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Specialist Motor Finance (SMF) Van Finance

Specialist Motor Finance van finance: what the lender is known for, typical criteria and when it suits. Independent broker. Whole of market. No obligation.

Specialist Motor Finance (SMF) is a UK sub-prime vehicle lender focused on buyers with adverse credit, poor credit history, or thin credit files. It assesses applications individually rather than relying purely on credit score algorithms, making it accessible to buyers who have been declined by mainstream lenders.

What is this lender known for in van finance?

SMF is known for genuine sub-prime credit appetite - it regularly approves cases that mainstream lenders decline, using manual underwriting to assess the whole picture.

Typical criteria

  • Adverse credit, CCJs, defaults
  • Thin credit file
  • New and used commercial vehicles
  • Rates reflect risk profile

When would DBF recommend this lender?

Why use an independent broker?

SMF is a specialist lender that works through selected brokers. We use SMF specifically for sub-prime cases where mainstream lenders have declined. We'll present your application with full context and give you a realistic expectation of the outcome before we submit.

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

What credit issues can SMF handle?

SMF regularly handles CCJs (satisfied and unsatisfied), defaults, missed payments, IVAs (discharged), and thin credit files. Each case is assessed individually by an underwriter.

How high will the rate be with SMF if I have a CCJ?

Rates for CCJ cases with SMF typically range from 14.9% to 24.9% APR depending on the severity of the adverse credit, the age of the CCJ, and whether it is satisfied. We'll give you an honest expectation before submitting.

Doulton Money Limited t/a Doulton Bridging Finance. FCA No. 814533. Company No. 14303203. 20 Wenlock Road, London N1 7GU. Commercial vehicle finance is not regulated by the FCA. Finance subject to status and credit assessment.

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What happens next

  1. Fill in the form. It takes about 2 minutes.
  2. We'll email you back with any additional questions, then match you with the right specialist for your situation.
  3. A specialist independent broker will contact you to discuss your situation and present options.