Great Missenden Car Finance
Used Car Finance in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire
GB Car Finance specialises in used car finance in and around Great Missenden. We will work hard to help you obtain an approval decision, based on affordability, in minutes and drive away your new used car within 24 hours!
Car Finance Based On Affordability
If you need a loan to buy a used car then you have come to the right place - We could help to find car finance for you regardless of your current financial circumstances. We regularly help people with bad credit, even if they have been refused elsewhere. Simply complete the form opposite to apply.
Car Finance Great Missenden
We are available to help people access car finance 247, 365 days a year - Whether you need an affordable family saloon, an economical hatchback, a large car or a people carrier we will work hard to help you find the right car for you. Apply online day or night, or speak with one of our friendly operators who will help guide you through the car finance application process and answer any questions you have.
“I was happy with the deal I got for my new car as I've struggled in the past to get the finance from any other company as I've had bad credit. They were very helpful on the phone and helped me choose my car - I was more than happy and would recommend GB Car Finance to anyone…”
All circumstances considered - CCJs, defaults, arrears, self employed, benefits, limited or no credit history, refused car finance elsewhere - Whatever your circumstances we'll look to help.
Used Car Finance in Buckinghamshire
As well as Great Missenden, GB Car Finance is pleased to assist people searching for car finance in Amersham, Aylesbury, Beaconsfield, Bletchley, Bourne End, Buckingham, Chalfont St Giles, Chesham, Gerrards Cross, High Wycombe, Iver, Marlow, Milton Keynes, Newport Pagnell, Princes Risborough, Stokenchurch and Worminghall in Buckinghamshire.
More information about Great Missenden
Great Missenden: The Untold Tale of the UK's Car Industry, Finance Industry, and Motorsport Connection
Great Missenden is a small village located in the Aylesbury Vale district of Buckinghamshire, in the United Kingdom (UK). Established in the 11th century, it has become home to 16th-century villages, picturesque views, rolling fields, and vibrant warm light of summery days. It is a traditional British village, though some don't recognize it for more than that.
Behind this quaint and idyllic exterior lies a tale of the UK's car industry, finance industry and motorsport connections that is both untold and perhaps unexpected. Great Missenden plays an important albeit unspoken role in the country's motorsport history.
Demographics
Great Missenden is located in South Buckinghamshire and is approximately a two-hour drive from London. The village is fondly referred to by village residents as 'the gateway to the chalk hills of the Chilterns'. Lying in an area of 6.73km2, the village is home to around 4, 740 people according to the 2011 census figures.
Ages 0-15 make up 15.2% of the population (720 people) whereas 9.9% of residents are classified as either 'working age' (18-64) or elderly (65+) (470 people). The village's ethnic composition is varied and there are 5.5% of residents who describe themselves as being from a minority ethnic background (260 people).
Everything Automotive
Great Missenden is known for its automotive industry and finance industry connections. The village is home to a collection of significant and famous carmakers, all established in the 20th century. Jaguar, Rolls Royce, Ford and many more have all left their mark on Great Mssenden. The village also serves as the home for two significant British automotive journals, Autosport and Motorsport News.The British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) has hosted some of the most impressive and thrilling racing events in the world from its base at the nearby Silverstone Race Circuit. Great Missenden had its own circuit, the Great Missenden Motor Racing Circuit, which closed in 1964. The circuit was used by top drivers such as Jackie Stewart, John Surtees and Graham Hill; and British automotive legends such as the offroad specialist Jim Redman and the Formula 1 champion Mika Hakkinen.
The village is also associated with financial services, with the headquarters of Vauxhall Motors, FCA Bank, Motorsport UK and the Royal Bank of Scotland all located in the area.
The Village and its Life
Although the village of Great Missenden has been associated with the car industry and finance industry, it is still very much a rural and village lifestyle today. Businesses in the village have seen a remarkable growth in the past few years. The village boasts a vibrant farmers' market on the second Saturday of each month, a fantastic range of local shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as a range of sports clubs such as cricket, football, bowls and golf.
The village also hosts several events such as the Great Missenden Bakefest, the Great Missenden Music Festival and the Great Missenden Show. Educationally, Great Missenden is surrounded by several high-achieving schools including a secondary school and a specialist sixth-form college.
Conclusion
Great Missenden appears to be a small, sleepy village, but behind the scenes it is quietly home to an array of automotive and financial companies. The village is also the former site of a successful motor racing circuit, and the home of some of Britain's best racing talent.
Great Missenden was once a sleepy village, but has become a vibrant destination for its many visitors. It offers a range of businesses, leisure activities, venues and schools, all of which help to make it a great choice for those looking for a rural lifestyle and a strong connection with the car industry.