Marks & Spencers Money offers a variety of financial and insurance products, but Motor Insurance is something that almost everyone needs - at least if you own a car. Unfortunately there are so many companies offering Motor Insurance today that, after a while, one policy may begin to look much like the next.

Thinking that most Motor Insurance policies are much the same is usually a bad idea. At worst it can be a very expensive mistake - this is when you find out that your Motor Insurance policy doesn't actually cover you for what you thought it did, or it takes your Motor Insurance company months and months to argue over whether to pay you or not. Fortunately Marks & Spencers Money Motor Insurance is not like that at all, and when you compare M&S Motor Insurance to the competition then it stacks up quite nicely.

For example, here are just some of the options which come as standard with Marks and Spencer 5 Star Premier cover Motor Insurance (correct at May 2009), which are quite often not included with comparable Motor Insurance plans from companies such as Direct Line, Sainsbury's, or Tesco Direct:

• Personal UK and European Breakdown Cover automatically included
• Comprehensive cover for trips abroad in the European Union - up to 90 days per trip
• Courtesy car during approved repairs automatically included
• Cover for Motor Legal Protection automatically included

So, it is clear that, besides being good value, M&S Motor Insurance also provides much more extensive cover than some of the top competitors. Additionally, you don't even need to be behind the wheel to benefit from Marks & Spencers Money UK and European Breakdown Cover, since it covers you as a passenger too.

Not so long ago, only banks and traditional insurance companies offered financial or insurance products, yet today it may often seem as if even the local corner shop is offering financial products. That's not quite true, of course, but many more companies do offer financial products than used to be the case, and it can sometimes be difficult to decide who is offering the best deal.

And, while Marks & Spenser once offered mostly fashion products, with the only hint of a credit card being when you paid for your shopping at the checkout, today you'll find as good a deal on M&S credit cards as you will with the latest range of M&S fashion.

In fact, these days Marks & Spencer, through its Marks & Spencers Money website, offer a range of financial products which would not look out of place in many banks, including M&S Motor Insurance, M&S Property Insurance, M&S Travel Insurance, M&S Pet Insurance, savings products, M&S Credit Cards, M&S Loans, and much more besides.

Besides Mark & Spencers Motor Insurance, Marks & Spencers Money Credit Cards and other financial products, Marks & Spencers Money Property Insurance deserves particular mention, with it being particularly good value for money, and providing extra insurance cover that many UK insurance companies either don't provide at all, or would charge extra for.

With Marks & Spencers Money Premier Contents policy, for example, student's belongings are not only covered at home, but also at college or university. Additionally, dependent relatives are also covered if their belongings happen to be in a nursing home. Even better still, your MarksandSpencer purchases are also protected while you take them home.

Also, on both Marks & Spencers Money Premier Property Insurance and Standard Property Insurance policies, you can choose to include Contents Away From Home. This option would then provide valuable cover all of your personal belongings on a worldwide basis.

That's Not My Puppy Book, at Marks and Spencer
This delightful series of board books is aimed at very young children. The bright pictures, with their patches of different textures, are designed to develop sensory and language awareness. Babies and toddlers will love turning the pages and touching the feely patches

Autograph Pure Cotton Stripe Shirt & Tie Set, at MarksandSpencer
Part of Kids' Autograph, a luxurious collection of beautifully designed clothing in high quality fabrics with superior finishing details. Kids' Autograph gives a stylish well-dressed look

Girls' Limited Pure Cotton Brace Skirt, at Marks and Spencer
Part of Girls Limited, a contemporary casual collection in trend-conscious styles and soft comfortable fabrics, designed for easy layering. Perfect for stylish girls who love looking fashionable

4 Pairs of Cotton Blend Plain School Tights, at M&S
Stock up on style for less with this pack of 4 cotton blend tights. Essential fashion at an outstanding value price

Cotton Rich Check Pyjama Bottoms, at Marks & Spensers
Fashionable and modern, these soft cotton rich check pyjamas are designed to be mixed and matched. Relax in style and comfort

Blue Harbour Chino Shorts, at Marks n Spencer
A stylish smart casual look, these chino shorts are made from soft cotton and designed for a fashionable and comfortable relaxed fit

Recycled Compact Umbrella, at Marks & Spencer
A practical and eco friendly choice, this compact umbrella is made from polyester from recycled plastic waste instead of oil. Using recycled materials helps to conserve the earth's natural resources and protect the environment for future generations

Autograph Essentials Pure Silk Animal Print Shift Dress, at Mark's & Spencer
Feminine and elegant, this shift dress is beautifully designed and detailed with animal print. An exclusive, luxurious look from Autograph

Limited Collection Knitted Tank Jumper, at Marks & Spencer
Part of Limited Collection's London Crowd trend. A quintessentially English look featuring quirky prints in monochrome with bright pops of colour. Kitsch styling and playful designs give this trend a fun London feel

Cube Stool, at Marks and Spencer
H40 x W47 x D47cm (all dimensions are approximate) Top cushions filled with shape-retaining foam - superior quality foam with a high density for added comfort and support Cushion covers are not removeable Frame made from solid hardwood. All main joints are glued and screwed to give the frame strength Frames are rigorously tested with 95kg weight equivalent and exceed standards set for heavy domestic use All of our fabrics are treated with Stain-Defence™ - a stain resistant finish - at no extra cost. Fabrics are tested for resistance to wear and fading Detailed care instructions are included Free eco-friendly home delivery. Our crews will unpack, assemble and position the item This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more Free swatch service: Order up to 6 free swatch samples of any fabric to help you choose your upholstery by calling 0845 603 1 603 Please note: Images displayed here act as a guide and may not be representative of the finished item. Fabrics are overlayed onto model images, so actual seams and pattern match may differ from what is shown. Leather furniture, in particular, has more seams that fabric upholstery due to the nature of the material, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Paint Your Own Mug Thank You Teacher Gift, at Marks and Spencer
Pack contains: Mug, 4 paints, paintbrush, instructions and cut-out coaster Approx. size: Mug height 95mm

M&S Black Finish Flat Panel TV Stand up to 32'', at Marks & Spencers
Supports flat panel LCD and plasma TVs up to 32" Clear tempered safety glass shelves Fits up to 4 audio video components and a center channel speaker Includes a cable management system to hide wires and interconnect cables Metallic black finish Scratch resistant, powder-coated steel framing Top shelf weight capacity: 45.3kg Lower shelves weight capacity: 22.7kg Overall dimensions: H76.2 xW81.3 x D46.7cm Top shelf dimensions: W81.3 x D33cm Middle shelf dimensions: H30.2 x W81.3 x D34.3cm Lower shelf dimensions: H30.2 x W81.3 x D40cm Boxed delivery - self-assembly required This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

La Basca Uvas Tintas 2008 - Case of 12, at Marks and Spencer
Style: Full bodied Grape variety: Tempranillo Country of origin: Spain Closure: Synthetic closure Bottle: 12 x 75cl. Alcohol by volume: 14% vol. Alcohol units per bottle: 10.5 Alcohol units per 125ml: 1.8 Contains sulphites You must be 18 or over to purchase this product This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Dyson Origin DC14 Upright Vacuum Cleaner, at Marks & Spencer
Telescope Reach™ wand: Wand and hose extend for high reach and stair cleaning while the vacuum remains upright and stable Root Cyclone™ technology: Dyson vacuum cleaners separate dirt from the air by centrifugal force. It spins the air incredibly fast and the dust and dirt is flung out into the clear bin™. Suction is maintained as there is no bag to become clogged Hygienic and quick to empty: Dyson design minimises risk of contact with dirt Suction power: 280 airwatts (constant). The power of a vacuum cleaner is best measured in airwatts (suction power). Motor wattage simply tells you how much electricity a cleaner uses Expels only clean air: Air expelled from a Dyson has 150 times less mould and bacteria than the air you breathe. Dyson technology captures particles as small as pollen, bacteria and mould spores Carpeted floors: This Dyson model is recommended for carpeted floors Auto carpet height adjustment: Maintains constant contact with the carpet to maximise dust pick-up Bin capacity: 2.7 litres Durable tough construction: Made from the strongest materials available to withstand bumps and bashes Clear bin™: Tough polycarbonate bin lets you see when it needs emptying No bags or filters: No extra costs and your vacuum doesn't lose power as you clean Cord length: 9.3 metres Maximum reach: 14.5 metres Dimensions: H1101 x W335 x D340mm Weight: 8.2 kg Includes: Brush tool, stair tool, crevice tool, operations manual and quick start guide M&S is a member of the WEEE Distributor Take Back Scheme. Recycling your electronic waste has never been easier! Click here for more information This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Autograph Pure Cotton Jeans, at M&S
Part of Kids' Autograph, a luxurious collection of beautifully designed clothing in high quality fabrics with superior finishing details. Kids' Autograph gives a stylish well-dressed look

Collezione Pure Cotton Long Sleeve Hairline Stripe Shirt, at Marks and Spencer
Italian style is renowned for its attention to detail. Each collezione piece is designed with that same passion, using the finest fabrics and best tailoring techniques. Inspired by Italian flair, we've lavished time and care on this shirt to give you a feeling of luxury like no other.

Woodspice Body Splash, at Marks and Spencer
200ml

Traidcraft Blue Mobile Baby Boy Card, at M&S
Cover text: Blank Inside message: blank for your own message Approx size: 138 x 138mm

Painterly Church Communion Card, at Mark's & Spencer
Cover text: First Communion Inside message: With love Approx size: 174 x 126mm

3 Pairs of Cotton Rich Contrast Heel & Toe Socks, at Marks and Spencers
These classic cotton rich socks are soft, breathable and comfortable. Added stretch gives a great fit

Younger Boys' Pure Cotton Thomas & Friends© Pyjamas, at Mark's & Spencer
A must for fans of Thomas & Friends, these pure cotton pyjamas feature the popular character Thomas the Tank Engine

Blue Harbour Pure Cotton Check Shirt, at Marks and Spencer
Relaxed casual style for less! This pure cotton shirt is outstanding value

Saunders Bedstead, at Marks and Spencer
Headboard H91cm Endboard H51cm Dbl L199 x W135cm (W143cm with headboard) 5ft L199 x W150cm (W158cm with headboard) 6ft L199 x W180cm (W188cm with headboard) Chrome metal frame with real walnut veneer Mattress sold separately This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Large Handmade Mum & Dad Anniversary Card, at Mark & Spensers
Cover text: Mum & Dad, Happy Anniversary Inside message: With lots of love Approx size: Unfolded: 220 x 220mm

Football Keyring, at Marks&Spencer
You'll never lose your keys again with this eye-catching keyring

Dressing Up Age 4 Birthday Card, at Mark's & Spencer
Cover text: Happy Birthday 4 Inside message: Happy 4th birthday Hope your day is as special as you are! This card is made with material from FSC certified sustainable forests. Protecting the world's forests for the future Approx size: 175 x 127 mm

ABC and 123 Roll Wrap, at Marks & Spensers
Includes 1 roll wrap Approx size: 200 x 70cm

Autograph Large Cherry Blossom Jewellery Box, at Marks & Spencer
2 drawers Cherry blossom design Mirror finish

Autograph Pure Cotton Bootleg Jeans, at Marks & Spencers
Part of Kids' Autograph, a luxurious collection of beautifully designed clothing in high quality fabrics with superior finishing details. Kids' Autograph gives a stylish well-dressed look

Per Una Lip Liner, at Marks & Spensers
Soft creamy texture Comes complete with brush Hypoallergenic Carmine free and GMO free Animal Free - No ingredients of animal origin

Marks and Spencer may not necessarily be the first name that springs to mind when you're thinking about renewing your Property Insurance or Motor Insurance, but Marks & Spenser do indeed offer a comprehensive selection of financial products, all of which are competitively priced, and all of which you can purchase directly from the Marks & Spencers Money website. With a simple, no-hassle service, you can compare features between a number of M&S Financial Services products and competitor's products, and sign up in just a few minutes.

Whether you're looking for savings products or Marks & Spencers Money loans, credit cards or Property Insurance - besides a number of other insurance products, Marks & Spencers Money can save you both time and money, with comprehensive information available at a click.

Free insurance quotes are available online for all of Marks & Spencers Money insurance products (Property Insurance, Motor Insurance, Travel Insurance, Wedding Insurance and Pet Insurance), or you may call if you wish to on the telephone number provided. Suffice to say that there is also plenty of information which you can download for each of the Marks and Spencer insurance products in document format too.