Traders involved in the exhibition of a quality used car Used Car Expo 2026 powered by Atlantic Union In OAKA, they proceed to funding with the signature of stamps up to 48 months, without banks etc. A perfectly legitimate practice, but it had almost disappeared from the market for years. — And now he's coming back. It is characteristic that cars were sold (and of excellent quality – without turned kilometers, with guarantees etc.) with 160 euros a month and we saw this in front of our eyes...
THE «Theresa» as wall
Greece has officially left behind the memoranda for years. The figures show recovery, banks have improved their balance sheets and the country has recovered the investment tier. In practice, however, for thousands of citizens, access to bank financing remains closed. The shadow of Tyresia — the system for recording financial obligations that acts as a filter in the lending criteria — continues to affect much of the population. Many do not pass the strict controls of credit institutions, even if they currently have a stable income and can repay a loan comfortably.
Result: for some, buying a newer car — which for thousands of households is a necessary tool and not luxury — becomes almost impossible through classic banking routes. And so, the merchants assume the role of the bank. They themselves grant credit, manage private notes and assume the risk of repayment. It's a market in the market. — At the same time, unofficial in reason but legal in the process.
The report that recorded reality
The Used Car Expo 2026 powered by Atlantic Union in OAKA, organized by Expo & Events, a company with presence in the car and behind the Auto Athina and Auto Thessaloniki events. This year was the second year of the exhibition, and came even more dynamic, with strict specifications for the exposed vehicles: up to 12 years old, with kms up to 130,000, 100% unmarked, with full historical service and certificate KTEO in force.
Public interest is particularly keen. Thousands of visitors go through the courtyard of OAKA (in P9), with many stopping right where its logic «without bank» She made her appearance. From small city cars to family models and SUVs, options meet almost every need and every wallet, with doses.
Sunday, May 17th is the last and most dynamic day. Its gates open at 10 a.m. and close at 20.00. Free parking is available for everyone and the entrance is at 10 euros.
A special feature of the event is the possibility of on-the-spot technical inspection by DEKRA Imperial, offering additional security and transparency in the market process.
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