Bristol independent commercial vehicle dealership Vans 365 is revving up for success after buying and moving to new freehold premises.
Vans 365, a RAC-approved dealership specialising in new and used vans set up in 2012, has relocated to the two-acre former haulage site at Whitchurch, which will provide much-needed space for additional stock and as well as giving it a one-stop dedicated workshop and office space.
Funding for the site purchase came from a significant six-figure package provided by Barclays.
The dealership, which expects to double its turnover this year, stocks all makes and models of commercial vehicles ranging from £2,000 to £50,000 which are hand selected and sold across the UK and beyond.
The business has enjoyed expediential growth and now employs 13 people, a number expected to rise as the dealership’s reputation continues to grow online and across the South West.
Owner Jordan Franklin said: “It’s has always been my ambition to have bespoke premises to operate the business from and it’s now a great place to welcome and conduct meetings with potential customers. It’s provided space to increase the number of vehicles on site and improve the workshop facilities which can only help to enhance the customer end to end experience when buying a commercial vehicle from us.”
All commercial vehicles for sale on the forecourt have at least 20 high-resolution images available online and, weather permitting, UAV imagery providing potential buyers with as much information about the vehicle as possible.
Jordan added: “Since moving to the new location, commercial vehicle sales have already amplified and the site is proving to be a great platform to build upon for the future.”
Barclays business manager, Bristol, Jason Grail, who put the funding in place, added: “We’re pleased to have been able to support Vans 365 in securing their new premises and we’re very proud to be associated with the next stage of their ambitious growth plans.
“Vans 365 has a strong position in a niche market and this is a great opportunity to maximise the potential the business has to grow its customer base across the South West which has to be good news for the business and the local economy.”
Pictured: Barclays business manager, Bristol, Jason Grail, left, with Jordan Franklin of Vans 365
