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Start-ups and newly trading firms
If you've just launched, you may have limited trading history. That does not automatically prevent an enquiry, but we'll need enough information to understand the business and proposed rentals.
RENT2BUY VANS / WHO WE HELP
Building a business? Start with the right van.
A newly formed company or recently launched venture may not have years of trading accounts. Rent2Buy can be an option for eligible businesses and directors seeking a working van without conventional van finance, subject to evidence of affordability and eligibility.
Subject to affordability, identity, documents, location and overall eligibility.
01 / WHO IT MAY HELP
From first customers to daily deliveries.
Business needs evolve quickly. The key is matching the vehicle and rental commitment to the work and the funds available.
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Limited companies and directors
Company applications can require details about the business, its directors and its finances. We assess the proposed arrangement and the information provided, not simply the company registration date.
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Growing teams and working vans
For local trades, service businesses and small fleets, van size and running commitments matter. Review payload, mileage needs, insurance and actual monthly costs before choosing stock.
02 / BEFORE YOU APPLY
Clear criteria.
No false promises.
A new business is not automatically excluded, but the existence of a company number alone does not establish affordability. We review relevant income, bank information, identity, location and other supporting documents. Any agreement will identify the contracting party and their responsibilities.
Check full eligibility criteriaLocation
You must normally live within 100 driving miles of Southampton SO40 2NN. Collection is from Southampton; UK-wide delivery is not offered for this scheme.
Documents and income
We normally request recent bank statements, two proofs of address and a full UK or accepted EU driving licence to assess identity and affordability.
Rentals and ownership
An initial rental and monthly rentals apply. The van is yours only if you complete the agreement and exercise the current £99 final purchase option.
03 / HOW IT WORKS
Four straightforward steps.
There are checks, but no need to guess what happens next. Here's the general Rent2Buy application process.
Tell us what you need
Complete the Rent2Buy application with your details, circumstances and the type of van you need.
Provide supporting proofs
Upload the requested bank statements, proof of address and driving licence so we can review the application.
We assess affordability
We check identity, income, commitments, location and eligibility. There is no traditional credit check, but approval is not automatic.
Choose an eligible van
If approved, select a van offered on Rent2Buy, review the agreed rentals and arrange insurance before collection.
04 / QUESTIONS ANSWERED
The details
worth knowing.
Every application is reviewed individually. Your written agreement confirms the terms for the van you choose.
Can a newly registered limited company apply?
A newly registered company may enquire. We assess the business details, relevant financial evidence, directors' information where required and overall affordability before making a decision.
Does my business need two or three years of accounts?
There is no promise of acceptance based solely on trading age. Where established accounts are unavailable, we may request other relevant evidence such as recent bank activity and information about current work or income.
Can I apply as a company director?
Yes, subject to the scheme requirements. We may need information about both the business and directors and will confirm the appropriate applicant and agreement details during review.
Is Rent2Buy the same as business van finance or leasing?
No. Rent2Buy is a rental-to-ownership arrangement with monthly rentals and a conditional final purchase option, rather than a conventional finance agreement or standard van lease. Read the written terms carefully.
What documents are needed for a business application?
Requirements depend on the circumstances. Expect proof of identity and address, a valid driving licence, bank statements and potentially further company or director information so we can check eligibility and affordability.
How much should we budget upfront?
The advertised minimum initial rental is £1,000 plus VAT (£1,200 including VAT). The actual payment, monthly rentals, any ongoing operating costs and the purchase-option terms depend on the specific van and written agreement.
Can a company outside Hampshire apply?
Applicants must normally be within 100 driving miles of Southampton SO40 2NN. Vehicles are collected from Southampton, and other eligibility criteria still apply.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER
A working van could still be within reach.
Browse the Rent2Buy stock with the business's load space, work pattern and monthly budget in mind. Our application process will confirm what supporting information is needed.