WHO THIS IS FOR

Vehicle Finance Built for Australian Operators

Vehicles owner-operators, subcontractors and small-fleet operators across Australia are knocked back by banks, stalled in single-lender queues, and locked into single products by dealer finance. Whether you run tradies on Bunnings runs, sales reps on regional territory, operators on delivery contracts, fleet refresh across multi-vehicle businesses, mobile workshops, hire-out vehicles on day-rate contracts, charter and tour operators, or last-mile parcel delivery.

Your application goes to specialist commercial vehicle lenders who assess business income, asset value and trading history directly, in one structured submission with no multi-lender credit hits.

  • Upgrading ageing vehicles or trailers Replace before maintenance costs outpace what a newer asset would be worth. Trade-in and replacement structured in one application.
  • Winning a new service or supply contract Quote the work confident your pre-approval is locked in and the asset will be on site for day one.
  • Buying used, dealer or private sale Auction, dealer and private deals other lenders walk away from. We settle direct to the seller and handle the paperwork end to end.
  • Refinancing existing equipment loans Lower monthly repayments, restructure balloons before they're due, or consolidate multiple loans into one repayment.

HOW THE PROCESS WORKS

How Vehicle Finance Works in Australia

A simple, secure online application, with honest advice from a Australia specialist you can trust.
No pressure. No hit to your credit score.

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Complete the Form in 60 Seconds

Tell us about your business and the vehicle you are financing through our secure online form.

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Speak With a Vehicle Finance Specialist

An Australia-based vehicle finance specialist reviews your situation and walks you through the documents needed for the lender match.

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Get Pre-Approved Over the Phone

You'll have a clear pre-approval often within 1 business day, with rate, term and repayment structure tailored to how your business income actually flows.

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Settle the Loan
and Take Delivery

Your specialist sources the strongest matched offer and coordinates settlement with the dealer, private seller or auction house.

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60 second form. No impact on your credit score.
RECENT SETTLEMENTS

Real Results for Australian Vehicle Operators

Vehicle finance settled across 80+ Australian lenders, from owner-operators to mid-size fleets. ACL 389328.

"Field-service contract started Monday and we needed two new service utes on the road Sunday night. Cody settled both deals Friday afternoon."

Wayne, Operations Manager
Field service

"Commercial fleet refresh across vans and utes for a service-business contract win underwrote eight vehicles. Equifund put it on one chattel mortgage with one credit decision."

Carly, Director
Service business

"Mobile-trade business across the metro area added two work vans on a new builder framework. They matched us with a lender that scored on the framework as the asset case."

Pete, Owner
Mobile trade

"Demo of a new commercial-spec dual-cab on a field-service run for a week. Better payload and fuel numbers. John had us approved that week and the demo stayed."

Brad, Site Manager
Field service

"Ex-fleet commercial vehicles at a major company sell-down, low kilometres, clean books. Equifund pre-approved us across the catalogue."

Hayden, Owner-Operator
Trade contractor

"Field-service contract started Monday and we needed two new service utes on the road Sunday night. Cody settled both deals Friday afternoon."

Wayne, Operations Manager
Field service

"Commercial fleet refresh across vans and utes for a service-business contract win underwrote eight vehicles. Equifund put it on one chattel mortgage with one credit decision."

Carly, Director
Service business

"Mobile-trade business across the metro area added two work vans on a new builder framework. They matched us with a lender that scored on the framework as the asset case."

Pete, Owner
Mobile trade

"Demo of a new commercial-spec dual-cab on a field-service run for a week. Better payload and fuel numbers. John had us approved that week and the demo stayed."

Brad, Site Manager
Field service

"Ex-fleet commercial vehicles at a major company sell-down, low kilometres, clean books. Equifund pre-approved us across the catalogue."

Hayden, Owner-Operator
Trade contractor

"First time on a regional council facilities-maintenance contract. Terry structured a chattel mortgage with a term that matched the contract's renewal cycle."

Hannah, Director
Council maintenance

"Mobile-services business expanding into a second region. Jake matched us with a lender that scored on the existing service contracts plus the new region's pipeline."

Lisa, Operations Manager
Mobile services

"Owner-operator stepping up from sole trader to small fleet on a council framework contract. Jason structured a chattel mortgage with the right balloon to align with the council's payment cycle."

Beau, Owner-Operator
Council framework

"Hire-out commercial vehicle fleet to trade businesses. Day-rate hire revenue didn't fit standard finance templates. They put us with a lender that structured the loan to the hire cycle."

Glen, Yard Owner
Hire-out fleet

"Regional service business across plumbing, electrical and air-conditioning. Equifund found a lender that scored on the recurring service contracts and approved on the active job book."

Murray, Owner
Regional service business

"First time on a regional council facilities-maintenance contract. Terry structured a chattel mortgage with a term that matched the contract's renewal cycle."

Hannah, Director
Council maintenance

"Mobile-services business expanding into a second region. Jake matched us with a lender that scored on the existing service contracts plus the new region's pipeline."

Lisa, Operations Manager
Mobile services

"Owner-operator stepping up from sole trader to small fleet on a council framework contract. Jason structured a chattel mortgage with the right balloon to align with the council's payment cycle."

Beau, Owner-Operator
Council framework

"Hire-out commercial vehicle fleet to trade businesses. Day-rate hire revenue didn't fit standard finance templates. They put us with a lender that structured the loan to the hire cycle."

Glen, Yard Owner
Hire-out fleet

"Regional service business across plumbing, electrical and air-conditioning. Equifund found a lender that scored on the recurring service contracts and approved on the active job book."

Murray, Owner
Regional service business
SPECIALIST VS BANK

Specialist vs Major Bank Vehicle Finance

Side-by-side on the criteria that decide whether an Australian vehicle finance deal settles or stalls.

Criterion Equifund Specialist Major Bank
Income type Reads business income, contractor payments and BAS PAYG salary preferred, business income often discounted
Lender access Panel of 80+ Australian lenders matched to your file One bank, one credit template
Pre-approval speed Typically inside 24 hours 5 to 10 business days on average
Documentation Low-doc options available for established operators Full financials usually required
Deposit $0 deposit available for prime applications Deposit typically required
Industry expertise Australia-based commercial vehicle finance specialists Generic commercial credit team
FAQ

Common Vehicle Finance Questions

Straight answers to the questions Australian businesses and operators ask most.

What types of vehicles can I finance in Australia?

We finance new, used, demonstrator, dealer and private-sale vehicles across all major makes and models. Your specialist matches the finance to your work and the lender to your file.

How long does vehicle finance take to settle?

Pre-approval is typically inside 24 hours once you submit the form. Settlement timing then depends on the lender and asset details, with many Australian deals settling within a week of pre-approval.

Do I need to own property to qualify?

No. Many of our lenders score the deal on business income and asset value rather than requiring property security. Non-property owners regularly settle vehicle finance through Equifund.

Do I need a deposit?

Not always. $0 deposit is available for prime applications, especially for established operators with active active contracts. Other deals may require a deposit depending on the asset, the lender and the loan term.

Can I finance a used vehicle, private sale, or auction purchase?

Yes. We finance dealer purchases, private sales, auctions and end-of-lease buyouts. The vehicle just needs to meet the lender's age and condition requirements.

Can I refinance an existing vehicle loan?

Yes. Many Australian operators refinance to access a better rate, restructure repayments around their income cycle, release equity from the asset, or consolidate multiple vehicle loans into one facility.

Which lenders does Equifund work with?

We have a panel of 80+ Australian lenders spanning major banks, specialist asset financiers and non-bank lenders that specifically understand business income and transport assets. Your specialist matches your file to the right lender for the deal.

Can I finance multiple vehicles in one application?

Yes. We regularly settle multi-vehicle deals for Australian fleets, often splitting the package across more than one lender to fit each asset's spec and your overall structure.

Do you finance trailers and equipment as well as vehicles?

Yes. Vehicles, attachments, trailers and related equipment are all on the panel. Equipment security can be structured independently of vehicle finance if that better suits the deal.

What's the difference between a chattel mortgage and a finance lease?

A chattel mortgage gives you immediate ownership of the vehicle while the lender holds it as security. You claim GST upfront and depreciate the vehicle for tax. It is the most common structure for established Australian owner-operators. A finance lease keeps the vehicle on the lender's books with set monthly payments and an optional residual paid at the end of the term. Useful for fleet operators managing repayments against vehicle turnover. Your Australia-based vehicle finance specialist will recommend the structure that suits your business and tax position. Read the full chattel mortgage vs finance lease comparison.

What is business income recognition?

Business income recognition is how a specialist lender reads income from business income, contractor payments and BAS rather than treating only PAYG salary as income. Bank credit templates often miss this. Specialist lenders read business income accurately, which is why established Australian operators frequently get approved on deals that mainstream banks decline.

What is low-doc vehicle finance?

Low-doc vehicle finance is approval on a reduced documentation set, usually a Director declaration plus business activity statements or recent bank statements, rather than full financials. It is faster to process and common for established small-fleet operators in Australia who would rather not produce two years of full tax returns for a single asset purchase.

What is pre-approval in vehicle finance?

Pre-approval is a conditional finance approval issued before you commit to a vehicle. It sets the maximum loan amount, indicative rate, term and repayment structure so you can negotiate with dealers, private sellers or auction houses on solid ground. Equifund pre-approvals are typically issued within 24 hours of form submission.

What is an Australian Credit Licence (ACL)?

An Australian Credit Licence (ACL) is a licence issued by ASIC permitting a business to engage in credit activities under the National Consumer Credit Protection Act. Equifund holds Australian Credit Licence 389328. Working with an ACL holder is a baseline regulatory protection for the borrower and a baseline trust signal for any Australian finance provider.

Can you finance cars, utes and vans on ABN income rather than full financials?

Yes. Vehicles for trade, sales, delivery and fleet work are routinely financed on ABN, BAS and contract income through specialist lenders on our panel. The vehicle itself secures the loan, not your house.

Can you finance new and used vehicles for business use?

Yes. New, demo and used vehicles for business use are financed through specialist lenders who understand sole trader, small fleet and mid-size fleet income cycle cycles.

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