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Refinance My Car

Rates from 8.9% APR. Representative 19.8% APR.
Car Finance 247 Limited is a credit broker, not a lender.
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Rates from 8.9% APR. Representative Example: Borrow £12,000 over 5 years with a £0 deposit. Representative 19.8% APR fixed rate. Monthly payment: £306.04. Option to purchase fee £10 payable. Total cost of credit: £6,372.40. Total amount repayable: £18,372.40.
Car Finance 247 Limited is a credit broker, not a lender.

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Car refinancing: What is it and how does it work?

Refinancing your car involves taking out a new finance agreement to pay off your existing loan and keep your current car.  You might want to do this if you think a new deal could save you money or if your needs have changed.

Or, if you’re coming to the end of a PCP agreement and would like to keep your car, refinancing could turn the final balloon payment into more affordable monthly payments.

Why do people usually want to refinance their vehicles? 

  • To keep their current car
  • To finance a balloon payment on a Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) deal
  • To lower their monthly payments (if eligible)
  • To see if they could secure a better deal

If your credit score has improved or you didn’t shop around for your original deal, you may be eligible for a more competitive option. However, refinancing might not be the right choice for everyone and switching to lower payments might not be good value in the long term.

You should always take note of the total amount payable on the loan, and bear in mind that spreading your outstanding loan over a longer term can reduce the monthly payment but may increase the total amount of interest payable.

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Benefits of refinancing

Reduce your monthly payments - See if you could lower your monthly repayments by spreading the cost over a new finance term that better suits your budget.

Manage your PCP balloon payment - Turn your PCP balloon payment into more affordable monthly instalments, making your final lump sum easier to manage.

Potentially lower your interest rate - If your credit score has improved since you took out your original agreement, you may be eligible for a more competitive interest rate.

What to think about before refinancing my existing loan

Savings aren’t guaranteed - Spreading your outstanding loan over a longer term can reduce the monthly payment but may increase the total amount of interest payable.

Early repayment fees - If you're thinking about refinancing, it's a good idea to find out if there are any early repayment charges.

Offers vary by customer – Eligibility, rates, and terms depend on your credit history and are subject to lender checks.

Refinance Calculator

Run an illustrative quote to see how much you could save*

Your existing finance

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Calculate your new finance deal

Finance Term (Months)
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24 monthly payments of
£257.10
at 11.9% APR
You could save £43 per month

New Deal Breakdown

Amount to Finance
£5,500.00
APR
11.9%
Option-to-purchase fee
£10
Total Cost of Credit
£670.40
Total Repayable
£6,180.40

*Please bear in mind that spreading your outstanding loan over a longer term can reduce the monthly payment but may increase the total amount of interest payable.

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How to refinance a car

Tell us about your current finance: Start by answering a few simple questions about yourself and your vehicle.

Get a personalised decision - We compare 100's of products from our wide panel of lenders to see if we can find a deal that could work better for you.

Switch to your new deal If you decide to go ahead, we'll aim to seamlessly transfer your balance to a new agreement with terms to suit your needs.

Apply now to get your decision in minutes

Refinance a car with bad credit

If your credit score isn’t perfect, refinancing could still be an option. We work with a panel of lenders who consider a range of circumstances, including applications from people with less-than-ideal credit histories.

Having a lower credit rating doesn't automatically rule you out of refinancing, but it can influence the rates and terms available to you. Any offers will depend on your individual circumstances and the lender’s criteria.

The same applies if you're in negative equity – when the remaining balance on your current finance agreement is more than your car’s current market value. Some lenders may still be able to offer a new deal based on what you owe rather than the value of the vehicle. However, this could limit your options and may result in higher interest rates or different terms.

Credit is subject to status.

From our expert
“Refinancing your car could be a great option if you're looking to lower your monthly payments or secure a better interest rate. This also gives you the ability to keep your current car.”

Why come to us for car finance?

A helping hand

At Car Finance 247, used car finance is all about helping people improve their everyday lives. We understand that building a good credit score isn’t always easy, and we believe that people should not be penalised for past mistakes. Unfortunately, some individuals find themselves trapped in a cycle, hindered by the lack of a vehicle, impeding both their commute to work and their ability to improve their credit score.

Dedicated account manager

Plus, you’ll have a dedicated account manager on hand to help guide you through the process, so there’s nothing to worry about.

Finding you the best deal

Whether it’s sorting out the school run, getting that big boot for the big shop, or a car you’re proud to park outside the office, we’ll work to find you the best deal from our panel of lenders, even if you have bad credit.

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