No deposit car finance — £0 down

Drive away without putting anything down. Fixed monthly payments, no hidden fees, and a soft-search quote that won't hurt your credit.

  • £0 deposit needed
  • Fixed monthly payments
  • Buy new or used from any dealer
  • Bad credit accepted
No obligation Takes 2 mins FCA regulated
Nissan Qashqai on car finance from Car Finance UK
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“Amazing service from start to finish. Really consistent communication throughout the whole process.”

— Rachel P.
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“They managed the purchase of my new car. It was a breeze! Talked me through every step.”

— Daniel W.
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“A great experience. Helped me from start to finish and found me a car the same day!”

— Emma H.
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“Found a car very quickly. The finance was easy — the lender was specific to my situation.”

— Michael O.
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“Excellent service from start to finish. Very professional and efficient. Highly recommended.”

— Sarah T.
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“Massive thank you for helping me get my first ever car. Made a stressful process easy.”

— Chris B.
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“I never thought I'd get a car in my own name with my credit score — they made it possible.”

— Nadia K.
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“First class. Very professional — they came back to me right away with clear answers.”

— Tom R.
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“Can't fault them. I've been using them yearly for refinancing. They go above and beyond.”

— Louise G.
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“Just magic! From a few clicks at midnight to a closed deal within 24 hours!”

— James D.
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“Amazing service from start to finish. Really consistent communication throughout the whole process.”

— Rachel P.
Verified · Trustpilot

“They managed the purchase of my new car. It was a breeze! Talked me through every step.”

— Daniel W.
Verified · Trustpilot

“A great experience. Helped me from start to finish and found me a car the same day!”

— Emma H.
Verified · Trustpilot

“Found a car very quickly. The finance was easy — the lender was specific to my situation.”

— Michael O.
Verified · Trustpilot

“Excellent service from start to finish. Very professional and efficient. Highly recommended.”

— Sarah T.
Verified · Trustpilot

“Massive thank you for helping me get my first ever car. Made a stressful process easy.”

— Chris B.
Verified · Trustpilot

“I never thought I'd get a car in my own name with my credit score — they made it possible.”

— Nadia K.
Verified · Trustpilot

“First class. Very professional — they came back to me right away with clear answers.”

— Tom R.
Verified · Trustpilot

“Can't fault them. I've been using them yearly for refinancing. They go above and beyond.”

— Louise G.
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“Just magic! From a few clicks at midnight to a closed deal within 24 hours!”

— James D.
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The basics

No deposit car finance explained

No deposit car finance lets you drive away in a new or used car without paying anything up front. Instead, the full purchase price of the car is spread over fixed monthly payments, usually over 24 to 60 months.

It's the most popular option among UK drivers who want to keep their savings intact for things like insurance, the first tank of fuel, tax, or an emergency fund. It's also the go-to product for drivers who simply don't have several thousand pounds ready to hand over at a dealership.

Both Hire Purchase (HP) and Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) can be arranged with a zero-pound deposit. HP means you own the car outright at the end of the term; PCP typically gives you lower monthly payments but leaves a final optional balloon payment.

Because you're borrowing 100% of the car's value, no-deposit deals usually have slightly higher monthly payments than the same car with a deposit — but the trade-off is that you keep more cash in the bank. Our advisers will show you a like-for-like comparison so you can decide which route suits you.

A soft-search quote from Car Finance UK takes 2 minutes and shows you what you qualify for without touching your credit score. It's free, no-obligation, and there are never any upfront broker fees.

Weigh it up

Pros and cons of No Deposit Car Finance

Pros
  • £0 to pay up front — keep your savings
  • HP and PCP no-deposit deals available
  • New and used cars from any UK dealer
  • Fixed monthly payments for the whole term
  • Bad credit no-deposit deals via specialist lenders
  • Fast same-day approval in many cases
Cons
  • !Slightly higher monthly payments than a deposit deal
  • !You'll pay more total interest across the term
  • !Some prime lenders require a small minimum deposit
  • !Vehicle age/mileage limits apply on some lenders
Estimate your payments

Car finance calculator

Illustrative estimate
£9,500
£1,000£50,000
Estimated monthly payment
£216/mo
at a representative 12.9% APR
Amount to borrow£9,500
Loan term60 months
Total interest£3,440
Total repayable£12,940

These estimates are for illustration only and are subject to credit checks and lender criteria. Your actual rate and monthly payment will depend on your personal circumstances.

Frequently asked questions

No Deposit Car Finance FAQs

Simple 3-step process

How car finance works

STEP 01
1

Apply in 2 minutes

Tell us the car you want, how much you want to borrow, and a monthly payment that fits your budget. We'll match you to the best deal from our panel of lenders.

STEP 02
2

Pick a car from any dealer

Once accepted, choose a new or used car — or part-exchange your current one — from a reputable UK dealer. We run the full checks for you.

STEP 03
3

Drive away the same day

Arrange same-day collection or home delivery. Get behind the wheel and enjoy your new car.

Compare products

HP vs PCP vs Personal Loan

Finance featureHire Purchase (HP)Personal Contract Purchase (PCP)Personal loan
Requires initial depositOptionalOptional×
Car is yours at the endOptional (balloon)
Fixed monthly payments
Optional final (balloon) payment××
Avoid excess mileage charges×
Secured against the car×
Support with vehicle issues×
Available with bad credit

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MotoNovo
First Response
Tandem
Oodle
Paragon
Close Brothers
Marsh
Zopa
AutoMoney
AutoLend
Moneybarn
GoCarCredit
Why customers choose us

A smarter way to finance your next car

15+ lenders, 100+ deals

Access to a wide UK lender panel means we're more likely to find the right deal for you.

Soft search only

Getting a quote won't affect your credit score. A hard search only happens if you go ahead.

Tailored expert advice

UK-based advisers guide you at every step — by phone, WhatsApp or online.

Fast & efficient

Instant decisions in minutes and same-day delivery or collection once approved.