Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Used Car Dealer in Castle Donington
Established in 2002, Available Car is a family-run business dedicated to providing a seamless car-buying experience. With two locations in Castle Donington and Sutton-In-Ashfield, we combine over two decades of industry expertise with a customer-centric approach. Our team prioritises transparency, offering competitive pricing and a wide selection of used vehicles to suit diverse budgets and family needs. We specialise in hassle-free transactions, including part-exchange valuations, 9.9% APR finance options, and online reservations. Recognised as Independent Used Car Retailer of the Year 2025 for the second consecutive year, we maintain rigorous quality standards through daily price checks and comprehensive vehicle inspections.Our commitment to innovation extends to electric vehicle adoption support and digital tools for convenient browsing. Backed by Financial Conduct Authority authorisation, we ensure compliance with financial regulations while delivering trustworthy service. Customer testimonials highlight our friendly staff, extensive inventory, and flexible purchasing options, including home delivery. As an employer, we foster professional development and community engagement through initiatives like charity days. Our E-E-A-T principles are demonstrated through our established reputation, industry accolades, and transparent business practices.
Services
Used car sales
Part-exchange valuation
Car finance
Online reservation
Vehicle inspection
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We've been family-run since 2002 with two convenient UK locations
- Our Price Promise guarantees competitive market rates on all vehicles
- We offer 9.9% APR representative finance options on used cars
- Part-exchange valuations completed in under one minute
- Award-winning service - Independent Used Car Retailer of the Year 2025
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
What people say
Friendly staff
Hassle-free experience
Competitive prices
Excellent family vehicles
Transparent process
Services
Used car sales
We offer extensive selection of used cars with transparent pricing and no hidden fees. Our inventory includes family vehicles, city cars, and performance models. All vehicles undergo rigorous inspections to ensure quality standards.
Part-exchange valuation
Instant valuations completed in under one minute with our Price Promise guarantee. Our experts provide fair market assessments for all vehicle types. Process available both online and in-store.
Car finance
Competitive finance options from 9.9% APR representative. We arrange tailored financing solutions through our select panel of lenders. Full disclosure provided for all financial agreements.
Online reservation
Reserve vehicles online with 99 deposit. Secure your chosen car while completing financing arrangements. Reservation system available 24/7 with flexible collection options.
Vehicle inspection
Comprehensive vehicle inspections conducted by qualified technicians. We check mechanical condition, bodywork, and service history. Inspection reports available upon request for customer transparency.
Questions
What finance options are available at AvailableCar?
We offer competitive car finance from 9.9% APR representative. Our sales team can provide personalised quotes and explain all terms clearly.
Can I part-exchange my current vehicle?
Yes, we provide part-exchange services with instant valuations completed in under one minute. Our Price Promise guarantees best prices for used cars.
How can I purchase a car online?
Reserve your chosen vehicle online for £99, complete paperwork digitally, and choose between home delivery or collection from our showrooms.
What awards has AvailableCar won?
We've been crowned Independent Used Car Retailer of the Year 2025 for the second consecutive year at the British Independent Garage Awards.
Are electric vehicles available?
Yes, we have full electric models available with our 9.9% APR finance options. We provide specialist guidance to help switch to electric hassle-free.
How do I get a valuation for my car?
Use our online valuation tool for instant estimates, or visit our showrooms for professional appraisals completed in under one minute.
Reviews (7)
Sarah Dickens
Jan 15, 2022
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Big area, lots of cars in not all accessable or clean, but prices send a bit inconsistent and on the high side and also cars not in the areas as labled so a bit confusing. Also we had a theft from our car whilst on the site, they are not able to access their CCTV just the police so theft is ongoing
Andy Wigley
Dec 21, 2021
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Another great experience at Available car today, took my nephew to buy his first car after passing his test last week. Terry made him feel really comfortable after seeing he was clearly nervous at the prospect of choosing and test driving his choices. Great customer service as always he talked us through every step and made sure we purchased a car to suit his needs without being pushy.
Cant wait to go back next week to collect the car. Great job from everyone involved
Cant wait to go back next week to collect the car. Great job from everyone involved
Mohammed Garti
Nov 25, 2021
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Absolutely rip-off and dishonest. When you buy from them they give you a big smile and warm welcome, but when you return the vehicle and want to exercise you right under their 14 day money back guarantee they give you a big headache. They find any excuses not to accept the return of the vehicle and make you pay for any invisible dents or scratches that already existed when I bought the vehicle as a punishment. I had to pay 150 for a dent that was there when I purchased the vehicle
I had to wait over 4 weeks to get my full money back, they ignored my emails and phone calls and only issued a
I had to wait over 4 weeks to get my full money back, they ignored my emails and phone calls and only issued a
Matthew Stagg
Nov 23, 2021
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Not bad an experience overall, but they were adamant that 6,400 was the most they could give me in part-ex for my Astra, they refused to budge on the price, and now (after some minor work being done to it but not that much) it's for sale on their website at 9,499. They have not even got the advert correct, they've put cloth interior when it's leather, which makes me wonder how accurate their valuation was - was the valuation of 6,400 for the equivalent car with cloth interior? ...Probably.
Dean Thomas
Nov 18, 2021
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Well pleased with this place , had a few cars from here even the wife and even took my Dad to get his from here a few months back . You can enjoy a free hot refreshments from the vending machine, whilst casually walking around looking in at least 95% of the cars , theres no pressure to buy and if you like one you can take it or them for a test drive , with still no pressure to buy . If you need help You go to them they dont jump on you its window shopping the way us brits like to do it , if you get my drift ? Fully enjoy going there relaxed friendly atmosphere.
James Frearson
Nov 16, 2021
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Had an okay experience with AvailableCar. After numerous issues (one of which is still unresolved), we've finally come to a point where I am happy with the car. I've purchased a Nissan Qashqai 2015 from AvailableCar and ended up having going back and forward with it due to a sensor fault. AvailableCar failed to diagnose the issue properly which resulted in my grandad taking it to Bristol Street Motors Nissan Derby for a health check, where they found that the system was missing an update - an update which fixed the sensor fault that took AvailableCar weeks to attempt to fix. AvailableCar did reimburse
Asim Ali
Nov 07, 2021
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Possibly the worst experience I have ever had dealing with a car dealership.
Contacted regarding a car that was for sale within my desired budget, price and car details confirmed over the phone where I then proceeded to place a deposit on the car. From then on it was all down hill, contacted on the Friday, where I was told the car had just come into stock so it would be the next Friday that it would be ready to collect. No communication or correspondence after that, where then the Price of the car was INCREASED BY 2,400 without my knowledge. So eventually 2 days before I was travelling down
Contacted regarding a car that was for sale within my desired budget, price and car details confirmed over the phone where I then proceeded to place a deposit on the car. From then on it was all down hill, contacted on the Friday, where I was told the car had just come into stock so it would be the next Friday that it would be ready to collect. No communication or correspondence after that, where then the Price of the car was INCREASED BY 2,400 without my knowledge. So eventually 2 days before I was travelling down
