Dealers with interesting stock you can trust

[PrinceRupert]

I was wondering if anyone could recommend dealers with an eclectic selection of interesting stock that you know would only sell a good car.

I'm thinking about my next car and I think I'd prefer to pay a bit more to get a really good example from a dealer than risk the private market (I bought my TVR from a well known specialist and it has been a great, reliable car). That said, I don't think buying from "Prestige Autos Limited" in a back alley gives you that guarantee. I'm talking the sort of dealer you could be pretty confident buying sight unseen.

I also have a wide range of things I am considering and like the inspiration.

For example, HPC Classics in the TVR world is well known as being a decent bunch and they have interesting stock in addition to TVRs - at the moment a Dodge Viper, an F80 M3, a Jaguar XKR.

Edited by PrinceRupert on Sunday 9th October 13:39

[Square Leg]

Always like looking through Alexander’s Prestige stock.
Whilst never dealt with them, I’ve spoken with them a few times and have the impression of a trust worthy company.

[jaydeeuk1]

Benz bavarian near me often has some interesting stuff when I drive past and has an excellent reputation locally. Mate of mine got their i8 from them about 5 years ago

Often has usual tat like Bentley Continentals or range rover sports, and then stuff like rsq8, phantoms and a few lambos and TVRs thrown in

https://www.benzbavarian.com/

[Wacky Racer]

Sold my Morgan here in 2008,

https://nutleysports.co.uk/showroom/

[mattman]

Maybe not the right price bracket for you, but bought my previous Porsche from Maundrells and they were great and have some interesting stock in every now and then
Www.Maundrells.co.uk

[PrinceRupert]

A lot of very nice cars in the links above, thank you - though most above my anticipated budget! Nice to window shop though

[MattsCar]

I have never purchased anything from them, so can't vouch for them...but they have some lovely cars...

http://www.parkwayspecialistcars.co.uk/

[Ursicles]

Square Leg said:

Always like looking through Alexander’s Prestige stock.
Whilst never dealt with them, I’ve spoken with them a few times and have the impression of a trust worthy company.

Cousin bought his cayman from them a good few years ago - was a good experience and they were a nice bunch of folks.

[Summit_Detailing]

Cameron Sports Cars near Bath although a Porsche specialist always seem to have an eclectic mix of other marques.

[OFORBES]

Really depends on what you are looking for and what the budget is, but I can personally recommend The Octane Collection. www.theoctanecollection.com

They have 4 'brands' under one roof.

1. The Octane Collection
2. Millennium Heroes
3. Fast Classics
4. Great British Classics

I have purchased and sold vehicles with them and have sold a couple on an SOR basis too. In my expeirence, they only stock the highest quality vehicles with the provenance and history to match. They are also great if there is a problem, taking responsibility and sorting it out.

I can also say the same for Contemporary Classics in Woking. Greg is fantastic, only holds a small amount of stock, but they are again very high quality, and also preppared to a very high standard. I have also bought and sold cars to them and highly recommend them.

[PrinceRupert]

OFORBES said:

Really depends on what you are looking for and what the budget is ...

Personally I am looking at sub 40k (probably in reality sub 30k) modern / modern classics for using and enjoying (rather than garage queens / investment) but it is an interesting thread to see other recommended dealers.