Ebbett Group and Winger have signed a deal for the Isuzu brand in Hamilton.
Ebbett, one of New Zealand’s largest dealership groups, will now take on Isuzu from November 2 with a new premises underway in Te Rapa.
Ebbett managing director Ben van den Engel says the deal is “a very exciting prospect”.
“It’s a strong brand, particularly well represented by the D-Max Ute and it’s going to be a very valuable addition to our new dealership.
“Our customers know that new Colorado sales finish this year when General Motors pull out of New Zealand, by bringing in Isuzu we can now offer them the perfect alternative.
“Ebbett and Winger Hamilton have a good relationship that spans over 30 years and this deal ultimately suits Isuzu, Winger Hamilton and ourselves so I think we are all happy to get it done and we look forward to the handover,” van den Engel says.
Winger Group Isuzu dealer principal Paul Burborough says “Isuzu is a really good brand but we feel we have a lot of other opportunities to pursue at the moment so it’s the right time to let it go and allow us to focus elsewhere in the business”.
“We wish both Isuzu and Ebbett all the best for the future along with our loyal Isuzu customers that have supported us over the last eight years.”
The new Ebbett dealership in Te Rapa will feature General Motors Speciality Vehicles (GMSV) Seat, Cupra and a large used vehicle operation in addition to the Isuzu brand and the continuing parts and service operations for Holden.
The new site will also benefit from a full paint and panel shop along with a large tyre shop independently owned and operated. The full automotive development is due to open in early 2021.
