Yes. Customer and vehicle records required to continue supporting your vehicle ownership experience will transfer as part of the business acquisition, ensuring continuity of service and aftersales support.
Sandown Group Announces Acquisition of FG Barnes Guildford
On 31 July 2026, Sandown Motors Limited acquired the FG Barnes business in Guildford, and are delighted to welcome all FG Barnes customers to the Sandown family.
Our upmost priority is to ensure a smooth and seamless transition for all our customers. Whether you purchased your vehicle from FG Barnes, service your vehicle with the business, or are considering your next purchase, you can continue to expect the high levels of care and professional support you have come to know at Sandown Guildford.
The entire FG Barnes team has transferred to Sandown so all customers can look forward to a warm welcome and a familiar face on their next visit to the business.
What This Means for Customers
The business will continue to operate from its current location on Moorfield Road on Slyfield Industrial Estate, and our commitment is to build on the strong customer relationships established by FG Barnes over its proud 125 year history.
As part of our plans for the business:
OMODA | JAECOO sales and aftersales operations will continue as normal.
On 1 August 2026, we opened a flagship Chery dealership on site, offering Sales and Aftersales for one of the UK’s most exciting, fastest-growing new brands.
We will also continue to operate as a Nissan Authorised Repairer, ensuring Nissan customers can continue to access official Nissan manufacturer-approved servicing, maintenance, repair and parts support.
We will continue to provide specialist Vauxhall Aftersales support, including servicing, maintenance, repair and parts for Vauxhall owners.
We will continue to provide MOT for all passenger vehicle brands as well as MOT for our van customers.
We will no longer operate the Vauxhall New Car sales franchise, however, we will continue to offer an extensive range of expertly prepared Vauxhall Used Cars.
About Sandown
Sandown is a local, family-owned retailer with a long-standing reputation for delivering exceptional customer service over 45 years.
Sandown proudly represents Chery, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Omoda Jaecoo and smart in locations across the South of England. We are passionate about creating outstanding sales and aftersales experiences for our customers and investing in our brands, facilities and team.
We are excited for the future at Sandown Guildford and look forward to introducing the Sandown customer benefits and strengthening the trusted relationships customers enjoy with the dealership team.
A change of ownership will naturally raise questions so we have included some information below to help answer these. Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Sandown looks forward to welcoming all FG Barnes customers to Sandown Guildford soon and to supporting all motoring needs for many years to come.
Your Questions Answered
Yes. The dealership will continue to operate from its current location, allowing customers to continue accessing the sales and aftersales services they know and trust.
We remain absolutely committed to supporting Vauxhall customers. The dealership will continue to provide specialist Vauxhall aftersales services, including servicing, maintenance, repairs and parts. Whilst Vauxhall New Cars will no longer be available on site, we will continue to offer a wide range of expertly prepared Vauxhall Used Cars.
Yes. The dealership will continue to operate as a Nissan Authorised Repairer, providing official Nissan manufacturer-approved servicing, maintenance, repair and parts support for Nissan customers.
Chery is one of the world's largest vehicle manufacturers and is one of the UK’s most competitive new brands. We are excited to introduce a flagship Chery dealership to the site, offering customers outstanding value and an expanding range of innovative and technologically advanced vehicles. Learn more about Chery here.
Yes. Existing manufacturer warranties, service plans and maintenance agreements will continue to be honoured in accordance with their terms and conditions.
Yes. Our firm intention is to maintain continuity so we are retaining the skills and expertise of the existing team to continue supporting our customers.
No action is required. You can continue to contact and visit the dealership as normal. Should any specific action be required in relation to your vehicle, service plan or customer account, we will contact you directly.
If you have any questions about the transition or the services available to you, please contact the dealership team who will be happy to help.