VIP opening for new Volkswagen Van Centre in Sheffield
An all-new, state-of-the-art Volkswagen Van Centre was officially opened in Sheffield on Tuesday 15 May, by Hans-Heiner Tueting, Head of Sales worldwide at Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. With premises covering 1.3 acres and costing over £2.5 million, this is the largest and latest addition to Volkswagen’s unique, nationwide network of dedicated van centres, and will be run by Gilder, one of the oldest Volkswagen retailers in the UK.
Head of Business at the Gilder Van Centre, Sheffield, David May said: ‘The new Gilder Van Centre will provide the best one-stop shop for light commercial vehicle operators throughout South Yorkshire, North Derbyshire, North Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire. Our customers can be assured of receiving a highly professional service in a modern and friendly environment.’
The new van centre has a large workshop with eight service bays fully equipped with the latest diagnostic and servicing systems, plus a spacious, modern showroom displaying Volkswagen’s award-winning light commercial vehicle range including the Crafter, Transporter, Transporter Shuttle, Caddy and Caravelle MPV.
Other products and services available include fleet sales, parts and accessories, Class 4 and 7 MOT, van rental, specialist conversions and courtesy vehicles, plus Assured Used vans and a range of attractive finance options specifically designed for business users from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle Finance.
The van centre currently employs 25 staff including highly qualified technicians, finance advisors and sales personnel, accumulating 175 years combined experience with Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles.
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Director, Robert Hazelwood, commented: ‘This is an impressive addition to Volkswagen’s growing network of dedicated and professional van centres.’
The new Gilder Van Centre is located on Europa Close, Europa Link, Sheffield,
S9 1XS and can be contacted on 0114 242 7900. For further details of Volkswagen Van Centres or range of vans, visit the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles website at volkswagen-vans.co.uk.
