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13,515
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Looking at 2,127 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently highlight the excellent service, finding the process quick, easy, and straightforward. Many praise the professional, helpful, and friendly staff, noting the brilliant and exceptional customer service with great communication and support. People appreciate the smooth and stress-free user experience, with clear explanations and fast approvals. However, some people mentioned significant dissatisfaction with communication and support, particularly regarding issues with payments or rejected vehicles. Reviewers reported ignored emails and calls, finding staff unhelpful, rude, or incompetent when trying to resolve problems. Some customers were left paying for vehicles they could not use or had rejected, leading to considerable stress and financial loss.

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Staff

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User experience

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer service is brilliant, didn’t have to wait on hold for more than 10 seconds each time I spoke to someone new. Spoke to a kind lady named Danielle, she handled my situation brilliantly and ma... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was so impressed by the company, particularly for how swift they were in processing the financing of my car. Iam now driving and very happy. They are also quite flexible on considering indivi... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I applied online for finance, very quick reply from young gentleman went through straight away no problems at all, very helpful in finding the car we was looking for. Very quick and efficient Thank... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Startline are a fantastic motor finance company. I telephoned to ask how I can register to keep track of my account/payments and the customer support team couldn’t have been more helpful. Very lovely... See more

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Company details

  1. Car Finance and Loan Company
  2. Financial Institution
  3. Leasing Service
  4. Non-Bank Financial Service

About Startline Motor Finance

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Startline is a leading provider of specialist finance solutions to the UK motor finance market, working with prominent franchised and independent dealers and specialist intermediaries.

We challenge the traditional approach taken in this sector by providing a uniquely flexible and agile offering that aims to meet the rapidly changing needs of used car buyers and retailers during the 2020s.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to apply went through it with ease…

Easy to apply went through it with ease thank you

13 July 2026
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Reply from Startline Motor Finance

You’re welcome Alan and we’re glad you’re pleased with the service. Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review and for choosing Startline. John H @ Startline

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very informative

Very informative. Totally relaxed environment.

7 July 2026
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Reply from Startline Motor Finance

Thanks for your review Mr Gamble, we’re pleased we could help. Thank you for choosing Startline. John H @ Startline

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very bad experience I got car with…

Very bad experience I got car with issues lost lots of money and stress aswell

7 July 2026
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Reply from Startline Motor Finance

Mrs Fatima, we are sorry to read that you have experienced issues with your new vehicle and our Complaints Resolution team will investigate this for you. If you would like to discuss this in more detail, we are available on 0141 220 2958. John H @ Startline

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Fast and quick service

Great service friendly staff still haven't reserved payment info though

7 July 2026
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Reply from Startline Motor Finance

Thanks for your review Paul, we’re pleased we could help. I can confirm your payments with us are currently due on the 3rd of the month. If you would like to change this date, we are available on 0141 483 2260. Thank you for choosing Startline. John H @ Startline

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service all the way

Great service. Great help in time of need. Will definitely recommend this service.

14 July 2026
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Reply from Startline Motor Finance

Thanks for your review and recommendation Georgia. We really appreciate it. Thank you for choosing Startline. John H @ Startline

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service

Great customer service

14 July 2026
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Reply from Startline Motor Finance

Thanks for your review Karen, we’re pleased we could help. Thank you for choosing Startline. John H @ Startline

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I applied online for finance

I applied online for finance, very quick reply from young gentleman went through straight away no problems at all, very helpful in finding the car we was looking for. Very quick and efficient
Thank you

13 July 2026
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Reply from Startline Motor Finance

You’re welcome Arlene and we’re glad you’re pleased with the service. Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review and for choosing Startline. John H @ Startline

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Thank you

Thank you. Good support from the company.

13 July 2026
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Reply from Startline Motor Finance

Thank you for your review Yoana. We’re pleased we could assist you in purchasing your new car. Thanks for choosing Startline. John H @ Startline

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to arrange

Easy to arrange, excellent service except I have not received finance agreement as promised

6 July 2026
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Reply from Startline Motor Finance

That’s great to hear Christopher. We’re pleased we could make it an easy process. Thank you for your review and for choosing Startline. John H @ Startline

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Service as always

Great Service as always, very polite customer services, good knowledge and advice, would recommend their services everytime!!

13 July 2026
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Reply from Startline Motor Finance

Thanks for your review and recommendation. We really appreciate it. Thank you for choosing Startline. John H @ Startline

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service !

Excellent service !

6 July 2026
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Reply from Startline Motor Finance

Thank you for the 5* review Gurpreet! We hope you enjoy your new vehicle. Thanks for choosing Startline. John H @ Startline

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Every thing was very easy the staff…

Every thing was very easy the staff were very helpful. From the first call to picking up the car I didn't have any problems I am very happy with the service.

10 July 2026
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Reply from Startline Motor Finance

Thank you for your review Walter. We’re pleased we could assist you in purchasing your new car. Thanks for choosing Startline. John H @ Startline

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Service was very fast

Service was very fast

5 July 2026
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Reply from Startline Motor Finance

Thanks for your review Amy, we’re pleased we could help. Thank you for choosing Startline. John H @ Startline

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Far too much pressure

Far too much pressure, before I even viewed the car or knew which garage it was being sold from. Put me off from the start. Pulled out from the contract.

11 July 2026
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Reply from Startline Motor Finance

Julie, we are sorry to read that your recent experience with us has not met the standards that you expect. I can confirm that your agreement with us is now unwound and paid in full. If you would like to discuss this in more detail, we are available on 0141 483 2260. John H @ Startline

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely the worst finance company

Absolutely the worst finance company. No clue on customer service, I rejected my vehicle due to the car requiring a new gear box despite the fact I have done only a few miles in it since purchase. Emails ignored call ignored. Found evidence that the vehicle had been knowingly sold with the gear box issue, sent it over requesting a fall refund, radio silence again. Have called for an update 100’s of times over the past months. No once have I been called back. Also I have explained my situation to them, I have had 2 of my sons in hospital recently along with trying to get my elderly dad to his medical appointments, using my work vehicle and a hire car. Work have charged me personal mileage, hire car cost a fortune and to add the mental stress all while still paying for a car I haven’t used in 4 months. Startline you are a joke and should not be trading. Not a single call or email to keep people updated is a disgrace. Financial ombudsman now involved and I am in a luckier enough position to know a very good solicitor who will be seeking full recovery including compensation from these scammers.
Addition - 17/07/2025
John, would be nice if someone contacted me for once instead of me calling and emailing. This just proves how poor Startline customer services is.

16 July 2026
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Reply from Startline Motor Finance

We are sorry to read that you have experienced issues with your vehicle and our Complaints Resolution team are investigating this for you. I have let the team know you are awaiting a reponse. If you would like to discuss this in more detail, we are available on 0141 220 2958. John H @ Startline

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