Consumer Portfolio Services: The Irvine company, which...

Consumer Portfolio Services: The Irvine company, which buys, sells and services loans originated by car dealers, reported net income of $3.1 million, or 21 cents a share, for the first quarter, 55% higher than the $2 million, or 18 cents a share, recorded for the same period in 1995. Revenue increased 47% to $10.3 million from $7 million.