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Refinancing? We can help.

See if you can switch and save with Carmoola and thank us later.

Switch and Save

Takes 60 seconds, no impact on your credit profile
to see if you're approved 👍

Representative 13.9% APR

What is car refinancing?

Car refinance is the process of taking out a new finance agreement so you can pay off your current loan and switch to a new lender, usually with lower rates and better terms.

How does refinancing work?

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STEP 1

Tell us about your current finance

Answer a few questions about your car mileage and settlement quote from your current lender

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STEP 2

Get a new rate and budget 👍

After a few questions in our app you’ll find out if you’re eligible and your new rate and budget for refinancing

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STEP 3

Refinance your deal 💸

Simply pay your settlement quote with your Carmoola card or by bank transfer, all from your smartphone

Could refinancing save me money?

Is there anything better than saving money (apart from unlimited ice cream? Just us?). The prospect of being able to save some pounds is one of the biggest reasons people decide to refinance.

It’s worth noting that saving is not guaranteed, it will depend on what your current deal looks like and how your circumstances have changed since you signed your first agreement. The finance agreements available to you will also be affected by wider market conditions, which can impact the APRs on offer.

The good news is that if you’ve improved your credit score, you might qualify for a lower interest rate that will save you money in the long run. The even better news is, Carmoola can help.

What are the pros and cons of refinancing?

Benefits 💸

  • Secure a lower interest rate
    If your credit score has improved since taking out your current loan, you may qualify for a more competitive interest rate. This reduction can translate to savings over the life of the loan.
  • Reduce monthly payments
    Refinancing with a longer loan term can decrease your monthly payments. However, it's essential to understand that extending the loan term will generally result in paying more interest in the long run.

Things to consider 🤔

  • Early repayment fees
    Review your current loan agreement for any penalties associated with early repayment. These fees can potentially reduce the benefits of refinancing.
  • Interest rate fluctuations
    Monitor current interest rates and compare them to your existing rate. Refinancing may not be worthwhile if new rates are higher than your current one.

Car refinance calculator 🧮

Thinking about refinancing your current deal? Try our car refinance calculator to see what your new deal might look like. We’ve included helpful things such as how much interest you’ll be paying, how much your new payments might be each month, and what your APR might be based on how you think your credit profile is doing.

NEW DEAL Breakdown

Interest rate

13.9 %
APR
59
payments of

£0

Final payment of

£1

Total cost of credit

£0

Option to purchase fee

£1

Total payable

£1

For illustration purposes only. The rate and budget you may be offered will be based on your individual circumstances. This is not an offer or a quote for finance. Your contribution does not form part of the refinance agreement.

Representative Example

Borrowing £10,000 over 54 months with a representative APR of 13.9%, an annual interest rate of 13.9% fixed and a deposit of £0.00, the amount payable would be £246 per month, with a total cost of credit of £3,284 and a total amount payable of £13,285 including a one-off Option to Purchase fee of £1.

We offer hire purchase loans between £2,000 - £40,000 at a personalised APR between 6.9% and 24.9%

Your Existing Finance

Add details about your current contract and finance provider

Current monthly payments

Early settlement quote

If you don't have a quote yet, please estimate how much is left to pay on your existing finance agreement

Your New Finance Deal

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Credit profile

When you apply, we'll find out your exact credit profile. For now, please choose the option you think is most accurate

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Your new monthly payments

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at 13.9 % APR

The use of this refinance calculator to determine how much you might save by refinancing is not a guarantee of the availability of credit facilities from Carmoola.

NEW DEAL Breakdown

Interest rate

13.9 %
APR
59
payments of

£0

Final payment of

£1

Total cost of credit

£0

Option to purchase fee

£1

Total payable

£1

For illustration purposes only. The rate and budget you may be offered will be based on your individual circumstances. This is not an offer or a quote for finance. Your contribution does not form part of the refinance agreement.

Representative Example

Borrowing £10,000 over 54 months with a representative APR of 13.9%, an annual interest rate of 13.9% fixed and a deposit of £0.00, the amount payable would be £246 per month, with a total cost of credit of £3,284 and a total amount payable of £13,285 including a one-off Option to Purchase fee of £1.

We offer hire purchase loans between £2,000 - £40,000 at a personalised APR between 6.9% and 24.9%

Why switch to Carmoola?

Anyone can switch their existing car loan by getting an early settlement quote. 
With Carmoola, you can switch in 8 minutes, all from your smartphone.

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Switch and save

Refinancing can unlock savings by restructuring your loan with a lower interest rate or better terms.

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5 ⭐️ support

Our friendly, UK-based team is here from 8am - 9pm EVERY day, via WhatsApp, email, SMS or phone.

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Payment flexibilitys

Missed a payment? You can catch up easily in our app and even make overpayments with no fees.

Don’t just take our word for it

Frame 971

“Such a simple way to get car finance and at a good rate too. Easy to use app with step by step process. Love the finance calculator, which allows you to adjust the amounts and see the payments instantly. Would definitely recommend!”

Simon

Simon.

Frame 971

“Easy to use and to get a budget with their online calculator! The best part is the flexibility, you can choose how much within your allocated budget and for how long to repay. Will defo use again in the future. *****”

Dean

Dean

Frame 971

“Absolutely amazing service, super quick to respond and it couldn’t have been easier, I would 100% recommend Carmoola to anyone!”

Joanne

Joanne

Frame 971

“Not just a normal car Finance company!! Very fast and efficient and they make you feel like a valued family member, lots of unexpected after sales benefits that have been very much welcomed and appreciated too!!”

Burrow

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Frame 971

“Incredible experience! Omg! The way forward in car finance. I’d use these guys again and thoroughly recommend them. 🚘”

Richard

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FAQs about refinancing

Frustrated with your current finance company, or paying too much each month? You may want to consider refinancing over to a new deal. Got more questions? Head over to our FAQs page 👍

Need to make a change now? You can apply to refinance your current car deal at any time. That said, it’s worth keeping in mind that some lenders will ask that you’ve had your existing loan for a set period (usually at least 12 months) before looking to switch things up.

Credit scores are affected by a whole host of different things, but refinancing will usually lower your score in the short-term. That’s because your new deal will be considered a new account on your credit report while also adding a new hard search and reducing the average age of your credit.
 
Don’t worry; this decrease should only be temporary. Once you start making your new loan repayments, your score will start to recover. In fact, if your new deal comes with more affordable repayments – and reduces the chances that you’ll miss a payment – refinancing could even improve your credit score over time.

There’s no limit to the number of times you can refinance a car, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you should be looking to switch to a new deal every year. You’ll likely face penalty charges for ending each agreement early and making a new finance application will temporarily impact your credit score by adding a new hard search to your file. If you choose to refinance with a longer loan term, you’ll also need to pay more in interest.

Bad credit scores can happen for a range of different reasons. There’s no judgement here; if you’ve missed payments in the past, you might still be able to refinance.
 
Your options may be more limited and you’re unlikely to have access to the lowest APRs, but there are lenders who specialise in bad credit car finance. You could switch to a loan with a longer term and lower repayments (paying more interest over time) or refinance your PCP balloon payment.

When applying to refinance your car, you’ll likely need to provide:

  • Proof of identity – such as a driving licence or passport
  • Proof of income – including bank statements or payslips
  • Proof of address – such as a Council tax statement or utility bill
  • Proof of insurance
  • Proof of settlement figure amount
  • Vehicle registration documents

One of the biggest reasons why you might be tempted to refinance your car is to reduce your monthly payments. Maybe you’ve had a change in circumstances, your expenses have gone up, or you’d just like to save a little more each month if you can.
 
If reduced monthly payments are your priority, you might be able to refinance with an extended loan term that spreads the cost of your finance over a longer time, although this will likely cost you more in interest overall.
 
You may also be able to lower your monthly payments if your credit score has improved since you signed your original loan agreement and you’re now eligible for a loan with a lower interest rate.

While most refinancing loans will be from a new lender, you might be able to refinance with your existing lender if they have an option that suits you and your current circumstances.

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Takes 60 seconds, no impact on your credit profile to see if you're approved 👍

Rates from as low as 6.9% APR, Representative 13.9% APR

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