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- 14-day money-back guarantee
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Complete peace of mind with our Used Car Promise
Our Used Car Promise is designed to give you complete peace of mind when you buy with us. Every Hippo Approved used car comes backed by our:
- 130-point check: no car gets to our showroom floor without having passed our rigorous 130-point testing process.
- Three-month warranty: if your new car has three months or less of its manufacturer's warranty remaining, we'll give you a complimentary three-month cover to protect you against any unexpected issues.
- 14-day money-back guarantee: exchange your vehicle or get your money back if you change your mind any time in the first 14 days (documentation and cancellation fees still apply).
Trusted family company. Trusted family values.
About us
Welcome to Hippo Approved. We’re a family-run, used car retailer that handles the complete used car buying process for you with no hassle - and no third parties.
We care about every step of the unique buying journey that lies ahead of you. From the very first chat we have through to getting the keys to your new vehicle and the aftercare that follows, we pride ourselves on always maintaining a great relationship with you built on trust, transparency and incredible service.
Our background is in the elite, sports, performance and luxury car market, but we also offer a full range of affordable cars to suit all budgets. That’s why you’ll see everything from supercars to superminis in our range, with affordable finance deals available to all.
We think we’ve got something for everyone, so why not start your journey with us today?
Our history
From coal merchants to car specialists, we’ve been in business for well over a century now – and part of the motor trade for more than 60 years.
Hippo has been a family-owned enterprise from the very beginning, starting with George Paley Preston’s venture into coal in 1906. By the 1960s, Stanley and Eric Preston had set up in car sales as EWS Preston, which led to Preston’s becoming a trusted prestige car dealer over the next few decades.
Today, Hippo does it all, from leasing to finance and, of course, top-quality used cars. We’re bigger, better and more diverse than ever, but we’re still a family business at heart.
We’re always looking ahead for ways to improve our service, but we’re proud of our heritage and the trusted family values we continue to base Hippo on today.
Get the right car on the right deal with Hippo Approved finance
Half of the battle with finding the right car is about getting the right deal to go with it. We offer eight different types of tailored personal and business financing to suit all needs, no matter your budget.