08/07/2026
This week marks my 20th anniversary at the business, at least in a shirt and tie. Prior to this I did whatever was needed (or was told to do) cleaning cars, driving the van to pick up parts for the mechanics, or sweeping the workshop floor. July 2006 marked the start of my education on the subject of Rolls-Royce and Bentley motor cars, a huge subject matter that in my opinion nobody will ever learn in its entirety, but I am having a good go 😊
The people that initially taught be about the cars and the industry are no longer around, I will always miss them, but I hope my own enthusiasm and passion for the cars that they loved is a fitting tribute to their memory.
Much has happened over the last twenty years to say the least, chapters conclude and new ones begin. During this time, I have been privileged to have bought, sold, driven and restored some amazing cars as well as meeting their often colourful and interesting owners.
Running a business like ours is a huge team effort. Without such a talented and hard-working group of people at the company and the tremendous support I receive from my family, this simply wouldn’t be possible. Thank you to you all.
The company is 80 years old in a few weeks’ time and my ambition is to see it through to its 100th birthday. I think by then I will be due a rest. But for now, that can wait as I am off to test another car. Now where is my trusty notepad and pen………………….
