Car Finance Made Simple

Buying your next car should be simple and affordable. At Eden Motor Group, we offer flexible car finance options that allow you to spread the cost of your vehicle into manageable monthly payments.

Whether you're looking for used car finance, low monthly payments, or a plan that helps you eventually own the vehicle, our team can help you find the right option for you.

Our sales experts will be able to provide you with all the details relating to the purchase options and provide you with competitive quotations. Speak to a member of the team today for further details and to discuss the perfect purchasing scheme for you.

We work with a panel of trusted lenders to offer competitive finance packages on a wide range of vehicles.

The choice is yours on how you'd like to finance your new car, but it doesn't mean you are on your own! Our team of expert salespeople across Vauxhall, Hyundai, Mazda, Peugeot, and MG can assist with any questions you have. So call us today or find your nearest dealership.

Types of Car Finance Available - PCP vs HP – What’s the Difference?

HP vs PCP table comparison

Personal Contract Purchase (PCP)

Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) is one of the most popular car finance options in the UK. It allows you to drive a car for a fixed period with lower monthly payments compared with many traditional finance agreements.

How PCP Works

The process is simple:

  • Choose your vehicle and pay an initial deposit
  • Make fixed monthly payments over an agreed term
  • Decide what to do when the agreement ends

At the end of the agreement, you have three options: keep the car, change it, or return it.

Why Choose PCP?

  • Lower monthly payments
  • Flexible options at the end of the agreement
  • Fixed payments for easier budgeting

PCP is ideal for drivers who enjoy changing their car regularly or keeping monthly payments lower.

Can I get car finance with bad credit?

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It may still be possible to get car finance even if your credit history isn’t perfect. Eden Motor Group works with a range of lenders who consider different financial circumstances. Our finance specialists can discuss your options and help find a solution that may work for you.

How long does car finance approval take?

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Finance decisions can often be made quickly once your application has been submitted. In many cases, approval can happen the same day, although this may depend on the lender and your individual circumstances. Our team will keep you updated throughout the process.

What happens at the end of a PCP agreement?

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At the end of a PCP agreement you typically have three options. You can pay the optional final payment to own the car, part exchange the vehicle for a new one, or return it to the finance provider (subject to mileage and condition terms). Our team will explain these options so you can decide what works best for you.

Can I settle my PCP agreement early?

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You can normally settle your agreement early by asking the finance company to provide you with a settlement figure. However, the finance company will require you to pay off the difference between what your car is worth, and what you still owe and there may be a difference which is known as negative equity. On the other hand, you may find that at the end of your term your car is worth more than the Guaranteed Future Value, which means you will have some positive equity to contribute towards your next car.

Hire Purchase (HP)

Hire Purchase is a simple and straightforward finance option. It allows you to spread the cost of your vehicle across fixed monthly payments.

Unlike PCP, there is no large final payment, and once all payments have been completed, the vehicle becomes yours.

How Hire Purchase Works

  1. Choose your vehicle
  2. Pay an initial deposit
  3. Spread the remaining balance across fixed monthly payments
  4. Once all payments are complete, you own the vehicle

Advantages of Hire Purchase

  • Simple finance structure
  • No final balloon payment
  • Full ownership at the end
  • Fixed payments throughout the agreement

Hire Purchase is ideal for drivers who plan to keep their vehicle long term.​

How does HP differ from PCP?

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​Unlike PCP, Hire Purchase does not include a large final balloon payment. With HP, you pay a set deposit and regular monthly payments until the car is fully yours. HP is ideal for drivers who want full ownership at the end of the agreement rather than flexibility to change cars regularly.

What should you consider when opting for HP?

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  • Monthly payments may be higher than some other finance options, such as PCP, as you're paying off the full value of the car.
  • You won’t be able to sell the car without settling the finance.
  • You won’t own the car until you have made all of your repayments.
  • You’ll need to keep the car properly insured, maintained and in your possession until the full value is paid off.

Can I settle my HP agreement early?

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The short answer is yes, you can end your finance early. There are different provisions within each finance agreement that allows you to do just that. If you have got through two-thirds of the way through your finance agreement, the options to end the finance agreement early open up.

For a Hire Purchase agreement, there is an option of paying it off early through a settlement fee. A settlement fee covers the cost of any remaining unpaid instalments and interest payments remaining on the agreement. Once the settlement fee is paid, you take full ownership of the car early.

Under a Personal Contract Purchase agreement, you can also pay a settlement fee for bringing the agreement to an end early. After that, you can choose to hand the car back or you have a second option. Through a PCP agreement, you can take full ownership of the car by paying off the remaining Guaranteed Minimum Future Value also known as a balloon payment.

Can I get Hire Purchase with a low deposit?

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Yes, many lenders allow lower deposits on HP agreements, although monthly payments may be higher. Our finance team can help you calculate the best deposit and monthly payment combination to suit your budget.

Can I pay off my HP agreement early?

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Most HP agreements allow early settlement, meaning you can pay off the remaining balance before the end of the term. Some lenders may apply a small fee, so it’s important to check the terms. Our specialists can give you an exact figure if you wish to settle early.