If something was to happen to your new vehicle such as an accident, fire or theft, your car insurance company will only pay retail value of the vehicle; and because of the depreciation involved with cars, it will more likely be a lot less than what is outstanding to be paid to the finance company or even a lot less than the actual retail value of the car itself. Gap insurance covers the difference.
The moment you drive a new car, due to depreciation you will be seriously out of pocket. Gap insurance has you covered.

GAP insurance will pay a maximum of £10,000 and will cover you for the length of the contract.
GAP prices start from £241.50 and can be paid Direct Debit at 0% Finance.
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