Kilwinning Car Finance
Used Car Finance in Kilwinning, Ayrshire
GB Car Finance specialises in used car finance in and around Kilwinning. 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 Kilwinning
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 Ayrshire
As well as Kilwinning, GB Car Finance is pleased to assist people searching for car finance in Ayr, Beith, Cumnock, Dalry, Darvel, Galston, Girvan, Irvine, Kilmarnock, Largs, Maybole, Prestwick, Saltcoats, Troon and West Kilbride in Ayrshire.
More information about Kilwinning
Kilwinning: An Overview
Kilwinning, North Ayrshire, Scotland, is a township of around 12,500 people located in healthy commuting distance of both Glasgow and Irvine. It lies to the north of the town of Irvine and to the south of the town of Stevenston.
The name "Kilwinning" dates all the way back to the 12th century and is taken from the old Celtic words "Cill" (a church) and "Finnen" (a man of the name Finian), reflecting the presence of an old church in the area.
Originally, Kilwinning was known as a farming and coalmining area, but from the early 19th century, it became known an important centre of industry. Today, Kilwinning is associated with a variety of industries, particularly the car industry, finance industry and motorsport, as well as other smaller industries such as engineering.
Car Industry
Kilwinning has had a long history of association with the car industry, starting in the 1800s when several carriages were manufactured in the area. The Cairnhill Works of the Waverley Carriage Company was built in the early twentieth century and employed over 300 people, making coaches and wagons for the London and North Eastern Railway.
The car industry in Kilwinning was further bolstered during the Second World War, particularly in relation to the production of military vehicles. Many of the factories that had previously been producing carriages were retooled to allow for the wider production of war machines.
The car industry in Kilwinning also profited when the carmaker, Pressed Steel Fisher, established a factory in 1942. Over the next 50 years, this factory grew to become the largest industrial park in Europe, producing parts for Jaguar, Rover, Austin, Ford and Land Rover, and employing in excess of 8,000 people. The factory stayed in operation until the late 1990s and closed completely in 2001.
Finance Industry
Kilwinning's strong links to the car industry have also been paralleled by its connections to the finance industry, with both industries showing a significant amount of growth in the past century.
The presence of the General Motors Acceptance Corporation (GMAC) in the town helps to maintain a strong base of financial services in Kilwinning. GMAC is an international finance company that provides automotive finance to customers across the world. It was first established in the town in 1997 and has since grown to become one of the largest employers in Kilwinning, with over 500 people employed in the town.
Motorsport
Kilwinning also has strong connections to Motorsport. One of the main Motorsport events held in the town is the Kilwinning Rally every year. This event was first established in 1983 and has since gone on to become of the most important rally events in the UK, attracting thousands of spectators and professional drivers from all over the world.
The Kilwinning Rally has become even more popular in recent years, with the help of BBC Radio Scotland, who have broadcast live coverage of the event in recent years. This has seen the profile of the event increase significantly and has put Kilwinning firmly on the map when it comes to Motorsport.
Demographics
Kilwinning has an estimated population of around 12,500 people, with just over 11,000 of these residing in the town centre. Over 95% of these are of white British ethnicity, and the majority live in households of around 1-2 people.
Education-wise, Kilwinning has three primary schools, two secondary schools and a further education college, which offer a wide range of courses and qualifications that are tailored to the town's industry.
Conclusion
Kilwinning is an important centre of industry, with associations to the car industry, finance industry and motorsport. As well as being home to some of the largest employers in the UK, the town offers excellent educational facilities and a vibrant demographic of people. This, in combination with its breathtaking views, makes Kilwinning a great place to visit and live.