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How will I upgrade my taxi?
I'm looking to upgrade an existing hackney that is over the 10 yr age rule and as i'll have to get finance to get it - i'd like to find out what my best option is please?. I do not want to be tied to a mainstream dealer. I'm unable to work and earn money until i sort a replacement (I'm not working atm as my current SPSV licence has expired)
Our answer:
Hi Mary,
It sounds to me that you'll need to finance a car via traditional means, using a bank or credit union loan. That way you own the car from the start and you're not beholden to any dealer. Obviously it will depend on your credit rating.
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