The Family behind Central Cars
Twenty-one years of looking after drivers
In 2004, we began with three cars and one forecourt. We believed buying a used car should be something to enjoy. That belief still shapes the way we work at Central Cars.
Trust Earned One Purchase at a Time
Why drivers choose us again
Most of our sales come from customers returning to us or recommending us to others. We build those relationships by selecting cars we would be happy to own, preparing them thoroughly and explaining our prices. Good experiences bring friends, relatives and colleagues to our business.
Our family still owns and runs Central Cars in Grimsby. The sales, preparation and aftersales teams work under the same roof, connecting the advice you receive with the people caring for your vehicle. We give you personal attention and the space to decide.
After more than 4,800 car sales, our commitment remains the same: we only supply cars we would be comfortable recommending to our own family.
Our Values in Everyday Practice
Thoughtful service, from enquiry to ownership
Advice without a Sales Deadline
Our advisers receive a salary rather than sales commission. Their role is to help you feel informed and confident, whether you are ready to buy now or need longer to consider your options.
Checks That Every Car Must Pass
Before a vehicle is approved for sale, our workshop completes a 168-point inspection. Approximately one in four cars we assess fails to meet our requirements.
Clear Prices and Vehicle History
We compare our pricing with the market and set out the fixed £200 administration fee and £0.30-per-mile delivery cost. Before you agree to buy, we also explain all the vehicle-history information available to us.
Support as You Enjoy Your Car
At least 12 months of warranty cover comes with every vehicle. You also have a national repair network and direct access to our team, who know the car you have bought.
Careful Preparation, Every Time
What goes into getting your car ready
- Start with the records — before buying a car, we check its mileage, service documentation and HPI history.
- A 168-point workshop inspection — our checks include brakes, suspension, electronics, diagnostics and a road test.
- Service and MOT checks — we complete servicing when required and provide a new 12-month MOT where fewer than six months are left.
- A thorough final clean — every car receives a full interior and exterior valet before handover.
Discover your car for yourself — where you normally drive
Choose your vehicle online and arrange delivery to your door in 5–14 days. From arrival, you have 14 days to drive and inspect it, with a full refund available if it is not the car for you.