Syston Car Finance

Used Car Finance in Syston, Leicestershire

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

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Used Car Finance Syston

Car Finance Syston

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 Leicestershire

As well as Syston, GB Car Finance is pleased to assist people searching for car finance in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Coalville, Hinckley, Leicester, Loughborough, Lutterworth, Market Harborough, Melton Mowbray, Oakham, Shepshed, Skeffington, Whetstone and Wigston in Leicestershire.


More information about Syston

Introduction

The small market town of Syston can be found in Leicestershire in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom. Located on the River Soar, it is located around 33 miles (53 km) north-west of London. Syston has a population of just over 10,000, and is known for being a key player in the car, finance and motorsport industries. This article will explore the rich history of the town, looking at how its unique connections to these three industries have helped to shape the economy and culture of the region.

History

Syston has been a settlement since at least the 11th century, with its name being derived from the old English for 'settlement on the River Soar'. It is believed to have grown significantly in size and importance at the end of the 15th century, becoming an important market town. Up until the 19th century Syston was an agricultural community, but during this time industry started to spring up stretching from Leicester and Nottingham to the north, and Leicester and Melton Mowbray to the south. This saw a number of factories open in Syston, including those owned by George Booth & Sons, who were makers of carriages and waggons.

Car industry

The car industry in Syston began to take off in the early 1920s with the arrival of George Cannell & Sons, a company specialising in the manufacture of buses, lorries and other commercial vehicles. Over the next few decades, several other companies began to open their doors in the town. Among these was the Thompson Motor Group, which was one of the largest car dealerships in the United Kingdom. The company was founded in 1933, and in its heyday it had dealerships in Leicester, Nottingham, Derby and Nottinghamshire. In 1954, the company moved its headquarters to Syston, where it remains to this day.

Finance industry

The finance industry has long had a firm foothold in Syston. The earliest records of a banking establishment in the town date back to 1744, and over the next 200 years this grew to include a number of prominent banks and building societies. The most notable of these is Barclays, which acquired a branch in Syston in 1919. The branch is one of the oldest in the country, and is still operational today.

Motorsport

Motorsport enthusiasts often flock to Syston, which is the site of one of the most prominent motor sports circuit in the country. The Mallory Park circuit was originally built in 1959, and was originally known as Market Harborough. Later renamed, it covers 250 acres and is used for a variety of racing events, including touring cars, sports car, motorcycle and vintage events. This iconic circuit has seen some of the biggest names in racing pass through, and is a great example of the kind of motor sports infrastructure that Syston has to offer.

Demographics

Syston has a population of around 10,384 as of 2021, and is a part of the Harborough district, which has a population of around 100,000. The population of Syston is predominantly white (91.9%), with a smaller percentage of the population being of Asian origin (5.2%) and those of 'Mixed or Multiple Ethnic Groups' (2.5%). The most common first language is English (97.5%), with the second most common being Punjabi (0.7%).

Conclusion

Syston is a small market town in the East Midlands with a long and interesting history. Its key industry connections to the car, finance and motorsport industries has helped to shape the town into a vibrant and prosperous settlement. The demographics of the population mainly composed of white British natives, with small percentages of Asian origin and those of 'Mixed or Multiple Ethnic Groups'. Syston is a town with a diverse heritage and economy, and is a great place to visit for motor enthusiasts and those looking for a relaxed but interesting lifestyle in the region.