Manchester’s car superhero: One Nissan and real life wins

Some cars are more than just transport. They keep the family moving, help with homework on the go, and turn the everyday into something surprisingly smooth.

That’s why we created the Carmoola Awards to spotlight the unsung heroes of the road, and the drivers behind them. From best-named cars to social chauffeurs and real-life road warriors, we’ve been travelling the UK to celebrate customers turning car finance into freedom and feel-good moments.

For one Manchester mum, it wasn’t about flashy features or new wheels. It was about a reliable little Nissan named Vanilla Slice and all the ways it helped her family do life on their terms.

Natalie's experience reflects his own personal journey with Carmoola.

Meet Natalie from Manchester

Natalie didn’t need a brand new car; she just needed one that worked. So when her beloved Nissan proved to be nothing like the ten unreliable cars that came before it, she knew she had something special.

Vanilla Slice (yes, that’s the name!) wasn’t flashy, but it was a game-changer. It saved money on tax and fuel, never skipped a beat, and even handled the occasional IKEA mission like a pro. In Natalie’s words, “My car has been my saviour.”

Whether it was commuting, homeschooling her son, or moving house, her little car showed up. And when she needed to refinance? Carmoola made the whole thing simple, jargon-free, and confidence-boosting.

The prize moment: From reliable ride to luggage ready

To honour her calm-in-a-crisis car (and her no-fuss approach to getting stuff done), we gave Natalie our Car Superhero Award and a mystery dive into the Carmoola prize boot.

Her prize? A full Tripp suitcase set. Ideal for whatever’s next, whether that’s a weekend break, a shopping haul, or just packing smart for the school holidays. Because even superheroes need good storage.

Why celebrating our customers matters to Carmoola

At Carmoola, we’re about the people behind the wheel, the ones making family life happen, making smart money moves, and doing it all with quiet determination.

Natalie’s story shows how car finance doesn’t have to be scary or confusing. She told us she used to Google finance terms or ask her dad for help, but with Carmoola, she didn’t have to. The app, the support, the clarity... It gave her confidence. And that’s exactly what we’re here for.

The Car Superhero Award isn’t about big journeys. It’s about the everyday wins. The school runs, shop dashes, and petrol heater perks that make life smoother.

Carmoola is making car finance in Manchester (and everywhere else) something people can actually feel good about.

Catch the moment 🎥

Want to see what happened when Natalie opened her mystery prize? Watch the video on our socials and see how real-life wins feel even better when they come wrapped in Carmoola pink.

Ready to start your own adventure?

Whether you're refinancing like Natalie or ready for a fresh start, Carmoola makes it easy. 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.

Natalie was compensated to share her story with Carmoola.

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