Car Repair Loans

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With no impact on your credit score*!

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One less thing to stress about

Car Repair Loans

Car troubles can be stressful, especially when they come out of nowhere. A Jacaranda Finance personal loan could help you manage the cost of car repairs, so you can get back on the road sooner.

  • Borrow up to $25,000 over 36 months
  • Get a same day outcome2
  • If approved, funds paid out in 60 seconds3
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    Excellent 5 STAR customer service and always available with a quick response. Very happy with advice and the fantastic service provided. Quick, hassle free and easy. Thank you.
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    Brilliant service and quick action during application process the best there can be when it comes to quick loans.
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    It is easy to apply online, fast, reliable and they will try to help you as much as they can. I can recommend it to my friends and relatives. Thank you very much.
HOW IT WORKS

We make applying easy!

  • STEP ONE

    Apply in minutes1

    and get an obligation-free quote.

  • STEP TWO

    Get a same day outcome2

    on your application.

  • STEP THREE

    Funds in 60 seconds3

    if your application is approved.

We’re not just fast – we’re on your side

Fair, flexible and ready to say yes when the banks won’t

We know when unexpected costs come your way you don’t have time to wait. While banks can take up to a week (or just say no), we use a smarter, faster way to assess your situation.

Our award-winning system looks beyond your credit score, using your real bank statement data to find a path to yes – even if your bank won't.

And when it comes to your privacy, we take it seriously. We use bank-level security and 256-bit encryption to keep your data safe.

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Our loans are here when the banks say no

See if you qualify in minutes – with no impact on your credit score*.
APPLY. ASSESS. APPROVE.

Fast, Fair, Car Repair Loans.

Unexpected Costs? We’ve Got You Covered

Car repair costs can often arrive at the worst time. Not to mention how overwhelming they can feel. Don’t worry, Jac’s got your back. Apply online and get a fast outcome when you need it most.

Learn more about our personal loans

More Than Just A Credit Score

Been rejected by the bank? We look beyond your credit score to see your real financial situation. Our flexible approach means you could still be approved – even when others say no.

Get a fair shot at funding

A Straightforward Way to Build Back Your Credit

With Comprehensive Credit Reporting (CCR), your on-time repayments can positively impact your credit score. Potentially making it easier to access better rates in the future.

We believe in second chances

YOUR LOAN, MADE SIMPLE

Start building better credit today!

Manage your Jacaranda Finance loan in one easy, secure app - anytime, anywhere.

  • Apply for a new loan in minutes1
  • Check eligibility without impacting your credit score*
  • Make repayments and track your balance
  • Contact our Australia-based customer support team
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Same day loan outcome2

We work faster to make your life easier

Apply by 3:00pm with everything we need, and you’ll get your loan outcome that same day2 — simple as that.

No waiting, no wondering. Just clarity and speed when you want to get behind the wheel fast. Most banks take days to respond. Thanks to our clever tech, we move in hours because your time matters.

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Flexible loan assessment

A path to yes when others say no

We know you’re more than a credit score and sometimes life doesn’t fit inside a bank’s checklist.

That’s why we take a different approach. By securely reviewing your recent bank statements, we build a clearer picture of your financial situation — one that gives you a real shot at approval.

It’s a fairer way to assess, and a faster way to move forward.

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Here for life’s curveballs

Ready for whatever comes your way

One second, everything is going great. The next, you’re being told your car needs repairs, have a holiday coming up – and oh, that home repair you’ve been putting off has gone from bad to worse.

When life hits you hard, you need a fast moving lender that looks beyond your credit score. At Jacaranda Finance, we can make personal loans happen when the banks won’t.

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The Jacaranda Finance difference.

Clever tech to give your loan approval the greatest edge.

We’re not a bank. We’re a smarter kind of lender that looks beyond credit scores to understand your real financial health. Our clever Edge Score system uses extra data from your bank statements to see how you're managing money today - not just your past.

It’s fast, simple, and secure and it could help you get the funds you need, when you need them most. That’s what sets us apart.

Car Repair Loan Repayment Calculator

Before you apply for a loan, we think it's important to review your budget and be certain that you can comfortably repay it.

Once you know what you can afford in your budget, use our loan repayment calculator to estimate your repayments before you apply.

Ready to Apply? You can get started now.
1. I'd like to borrow: $8,500
Please note that loans exceeding $10,000 or with Loan Terms of 36 months will require security in the form of a registered motor vehicle you own.
2. Loan Term (Months)
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Estimated per
* Repayment Disclaimer
*Please consider: The example repayment is an estimate based on the highest rate available for a product. Fees, credit criteria and terms and conditions apply. Your loan offer may vary once your details are captured and verified and an assessment is completed.
Interest Rate
16.95% - 29.95%
Comparison Rate**
32.99% - 46.50%
Monthly Fee (Fixed)
...
Total Repayment
Including Interest & Fees
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** Comparison Rate Warning
The comparison rate is based on $10,000 over 36 months. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate.
Ready to Apply? You can get started now.

Our Rates & Fees

Our loans are designed to be fast, fair, and, above all, affordable, with no hidden fees. See the table below for a quick guide to our charges, or visit our fees page to learn more. For detailed information about who our products are designed for, please review our Target Market Determinations.

Interest Rate
Comparison Rate
Loan Term
Repayment Cycle
Secured or
Unsecured
Establishment Fees
Monthly Fees
Risk Fee
Comparison Rate Warning*
  • Unsecured
    Personal Loan
    $3,000 - $10,000
    Interest Rate
    27.95% - 29.95%
    Comparison Rate
    44.50% - 46.50%
    Loan Term
    25 months
    Repayment Cycle
    Weekly, Fortnightly, Monthly
    Secured or
    Unsecured
    Unsecured
    Establishment Fees
    $13.50 - $950
    Monthly Fees
    $26 p/month
    Risk Fee
    $0 - $325.50
    Comparison Rate Warning*
    The comparison rate is based on $10,000 over 36 months. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate.
  • Secured
    Personal Loan
    $3,000 - $25,000
    Interest Rate
    16.95% - 29.95%
    Comparison Rate
    32.99% - 45.50%
    Loan Term
    25 - 36 months
    Repayment Cycle
    Weekly, Fortnightly, Monthly
    Secured or
    Unsecured
    Secured
    Establishment Fees
    $125 - $1,190
    Monthly Fees
    $26 p/month
    Risk Fee
    $0 - $995
    Comparison Rate Warning*
    The comparison rate is based on $10,000 over 36 months. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate.
This is not an offer for credit. The amount you can borrow as well as the offer you receive may vary once you complete an application and all relevant details are captured and verified. Fees, credit criteria and terms and conditions apply. Example tables and calculators are illustrative only and are not intended to be your sole source of information when making a financial decision. Consider whether to get advice from a licensed financial adviser.
  • Unsecured
    Personal Loan
    $3,000 - $10,000
    Interest Rate
    27.95% - 29.95%
    Comparison Rate
    44.50% - 46.50%
    Loan Term
    25 months
    Secured or
    Unsecured
    Unsecured
    Monthly Fees
    $26 p/month
    Repayment Cycle
    Weekly, Fortnightly, Monthly
    Establishment Fees
    $13.50 - $950
    Risk Fee
    $0 - $325.50
    The comparison rate is based on $10,000 over 36 months. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate.
  • Secured
    Personal Loan
    $3,000 - $25,000
    Interest Rate
    16.95% - 29.95%
    Comparison Rate
    32.99% - 45.50%
    Loan Term
    25 - 36 months
    Secured or
    Unsecured
    Secured
    Monthly Fees
    $26 p/month
    Repayment Cycle
    Weekly, Fortnightly, Monthly
    Establishment Fees
    $125 - $1,190
    Risk Fee
    $0 - $995
    The comparison rate is based on $10,000 over 36 months. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate.
This is not an offer for credit. The amount you can borrow as well as the offer you receive may vary once you complete an application and all relevant details are captured and verified. Fees, credit criteria and terms and conditions apply. Example tables and calculators are illustrative only and are not intended to be your sole source of information when making a financial decision. Consider whether to get advice from a licensed financial adviser.

Car Repair Loan FAQs

Want to learn more about our Car Repair Loans and how they work? Find out all the answers to our most common questions here.

A personal loan is a fixed-term loan that allows you to borrow a set amount of money and repay it through regular instalments. Our online application process is designed to be fast and straightforward. Repayments remain consistent throughout the loan term so you can plan your budget with confidence. Applying is Quick & Easy
  • Apply in 5-12 minutes1
  • Submit your application by 3:00pm and get a same day outcome2.
  • If approved, funds get delivered in just 60 seconds3.
Ready to get started? Apply now.
Yes, you can use a Jacaranda Finance personal loan to cover the costs of car repairs including mechanical work, new parts, servicing or emergency repairs. Once you are approved, you’ll receive your funds in 60 seconds3. You then control how this money is used.
A car repair loan refers to a personal loan that can be used for car repairs – subject to approval and lending criteria. By submitting a full application for a car repair loan, you are authorising a hard credit check. This means that other lenders will be able to see that you applied for a loan and could impact your credit score. Before you submit a full application with Jacaranda Finance, you can check if you qualify with no impact on your credit score*. This is called a soft credit check, and is only visible on your credit report to you

How to check if you qualify for a personal loan?

If you’re considering applying for a loan with Jacaranda Finance, you can check if you qualify with no impact on your credit score*.
We understand that life moves fast. That’s why we do too. Apply before 3:00pm from Monday to Friday and Jacaranda Finance will give you a same day outcome2 on your loan application. If approved, your funds will be transferred in 60 seconds3. This means you could apply, have your application assessed and receive your funds all within the same day.

Applying over the weekend? If you submit your application on Saturday morning, you may receive a same-day outcome. Applications received later in the weekend are typically assessed first thing on Monday morning.
We offer two main products at Jacaranda Finance: For detailed information about who our products are designed for, please review our Target Market Determinations. Our Loan Repayment Calculator and our guide to Jacaranda Finance’s interest rates & fees could help you to predict your repayments before applying.
To apply for a loan with Jacaranda Finance:
  • Check if you qualify without impacting your credit score*
  • Choose your loan amount and term
  • Complete the online application
  • You provide supporting information
  • We assess your application
  • If approved, you review and accept your loan offer
Ready to get started? Click here and apply now. Read more: How to apply for a loan

Loan Eligibility Criteria

Am I eligible for a Loan with Jacaranda Finance? 

You must meet the following basic eligibility criteria before submitting an application:

  • Be at least 19 years of age
  • Be employed on a permanent or casual basis, with consistent income for 90 days
  • Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold a temporary visa in one of our eligible visa subclasses with a fixed address.

  • Have an active email address, phone number, & online banking details in your name.
  • Be in control of your current finances and handling existing financial commitments comfortably.
You can check if you qualify initially if you aren’t sure whether you're eligible. This won’t impact your credit score*.
Information you will need to provide:
  • Basic personal information (i.e. full name, address, D.O.B, number of dependants etc.)
  • Employment status & details
  • Your bank statements*: we will assess the last 12 months of your bank statements to help determine if you can afford to repay your loan.

*This is standard procedure for loan applications across the industry. Data is safely secured with 256-bit SSL encryption. We utilise safe and secure third-party Open Banking service providers to make this quick and easy for you.
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Need a Hand?

Our customer service team is here to help.

If you have any questions, whether you're a new customer or an existing one - our friendly customer service team will be happy to help you. You can easily get in touch online or via the BetterCredit app. Our customer service team is available to chat six days a week, and services are available online 24/7.