Holyhead Car Finance
Used Car Finance in Holyhead, Gwynedd
GB Car Finance specialises in used car finance in and around Holyhead. 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 Holyhead
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 Gwynedd
As well as Holyhead, GB Car Finance is pleased to assist people searching for car finance in Amlwch, Barmouth, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Caernarfon, Dolgellau, Harlech, Llandudno, Llanfairfechan, Llangefni, Llanrwst, Menai Bridge, Penmaenmawr, Porthmadog, Pwllheli and Tywyn in Gwynedd.
More information about Holyhead
Holyhead: The Welsh Whirlpool of Industry and Motorsport
Holyhead is a small town on the Isle of Anglesey in the United Kingdom, located off the northwest coast of Wales. With a population of just 13,000 people, it's not particularly well-known- which is both a blessing and a curse. But despite its small size and remote location, Holyhead is a surprisingly vibrant hub of industry and motorsport.
In the heart of Holyhead lies a car factory, the only car factory in Wales and one of the few in the UK. It produces cars for the Japanese corporation Daihatsu, which gives a taste of the international influence that economic connections can have even in remote places. The factory was opened in 1987 and since then it has employed over 1,100 people- that's a significant proportion of the population of Holyhead.
These days, the car factory is just one of the industrial enterprises in Holyhead. The town is also home to a number of telecommunications companies, which rely on the modern infrastructure in the town for their work. Commuters and visitors to the town can appreciate the prime internet connection which is a result of the improvements made to the digital economy over the years.
But it's not just industries like telecommunications and car manufacturing which make up the town's economy. Financial services firms such as banking, accountancy and insurance businesses also form an important part of the trading scene in Holyhead, thanks to the presence of two major financial institutions in the town. Companies like Allied Irish Bank, Santander, and Barclays all have offices in Holyhead, while the town is also home to the UK's largest debt collection company, Marston Group, who are based just outside the town.
The financial industry in Holyhead has been a long-standing presence and it serves to provide a much needed financial security for many of the town's residents. It also acts to stabilize the local economy. This is, in part, because the finance industry is less affected by the economic downturns that other industries may suffer from and therefore provides a more dependable source of income for the town.
However, one of the more surprising components of the local economy in Holyhead is motorsport. After a brief period of time in the late twentieth century, when there was a local racing track, today it's still motorsport which can be found in the town. This is thanks to the Holyhead Motor Racing Club. Established in 1997, the club focuses on local competitions and activities, utilising the surrounding environment to create unique and exciting races and events.
For instance, the club hosts an annual Welsh Hill Climb Championship, a single lap timed sprint over a course which starts in the town and finishes in hills surrounding it. This event is one of many that demonstrate the club's commitment to the town and it is estimated that the event brings in over £1 million to local businesses in the form of spectators and competitors. The club also has charitable aims, donating a portion of their profits to local causes.
In addition to this, the club also hosts a Rallycross event which sees many of the world's premier motorsport drivers descend on the town in August each year. This event is certainly one of the most popular interests amongst the locals and one of the most lucrative for the town.
In conclusion, it's clear to see that despite its small size and remote location, Holyhead is far from a sleepy Welsh town. Instead, it is a rapidly changing and vibrant hub of industry, finance and motorsport. Through the years it has gained recognition as a prime location for economic activities, as well as being home to some of the most exciting and unique motorsport events in the United Kingdom. This is a testament to the hardworking people of Holyhead and it's clear to see why this town has something of a magnetic charm.