Fitch Issues Presale Report On Chase Manhattan Auto Owner Trust 2001-A

    NEW YORK--July 18, 2001--Fitch issues a presale report on Chase Manhattan Auto Owner Trust 2001-A discussing the rating analysis behind Fitch's expected `AAA' ratings on the class A notes and `A' ratings on the certificates.
    The securities are backed by a pool of prime retail installment sales contracts secured by new and used automobiles and light duty trucks from a diverse pool of manufacturers.
    A copy of the report is available on Fitch's web site at www.fitchratings.com or by contacting Market Services at 800/853-4824.