Finance

Fund repairs

A repair bill that's too big to cover right now, spread across regular payments instead. We pay the mechanic so your car can get fixed.

What it covers.

Sometimes a repair bill is too big to pay for in one go, and too urgent to put off. Transmission trouble, a failed head gasket, a new clutch, a major service that uncovered more than expected. The car needs to go back on the road, and the money isn't sitting in the account.

Movogo Finance offers personal loans secured on your vehicle, and Fund Repairs is one of the ways people use them. You get a quote from your chosen mechanic, apply with Movogo, and if we can help, we pay the mechanic directly once the work is done. You pay us back across regular payments timed to your payday. The car stays on the road, the bill is handled, and the cost is spread.

Fund Repairs is most useful when your repair is bigger than the buffer you've built up in Servicing & Repairs (if you've got that), or when you don't have a buffer to draw on. For smaller jobs, your Servicing & Repairs voucher is usually the better first port of call.

How it works.

  1. Get a quote from your mechanic.
    Your usual garage, an Auto Super Shoppes in our network, or anyone you trust. We need a written quote for the work so we know the amount we're looking at. Depending on the situation we may need some extra information, and if so we'll be in touch.
  2. Apply with the quote.
    Tell us about yourself, your finances, and the repair (we use the quote to size the loan). About ten minutes online, or give us a call.
  3. We assess and respond.
    Credit assessment, income and expenses, responsible lending and affordability. Most applications are assessed within a business day. If we can help, we'll send a loan offer and disclosure. If we can't, we'll tell you why.
  4. We pay the mechanic directly.
    Once you've signed and the work is complete, we pay the garage directly for the repair. You don't need to front up and wait for reimbursement.
  5. You pay us back across your regular payments.
    Repayments are set at a cadence that matches your payday. Your first payment starts on the next payday that suits. Term and rate are confirmed in your loan offer.

Who you're borrowing from.

Movogo Finance Limited is a New Zealand-based lender. We're a registered Financial Service Provider and a member of Financial Services Complaints Limited (FSCL) for dispute resolution.

We lend responsibly. Every loan goes through a credit assessment and an affordability check against the Responsible Lending Code. If funding the repair would leave you worse off than another option, we'll tell you.

Movogo Finance Limited. NZCN 9357507. NZBN 9429052988677. FSP1011510. Member of FSCL for dispute resolution.

Questions people ask.

What kind of repairs can I finance?

Most mechanical and safety-related repair work on your vehicle. Engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, electrical, WOF-failing items, tyres, significant servicing jobs. If it's work your mechanic would invoice you for, it's generally fundable. Modifications, upgrades, and cosmetic work (paint, alloys, stereo) aren't typically covered.

Do I have to use a specific mechanic?

We prefer mechanics and workshops we know and trust, particularly Auto Super Shoppes in our network. If you'd like to use a different garage, we'll assess each situation case by case. Either way, we need a written quote for the work. For ongoing servicing and a built-in buffer for smaller repairs, check out Servicing & Repairs (a membership product, not a loan).

What if the bill comes in higher than the quote?

It happens. Once work starts, mechanics sometimes find more that needs doing. Talk to us as soon as you know. Depending on how much higher, we may be able to top up the loan (subject to a re-assessment), or you can cover the difference directly with the garage.

Do you pay the mechanic or do I?

We pay the mechanic directly once the work is complete, based on their invoice (up to the loan amount you've been approved for). You don't have to front up for the bill and wait to be reimbursed.

How long does approval take?

Most applications are assessed within a business day. Some need additional information or a manual review, which can take a bit longer. We'll keep you updated throughout.

What interest rate will I pay?

Your rate is determined by your credit assessment and the specifics of your loan (amount, term, vehicle). We don't publish a single rate because it would be misleading. Once we've assessed your application, we'll confirm your rate in your loan offer.

What fees will I pay?

Establishment, monthly account, and early repayment fees may apply. See the finance information page for our latest list of fees. All fees are itemised in your loan disclosure document before you sign.

What happens if I miss a payment?

Late payment fees or default interest may apply, and missed payments can affect your credit record. If you think you'll struggle with a payment, get in touch as soon as you can. We'll work with you to get back on track, and the sooner we know, the more options we have to help. Financial hardship protections are available under NZ law and we'll walk through them with you if they apply.

Can I change my payment day?

Yes. If your payday changes or you'd like a different cadence (weekly, fortnightly, or monthly), let us know and we'll shift your repayment schedule. A variation fee may apply. See the finance information page for the full list of fees.

Ready to get started?

Add it to your plan and we'll take it from there.