similar loans would be made to borrowers with similar credit ratings and the same remaining maturities. This discounted cash flow is estimated utilizing an internal valuation model, which uses a combination of market inputs (i.e. discount rates for similar and like transactions) and our own assumptions regarding credit losses, recoveries, and prepayment rates in our portfolio. We estimate the cash flow of the portfolio and the cash flow of our retained interests in securitization and bank term transactions in measuring total cash flow. These cash flows are developed on a leveraged basis since our finance receivable portfolio is financed by these debt instruments and are not separable transactions.
	Shareholder Notes Receivable
	At December 31, 2013 the fair value of shareholder notes approximates the carrying value as the notes were recently executed at a market rate provided by a third party.
	Securitization debt
	At December 31, 2013 and 2012, the fair value of securitization debt was determined using a third-party quoted market price.
	Portfolio term residual financing
	At December 31, 2013, the fair value of the portfolio term residual facility was estimated by discounting future expected cash flow flows over the life of the facility, using market rates for similar facilities. At December 31, 2012, the fair value was determined to approximate carrying value as the facility was amended December 2012.
	Bank term financing
	At December 31, 2013, the fair value of the bank term facility was determined to approximate fair value based upon our knowledge of the securitization market. At December 31, 2012 the bank term facility was determined to approximate fair value as the facility was recently executed with Wells Fargo in November 2012.
	Portfolio warehouse facilities
	The portfolio warehouse facilities are short term in nature and the interest rates adjust in conjunction with the 30-day LIBOR. The Deutsche Bank Warehouse Facility was renewed in December 2012. The Royal Bank of Scotland Warehouse Facility was renewed in March 2013. The Wells Fargo Warehouse Facility was renewed in December 2013. As these facilities were recently renewed and contain a floating market rate of interest, we believe the fair value of these facilities approximate carrying value at December 31, 2013 and 2012.
	Senior secured notes payable
	The fair value of senior secured notes payable at December 31, 2013 and 2012 was determined using a third-party quoted market price.
	Revolving inventory facility
	At December 31, 2013, the fair value of the inventory facility was estimated by discounting future cash flows expected to be paid over the life of the facility, using market rates for similar facilities. At December 31, 2012, the fair value of the inventory facility was determined using a third party discounted cash flow using market interest rates for similar facilities.
	Mortgage note payable
	At December 31, 2013 and 2012, the fair value of this note was determined using third-party market prices for similar commercial real estate mortgages.
	Real estate facility
	At December 31, 2013 and 2012, the fair value of the real estate facility was determined using third-party market prices for similar real estate collateralized facilities.

Subsequent_Events

Subsequent Events	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Subsequent Events [Abstract]	'
Subsequent Events	'
	(17) Subsequent Events
	We have evaluated subsequent events for potential recognition and/or disclosure through March 24, 2014, the date the financial statements were available for issuance.
	Accordingly, the following disclosures apply:
	In January 2014 we completed our 2014-1 securitization, issuing $267.8 million of asset-backed securities with a original duration weighted average coupon of 2.57%. The securities were rated in tranches with credit ratings from AAA to BBB by Standard and Poor's Ratings Service, DBRS, Inc. and Kroll Bond Rating Agency.
	In March 2014 the Board of Directors for DTAG and DTAC approved a restricted stock award to Mr. Fidel our Chief Executive Officer. The restricted stock agreement provides for the issuance of a certain number of shares to Mr. Fidel in each of DTAG and DTAC, subject to certain time based and performance based vesting restrictions. The issued shares will result in recognition of stock compensation expense in 2014 and future years relating to the vesting arrangement.
	In March 2014 the Board of Directors for DTAG and DTAC approved an updated Executive Compensation Plan, which updates the existing bonus plan and includes new profit sharing agreements.
	In March 2014 the Board of Directors approved a dividend of up to $5.0 million to pay taxes related to fourth quarter 2013 taxable income.
	In March 2014 we extended the expiration date of the RBS warehouse facility to June 2014.

Recent_Accounting_Pronouncemen

Recent Accounting Pronouncements	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
New Accounting Pronouncements and Changes in Accounting Principles [Abstract]	'
Recent Accounting Pronouncements	'
	(18) Recent Accounting Pronouncements
	From time to time, new accounting pronouncements are issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") or other accounting standards setting bodies, which we may adopt as of the specified date required by each standard. We believe the impact of recently issued standards not yet effective will not have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements upon adoption. However, the FASB continues to work on several projects, which will lead to new standards, which may have a material impact in future periods.
	In 2014 the FASB is expected to release a new revenue recognition standard, to become effective in 2017, which will eliminate industry-specific revenue accounting, and will establish a single set of guidelines for revenue recognition across all industries. The proposed standard provides new guidance on identifying separate performance obligations in a contract, determining and allocating transaction price, and determining when a performance obligation is satisfied. Included within the exposure draft is a requirement to consider the time value of money when addressing contracts with a significant financing component. We will assess the impact of the new pronouncement when released. We believe the proposed new guidance may have a material effect on our future consolidated financial statements, but cannot determine the extent of the impact at this time.
	In 2013 the FASB released a new lease accounting proposal which would eliminate the current operating and capital lease classifications and would require an asset or liability to be recorded for most leases longer than one year, similar to the current accounting treatment for capital leases. Additionally, the new guidance may change the way a lease is recorded on the income statement. We will assess the impact of the new pronouncement when released, but believe the new guidance may have a material effect on our future consolidated financial statements by grossing up our assets and liabilities for leases that are currently treated as operating leases.
	The FASB also continues working on a financial instruments project, to address the classification and measurement of financial instruments. The FASB continues to deliberate the proposed measures of this project, but are expected to issue the final standard for impairment in 2014. We will assess the impact of the new pronouncement when released, to determine whether such pronouncement may have a material effect on our future consolidated financial statements, as this pronouncement may have an impact on our allowance for credit losses.

Discontinued_Operations

Discontinued Operations	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]	'
Discontinued Operations	'
	(19) Discontinued Operations
	On December 5, 2013, DTAC and GO entered into an agreement to sell GO to the shareholders of DTAC. In consideration for the sale of GO, DTAC received aggregate cash proceeds of $85.1 million and notes from the shareholders in the principal amount of $28.5 million. The sales price for GO was equal to the value of GO's net assets. We engaged a third party to assess the agreed upon price and to issue a fairness opinion on the transaction, to ensure net assets were sold at fair value. As a result, no gain or loss was recorded as part of the transaction. During a transition period, DriveTime will provide certain agreed upon services to GO as they build out their business processes. These agreed upon services do not allow DriveTime the ability to direct GO's business activities. These services will be provided at a marketable rate and would not be considered significant under ASC 205.
	We have determined that GO is a variable interest entity ("VIE"), but that neither DTAG or DTAC are the primary beneficiary as we do not have the power to direct the most significant economic activities of GO, nor do we have the obligation to absorb losses or the right to receive benefits from GO's operations. Therefore, consolidation of GO is not required. Through the sale of GO we have eliminated our indirect lending operations. We will not have a significant continuing involvement in GO's operations. As such, the sale of GO qualifies for and is presented as a discontinued operation based on the guidance provided in ASC 205-20-55-3.
	GO's operations for the years ending December 31, 2013, 2012 & 2011 were reclassified out of operations and presented as a separate line on the consolidated statements of operations. Further, the carrying amounts of the assets and liabilities disposed are presented separately for the year ended December 31, 2012 on the consolidated balance sheet.
	A summary of other the revenue and pretax profit reported in discontinued operations follows:
		Years Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
		(In thousands)
	Total Revenue	$	16,752		$	2,977		$	—
	Net Loss Before Income Taxes	(1,956		)	(1,869		)	(789		)
	A summary of the major classes of assets and liabilities disposed of as part of the sale of GO follows:
		30-Nov-13			31-Dec-12
	Assets:	(In thousands)
	Cash and Cash Equivalents	$	—		$	2
	Total Finance Receivables, Net	2,171			—
	Total Dealer Loans Receivables	112,028			40,956
	Property, Plant and Equipment	1,738			1,256
	Total Other Assets	348			189
	Total Assets:	$	116,285		$	42,403
	Liabilities:
	Accounts Payable	$	7		$	4
	Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	2,348			594
	Deferred Revenue	317			101
	Total Liabilities:	$	2,672		$	699

Supplemental_Consolidating_Fin

Supplemental Consolidating Financial Information	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]	'
Supplemental Consolidating Financial Information	'
	(20) Supplemental Consolidating Financial Information
	In accordance with the indenture governing our 12.625% Senior Secured Notes due 2017 (see Note 8 — Debt Obligations), certain wholly-owned subsidiaries of the Company have fully and unconditionally guaranteed the Senior Secured Notes on a joint and several basis. Pursuant to Regulation S-X, Rule 3-10(f), we are required to present condensed consolidating financial information for subsidiaries that have guaranteed the debt of a registrant issued in a public offering, where the guarantee is full and unconditional, joint and several, and where the voting interest of the subsidiary is 100% owned by the registrant.
	The following tables present condensed consolidating balance sheets as of December 31, 2013 and 2012; and condensed consolidating statements of operations for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011; and condensed consolidated statements of cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011 for (i) DTAG and DTAC, the co-issuers of the Senior Secured Notes, (ii) the separate DTAG and DTAC guarantor subsidiaries on a combined basis, (iii) the separate DTAG and DTAC non-guarantor subsidiaries on a combined basis, (iv) elimination adjustments, and (v) total consolidated amounts. Separate financial statements and other disclosures concerning the Guarantor Subsidiaries are not presented because management believes that such information is not material to the senior note holders. Consolidating adjustments include elimination of investment in subsidiaries, elimination of intercompany accounts; elimination of intercompany sales between guarantor and non-guarantor subsidiaries; and elimination of equity in earnings (losses) of subsidiaries. The condensed consolidating financial information should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements herein.
	Included in the column for DTAG Guarantor Subsidiaries Combined are DriveTime Sales and Finance Company, LLC and DriveTime Car Sales Company, LLC, DriveTime Ohio Company, LLC, Driver's Seat, LLC and Carvana, LLC. Included in the column for DTAC Guarantor Subsidiaries Combined are DT Credit Company, LLC, DT Jet Leasing, LLC and GFC Lending, LLC, presented as discontinued operations. Included in the column for DTAG Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries Combined are all other subsidiaries that are wholly-owned by DTAG and our 51% interest in Inilex. Included in the column for DTAC Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries Combined are all SPEs, which are VIEs and for which DTAC is the primary beneficiary. The column for the Issuers includes the accounts for DTAG and DTAC as issuers and as parent company for each of its respective subsidiaries.
	Consolidated amounts may be immaterially different compared to the consolidated financial statements due to rounding.
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries
	Consolidating Balance Sheets
	December 31, 2013
	(In thousands)
		DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation
		Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				DriveTime
		Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Guarantor				Company															Automotive
		Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Subsidiaries																			Group, Inc.
																								Combined																			and
																																											Subsidiaries
	ASSETS:
	Cash and Cash Equivalents	$	5,589		$	15,477			$	5		$	—			$	21,071			$	5			$	588			$	9,090		$	—			$	9,683			$	—			$	30,754
	Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	—			—				—			—				—				12,375				102,493				—			—				114,868				—				114,868
	Finance Receivables	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				1,938,931			—				1,938,931				—				1,938,931
	Allowance for Credit Losses	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(299,516		)	—				(299,516		)		—				(299,516		)
	Finance Receivables, net	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				1,639,415			—				1,639,415				—				1,639,415
	Inventory	320,406			—				—			(839		)		319,567				—				—				—			—				—				—				319,567
	Property and Equipment, net	82,232			449				—			—				82,681				3,848				14,806				2,325			—				20,979				—				103,660
	Lease Fleet Vehicles	31,161			—				—			—				31,161				—				—				—			—				—				—				31,161
	Investments in Subsidiaries	—			—				259,162			(259,162		)		—				—				—				418,091			(418,091		)		—				—				—
	Other Assets	2,099,928			22,221				571,097			(696,457		)		1,996,789				1,182,734				1,779,757				1,955,012			(2,956,837		)		1,960,666				(3,899,368		)		58,087
	Shareholder Note Receivable	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				28,542			—				28,542				—				28,542
	Assets of Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				—			—				—				—				—
	Total Assets	$	2,539,316		$	38,147			$	830,264		$	(956,458	)		$	2,451,269			$	1,198,962			$	1,897,644			$	4,052,475		$	(3,374,928	)		$	3,774,153			$	(3,899,368	)		$	2,326,054
	LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY:
	Liabilities:
	Payables and Other Accrued Expenses	$	2,125,853		$	2,067			$	599,332		$	(696,323	)		$	2,030,929			$	1,388,300			$	6,763			$	3,539,609		$	(2,956,837	)		$	1,977,835			$	(3,899,368	)		$	109,396
	Deferred Revenue	42,101			32				—			—				42,133				—				—				—			—				—				—				42,133
	Portfolio Term Financings	—			—				—			—				—				—				987,821				—			—				987,821				—				987,821
	Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				283,400				—			—				283,400				—				283,400
	Senior Secured Notes Payable	—			—				126,658			—				126,658				—				—				126,658			—				126,658				—				253,316
	Other Secured Financing	136,321			13,412				—			—				149,733				—				12,231				—			—				12,231				—				161,964
	Liabilities of Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				—			—				—				—				—
	Total Liabilities	2,304,275			15,511				725,990			(696,323		)		2,349,453				1,388,300				1,290,215				3,666,267			(2,956,837		)		3,387,945				(3,899,368		)		1,838,030
	Shareholders’ Equity:
	Noncontrolling Interest - Inilex	—			2,698				—			(3,297		)		(599		)		—				—				—			—				—				336				(263		)
	Shareholders' Equity	235,041			19,938				104,274			(256,838		)		102,415				(189,338		)		607,429				386,208			(418,091		)		386,208				(336		)		488,287
	Total Equity	235,041			22,636				104,274			(260,135		)		101,816				(189,338		)		607,429				386,208			(418,091		)		386,208				—				488,024
	Total Liabilities & Shareholders’ Equity	$	2,539,316		$	38,147			$	830,264		$	(956,458	)		$	2,451,269			$	1,198,962			$	1,897,644			$	4,052,475		$	(3,374,928	)		$	3,774,153			$	(3,899,368	)		$	2,326,054
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries
	Consolidating Balance Sheets
	December 31, 2012
	(In thousands)
		DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																				DT Acceptance Corporation
		Guarantor			Non-					Parent				Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor					Non-				Parent					Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations			DriveTime
		Subsidiaries			Guarantor					Company												Subsidiaries					Guarantor				Company																Automotive
		Combined			Subsidiary																	Combined					Subsidiaries																				Group, Inc.
																											Combined																				and
																																															Subsidiaries
	ASSETS:
	Cash and Cash Equivalents	$	6,937		$	482				$	5			$	—			$	7,424			$	7				$	423			$	18,624				$	—			$	19,054			$	—		$	26,478
	Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	—			—					—				—				—				16,163					90,909				—					—				107,072				—			107,072
	Finance Receivables	—			—					—				—				—				—					4,435				1,657,227					—				1,661,662				—			1,661,662
	Allowance for Credit Losses	—			—					—				—				—				—					—				(252,590		)			—				(252,590		)		—			(252,590		)
	Finance Receivables, net	—			—					—				—				—				—					4,435				1,404,637					—				1,409,072				—			1,409,072
	Inventory	270,733			—					—				—				270,733				—					—				—					—				—				—			270,733
	Property and Equipment, net	70,668			—					—				—				70,668				4,551					15,216				2,706					—				22,473				—			93,141
	Investments in Subsidiaries	—			—					473,828				(473,828		)		—				—					—				348,577					(348,577		)		—				—			—
Other Assets	1,226,409			26,480					383,689				(711,814		)		924,764				496,195					1,347,860				864,643					(1,857,217		)		851,481				(1,736,027		)	40,218
Assets of Discontinued Operation	—			—					—				—				—				42,403					—				—					—				42,403				—			42,403
Total Assets	$	1,574,747		$	26,962				$	857,522			$	(1,185,642	)		$	1,273,589			$	559,319				$	1,458,843			$	2,639,187				$	(2,205,794	)		$	2,451,555			$	(1,736,027	)	$	1,989,117
LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY:
Liabilities:
Payables and Other Accrued Expenses	$	1,021,718		$	609				$	602,314			$	(711,814	)		$	912,827			$	520,781				$	6,703			$	2,228,522				$	(1,836,721	)		$	919,285			$	(1,736,027	)	$	96,085
Deferred Revenue	2,415			86					—				—				2,501				—					—				—					—				—				—			2,501
Portfolio Term Financings	—			—					—				—				—				—					1,069,974				—					(20,496		)		1,049,478				—			1,049,478
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	—			—					—				—				—				—					57,200				—					—				57,200				—			57,200
Senior Secured Notes Payable	—			—					99,160				—				99,160				—					—				99,160					—				99,160				—			198,320
Other Secured Financing	91,320			11,733					—				—				103,053				1,774					12,454				—					—				14,228				—			117,281
Liabilities of Discontinued Operation	—			—					—				—				—				699					—				—					—				699				—			699
Total Liabilities	1,115,453			12,428			—		701,474		—		(711,814		)		1,117,541				523,254			—		1,146,331			—	2,327,682			—		(1,857,217		)		2,140,050				(1,736,027		)	1,521,564
Shareholders’ Equity:
Total Equity	459,294			14,534					156,048				(473,828		)		156,048				36,065					312,512				311,505					(348,577		)		311,505				—			467,553
Total Liabilities & Shareholders’ Equity	$	1,574,747		$	26,962				$	857,522			$	(1,185,642	)		$	1,273,589			$	559,319				$	1,458,843			$	2,639,187				$	(2,205,794	)		$	2,451,555			$	(1,736,027	)	$	1,989,117
DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidating Statements of Operations
December 31, 2013
(In thousands)
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation
	Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-Guarantor				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				DriveTime
	Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Subsidiaries				Company															Automotive
	Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Combined																			Group, Inc.
																																										and
																																										Subsidiaries
Revenue:
Sales Revenue	$	1,055,504		$	—			$	—		$	—			$	1,055,504			$	—			$	—			$	—		$	—			$	—			$	—			$	1,055,504
Interest Income	—			—				—			—				—				—				307,578				328,368			(308,148		)		327,798				—				327,798
Other Income	54,051			16,724				60,824			(8,593		)		123,006				72,395				—				2,367			(69,364		)		5,398				(110,810		)		17,594
Equity in Income of Subsidiaries	—			—				211,764			(211,764		)		—				—				—				212,222			(212,222		)		—				—				—
Total Revenue	1,109,555			16,724				272,588			(220,357		)		1,178,510				72,395				307,578				542,957			(589,734		)		333,196				(110,810		)		1,400,896
Costs and Expenses:
Cost of Sales	731,075			7,734				—			(7,619		)		731,190				—				—				—			—				—				—				731,190
Provision for Credit Losses	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				308,332			—				308,332				—				308,332
Portfolio Debt Interest Expense	—			—				—			—				—				—				42,196				—			—				42,196				—				42,196
Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense	5,555			577				42			—				6,174				64				1,318				368,417			(308,148		)		61,651				(65,273		)		2,552
Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense	—			—				15,162			—				15,162				—				—				15,163			—				15,163				—				30,325
Selling and Marketing	32,138			—				—			—				32,138				—				—				—			—				—				—				32,138
General and Administrative	115,122			2,921				6,394			—				124,437				58,988				61,489				65,793			(69,364		)		116,906				(45,537		)		195,806
Depreciation Expense	21,658			312				—			—				21,970				1,195				545				1,322			—				3,062				—				25,032
Total Costs and Expenses	905,548			11,544				21,598			(7,619		)		931,071				60,247				105,548				759,027			(377,512		)		547,310				(110,810		)		1,367,571
Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes	204,007			5,180				250,990			(212,738		)		247,439				12,148				202,030				(216,070		)	(212,222		)		(214,114		)		—				33,325
Income Tax Expense	—			665				261			—				926				—				—				683			—				683				—				1,609
Net Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations	204,007			4,515				250,729			(212,738		)		246,513				12,148				202,030				(216,753		)	(212,222		)		(214,797		)		—				31,716
Loss from Discontinued Operation (net of taxes)	—			—				—			—				—				(1,956		)		—				—			—				(1,956		)		—				(1,956		)
Net Income (Loss)	204,007			4,515				250,729			(212,738		)		246,513				10,192				202,030				(216,753		)	(212,222		)		(216,753		)		—				29,760
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests - Inilex	—			941				—			(1,731		)		(790		)		—				—				—			—				—				242				(548		)
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	$	204,007		$	3,574			$	250,729		$	(211,007	)		$	247,303			$	10,192			$	202,030			$	(216,753	)	$	(212,222	)		$	(216,753	)		$	(242	)		$	30,308
DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidating Statements of Operations
December 31, 2012
(In thousands)
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation
	Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				DriveTime
	Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Guarantor				Company															Automotive
	Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Subsidiaries																			Group, Inc.
																							Combined																			and
																																										Subsidiaries
Revenue:
Sales Revenue	$	920,507		$	—			$	—		$	—			$	920,507			$	—			$	—			$	—		$	—			$	—			$	—			$	920,507
Interest Income	—			—				—			—				—				—				273,460				300,595			(274,673		)		299,382				—				299,382
Other Income	45,442			—				37,760			—				83,202				65,058				—				2,757			(64,342		)		3,473				(85,500		)		1,175
Equity in Income of Subsidiaries	—			—				220,795			(220,795		)		—				—				—				180,339			(180,339		)		—				—				—
Total Revenue	965,949			—				258,555			(220,795		)		1,003,709				65,058				273,460				483,691			(519,354		)		302,855				(85,500		)		1,221,064
Costs and Expenses:
Cost of Sales	607,932			—				—			—				607,932				—				—				—			—				—				—				607,932
Provision for Credit Losses	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				253,603			—				253,603				—				253,603
Portfolio Debt Interest Expense	—			—				—			—				—				—				41,978				—			—				41,978				—				41,978
Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense	3,273			403				58			—				3,734				93				1,975				314,904			(274,673		)		42,299				(41,389		)		4,644
Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense	—			—				13,233			—				13,233				—				—				13,237			—				13,237				—				26,470
Selling and Marketing	28,012			—				—			—				28,012				—				—				3			—				3				—				28,015
General and Administrative	91,546			(3,406		)		7,369			—				95,509				54,942				55,762				78,506			(64,342		)		124,868				(44,111		)		176,266
Depreciation Expense	16,910			—				—			—				16,910				1,014				546				1,270			—				2,830				—				19,740
Total Costs and Expenses	747,673			(3,003		)		20,660			—				765,330				56,049				100,261				661,523			(339,015		)		478,818				(85,500		)		1,158,648
Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes	218,276			3,003				237,895			(220,795		)		238,379				9,009				173,199				(177,832		)	(180,339		)		(175,963		)		—				62,416
Income Tax Expense	—			484				224			—				708				—				—				486			—				486				—				1,194
Net Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations	218,276			2,519				237,671			(220,795		)		237,671				9,009				173,199				(178,318		)	(180,339		)		(176,449		)		—				61,222
Loss from Discontinued Operation (net of taxes)	—			—				—			—				—				(1,869		)		—				—			—				(1,869		)		—				(1,869		)
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	$	218,276		$	2,519			$	237,671		$	(220,795	)		$	237,671			$	7,140			$	173,199			$	(178,318	)	$	(180,339	)		$	(178,318	)		$	—			$	59,353
DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidating Statements of Operations
December 31, 2011
(In thousands)
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation
	Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				DriveTime
	Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Guarantor				Company															Automotive
	Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Subsidiaries																			Group, Inc.
																							Combined																			and
																																										Subsidiaries
Revenue:
Sales Revenue	$	838,242		$	—			$	—		$	—			$	838,242			$	—			$	—			$	—		$	—			$	—			$	—			$	838,242
Interest Income	—			—				—			—				—				—				252,911				284,282			(254,128		)		283,065				—				283,065
Other Income	38,333			—				26,500			—				64,833				60,250				—				2,864			(60,018		)		3,096				(67,269		)		660
Equity in Income of Subsidiaries	—			—				211,104			(211,104		)		—				—				—				158,642			(158,642		)		—				—				—
Total Revenue	876,575			—				237,604			(211,104		)		903,075				60,250				252,911				445,788			(472,788		)		286,161				(67,269		)		1,121,967
Costs and Expenses:
Cost of Sales	544,504			—				—			—				544,504				—				—				—			—				—				—				544,504
Provision for Credit Losses	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				207,198			—				207,198				—				207,198
Portfolio Debt Interest Expense	—			—				—			—				—				—				43,373				102			—				43,475				—				43,475
Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense	2,351			—				54			—				2,405				109				1,989				282,978			(254,128		)		30,948				(30,319		)		3,034
Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense	—			—				13,271			—				13,271				—				—				13,270			—				13,270				—				26,541
Selling and Marketing	22,790			—				—			—				22,790				—				—				—			—				—				—				22,790
General and Administrative	83,081			(1,191		)		7,543			—				89,433				56,925				50,009				68,803			(60,018		)		115,719				(36,950		)		168,202
Depreciation Expense	13,532			—				—			—				13,532				714				613				1,216			—				2,543				—				16,075
Total Costs and Expenses	666,258			(1,191		)		20,868			—				685,935				57,748				95,984				573,567			(314,146		)		413,153				(67,269		)		1,031,819
Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes	210,317			1,191				216,736			(211,104		)		217,140				2,502				156,927				(127,779		)	(158,642		)		(126,992		)		—				90,148
Income Tax Expense	—			403				(166		)	—				237				—				—				984			—				984				—				1,221
Net Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations	210,317			788				216,902			(211,104		)		216,903				2,502				156,927				(128,763		)	(158,642		)		(127,976		)		—				88,927
Loss from Discontinued Operation (net of taxes)	—			—				—			—				—				—				(789		)		—			—				(789		)		—				(789		)
Net Income (Loss) attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	$	210,317		$	788			$	216,902		$	(211,104	)		$	216,903			$	2,502			$	156,138			$	(128,763	)	$	(158,642	)		$	(128,765	)		$	—			$	88,138
DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows
Year Ended December 31, 2013
(In thousands)
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation
	Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				DriveTime
	Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Guarantor				Company															Automotive
	Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Subsidiaries																			Group, Inc.
																							Combined																			and
																																										Subsidiaries
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:
Net Income / (Loss)	$	204,007		$	4,515			$	250,729		$	(212,738	)		$	246,513			$	10,192			$	202,030			$	(216,753	)	$	(212,222	)		$	(216,753	)		$	—			$	29,760
Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests	—			(941		)		—			1,731				790				—				—				—			—				—				(242		)		548
Net Income / (Loss) Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	204,007			3,574				250,729			(211,007		)		247,303				10,192				202,030				(216,753		)	(212,222		)		(216,753		)		(242		)		30,308
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	—			—				—			—				—				1,956				—				—			—				1,956				—				1,956
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:
Provision for Credit Losses	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				308,332			—				308,332				—				308,332
Depreciation Expense	21,658			312				—			—				21,970				1,195				545				1,322			—				3,062				—				25,032
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	163			74				451			—				688				—				5,145				451			—				5,596				—				6,284
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	—			—				612			—				612				—				—				627			—				627				—				1,239
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	(232		)	—				—			—				(232		)		94				—				(7		)	—				87				—				(145		)
Originations of Finance Receivables	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(1,106,422		)	—				(1,106,422		)		—				(1,106,422		)
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	—			—				—			—				—				—				4,434				568,323			—				572,757				—				572,757
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(5,011		)	—				(5,011		)		—				(5,011		)
(Increase) Decrease in Inventory	(49,673		)	—				—			839				(48,834		)		—				—				—			—				—				—				(48,834		)
(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	(1,301,364		)	8,714				(272,571		)	194,677				(1,370,544		)		(882,385		)		(339,927		)		(895,002		)	1,311,843				(805,471		)		2,163,583				(12,432		)
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Revenue	39,686			(54		)		—			—				39,632				—				—				—			—				—				—				39,632
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	1,105,113			1,458				(2,982		)	15,491				1,119,080				867,518				61				1,311,087			(1,120,116		)		1,058,550				(2,163,341		)		14,289
Net Cash Provided By (Used in) Operating Activities from Continued Operations	19,358			14,078				(23,761		)	—				9,675				(1,430		)		(127,712		)		(33,053		)	(20,495		)		(182,690		)		—				(173,015		)
Net Cash Provided By Operating Activities from Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				761				—				—			—				761				—				761
Net Cash Provided By (Used in) Operating Activities	19,358			14,078				(23,761		)	—				9,675				(669		)		(127,712		)		(33,053		)	(20,495		)		(181,929		)		—				(172,254		)
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation																							DriveTime
																																										Automotive
																																										Group, Inc.
																																										and
	Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				Subsidiaries
	Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Guarantor				Company
	Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Subsidiaries
																							Combined
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:
Proceeds from Disposal of Property and Equipment	1,520			—				—			—				1,520				177				—				51			—				228				—				1,748
Purchase of Property and Equipment	(33,626		)	(762		)		—			—				(34,388		)		(761		)		(136		)		(986		)	—				(1,883		)		—				(36,271		)
Purchase of Lease Fleet	(33,022		)	—				—			—				(33,022		)		—				—				—			—				—				—				(33,022		)
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				85,074			—				85,074				—				85,074
Increase in Other Investments	—			—				(3,200		)	—				(3,200		)		—				—				—			—				—				—				(3,200		)
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	(65,128		)	(762		)		(3,200		)	—				(69,090		)		(584		)		(136		)		84,139			—				83,419				—				14,329
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				(762		)		—				(73,867		)	—				(74,629		)		—				(74,629		)
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities	(65,128		)	(762		)		(3,200		)	—				(69,090		)		(1,346		)		(136		)		10,272			—				8,790				—				(60,300		)
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:
Increase (Decrease) in Restricted Cash	—			—				—			—				—				3,788				(12,030		)		—			—				(8,242		)		—				(8,242		)
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	—			—				—			—				—				—				(9,000		)		—			—				(9,000		)		—				(9,000		)
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	—			—				—			—				—				—				9,446				—			—				9,446				—				9,446
Additions to Portfolio Term Financings	—			—				—			—				—				—				543,890				—			—				543,890				—				543,890
Repayment of Portfolio Term Financings	—			—				—			—				—				—				(625,844		)		—			20,495				(605,349		)		—				(605,349		)
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				1,034,300				—			—				1,034,300				—				1,034,300
Repayment of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				(808,100		)		—			—				(808,100		)		—				(808,100		)
Additions to Senior Secured Notes Payable	—			—				27,750			—				27,750				—				—				27,750			—				27,750				—				55,500
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	55,000			3,871				—			—				58,871				—				—				—			—				—				—				58,871
Repayment of Other Secured Notes Payable	(10,000		)	(2,192		)		—			—				(12,192		)		(1,775		)		(221		)		—			—				(1,996		)		—				(14,188		)
Payment of Debt Issuance Costs	(578		)	—				(789		)	—				(1,367		)		—				(4,428		)		(802		)	—				(5,230		)		—				(6,597		)
Dividend Distributions	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(13,701		)	—				(13,701		)		—				(13,701		)
Net Cash Provided By Financing Activities	44,422			1,679				26,961			—				73,062				2,013				128,013				13,247			20,495				163,768				—				236,830
Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents	(1,348		)	14,995				—			—				13,647				(2		)		165				(9,534		)	—				(9,371		)		—				4,276
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	6,937			482				5			—				7,424				7				423				18,624			—				19,054				—				26,478
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	5,589			15,477				5			—				21,071				5				588				9,090			—				9,683				—				30,754
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Discontinued Operation at End of Period	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				—			—				—				—				—
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continued Operations at End of Period	$	5,589		$	15,477			$	5		$	—			$	21,071			$	5			$	588			$	9,090		$	—			$	9,683			$	—			$	30,754
DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows
Year Ended December 31, 2012
(In thousands)
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation																							DriveTime
																																										Automotive
																																										Group, Inc.
																																										and
	Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-Guarantor				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				Subsidiaries
	Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Subsidiaries				Company
	Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Combined
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:
Net Income / (Loss)	$	218,276		$	2,519			$	237,671		$	(220,795	)		$	237,671			$	7,140			$	173,199			$	(178,318	)	$	(180,339	)		$	(178,318	)		$	—			$	59,353
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	—			—				—			—				—				1,869				—				—			—				1,869				—				1,869
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:
Provision for Credit Losses	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				253,603			—				253,603				—				253,603
Depreciation Expense	16,910			—				—			—				16,910				1,014				546				1,270			—				2,830				—				19,740
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	115			39				608			—				762				—				6,792				609			—				7,401				—				8,163
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	—			—				781			—				781				—				—				765			—				765				—				1,546
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	(117		)	—				—			—				(117		)		(34		)		—				(2		)	—				(36		)		—				(153		)
Originations of Finance Receivables	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(917,093		)	—				(917,093		)		—				(917,093		)
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	—			—				—			—				—				—				(1,496		)		560,588			—				559,092				—				559,092
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(4,252		)	—				(4,252		)		—				(4,252		)
Increase in Inventory	(58,403		)	—				—			—				(58,403		)		—				—				—			—				—				—				(58,403		)
(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	(269,542		)	(14,358		)		(232,721		)	208,224				(308,397		)		156,538				(342,738		)		166,308			145,614				125,722				179,356				(3,319		)
Increase in Deferred Revenue	2,362			31				—			—				2,393				—				—				—			—				—				—				2,393
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	107,580			311				(6,333		)	12,571				114,129				(127,876		)		1,552				165,334			34,725				73,735				(179,356		)		8,508
Net Cash Provided By (Used in) Operating Activities from Continued Operations	17,181			(11,458		)		6			—				5,729				38,651				(162,145		)		48,812			—				(74,682		)		—				(68,953		)
Net Cash Provided By Operating Activities from Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				(925		)		—				—			—				(925		)		—				(925		)
Net Cash Provided By (Used in) Operating Activities	17,181			(11,458		)		6			—				5,729				37,726				(162,145		)		48,812			—				(75,607		)		—				(69,878		)
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation																							DriveTime
																																										Automotive
																																										Group, Inc.
																																										and
	Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-Guarantor				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				Subsidiaries
	Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Subsidiaries				Company
	Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Combined
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:
Proceeds from Disposal of Property and Equipment	1,540			—				—			—				1,540				317				—				38			—				355				—				1,895
Purchase of Property and Equipment	(21,333		)	—				—			—				(21,333		)		(2,111		)		—				(1,037		)	—				(3,148		)		—				(24,481		)
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	(19,793		)	—				—			—				(19,793		)		(1,794		)		—				(999		)	—				(2,793		)		—				(22,586		)
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				(41,971		)		—				—			—				(41,971		)		—				(41,971		)
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities	(19,793		)	—				—			—				(19,793		)		(43,765		)		—				(999		)	—				(44,764		)		—				(64,557		)
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:
Increase in Restricted Cash	—			—				—			—				—				6,354				9,067				—			—				15,421				—				15,421
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	—			—				—			—				—				—				(15,864		)		—			—				(15,864		)		—				(15,864		)
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	—			—				—			—				—				—				(6,913		)		—			—				(6,913		)		—				(6,913		)
Additions to Portfolio Term Financings	—			—				—			—				—				—				857,246				—			—				857,246				—				857,246
Repayment of Portfolio Term Financings	—			—				—			—				—				—				(590,151		)		—			—				(590,151		)		—				(590,151		)
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				827,300				—			—				827,300				—				827,300
Repayment of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				(911,492		)		—			—				(911,492		)		—				(911,492		)
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	71,000			12,968				—			—				83,968				—				—				—			—				—				—				83,968
Repayment of Other Secured Notes Payable	(64,179		)	(1,235		)		—			—				(65,414		)		(360		)		(208		)		—			—				(568		)		—				(65,982		)
Payment of Debt Issuance Costs	(141		)	(388		)		(6		)	—				(535		)		—				(6,801		)		(7		)	—				(6,808		)		—				(7,343		)
Dividend Distributions	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(51,195		)	—				(51,195		)		—				(51,195		)
Net Cash Provided By (Used In) Financing Activities	6,680			11,345				(6		)	—				18,019				5,994				162,184				(51,202		)	—				116,976				—				134,995
Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents	4,068			(113		)		—			—				3,955				(45		)		39				(3,389		)	—				(3,395		)		—				560
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	2,869			595				5			—				3,469				52				384				22,013			—				22,449				—				25,918
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	6,937			482				5			—				7,424				7				423				18,624			—				19,054				—				26,478
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Discontinued Operations at End of Period	—			—				—			—				—				2				—				—			—				2				—				2
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continued Operations at End of Period	$	6,937		$	482			$	5		$	—			$	7,424			$	9			$	423			$	18,624		$	—			$	19,056			$	—			$	26,480
DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows
Year Ended December 31, 2011
(In thousands)
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation
	Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				DriveTime
	Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Guarantor				Company															Automotive
	Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Subsidiaries																			Group, Inc.
																							Combined																			and
																																										Subsidiaries
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:
Net Income / (Loss)	$	210,317		$	788			$	216,902		$	(211,104	)		$	216,903			$	2,502			$	156,138			$	(128,763	)	$	(158,642	)		$	(128,765	)		$	—			$	88,138
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	—			—				—			—				—				—				789				—			—				789				—				789
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:
Provision for Credit Losses	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				207,198			—				207,198				—				207,198
Depreciation Expense	13,532			—				—			—				13,532				714				613				1,216			—				2,543				—				16,075
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	494			—				562			—				1,056				—				10,262				562			—				10,824				—				11,880
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	—			—				1,395			—				1,395				—				—				1,394			—				1,394				—				2,789
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	86			—				—			—				86				—				—				(5		)	—				(5		)		—				81
Originations of Finance Receivables	—			—				—			—				—				—				23				(829,164		)	—				(829,141		)		—				(829,141		)
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	—			—				—			—				—				—				(223		)		540,673			—				540,450				—				540,450
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(1,011		)	—				(1,011		)		—				(1,011		)
Increase in Inventory	(66,286		)	—				—			—				(66,286		)		—				—				—			—				—				—				(66,286		)
(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	(851,669		)	2,564				(335,292		)	310,151				(874,246		)		(603,676		)		(233,228		)		(763,142		)	1,113,025				(487,021		)		1,358,453				(2,814		)
Decrease in Deferred Revenue	(28		)	—				—			—				(28		)		—				—				—			—				—				—				(28		)
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	691,667			(3,079		)		116,607			(99,047		)		706,148				602,492				(14,843		)		1,026,561			(954,383		)		659,827				(1,358,453		)		7,522
Net Cash Provided By (Used in) Operating Activities from Continued Operations	(1,887		)	273				174			—				(1,440		)		2,032				(80,469		)		55,519			—				(22,918		)		—				(24,358		)
Net Cash Provided By Operating Activities from Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				—				(838		)		—			—				(838		)		—				(838		)
Net Cash Provided By (Used in) Operating Activities	(1,887		)	273				174			—				(1,440		)		2,032				(81,307		)		55,519			—				(23,756		)		—				(25,196		)
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation
	Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				DriveTime
	Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Guarantor				Company															Automotive
	Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Subsidiaries																			Group, Inc.
																							Combined																			and
																																										Subsidiaries
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:
Proceeds from Disposal of Property and Equipment	438			—				—			—				438				62				—				19			—				81				—				519
Purchase of Property and Equipment	(43,290		)	—				—			—				(43,290		)		(243		)		(164		)		(477		)	—				(884		)		—				(44,174		)
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	(42,852		)	—				—			—				(42,852		)		(181		)		(164		)		(458		)	—				(803		)		—				(43,655		)
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				—				(630		)		—			—				(630		)		—				(630		)
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities	(42,852		)	—				—			—				(42,852		)		(181		)		(794		)		(458		)	—				(1,433		)		—				(44,285		)
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:
Increase in Restricted Cash	5			—				—			—				5				(1,740		)		19,928				—			—				18,188				—				18,193
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	—			—				—			—				—				—				(13,199		)		—			—				(13,199		)		—				(13,199		)
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	—			—				—			—				—				—				(22,819		)		—			—				(22,819		)		—				(22,819		)
Additions to Portfolio Term Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				707,947				—			—				707,947				—				707,947
Repayment of Portfolio Term Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				(339,110		)		—			—				(339,110		)		—				(339,110		)
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				970,600				—			—				970,600				—				970,600
Repayment of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				(1,232,215		)		—			—				(1,232,215		)		—				(1,232,215		)
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	44,500			—				—			—				44,500				—				—				—			—				—				—				44,500
Repayment of Other Secured Notes Payable	—			—				—			—				—				(344		)		(198		)		—			—				(542		)		—				(542		)
Payment of Debt Issuance Costs	(485		)	—				(169		)	—				(654		)		—				(8,965		)		(169		)	—				(9,134		)		—				(9,788		)
Dividend Distributions	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(51,845		)	—				(51,845		)		—				(51,845		)
Net Cash Provided By (Used In) Financing Activities	44,020			—				(169		)	—				43,851				(2,084		)		81,969				(52,014		)	—				27,871				—				71,722
Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents	(719		)	273				5			—				(441		)		(233		)		(132		)		3,047			—				2,682				—				2,241
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	3,588			322				—			—				3,910				285				516				18,966			—				19,767				—				23,677
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	2,869			595				5			—				3,469				52				384				22,013			—				22,449				—				25,918
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Discontinued Operation at End of Period	—			—				—			—				—				—				12				—			—				12				—				12
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continued Operations at End of Period	$	2,869		$	595			$	5		$	—			$	3,469			$	52			$	396			$	22,013		$	—			$	22,461			$	—			$	25,930

Selected_Quarterly_Financial_D

Selected Quarterly Financial Data - Unaudited	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Selected Quarterly Financial Data - Unaudited	'
	(21) Selected Quarterly Financial Data—Unaudited
	A summary of the quarterly data follows:
		First		Second		Third		Fourth			Total
		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter
	2013	(In thousands)
	Total revenue	$	385,224	$	360,865	$	364,204	$	290,603		$	1,400,896
	Costs and expenses	367,061		339,975		358,818		301,717			1,367,571
	Income before income taxes	18,163		20,890		5,386		(11,114		)	33,325
	Net Income/(Loss) From Continuing Operations	$	17,821	$	20,620	$	5,455	$	(12,180	)	$	31,716
		First		Second		Third		Fourth			Total
		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter
	2012	(In thousands)
	Total revenue	$	367,663	$	301,850	$	304,785	$	246,766		$	1,221,064
	Costs and expenses	333,825		271,596		299,344		253,883			1,158,648
	Income before income taxes	33,838		30,254		5,441		(7,117		)	62,416
	Net Income/(Loss) From Continuing Operations	$	33,446	$	29,987	$	5,070	$	(7,281	)	$	61,222
		First		Second		Third		Fourth			Total
		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter
	2011	(In thousands)
	Total revenue	$	332,856	$	275,405	$	286,012	$	227,694		$	1,121,967
	Costs and expenses (1)	291,841		242,975		273,567		223,436			1,031,819
	Income before income taxes	41,015		32,430		12,445		4,258			90,148
	Net Income/(Loss) From Continuing Operations	$	40,503	$	32,093	$	12,383	$	3,948		$	88,927
	(1) Includes net loss on extinguishment of debt.

Significant_Accounting_Policie1

Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Accounting Policies [Abstract]	'
Cash & Cash Equivalents	'
	We consider all highly liquid investments with original maturities at the date of purchase of three months or less to be cash equivalents. Periodically we maintain cash in excess of the amounts insured by the federal government.
Finance Receivables	'
	Finance Receivables
	Finance receivables consist of the aggregate principal balances of installment sales contracts ("loans"), collateralized by used vehicles sold, in our active portfolio, plus accrued interest receivable and direct loan origination costs. Finance receivables are comprised of loans related to used vehicles sold by us, all of which are simple interest loans which may be prepaid without penalty. We do not place loans on nonaccrual status, nor do we classify loans as impaired, since accounts are charged-off when the loans are contractually past due under our charge-off policy.
	Under our charge-off policy, we charge off the entire principal balance, accrued interest and unamortized loan origination costs of receivables that are contractually 91 or more days past due at the end of a month, unless the customer has made a minimum payment that meets certain requirements to keep the account active, in which case the customer loan would not charge off until 120 days contractually past due. At time of charge-off, the accrual of interest is discontinued and any accrued but unpaid interest is reversed and written off and the principal balance is reduced to the net estimated recovery proceeds. Upon vehicle repossession, estimated recoveries are reclassified and recorded as a component of other assets in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets.
	Allowance for Credit Losses
	We maintain an allowance for credit losses on an aggregate basis at a level we consider sufficient to cover probable credit losses inherent in our portfolio of receivables as of each reporting date. We accrue for estimated losses when it is probable that the amount will not be fully collectible and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated. The allowance takes into account a loss emergent period, historical credit loss experience, including timing, frequency and severity of losses. This estimate of existing probable credit losses inherent in the portfolio is primarily based on static pool analyses by month of origination based on origination principal, credit grade mix and deal structure, including down payment and term. The evaluation of the adequacy of the allowance also considers factors and assumptions regarding the overall portfolio quality, delinquency status, the value of the underlying collateral, current economic conditions that may affect the borrowers’ ability to pay and the overall effectiveness of collection efforts.
	The static pool loss curves by grade are adjusted for actual performance to date and historical seasonality patterns. The forecasted periodic loss rates, which drive the forecast for estimated gross losses (before recoveries) are calculated by factoring amortization speed and origination terms. Recoveries are estimated using historical unit and dollar static pool recovery activity to forecast recoveries for estimated charge-offs at the balance sheet date. The forecasted recovery rates (on a per unit basis) are based on the historical unit recovery trends by recovery type as adjusted for estimated impacts of economic and market conditions. Recovery proceeds from non-auction avenues are derived from historical data. Estimated recoveries include proceeds from selling repossessed vehicles at auction, sales tax credits, insurance proceeds, bankruptcy and deficiency collections and refunds to be applied from canceled or terminated service contracts and GAP.
	The allowance model is sensitive to changes in assumptions such that an increase or decrease in our forecasted net charge-offs would increase or decrease the allowance as a percentage of principal outstanding required to be maintained. The amount of our allowance is sensitive to losses within credit grade, recovery values, deal structure, the loss emergence period and overall credit grade mix of the portfolio.
	Provision for Credit Losses
	Provision for credit losses is the charge recorded to operations in order to maintain an allowance for credit losses adequate to cover losses inherent in our portfolio.
Vehicle Inventory	'
	Inventory consists of used vehicles acquired at auction, and are stated at the lower of cost or market value. Vehicle inventory cost is determined by specific identification. Direct and indirect vehicle reconditioning costs including parts and labor, overhead, costs to transport the vehicles to our reconditioning centers and dealership locations, and other incremental costs are capitalized as a component of inventory cost.
Lease Fleet Vehicles	'
	Our lease fleet is stated at cost and is shown net of accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is computed using the straight-line method over the three year estimated useful life of the vehicles, and an estimated residual value.
Property and Equipment	'
	Property and equipment consists of land, buildings, leasehold improvements, furniture, software, and repairs and maintenance costs that extend the life of an asset. Property and equipment is stated at cost and is shown net of accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is computed using the straight-line method over the estimated useful life of the assets, which range from three to fifteen years for equipment, three to five years for furniture, three years for software, five to ten years for building improvements, and thirty years for buildings. Leasehold improvements are depreciated using the straight-line method over the lesser of the lease term or the estimated useful lives of the related improvements.
Capitalized Internally Developed Software	'
	We capitalize direct costs of materials and services consumed in developing or obtaining internal use software. We also capitalize payroll and payroll-related costs for employees who are directly associated with and who devote time to the development of software products for internal use, to the extent of the time spent directly on the project. Capitalization of costs begins during the development stage and ends when the software is available for general use. Amortization of these costs is computed using the straight-line method over the estimated economic life of the software.
Deferred Financing Costs	'
	Costs related to obtaining debt financing and capital leases are capitalized and amortized over the term of the related debt using the effective interest method. Unamortized deferred financing costs at December 31, 2013 and 2012 were $14.6 million and $15.0 million, respectively, and are included as a component of other assets on the accompanying consolidated balance sheets. Amortization of deferred financing costs is recorded as component of interest expense, and was $6.3 million, $8.2 million and $11.9 million for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011, respectively.
Interest Income	'
	Interest income consists of interest earned on finance receivables, net of amortization of loan origination costs, plus late payment fees and interest earned on investments held in trust. Interest income is recognized on the accrual basis, when earned, based on a simple interest method. Finance Receivables continue to accrue interest until repayment or charge-off. Customer loans may be prepaid without penalty. Direct loan origination costs related to loans originated at our dealerships are deferred and charged against interest income over the life of the related loans using the effective interest method.
Revenue Recognition	'
	Revenue Recognition
	Revenue is generated through the sale of used vehicles, optional ancillary products, which includes our DriveCare® Extended Vehicle Service Contract ("VSC"), Guaranteed Asset Protection ("GAP") and GPS Monitoring Subscription ("GPS"). We provide all customers with a 30 day/1,500 mile limited maintenance warranty (“Limited Warranty”) with the purchase of any vehicle. The 30 day DriveCare® Limited Warranty is included in the sales price of the vehicle.
	We recognize revenue in accordance with FASB Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) Topic 605-25, Revenue Recognition. We recognize revenue applying the basic revenue recognition criteria (i.e., when persuasive evidence of a sales arrangement exists, delivery has occurred or services are rendered, the sales price or fee is fixed or determinable, and collectibility is reasonably assured). Further, our sales arrangements include multiple elements. As a result, contract interpretation is required to determine the appropriate accounting, including the identification of deliverables considered to be separate units of accounting, the allocation of the transaction price among the elements in the arrangement, and timing of revenue recognition for each of those elements.
	We establish the selling prices used for each deliverable based on vendor-specific objective evidence (“VSOE”) of selling price, if available, third-party evidence ("TPE"), if VSOE of selling price is not available, or estimated selling price ("ESP"), if neither VSOE of selling price nor TPE is available. To determine whether each item in the arrangement meets the separation criteria, DriveTime reviewed each item to determine whether separation of each deliverable is appropriate. We establish VSOE of selling price using the price charged for a deliverable when sold separately and, in rare instances, using the price established by management having the relative authority. TPE of selling price is established by evaluating largely similar and interchangeable competitor products or services in standalone sales to similarly situated customers. ESP is established, based on management's judgment, considering internal factors such as margin objectives, pricing practices and controls, customer segment pricing strategies and the product life cycle. In arrangements with multiple elements, allocation of the transaction price is determined at inception of the arrangement based on each unit of accounting's relative selling price.
	Revenue from used vehicle sales is combined with revenue recognized on ancillary products on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations. For the year ended December 31, 2013 we recognized $13.6 million of ancillary product sales revenue.
	Vehicle Sales
	Vehicle sales are considered a separate deliverable as a vehicle has stand-alone value. Used vehicles have standalone value to the customer as similar vehicles are typically sold on a standalone basis by other auto dealers. Additionally, the used vehicles have value on a standalone basis as customers could resell the vehicle to a different individual on a standalone basis which would allow them to recapture a substantial portion of the selling price of the vehicle.
	Revenue allocated to the vehicle is recognized upon delivery, when the sales contract is signed and the agreed-upon down payment or purchase price has been received. Sales of used vehicles include revenue from the sale of used vehicles, net of a reserve for returns, estimated using historical experience and trends, excluding sales tax. Our reserve for returns was $6.2 million and $5.3 million at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Revenue is recognized at time of sale as persuasive evidence of an arrangement in the form of an installment sales contract exists, we have delivered the vehicle to the customer, transferred title, the sales have a fixed and determinable price, and collectability is reasonably assured.
	30 Day Limited Warranty
	The 30 Day DriveCare® Limited Warranty is not considered a separate deliverable in the arrangement, therefore, it is accounted for in accordance with ASC 450, Contingencies. In accordance with ASC 450, warranties that are not separately priced are generally accounted for by accruing the estimated costs to fulfill the warranty obligation. The amount of revenue related to the product is recognized in full upon the delivery if all other criteria for revenue recognition have been met. Thus, the 30 day DriveCare® Limited Warranty would not be considered a separate deliverable in the arrangement. As a result, we accrue the estimated costs to fulfill the warranty obligation in accordance with ASC 450 at the time of the vehicle sale, as a component of costs of used vehicles sold.
	Vehicle Service Contracts
	The DriveCare® VSC package is a separately priced extended warranty contract that is within the scope of ASC 605-20, Revenue Recognition - Services. According to ASC 605-20, the amount of the transaction price that should be allocated to the separately priced extended warranty contract is the stated contractual amount of the extended coverage. Therefore, the separately priced VSC’s are considered a separate deliverable in the arrangement in which the amount to be deferred is the stated amount of the extended coverage. Revenue is deferred and recognized into sale of used vehicles over a pattern consistent with service repair claims, adjusted for charge-off experience.
	GAP
	GAP has standalone value to the customer as it is a common product sold by many insurance companies in each of the markets where DriveTime operates. If the customer did not obtain the GAP from DriveTime at the time of vehicle sale, the customer could obtain GAP from another vendor and receive the same type of coverage. The price of GAP is deferred and recognized on a straight line basis over the term of the customer’s loan.
	GPS Monitoring Subscription
	We recognize revenue for GPS as a separate element of the sales arrangement, by deferring the revenue over the life of the subscription.
	Lease Vehicles
	DriveTime leases vehicles to customers under a Cancel Anytime Lease™, therefore, leased vehicles are classified as operating leases with lease revenue recognized as payments are received. Origination fees received at lease inception are deferred and recognized on a straight line basis over the term of the lease. Lease revenue is recorded within other income on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations.
Cost of Sales	'
	Cost of sales includes the cost to acquire vehicles, standard production costs and the reconditioning and transportation costs associated with preparing the vehicles for resale, and the cost of ancillary products. Direct and indirect vehicle reconditioning costs, including parts and labor, overhead, costs to transport the vehicles to our dealership locations, warranty costs, ancillary product costs and other incremental costs which are allocated to inventory via standard costing, are included in cost of sales. The cost of sales for each used vehicles sold is determined on a specific identification basis.
Accounting for Transfers of Financial Assets	'
	Securitizations. We periodically sell loans originated at our dealerships to bankruptcy-remote securitization subsidiaries, which, in turn, transfer the loans to separate trusts that issue notes and certificates collateralized by these loans. The notes (asset-backed securities) are sold to investors, and we retain the residual certificates. We continue to service all securitized loans. We have determined that the trusts are variable interest entities and that DTAC is the primary beneficiary of those trusts, therefore, loans included in the securitization transactions are recorded as finance receivables and the asset-backed securities that are issued by the trusts are recorded as a component of portfolio term financings in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets. The bankruptcy remote securitization subsidiaries are owned and controlled by DTAC.
	Additional credit enhancement is achieved via over collateralization and a cash reserve account is established for the benefit of the Asset-Backed Security note holders. The reserve accounts are classified as restricted cash and investments held in trust in the consolidated balance sheets.
	Warehouse facilities. We utilize portfolio warehouse facilities in order to fund our finance receivable originations. Loans originated are pledged to the warehouse lenders to create borrowing base. The pledge of collateral is accomplished through a transfer from DTAC to the bankruptcy-remote entity (an SPE) formed for each warehouse facility. Although these transfers are treated as true-sales for legal purposes, we have determined these SPEs to be VIEs, for which DTAC is the primary beneficiary, therefore, DTAC consolidates the VIEs and finance receivables pledged to the SPEs and the associated debt of the warehouse facilities are consolidated into our financial statements.
	Bank Term Financing. Under our bank term financings, we pooled loans originated at our dealerships and transferred them to an SPE in a secured financing transaction. We continue to service all transferred loans. This financing was structured similar to a securitization, with only one financial institution investing in the notes of the SPE. Although the transfer of loans was treated as a true sale for legal purposes, we have determined this SPE to be a VIE, for which DTAC is the primary beneficiary, therefore DTAC consolidates the VIE and finance receivables pledged to the SPE and the associated debt into our financial statements.
Provision for Credit Losses	'
	Provision for credit losses is the charge recorded to operations in order to maintain an allowance for credit losses adequate to cover losses inherent in our portfolio.
Advertising	'
	All costs related to advertising and marketing are expensed in the period incurred. Advertising costs related to production are capitalized, and expensed once the media is aired. We had no capitalized advertising costs as of December 31, 2013 and 2012. Total advertising costs for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011 were $32.1 million, $28.0 million, and $22.3 million, respectively, and are included in selling and marketing expenses on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations.
Income Taxes	'
	DTAG and DTAC are both S-corporations for federal and state income tax purposes. There is no provision for income taxes, except for any amount of entity level state tax in certain jurisdictions, and federal income taxes related to two C corporation subsidiaries, one of which is wholly owned with the other majority owned. Income or losses of an S-corporation flow through to the individual shareholders, who report such income or loss on their individual income tax returns.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets	'
	We own some of our used vehicle sales facilities, a reconditioning facility, and an operations call center building. These long-lived assets are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable. Recoverability of assets to be held and used is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of an asset to future undiscounted net cash flows expected to be generated by the asset. If such assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized is measured by the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. Assets to be disposed would be reported at the lower of the carrying amount or fair value less costs to sell, and would no longer be depreciated. At December 31, 2013 and 2012, there were no indications of impairment pertaining to these assets.
Business Segments	'
	Business segments are defined as components of an enterprise about which separate financial information is available that is evaluated regularly by the chief operating decision maker in deciding how to allocate resources and in assessing operating performance. With the sale of GO Financial in December 2013, we have determined that we currently operate with one reportable business segment for our operations. See Note 19 — Discontinued Operations for further information.
Use of Estimates	'
	The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities. Certain accounting estimates involve significant judgments, assumptions, and estimates by management that have a material impact on the carrying value of certain assets and liabilities, disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities, and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period which management considers to be critical accounting estimates. The judgments, assumptions, and estimates used by management are based on historical experience, management’s experience, and other factors, which are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. Because of the nature of the judgments and assumptions made by management, actual results could differ materially from these judgments and estimates, which could have a material impact on the carrying values of our assets and liabilities and our results of operations.
	Significant items subject to estimates and assumptions include the allowance for credit losses, inventory valuation, fair value measurements, certain legal reserves, our reserve for sales returns and allowances, our recovery receivables, and our service contract accrual. Estimates used in deriving these amounts are described in the footnotes herein. Actual results could differ from these estimates.
	During 2013, we evaluated our recovery estimates related to sales tax in certain states in which we operate. As a result, we identified and recorded an adjustment to our finance receivables and now include an estimate of credits to be received on our sales tax returns related to accrued but charged-off interest and post charge-off interest assessed to customers’ accounts. If this change was not executed, for the year-ended December 31, 2013, net charge-offs would have been $9.4 million higher than reported, provision for credit losses would have been $2.3 million higher than reported, and net income would have been $11.7 million lower than reported. Although the change in estimate may cause our recoveries to be higher than historical rates, we do not expect this change to have a significant impact on 2013 and future net charge-offs or the allowance as a percent of principal outstanding.
Stock-Based Compensation	'
	We record compensation expense for awards of restricted stock granted to employees in accordance with ASC 718, “Compensation—Stock Compensation”. Under the fair value recognition provisions of ASC 718, stock-based compensation cost is measured at the grant date based on the fair value. We utilized a third party financial and economic appraiser to assist us in determining the grant-date fair value of the award. The value of the portion of the award that is ultimately expected to vest is recognized as an expense over the requisite service periods using graded vesting (see Note 13 — Shareholders’ Equity, Dividends & Stock Compensation to our consolidated financial statements included herein).
Reclassifications	'
	Certain prior period amounts have been reclassified to be consistent with current period financial statement presentation. For the year ended December 31, 2012 we reclassified $27.0 million of recovery receivables from other assets to finance receivables and reclassified $2.5 million from payables and other accrued expenses to deferred revenue to be consistent with current period presentation.
New Accounting Pronouncements	'
	From time to time, new accounting pronouncements are issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") or other accounting standards setting bodies, which we may adopt as of the specified date required by each standard. We believe the impact of recently issued standards not yet effective will not have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements upon adoption. However, the FASB continues to work on several projects, which will lead to new standards, which may have a material impact in future periods.
Consolidation, Variable Interest Entity	'
	We have determined that DTAC is a variable interest entity (“VIE”) and DTAG is the primary beneficiary of DTAC. Therefore, the accounts of DTAG and DTAC are consolidated and intercompany transactions between DTAG and DTAC are eliminated in consolidation. We determined DTAG is the primary beneficiary of DTAC because DTAG has both (1) the power to direct the activities of DTAC that most significantly impact DTAC’s economic performance and (2) a potentially significant variable interest that carries with it the obligation to absorb the losses or the right to receive benefits of DTAC. DTAG has the power to direct the activities of DTAC because it originates and sells 100% of the loans DTAC is required to purchase, sets underwriting standards and origination terms, sets servicing and collection policies administered by DTAC, and DTAC was specifically created and designed by DTAG to obtain third party financing for DTAG’s originations. DTAG also has potentially significant variable interests in the form of debt capital provided to DTAC through various debt issuances, guarantees of DTAC’s debt, as well as operational liabilities owed to DTAG, all of which carry the obligation to absorb losses or receive benefits of DTAC. Creditors of DTAC generally do not have recourse to the general credit of DTAG, except that the special purpose entity ("SPE") related to our term residual facility entered into a demand note with DTAC. The demand note is guaranteed by DTAG. (See Note 8 — Debt Obligations for further information.)
	Total assets of DTAC consolidated into DTAG are comprised primarily of net finance receivables, cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, investments held in trust, and deferred financing costs. Total liabilities consolidated into DTAG are comprised primarily of portfolio warehouse, portfolio term, and senior secured debt. Total revenue of DTAC consolidated into DTAG is comprised of interest income. DTAC expenses are comprised of provision for credit losses, interest expense and general and administrative expenses.
Related Party Expense	'
	Certain general and administrative expenses and salaries and wages of Verde and Verde employees who are enrolled in our health plan are reflected in our general and administrative expenses—related party.
Finance Receivables, Aging Analysis of Past Due Receivables	'
	An account is considered delinquent if a substantial portion of a scheduled payment has not been received by the date such payment was contractually due. Delinquencies may vary from period to period based upon the average age or seasoning of the portfolio, seasonality within the calendar year and economic factors. Delinquencies are presented on a Sunday-to-Sunday basis, which reflects delinquencies as of the nearest Sunday to period end. Sunday is used to eliminate any impact of the day of the week on delinquencies since delinquencies tend to be higher mid-week.

Restricted_Cash_And_Investment1

Restricted Cash And Investments Held In Trust (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Restricted Cash and Investments [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	'
	The following is a summary of restricted cash and investments held in trust:
		31-Dec-13		31-Dec-12
		(In thousands)
	Restricted Cash	$	30,738	$	22,496
	Investments Held in Trust	84,130		84,576
		$	114,868	$	107,072

Finance_Receivables_Tables

Finance Receivables (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Receivables [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Finance Receivable	'
	The following summarizes the components of finance receivables:
		December 31,
		2013				2012
		(In thousands)
	Principal Balances	$	1,871,576			$	1,601,710
	Recovery Receivables	29,432				27,040
	Accrued Interest	19,522				16,414
	Loan Origination Costs	18,401				16,498
	Total Finance Receivables	$	1,938,931			$	1,661,662
Schedule of Past Due Financing Receivables	'
	Age Analysis of Past Due Finance Receivables
		December 31,
	Days Delinquent:	2013							2012
		(In thousands)
		Percent of Portfolio			Loan Principal				Percent of Portfolio			Loan Principal
	Current	53.7	%		$	1,005,036			49.1	%		$	786,765
	1-30 Days	30	%		561,473				33	%		528,300
	31-60 Days	9	%		168,442				10	%		161,157
	61-90 Days	4.9	%		91,707				5.1	%		81,378
	91-120 Days	2.4	%		44,918				2.8	%		44,110
	Total Past Due	46.3	%		$	866,540			50.9	%		$	814,945
	Total Finance Receivables	100	%		$	1,871,576			100	%		$	1,601,710
Schedule of Financing Receivable Credit Quality Indicators	'
	At December 31, 2013, a summary of our portfolio by our internally assigned credit risk ratings was as follows:
	Grade	Average			Percentage of			Total			Percentage of			Total Portfolio
		FICO Score (1)			Portfolio  Contracts			Contracts			Portfolio Principal			Principal
														(In thousands)
	A	547			29	%		43,730			29.5	%		$	551,251
	B	519			38.3	%		57,836			38.9	%		727,192
	C	499			31.4	%		47,339			30.5	%		571,680
	D	480			1.3	%		1,925			1.1	%		21,453
					100	%		150,830			100	%		$	1,871,576
	At December 31, 2012, a summary of our portfolio by our internally assigned credit risk ratings was as follows:
	Grade	Average			Percentage of			Total			Percentage of			Total Portfolio
		FICO Score (1)			Portfolio Contracts			Contracts			Portfolio Principal			Principal
														(In thousands)
	A	548			28.9	%		40,658			29.4	%		$	470,196
	B	517			37.3	%		52,476			38.2	%		612,084
	C	496			32.3	%		45,513			31.1	%		499,009
	D	478			1.5	%		2,101			1.3	%		20,421
					100	%		140,748			100	%		$	1,601,710
	(1)	Average FICO score is provided as an external metric of credit quality, but is generally not utilized to determine internal credit grade. Our internal scoring model is the primary driver of our internal credit grade. Average FICO presented excludes originations with no FICO.
Schedules of Concentration of Risk, by Risk Factor	'
	Our portfolio concentration by state was as follows:
	December 31, 2013									December 31, 2012
	State		Percent of			Loan Principal (In thousands)				State		Percent of			Loan Principal
			Portfolio									Portfolio
	Texas		21.2	%		$	397,438			Texas		23	%		$	369,021
	Florida		15.7	%		294,043				Florida		15.4	%		247,281
	North Carolina		8.7	%		162,749				North Carolina		9.9	%		157,670
	Georgia		7.6	%		142,001				Georgia		7.6	%		122,027
	Arizona		6.4	%		117,861				Arizona		6.8	%		108,792
	All Others (1)		40.4	%		757,484				All Others (2)		37.3	%		596,919
			100	%		$	1,871,576					100	%		$	1,601,710
	(1)    Consists of fifteen additional states wherein the portfolio concentration per state is at or below 6.0%
	(2)    Consists of fourteen additional states wherein the portfolio concentration per state is at or below
Schedule of Allowance for Credit Losses on Financing Receivables	'
	The following table sets forth the rollforward of the allowance for credit losses for the periods indicated:
		Years Ended December 31,
		2013				2012
	Allowance Activity:	(In thousands)
	Balance, beginning of period	$	252,590			$	221,533
	Provision for credit losses	308,332				253,603
	Net charge-offs	(261,406		)		(222,546		)
	Balance, end of period	$	299,516			$	252,590
	Allowance as a percent of ending principal	16		%		15.7		%
	Charge-off Activity:
	Principal balances	$	(419,165	)		$	(372,493	)
	Recoveries, net	157,759				149,947
	Net charge-offs	$	(261,406	)		$	(222,546	)

Property_and_Equipment_Tables

Property and Equipment (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Property and Equipment	'
	A summary of property and equipment follows:
		December 31,
		2013			2012
		(In thousands)
	Land	$	17,270		$	13,313
	Buildings and Improvements	125,724			112,077
	Equipment	50,443			42,993
	Furniture	18,040			17,056
	Software	44,470			37,664
		255,947			223,103
	Less Accumulated Depreciation	(152,287		)	(129,962		)
	Property and Equipment, Net	$	103,660		$	93,141

Leased_Vehicles_Tables

Leased Vehicles (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Leased Assets [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Lease Vehicles	'
	A summary of our lease fleet follows:
		December 31,
		2013			2012
		(In thousands)
	Lease Fleet Vehicles	$	33,009		$	—
	Less Accumulated Depreciation	(1,848		)	—
	Lease Fleet Vehicles, net	$	31,161		$	—

Other_Assets_Tables

Other Assets (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Deferred Costs, Capitalized, Prepaid, and Other Assets Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Other Assets	'
	A summary of other assets follows:
		December 31,
		2013		2012
		(In thousands)
	Prepaid Assets	$	8,415	$	5,540
	Deferred Financing Costs	14,607		14,996
	Other Assets	35,065		19,682
	Total Other Assets	$	58,087	$	40,218

Debt_Obligations_Tables

Debt Obligations (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Debt	'
	The following is a summary of portfolio term financings:
		December 31,
		2013			2012
	Securitization Debt:	(In thousands)
	Asset-backed security obligations issued pursuant to the Company’s securitizations	$	713,953		$	677,118
	Bank Term Financing:
	Secured financing transaction for our finance receivable portfolio	223,868			347,360
	Portfolio Term Residual Financing:
	Variable rate financing facility secured by residual interests in finance receivables of warehouse facilities and securitization trusts	50,000			25,000
	Total Portfolio Term Financings	$	987,821		$	1,049,478
Schedule of Securitization Debt	'
	The following table is a summary of securitization transactions with outstanding balances for each period presented:
			As of December 31, 2013														As of December 31, 2012
			Debt			Gross Receivables				Cash				Interest			Debt			Gross Receivables		Cash		Interest
	Transaction		Balance			Pledged				Reserve (2)				Rate (1)			Balance			Pledged		Reserve (2)		Rate (1)
			(In thousands)														(In thousands)
	2010-1		$	—		$	—			$	—			—	%		$	23,036		$	55,525	$	4,500	3.6	%
	2011-1		22,772			31,271				4,200				3	%		60,335			84,198		4,200		3	%
	2011-2		34,762			41,954				4,500				2.9	%		84,977			103,779		4,500		2.9	%
	2011-3		61,485			75,037				4,500				3.9	%		130,347			159,068		4,500		3.9	%
	2012-1		90,175			117,529				4,500				3.5	%		170,198			219,252		4,500		3.5	%
	2012-2		113,142			138,194				4,500				2.9	%		208,225			251,409		4,500		2.9	%
	2013-1		181,018			233,346				4,500				2.7	%		—			—		—		—	%
	2013-2		210,599			277,023				4,500				2.9	%		—			—		—		—	%
			$	713,953		$	914,354			$	31,200						$	677,118		$	873,231	$	26,700
	(1)    These rates represent the original duration weighted average rates of the outstanding asset-backed securities.
Schedule of Line of Credit Facilities	'
	The following is a summary of portfolio warehouse facilities:
		As of December 31, 2013
		Amount Drawn			Facility Amount				Stated Advance Rate			Collateral(1)				Interest Rate (2)			Expiration Date	Final Maturity
	Portfolio Warehouse Facilities:	(In thousands)
	Deutsche Bank	$	98,400		$	150,000			65	%		$	189,970			2.41	%		Dec-14	Dec-15
	Wells Fargo	107,000			150,000				66	%		178,685				2.42	%		Dec-15	Dec-17
	RBS	78,000			125,000				65	%		137,497				2.42	%		Mar-14	Mar-15
	Total Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	$	283,400		$	425,000
		As of December 31, 2012
		Amount Drawn			Facility Amount				Stated Advance Rate			Collateral(1)				Interest Rate (2)			Expiration Date	Final Maturity
	Portfolio Warehouse Facilities:	(In thousands)
	Deutsche Bank	$	19,300		$	150,000			65	%		$	44,955			2.46	%		Dec-14	Dec-15
	Wells Fargo	23,000			150,000				58	%		43,057				2.46	%		Dec-13	Dec-15
	RBS	14,900			125,000				53	%		31,944				1.65	%		Mar-13	Mar-14
	Total Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	$	57,200		$	425,000
	(1)     Collateral represents underlying pools of finance receivables pledged to each facility.
	(2)     Interest rate at period end equal to contractual benchmark plus index.
Schedule of Senior Secured Notes Payable	'
	A summary of Senior Secured Notes payable follows:
		December 31,
		2013			2012
		(In thousands)
	Senior Secured Notes Payable	$	253,316		$	193,320
	Senior Secured Notes Payable—Related Party	—			5,000
	Total Senior Secured Notes Payable	$	253,316		$	198,320
Schedule of Other Secured Notes Payable	'
	A summary of other secured notes payable follows:
		As of December 31, 2013
		Balance			Max Facility Capacity				Advance Rate			Interest Rate (1)			Expiration Date
		(In thousands)
	Other Secured Notes Payable
	Revolving Inventory Facility	$	136,321		$	140,000		(3)	85	%	(2)	3.75	%		Nov-14
	Mortgage Note Payable	12,231			n/a				n/a			5.87	%		Mar-17
	Real Estate Facility	13,412			25,000				70	%		4.05	%		Oct-20
	Total Other Secured Notes Payable	$	161,964		$	165,000
		As of December 31, 2012
		Balance			Max Facility Capacity				Advance Rate			Interest Rate (1)			Expiration Date
		(In thousands)
	Other Secured Notes Payable
	Revolving Inventory Facility	$	91,320		$	140,000		(3)	85	%	(2)	3.75	%		Nov-14
	Mortgage Note Payable	12,454			n/a				n/a			5.87	%		Mar-17
	Real Estate Facility	11,733			25,000				70	%		4.21	%		Oct-20
	Equipment Note Payable	1,774			n/a				n/a			4.75	%		Apr-13
	Total Other Secured Notes Payable	$	117,281		$	165,000
	(1)    Interest rate at period end equal to contractual benchmark plus index.
	(2)    Advance rate is based on qualifying vehicle cost and is secured by our entire inventory.
	(3)    Inclusive of a $10.0 million seasonal increase in the months of November through January.
Schedule of Maturities of Long-term Debt	'
	The following table represents the future minimum principal payments required under our debt obligations and capital leases as of December 31, 2013:
		As of December 31, 2013
		Payments by Period
		(In thousands)
		Total			Less than				Year 2				Year 3				Year 4			Year 5		More than 5
					1 Year (3)																	Years
	Securitizations & Bank Term Financing (1)	$	937,821		$	466,934			$	254,734			$	144,231			$	71,922		$	—	$	—
	Portfolio warehouse facilities (2)	283,400			154,953				128,447				—				—			—		—
	Portfolio Term Residual Financing	50,000			—				—				—				—			—		50,000
	Senior secured notes	253,316			—				—				—				253,316			—		—
	Inventory facility	136,321			136,321				—				—				—			—		—
	Real estate mortgage loan	12,231			236				251				264				11,480			—		—
	Real estate facility	13,412			2,406				2,406				2,406				2,406			2,406		1,382
	Capital lease obligations	1,773			1,137				473				163				—			—		—
	Operating lease obligations	105,920			23,503				20,965				16,376				14,498			11,895		18,683
	Total (4)	$	1,794,194		$	785,490			$	407,276			$	163,440			$	353,622		$	14,301	$	70,065
	(1)	Securitization obligations and bank term financing agreements do not have a contractual termination date. Therefore, all collections on the contracts collateralizing the securities are used to repay the asset-backed security holders based on an expected duration of the securities.
	(2)	On the termination date of the facilities, amounts outstanding at termination are not due and payable immediately. All collections on the contracts collateralizing these facilities are used to pay down the facilities until they are paid in full because these facilities contain term-out features.
	(3)	Generally and historically, we renewed or replaced facilities expiring in less than one year.
	(4)	Total contractual obligations exclude future interest payment obligations.

Accrued_Warranty_Liability_Tab

Accrued Warranty Liability (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Accrued Service Contract Liability [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Warranty Service Contract Liabilities	'
	The following table reflects activity in the accrual for the periods indicated:
		Years Ended December 31,
		2013			2012
		(In thousands)
	Balance, Beginning of Period	$	24,420		$	24,004
	Service Contract Expense	20,013			23,195
	Service Contract Claims Paid	(28,627		)	(22,779		)
	Balance, End of Period	$	15,806		$	24,420

Deferred_Revenue_Tables

Deferred Revenue (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Revenue Recognition [Abstract]	'
Deferred Revenue, by Arrangement, Disclosure	'
	The following table sets forth information regarding the changes in Deferred Revenue:
		Years Ended December 31,
		2013			2012
		(In thousands)
	Deferred Balance, Beginning of Period	$	2,501		$	—
	Revenue Deferred	57,264			2,520
	Revenue Recognized	(17,632		)	(19		)
	Deferred Balance, End of Period	$	42,133		$	2,501

Related_Party_Transactions_Tab

Related Party Transactions (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Related Party Transactions	'
	During the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, we recorded related party interest expense as follows:
		Years Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
	Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense—Related Party	(In thousands)
	Senior Secured Notes Payable—Verde	$	365		$	237		$	2,460
	Senior Secured Notes Payable—CEO	41			24			220
	Total Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense—Related Party	$	406		$	261		$	2,680
	During the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, we recorded related party operating expenses as follows:
		Years Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
		(In thousands)
	General and Administrative Expenses—Related Party
	Property lease expense	$	4,711		$	4,768		$	3,795
	Restricted stock compensation expense (1)	1,239			1,546			2,790
	Aircraft operating and lease expense	4,614			4,198			3,937
	Salaries and wages, general & administrative and other expenses	579			645			793
	Reimbursement of certain general and administrative expenses	(308		)	(284		)	(314		)
	Total General and Administrative Expenses—Related Party	$	10,835		$	10,873		$	11,001
	(1)    Stock compensation agreement is between Ray Fidel, CEO, and DriveTime.

Income_Taxes_Income_Taxes_Tabl

Income Taxes Income Taxes (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation	'
	A reconciliation between expected taxes computed at the federal statutory rate of 35% and the effective tax rate on income before income taxes follows:
		Years Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
		(In thousands)
	Computed “Expected” Income Taxes	$	13,128		$	21,192		$	31,276
	Non C-Corporation (Income)	(12,080		)	(20,644		)	(30,859		)
	Entity Level State Income Tax on S Corp. Income	782			834			890
	Other, Net	(221		)	(188		)	(86		)
	Computed “Expected” Income Taxes	$	1,609		$	1,194		$	1,221
	Co
Schedule of Components of Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	'
	Components of income tax (benefit) expense are as follows:
		Years Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
		(In thousands)
	Current Expense:
	Federal	$	581		$	532		$	404
	State	810			662			817
	Deferred	218			—			—
	Total	$	1,609		$	1,194		$	1,221

Shareholders_Equity_Dividends_1

Shareholders’ Equity, Dividends & Stock Compensation (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Vesting of Restricted Stock Award	'
	The following is a summary of the vesting schedule:
	Period 1	Period 2	Period 3
	(1/1/11 - 6/30/11)	(7/1/11-6/30/12)	(7/1/12-12/31/13)
	6 Months	12 Months	18 Months
	19.67%	19.67%	19.67%

Commitments_and_Contingencies_

Commitments and Contingencies (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Future Minimum Rental Payments for Operating Leases	'
	A summary of future minimum lease payments required under non-cancelable operating leases with remaining lease terms in excess of one year as of December 31, 2013 follows:
		Related		Non-Related		Total
		Party		Party
		(In thousands)
	Year 1	$	11,108	$	12,395	$	23,503
	Year 2	10,635		10,330		20,965
	Year 3	9,285		7,091		16,376
	Year 4	9,437		5,061		14,498
	Year 5	9,147		2,748		11,895
	Thereafter	17,426		1,257		18,683
	Total	$	67,038	$	38,882	$	105,920

Fair_Value_Of_Financial_Instru1

Fair Value Of Financial Instruments (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Financial Instruments, Owned, at Fair Value [Abstract]	'
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping	'
	The following is a summary of carrying value presented within the balance sheet and fair value of our financial instruments for each period presented:
		December 31, 2013
				Fair Value
		Carrying Value		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3
		(In thousands)
	Assets
	Finance Receivables, net (1)	$	1,598,010	$	—	$	—	$	1,692,247
	Shareholder Notes Receivable	28,542		—		28,542		—
	Liabilities
	Securitization Debt	713,953		729,395		—		—
	Portfolio Term Residual Financing	50,000		—		47,462		—
	Bank Term Financings	223,868		—		223,868		—
	Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	283,400		—		283,400		—
	Senior Secured Notes Payable	253,316		279,914		—		—
	Revolving Inventory Facility	136,321		—		136,729		—
	Mortgage Note Payable	12,231		—		12,808		—
	Real Estate Facility	13,412		—		13,700		—
		December 31, 2012
				Fair Value
		Carrying Value		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3
		(In thousands)
	Assets
	Finance Receivables, net (1)	$	1,370,800	$	—	$	—	$	1,441,026
	Liabilities
	Securitization Debt	677,118		702,031		—		—
	Portfolio Term Residual Financing	25,000		—		25,000		—
	Bank Term Financings	347,360		—		347,360		—
	Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	57,200		—		57,200		—
	Senior Secured Notes Payable	198,320		220,135		—		—
	Revolving Inventory Facility	91,320		—		91,600		—
	Mortgage Note Payable	12,454		—		11,200		—
	Real Estate Facility	11,733		—		11,700		—
	(1)	Represents finance receivable principal balances, plus accrued interest, less the allowance for credit losses.

Discontinued_Operations_Tables

Discontinued Operations (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Revenue and Pretax Profit Reported in Discontinued Operations	'
	A summary of other the revenue and pretax profit reported in discontinued operations follows:
		Years Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
		(In thousands)
	Total Revenue	$	16,752		$	2,977		$	—
	Net Loss Before Income Taxes	(1,956		)	(1,869		)	(789		)
	A summary of the major classes of assets and liabilities disposed of as part of the sale of GO follows:
		30-Nov-13			31-Dec-12
	Assets:	(In thousands)
	Cash and Cash Equivalents	$	—		$	2
	Total Finance Receivables, Net	2,171			—
	Total Dealer Loans Receivables	112,028			40,956
	Property, Plant and Equipment	1,738			1,256
	Total Other Assets	348			189
	Total Assets:	$	116,285		$	42,403
	Liabilities:
	Accounts Payable	$	7		$	4
	Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	2,348			594
	Deferred Revenue	317			101
	Total Liabilities:	$	2,672		$	699

Supplemental_Consolidating_Fin1

Supplemental Consolidating Financial Information (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Consolidating Balance Sheets	'
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries
	Consolidating Balance Sheets
	December 31, 2013
	(In thousands)
		DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation
		Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				DriveTime
		Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Guarantor				Company															Automotive
		Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Subsidiaries																			Group, Inc.
																								Combined																			and
																																											Subsidiaries
	ASSETS:
	Cash and Cash Equivalents	$	5,589		$	15,477			$	5		$	—			$	21,071			$	5			$	588			$	9,090		$	—			$	9,683			$	—			$	30,754
	Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	—			—				—			—				—				12,375				102,493				—			—				114,868				—				114,868
	Finance Receivables	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				1,938,931			—				1,938,931				—				1,938,931
	Allowance for Credit Losses	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(299,516		)	—				(299,516		)		—				(299,516		)
	Finance Receivables, net	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				1,639,415			—				1,639,415				—				1,639,415
	Inventory	320,406			—				—			(839		)		319,567				—				—				—			—				—				—				319,567
	Property and Equipment, net	82,232			449				—			—				82,681				3,848				14,806				2,325			—				20,979				—				103,660
	Lease Fleet Vehicles	31,161			—				—			—				31,161				—				—				—			—				—				—				31,161
	Investments in Subsidiaries	—			—				259,162			(259,162		)		—				—				—				418,091			(418,091		)		—				—				—
	Other Assets	2,099,928			22,221				571,097			(696,457		)		1,996,789				1,182,734				1,779,757				1,955,012			(2,956,837		)		1,960,666				(3,899,368		)		58,087
	Shareholder Note Receivable	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				28,542			—				28,542				—				28,542
	Assets of Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				—			—				—				—				—
	Total Assets	$	2,539,316		$	38,147			$	830,264		$	(956,458	)		$	2,451,269			$	1,198,962			$	1,897,644			$	4,052,475		$	(3,374,928	)		$	3,774,153			$	(3,899,368	)		$	2,326,054
	LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY:
	Liabilities:
	Payables and Other Accrued Expenses	$	2,125,853		$	2,067			$	599,332		$	(696,323	)		$	2,030,929			$	1,388,300			$	6,763			$	3,539,609		$	(2,956,837	)		$	1,977,835			$	(3,899,368	)		$	109,396
	Deferred Revenue	42,101			32				—			—				42,133				—				—				—			—				—				—				42,133
	Portfolio Term Financings	—			—				—			—				—				—				987,821				—			—				987,821				—				987,821
	Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				283,400				—			—				283,400				—				283,400
	Senior Secured Notes Payable	—			—				126,658			—				126,658				—				—				126,658			—				126,658				—				253,316
	Other Secured Financing	136,321			13,412				—			—				149,733				—				12,231				—			—				12,231				—				161,964
	Liabilities of Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				—			—				—				—				—
	Total Liabilities	2,304,275			15,511				725,990			(696,323		)		2,349,453				1,388,300				1,290,215				3,666,267			(2,956,837		)		3,387,945				(3,899,368		)		1,838,030
	Shareholders’ Equity:
	Noncontrolling Interest - Inilex	—			2,698				—			(3,297		)		(599		)		—				—				—			—				—				336				(263		)
	Shareholders' Equity	235,041			19,938				104,274			(256,838		)		102,415				(189,338		)		607,429				386,208			(418,091		)		386,208				(336		)		488,287
	Total Equity	235,041			22,636				104,274			(260,135		)		101,816				(189,338		)		607,429				386,208			(418,091		)		386,208				—				488,024
	Total Liabilities & Shareholders’ Equity	$	2,539,316		$	38,147			$	830,264		$	(956,458	)		$	2,451,269			$	1,198,962			$	1,897,644			$	4,052,475		$	(3,374,928	)		$	3,774,153			$	(3,899,368	)		$	2,326,054
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries
	Consolidating Balance Sheets
	December 31, 2012
	(In thousands)
		DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																				DT Acceptance Corporation
		Guarantor			Non-					Parent				Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor					Non-				Parent					Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations			DriveTime
		Subsidiaries			Guarantor					Company												Subsidiaries					Guarantor				Company																Automotive
		Combined			Subsidiary																	Combined					Subsidiaries																				Group, Inc.
																											Combined																				and
																																															Subsidiaries
	ASSETS:
	Cash and Cash Equivalents	$	6,937		$	482				$	5			$	—			$	7,424			$	7				$	423			$	18,624				$	—			$	19,054			$	—		$	26,478
	Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	—			—					—				—				—				16,163					90,909				—					—				107,072				—			107,072
	Finance Receivables	—			—					—				—				—				—					4,435				1,657,227					—				1,661,662				—			1,661,662
	Allowance for Credit Losses	—			—					—				—				—				—					—				(252,590		)			—				(252,590		)		—			(252,590		)
	Finance Receivables, net	—			—					—				—				—				—					4,435				1,404,637					—				1,409,072				—			1,409,072
	Inventory	270,733			—					—				—				270,733				—					—				—					—				—				—			270,733
	Property and Equipment, net	70,668			—					—				—				70,668				4,551					15,216				2,706					—				22,473				—			93,141
	Investments in Subsidiaries	—			—					473,828				(473,828		)		—				—					—				348,577					(348,577		)		—				—			—
	Other Assets	1,226,409			26,480					383,689				(711,814		)		924,764				496,195					1,347,860				864,643					(1,857,217		)		851,481				(1,736,027		)	40,218
	Assets of Discontinued Operation	—			—					—				—				—				42,403					—				—					—				42,403				—			42,403
	Total Assets	$	1,574,747		$	26,962				$	857,522			$	(1,185,642	)		$	1,273,589			$	559,319				$	1,458,843			$	2,639,187				$	(2,205,794	)		$	2,451,555			$	(1,736,027	)	$	1,989,117
	LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY:
	Liabilities:
Payables and Other Accrued Expenses	$	1,021,718		$	609				$	602,314			$	(711,814	)		$	912,827			$	520,781				$	6,703			$	2,228,522				$	(1,836,721	)		$	919,285			$	(1,736,027	)	$	96,085
Deferred Revenue	2,415			86					—				—				2,501				—					—				—					—				—				—			2,501
Portfolio Term Financings	—			—					—				—				—				—					1,069,974				—					(20,496		)		1,049,478				—			1,049,478
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	—			—					—				—				—				—					57,200				—					—				57,200				—			57,200
Senior Secured Notes Payable	—			—					99,160				—				99,160				—					—				99,160					—				99,160				—			198,320
Other Secured Financing	91,320			11,733					—				—				103,053				1,774					12,454				—					—				14,228				—			117,281
Liabilities of Discontinued Operation	—			—					—				—				—				699					—				—					—				699				—			699
Total Liabilities	1,115,453			12,428			—		701,474		—		(711,814		)		1,117,541				523,254			—		1,146,331			—	2,327,682			—		(1,857,217		)		2,140,050				(1,736,027		)	1,521,564
Shareholders’ Equity:
Total Equity	459,294			14,534					156,048				(473,828		)		156,048				36,065					312,512				311,505					(348,577		)		311,505				—			467,553
Total Liabilities & Shareholders’ Equity	$	1,574,747		$	26,962				$	857,522			$	(1,185,642	)		$	1,273,589			$	559,319				$	1,458,843			$	2,639,187				$	(2,205,794	)		$	2,451,555			$	(1,736,027	)	$	1,989,117
Schedule of Consolidating Statements of Operations	'
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries
	Consolidating Statements of Operations
	December 31, 2013
	(In thousands)
		DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation
		Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-Guarantor				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				DriveTime
		Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Subsidiaries				Company															Automotive
		Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Combined																			Group, Inc.
																																											and
																																											Subsidiaries
	Revenue:
	Sales Revenue	$	1,055,504		$	—			$	—		$	—			$	1,055,504			$	—			$	—			$	—		$	—			$	—			$	—			$	1,055,504
	Interest Income	—			—				—			—				—				—				307,578				328,368			(308,148		)		327,798				—				327,798
	Other Income	54,051			16,724				60,824			(8,593		)		123,006				72,395				—				2,367			(69,364		)		5,398				(110,810		)		17,594
	Equity in Income of Subsidiaries	—			—				211,764			(211,764		)		—				—				—				212,222			(212,222		)		—				—				—
	Total Revenue	1,109,555			16,724				272,588			(220,357		)		1,178,510				72,395				307,578				542,957			(589,734		)		333,196				(110,810		)		1,400,896
	Costs and Expenses:
	Cost of Sales	731,075			7,734				—			(7,619		)		731,190				—				—				—			—				—				—				731,190
	Provision for Credit Losses	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				308,332			—				308,332				—				308,332
	Portfolio Debt Interest Expense	—			—				—			—				—				—				42,196				—			—				42,196				—				42,196
	Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense	5,555			577				42			—				6,174				64				1,318				368,417			(308,148		)		61,651				(65,273		)		2,552
	Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense	—			—				15,162			—				15,162				—				—				15,163			—				15,163				—				30,325
	Selling and Marketing	32,138			—				—			—				32,138				—				—				—			—				—				—				32,138
	General and Administrative	115,122			2,921				6,394			—				124,437				58,988				61,489				65,793			(69,364		)		116,906				(45,537		)		195,806
	Depreciation Expense	21,658			312				—			—				21,970				1,195				545				1,322			—				3,062				—				25,032
	Total Costs and Expenses	905,548			11,544				21,598			(7,619		)		931,071				60,247				105,548				759,027			(377,512		)		547,310				(110,810		)		1,367,571
	Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes	204,007			5,180				250,990			(212,738		)		247,439				12,148				202,030				(216,070		)	(212,222		)		(214,114		)		—				33,325
	Income Tax Expense	—			665				261			—				926				—				—				683			—				683				—				1,609
	Net Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations	204,007			4,515				250,729			(212,738		)		246,513				12,148				202,030				(216,753		)	(212,222		)		(214,797		)		—				31,716
	Loss from Discontinued Operation (net of taxes)	—			—				—			—				—				(1,956		)		—				—			—				(1,956		)		—				(1,956		)
	Net Income (Loss)	204,007			4,515				250,729			(212,738		)		246,513				10,192				202,030				(216,753		)	(212,222		)		(216,753		)		—				29,760
	Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests - Inilex	—			941				—			(1,731		)		(790		)		—				—				—			—				—				242				(548		)
	Net Income (Loss) Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	$	204,007		$	3,574			$	250,729		$	(211,007	)		$	247,303			$	10,192			$	202,030			$	(216,753	)	$	(212,222	)		$	(216,753	)		$	(242	)		$	30,308
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries
	Consolidating Statements of Operations
	December 31, 2012
	(In thousands)
		DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation
		Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				DriveTime
		Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Guarantor				Company															Automotive
		Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Subsidiaries																			Group, Inc.
																								Combined																			and
																																											Subsidiaries
	Revenue:
	Sales Revenue	$	920,507		$	—			$	—		$	—			$	920,507			$	—			$	—			$	—		$	—			$	—			$	—			$	920,507
	Interest Income	—			—				—			—				—				—				273,460				300,595			(274,673		)		299,382				—				299,382
	Other Income	45,442			—				37,760			—				83,202				65,058				—				2,757			(64,342		)		3,473				(85,500		)		1,175
	Equity in Income of Subsidiaries	—			—				220,795			(220,795		)		—				—				—				180,339			(180,339		)		—				—				—
	Total Revenue	965,949			—				258,555			(220,795		)		1,003,709				65,058				273,460				483,691			(519,354		)		302,855				(85,500		)		1,221,064
	Costs and Expenses:
	Cost of Sales	607,932			—				—			—				607,932				—				—				—			—				—				—				607,932
	Provision for Credit Losses	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				253,603			—				253,603				—				253,603
	Portfolio Debt Interest Expense	—			—				—			—				—				—				41,978				—			—				41,978				—				41,978
	Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense	3,273			403				58			—				3,734				93				1,975				314,904			(274,673		)		42,299				(41,389		)		4,644
	Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense	—			—				13,233			—				13,233				—				—				13,237			—				13,237				—				26,470
	Selling and Marketing	28,012			—				—			—				28,012				—				—				3			—				3				—				28,015
	General and Administrative	91,546			(3,406		)		7,369			—				95,509				54,942				55,762				78,506			(64,342		)		124,868				(44,111		)		176,266
	Depreciation Expense	16,910			—				—			—				16,910				1,014				546				1,270			—				2,830				—				19,740
	Total Costs and Expenses	747,673			(3,003		)		20,660			—				765,330				56,049				100,261				661,523			(339,015		)		478,818				(85,500		)		1,158,648
	Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes	218,276			3,003				237,895			(220,795		)		238,379				9,009				173,199				(177,832		)	(180,339		)		(175,963		)		—				62,416
	Income Tax Expense	—			484				224			—				708				—				—				486			—				486				—				1,194
	Net Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations	218,276			2,519				237,671			(220,795		)		237,671				9,009				173,199				(178,318		)	(180,339		)		(176,449		)		—				61,222
	Loss from Discontinued Operation (net of taxes)	—			—				—			—				—				(1,869		)		—				—			—				(1,869		)		—				(1,869		)
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	$	218,276		$	2,519			$	237,671		$	(220,795	)		$	237,671			$	7,140			$	173,199			$	(178,318	)	$	(180,339	)		$	(178,318	)		$	—			$	59,353
DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidating Statements of Operations
December 31, 2011
(In thousands)
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation
	Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				DriveTime
	Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Guarantor				Company															Automotive
	Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Subsidiaries																			Group, Inc.
																							Combined																			and
																																										Subsidiaries
Revenue:
Sales Revenue	$	838,242		$	—			$	—		$	—			$	838,242			$	—			$	—			$	—		$	—			$	—			$	—			$	838,242
Interest Income	—			—				—			—				—				—				252,911				284,282			(254,128		)		283,065				—				283,065
Other Income	38,333			—				26,500			—				64,833				60,250				—				2,864			(60,018		)		3,096				(67,269		)		660
Equity in Income of Subsidiaries	—			—				211,104			(211,104		)		—				—				—				158,642			(158,642		)		—				—				—
Total Revenue	876,575			—				237,604			(211,104		)		903,075				60,250				252,911				445,788			(472,788		)		286,161				(67,269		)		1,121,967
Costs and Expenses:
Cost of Sales	544,504			—				—			—				544,504				—				—				—			—				—				—				544,504
Provision for Credit Losses	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				207,198			—				207,198				—				207,198
Portfolio Debt Interest Expense	—			—				—			—				—				—				43,373				102			—				43,475				—				43,475
Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense	2,351			—				54			—				2,405				109				1,989				282,978			(254,128		)		30,948				(30,319		)		3,034
Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense	—			—				13,271			—				13,271				—				—				13,270			—				13,270				—				26,541
Selling and Marketing	22,790			—				—			—				22,790				—				—				—			—				—				—				22,790
General and Administrative	83,081			(1,191		)		7,543			—				89,433				56,925				50,009				68,803			(60,018		)		115,719				(36,950		)		168,202
Depreciation Expense	13,532			—				—			—				13,532				714				613				1,216			—				2,543				—				16,075
Total Costs and Expenses	666,258			(1,191		)		20,868			—				685,935				57,748				95,984				573,567			(314,146		)		413,153				(67,269		)		1,031,819
Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes	210,317			1,191				216,736			(211,104		)		217,140				2,502				156,927				(127,779		)	(158,642		)		(126,992		)		—				90,148
Income Tax Expense	—			403				(166		)	—				237				—				—				984			—				984				—				1,221
Net Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations	210,317			788				216,902			(211,104		)		216,903				2,502				156,927				(128,763		)	(158,642		)		(127,976		)		—				88,927
Loss from Discontinued Operation (net of taxes)	—			—				—			—				—				—				(789		)		—			—				(789		)		—				(789		)
Net Income (Loss) attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	$	210,317		$	788			$	216,902		$	(211,104	)		$	216,903			$	2,502			$	156,138			$	(128,763	)	$	(158,642	)		$	(128,765	)		$	—			$	88,138
Schedule of Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows	'
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries
	Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows
	Year Ended December 31, 2013
	(In thousands)
		DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation
		Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				DriveTime
		Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Guarantor				Company															Automotive
		Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Subsidiaries																			Group, Inc.
																								Combined																			and
																																											Subsidiaries
	Cash Flows from Operating Activities:
	Net Income / (Loss)	$	204,007		$	4,515			$	250,729		$	(212,738	)		$	246,513			$	10,192			$	202,030			$	(216,753	)	$	(212,222	)		$	(216,753	)		$	—			$	29,760
	Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests	—			(941		)		—			1,731				790				—				—				—			—				—				(242		)		548
	Net Income / (Loss) Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	204,007			3,574				250,729			(211,007		)		247,303				10,192				202,030				(216,753		)	(212,222		)		(216,753		)		(242		)		30,308
	Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	—			—				—			—				—				1,956				—				—			—				1,956				—				1,956
	Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:
	Provision for Credit Losses	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				308,332			—				308,332				—				308,332
	Depreciation Expense	21,658			312				—			—				21,970				1,195				545				1,322			—				3,062				—				25,032
	Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	163			74				451			—				688				—				5,145				451			—				5,596				—				6,284
	Non-Cash Compensation Expense	—			—				612			—				612				—				—				627			—				627				—				1,239
	Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	(232		)	—				—			—				(232		)		94				—				(7		)	—				87				—				(145		)
	Originations of Finance Receivables	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(1,106,422		)	—				(1,106,422		)		—				(1,106,422		)
	Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	—			—				—			—				—				—				4,434				568,323			—				572,757				—				572,757
	Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(5,011		)	—				(5,011		)		—				(5,011		)
	(Increase) Decrease in Inventory	(49,673		)	—				—			839				(48,834		)		—				—				—			—				—				—				(48,834		)
	(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	(1,301,364		)	8,714				(272,571		)	194,677				(1,370,544		)		(882,385		)		(339,927		)		(895,002		)	1,311,843				(805,471		)		2,163,583				(12,432		)
	Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Revenue	39,686			(54		)		—			—				39,632				—				—				—			—				—				—				39,632
	Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	1,105,113			1,458				(2,982		)	15,491				1,119,080				867,518				61				1,311,087			(1,120,116		)		1,058,550				(2,163,341		)		14,289
	Net Cash Provided By (Used in) Operating Activities from Continued Operations	19,358			14,078				(23,761		)	—				9,675				(1,430		)		(127,712		)		(33,053		)	(20,495		)		(182,690		)		—				(173,015		)
	Net Cash Provided By Operating Activities from Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				761				—				—			—				761				—				761
	Net Cash Provided By (Used in) Operating Activities	19,358			14,078				(23,761		)	—				9,675				(669		)		(127,712		)		(33,053		)	(20,495		)		(181,929		)		—				(172,254		)
		DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation																							DriveTime
																																											Automotive
																																											Group, Inc.
																																											and
		Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				Subsidiaries
		Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Guarantor				Company
		Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Subsidiaries
																								Combined
	Cash Flows from Investing Activities:
	Proceeds from Disposal of Property and Equipment	1,520			—				—			—				1,520				177				—				51			—				228				—				1,748
	Purchase of Property and Equipment	(33,626		)	(762		)		—			—				(34,388		)		(761		)		(136		)		(986		)	—				(1,883		)		—				(36,271		)
	Purchase of Lease Fleet	(33,022		)	—				—			—				(33,022		)		—				—				—			—				—				—				(33,022		)
	Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				85,074			—				85,074				—				85,074
	Increase in Other Investments	—			—				(3,200		)	—				(3,200		)		—				—				—			—				—				—				(3,200		)
	Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	(65,128		)	(762		)		(3,200		)	—				(69,090		)		(584		)		(136		)		84,139			—				83,419				—				14,329
	Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				(762		)		—				(73,867		)	—				(74,629		)		—				(74,629		)
	Net Cash Used in Investing Activities	(65,128		)	(762		)		(3,200		)	—				(69,090		)		(1,346		)		(136		)		10,272			—				8,790				—				(60,300		)
	Cash Flows from Financing Activities:
	Increase (Decrease) in Restricted Cash	—			—				—			—				—				3,788				(12,030		)		—			—				(8,242		)		—				(8,242		)
	Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	—			—				—			—				—				—				(9,000		)		—			—				(9,000		)		—				(9,000		)
	Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	—			—				—			—				—				—				9,446				—			—				9,446				—				9,446
	Additions to Portfolio Term Financings	—			—				—			—				—				—				543,890				—			—				543,890				—				543,890
	Repayment of Portfolio Term Financings	—			—				—			—				—				—				(625,844		)		—			20,495				(605,349		)		—				(605,349		)
	Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				1,034,300				—			—				1,034,300				—				1,034,300
	Repayment of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				(808,100		)		—			—				(808,100		)		—				(808,100		)
	Additions to Senior Secured Notes Payable	—			—				27,750			—				27,750				—				—				27,750			—				27,750				—				55,500
	Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	55,000			3,871				—			—				58,871				—				—				—			—				—				—				58,871
	Repayment of Other Secured Notes Payable	(10,000		)	(2,192		)		—			—				(12,192		)		(1,775		)		(221		)		—			—				(1,996		)		—				(14,188		)
	Payment of Debt Issuance Costs	(578		)	—				(789		)	—				(1,367		)		—				(4,428		)		(802		)	—				(5,230		)		—				(6,597		)
	Dividend Distributions	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(13,701		)	—				(13,701		)		—				(13,701		)
	Net Cash Provided By Financing Activities	44,422			1,679				26,961			—				73,062				2,013				128,013				13,247			20,495				163,768				—				236,830
	Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents	(1,348		)	14,995				—			—				13,647				(2		)		165				(9,534		)	—				(9,371		)		—				4,276
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	6,937			482				5			—				7,424				7				423				18,624			—				19,054				—				26,478
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	5,589			15,477				5			—				21,071				5				588				9,090			—				9,683				—				30,754
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Discontinued Operation at End of Period	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				—			—				—				—				—
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continued Operations at End of Period	$	5,589		$	15,477			$	5		$	—			$	21,071			$	5			$	588			$	9,090		$	—			$	9,683			$	—			$	30,754
DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows
Year Ended December 31, 2012
(In thousands)
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation																							DriveTime
																																										Automotive
																																										Group, Inc.
																																										and
	Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-Guarantor				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				Subsidiaries
	Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Subsidiaries				Company
	Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Combined
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:
Net Income / (Loss)	$	218,276		$	2,519			$	237,671		$	(220,795	)		$	237,671			$	7,140			$	173,199			$	(178,318	)	$	(180,339	)		$	(178,318	)		$	—			$	59,353
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	—			—				—			—				—				1,869				—				—			—				1,869				—				1,869
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:
Provision for Credit Losses	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				253,603			—				253,603				—				253,603
Depreciation Expense	16,910			—				—			—				16,910				1,014				546				1,270			—				2,830				—				19,740
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	115			39				608			—				762				—				6,792				609			—				7,401				—				8,163
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	—			—				781			—				781				—				—				765			—				765				—				1,546
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	(117		)	—				—			—				(117		)		(34		)		—				(2		)	—				(36		)		—				(153		)
Originations of Finance Receivables	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(917,093		)	—				(917,093		)		—				(917,093		)
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	—			—				—			—				—				—				(1,496		)		560,588			—				559,092				—				559,092
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(4,252		)	—				(4,252		)		—				(4,252		)
Increase in Inventory	(58,403		)	—				—			—				(58,403		)		—				—				—			—				—				—				(58,403		)
(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	(269,542		)	(14,358		)		(232,721		)	208,224				(308,397		)		156,538				(342,738		)		166,308			145,614				125,722				179,356				(3,319		)
Increase in Deferred Revenue	2,362			31				—			—				2,393				—				—				—			—				—				—				2,393
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	107,580			311				(6,333		)	12,571				114,129				(127,876		)		1,552				165,334			34,725				73,735				(179,356		)		8,508
Net Cash Provided By (Used in) Operating Activities from Continued Operations	17,181			(11,458		)		6			—				5,729				38,651				(162,145		)		48,812			—				(74,682		)		—				(68,953		)
Net Cash Provided By Operating Activities from Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				(925		)		—				—			—				(925		)		—				(925		)
Net Cash Provided By (Used in) Operating Activities	17,181			(11,458		)		6			—				5,729				37,726				(162,145		)		48,812			—				(75,607		)		—				(69,878		)
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation																							DriveTime
																																										Automotive
																																										Group, Inc.
																																										and
	Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-Guarantor				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				Subsidiaries
	Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Subsidiaries				Company
	Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Combined
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:
Proceeds from Disposal of Property and Equipment	1,540			—				—			—				1,540				317				—				38			—				355				—				1,895
Purchase of Property and Equipment	(21,333		)	—				—			—				(21,333		)		(2,111		)		—				(1,037		)	—				(3,148		)		—				(24,481		)
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	(19,793		)	—				—			—				(19,793		)		(1,794		)		—				(999		)	—				(2,793		)		—				(22,586		)
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				(41,971		)		—				—			—				(41,971		)		—				(41,971		)
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities	(19,793		)	—				—			—				(19,793		)		(43,765		)		—				(999		)	—				(44,764		)		—				(64,557		)
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:
Increase in Restricted Cash	—			—				—			—				—				6,354				9,067				—			—				15,421				—				15,421
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	—			—				—			—				—				—				(15,864		)		—			—				(15,864		)		—				(15,864		)
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	—			—				—			—				—				—				(6,913		)		—			—				(6,913		)		—				(6,913		)
Additions to Portfolio Term Financings	—			—				—			—				—				—				857,246				—			—				857,246				—				857,246
Repayment of Portfolio Term Financings	—			—				—			—				—				—				(590,151		)		—			—				(590,151		)		—				(590,151		)
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				827,300				—			—				827,300				—				827,300
Repayment of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				(911,492		)		—			—				(911,492		)		—				(911,492		)
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	71,000			12,968				—			—				83,968				—				—				—			—				—				—				83,968
Repayment of Other Secured Notes Payable	(64,179		)	(1,235		)		—			—				(65,414		)		(360		)		(208		)		—			—				(568		)		—				(65,982		)
Payment of Debt Issuance Costs	(141		)	(388		)		(6		)	—				(535		)		—				(6,801		)		(7		)	—				(6,808		)		—				(7,343		)
Dividend Distributions	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(51,195		)	—				(51,195		)		—				(51,195		)
Net Cash Provided By (Used In) Financing Activities	6,680			11,345				(6		)	—				18,019				5,994				162,184				(51,202		)	—				116,976				—				134,995
Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents	4,068			(113		)		—			—				3,955				(45		)		39				(3,389		)	—				(3,395		)		—				560
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	2,869			595				5			—				3,469				52				384				22,013			—				22,449				—				25,918
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	6,937			482				5			—				7,424				7				423				18,624			—				19,054				—				26,478
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Discontinued Operations at End of Period	—			—				—			—				—				2				—				—			—				2				—				2
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continued Operations at End of Period	$	6,937		$	482			$	5		$	—			$	7,424			$	9			$	423			$	18,624		$	—			$	19,056			$	—			$	26,480
DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows
Year Ended December 31, 2011
(In thousands)
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation
	Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				DriveTime
	Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Guarantor				Company															Automotive
	Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Subsidiaries																			Group, Inc.
																							Combined																			and
																																										Subsidiaries
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:
Net Income / (Loss)	$	210,317		$	788			$	216,902		$	(211,104	)		$	216,903			$	2,502			$	156,138			$	(128,763	)	$	(158,642	)		$	(128,765	)		$	—			$	88,138
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	—			—				—			—				—				—				789				—			—				789				—				789
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:
Provision for Credit Losses	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				207,198			—				207,198				—				207,198
Depreciation Expense	13,532			—				—			—				13,532				714				613				1,216			—				2,543				—				16,075
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	494			—				562			—				1,056				—				10,262				562			—				10,824				—				11,880
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	—			—				1,395			—				1,395				—				—				1,394			—				1,394				—				2,789
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	86			—				—			—				86				—				—				(5		)	—				(5		)		—				81
Originations of Finance Receivables	—			—				—			—				—				—				23				(829,164		)	—				(829,141		)		—				(829,141		)
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	—			—				—			—				—				—				(223		)		540,673			—				540,450				—				540,450
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(1,011		)	—				(1,011		)		—				(1,011		)
Increase in Inventory	(66,286		)	—				—			—				(66,286		)		—				—				—			—				—				—				(66,286		)
(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	(851,669		)	2,564				(335,292		)	310,151				(874,246		)		(603,676		)		(233,228		)		(763,142		)	1,113,025				(487,021		)		1,358,453				(2,814		)
Decrease in Deferred Revenue	(28		)	—				—			—				(28		)		—				—				—			—				—				—				(28		)
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	691,667			(3,079		)		116,607			(99,047		)		706,148				602,492				(14,843		)		1,026,561			(954,383		)		659,827				(1,358,453		)		7,522
Net Cash Provided By (Used in) Operating Activities from Continued Operations	(1,887		)	273				174			—				(1,440		)		2,032				(80,469		)		55,519			—				(22,918		)		—				(24,358		)
Net Cash Provided By Operating Activities from Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				—				(838		)		—			—				(838		)		—				(838		)
Net Cash Provided By (Used in) Operating Activities	(1,887		)	273				174			—				(1,440		)		2,032				(81,307		)		55,519			—				(23,756		)		—				(25,196		)
	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.																		DT Acceptance Corporation
	Guarantor			Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Guarantor				Non-				Parent			Eliminations				Consolidated				Eliminations				DriveTime
	Subsidiaries			Guarantor				Company											Subsidiaries				Guarantor				Company															Automotive
	Combined			Subsidiary															Combined				Subsidiaries																			Group, Inc.
																							Combined																			and
																																										Subsidiaries
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:
Proceeds from Disposal of Property and Equipment	438			—				—			—				438				62				—				19			—				81				—				519
Purchase of Property and Equipment	(43,290		)	—				—			—				(43,290		)		(243		)		(164		)		(477		)	—				(884		)		—				(44,174		)
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	(42,852		)	—				—			—				(42,852		)		(181		)		(164		)		(458		)	—				(803		)		—				(43,655		)
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operation	—			—				—			—				—				—				(630		)		—			—				(630		)		—				(630		)
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities	(42,852		)	—				—			—				(42,852		)		(181		)		(794		)		(458		)	—				(1,433		)		—				(44,285		)
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:
Increase in Restricted Cash	5			—				—			—				5				(1,740		)		19,928				—			—				18,188				—				18,193
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	—			—				—			—				—				—				(13,199		)		—			—				(13,199		)		—				(13,199		)
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	—			—				—			—				—				—				(22,819		)		—			—				(22,819		)		—				(22,819		)
Additions to Portfolio Term Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				707,947				—			—				707,947				—				707,947
Repayment of Portfolio Term Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				(339,110		)		—			—				(339,110		)		—				(339,110		)
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				970,600				—			—				970,600				—				970,600
Repayment of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	—			—				—			—				—				—				(1,232,215		)		—			—				(1,232,215		)		—				(1,232,215		)
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	44,500			—				—			—				44,500				—				—				—			—				—				—				44,500
Repayment of Other Secured Notes Payable	—			—				—			—				—				(344		)		(198		)		—			—				(542		)		—				(542		)
Payment of Debt Issuance Costs	(485		)	—				(169		)	—				(654		)		—				(8,965		)		(169		)	—				(9,134		)		—				(9,788		)
Dividend Distributions	—			—				—			—				—				—				—				(51,845		)	—				(51,845		)		—				(51,845		)
Net Cash Provided By (Used In) Financing Activities	44,020			—				(169		)	—				43,851				(2,084		)		81,969				(52,014		)	—				27,871				—				71,722
Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents	(719		)	273				5			—				(441		)		(233		)		(132		)		3,047			—				2,682				—				2,241
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	3,588			322				—			—				3,910				285				516				18,966			—				19,767				—				23,677
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	2,869			595				5			—				3,469				52				384				22,013			—				22,449				—				25,918
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Discontinued Operation at End of Period	—			—				—			—				—				—				12				—			—				12				—				12
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continued Operations at End of Period	$	2,869		$	595			$	5		$	—			$	3,469			$	52			$	396			$	22,013		$	—			$	22,461			$	—			$	25,930

Selected_Quarterly_Financial_D1

Selected Quarterly Financial Data - Unaudited (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Quarterly Financial Information	'
	A summary of the quarterly data follows:
		First		Second		Third		Fourth			Total
		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter
	2013	(In thousands)
	Total revenue	$	385,224	$	360,865	$	364,204	$	290,603		$	1,400,896
	Costs and expenses	367,061		339,975		358,818		301,717			1,367,571
	Income before income taxes	18,163		20,890		5,386		(11,114		)	33,325
	Net Income/(Loss) From Continuing Operations	$	17,821	$	20,620	$	5,455	$	(12,180	)	$	31,716
		First		Second		Third		Fourth			Total
		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter
	2012	(In thousands)
	Total revenue	$	367,663	$	301,850	$	304,785	$	246,766		$	1,221,064
	Costs and expenses	333,825		271,596		299,344		253,883			1,158,648
	Income before income taxes	33,838		30,254		5,441		(7,117		)	62,416
	Net Income/(Loss) From Continuing Operations	$	33,446	$	29,987	$	5,070	$	(7,281	)	$	61,222
		First		Second		Third		Fourth			Total
		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter
	2011	(In thousands)
	Total revenue	$	332,856	$	275,405	$	286,012	$	227,694		$	1,121,967
	Costs and expenses (1)	291,841		242,975		273,567		223,436			1,031,819
	Income before income taxes	41,015		32,430		12,445		4,258			90,148
	Net Income/(Loss) From Continuing Operations	$	40,503	$	32,093	$	12,383	$	3,948		$	88,927
	(1) Includes net loss on extinguishment of debt.

Description_Of_Business_Owners1

Description Of Business, Ownership Formation, Basis Of Presentation, And Principles Of Consolidation (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013
		DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]	DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]	DT Acceptance Corp [Member]	DT Acceptance Corp [Member]	DT Acceptance Corp [Member]	DT Acceptance Corp [Member]	Inilex [Member]
		Board of Directors Chairman [Member]	Board of Directors Chairman [Member]	Chief Executive Officer [Member]	Chief Executive Officer [Member]	Board of Directors Chairman [Member]	Board of Directors Chairman [Member]	Chief Executive Officer [Member]	Chief Executive Officer [Member]
Schedule of Company Ownership by Owner [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Shares owned	'	100	100	1.8	1.8	100	100	1.8	1.8	'
Ownership percentage of Company	'	98.30%	98.30%	'	1.70%	98.30%	98.30%	1.70%	1.70%	'
DTAG loans as a percentage of loans DTAC is required to purchase	100.00%	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Business Acquisition, Percentage of Voting Interests Acquired	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	51.00%

Significant_Accounting_Policie2

Significant Accounting Policies (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Sep. 30, 2013

Jun. 30, 2013

Mar. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Sep. 30, 2012

Jun. 30, 2012

Mar. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Sep. 30, 2011

Jun. 30, 2011

Mar. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Schedule of Accounting Policies [Line Items]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Total revenue

$290,603,000

$364,204,000

$360,865,000

$385,224,000

$246,766,000

$304,785,000

$301,850,000

$367,663,000

$227,694,000

$286,012,000

$275,405,000

$332,856,000

$1,400,896,000

$1,221,064,000

$1,121,967,000

Reserve for returns

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

6,200,000

5,300,000

'

Capitalized advertising

0

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

'

'

Changes in estimates, charge-offs

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

9,400,000

'

'

Changes in estimates, provision for credit losses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

2,300,000

'

'

Changes in estimates, net income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

11,700,000

'

'

Deferred revenue

42,133,000

'

'

'

2,501,000

'

'

'

0

'

'

'

42,133,000

2,501,000

0

Selling and Marketing Expense [Member]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Schedule of Accounting Policies [Line Items]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Advertising costs

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

32,100,000

28,000,000

22,300,000

Ancillary Product Sales [Member]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Schedule of Accounting Policies [Line Items]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Total revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

$13,600,000

'

'

Significant_Accounting_Policie3

Significant Accounting Policies (Finance and Other Receivables) (Details) (USD $)	1 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Charge Off Policy [Abstract]	'	'	'
Number of days delinquent at month end at which loans are charged off	'91 days	'	'
Recovery receivables	'	'	$27,000,000
Recoveries, net	'	$157,759,000	$149,947,000

Significant_Accounting_Policie4

Significant Accounting Policies (Property and Equipment) (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Equipment [Member] | Minimum [Member]	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'
Estimated useful life	'3 years
Equipment [Member] | Maximum [Member]	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'
Estimated useful life	'15 years
Furniture [Member] | Minimum [Member]	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'
Estimated useful life	'3 years
Furniture [Member] | Maximum [Member]	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'
Estimated useful life	'5 years
Software [Member]	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'
Estimated useful life	'3 years
Building Improvements [Member] | Minimum [Member]	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'
Estimated useful life	'5 years
Building Improvements [Member] | Maximum [Member]	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'
Estimated useful life	'10 years
Building [Member]	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'
Estimated useful life	'30 years

Significant_Accounting_Policie5

Significant Accounting Policies (Deferred Financing Costs) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'
Deferred financing costs	$14,607,000	$14,996,000	'
Interest Expense [Member]	'	'	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'
Amortization of financing costs	6,300,000	8,200,000	11,900,000
Other Assets [Member]	'	'	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'
Deferred financing costs	$14,600,000	$15,000,000	'

Restricted_Cash_And_Investment2

Restricted Cash And Investments Held In Trust (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Restricted Cash and Investments [Abstract]	'	'
Restricted Cash	$30,738,000	$22,496,000
Investments Held in Trust	84,130,000	84,576,000
Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	114,868,000	107,072,000
Investments held in trust, reserves	$38,100,000	$33,600,000

Finance_Receivables_Summary_of

Finance Receivables (Summary of Finance Receivables) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Receivables [Abstract]	'	'
Principal Balances	$1,871,576	$1,601,710
Recovery Receivables	29,432	27,040
Accrued Interest	19,522	16,414
Loan Origination Costs	18,401	16,498
Total Finance Receivables	$1,938,931	$1,661,662

Finance_Receivables_Age_Analys

Finance Receivables (Age Analysis of Past Due Finance Receivables) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Percent of Portfolio [Abstract]	'	'
Current, Percent of Portfolio	53.70%	49.10%
01 To 30 Days, Percent of Portfolio	30.00%	33.00%
31 To 60 Days, Percent of Portfolio	9.00%	10.00%
61 To 90 Days, Percent of Portfolio	4.90%	5.10%
91 to 120 Days Past Due, Percent of Portfolio	2.40%	2.80%
Total Past Due, Percent of Portfolio	46.30%	50.90%
Total Finance Receivables, Percent of Portfolio	100.00%	100.00%
Loan Principal [Abstract]	'	'
Current	$1,005,036	$786,765
01-30 Days	561,473	528,300
31-60 Days	168,442	161,157
61-90 Days	91,707	81,378
91-120 Days	44,918	44,110
Total Past Due	866,540	814,945
Principal Balances	$1,871,576	$1,601,710

Finance_Receivables_Credit_Qua

Finance Receivables (Credit Quality Indicators) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	loan		loan
Concentration of Credit Risk [Abstract]	'		'
Percentage of Portfolio Contracts	100.00%		100.00%
Total Contracts	150,830		140,748
Percentage of Portfolio Principal	100.00%		100.00%
Loan Principal (In thousands)	$1,871,576		$1,601,710
A [Member]	'		'
Concentration of Credit Risk [Abstract]	'		'
Average FICO Score	547	[1]	548	[1]
Percentage of Portfolio Contracts	29.00%		28.90%
Total Contracts	43,730		40,658
Percentage of Portfolio Principal	29.50%		29.40%
Loan Principal (In thousands)	551,251		470,196
B [Member]	'		'
Concentration of Credit Risk [Abstract]	'		'
Average FICO Score	519	[1]	517	[1]
Percentage of Portfolio Contracts	38.30%		37.30%
Total Contracts	57,836		52,476
Percentage of Portfolio Principal	38.90%		38.20%
Loan Principal (In thousands)	727,192		612,084
C [Member]	'		'
Concentration of Credit Risk [Abstract]	'		'
Average FICO Score	499	[1]	496	[1]
Percentage of Portfolio Contracts	31.40%		32.30%
Total Contracts	47,339		45,513
Percentage of Portfolio Principal	30.50%		31.10%
Loan Principal (In thousands)	571,680		499,009
D [Member]	'		'
Concentration of Credit Risk [Abstract]	'		'
Average FICO Score	480	[1]	478	[1]
Percentage of Portfolio Contracts	1.30%		1.50%
Total Contracts	1,925		2,101
Percentage of Portfolio Principal	1.10%		1.30%
Loan Principal (In thousands)	$21,453		$20,421
[1]	Average FICO score is provided as an external metric of credit quality, but is generally not utilized to determine internal credit grade. Our internal scoring model is the primary driver of our internal credit grade. Average FICO presented excludes originations with no FICO.

Finance_Receivables_Concentrat

Finance Receivables (Concentration of Credit Risk) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Concentration Risk [Line Items]	'		'
Percent of Portfolio	100.00%		100.00%
Loan Principal (In thousands)	$1,871,576		$1,601,710
Texas [Member]	'		'
Concentration Risk [Line Items]	'		'
Percent of Portfolio	21.20%		23.00%
Loan Principal (In thousands)	397,438		369,021
Florida [Member]	'		'
Concentration Risk [Line Items]	'		'
Percent of Portfolio	15.70%		15.40%
Loan Principal (In thousands)	294,043		247,281
North Carolina [Member]	'		'
Concentration Risk [Line Items]	'		'
Percent of Portfolio	8.70%		9.90%
Loan Principal (In thousands)	162,749		157,670
Georgia [Member]	'		'
Concentration Risk [Line Items]	'		'
Percent of Portfolio	7.60%		7.60%
Loan Principal (In thousands)	142,001		122,027
Arizona [Member]	'		'
Concentration Risk [Line Items]	'		'
Percent of Portfolio	6.40%		6.80%
Loan Principal (In thousands)	117,861		108,792
All Others [Member]	'		'
Concentration Risk [Line Items]	'		'
Percent of Portfolio	40.40%	[1]	37.30%	[2]
Loan Principal (In thousands)	$757,484	[1]	$596,919	[2]
Fifteen States [Member] | Maximum [Member]	'		'
Concentration Risk [Line Items]	'		'
Percent of Portfolio	6.00%		'
Fourteen States [Member] | Maximum [Member]	'		'
Concentration Risk [Line Items]	'		'
Percent of Portfolio	'		6.70%
[1]	Consists of fifteen additional states wherein the portfolio concentration per state is at or below 6.0%
[2]	Consists of fourteen additional states wherein the portfolio concentration per state is at or below 6.7%

Finance_Receivables_Allowance_

Finance Receivables (Allowance for Credit Losses) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Allowance Activity:	'	'
Balance, beginning of period	$252,590	$221,533
Provision for credit losses	308,332	253,603
Net charge-offs	-261,406	-222,546
Balance, end of period	299,516	252,590
Allowance as a percent of ending principal	16.00%	15.70%
Charge-off Activity:	'	'
Principal balances	-419,165	-372,493
Recoveries, net	157,759	149,947
Net charge-offs	($261,406)	($222,546)

Property_and_Equipment_Details

Property and Equipment (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'	'
Property and Equipment, Gross	$255,947,000	$223,103,000	'
Less Accumulated Depreciation	-152,287,000	-129,962,000	'
Property and Equipment, Net	103,660,000	93,141,000	'
Assets under capital lease	5,000,000	5,400,000	'
Accumulated depreciation of assets under capital lease	3,100,000	3,100,000	'
Payroll capitalized for software development	3,900,000	2,400,000	2,600,000
Land [Member]	'	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'	'
Property and Equipment, Gross	17,270,000	13,313,000	'
Buildings and Improvements [Member]	'	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'	'
Property and Equipment, Gross	125,724,000	112,077,000	'
Equipment [Member]	'	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'	'
Property and Equipment, Gross	50,443,000	42,993,000	'
Furniture [Member]	'	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'	'
Property and Equipment, Gross	18,040,000	17,056,000	'
Software [Member]	'	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'	'
Property and Equipment, Gross	$44,470,000	$37,664,000	'

Leased_VehiclesDetails

Leased Vehicles(Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Leased Assets [Abstract]	'	'
Lease Fleet Vehicles	$33,009	$0
Less Accumulated Depreciation	-1,848	0
Lease Fleet Vehicles, net	$31,161	$0

Other_Assets_Details

Other Assets (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Deferred Costs, Capitalized, Prepaid, and Other Assets Disclosure [Abstract]	'	'
Prepaid Assets	$8,415	$5,540
Deferred Financing Costs	14,607	14,996
Other Assets	35,065	19,682
Total Other Assets	$58,087	$40,218

Debt_Obligations_Narrative_Det

Debt Obligations (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Nov. 30, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

31-May-13

Jun. 30, 2010

Portfolio Term Residual Financing [Member]

Bank Term Financing [Member]

Bank Term Financing [Member]

Bank Term Financing [Member]

Bank Term Financing [Member]

Bank Term Financing [Member]

Deutsche Bank Warehouse Facility [Member]

Deutsche Bank Warehouse Facility [Member]

Deutsche Bank Warehouse Facility [Member]

Deutsche Bank Warehouse Facility [Member]

Securitization Debt [Member]

Securitization Debt [Member]

Wells Fargo Warehouse Facility [Member]

Wells Fargo Warehouse Facility [Member]

Wells Fargo Warehouse Facility [Member]

Wells Fargo Warehouse Facility [Member]

RBS Warehouse Facility [Member]

RBS Warehouse Facility [Member]

RBS Warehouse Facility [Member]

RBS Warehouse Facility [Member]

Revolving Inventory Facility [Member]

Revolving Inventory Facility [Member]

Revolving Inventory Facility [Member]

Portfolio Term Residual Financing [Member]

Portfolio Term Residual Financing [Member]

Real Estate Facility [Member]

Real Estate Facility [Member]

Equipment Note Payable [Member]

Equipment Note Payable [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

LIBOR [Member]

LIBOR [Member]

LIBOR [Member]

LIBOR [Member]

LIBOR [Member]

LIBOR [Member]

LIBOR [Member]

LIBOR [Member]

LIBOR [Member]

LIBOR [Member]

LIBOR [Member]

LIBOR [Member]

Prime Rate [Member]

Debt Instrument [Line Items]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Unamortized premium

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

$3,300,000

'

'

Repurchase Option Percentage

'

10.00%

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Debt Instrument, Interest Rate at Period End

'

'

'

'

'

'

2.17%

2.20%

2.41%

[1]

2.46%

[1]

'

'

'

'

2.42%

[1]

2.46%

[1]

'

'

2.42%

[1]

1.65%

[1]

'

'

3.75%

[1]

3.75%

[1]

'

4.66%

3.70%

4.05%

[1]

4.21%

4.75%

[1]

'

'

'

'

Other Secured Notes Payable

161,964,000

117,281,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

136,321,000

91,320,000

'

'

'

13,412,000

11,733,000

1,774,000

'

'

'

'

Basis spread on variable rate

'

'

'

'

'

2.00%

'

'

'

'

2.25%

2.25%

'

'

'

'

2.25%

2.25%

'

'

2.25%

1.40%

'

'

3.50%

4.50%

'

'

'

'

1.50%

'

'

'

Original debt amount

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

50,000,000

200,000,000

Net advance rate

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

65.00%

65.00%

'

'

'

'

66.00%

58.00%

'

'

65.00%

53.00%

'

'

85.00%

[2]

85.00%

[2]

'

'

'

70.00%

70.00%

[2]

'

'

'

'

'

Contract Service Fee, Percent

'

'

7.00%

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Loans Pledged as Collateral

'

'

'

271,800,000

443,900,000

'

'

'

189,970,000

[3]

44,955,000

[3]

'

'

914,354,000

873,231,000

178,685,000

[3]

43,057,000

[3]

'

'

137,497,000

[3]

31,944,000

[3]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Cash Reserve (2)

'

'

'

$6,900,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

$31,200,000

$26,700,000

'

'

'

'

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'

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'

'

'

'

'

'

'

[1]

Interest rate at period end equal to contractual benchmark plus index.

[2]

Advance rate is based on qualifying vehicle cost and is secured by our entire inventory.

[3]

Collateral represents underlying pools of finance receivables pledged to each facility.

Debt_Obligations_Portfolio_Ter

Debt Obligations (Portfolio Term Financing) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]	'	'
Debt Balance	$987,821	$1,049,478
Securitization Debt [Member]	'	'
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]	'	'
Debt Balance	713,953	677,118
Bank Term Financing [Member]	'	'
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]	'	'
Debt Balance	223,868	347,360
Portfolio Term Residual Financing [Member]	'	'
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]	'	'
Debt Balance	$50,000	$25,000

Debt_Obligations_Securitizatio

Debt Obligations (Securitization Debt) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Assets that Continue to be Recognized, Securitized or Asset-backed Financing Arrangement Assets and any Other Financial Assets Managed Together [Line Items]	'		'
Debt Balance	$987,821		$1,049,478
Securitization Debt [Member]	'		'
Assets that Continue to be Recognized, Securitized or Asset-backed Financing Arrangement Assets and any Other Financial Assets Managed Together [Line Items]	'		'
Debt Balance	713,953		677,118
Gross Receivables Pledged	914,354		873,231
Cash Reserve (2)	31,200		26,700
Securitization Debt [Member] | 2010-1 [Member]	'		'
Assets that Continue to be Recognized, Securitized or Asset-backed Financing Arrangement Assets and any Other Financial Assets Managed Together [Line Items]	'		'
Debt Balance	0		23,036
Gross Receivables Pledged	0		55,525
Cash Reserve (2)	0		4,500
Interest Rate	0.00%	[1]	3.60%	[1]
Securitization Debt [Member] | 2011-1 [Member]	'		'
Assets that Continue to be Recognized, Securitized or Asset-backed Financing Arrangement Assets and any Other Financial Assets Managed Together [Line Items]	'		'
Debt Balance	22,772		60,335
Gross Receivables Pledged	31,271		84,198
Cash Reserve (2)	4,200		4,200
Interest Rate	3.03%	[1]	3.00%	[1]
Securitization Debt [Member] | 2011-2 [Member]	'		'
Assets that Continue to be Recognized, Securitized or Asset-backed Financing Arrangement Assets and any Other Financial Assets Managed Together [Line Items]	'		'
Debt Balance	34,762		84,977
Gross Receivables Pledged	41,954		103,779
Cash Reserve (2)	4,500		4,500
Interest Rate	2.88%	[1]	2.90%	[1]
Securitization Debt [Member] | 2011-3 [Member]	'		'
Assets that Continue to be Recognized, Securitized or Asset-backed Financing Arrangement Assets and any Other Financial Assets Managed Together [Line Items]	'		'
Debt Balance	61,485		130,347
Gross Receivables Pledged	75,037		159,068
Cash Reserve (2)	4,500		4,500
Interest Rate	3.92%	[1]	3.90%	[1]
Securitization Debt [Member] | 2012-1 [Member]	'		'
Assets that Continue to be Recognized, Securitized or Asset-backed Financing Arrangement Assets and any Other Financial Assets Managed Together [Line Items]	'		'
Debt Balance	90,175		170,198
Gross Receivables Pledged	117,529		219,252
Cash Reserve (2)	4,500		4,500
Interest Rate	3.50%	[1]	3.50%
Securitization Debt [Member] | 2012-2 [Member]	'		'
Assets that Continue to be Recognized, Securitized or Asset-backed Financing Arrangement Assets and any Other Financial Assets Managed Together [Line Items]	'		'
Debt Balance	113,142		208,225
Gross Receivables Pledged	138,194		251,409
Cash Reserve (2)	4,500		4,500
Interest Rate	2.85%	[1]	2.90%
Securitization Debt [Member] | 2013-1 [Member]	'		'
Assets that Continue to be Recognized, Securitized or Asset-backed Financing Arrangement Assets and any Other Financial Assets Managed Together [Line Items]	'		'
Debt Balance	181,018		0
Gross Receivables Pledged	233,346		0
Cash Reserve (2)	4,500		0
Interest Rate	2.68%	[1]	0.00%
Securitization Debt [Member] | 2013-2 [Member]	'		'
Assets that Continue to be Recognized, Securitized or Asset-backed Financing Arrangement Assets and any Other Financial Assets Managed Together [Line Items]	'		'
Debt Balance	210,599		0
Gross Receivables Pledged	277,023		0
Cash Reserve (2)	$4,500		$0
Interest Rate	2.90%	[1]	0.00%
[1]	These rates represent the original duration weighted average rates of the outstanding asset-backed securities.

Debt_Obligations_Portfolio_War

Debt Obligations (Portfolio Warehouse Facilities) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]	'		'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	$283,400		$57,200
Facility Amount	425,000		425,000
Deutsche Bank Warehouse Facility [Member]	'		'
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]	'		'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	98,400		19,300
Facility Amount	150,000		150,000
Stated Advance Rate	65.00%		65.00%
Collateral	189,970	[1]	44,955	[1]
Interest Rate	2.41%	[2]	2.46%	[2]
Wells Fargo Warehouse Facility [Member]	'		'
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]	'		'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	107,000		23,000
Facility Amount	150,000		150,000
Stated Advance Rate	66.00%		58.00%
Collateral	178,685	[1]	43,057	[1]
Interest Rate	2.42%	[2]	2.46%	[2]
RBS Warehouse Facility [Member]	'		'
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]	'		'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	78,000		14,900
Facility Amount	125,000		125,000
Stated Advance Rate	65.00%		53.00%
Collateral	$137,497	[1]	$31,944	[1]
Interest Rate	2.42%	[2]	1.65%	[2]
[1]	Collateral represents underlying pools of finance receivables pledged to each facility.
[2]	Interest rate at period end equal to contractual benchmark plus index.

Debt_Obligations_Senior_Secure

Debt Obligations (Senior Secured Notes Payable) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	31-May-13	Jun. 30, 2010	Aug. 31, 2012	Aug. 30, 2012	Aug. 30, 2012
			Senior Notes [Member]	Senior Notes [Member]	Senior Notes [Member]	Senior Notes [Member]	Senior Notes [Member]	Senior Notes [Member]
						Senior Notes Owned by Verde [Member]	Senior Notes Owned by Verde [Member]	Debt Purchased from Verde by Chief Executive Officer [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Senior Secured Notes Payable	$253,316,000	$193,320,000	'	'	'	'	'	'
Senior Secured Notes Payable - Related Party	0	5,000,000	'	'	'	'	'	'
Long-term Debt	253,316,000	198,320,000	'	'	'	'	'	'
Original debt amount	'	'	'	50,000,000	200,000,000	'	5,000,000	500,000
Percent of face amount of debt	'	'	'	111.00%	98.85%	'	'	'
Interest rate, effective percentage	'	'	'	7.67%	12.88%	'	'	'
Unamortized premium	'	'	3,300,000	'	'	'	'	'
Unamortized discount	'	'	$1,700,000	'	'	'	'	'
Purchase price in excess of par, percent	'	'	'	'	'	111.00%	'	'

Debt_Obligations_Other_Secured

Debt Obligations (Other Secured Notes Payable) (Details) (USD $)

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

In Thousands, unless otherwise specified

Revolving Inventory Facility [Member]

Revolving Inventory Facility [Member]

Mortgage Note Payable [Member]

Mortgage Note Payable [Member]

Real Estate Facility [Member]

Real Estate Facility [Member]

Equipment Note Payable [Member]

LIBOR [Member]

Seasonal Increase [Member]

Properties Added to the Facility Subsequent to August 22, 2013 [Member]

LIBOR [Member]

property

Real Estate Facility [Member]

Revolving Inventory Facility [Member]

LIBOR [Member]

Revolving Inventory Facility [Member]

Real Estate Facility [Member]

Debt Instrument [Line Items]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Basis spread on variable rate

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

4.00%

'

3.50%

3.50%

Number of Real Estate Properties Used as a Collateral

'

'

'

'

'

'

11

'

'

'

'

'

'

Balance

$161,964

$117,281

$136,321

$91,320

$12,231

$12,454

$13,412

$11,733

$1,774

'

$10,000

'

'

Max Facility Capacity

425,000

425,000

140,000

[1]

140,000

[1]

'

'

25,000

25,000

'

'

'

'

'

Total Other Secured Notes Payable, Max Facility Capacity

$165,000

$165,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Advance Rate

'

'

85.00%

[2]

85.00%

[2]

'

'

70.00%

70.00%

[2]

'

'

'

'

'

Interest Rate

'

'

3.75%

[3]

3.75%

[3]

5.87%

[3]

5.87%

[3]

4.05%

[3]

4.21%

4.75%

[3]

'

'

'

'

[1]

Inclusive of a $10.0 million seasonal increase in the months of November through January.

[2]

Advance rate is based on qualifying vehicle cost and is secured by our entire inventory.

[3]

Interest rate at period end equal to contractual benchmark plus index.

Debt_Obligations_Maturities_of

Debt Obligations (Maturities of Debt) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'		'
Long-term Debt	$253,316		$198,320
Capital Lease Obligations	1,773		'
Capital Lease Obligation, Less than 1 Year	1,137	[1]	'
Capital Lease Obligation, Year 2	473		'
Capital Lease Obligation, Year 3	163		'
Capital Lease Obligation, Year 4	0		'
Capital Lease Obligation, Year 5	0		'
Capital Lease Obligation, More than 5 Years	0		'
Total	105,920		'
Less than 1 Year	23,503	[1]	'
Year 2	20,965		'
Year 3	16,376		'
Year 4	14,498		'
Year 5	11,895		'
Thereafter	18,683		'
Debt and Capital Lease Obligations	1,794,194	[2]	'
Debt and Capital Lease Obligations, Less than 1 Year	785,490	[1],[2]	'
Debt and Capital Lease Obligations, Year 2	407,276	[2]	'
Debt and Capital Lease Obligations, Year 3	163,440	[2]	'
Debt and Capital Lease Obligations, Year 4	353,622	[2]	'
Debt and Capital Lease Obligations, Year 5	14,301	[2]	'
Debt and Capital Lease Obligations, More than 5 Years	70,065	[2]	'
Securitization Debt [Member]	'		'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'		'
Long-term Debt	937,821	[3]	'
Debt Obligation, Less than 1 Year	466,934	[1],[3]	'
Debt Obligation, Year 2	254,734	[3]	'
Debt Obligation, Year 3	144,231	[3]	'
Debt Obligation, Year 4	71,922	[3]	'
Debt Obligation, Year 5	0	[3]	'
Debt Obligation, More than 5 Years	0	[3]	'
Portfolio Term Residual Financing [Member]	'		'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'		'
Long-term Debt	50,000		'
Debt Obligation, Less than 1 Year	0	[1]	'
Debt Obligation, Year 2	0		'
Debt Obligation, Year 3	0		'
Debt Obligation, Year 4	0		'
Debt Obligation, Year 5	0		'
Debt Obligation, More than 5 Years	50,000		'
Senior Secured Notes [Member]	'		'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'		'
Long-term Debt	253,316		'
Debt Obligation, Less than 1 Year	0	[1]	'
Debt Obligation, Year 2	0		'
Debt Obligation, Year 3	0		'
Debt Obligation, Year 4	253,316		'
Debt Obligation, Year 5	0		'
Debt Obligation, More than 5 Years	0		'
Real Estate Mortgage Loan [Member]	'		'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'		'
Long-term Debt	12,231		'
Debt Obligation, Less than 1 Year	236	[1]	'
Debt Obligation, Year 2	251		'
Debt Obligation, Year 3	264		'
Debt Obligation, Year 4	11,480		'
Debt Obligation, Year 5	0		'
Debt Obligation, More than 5 Years	0		'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities [Member]	'		'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'		'
Long-term Debt	283,400	[4]	'
Debt Obligation, Less than 1 Year	154,953	[1],[4]	'
Debt Obligation, Year 2	128,447	[4]	'
Debt Obligation, Year 3	0	[4]	'
Debt Obligation, Year 4	0	[4]	'
Debt Obligation, Year 5	0	[4]	'
Debt Obligation, More than 5 Years	0	[4]	'
Inventory Facility [Member]	'		'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'		'
Long-term Debt	136,321		'
Debt Obligation, Less than 1 Year	136,321	[1]	'
Debt Obligation, Year 2	0		'
Debt Obligation, Year 3	0		'
Debt Obligation, Year 4	0		'
Debt Obligation, Year 5	0		'
Debt Obligation, More than 5 Years	0		'
Real Estate Facility [Member]	'		'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'		'
Long-term Debt	13,412		'
Debt Obligation, Less than 1 Year	2,406	[1]	'
Debt Obligation, Year 2	2,406		'
Debt Obligation, Year 3	2,406		'
Debt Obligation, Year 4	2,406		'
Debt Obligation, Year 5	2,406		'
Debt Obligation, More than 5 Years	$1,382		'
[1]	Generally and historically, we renewed or replaced facilities expiring in less than one year.
[2]	Total contractual obligations exclude future interest payment obligations.
[3]	Securitization obligations and bank term financing agreements do not have a contractual termination date. Therefore, all collections on the contracts collateralizing the securities are used to repay the asset-backed security holders based on an expected duration of the securities.
[4]	On the termination date of the facilities, amounts outstanding at termination are not due and payable immediately. All collections on the contracts collateralizing these facilities are used to pay down the facilities until they are paid in full because these facilities contain term-out features.

Accrued_Warranty_Liability_Det

Accrued Warranty Liability (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Movement in Standard Product Warranty Accrual [Roll Forward]	'	'
Balance, Beginning of Period	$24,420	$24,004
Service Contract Expense	20,013	23,195
Service Contract Claims Paid	-28,627	-22,779
Balance, End of Period	$15,806	$24,420

Deferred_Revenue_Details

Deferred Revenue (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Movement in Deferred Revenue [Roll Forward]	'	'
Deferred Income, Beginning of Period	$2,501	$0
Revenue Deferred	57,264	2,520
Revenue Recognized	-17,632	-19
Deferred Income, End of Period	$42,133	$2,501

Related_Party_Transactions_Nar

Related Party Transactions (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)

12 Months Ended

1 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

1 Months Ended

1 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2011

31-May-13

Jun. 30, 2010

Dec. 31, 2011

Jun. 30, 2010

Aug. 31, 2012

Aug. 30, 2012

Aug. 31, 2012

Aug. 30, 2012

Aug. 30, 2012

Sale of Carvana Loans [Member]

Shares Service Expenses [Member]

Shareholder Receivable [Member]

Shareholder Receivable [Member]

Board of Directors Chairman [Member]

Board of Directors Chairman [Member]

Board of Directors Chairman [Member]

Director [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Subordinated Debt [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Senior Notes Owned by Verde [Member]

Senior Notes Owned by Verde [Member]

Senior Notes Sold by Verde [Member]

Senior Notes Sold by Verde [Member]

Debt Sold from Verde by Chief Executive Officer [Member]

LIBOR [Member]

reconditioning_facility

reconditioning_facility

reconditioning_facility

closed_facility

dealership

dealership

dealership

Board of Directors Chairman [Member]

Outstanding Debt Held By Related Party [Member]

Outstanding Debt Held By Related Party [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

dealership

closed_facility

dealership

closed_facility

dealership

Related Party Transaction [Line Items]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Number of stores

'

'

'

'

'

13

13

14

'

1

1

1

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Number of reconditioning centers

'

'

'

'

'

3

3

3

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Number of closed facilities

'

'

'

'

'

'

3

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Lease expiration date

'

'

'

'

'

30-Aug-15

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Lease termination fees

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

$400,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Number of closed facilities with terminated leases

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

2

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Aircraft rental, monthly

425,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Original debt amount

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

75,000,000

50,000,000

200,000,000

0

49,000,000

'

5,000,000

'

4,500,000

500,000

Purchase price in excess of par, percent

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

111.00%

'

110.00%

'

'

Loans purchased by related party

'

600,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Shared services revenue with related party

'

'

400,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Notes receivable form shareholders

'

'

'

28,500,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Basis spread on variable rate

'

'

'

'

2.75%

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Revenue from related parties

'

'

'

$100,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Related_Party_Transactions_Rel

Related Party Transactions (Related Party Operating Expenses) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012		Dec. 31, 2011
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]	'		'		'
General and Administrative Expense - Related party	$10,835		$10,873		$11,001
Property Lease Expense [Member]	'		'		'
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]	'		'		'
General and Administrative Expense - Related party	4,711		4,768		3,795
Restricted Stock Compensation Expense [Member]	'		'		'
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]	'		'		'
General and Administrative Expense - Related party	1,239	[1]	1,546	[1]	2,790	[1]
Aircraft Operating and Lease Expense [Member]	'		'		'
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]	'		'		'
General and Administrative Expense - Related party	4,614		4,198		3,937
Salaries and Wages, General & Administrative and Other Expenses [Member]	'		'		'
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]	'		'		'
General and Administrative Expense - Related party	579		645		793
Reimbursement of Certain General and Administrative Expenses [Member]	'		'		'
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]	'		'		'
General and Administrative Expense - Related party	($308)		($284)		($314)
[1]	Stock compensation agreement is between Ray Fidel, CEO, and DriveTime.

Related_Party_Transactions_Int

Related Party Transactions (Interest Expense) (Details) (USD $)

12 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2011

31-May-13

Jun. 30, 2010

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Subordinated Debt [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Senior Notes [Member]

Board of Directors Chairman [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Board of Directors Chairman [Member]

Board of Directors Chairman [Member]

Board of Directors Chairman [Member]

Related Party Transaction [Line Items]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense - Related Party

$406,000

$261,000

$2,680,000

'

'

'

$41,000

$24,000

$220,000

$365,000

$237,000

$2,460,000

Original debt amount

'

'

'

$75,000,000

$50,000,000

$200,000,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

Income_Taxes_Details

Income Taxes (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]	'	'	'
Deferred tax assets (liability), net	($600,000)	'	'
Income tax liability, state level S-corporation taxes	600,000	200,000	'
Federal statutory income tax rate	35.00%	35.00%	35.00%
Effective Income Tax Rate, Continuing Operations, Tax Rate Reconciliation [Abstract]	'	'	'
Computed “Expected” Income Taxes	13,128,000	21,192,000	31,276,000
Non C-Corporation (Income)	-12,080,000	-20,644,000	-30,859,000
Entity Level State Income Tax on S Corp. Income	782,000	834,000	890,000
Other, Net	-221,000	-188,000	-86,000
Income Taxes	1,609,000	1,194,000	1,221,000
Current Expense:	'	'	'
Federal	581,000	532,000	404,000
State	810,000	662,000	817,000
Deferred	218,000	0	0
Income Taxes	$1,609,000	$1,194,000	$1,221,000

Shareholders_Equity_Dividends_2

Shareholders’ Equity, Dividends & Stock Compensation (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)

12 Months Ended

1 Months Ended

0 Months Ended

6 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

0 Months Ended

0 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

0 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2013

Jan. 31, 2008

Jan. 31, 2008

Dec. 28, 2010

Dec. 31, 2012

Jun. 30, 2011

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Jun. 30, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2010

Dec. 28, 2010

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2010

Dec. 28, 2010

Dec. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2010

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Jun. 30, 2010

Dec. 31, 2011

Dec. 28, 2010

Inilex [Member]

Board of Directors Chairman [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

DT Acceptance Corp [Member]

DT Acceptance Corp [Member]

DT Acceptance Corp [Member]

DT Acceptance Corp [Member]

DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]

DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]

DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]

DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]

DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]

DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]

DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]

DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]

Senior Secured Notes [Member]

Subordinated Debt [Member]

Vesting, Annual [Member]

Non-cash Compensation Expense [Member]

Non-cash Compensation Expense [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Board of Directors Chairman [Member]

Board of Directors Chairman [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Board of Directors Chairman [Member]

Chief Executive Officer [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Restricted Stock [Member]

Dividends [Abstract]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Percentage of the difference between net earnings and amounts paid for tax that may be included in dividends paid

50.00%

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Dividends paid

$13,700,000

$51,200,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Chief Executive Officer Restricted Stock Grant [Abstract]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Shares issued

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

2.8595

'

'

'

'

'

'

2.8595

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Award vesting period

'

'

'

'

'

'

'3 years

'

'

'

'

'

'

'36 months

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Measurement period for achievement of vesting conditions

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'12 months

'12 months

'12 months

'

'

'

'

'

Shares deemed owned at grant date

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

2.8595

'

'

'

'

'

'

2.8595

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Shares repurchased for payment of taxes

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

1.0899

'

'

'

'

'

'

1.0899

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Shares owned by Mr. Fidel after repurchase of shares for payment of taxes

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

1.7696

1.7696

1.7696

'

'

'

'

1.7696

'

1.7696

1.7696

'

'

'

Mr. Fidel's ownership percentage of Company

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

98.30%

98.30%

2.78%

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Aggregate grant date fair value of award

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

9,500,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Share based compensation for restricted shares

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

1,200,000

1,500,000

'

2,800,000

3,900,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Restricted shares that vested on December 31, 2010

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

1.1721

'

'

'

'

'

Unvested percentage of restricted shares

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

59.00%

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Restricted award vesting percentage

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

19.67%

19.67%

'

'

19.67%

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

33.33%

Share-based compensation credited to additional paid in capital

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

1,200,000

1,500,000

'

2,800,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Non-Cash Compensation [Abstract]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

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12.63%

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Non cash compensation recorded as general and administrative expense

10,835,000

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11,001,000

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75,000,000

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$400,000

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Shareholders_Equity_Dividends_3

Shareholders’ Equity, Dividends & Stock Compensation (Share Information) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013
DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]	'
Class of Stock [Line Items]	'
Par value	$0.00
Shares authorized	1,000
Shares issued	101.8
Shares outstanding	101.8
DT Acceptance Corp [Member]	'
Class of Stock [Line Items]	'
Par value	$0
Shares authorized	1,000,000
Shares issued	101.8
Shares outstanding	101.8

Commitments_and_Contingencies_1

Commitments and Contingencies (Operating Leases) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Operating Leased Assets [Line Items]	'		'	'
Rent expense	$19,700,000		$17,500,000	$16,600,000
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]	'		'	'
Year 1	23,503,000	[1]	'	'
Year 2	20,965,000		'	'
Year 3	16,376,000		'	'
Year 4	14,498,000		'	'
Year 5	11,895,000		'	'
Thereafter	18,683,000		'	'
Total	105,920,000		'	'
Related Party [Member]	'		'	'
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]	'		'	'
Year 1	11,108,000		'	'
Year 2	10,635,000		'	'
Year 3	9,285,000		'	'
Year 4	9,437,000		'	'
Year 5	9,147,000		'	'
Thereafter	17,426,000		'	'
Total	67,038,000		'	'
Non-Related Party [Member]	'		'	'
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]	'		'	'
Year 1	12,395,000		'	'
Year 2	10,330,000		'	'
Year 3	7,091,000		'	'
Year 4	5,061,000		'	'
Year 5	2,748,000		'	'
Thereafter	1,257,000		'	'
Total	$38,882,000		'	'
[1]	Generally and historically, we renewed or replaced facilities expiring in less than one year.

Retirement_Plan_Details

Retirement Plan (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]	'	'	'
401(k) eligibility requirement, days of service	'60 days	'	'
401(k) eligibility requirement, minimum age	'18 years	'	'
401(k) eligibility requirement, hours of service	'1000 hours	'	'
401(k) maximum employer matching percentage of employee's contribution	40.00%	40.00%	40.00%
401(k) maximum employee contribution which can receive partial employer match	6.00%	6.00%	6.00%
401(k) compensation expense	$0.90	$0.80	$0.80

Fair_Value_Of_Financial_Instru2

Fair Value Of Financial Instruments (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Shareholder Notes Receivable	$28,542		$0
Portfolio Term Financings	987,821		1,049,478
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	283,400		57,200
Senior Secured Notes Payable	253,316		193,320
Other Secured Notes Payable	161,964		117,281
Securitization Debt [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Portfolio Term Financings	713,953		677,118
Portfolio Term Residual Financing [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Portfolio Term Financings	50,000		25,000
Revolving Inventory Facility [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Other Secured Notes Payable	136,321		91,320
Mortgage Note Payable [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Other Secured Notes Payable	12,231		12,454
Equipment Note Payable [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Other Secured Notes Payable	'		1,774
Real Estate Facility [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Other Secured Notes Payable	13,412		11,733
Carrying Value [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Finance Receivables, net	1,598,010	[1]	1,370,800	[1]
Shareholder Notes Receivable	28,542		'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	283,400		57,200
Senior Secured Notes Payable	253,316		198,320
Carrying Value [Member] | Securitization Debt [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Portfolio Term Financings	713,953		677,118
Carrying Value [Member] | Portfolio Term Residual Financing [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Portfolio Term Financings	50,000		25,000
Carrying Value [Member] | Pooled Auto Loan Program Financing [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Portfolio Term Financings	223,868		347,360
Carrying Value [Member] | Revolving Inventory Facility [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Other Secured Notes Payable	136,321		91,320
Carrying Value [Member] | Mortgage Note Payable [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Other Secured Notes Payable	12,231		12,454
Carrying Value [Member] | Real Estate Facility [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Other Secured Notes Payable	13,412		11,733
Fair Value [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Finance Receivables, net	0	[1]	0	[1]
Shareholder Notes Receivable	0		'
Portfolio Term Financings	0		0
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0		0
Senior Secured Notes Payable	279,914		220,135
Other Secured Notes Payable	0		0
Fair Value [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member] | Securitization Debt [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Portfolio Term Financings	729,395		702,031
Fair Value [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Finance Receivables, net	0	[1]	0	[1]
Shareholder Notes Receivable	28,542		'
Portfolio Term Financings	0		0
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	283,400		57,200
Senior Secured Notes Payable	0		0
Fair Value [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Portfolio Term Residual Financing [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Portfolio Term Financings	47,462		25,000
Fair Value [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Pooled Auto Loan Program Financing [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Portfolio Term Financings	223,868		347,360
Fair Value [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Revolving Inventory Facility [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Other Secured Notes Payable	136,729		91,600
Fair Value [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Mortgage Note Payable [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Other Secured Notes Payable	12,808		11,200
Fair Value [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Real Estate Facility [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Other Secured Notes Payable	13,700		11,700
Fair Value [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member]	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Finance Receivables, net	1,692,247	[1]	1,441,026	[1]
Shareholder Notes Receivable	0		'
Portfolio Term Financings	0		0
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0		0
Senior Secured Notes Payable	0		0
Other Secured Notes Payable	$0		$0
[1]	Represents finance receivable principal balances, plus accrued interest, less the allowance for credit losses.

Subsequent_Events_Details

Subsequent Events (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended			1 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Mar. 20, 2014	Jan. 31, 2014
				Subsequent Event [Member]	Subsequent Event [Member]
					Asset-backed Securities [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'
Debt	'	'	'	'	$267,800,000
Weighted average interest rate	'	'	'	'	2.57%
Dividends approved	$13,701,000	$51,195,000	$51,845,000	$5,000,000	'

Discontinued_Operations_Detail

Discontinued Operations (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 05, 2013
			GO Financial [Member]
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]	'	'	'
Proceeds from divestiture of businesses	'	'	$85,100,000
Shareholder Notes Receivable	$28,542,000	$0	$28,500,000

Discontinued_Operations_Summar

Discontinued Operations (Summary of Revenue and Pretax Profit) (Details) (GO Financial [Member], USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
GO Financial [Member]	'	'	'
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]	'	'	'
Total Revenue	$16,752	$2,977	$0
Net Loss Before Income Taxes	($1,956)	($1,869)	($789)

Discontinued_Operations_Summar1

Discontinued Operations (Summary of Major Classes of Assets and Liabilities Disposed) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Nov. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified				GO Financial [Member]	GO Financial [Member]
Assets:	'	'	'	'	'
Cash and Cash Equivalents	$0	$2	$12	$0	$2
Total Finance Receivables, Net	'	'	'	2,171	0
Total Dealer Loans Receivables	'	'	'	112,028	40,956
Property, Plant and Equipment	'	'	'	1,738	1,256
Total Other Assets	'	'	'	348	189
Total Assets:	0	42,403	'	116,285	42,403
Liabilities:	'	'	'	'	'
Accounts Payable	'	'	'	7	4
Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	'	'	'	2,348	594
Deferred Revenue	'	'	'	317	101
Total Liabilities:	$0	$699	'	$2,672	$699

Supplemental_Consolidating_Fin2

Supplemental Consolidating Financial Information (Details)	Dec. 31, 2013	Jun. 30, 2010
	Inilex [Member]	Senior Secured Notes [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'
Stated interest rate on debt instrument	'	12.63%
Ownership percentage	51.00%	'

Supplemental_Consolidating_Fin3

Supplemental Consolidating Financial Information (Supplemental Consolidating Balance Sheets) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012		Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2010
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
ASSETS [Abstract]	'		'		'	'
Cash and Cash Equivalents	$30,754		$26,478		$25,918	$23,677
Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	114,868		107,072		'	'
Finance Receivables	1,938,931		1,661,662		'	'
Allowance for Credit Losses	-299,516		-252,590		-221,533	'
Finance Receivables, net	1,639,415		1,409,072		'	'
Inventory	319,567		270,733		'	'
Property and Equipment, net	103,660		93,141		'	'
Lease Fleet Vehicles	31,161		0		'	'
Investment in Subsidiaries	0		0		'	'
Other Assets	58,087		40,218		'	'
Shareholder Notes Receivable	28,542		0		'	'
Assets of Discontinued Operation	0		42,403		'	'
Total Assets	2,326,054		1,989,117		'	'
LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY	'		'		'	'
Payables and Other Accrued Expenses	109,396		96,085		'	'
Deferred Revenue	42,133		2,501		0	'
Portfolio Term Financings	987,821		1,049,478		'	'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	283,400		57,200		'	'
Senior Secured Notes Payable	253,316		198,320		'	'
Other Secured Financing	161,964		117,281		'	'
Liabilities of Discontinued Operations	0		699		'	'
Total Liabilities	1,838,030		1,521,564		'	'
Noncontrolling Interest - Inilex	-263		'		'	'
Total Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG	488,287		467,553		'	'
Total Equity	488,024		467,553		457,849	418,767
Total Liabilities & Shareholders’ Equity	2,326,054		1,989,117		'	'
DTAG [Member]	'		'		'	'
LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY	'		'		'	'
Total Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG	102,079		156,048		'	'
DTAG [Member] | Consolidated Entities [Member]	'		'		'	'
ASSETS [Abstract]	'		'		'	'
Cash and Cash Equivalents	21,071		7,424		3,469	3,910
Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	0		0		'	'
Finance Receivables	0		0		'	'
Allowance for Credit Losses	0		0		'	'
Finance Receivables, net	0		0		'	'
Inventory	319,567		270,733		'	'
Property and Equipment, net	82,681		70,668		'	'
Lease Fleet Vehicles	31,161		'		'	'
Investment in Subsidiaries	0		0		'	'
Other Assets	1,996,789		924,764		'	'
Shareholder Notes Receivable	0		'		'	'
Assets of Discontinued Operation	0		0		'	'
Total Assets	2,451,269		1,273,589		'	'
LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY	'		'		'	'
Payables and Other Accrued Expenses	2,030,929		912,827		'	'
Deferred Revenue	42,133		2,501		'	'
Portfolio Term Financings	0		0		'	'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0		0		'	'
Senior Secured Notes Payable	126,658		99,160		'	'
Other Secured Financing	149,733		103,053		'	'
Liabilities of Discontinued Operations	0		0		'	'
Total Liabilities	2,349,453		1,117,541		'	'
Noncontrolling Interest - Inilex	-599		'		'	'
Total Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG	102,415		156,048		'	'
Total Equity	101,816		'		'	'
Total Liabilities & Shareholders’ Equity	2,451,269		1,273,589		'	'
DTAG [Member] | Guarantor Subsidiaries Combined [Member]	'		'		'	'
ASSETS [Abstract]	'		'		'	'
Cash and Cash Equivalents	5,589		6,937		2,869	3,588
Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	0		0		'	'
Finance Receivables	0		0		'	'
Allowance for Credit Losses	0		0		'	'
Finance Receivables, net	0		0		'	'
Inventory	320,406		270,733		'	'
Property and Equipment, net	82,232		70,668		'	'
Lease Fleet Vehicles	31,161		'		'	'
Investment in Subsidiaries	0		0		'	'
Other Assets	2,099,928		1,226,409		'	'
Shareholder Notes Receivable	0		'		'	'
Assets of Discontinued Operation	0		0		'	'
Total Assets	2,539,316		1,574,747		'	'
LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY	'		'		'	'
Payables and Other Accrued Expenses	2,125,853		1,021,718		'	'
Deferred Revenue	42,101		2,415		'	'
Portfolio Term Financings	0		0		'	'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0		0		'	'
Senior Secured Notes Payable	0		0		'	'
Other Secured Financing	136,321		91,320		'	'
Liabilities of Discontinued Operations	0		0		'	'
Total Liabilities	2,304,275		1,115,453		'	'
Noncontrolling Interest - Inilex	0		'		'	'
Total Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG	235,041		459,294		'	'
Total Equity	235,041		'		'	'
Total Liabilities & Shareholders’ Equity	2,539,316		1,574,747		'	'
DTAG [Member] | Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]	'		'		'	'
ASSETS [Abstract]	'		'		'	'
Cash and Cash Equivalents	15,477		482		595	322
Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	0		0		'	'
Finance Receivables	0		0		'	'
Allowance for Credit Losses	0		0		'	'
Finance Receivables, net	0		0		'	'
Inventory	0		0		'	'
Property and Equipment, net	449		0		'	'
Lease Fleet Vehicles	0		'		'	'
Investment in Subsidiaries	0		0		'	'
Other Assets	22,221		26,480		'	'
Shareholder Notes Receivable	0		'		'	'
Assets of Discontinued Operation	0		0		'	'
Total Assets	38,147		26,962		'	'
LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY	'		'		'	'
Payables and Other Accrued Expenses	2,067		609		'	'
Deferred Revenue	32		86		'	'
Portfolio Term Financings	0		0		'	'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0		0		'	'
Senior Secured Notes Payable	0		0		'	'
Other Secured Financing	13,412		11,733		'	'
Liabilities of Discontinued Operations	0		0		'	'
Total Liabilities	15,511		12,428		'	'
Noncontrolling Interest - Inilex	2,698		'		'	'
Total Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG	19,938		14,534		'	'
Total Equity	22,636		'		'	'
Total Liabilities & Shareholders’ Equity	38,147		26,962		'	'
DTAG [Member] | DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]	'		'		'	'
ASSETS [Abstract]	'		'		'	'
Cash and Cash Equivalents	5		5		5	0
Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	0		0		'	'
Finance Receivables	0		0		'	'
Allowance for Credit Losses	0		0		'	'
Finance Receivables, net	0		0		'	'
Inventory	0		0		'	'
Property and Equipment, net	0		0		'	'
Lease Fleet Vehicles	0		'		'	'
Investment in Subsidiaries	259,162		473,828		'	'
Other Assets	571,097		383,689		'	'
Shareholder Notes Receivable	0		'		'	'
Assets of Discontinued Operation	0		0		'	'
Total Assets	830,264		857,522		'	'
LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY	'		'		'	'
Payables and Other Accrued Expenses	599,332		602,314		'	'
Deferred Revenue	0		0		'	'
Portfolio Term Financings	0		0		'	'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0		0		'	'
Senior Secured Notes Payable	126,658		99,160		'	'
Other Secured Financing	0		0		'	'
Liabilities of Discontinued Operations	0		0		'	'
Total Liabilities	725,990		701,474		'	'
Noncontrolling Interest - Inilex	0		'		'	'
Total Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG	104,274		156,048		'	'
Total Equity	104,274		'		'	'
Total Liabilities & Shareholders’ Equity	830,264		857,522		'	'
DTAG [Member] | Eliminations [Member]	'		'		'	'
ASSETS [Abstract]	'		'		'	'
Cash and Cash Equivalents	0		0		0	0
Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	0		0		'	'
Finance Receivables	0		0		'	'
Allowance for Credit Losses	0		0		'	'
Finance Receivables, net	0		0		'	'
Inventory	-839		0		'	'
Property and Equipment, net	0		0		'	'
Lease Fleet Vehicles	0		'		'	'
Investment in Subsidiaries	-259,162		-473,828		'	'
Other Assets	-696,457		-711,814		'	'
Shareholder Notes Receivable	0		'		'	'
Assets of Discontinued Operation	0		0		'	'
Total Assets	-956,458		-1,185,642		'	'
LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY	'		'		'	'
Payables and Other Accrued Expenses	-696,323		-711,814		'	'
Deferred Revenue	0		0		'	'
Portfolio Term Financings	0		0		'	'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0		0		'	'
Senior Secured Notes Payable	0		0		'	'
Other Secured Financing	0		0		'	'
Liabilities of Discontinued Operations	0		0		'	'
Total Liabilities	-696,323		-711,814		'	'
Noncontrolling Interest - Inilex	-3,297		'		'	'
Total Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG	-256,838		-473,828		'	'
Total Equity	-260,135		'		'	'
Total Liabilities & Shareholders’ Equity	-956,458		-1,185,642		'	'
DTAC [Member]	'		'		'	'
LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY	'		'		'	'
Noncontrolling Interest - Inilex	386,208	[1]	311,505	[1]	'	'
DTAC [Member] | Consolidated Entities [Member]	'		'		'	'
ASSETS [Abstract]	'		'		'	'
Cash and Cash Equivalents	9,683		19,054		22,449	19,767
Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	114,868		107,072		'	'
Finance Receivables	1,938,931		1,661,662		'	'
Allowance for Credit Losses	-299,516		-252,590		'	'
Finance Receivables, net	1,639,415		1,409,072		'	'
Inventory	0		0		'	'
Property and Equipment, net	20,979		22,473		'	'
Lease Fleet Vehicles	0		'		'	'
Investment in Subsidiaries	0		0		'	'
Other Assets	1,960,666		851,481		'	'
Shareholder Notes Receivable	28,542		'		'	'
Assets of Discontinued Operation	0		42,403		'	'
Total Assets	3,774,153		2,451,555		'	'
LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY	'		'		'	'
Payables and Other Accrued Expenses	1,977,835		919,285		'	'
Deferred Revenue	0		0		'	'
Portfolio Term Financings	987,821		1,049,478		'	'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	283,400		57,200		'	'
Senior Secured Notes Payable	126,658		99,160		'	'
Other Secured Financing	12,231		14,228		'	'
Liabilities of Discontinued Operations	0		699		'	'
Total Liabilities	3,387,945		2,140,050		'	'
Noncontrolling Interest - Inilex	0		'		'	'
Total Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG	386,208		311,505		'	'
Total Equity	386,208		'		'	'
Total Liabilities & Shareholders’ Equity	3,774,153		2,451,555		'	'
DTAC [Member] | Guarantor Subsidiaries Combined [Member]	'		'		'	'
ASSETS [Abstract]	'		'		'	'
Cash and Cash Equivalents	5		7		52	285
Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	12,375		16,163		'	'
Finance Receivables	0		0		'	'
Allowance for Credit Losses	0		0		'	'
Finance Receivables, net	0		0		'	'
Inventory	0		0		'	'
Property and Equipment, net	3,848		4,551		'	'
Lease Fleet Vehicles	0		'		'	'
Investment in Subsidiaries	0		0		'	'
Other Assets	1,182,734		496,195		'	'
Shareholder Notes Receivable	0		'		'	'
Assets of Discontinued Operation	0		42,403		'	'
Total Assets	1,198,962		559,319		'	'
LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY	'		'		'	'
Payables and Other Accrued Expenses	1,388,300		520,781		'	'
Deferred Revenue	0		0		'	'
Portfolio Term Financings	0		0		'	'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0		0		'	'
Senior Secured Notes Payable	0		0		'	'
Other Secured Financing	0		1,774		'	'
Liabilities of Discontinued Operations	0		699		'	'
Total Liabilities	1,388,300		523,254		'	'
Noncontrolling Interest - Inilex	0		'		'	'
Total Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG	-189,338		36,065		'	'
Total Equity	-189,338		'		'	'
Total Liabilities & Shareholders’ Equity	1,198,962		559,319		'	'
DTAC [Member] | Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]	'		'		'	'
ASSETS [Abstract]	'		'		'	'
Cash and Cash Equivalents	588		423		384	516
Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	102,493		90,909		'	'
Finance Receivables	0		4,435		'	'
Allowance for Credit Losses	0		0		'	'
Finance Receivables, net	0		4,435		'	'
Inventory	0		0		'	'
Property and Equipment, net	14,806		15,216		'	'
Lease Fleet Vehicles	0		'		'	'
Investment in Subsidiaries	0		0		'	'
Other Assets	1,779,757		1,347,860		'	'
Shareholder Notes Receivable	0		'		'	'
Assets of Discontinued Operation	0		0		'	'
Total Assets	1,897,644		1,458,843		'	'
LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY	'		'		'	'
Payables and Other Accrued Expenses	6,763		6,703		'	'
Deferred Revenue	0		0		'	'
Portfolio Term Financings	987,821		1,069,974		'	'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	283,400		57,200		'	'
Senior Secured Notes Payable	0		0		'	'
Other Secured Financing	12,231		12,454		'	'
Liabilities of Discontinued Operations	0		0		'	'
Total Liabilities	1,290,215		1,146,331		'	'
Noncontrolling Interest - Inilex	0		'		'	'
Total Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG	607,429		312,512		'	'
Total Equity	607,429		'		'	'
Total Liabilities & Shareholders’ Equity	1,897,644		1,458,843		'	'
DTAC [Member] | DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]	'		'		'	'
ASSETS [Abstract]	'		'		'	'
Cash and Cash Equivalents	9,090		18,624		22,013	18,966
Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	0		0		'	'
Finance Receivables	1,938,931		1,657,227		'	'
Allowance for Credit Losses	-299,516		-252,590		'	'
Finance Receivables, net	1,639,415		1,404,637		'	'
Inventory	0		0		'	'
Property and Equipment, net	2,325		2,706		'	'
Lease Fleet Vehicles	0		'		'	'
Investment in Subsidiaries	418,091		348,577		'	'
Other Assets	1,955,012		864,643		'	'
Shareholder Notes Receivable	28,542		'		'	'
Assets of Discontinued Operation	0		0		'	'
Total Assets	4,052,475		2,639,187		'	'
LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY	'		'		'	'
Payables and Other Accrued Expenses	3,539,609		2,228,522		'	'
Deferred Revenue	0		0		'	'
Portfolio Term Financings	0		0		'	'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0		0		'	'
Senior Secured Notes Payable	126,658		99,160		'	'
Other Secured Financing	0		0		'	'
Liabilities of Discontinued Operations	0		0		'	'
Total Liabilities	3,666,267		2,327,682		'	'
Noncontrolling Interest - Inilex	0		'		'	'
Total Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG	386,208		311,505		'	'
Total Equity	386,208		'		'	'
Total Liabilities & Shareholders’ Equity	4,052,475		2,639,187		'	'
DTAC [Member] | Eliminations [Member]	'		'		'	'
ASSETS [Abstract]	'		'		'	'
Cash and Cash Equivalents	0		0		0	0
Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	0		0		'	'
Finance Receivables	0		0		'	'
Allowance for Credit Losses	0		0		'	'
Finance Receivables, net	0		0		'	'
Inventory	0		0		'	'
Property and Equipment, net	0		0		'	'
Lease Fleet Vehicles	0		'		'	'
Investment in Subsidiaries	-418,091		-348,577		'	'
Other Assets	-2,956,837		-1,857,217		'	'
Shareholder Notes Receivable	0		'		'	'
Assets of Discontinued Operation	0		0		'	'
Total Assets	-3,374,928		-2,205,794		'	'
LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY	'		'		'	'
Payables and Other Accrued Expenses	-2,956,837		-1,836,721		'	'
Deferred Revenue	0		0		'	'
Portfolio Term Financings	0		-20,496		'	'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0		0		'	'
Senior Secured Notes Payable	0		0		'	'
Other Secured Financing	0		0		'	'
Liabilities of Discontinued Operations	0		0		'	'
Total Liabilities	-2,956,837		-1,857,217		'	'
Noncontrolling Interest - Inilex	0		'		'	'
Total Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG	-418,091		-348,577		'	'
Total Equity	-418,091		'		'	'
Total Liabilities & Shareholders’ Equity	-3,374,928		-2,205,794		'	'
Eliminations [Member]	'		'		'	'
ASSETS [Abstract]	'		'		'	'
Cash and Cash Equivalents	0		0		0	0
Restricted Cash and Investments Held in Trust	0		0		'	'
Finance Receivables	0		0		'	'
Allowance for Credit Losses	0		0		'	'
Finance Receivables, net	0		0		'	'
Inventory	0		0		'	'
Property and Equipment, net	0		0		'	'
Lease Fleet Vehicles	0		'		'	'
Investment in Subsidiaries	0		0		'	'
Other Assets	-3,899,368		-1,736,027		'	'
Shareholder Notes Receivable	0		'		'	'
Assets of Discontinued Operation	0		0		'	'
Total Assets	-3,899,368		-1,736,027		'	'
LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY	'		'		'	'
Payables and Other Accrued Expenses	-3,899,368		-1,736,027		'	'
Deferred Revenue	0		0		'	'
Portfolio Term Financings	0		0		'	'
Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0		0		'	'
Senior Secured Notes Payable	0		0		'	'
Other Secured Financing	0		0		'	'
Liabilities of Discontinued Operations	0		0		'	'
Total Liabilities	-3,899,368		-1,736,027		'	'
Noncontrolling Interest - Inilex	336		'		'	'
Total Shareholders’ Equity-DTAG	-336		0		'	'
Total Equity	0		'		'	'
Total Liabilities & Shareholders’ Equity	($3,899,368)		($1,736,027)		'	'
[1]	Refer to Note 20 for Consolidating Financial Information and discussion regarding non-controlling interest-DTAC.

Supplemental_Consolidating_Fin4

Supplemental Consolidating Financial Information (Supplemental Consolidating Statement of Operations) (Details) (USD $)

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

In Thousands, unless otherwise specified

Dec. 31, 2013

Sep. 30, 2013

Jun. 30, 2013

Mar. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Sep. 30, 2012

Jun. 30, 2012

Mar. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Sep. 30, 2011

Jun. 30, 2011

Mar. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Revenue:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Sales Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

$1,055,504

$920,507

$838,242

Interest Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

327,798

299,382

283,065

Other Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

17,594

1,175

660

Equity in Income of Subsidiaries

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Total Revenue

290,603

364,204

360,865

385,224

246,766

304,785

301,850

367,663

227,694

286,012

275,405

332,856

1,400,896

1,221,064

1,121,967

Costs and Expenses:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Cost of Sales

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

731,190

607,932

544,504

Provision for Credit Losses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

308,332

253,603

207,198

Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

42,196

41,978

43,475

Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

2,552

4,644

3,034

Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

30,325

26,470

26,541

Selling and Marketing

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

32,138

28,015

22,790

General and Administrative

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

195,806

176,266

168,202

Depreciation Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

25,032

19,740

16,075

Total Costs and Expenses

301,717

358,818

339,975

367,061

253,883

299,344

271,596

333,825

223,436

273,567

242,975

291,841

1,367,571

1,158,648

1,031,819

[1]

Income Before Income Taxes

-11,114

5,386

20,890

18,163

-7,117

5,441

30,254

33,838

4,258

12,445

32,430

41,015

33,325

62,416

90,148

Income Tax Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

1,609

1,194

1,221

Net Income

-12,180

5,455

20,620

17,821

-7,281

5,070

29,987

33,446

3,948

12,383

32,093

40,503

31,716

61,222

88,927

Loss from Discontinued Operations (net of taxes)

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-1,956

-1,869

-789

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

29,760

59,353

88,138

Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest1

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-548

0

0

Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

30,308

59,353

88,138

DTAG [Member]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Costs and Expenses:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

247,061

237,671

216,903

DTAG [Member] | Consolidated Entities [Member]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Revenue:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Sales Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

1,055,504

920,507

838,242

Interest Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Other Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

123,006

83,202

64,833

Equity in Income of Subsidiaries

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Total Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

1,178,510

1,003,709

903,075

Costs and Expenses:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Cost of Sales

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

731,190

607,932

544,504

Provision for Credit Losses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

6,174

3,734

2,405

Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

15,162

13,233

13,271

Selling and Marketing

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

32,138

28,012

22,790

General and Administrative

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

124,437

95,509

89,433

Depreciation Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

21,970

16,910

13,532

Total Costs and Expenses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

931,071

765,330

685,935

Income Before Income Taxes

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

247,439

238,379

217,140

Income Tax Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

926

708

237

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

246,513

237,671

216,903

Loss from Discontinued Operations (net of taxes)

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

246,513

237,671

216,903

Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest1

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-790

'

'

Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

247,303

'

'

DTAG [Member] | Guarantor Subsidiaries Combined [Member]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Revenue:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Sales Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

1,055,504

920,507

838,242

Interest Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Other Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

54,051

45,442

38,333

Equity in Income of Subsidiaries

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Total Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

1,109,555

965,949

876,575

Costs and Expenses:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Cost of Sales

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

731,075

607,932

544,504

Provision for Credit Losses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

5,555

3,273

2,351

Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Selling and Marketing

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

32,138

28,012

22,790

General and Administrative

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

115,122

91,546

83,081

Depreciation Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

21,658

16,910

13,532

Total Costs and Expenses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

905,548

747,673

666,258

Income Before Income Taxes

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

204,007

218,276

210,317

Income Tax Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

204,007

218,276

210,317

Loss from Discontinued Operations (net of taxes)

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

204,007

218,276

210,317

Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest1

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

'

'

Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

204,007

'

'

DTAG [Member] | Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Revenue:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Sales Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Interest Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Other Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

16,724

0

0

Equity in Income of Subsidiaries

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Total Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

16,724

0

0

Costs and Expenses:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Cost of Sales

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

7,734

0

0

Provision for Credit Losses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

577

403

0

Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Selling and Marketing

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

General and Administrative

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

2,921

-3,406

-1,191

Depreciation Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

312

0

0

Total Costs and Expenses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

11,544

-3,003

-1,191

Income Before Income Taxes

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

5,180

3,003

1,191

Income Tax Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

665

484

403

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

4,515

2,519

788

Loss from Discontinued Operations (net of taxes)

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

4,515

2,519

788

Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest1

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

941

'

'

Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

3,574

'

'

DTAG [Member] | DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Revenue:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Sales Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Interest Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Other Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

60,824

37,760

26,500

Equity in Income of Subsidiaries

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

211,764

220,795

211,104

Total Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

272,588

258,555

237,604

Costs and Expenses:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Cost of Sales

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Provision for Credit Losses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

42

58

54

Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

15,162

13,233

13,271

Selling and Marketing

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

General and Administrative

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

6,394

7,369

7,543

Depreciation Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Total Costs and Expenses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

21,598

20,660

20,868

Income Before Income Taxes

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

250,990

237,895

216,736

Income Tax Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

261

224

-166

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

250,729

237,671

216,902

Loss from Discontinued Operations (net of taxes)

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

250,729

237,671

216,902

Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest1

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

'

'

Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

250,729

'

'

DTAG [Member] | Eliminations [Member]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Revenue:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Sales Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Interest Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Other Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-8,593

0

0

Equity in Income of Subsidiaries

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-211,764

-220,795

-211,104

Total Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-220,357

-220,795

-211,104

Costs and Expenses:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Cost of Sales

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-7,619

0

0

Provision for Credit Losses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Selling and Marketing

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

General and Administrative

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Depreciation Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Total Costs and Expenses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-7,619

0

0

Income Before Income Taxes

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-212,738

-220,795

-211,104

Income Tax Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-212,738

-220,795

-211,104

Loss from Discontinued Operations (net of taxes)

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-212,738

-220,795

-211,104

Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest1

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-1,731

'

'

Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-211,007

'

'

DTAC [Member] | Consolidated Entities [Member]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Revenue:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Sales Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Interest Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

327,798

299,382

283,065

Other Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

5,398

3,473

3,096

Equity in Income of Subsidiaries

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Total Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

333,196

302,855

286,161

Costs and Expenses:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Cost of Sales

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Provision for Credit Losses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

308,332

253,603

207,198

Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

42,196

41,978

43,475

Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

61,651

42,299

30,948

Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

15,163

13,237

13,270

Selling and Marketing

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

3

0

General and Administrative

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

116,906

124,868

115,719

Depreciation Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

3,062

2,830

2,543

Total Costs and Expenses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

547,310

478,818

413,153

Income Before Income Taxes

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-214,114

-175,963

-126,992

Income Tax Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

683

486

984

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-214,797

-176,449

-127,976

Loss from Discontinued Operations (net of taxes)

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-1,956

-1,869

-789

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-216,753

-178,318

-128,765

Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest1

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

'

'

Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-216,753

'

'

DTAC [Member] | Guarantor Subsidiaries Combined [Member]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Revenue:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Sales Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Interest Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Other Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

72,395

65,058

60,250

Equity in Income of Subsidiaries

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Total Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

72,395

65,058

60,250

Costs and Expenses:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Cost of Sales

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Provision for Credit Losses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

64

93

109

Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Selling and Marketing

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

General and Administrative

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

58,988

54,942

56,925

Depreciation Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

1,195

1,014

714

Total Costs and Expenses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

60,247

56,049

57,748

Income Before Income Taxes

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

12,148

9,009

2,502

Income Tax Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

12,148

9,009

2,502

Loss from Discontinued Operations (net of taxes)

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-1,956

-1,869

0

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

10,192

7,140

2,502

Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest1

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

'

'

Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

10,192

'

'

DTAC [Member] | Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Revenue:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Sales Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Interest Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

307,578

273,460

252,911

Other Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Equity in Income of Subsidiaries

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Total Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

307,578

273,460

252,911

Costs and Expenses:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Cost of Sales

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Provision for Credit Losses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

42,196

41,978

43,373

Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

1,318

1,975

1,989

Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Selling and Marketing

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

General and Administrative

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

61,489

55,762

50,009

Depreciation Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

545

546

613

Total Costs and Expenses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

105,548

100,261

95,984

Income Before Income Taxes

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

202,030

173,199

156,927

Income Tax Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

202,030

173,199

156,927

Loss from Discontinued Operations (net of taxes)

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

-789

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

202,030

173,199

156,138

Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest1

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

'

'

Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

202,030

'

'

DTAC [Member] | DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Revenue:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Sales Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Interest Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

328,368

300,595

284,282

Other Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

2,367

2,757

2,864

Equity in Income of Subsidiaries

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

212,222

180,339

158,642

Total Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

542,957

483,691

445,788

Costs and Expenses:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Cost of Sales

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Provision for Credit Losses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

308,332

253,603

207,198

Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

102

Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

368,417

314,904

282,978

Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

15,163

13,237

13,270

Selling and Marketing

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

3

0

General and Administrative

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

65,793

78,506

68,803

Depreciation Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

1,322

1,270

1,216

Total Costs and Expenses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

759,027

661,523

573,567

Income Before Income Taxes

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-216,070

-177,832

-127,779

Income Tax Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

683

486

984

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-216,753

-178,318

-128,763

Loss from Discontinued Operations (net of taxes)

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-216,753

-178,318

-128,763

Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest1

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

'

'

Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-216,753

'

'

DTAC [Member] | Eliminations [Member]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Revenue:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Sales Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Interest Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-308,148

-274,673

-254,128

Other Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-69,364

-64,342

-60,018

Equity in Income of Subsidiaries

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-212,222

-180,339

-158,642

Total Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-589,734

-519,354

-472,788

Costs and Expenses:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Cost of Sales

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Provision for Credit Losses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-308,148

-274,673

-254,128

Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Selling and Marketing

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

General and Administrative

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-69,364

-64,342

-60,018

Depreciation Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Total Costs and Expenses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-377,512

-339,015

-314,146

Income Before Income Taxes

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-212,222

-180,339

-158,642

Income Tax Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-212,222

-180,339

-158,642

Loss from Discontinued Operations (net of taxes)

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-212,222

-180,339

-158,642

Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest1

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

'

'

Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-212,222

'

'

Eliminations [Member]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Revenue:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Sales Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Interest Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Other Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-110,810

-85,500

-67,269

Equity in Income of Subsidiaries

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Total Revenue

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-110,810

-85,500

-67,269

Costs and Expenses:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Cost of Sales

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Provision for Credit Losses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Non-Portfolio Debt Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-65,273

-41,389

-30,319

Senior Secured Notes Interest Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Selling and Marketing

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

General and Administrative

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-45,537

-44,111

-36,950

Depreciation Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Total Costs and Expenses

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

-110,810

-85,500

-67,269

Income Before Income Taxes

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Income Tax Expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Loss from Discontinued Operations (net of taxes)

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Net Income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

0

0

0

Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest1

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

242

'

'

Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

($242)

'

'

[1]

Includes net loss on extinguishment of debt.

Supplemental_Consolidating_Fin5

Supplemental Consolidating Financial Information (Supplemental Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Net Income (Loss) for the Year	$29,760	$59,353	$88,138
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest - Inilex	548	'	'
Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	30,308	59,353	88,138
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	1,956	1,869	789
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Provision for Credit Losses	308,332	253,603	207,198
Depreciation Expense	25,032	19,740	16,075
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	6,284	8,163	11,880
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	1,239	1,546	2,789
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	-145	-153	81
Originations of Finance Receivables	-1,106,422	-917,093	-829,141
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	572,757	559,092	540,450
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	-5,011	-4,252	-1,011
(Increase) Decrease in Inventories	-48,834	-58,403	-66,286
(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	-12,432	-3,319	-2,814
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Revenue	39,632	2,393	-28
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	14,289	8,508	7,522
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Continuing Operations	-173,015	-68,953	-24,358
Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Discontinued Operations	761	-925	-838
Net Cash Used By Operating Activities	-172,254	-69,878	-25,196
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:	'	'	'
Purchase of Property and Equipment	1,748	1,895	519
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	-36,271	-24,481	-44,174
Purchase of Lease Fleet	-33,022	0	0
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	85,074	0	0
Increase in Other Investments	-3,200	0	0
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	14,329	-22,586	-43,655
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operations	-74,629	-41,971	-630
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	-60,300	-64,557	-44,285
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:	'	'	'
(Increase) Decrease in Restricted Cash	-8,242	15,421	18,193
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	-9,000	-15,864	-13,199
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	9,446	-6,913	-22,819
Additions to Portfolio Term Financings	543,890	857,246	707,947
Repayment of Portfolio Term Financings	-605,349	-590,151	-339,110
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	1,034,300	827,300	970,600
Repayments of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	-808,100	-911,492	-1,232,215
Additions to Senior Secured Notes Payable	55,500	0	0
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	58,871	83,968	44,500
Repayments of Other Secured Notes Payable	-14,188	-65,982	-542
Payments of Debt Issuance Costs	-6,597	-7,343	-9,788
Dividend Distributions - Related Party	-13,701	-51,195	-51,845
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities	236,830	134,995	71,722
Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents	4,276	560	2,241
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	26,478	25,918	23,677
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	30,754	26,478	25,918
Cash and Cash Equivalents of Discontinued Operations at End of Period	0	2	12
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continuing Operations at End of Period	30,754	26,480	25,930
DTAG [Member]	'	'	'
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	247,061	237,671	216,903
DTAG [Member] | Consolidated Entities [Member]	'	'	'
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Net Income (Loss) for the Year	246,513	237,671	216,903
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest - Inilex	790	'	'
Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	247,303	'	'
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Provision for Credit Losses	0	0	0
Depreciation Expense	21,970	16,910	13,532
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	688	762	1,056
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	612	781	1,395
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	-232	-117	86
Originations of Finance Receivables	0	0	0
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	0	0	0
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	0	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Inventories	-48,834	-58,403	-66,286
(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	-1,370,544	-308,397	-874,246
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Revenue	39,632	2,393	-28
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	1,119,080	114,129	706,148
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Continuing Operations	9,675	5,729	-1,440
Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Used By Operating Activities	9,675	5,729	-1,440
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:	'	'	'
Purchase of Property and Equipment	1,520	1,540	438
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	-34,388	-21,333	-43,290
Purchase of Lease Fleet	-33,022	'	'
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	0	'	'
Increase in Other Investments	-3,200	'	'
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	-69,090	-19,793	-42,852
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	-69,090	-19,793	-42,852
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:	'	'	'
(Increase) Decrease in Restricted Cash	0	0	5
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	0	0	0
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	0	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Term Financings	0	0	0
Repayment of Portfolio Term Financings	0	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Repayments of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Additions to Senior Secured Notes Payable	27,750	'	'
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	58,871	83,968	44,500
Repayments of Other Secured Notes Payable	-12,192	-65,414	0
Payments of Debt Issuance Costs	-1,367	-535	-654
Dividend Distributions - Related Party	0	0	0
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities	73,062	18,019	43,851
Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents	13,647	3,955	-441
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	7,424	3,469	3,910
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	21,071	7,424	3,469
Cash and Cash Equivalents of Discontinued Operations at End of Period	0	0	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continuing Operations at End of Period	21,071	7,424	3,469
DTAG [Member] | Guarantor Subsidiaries Combined [Member]	'	'	'
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Net Income (Loss) for the Year	204,007	218,276	210,317
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest - Inilex	0	'	'
Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	204,007	'	'
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Provision for Credit Losses	0	0	0
Depreciation Expense	21,658	16,910	13,532
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	163	115	494
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	0	0	0
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	-232	-117	86
Originations of Finance Receivables	0	0	0
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	0	0	0
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	0	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Inventories	-49,673	-58,403	-66,286
(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	-1,301,364	-269,542	-851,669
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Revenue	39,686	2,362	-28
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	1,105,113	107,580	691,667
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Continuing Operations	19,358	17,181	-1,887
Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Used By Operating Activities	19,358	17,181	-1,887
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:	'	'	'
Purchase of Property and Equipment	1,520	1,540	438
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	-33,626	-21,333	-43,290
Purchase of Lease Fleet	-33,022	'	'
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	0	'	'
Increase in Other Investments	0	'	'
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	-65,128	-19,793	-42,852
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	-65,128	-19,793	-42,852
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:	'	'	'
(Increase) Decrease in Restricted Cash	0	0	5
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	0	0	0
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	0	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Term Financings	0	0	0
Repayment of Portfolio Term Financings	0	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Repayments of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Additions to Senior Secured Notes Payable	0	'	'
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	55,000	71,000	44,500
Repayments of Other Secured Notes Payable	-10,000	-64,179	0
Payments of Debt Issuance Costs	-578	-141	-485
Dividend Distributions - Related Party	0	0	0
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities	44,422	6,680	44,020
Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents	-1,348	4,068	-719
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	6,937	2,869	3,588
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	5,589	6,937	2,869
Cash and Cash Equivalents of Discontinued Operations at End of Period	0	0	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continuing Operations at End of Period	5,589	6,937	2,869
DTAG [Member] | Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]	'	'	'
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Net Income (Loss) for the Year	4,515	2,519	788
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest - Inilex	-941	'	'
Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	3,574	'	'
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Provision for Credit Losses	0	0	0
Depreciation Expense	312	0	0
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	74	39	0
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	0	0	0
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	0	0	0
Originations of Finance Receivables	0	0	0
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	0	0	0
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	0	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Inventories	0	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	8,714	-14,358	2,564
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Revenue	-54	31	0
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	1,458	311	-3,079
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Continuing Operations	14,078	-11,458	273
Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Used By Operating Activities	14,078	-11,458	273
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:	'	'	'
Purchase of Property and Equipment	0	0	0
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	-762	0	0
Purchase of Lease Fleet	0	'	'
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	0	'	'
Increase in Other Investments	0	'	'
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	-762	0	0
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	-762	0	0
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:	'	'	'
(Increase) Decrease in Restricted Cash	0	0	0
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	0	0	0
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	0	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Term Financings	0	0	0
Repayment of Portfolio Term Financings	0	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Repayments of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Additions to Senior Secured Notes Payable	0	'	'
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	3,871	12,968	0
Repayments of Other Secured Notes Payable	-2,192	-1,235	0
Payments of Debt Issuance Costs	0	-388	0
Dividend Distributions - Related Party	0	0	0
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities	1,679	11,345	0
Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents	14,995	-113	273
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	482	595	322
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	15,477	482	595
Cash and Cash Equivalents of Discontinued Operations at End of Period	0	0	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continuing Operations at End of Period	15,477	482	595
DTAG [Member] | DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]	'	'	'
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Net Income (Loss) for the Year	250,729	237,671	216,902
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest - Inilex	0	'	'
Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	250,729	'	'
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Provision for Credit Losses	0	0	0
Depreciation Expense	0	0	0
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	451	608	562
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	612	781	1,395
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	0	0	0
Originations of Finance Receivables	0	0	0
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	0	0	0
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	0	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Inventories	0	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	-272,571	-232,721	-335,292
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Revenue	0	0	0
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	-2,982	-6,333	116,607
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Continuing Operations	-23,761	6	174
Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Used By Operating Activities	-23,761	6	174
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:	'	'	'
Purchase of Property and Equipment	0	0	0
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Purchase of Lease Fleet	0	'	'
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	0	'	'
Increase in Other Investments	-3,200	'	'
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	-3,200	0	0
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	-3,200	0	0
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:	'	'	'
(Increase) Decrease in Restricted Cash	0	0	0
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	0	0	0
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	0	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Term Financings	0	0	0
Repayment of Portfolio Term Financings	0	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Repayments of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Additions to Senior Secured Notes Payable	27,750	'	'
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	0	0	0
Repayments of Other Secured Notes Payable	0	0	0
Payments of Debt Issuance Costs	-789	-6	-169
Dividend Distributions - Related Party	0	0	0
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities	26,961	-6	-169
Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents	0	0	5
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	5	5	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	5	5	5
Cash and Cash Equivalents of Discontinued Operations at End of Period	0	0	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continuing Operations at End of Period	5	5	5
DTAG [Member] | Eliminations [Member]	'	'	'
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Net Income (Loss) for the Year	-212,738	-220,795	-211,104
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest - Inilex	1,731	'	'
Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	-211,007	'	'
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Provision for Credit Losses	0	0	0
Depreciation Expense	0	0	0
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	0	0	0
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	0	0	0
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	0	0	0
Originations of Finance Receivables	0	0	0
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	0	0	0
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	0	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Inventories	839	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	194,677	208,224	310,151
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Revenue	0	0	0
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	15,491	12,571	-99,047
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Continuing Operations	0	0	0
Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Used By Operating Activities	0	0	0
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:	'	'	'
Purchase of Property and Equipment	0	0	0
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Purchase of Lease Fleet	0	'	'
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	0	'	'
Increase in Other Investments	0	'	'
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	0	0	0
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:	'	'	'
(Increase) Decrease in Restricted Cash	0	0	0
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	0	0	0
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	0	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Term Financings	0	0	0
Repayment of Portfolio Term Financings	0	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Repayments of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Additions to Senior Secured Notes Payable	0	'	'
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	0	0	0
Repayments of Other Secured Notes Payable	0	0	0
Payments of Debt Issuance Costs	0	0	0
Dividend Distributions - Related Party	0	0	0
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities	0	0	0
Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents	0	0	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	0	0	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	0	0	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents of Discontinued Operations at End of Period	0	0	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continuing Operations at End of Period	0	0	0
DTAC [Member] | Consolidated Entities [Member]	'	'	'
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Net Income (Loss) for the Year	-216,753	-178,318	-128,765
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest - Inilex	0	'	'
Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	-216,753	'	'
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	1,956	1,869	789
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Provision for Credit Losses	308,332	253,603	207,198
Depreciation Expense	3,062	2,830	2,543
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	5,596	7,401	10,824
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	627	765	1,394
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	87	-36	-5
Originations of Finance Receivables	-1,106,422	-917,093	-829,141
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	572,757	559,092	540,450
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	-5,011	-4,252	-1,011
(Increase) Decrease in Inventories	0	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	-805,471	125,722	-487,021
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Revenue	0	0	0
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	1,058,550	73,735	659,827
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Continuing Operations	-182,690	-74,682	-22,918
Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Discontinued Operations	761	-925	-838
Net Cash Used By Operating Activities	-181,929	-75,607	-23,756
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:	'	'	'
Purchase of Property and Equipment	228	355	81
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	-1,883	-3,148	-884
Purchase of Lease Fleet	0	'	'
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	85,074	'	'
Increase in Other Investments	0	'	'
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	83,419	-2,793	-803
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operations	-74,629	-41,971	-630
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	8,790	-44,764	-1,433
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:	'	'	'
(Increase) Decrease in Restricted Cash	-8,242	15,421	18,188
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	-9,000	-15,864	-13,199
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	9,446	-6,913	-22,819
Additions to Portfolio Term Financings	543,890	857,246	707,947
Repayment of Portfolio Term Financings	-605,349	-590,151	-339,110
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	1,034,300	827,300	970,600
Repayments of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	-808,100	-911,492	-1,232,215
Additions to Senior Secured Notes Payable	27,750	'	'
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	0	0	0
Repayments of Other Secured Notes Payable	-1,996	-568	-542
Payments of Debt Issuance Costs	-5,230	-6,808	-9,134
Dividend Distributions - Related Party	-13,701	-51,195	-51,845
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities	163,768	116,976	27,871
Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents	-9,371	-3,395	2,682
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	19,054	22,449	19,767
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	9,683	19,054	22,449
Cash and Cash Equivalents of Discontinued Operations at End of Period	0	2	12
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continuing Operations at End of Period	9,683	19,056	22,461
DTAC [Member] | Guarantor Subsidiaries Combined [Member]	'	'	'
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Net Income (Loss) for the Year	10,192	7,140	2,502
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest - Inilex	0	'	'
Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	10,192	'	'
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	1,956	1,869	0
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Provision for Credit Losses	0	0	0
Depreciation Expense	1,195	1,014	714
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	0	0	0
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	0	0	0
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	94	-34	0
Originations of Finance Receivables	0	0	0
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	0	0	0
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	0	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Inventories	0	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	-882,385	156,538	-603,676
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Revenue	0	0	0
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	867,518	-127,876	602,492
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Continuing Operations	-1,430	38,651	2,032
Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Discontinued Operations	761	-925	0
Net Cash Used By Operating Activities	-669	37,726	2,032
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:	'	'	'
Purchase of Property and Equipment	177	317	62
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	-761	-2,111	-243
Purchase of Lease Fleet	0	'	'
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	0	'	'
Increase in Other Investments	0	'	'
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	-584	-1,794	-181
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operations	-762	-41,971	0
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	-1,346	-43,765	-181
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:	'	'	'
(Increase) Decrease in Restricted Cash	3,788	6,354	-1,740
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	0	0	0
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	0	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Term Financings	0	0	0
Repayment of Portfolio Term Financings	0	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Repayments of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Additions to Senior Secured Notes Payable	0	'	'
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	0	0	0
Repayments of Other Secured Notes Payable	-1,775	-360	-344
Payments of Debt Issuance Costs	0	0	0
Dividend Distributions - Related Party	0	0	0
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities	2,013	5,994	-2,084
Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents	-2	-45	-233
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	7	52	285
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	5	7	52
Cash and Cash Equivalents of Discontinued Operations at End of Period	0	2	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continuing Operations at End of Period	5	9	52
DTAC [Member] | Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]	'	'	'
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Net Income (Loss) for the Year	202,030	173,199	156,138
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest - Inilex	0	'	'
Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	202,030	'	'
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	0	0	789
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Provision for Credit Losses	0	0	0
Depreciation Expense	545	546	613
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	5,145	6,792	10,262
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	0	0	0
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	0	0	0
Originations of Finance Receivables	0	0	23
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	4,434	-1,496	-223
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	0	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Inventories	0	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	-339,927	-342,738	-233,228
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Revenue	0	0	0
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	61	1,552	-14,843
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Continuing Operations	-127,712	-162,145	-80,469
Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Discontinued Operations	0	0	-838
Net Cash Used By Operating Activities	-127,712	-162,145	-81,307
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:	'	'	'
Purchase of Property and Equipment	0	0	0
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	-136	0	-164
Purchase of Lease Fleet	0	'	'
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	0	'	'
Increase in Other Investments	0	'	'
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	-136	0	-164
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operations	0	0	-630
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	-136	0	-794
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:	'	'	'
(Increase) Decrease in Restricted Cash	-12,030	9,067	19,928
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	-9,000	-15,864	-13,199
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	9,446	-6,913	-22,819
Additions to Portfolio Term Financings	543,890	857,246	707,947
Repayment of Portfolio Term Financings	-625,844	-590,151	-339,110
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	1,034,300	827,300	970,600
Repayments of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	-808,100	-911,492	-1,232,215
Additions to Senior Secured Notes Payable	0	'	'
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	0	0	0
Repayments of Other Secured Notes Payable	-221	-208	-198
Payments of Debt Issuance Costs	-4,428	-6,801	-8,965
Dividend Distributions - Related Party	0	0	0
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities	128,013	162,184	81,969
Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents	165	39	-132
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	423	384	516
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	588	423	384
Cash and Cash Equivalents of Discontinued Operations at End of Period	0	0	12
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continuing Operations at End of Period	588	423	396
DTAC [Member] | DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc [Member]	'	'	'
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Net Income (Loss) for the Year	-216,753	-178,318	-128,763
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest - Inilex	0	'	'
Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	-216,753	'	'
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Provision for Credit Losses	308,332	253,603	207,198
Depreciation Expense	1,322	1,270	1,216
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	451	609	562
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	627	765	1,394
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	-7	-2	-5
Originations of Finance Receivables	-1,106,422	-917,093	-829,164
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	568,323	560,588	540,673
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	-5,011	-4,252	-1,011
(Increase) Decrease in Inventories	0	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	-895,002	166,308	-763,142
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Revenue	0	0	0
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	1,311,087	165,334	1,026,561
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Continuing Operations	-33,053	48,812	55,519
Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Used By Operating Activities	-33,053	48,812	55,519
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:	'	'	'
Purchase of Property and Equipment	51	38	19
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	-986	-1,037	-477
Purchase of Lease Fleet	0	'	'
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	85,074	'	'
Increase in Other Investments	0	'	'
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	84,139	-999	-458
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operations	-73,867	0	0
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	10,272	-999	-458
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:	'	'	'
(Increase) Decrease in Restricted Cash	0	0	0
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	0	0	0
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	0	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Term Financings	0	0	0
Repayment of Portfolio Term Financings	0	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Repayments of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Additions to Senior Secured Notes Payable	27,750	'	'
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	0	0	0
Repayments of Other Secured Notes Payable	0	0	0
Payments of Debt Issuance Costs	-802	-7	-169
Dividend Distributions - Related Party	-13,701	-51,195	-51,845
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities	13,247	-51,202	-52,014
Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents	-9,534	-3,389	3,047
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	18,624	22,013	18,966
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	9,090	18,624	22,013
Cash and Cash Equivalents of Discontinued Operations at End of Period	0	0	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continuing Operations at End of Period	9,090	18,624	22,013
DTAC [Member] | Eliminations [Member]	'	'	'
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Net Income (Loss) for the Year	-212,222	-180,339	-158,642
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest - Inilex	0	'	'
Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	-212,222	'	'
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Provision for Credit Losses	0	0	0
Depreciation Expense	0	0	0
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	0	0	0
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	0	0	0
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	0	0	0
Originations of Finance Receivables	0	0	0
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	0	0	0
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	0	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Inventories	0	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	1,311,843	145,614	1,113,025
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Revenue	0	0	0
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	-1,120,116	34,725	-954,383
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Continuing Operations	-20,495	0	0
Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Used By Operating Activities	-20,495	0	0
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:	'	'	'
Purchase of Property and Equipment	0	0	0
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Purchase of Lease Fleet	0	'	'
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	0	'	'
Increase in Other Investments	0	'	'
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	0	0	0
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:	'	'	'
(Increase) Decrease in Restricted Cash	0	0	0
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	0	0	0
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	0	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Term Financings	0	0	0
Repayment of Portfolio Term Financings	20,495	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Repayments of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Additions to Senior Secured Notes Payable	0	'	'
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	0	0	0
Repayments of Other Secured Notes Payable	0	0	0
Payments of Debt Issuance Costs	0	0	0
Dividend Distributions - Related Party	0	0	0
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities	20,495	0	0
Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents	0	0	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	0	0	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	0	0	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents of Discontinued Operations at End of Period	0	0	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continuing Operations at End of Period	0	0	0
Eliminations [Member]	'	'	'
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Net Income (Loss) for the Year	0	0	0
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest - Inilex	-242	'	'
Net Income Attributable to DriveTime Consolidated	-242	'	'
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Operating Activities:	'	'	'
Provision for Credit Losses	0	0	0
Depreciation Expense	0	0	0
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Debt Premium and Discount	0	0	0
Non-Cash Compensation Expense	0	0	0
Loss (Gain) from Disposal of Property and Equipment	0	0	0
Originations of Finance Receivables	0	0	0
Collections and Recoveries on Finance Receivable Principal Balances	0	0	0
Increase in Accrued Interest Receivable and Loan Origination Costs	0	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Inventories	0	0	0
(Increase) Decrease in Other Assets	2,163,583	179,356	1,358,453
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Revenue	0	0	0
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities	-2,163,341	-179,356	-1,358,453
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Continuing Operations	0	0	0
Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Used By Operating Activities	0	0	0
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:	'	'	'
Purchase of Property and Equipment	0	0	0
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Purchase of Lease Fleet	0	'	'
Proceeds from Sale of Discontinued Operations	0	'	'
Increase in Other Investments	0	'	'
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities from Discontinued Operations	0	0	0
Net Cash Provided by / (Used in) Investing Activities from Continuing Operations	0	0	0
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:	'	'	'
(Increase) Decrease in Restricted Cash	0	0	0
Deposits into Investments Held in Trust	0	0	0
Change in Investments Held in Trust and Collection Account Cash	0	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Term Financings	0	0	0
Repayment of Portfolio Term Financings	0	0	0
Additions to Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Repayments of Portfolio Warehouse Facilities	0	0	0
Additions to Senior Secured Notes Payable	0	'	'
Additions to Other Secured Notes Payable	0	0	0
Repayments of Other Secured Notes Payable	0	0	0
Payments of Debt Issuance Costs	0	0	0
Dividend Distributions - Related Party	0	0	0
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities	0	0	0
Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents	0	0	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period	0	0	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period	0	0	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents of Discontinued Operations at End of Period	0	0	0
Cash and Cash Equivalents from Continuing Operations at End of Period	$0	$0	$0

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Selected Quarterly Financial Data - Unaudited (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended												12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Sep. 30, 2011	Jun. 30, 2011	Mar. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Total revenue	$290,603	$364,204	$360,865	$385,224	$246,766	$304,785	$301,850	$367,663	$227,694	$286,012	$275,405	$332,856	$1,400,896	$1,221,064	$1,121,967
Costs and expenses	301,717	358,818	339,975	367,061	253,883	299,344	271,596	333,825	223,436	273,567	242,975	291,841	1,367,571	1,158,648	1,031,819	[1]
Income before income taxes	-11,114	5,386	20,890	18,163	-7,117	5,441	30,254	33,838	4,258	12,445	32,430	41,015	33,325	62,416	90,148
Net Income/(Loss) From Continuing Operations	($12,180)	$5,455	$20,620	$17,821	($7,281)	$5,070	$29,987	$33,446	$3,948	$12,383	$32,093	$40,503	$31,716	$61,222	$88,927
[1]	Includes net loss on extinguishment of debt.