Our Trusted Dealerships
Carmoola works with 11572+ dealerships across the UK, but only the best earn our Trusted Dealership badge
All listed dealerships meet our quality threshold, but Trusted Dealerships go further. They’re our top-tier partners, held to higher standards for service, transparency, and trust so you can shop with confidence.
Representative 13.9% APR
What makes a dealership 'trusted' at Carmoola?
Trusted Dealerships are carefully selected partners that meet our higher standards for customer experience, quality, and credibility. In short: they're the kind of places we'd send our mates.
We feature car dealers who make things smooth, safe, and simple. So when you see our Trusted Dealership badge, you’ll know you’re in good hands. No dodgy forecourts, disappearing websites, and definitely no pushy sales talk.
How does a dealership earn our trust?
Not every dealership we work with gets the Trusted Dealership badge. While all listed dealerships meet our standard quality checks, to qualify as a Trusted Dealership, a dealer must tick every box on our checklist and keep ticking them.
First, we look at the customer experience. We prioritise dealerships that go the extra mile to make car buying feel easy, safe, and supportive for Carmoola customers:
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Friendly, pressure-free guidance from knowledgeable staff -
Test drives offered (or a 14-day money-back guarantee if buying online) -
Pre-purchase inspections allowed, so you can bring a second pair of eyes -
All vehicles must be roadworthy and well presented -
V5, service history, and key documents supplied where available -
Clean, accessible spaces to browse in comfort
Then, we check for credibility. Only those with a proven track record earn the badge:
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Positive reviews and great customer feedback -
At least 12 months of trading history -
Honest and accurate listings -
A working website with real contact info -
A proper forecourt with physical stock
Why shop with a Trusted Dealership?
We prioritise showing you these dealerships for a reason;
they’ve earned it.
Carmoola customers come first
No pressure to use alternative finance
We connect you directly to them when you enquire
They work with us to resolve customer issues fairly and fast
It's our way of making sure you can shop smart, feel confident, and hit the road with peace of mind.
How do you check out with a Trusted Dealership?
Confirm and sign your deal in the app
Pop the reg number and price into the Carmoola app. We’ll run our checks and let you review all the details before you sign digitally. Changed your mind on the car? No problem, just update it in the app. You’re in full control from start to finish.
Tell the dealer you’re with Carmoola
Let the dealership know you’ve got Carmoola car finance ready to roll. Our Trusted Dealerships already know the drill. So, no awkward upselling or stacks of confusing paperwork.
Pay right on your phone
Once you’re done, you can pay by bank transfer, use your virtual Carmoola card online, or tap to pay with Apple Pay or Google Pay. If you're paying by bank transfer, just upload the dealership’s invoice and their bank details in the app, and we’ll handle the rest.
Heads up: Not all dealers take contactless payment, but they will accept bank transfer.
Get ready to hit the road
Because our Trusted Dealerships usually have all the paperwork sorted (think V5s and service history), everything’s set up for a quick handover. In many cases, you could be behind the wheel much sooner than you think.
Need help or hit a speed bump?
If something’s not going to plan or you've found the one at a car dealer that’s not (yet) on our dealership network, don’t stress. Our support team is on hand to help get things sorted, fast.
Our friendly UK-based team is here from 8am - 9pm EVERY day, via WhatsApp, email, SMS or phone. You can contact us via our website too 😊
Whatever the issue, we’ll help you get back on track.
Find a Trusted Dealership near me
Use our map to locate trusted dealerships in your area.
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Our Trusted Dealership FAQs
Check below for the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions related to our Trusted Dealership network. Got more questions? Check out our FAQs page 👍
Does using a Trusted Dealership affect my loan offer or terms?
No, your loan offer is based solely on your credit profile and financial status. Carmoola doesn’t receive commission from customer purchases and doesn’t offer preferential rates for using Trusted Dealerships.
Carmoola is not responsible for the quality of vehicles sold or any actions (or omissions) of the dealerships. Your finance terms remain the same, whether you buy from a Trusted Dealership or not.
Where can I buy my car from?
We work with a growing list of dealerships across the UK, which we've reviewed against our quality thresholds. To see the full list, you can download our app.
I want to buy from a dealer, but they aren't on your list. What should I do?
If you'd like to buy from a dealership that's not on our list, please get in touch with our customer support team via WhatsApp, email, SMS, or phone, and include the dealership's name and website. Our team will review them, and if they meet our quality threshold, we'll get them added to the app. We don't currently work with private sellers.
How do I part-exchange my car with a Trusted Dealership?
If you're buying from a Trusted Dealership, you can part-exchange your current car as part of the process. Once the dealership confirms your car’s value, simply add that amount into the Carmoola app, and it’ll count towards your deposit.
Already signed your agreement? No problem. You can update it in the app before completing your payment.
Keep in mind:
- We can’t lend you more than the car you’re buying is worth.
- If you have negative equity (your old car is worth less than what you owe), we may not be able to help unless you’re putting in a deposit.
- If your part-ex value is higher than the car price, the difference can go towards clearing negative equity.
For example, if you're buying a car for £10,000, but we value it at £11,000, you'll have £1,000 to use towards negative equity.