Leeds' Best Car Name? From Stig to Emily Cooper

A blacked-out Clio called Stig. A sunroof Mini named after a Netflix star. And a prize pulled straight from the Carmoola boot. Now that’s personality.

Every Carmoola customer has a story, and we’re here to champion each one. Our drivers don’t just buy cars; they create experiences, make memories, and embrace new possibilities. That’s why we travelled the UK to celebrate our community, spotlighting those who turned their finance into freedom.

From the best adventures taken to social chauffeurs and real-life superheroes, each award highlights a different kind of brilliance behind the wheel. And for one Leeds-based driver, it was all in the name — earning her the Best Car Name award, thanks to a Mini Cooper called Emily.

Meet Chloe from Leeds

Chloe’s car story isn’t just about a stylish Mini. It’s about growing up, moving forward, and doing it all with a personal twist.

She started with “Stig,” a black three-door Renault Clio she lovingly modded over three years. From new clutches to blacked-out windows, she kept it going through uni and beyond. But when she landed her dream job in social media marketing and started long-distance motorway drives to see her boyfriend, she knew it was time for an upgrade.

That’s when a sleek black 2018 Mini Cooper popped up nearby. Sunroof? Check. Turbocharged engine? Tick. A full service history and low mileage? You bet. Chloe fell for it instantly. And thanks to Carmoola, her first-ever car finance provider, she made it hers.

So, what do you call a car that’s bold, aspirational, and a little bit chic? Emily Cooper, of course. Yes, like Emily in Paris, but no drama when it came to car finance.

The prize moment: A stylish name with a seriously stylish win

To celebrate Chloe’s iconic naming choice, we presented her with our ‘Best Car Name’ Award and a selection of mystery prizes in the Carmoola prize boot: a car boot jam-packed with mystery-wrapped goodies. Think everything from custom merch to months of finance paid off.

Chloe reached in, unwrapped her prize… and scored three months of her car finance, completely covered.

Talk about a name with benefits.

Why celebrating our customers matters to Carmoola

Carmoola isn’t just about cars. We’re here for the drivers who are building something, whether it’s a new career, a new chapter, or just a smoother commute with a banging playlist.

That’s why the Best Car Name award matters. It’s not just a cute story; it’s about ownership, pride, and turning a car into something uniquely yours. Chloe didn’t just buy a Mini. She stepped into independence, found confidence behind the wheel, and gave her car a name that made it feel like a sidekick.

Carmoola is bringing a simpler way to do car finance in Leeds and across the UK. One that’s made for people like Chloe: stylish, switched on, and ready to take the wheel on their own terms.

Catch the moment 🎥

Want to see what it’s like to win from the Carmoola prize boot? Check out the video on our socials and watch the moment Chloe found out her name game had paid off.

Ready to start your own adventure?

If you’ve got a car on your mind (and maybe a name already picked out), Carmoola can help. Find out more about car finance with Carmoola.

Join the ride

Follow us on Instagram, TikTok and beyond. Share your journey, see how others are rolling, and maybe even land yourself a prize from the Carmoola boot next time.