Kendal Car Finance

Used Car Finance in Kendal, Cumbria

GB Car Finance specialises in used car finance in and around Kendal. 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.

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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.

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Used Car Finance in Cumbria

As well as Kendal, GB Car Finance is pleased to assist people searching for car finance in Alston, Ambleside, Barrow-in-Furness, Brampton, Broughton-in-Furness, Carlisle, Cockermouth, Dalton-in-Furness, Grange Over Sands, Keswick, Kirkby Stephen, Millom, Milnthorpe, Penrith, Seascale, Sedbergh, Ulverston, Whitehaven, Wigton, Windermere and Workington in Cumbria.

More information about Kendal

Kendal is a market town, situated within the English county of Cumbria, located by the River Kent near the border of Lancashire and just a short drive away from the Lake District National Park. It is an area steeped in history and culture, with the oldest reference to the town dating back to 1189, in the late first century of the Roman Empire.

Today, Kendal lies at the heart of the Cumbrian economy and is perhaps best known for its iconic Mint Cake, an invigorating confectionery that has become a hallmark of the area. But the modern-day Kendal has other strings to its bow, and is connected to various industries, including the car industry, finance industry, and motorsport.

Kendal's Car Industry Connections

Kendal has a long-standing history in the motor industry, having had a leading role in the manufacture and design of Ford cars for more than a century. The town also played a role in the development of the Mini and the original Ford Transit van.

Beginning in 1906, the car manufacturer Moss Brothers opened the Kendal Ford factory, producing Model-T cars for domestic and export markets. The factory churned out a variety of car models for 40 years, before closing in 1940. After the war, Ford opened its own factory just outside the town to produce the iconic Ford Transit van. The factory also worked on the design of the original Mini, which was released in 1959 with a view to being Britain's new-fashioned car.

Today, the Ford Transit plant remains operational in Kendal, with a staff of more than 1000, producing over 2000 vans a week.

Kendal's Finance Industry Connections

As well as having a strong history in the car industry, Kendal is also home to some of the country's largest finance firms. The town is home to a number of financial services companies, including Northern Trust, UBS, and PwC.

Northern Trust is one of the largest asset management firms in the world and is based in the town, with offices on the outskirts of Kendal. The firm provides a wide range of services from financial planning and estate planning to retirement planning, and its staff also assist businesses in making good financial decisions.

UBS is a global financial services company and is also based in Kendal. It provides a wide range of services including asset management, corporate finance, wealth management, and investment banking. The firm also operates a number of international offices in Europe and the United States.

PwC is a global network of professional service firms, and both its Kendal and Carlisle offices are focused on providing audit and assurance services. The firm is well-known for its technical excellence and expertise, and its team can assist with a variety of matters from financial reporting to operational risk management.

Kendal's Motorsport Connections

Kendal also has a rich association with motorsport and has been the home to several leading names in the industry. The town has connections to motor racing team Pinkham Racing, as well as world-famous driver Trevor Taylor.

Pinkham Racing was established in 1982 by John Pinkham and has gone on to become one of the most successful teams on the British Touring Car Championship. The team was based in Kendal until the mid-1990s, and the town remains a key base for the company's operations today.

Meanwhile, Trevor Taylor is a celebrated driver, having won the British Touring Car Championship in 1966 and the European Touring Car Championship in 1968. He is also well-known for his battles with Jim Clark and Jackie Stewart in the early years of international motorsport. Taylor was born and raised in Kendal and still lives in the area today.

Kendal Demographics

Kendal is the largest town in South Lakeland and has a population of 28,586 (according to the 2011 census). The population of the entire ward is 33,227, making it the sixth largest population centre in the constituency.

The town has a diverse range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds, with the largest non-white ethnic group being British Indian. Meanwhile, the largest religion is Christianity, with more than 80% of the population defining themselves as Christian.

Kendal also has a young population, with more than 35% of the population under the age of 25. The majority of residents are homeowners, while the employment rate stands at 78.2%.

Conclusion

Kendal is a town with a rich and varied history, and its long-standing links to the car industry, finance industry, and motorsport have ensured that it is an important economic hub in the region. The town is home to a diverse population, with a large proportion of young people and a vibrant cultural mix, while its iconic Mint Cake is a testament to its heritage.

Kendal's history in the motor industry stretches back more than a century, with the town having played a role in the development of the original Ford Transit van and Mini. It is also home to some of the largest financial services companies in the nation, while its association with motorsport can be traced to some of the sport's biggest names.