AVAILABLE CAR LIMITED

Reference number: 309871

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Authorised by the FCA

This firm is on the FCA register and authorised to carry out regulated activities.

Identity

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Also trades as
  • Available Car.Com

Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
04318082
Company status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
7 November 2001 (24 years old)
Registered office
Station Road, Castle Donington, Derby, DE74 2NL
Nature of business
  • Sale of used cars and light motor vehicles (SIC 45112)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Alison Mary Bell Director Feb 1960 7 Nov 2001
Graham Bell Director May 1959 7 Nov 2001
Elizabeth Mary Hitchen Director Aug 1983 1 Apr 2017
Michael William Bell Director Sep 1985 1 Apr 2017
Clare Rachel Hill Director Sep 1985 1 Apr 2017
Simon John Proudler Director Jan 1987 4 Jan 2022
Alison Mary Bell Secretary Not published 7 Nov 2001

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Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • Give regulated advice FSCS may apply
    A claim for unsuitable advice is itself FSCS-protected, up to the limit that applies to the product you were advised on.
  • Manage or trade investments FSCS may apply
    Eligible investment and pension claims are typically FSCS-protected up to £85,000 per person, depending on the product and your circumstances.
  • Sell or arrange insurance FSCS may apply
    Eligible insurance claims may be FSCS-protected, often 90%, or 100% for compulsory or long-term cover.
  • Lend or arrange credit No FSCS cover
    Consumer credit is not covered by the FSCS, so there is no compensation scheme if the firm fails.

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  • Advising on investments (except on Pension Transfers and Pension Opt Outs)
  • Advising on P2P agreements
  • Arranging (bringing about) deals in investments
  • Assisting in the administration and performance of a contract of insurance
  • Credit Broking
  • Dealing in investments as agent
  • Debt Adjusting
  • Debt-counselling
  • Making arrangements with a view to transactions in investments

Complaints: You can refer a complaint about this firm to the Financial Ombudsman Service for free, whichever activity it relates to.

Track record

FCA actions and complaints

No FCA disciplinary action, and no complaints recorded with the Ombudsman.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is AVAILABLE CAR LIMITED FCA authorised?
Yes, AVAILABLE CAR LIMITED (FRN 309871) is authorised by the FCA to carry out regulated activities.
Is my money safe with AVAILABLE CAR?
It depends on the product, but eligible claims may be protected by the FSCS. You can also refer complaints about AVAILABLE CAR to the Financial Ombudsman Service, free of charge.
Is AVAILABLE CAR a scam or clone?
AVAILABLE CAR is a genuine FCA-listed firm. However, scammers sometimes clone authorised firms. Always check that the contact details you were given match those on the FCA register before sending money or sharing information.
What is AVAILABLE CAR's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
AVAILABLE CAR's FRN is 309871. You can verify it on the FCA register.