Irish Rugy ace opens latest MG Dealership as the new MG3 spyshots and MG GS facelift are available.

Irish rugby legend, Rory Best, officially opened the all-new MG showroom at Greg Mitchell Motors in Strabane on Friday, 26May 2017. A further expansion to the site, the new development will be used exclusively for retailing MG’s latest model line-up.

With special offers, test drive bookings and the chance to touch shoulders with one of Ireland’s rugby heroes, the Greg Mitchell Motors launch evening was a fantastic experience for sport fanatics and savvy motorists alike. Alongside a ribbon cutting ceremony, Rory organised rugby activities for local children, as well as talking about his championship-winning career and the Lions tour to New Zealand.

Greg Mitchell, owner of Greg Mitchell Motors, commented: “Expanding and joining the MG dealer network is a big step forward for the business. The honour of having Rory Best officially opening our new showroom was the icing on the cake. With an award-winning range of stylish cars, fitted with the latest vehicle technologies, MG has the perfect model for every driver. Fun, practical and affordable, you can get behind the wheel of a new MG without breaking the bank!”

Alongside highlighting the stylish MG3 Supermini and family-friendly MG GS SUV, the launch evening saw the Ulster and Ireland hooker showcase the all-new MG XS Compact SUV. Revealed to the public at The London Motor Show earlier this month (4 May), the state-of-the-art model will be available to test drive later this year.

Featuring the latest in driver technology, in-car infotainment and next-generation vehicle design, the MG XS offers a glimpse of the future for MG’s iconic model range. Available in two engine derivatives and either automatic or manual transmission, the MG XS has been specifically-developed to suit market demand for a competitively-priced, family-friendly Compact SUV.

Matthew Cheyne, Head of Sales and Marketing at MG Motor UK, added: “The launch of the new Greg Mitchell Motors MG showroom was a fantastic opportunity for MG to engage with motorists across Northern Ireland, as well as introduce our latest models.

“We continue to grow our network, with almost 80 dealers across the UK and Ireland. We’re confident that Greg Mitchell Motors will be a fantastic addition to the MG network.”

UK MG Dealer wins the a prestigious award from SAIC Motor Global MG Dealer Awards.

Nathaniel Cars, a leading MG dealership based in South Wales, is celebrating after taking home the highly-prestigious Four Star Award for Excellence at the SAIC Motor Global MG Dealer Awards. The ceremony, which took place at the Shanghai International Motor Show last month (21st April), recognises outstanding performance from across the manufacturer’s global dealer network. 

Commended for outstanding passion, commitment to the brand and dedication to delivering customer service excellence, Nathaniel Cars was the only UK dealer to receive an award. 

The silverware adds to a growing list of accolades for the Bridgend-based business, which include being named MG UK Dealer of The Year 2016 and featuring within the top 5% of all British dealerships in the Auto Express Driver Power Best Car Dealers report 2017. 

Nathan Griffiths, sales manager at Nathaniel Cars, commented: “Providing outstanding service and delighting customers are two of our key priorities. To be awarded – not just on a national level, but across the world – for our continued successes and performance is a significant accolade and one that the entire team is humbled to have received. 

“With a growing range of stylish, family-friendly vehicles that offer fun, functionality and practical performance at a highly affordable price point, MG continues to drive forward as one of the fastest-growing automotive manufacturers. We’re proud to be part of such an exciting global network and see huge potential for future growth.” 

Matthew Cheyne, Head of Sales and Marketing at MG Motor UK, added: “As a top performer in the MG dealer network, Nathaniel Cars is renowned for delivering outstanding service for motorists. We’d like to offer our congratulations to Nathan and the team for taking home the Four Star Award – a true reflection of the team’s drive, determination, commitment and outstanding performance.”

Based in Bridgend, South Wales, Nathaniel Cars is one of the UK’s leading MG dealerships. Retailing both the stylish MG3 Supermini (available from £8,695) and family-friendly SUV, the MG GS (starting at just £15,095), motorists are promised a warm welcome, in-depth product knowledge and affordable prices.

This week, Maidstone MG officially opened the doors to its all-new, £1 million showroom in Parkwood.

This week, Maidstone MG officially opened the doors to its all-new, £1 million showroom in Parkwood. To celebrate the launch, the award-winning dealer is offering customers £500 of free fuel for every new MG GS and MG3 purchased from 22nd May, until 4th June 2017, making an already great motoring deal even sweeter.

The modern, 5,000 sq ft facility will allow the dealership to showcase the super-fun Supermini, the MG3, as well as the MG GS, the brand’s first SUV. Of course, there will also be dedicated space for the next addition for the brand, the much-anticipated Compact-SUV. Unveiled at the London Motor Show earlier this month, the MG XS is expected in showrooms at the end of the year.

The dealership, which joined the MG network in 2015, is renowned for having a great product line-up and excellent customer service. Recently recognised as a top performing dealership at MG’s annual dealer conference, the Kent-based business continues to expand. Developing new premises comes as part of a long-term strategy to meet growing customer demand, providing the perfect platform for continued future growth.

Commenting on the development, Danial Brann, Sales Manager at Maidstone MG, said: “We believe the key to running a successful car dealership is simple – a great product, supported by excellent customer service. This simple mix has helped to grow our business significantly over the past three years, culminating in the opening of a new showroom.

“To celebrate the opening, our two week ‘free fuel’ giveaway will give motorists yet another reason to get behind the wheel of a brand-new MG and drive away happy. MG’s range is fun, family-friendly and surprisingly affordable, with each model offering the perfect blend of style, practicality and performance.”

Matthew Cheyne, Head of Sales and Marketing at MG Motor UK, added: “As one of the network’s top-performers, Maidstone MG is well-known across Kent and the surrounding areas as a trusted, friendly, local car dealership. We wish Danial and the team every success for the launch of their new showroom.”

The MG range has something for everyone. The MG GS is the perfect family car. It comes in three trim levels and starts from just £15,095 – that’s almost a massive £4,000 cheaper than an entry level Qashqai. Available in a range of six striking colours, with spec and tech to match, its roomy interior is great for families who need a vehicle with acres of luggage space.

Meanwhile, the MG3 Supermini is a great all-rounder that’s perfect for younger drivers with its low insurance group rating and price starting at just £8,695. Unlike many cars in its class, space is not compromised in the front or rear of the MG3, which can comfortably carry five, 6ft adults.

Maidstone MG is part of the FG Barnes Group – one of the south-east’s leading car dealership groups, boasting more than 115 years’ experience in the retail of new and used cars. For more information about Maidstone MG, or the company’s new showroom, visit www.maidstonemg.co.uk. 

TMW - The 2016 MG GS - The SUV thats as good as cars far more expensive

2005 was a year that many thousands of people remember for the closure of the once huge conglomerate that was MG-Rover, a few owners later and we have MG Motors UK, the company that builds cars in both China and Thailand, and imports cars to the UK.

The first of these was the MG6, then the MG3, and now the MG GS Crossover, the MG6 was removed from the UK and we are left with two really good cars, and it is one of these cars we have been testing out over the last week, the GS, in top trim level, Exclusive, with the seven speed DCT automatic transmission.

The car looks the part, it is a good looking, well proportioned car, the lines flow from front to rear, and the lighting is well designed to that it fits in with the total design, the doors are well weighted, and shut with a  very solid thunk, nothing tinny or cheap feeling here, you do not need to put too much effort into closing it either. 

Once inside the car you can manoeuvre the seats and steering wheel in a multitude of directions so that you can get comfortable, and once you get into position, everything it near and handy, no stretching for buttons, switchgear or to utilise the very intuitive touchscreen, which is one of the better ones i have come across.

The 1.5 litre TGI engine is really good, it's not the same 1.5 litre powerplant you will find in the MG3 though, this has more "get up and go" and does it go, not 'arf, driving the car along at a steady speed and you really do not notice the seven speed auto change gear, and even with some poke, the gear change is still not that bad at all, the start/stop system assists in keeping the fuel consumption under control and the brands claimed figures of :-

• URBAN - 36.6mpg
• EXTRA URBAN - 53.2mpg
• COMBINED - 45.5mpg

are not that bad for a car in this class and with the weight of the car at 1467kg (Unladen) helps with the fuel consumption too.

There is more than sufficient space in the rear seats  for three adults to sit in comfort, i had the car with five adults and it was still swift, comfortable and a pleasure to drive, there is more than enough glass for you see all around the car, and the larger than expected wing mirrors, which fold in on locking the car, give you a good view of what's behind you at all times.

The boot space is not the biggest in the class, but it does offer enough for most people, and in our car at least, it came with a spare wheel, which these days is very rare, anything to shave a few kilos of the car's weight is something most brands do.

The CO2 of this car is a tad on the high side at 141g/km, and the 55 litre fuel tank will give you a range, if you get the claimed figures, of 644 miles, however, you will be very lucky to achieve this, as most people tend to have a little lead in their right foot.

The car comes with a tonne of kit as standard and this model is equipped with

• 18" Alloy Wheels
• LED Daytime Running Lights]Front Fog Lights
• Leather Sports Seats  
• Lumbar Seat on Drivers Side
• Electrically Adjustable Front Seats
• Leather Steering Wheel with Audio Controls
• Paddle Shift
• iGO Navigation
• DAB Radio
• Auto Air Con
• Bluetooth
• Auto Headlamps
• Auto Wipers
• Cruise Control
• Rear Parking Sensors and Camera
• Electrically Adjustable and heated Door Mirrors
• Stop/Start
• Hill Hold Assist
• Side Step
• Lazy Locking

And many more, so for the total price including options of £22,344.98 you are getting a large well made, well equipped and decent car, the options on this model were 18" Wave black alloy wheels @ £900, black exterior trim @ £199.99 and the leather lux pack @ £249.99.

On the road the car is quiet and grips really well, you can "throw" the car about and you never seen to unsettle it in any way, it keeps up with the traffic, and on the motorway can cruise nicely at 70mph and should you need to overtake it can easily and quickly build up some speed to do this without the worry of it struggling.

Around town and again the car copes well, the gearbox is really intuitive and it seems to always be in the correct gear, when you need it, however, an emergency braking manoeuvre does get the rear end to wiggle a little but nothing that you can not cope will and correct.

The downsides of the car, well, there are a couple, firstly the optional side steps, they are a real pain, trying to get out of the car is nigh on impossible if you want to not rub your legs against them, i know i did every time i got out, and i have ended up with more trousers/jeans to wash this week than normal, and the other issue, the rear view camera and tailgate, the camera gets very dirty very quickly.

This in turn means you can not see what's behind you when you need it most, and the design of the built in handle again means you get really dirty, opening and closing the tailgate, so, thats the only issues.

OVERALL

Well, apart from the optional side steps and the tailgate/camera, this is really a good car, very good for the money, the range stars at £15k and that model comes with some kit as standard, more up to the next and it gets better, and then move it on further to the top of the range and you truly get a car that should be seling in numbers far more than it does already, but that will come in time.

If the car and kit does not do it for you, well, throw in a full five year factory backed warranty, lowish insurance level (16E), and a car that draws looks and comments from others, as this is what happened when i was out and about in the GS, and to be honest, when i am ready to change my own car, i will seriously be looking at this, as i was mightily impressed with the entire package of the car.

You would be wrong to not consider this when you are looking for a brand new car in this class.

MG Motor UK is pleased to welcome Suffolk dealer, Brandon Car Centre, to the network.

MG Motor UK is pleased to welcome Suffolk dealer, Brandon Car Centre, to the network.

Already well established within the community of Brandon, MG’s newest dealer has predominantly focused on selling used cars. After Director Daniel Freeman decided to utilise his team’s extensive franchise dealer experience, he chose MG to be the first franchise they brought into the dealership.

Daniel said: “We saw MG complementing us perfectly. We’ve got a significant database of loyal customers who we believe will be really taken with the MG models.

“We’re thoroughly looking forward to having the cars in the showroom. We’re re-decorating to make it MG branded and we think the funky MG3 and fantastic MG6 will sit in there perfectly. Day one of trading has already gone fantastically with an existing customer coming in first thing this morning, taking the MG6 for a test drive and buying it!”

The dealership is positioned in Brandon, a small market town in Suffolk just over the border from Norfolk. Daniel added: “As people head from London to North Norfolk, they will pass by us so we’re hoping that the vivid branding and great cars will turn more people’s heads than just that of the 10,000 plus population of Brandon.”

Matthew Cheyne, Head of Sales and Marketing for MG, said: “We are delighted to be adding another great dealer to our ever-growing network. Despite many offers from other manufacturers, Daniel and his team has chosen MG to be their first franchise; which we think is a real honour.

“In the next month we’ve got a handful of new dealers coming on-board with more of our open points getting covered, including a key one that we think people will be happy about!”