Disappearing Parking Spaces

The number of cars on the UK roads has increased by 15% in the last 10 years, and the size of the average car has also increased by 15cm. recent research indicates that residential parking space has decreased by 9% in this time despite the RAC claims that 7 million gardens have been concreted over […]

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Is it worth driving on Bald Tyres ?

A recent survey by Swift Cover Insurance revealed that up to 1.5 million motorists are driving on illegal Tyres 66% of the drivers taking part in the survey were unaware of the 1.6mm minimum tread depth, and 87% didn`t realise that they risked a Fine of £ 2500 per Tyre plus 3 penalty points, which […]

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How often do you use your Air Conditioning ?

British drivers spend £ 102 million a year servicing or repairing their Air Con Units Ideally it should be used once a week even in winter. The refrigerant contains lubricants to operate smoothly, and if not used, faults are likely to develop it should be serviced after 3 years and then every other year. Concerns […]

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Volkswagens new $600 car

this One seat car is being produced in China for release in 2013, it will be the most economical car in the world @ 258 miles to the gallon (better than an Electric Car)Top speed is 62-74 mph and a driving distance on a full tank is 404 miles

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Peugeot iOn Electric Car – 10,000 miles for £ 216

Peugeot have launched their Peugeot iOn Electric car available on Business Contract Hire @ £ 169.99 + vat per month (based on 3 + 35  10k pa NON Maintenance) the iOn costs just £ 216 to charge over 10,000 miles, and is fully equiped with Sat Nav., Bluetooth, Air Con., CDplayer, Alloys & Fogs etc

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Great deal on Vauxhall Insignia 2.0 Cdti 5dr

Vauxhall Insignia 2.0 CDti 130ps SRi 5dr Hatch + Metallic £ 233.99 pm + VAT on Business Contract Hire based on 3 years 10k pa  3 + 35  

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£ 95 pm 2 Year Contract Hire deal for Citroen C1

CONTRACT HIRE DEAL Citroen C1 1.0i VTR 5 door + Metallic @ £ 95.63 pcm + VAT (Contract Hire 3 + 23 5k pa) or £ 114.76 inc VAT (Personal Contract Hire 3 + 23 5k pa)

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Finance for Swaging Equipment

in July we financed some Swaging Equipment @ £ 10k as part of a Mobile Workshop on Hire Purchase over 3 years for a Motor Factors company based in Burton-on-Trent

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Funding for New Start Restaurant

we have recently financed a New Combi Oven @ £ 5.5K  on a Finance Lease for a New start Restaurant based in Sandwich, Kent

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Finance for Engineering Equipment

we have recently financed a Used Lathe and a Used Milling Machine at a cost of £ 14k on Hire Purchase over 3 years  for a Scientific Manufacturing Company based in East Sussex

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Finance for Rail Catering Company

we  have recently funded an EPOS System @ £ 8.5k  and also some Catering Trolleys @ £ 10.5K, both on 2 year Finance Leases for a New Start Rail Catering Company in East Sussex

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Toyota Prius Plug -in to go on sale in July

Toyota have announced that the Plug-in range extender will cost £32,895 when it goes on sale in July. with the Government grant of £5000, this reduces to £27,895 making the Prius £5,000 cheaper than the Vauxhall Ampera Auto Express adds “the Prius Plug-ins claimed 769 mile range outshines the Vauxhalls 360 mile figure as does […]

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New Vauxhall City Car ‘Adam’

Vauxhall have announced that their new city car codenmaed ‘Junior’ and more recently ‘Adam’ is to be unveiled at the Paris Motor Show in September.

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Landrover Freelander 2 sales hit 300,000

Landrover are celebrating the production of its 300,000 th Freelander 2 – the first model was produced in October 2006

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Ford Focus Sales reach 1.5 million

Sales of the Ford Focus have reached 1.5 million this week, the landmark model was delivered to Essex & under 19s England cricketer Jaik Mickleburgh.

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Aston Martin new dealership

Aston Martin have opened a new dealership in Newport Pagnall Bucks., based on a 3.6 acre site with Sales, Workshops & a body repair facility

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BMW X1 facelift

BMW have announced their mid-lifecycle facelift of the BMW X1

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Launch of Audi A1 5dr Sportback

Audi have now launched their 5 door version of the A1 with prices between £ 13,980- £ 21,270 and CO2 of 99 gm/km for the 1.6 Tdi model

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Launch of New Audi A3 Compact Quattro 4WD SUV

Audi have announced the launch of their new A3 4WD at prices between £ 24,560 – £ 31,360

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New Fiat Panda

the new 3rd generation  Fiat Panda is now available – it is longer, taller and wider than its predecessor and since its first launch in 1980 6.4 million cars have been sold worldwide

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New model Hyundai Sant Fe

Hyundai have launched the all new 3rd generation Santa Fe which has sold 2.56 million units worldwide since its first launch in 2000

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Toyota Aygo Automatic on Personal Leasing

Toyota Aygo 1.0 GO 5 dr MMT Automatic in Red or White + Air Con, Sat Nav, Bluetooth etc     £129.99 pcm inc VAT on Personal Contract Purchase (£ 999 deposit)  over 3 years 10k pa Non maintenance – available now

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Supply of New Ford Transit 350 LWB High Roof Vans

last week we sourced the Supply of 3 Transit 350 LWB High Roof Vans  for an Hydraulics company based in East London at an extremely competitive price (better than the customer could negotiate) and arranged the Finance on Hire Purchase also at very attractive low rates of Interest over a 36 month term through ING […]

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Nissan Price increase from 1st April

Nissan have announced a Price increase of £ 100 for most of the model range, with increases of £ 150 for the NV200 Van and £ 200 for the Cabstar the price of the  Pathfinder rises by between £ 495- £ 535

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Worlds first Air-Powered Car

the worlds first Air-Powered Car is being produced by Tata Motors of India to hit the Indian streets by August 2012 it uses compressed air to push its engines pistons and make the car go the Air Car called the `Mini Cat` could cost around $8,177 US and is a simple light Urban car with […]

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Citroen CZero fully Electric Car from £ 14,991

this fully electric car is currently available in Lips Red and was first registered in September 2011 with less than 500 miles it has a range of 93 miles and a maximum speed on 80 mph – please contact if you are interested

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Ford Price Increase 1st April

Ford have announced a Price increase from 1st April – the increases are different for each model range and vary from  £ 100 for a Transit Connect up to £ 315 for a Mondeo

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VW Golf 1.6 Tdi SE Bluemotion 105ps Cabriolet

ONLY £ 199 pcm + VAT Business Contract Hire  (ends 30th March)

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GAP Insurance

most of us think our Comprehensive Motor Insurance covers us for any financial shortfall if your vehicle is written off – THINK AGAIN GAP Insurance will protect you if you write off your vehicle. Your motor insurer may not pay you enough either to settle any finance outstanding on your vehicle or purchase a replacement […]

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Kia Optima Diesel 4 door Saloon

Kia have launched a new 4 door model the Kia Optima from £ 249 + vat on Contract Hire or £ 307 on Personal Contract Hire

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Looking to reduce your Fuel Bill ?

do you want to have a Combined MPG of 88.3 miles to the gallon ? and a CO2 of only 85 gm/km ? check out the Kia Rio 1.1 CRDi `1` Ecodynamics 5 door hatch @ £ 167 + VAT per month – see Latest Offers section

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Want to Sell your old car or Van ?

We have various outlets for the purchase of your old car, leaving you free to enter into a deal for a brand new car or van. Call us now to discuss this option and what we can do for you.

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Audi announce details of new Audi A1 5dr

Audi have today announced details of a new Audi A1 5 door Sportback model, which they say is the first premium 5 door contender in the AO segment offering outstanding levels of quality, innovation and performance in a modern sporty package. there will be 4 engines available at launch, with two transmission choices – 1.2 […]

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Roger Wood – Jump IT Recruitment Solutions

I just wanted to say thanks for all your time and help in sourcing a lease car. You made the whole process effortless and you are one of the few service companies we deal with that actually calls back and replies to emails as promised. I am very happy with the car and would gladly […]

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Jason Mennie – West Kent Construction Services

I write to thank you for the truly excellent service we received from you in helping us procure two new vehicles on hire purchase. We received sound advice that was well explained and presented, and we are now the proud owners of two new Hilux’s – both delivered on time. We wouldn’t hesitate to contact […]

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Russell R Young

Can I take this opportunity to thank you for all your help and for making the leasing process incredibly simple and pain-free. I will definitely recommend you to my friends and colleagues. When my wife makes a decision regarding a new car, I can guarantee it will be with Trafalgar. Russell R Young  

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Jo C Baker

The car is absolutely amazing… I just wanted to thank you for making it all possible and for pulling out all the stops to get it delivered on my birthday. Thank you so much for everything, you’ll never know how much it was appreciated. Jo C Baker

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Cash Purchase at lower price than main dealer

We recently supplied 2 new Vauxhall Vivaro vans on a Cash Sale basis to a security company in Southport, at better terms than they were quoted by their main Vauxhall dealer! We could do the same for you, so call us for a quote for vehicle supply if you want to pay Cash or for Hire […]

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Trafalgar clean up with Road Sweepers contract

We recently financed £50k for Road Sweepers for a Cleaning Equipment company based  in Horsham which were supplied by an Italian company and funded on a Sale and Hire Purchase back basis.  Funds were back in the customers account within 3 days of signing the documents.

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Do vehicles come with a warranty?

Yes. All vehicles come with a full UK manufacturers warranty, normally for 3 years. Some makes, such as Kia come with a 7-year warranty.

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Are there any other hidden costs involved?

No. You will receive a fully detailed quotation showing all the figures. There are no fees for any contract hire or personal contract hire deals. There will normally be a documentation fee or sale agency fee for personal contract purchase deals, but this will also be clearly shown in your quotation.

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Do I have the freedom to choose any vehicle colour?

Any contract hire or personal contract hire quote is tailored to your personal specification, including colour and any extras required.

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How do I take delivery of my Vehicle?

Your new vehicle will be delivered to your home or business address and then collected at the end of the contract at no charge.  

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Will the contract include maintenance?

Any vehicle can be quoted either with (full maintenance), or without maintenance (non-maintenance). Non-maintained contracts include the Road Fund Licence, however, all servicing and maintenance costs including tyres are the responsibility of the customer. Full maintenance contracts include all servicing, routine maintenance and tyres. Accidental damage, such as a broken windscreen or headlamps is a […]

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Who supplies your vehicles?

We arrange the purchase of the vehicle with the contract hire company, either through their suppliers or with one of our own trusted contacts. All vehicle suppliers are UK franchised dealers.

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Do Trafalgar only arrange finance for cars and vans?

No. We can arrange hire purchase or finance lease terms for any asset, office equipment or plant & machinery through a range of finance companies. Please see our Asset Finance page.

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Do Trafalgar only arrange contract hire and personal contract hire?

No. If required, we can also arrange hire purchase or finance lease terms through a range of finance companies such as ING Lease, Santander, Close Motor Finance and Armada Finance.

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Which companies do Trafalgar use for contract hire and personal contract hire?

We are not tied to any particular provider, that way we can secure the best possible deals for our customers. We arrange contract hire & personal contract hire deals through a range of companies including Lex Autolease, ALD Automotive, Arval Fleet, Days Contract Hire and Ogilvie Fleet. We also work with all the automotive manufacturers’ […]

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Why use Trafalgar Leasing and Asset Finance?

With many years experience in the finance and contract hire industry, Trafalgar offer expert advice and a fully rounded service. We compare every available finance option to ensure that our customers get the best possible deals. We don`t just arrange the finance, we are there for the duration of the agreement to handle any issues […]

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