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Automotive Retail Companies in Derby: 328 Active Firms (2026)
Automotive retail companies in Derby sell new and used vehicles, parts and aftersales services across the surrounding metropolitan area.
Buying centres tend to sit with dealer principals, finance and insurance managers, aftersales directors and fleet sales teams rather than centralised procurement alone. The customer base is mixed: private motorists buying or financing vehicles, local employers replacing vans and cars, and trade customers needing parts, preparation or workshop capacity. Engagements range from individual vehicle transactions with add-on warranty and servicing work to recurring fleet maintenance, parts supply and multi-site dealer arrangements. The cohort therefore leans towards businesses where showroom sales, stock funding, repair bays and aftersales retention sit in the same operating model, rather than pure vehicle logistics or manufacturing.
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In Derby, 328 automotive retail companies are actively trading, giving the city a compact motor-retail base rather than a national-scale cluster. Reported employment across the cohort is 658 people, covering dealership, workshop, parts and support roles rather than manufacturing headcount. Scale is uneven: 8 companies report turnover above £5M, while 96 have been incorporated since 2022. That mix points to a market with a long tail of smaller dealers and service-led firms, alongside a narrower set of established multi-site or higher-throughput groups.
Motor retail sits in a conduct-heavy part of consumer commerce, especially where vehicle sales are packaged with finance, insurance, warranties or service plans. Dealers and service centres also have to manage vehicle provenance, advertising claims, complaints handling, workshop competence and safety-related obligations, which makes process discipline part of ordinary trading rather than a separate compliance function. For Derby operators, the market structure is local and relationship-led: repeat servicing, parts supply and fleet maintenance can matter as much as the initial sale, while stock availability and credit conditions affect both margins and customer conversion.
Margin pressure appears likely to keep pushing retailers towards aftersales attachment, faster stock turns and better use of workshop capacity. Smaller owner-managed dealers tend to compete on local knowledge, sourcing and service continuity, while larger operators have more scope to spread compliance, premises and stock-funding costs across a wider estate. The cohort's younger entrants may add churn at the lower end, particularly where working capital is thin. Consolidation looks plausible, but it is likely to be selective: buyers will care more about forecourt access, workshop utilisation and recurring customer relationships than headline vehicle volumes alone.
328
Active firms
2026
8
Revenue above £5M
96
Incorporated since 2022
Key facts
About 2% of the trading cohort reports turnover above £5M (8 of 328 firms) — the rest sits below that revenue band.
29% of the cohort was incorporated since 2022 (96 firms), so a sizeable share is in its first few filing cycles.
Derby automotive retailers cover new and used vehicle sales, parts retail, servicing and aftersales work across the surrounding metropolitan area.
Stock, workshops, credit brokerage and customer relationships tend to remain close to households and fleet buyers, even where discovery and pricing have moved online.
The local market spans multi-site motor groups, smaller used-vehicle dealers, parts retailers and aftersales operators.
Stock-heavy trading makes working-capital management a recurring issue for vehicle dealers and parts retailers.
Top Derby Automotive Retail companies
Parkway Volkswagen
Sells new and used Volkswagen cars, vans and camper vans through dealership sites. Provides vehicle servicing, MOT testing, repairs and bodyshop work, buys used vehicles, and arranges vehicle…
Serves private motorists, Motability customers and business users seeking Volkswagen cars, vans, campers, leasing/rental and aftersales support across Derby, Leicester, Northampton and Kettering.
Financial Health
Insufficient historyInsufficient history
Location
Trajectory
3y · 2023–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsOperates car dealerships selling new and used vehicles, primarily Kia models, and provides vehicle servicing, MOT testing, repairs, accident repair, parts, and finance and part‑exchange services.
Serves private motorists, Motability customers and local businesses in Derby, Nottingham and nearby areas seeking new or used vehicles, servicing, MOTs and repairs.
Financial Health
HealthyHealthy
Location
CSM Garage Services Limited
Trajectory
5y · 2020–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsProvides vehicle maintenance and repair services including servicing, MOT testing, diagnostics and mechanical repairs such as brakes, tyres, exhausts and electrical work. Also sells used cars and…
Serves private motorists and local businesses in Derby with cars, motorbikes, vans and minibuses, including used-vehicle buyers and owners needing garage support.
Financial Health
StableStable · Hiring · 18% CAGR over 5y
Location
Technicar (Derby) Limited
Trajectory
3y · 2022–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsProvides automotive maintenance and repair services including vehicle servicing, MOT testing, diagnostics, tyre supply and fitting, and general repairs. Also sells used cars and offers fleet…
Serves private motorists, van owners, used-car buyers and local business fleet operators in and around Derby needing vehicle maintenance, MOTs, tyres or sourced used cars.
Financial Health
HealthyHealthy · -11% CAGR over 2y
Location
Capri Motors Limited
Trajectory
4y · 2022–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 4 filingsProvides vehicle servicing, MOT testing, diagnostics and mechanical repairs for cars, motorcycles, motorhomes, minibuses and light commercial vehicles. Also supplies and fits automotive parts such as…
Serves private motorists, motorcycle riders, caravan and motorhome owners, and local small-van/minibus operators in Derby, including owners of most makes and models.
Financial Health
WeakWeak · 0% CAGR over 3y
Location
A2 Trade Ltd
Trajectory
1y · 2025–NowFinancial Health
Insufficient historyInsufficient history
Location
WILMOT SERVICE STATION LTD.
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsOperates a vehicle repair garage providing MOT testing, interim and full servicing, diagnostics, air conditioning regas, and general mechanical repairs for cars. Also sells used vehicles and offers…
Serves local private motorists with all makes and models, insurance-referred vehicle owners, and used-car buyers in Derby.
Financial Health
StableStable · 0% CAGR over 4y
Location
Derbyshire Elite Car Sales Limited
Trajectory
5y · 2022–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsRetailer of used cars, offering a range of pre-owned vehicles from multiple manufacturers. Provides vehicle finance, part exchange, nationwide delivery, and warranty options, with vehicles supplied…
Sells to private motorists in Derby and Derbyshire seeking used cars, vehicle finance, part exchange, warranties, and click-and-collect or delivery options.
Financial Health
StrongStrong · Growing · 0% CAGR over 3y
Location
INDEPENDENT MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED
Trajectory
5y · 2020–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsOperates a dealership selling used vans and cars sourced from fleet and lease companies. Offers vehicle browsing and reservation online, provides motor finance through partner lenders, and supplies…
Serves tradespeople, small businesses and individual buyers in Derby and Derbyshire seeking first or replacement used vans, with finance options for budget-conscious purchasers.
Financial Health
StableStable · 0% CAGR over 4y
Location
Beechwood (Derby) Limited
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
WeakWeak · -4% CAGR over 4y
Location
Operates an online and in‑store car retail platform selling nearly new and used vehicles from multiple manufacturers. Provides vehicle search and purchase services, part‑exchange and car selling…
Serves UK consumers looking to buy, finance, sell or part-exchange nearly new and used cars, including buyers shopping by budget, body style, fuel type, monthly payment, and families seeking SUVs,…
Location
MOTOR PLUS DERBY LIMITED
Trajectory
3y · 2023–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsSells new and used motorhomes, specialising in Auto‑Sleeper models. Provides part‑exchange purchasing, finance, insurance and warranty options, and offers after‑sales services including servicing,…
Serves private leisure-vehicle buyers and motorhome owners, especially customers seeking new or used Auto-Sleeper motorhomes, part exchange, finance, insurance, warranty and aftersales support.
Financial Health
WeakWeak · 0% CAGR over 2y
Location
Trajectory
5y · 2020–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsSells used cars through an online showroom and dealership, offering vehicles from multiple manufacturers. Provides vehicle finance options, part‑exchange purchasing, warranties, and related services…
Sells to private motorists and used-car buyers in Derbyshire and across the UK, including customers seeking finance, part exchange, warranties, test drives, and delivery.
Financial Health
StrongStrong · Growing · 0% CAGR over 5y
Location
Trajectory
5y · 2020–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsRetailer of used cars from multiple manufacturers via an online catalogue and appointment-based viewing. Provides vehicle finance arrangements, part‑exchange purchasing, delivery, short‑term…
Serves private car buyers and motorists in Derby and Derbyshire seeking used vehicles, finance options, part exchange, delivery, short-term insurance, warranties, or to sell their car.
Financial Health
StrongStrong · Growing, Hiring · 43% CAGR over 5y
Location
BAYTREE CARS LIMITED
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsSells used luxury and performance cars through an online showroom, including brands such as Ferrari, Bentley and Porsche. Offers vehicle finance, part‑exchange purchasing, and services for customers…
Serves private buyers and car enthusiasts seeking prestige, performance and supercar vehicles, particularly in Derby, Derbyshire and across the UK; also addresses owners looking to sell or…
Financial Health
HealthyHealthy · -62% CAGR over 4y
Location
John Cooper Derby Ltd
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsProvides vehicle maintenance and repair services including MOT testing, servicing, tyres, brakes, air conditioning, engine diagnostics, and wheel alignment for cars and motorcycles, with additional…
Serves car, motorcycle and commercial vehicle owners in Derby, including drivers of prestige, performance, hybrid and electric vehicles needing MOT, servicing, tyres or repairs.
Financial Health
StrongStrong · Growing, Hiring · 26% CAGR over 4y
Location
Carsource360 Limited
Trajectory
4y · 2022–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 4 filingsSells used cars through an online showroom, listing vehicles from multiple manufacturers. Offers vehicle finance, part‑exchange, car valuation and purchasing, delivery, warranty, and assistance…
Serves private motorists in Derby and Derbyshire looking to buy, finance, part-exchange, or sell used cars.
Financial Health
StrongStrong · Hiring · 19% CAGR over 3y
Location
MOBY DICK SCOOTERS LIMITED
Trajectory
3y · 2023–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsRetailer of new and used motorcycles, including Kawasaki models, with an online and in‑store shop. Also sells motorcycle clothing, helmets and accessories, and provides motorcycle servicing,…
Serves motorcycle riders and owners, primarily consumers, across Derby, Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire seeking new or used bikes, riding clothing, accessories, servicing, MOTs and repairs.
Financial Health
StableStable · Hiring · 8% CAGR over 2y
Location
East Midland Superbike Limited
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsRetailer of new and used motorcycles, including superbikes, scooters and sports bikes from brands such as Honda, BMW, Suzuki and Kawasaki. Offers part exchange and bike purchasing, finance and…
Serves private motorcycle buyers and riders seeking new or used bikes, from commuters to sports-bike enthusiasts, primarily in the East Midlands, across the UK and in Europe.
Financial Health
HealthyHealthy · Growing · 0% CAGR over 4y
Location
KENSINGTON CAR SALES LTD
Trajectory
5y · 2020–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
HealthyHealthy · 0% CAGR over 4y
Location
A'S PRESTIGE CARS LTD
Trajectory
1y · 2025–NowFinancial Health
Insufficient historyInsufficient history
Location
Aaa Uk Cars Limited
Trajectory
1y · 2025–NowFinancial Health
Insufficient historyInsufficient history
Location
Derby Transit Centre (AW) Ltd
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsProvides servicing and repair for cars and light commercial vehicles, including MOT testing, brakes, clutches, tyres, exhausts, diagnostics, air conditioning servicing, and maintenance for fleet…
Serves private motorists and business fleet operators with cars and light commercial vehicles, mainly local customers in Derbyshire plus national fleet motorists needing garage support.
Financial Health
StableStable · 0% CAGR over 4y
Location
Derby Auto Electrical
Trajectory
2y · 2024–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 2 filingsProvides vehicle repair and maintenance services including car servicing, MOT testing, electrical diagnostics and repairs, tyres, brakes, exhausts, batteries and air conditioning. Also supplies…
Serves retail vehicle owners, local businesses with fleets, and public sector bodies in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, including councils and large corporate operators.
Financial Health
StrongStrong · Hiring · 501% CAGR over 1y
Location
DERBY TYRES LIMITED
Trajectory
5y · 2022–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsSupplies and fits car, van and commercial vehicle tyres from multiple brands. Provides tyre replacement and repairs, run‑flat and low‑profile tyre fitting, computerised wheel alignment and balancing,…
Serves private motorists, van and truck owners, agricultural and forklift operators, and company or fleet accounts in Derby and surrounding areas needing tyres for a range of vehicle types.
Financial Health
StableStable · 0% CAGR over 4y
Location
Powerslide Motorcycles Derby Limited
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsRetailer of Suzuki and MV Agusta motorcycles, offering new and used bikes, motorcycle clothing and accessories. Provides workshop servicing, maintenance, repairs and MOT testing, plus sales enquiries…
Serves retail motorcycle buyers, riders and owners, including Suzuki and MV Agusta enthusiasts, seeking dealership, workshop, clothing and accessory support in the Derby and Stoke-on-Trent area.
Financial Health
StrongStrong
Location
Charnwood Prestige Limited
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsSells used cars, 4x4s and commercial vehicles through a dealership, listing available stock online. Provides vehicle sourcing, part‑exchange, and finance arrangements, and offers advice on vehicle…
Sells to private motorists and commercial vehicle buyers seeking used cars, 4x4s, vans and pickups, with part exchange, finance and vehicle sourcing for customers in and around Leicestershire.
Financial Health
StrongStrong
Location
G-TECH MOTOR-WORKS LIMITED
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsProvides servicing, MOT testing, diagnostics and mechanical repairs for cars, specialising in BMW and Volkswagen Group vehicles. Also offers performance modifications, ECU remapping, project car…
Serves private motorists and car enthusiasts, especially owners of BMW, Audi, Volkswagen, Seat, Mini, Porsche and Bentley vehicles in Derby and the Midlands, plus some drivers of other makes.
Financial Health
StrongStrong · Hiring · 12% CAGR over 4y
Location
TRACKSIDE AUTO CENTRE INT LIMITED
Trajectory
3y · 2023–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsFinancial Health
WeakWeak · 0% CAGR over 2y
Location
MOTOR SOLUTIONS SALES LTD
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
StableStable
Location
£r Trading Uk Ltd
Trajectory
1y · 2025–NowFinancial Health
Insufficient historyInsufficient history
Location
SAMAGI MOTOR CAR LIMITED
Trajectory
1y · 2024–NowFinancial Health
Insufficient historyInsufficient history
Location
WHEELS ON DEMAND LTD
Trajectory
5y · 2022–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
StableStable
Location
TEST DRIVE MOTORS LIMITED
Trajectory
1y · 2025–NowFinancial Health
Insufficient historyInsufficient history
Location
Auto 1 Car Care Products Ltd
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
StableStable · 0% CAGR over 4y
Location
Mvs Auto Service & Repair Limited
Trajectory
4y · 2022–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 4 filingsProvides vehicle maintenance and repair services including car servicing, MOT testing and repairs, tyres, wheel alignment, exhaust and brake work, engine diagnostics, cambelt and clutch replacements,…
Serves private motorists and vehicle owners in Ilkeston and surrounding Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire communities, including owners of all vehicle types seeking a local independent garage.
Financial Health
DistressedDistressed · -7% CAGR over 3y
Location
Hillside Leisure UK Limited
Trajectory
4y · 2022–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 4 filingsDesigns and builds campervan and motorhome conversions based on Volkswagen, MAN and Ford vans, including Transporter, Multivan and Crafter models. Sells new and used campervans, and offers custom…
Serves private leisure customers, couples and families in the UK looking to buy new or used campervans and motorhomes, including buyers wanting everyday vehicle versatility and tailored layouts.
Financial Health
StableStable · Hiring · 3% CAGR over 3y
Location
M B Car Sales Limited
Trajectory
4y · 2022–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 4 filingsServes private motorists and business buyers seeking cars or commercial vehicles.
Financial Health
StrongStrong · Growing, Hiring · 44% CAGR over 3y
Location
G.R.S MOTORS LTD
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
DistressedDistressed
Location
Hopwell & Foster Motor Repairs Ltd.
Trajectory
3y · 2022–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsProvides vehicle maintenance and repair services including car, van and motorhome servicing, MOT testing and preparation, air conditioning servicing, diagnostics, tyres, brakes, exhausts, welding and…
Serves private motorists, van and motorhome owners, and local commercial vehicle operators in the Derby area, including businesses needing PSV and LGV servicing or inspections under contract.
Financial Health
HealthyHealthy · Growing · 0% CAGR over 2y
Location
Aston Engineering Limited
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsProvides servicing, restoration, and engine and drivetrain rebuilding for classic Aston Martin vehicles, including DB4, DB5 and later models. Supplies genuine parts and sells classic Aston Martin…
Serves private owners, collectors and buyers of classic and heritage Aston Martin vehicles, including DB4, DB5, DB6, V8, DB7 and V12 Vanquish models, plus parts customers worldwide.
Financial Health
StableStable · -7% CAGR over 4y
Location
J.g.bestwick Limited
Trajectory
3y · 2023–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsSells automotive parts and accessories and provides vehicle-related services including towbar fitting, dash cam and parking sensor installation, number plate supply, key cutting and locksmith…
Serves local consumers in Derbyshire, including motorists, caravan and motorhome owners, cyclists and horse trailer owners needing vehicle accessories, fittings and related retail services.
Financial Health
StableStable · 0% CAGR over 2y
Location
KHAN CARS LTD
Trajectory
3y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsFinancial Health
WeakWeak · 0% CAGR over 3y
Location
Marcars & Body Repairs Ltd
Trajectory
2y · 2024–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 2 filingsFinancial Health
DistressedDistressed · 0% CAGR over 1y
Location
Burnaston Car Sales Ltd
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
DistressedDistressed · 0% CAGR over 4y
Location
Trajectory
3y · 2023–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsFinancial Health
StrongStrong
Location
HARWOOD PERFORMANCE SOURCE LTD
Trajectory
5y · 2020–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
StableStable · -5% CAGR over 4y
Location
SA TESTING LTD
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
DistressedDistressed
Location
KDT (MIDLANDS) LTD
Trajectory
4y · 2022–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 4 filingsFinancial Health
DistressedDistressed · 0% CAGR over 3y
Location
DERBY 4X4 AND TOWBARS LIMITED
Trajectory
5y · 2020–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsProvides servicing, diagnostics, repairs and ECU tuning for Land Rover vehicles using dealer‑level diagnostic equipment. Supplies and fits towbars for cars and vans, and carries out general 4x4…
Serves Land Rover and 4x4 owners, plus car and van owners needing towbar fitting, including private motorists and light commercial vehicle operators.
Financial Health
StrongStrong · 0% CAGR over 1y
Location
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How Derby Automotive Retail companies work and how to sell to them
What they do
Automotive retailers in Derby typically make money through a blend of front-end vehicle margin, finance and insurance commission, warranty attachment, parts mark-up and workshop labour. Used-vehicle sales can be cash or financed, while newer-vehicle and fleet work often involves credit, preparation, delivery and servicing commitments. Aftersales gives the model its repeatable element: service plans, repair bookings, diagnostics, tyres, parts and trade supply keep customers returning after the initial sale. Pricing is therefore mixed, with one-off transaction values around vehicles and lower-ticket recurring work around labour, parts and customer retention.
Who they sell to
Most sell to a split of private motorists, local employers, fleet operators and trade buyers. The consumer decision is often shaped by monthly affordability, part-exchange value, vehicle availability and confidence in aftercare. Business buyers tend to involve an owner, finance director, operations manager or fleet lead, with procurement becoming more formal when several vehicles, service cover or parts supply are bundled together. Sales cycles are usually short for retail purchases, but fleet, warranty, finance and workshop packages can take longer because credit, compliance checks and service-level expectations sit alongside price.
What they buy
Automotive retail firms tend to spend on systems that connect enquiry capture, stock management, finance documentation, aftersales bookings and customer follow-up. Common pitches include CRM, dealer management software, accounting, payment processing, call handling, digital advertising, valuation tools, website services, security, compliance workflow and customer messaging. Workshop-led operators also buy technician recruitment, training, parts procurement, equipment finance, facilities maintenance, insurance broking and health and safety support. The useful distinction for sellers is whether the prospect is stock-led, workshop-led or fleet-led, because each group measures value through a different operating bottleneck.
Why and how to sell to them
Buying interest usually rises when stock funding tightens, enquiry volumes soften, workshop utilisation falls, complaints increase or a new sales, finance or aftersales lead starts reviewing process. Derby automotive retail buyers tend to respond better to operational evidence than broad efficiency claims: fewer lost leads, cleaner finance files, faster stock turn, more booked labour hours or better retention after a sale. Outbound messages should separate the showroom and workshop use cases, since a dealer principal may care about margin leakage while an aftersales director is trying to fill bays and reduce missed appointments.
How this list is built
Data sources
This list is built from UK Companies House filings, XBRL accounts data, and semantic analysis of each company's public website. Revenue and headcount figures come from the most recent filed accounts; where the company has not filed, values are estimated using a model trained on filed history and peer benchmarks and are labelled as estimates.
Classification
Rather than relying solely on SIC codes, Firmbase classifies each company semantically: the company's website is crawled, an AI model reads what the company actually sells, and the company is placed into the relevant industry and subsectors. SIC codes are used as one signal but not the only one. This means a company that registered under a generic SIC code but pivoted into (for example) fintech is correctly identified as fintech, not as its original SIC category.
Freshness
The underlying company data is refreshed from Companies House continuously; filings appear in the list within days of submission. The curated list ordering is regenerated when the underlying data moves meaningfully (company count changes by more than 5%, a new company enters the top-ranked segment, or the filed-revenue numbers for the top firms change). You can see the last-updated timestamp near the top of the page.
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