• Car Leasing Manchester

    FVL has been leasing cars to Manchester since 1998. Offering every make and model of car, van, or pick-up truck available, you know that you will be able to secure the vehicle you want to lease. We compare prices across our hand-picked panel of ten lenders to guarantee you the best value car leasing package.

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Driving tips for Manchester

Manchester, the city offers history, culture, sports, and entertainment. It combines its rich heritage with a modern cosmopolitan atmosphere. Manchester is pedestrian-friendly, and you should be mindful of this, particularly in busy tourist areas and near shopping districts. Manchester has an extensive tram network known as the Metrolink.

The City has a complete ring road around the city limits and encourages you to use the bus park, ride schemes, and popular tram hubs to make the short journey into the centre. However, if you come into the city in a car, it is very busy but well-signed and easy to move around the streets.

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Car leasing deals in Manchester

For many people in Manchester, leasing a car is a more attractive option than buying one outright. Are you looking to find your next lease car and live in Manchester?

Pros

  • Car leasing lets you choose from the whole market, and offers you fixed monthly rentals making it ideal for budgeting.
  • Our unique special offers give you cheaper car lease deals to choose from, helping you save money each month.
  • You don’t have to worry about the car losing value over time. Simply lease your car and hand it back at the end of the term.
  • Our lease cars are brand new, so you will receive the full warranty, road tax for the term and breakdown recovery.
  • Delivery is included to anywhere in the UK mainland.
  • We shop the market place so don’t have to. Using our panel of the ten of the best leasing companies.

Cons

  • Being a lease, you won’t own the car; once the lease term is up, you’ll have to return the car.
  • It pays to be accurate with your mileage allowance. There are mileage charges should you go over your contracted miles.
  • Because our car lease special offers are constantly changing, you may miss out on the best offer for you if you wait too long.
  • There can be a termination fee should you want to exit your contract early.
  • If the price of road tax increases, you will have to pay the difference.
  • If you return the vehicle damaged, you will have to pay for the repairs.

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Manchester's Clean Air Driving Zones

The Greater Manchester charging CAZ was due to be in place by March 2022; it is currently paused because of protest groups making the plan “unworkable” However, the UK Government obligates the council to have a Clean Air Plan. The new, improved plan is still under review (May 23). No decision is expected until 2024. The signs and cameras remain in place but are not enforceable.

EV Chargers in Manchester

Manchester has around 360 EV chargers in the Greater Manchester area, and more are on the way; you're only a few miles from a charging point. Check out ZAPMAP to get the latest list.

Transport links in Manchester

Manchester has an extensive and well-developed transport network that includes several types of transportation, such as buses, trams, trains, and taxis.

The city's tram network (Metrolink) operates across Greater Manchester and connects Manchester city centre with surrounding areas such as Salford, Altrincham, Bury, Rochdale, and Oldham. The trams arrive every 12 minutes, with some stations being more frequent if they are serviced by two lines.

Manchester has two main train stations - Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. Both stations offer regular services to destinations across the UK, including London, Birmingham, Liverpool, and Leeds.

Manchester Airport is one of the busiest airports in the UK, with direct flights to destinations across Europe, North America, Africa, and Asia.

Parking around Manchester

Parking can be limited and expensive in Manchester; the Council owned sites are cashless and use the PaybyPhone App. The popular parking sites are.

Arndale, Bloom Street, Bridge Street, Bridgewater Hall, China Town, Hulme Street, Piccadilly Gardens.

If visiting Old Trafford for Football or Cricket, the two grounds are close together and well-serviced by the tram system; recommended parking sites on match day are:

● Lancashire County Cricket Club, Talbot Road - M16 0PX
● Trafford House (Bruntwood), Chorley Street - M32 0RS
● Victoria Park School, Davyhulme Road East - M32 0XZ
● Hilti, Trafford Wharf Road - M17 1BY
● Incom Group, Waterside - M17 1WD
● Trafford College, Talbot Road - M32 0XH
● Imperial War Museum, Trafford Wharf Road - M17 1TZ
● Alexander House, Talbot Road - M16 0PG
● Stretford High School, Great Stone Road - M32 0XA
● St Anns Primary School, Derbyshire Lane - M32 0DX

Helpful Car Leasing Insights

Below you can find answers to our most commonly asked questions about car leasing. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Get in touch.

  • First Vehicle Leasing has leased vehicles to Manchester for twenty-five years. Being wholly owned by the Ogilvie Group brings FVL to secure the best deals from your favourite car manufacturers. We shop the market for the best possible leasing package from our panel of ten hand-picked leasing companies to bring you the best deal. Our leasing consultants are on hand to take you through the process.

  • Established in 1998, we’re industry experts with a wealth of experience. As an FVL customer, you benefit from the strength of our partnerships with leading finance companies to bring you low prices and flexible leasing options. This means we can tailor deals to suit your needs. Our deals start from under £200, so you’ll find a vehicle for even the tightest budget.

  • At First Vehicle Leasing, our aim is to provide the best car leasing solutions and unbeatable service for our customers across the UK. To bring you the best deals we use a rating system. Our proprietary ranking system has been developed over 25 years and takes into account features of each model compared to its rivals. The primary categories used are length of lease, mileage limits along with a car's performance, practicality and tech features. We go direct to negotiate highly competitive deals on all our vehicles, so we can offer the very best deals.

  • Car leasing is simply a longer hire of a new car using a credit contract for a set period, usually between 2 and 4 years. They offer low fixed monthly rental payments until the end of the contract, and then you hand the car back.

  • With a standard car lease deal you will find included:

    • Full vehicle manufacturers warranty.
    • Road Tax for the length of the lease.
    • Free UK mainland delivery, right to your door.

    With a standard lease, you are responsible for insurance, charging and (or) fuel costs, damage, servicing, and maintenance.  
     
    If you wish to include servicing, premium branded tyre replacements, and maintenance, you can opt-in for what is called a Lender Maintained Lease. 

    Your lender-maintained contract hire includes all of the above with a few extra additions.

    Those include: 

    • Servicing  
    • Maintenance  (even things like wipers, bulbs, brakes, exhaust)
    • MOT for leases over three years
    • Breakdown recovery
    • Premium branded tyre replacements (and often puncture repairs too)
  • When you lease a car with FVL, you benefit from a range of special deals and offers. You'll also get one-to-one expert advice on which car to choose, how the process works, and how to get the most out of your vehicle. We have access to every new make and model of car available in the UK, including the latest electric cars.