United Kingdom — October 8, 2025 — The Austin Motor Company Limited has officially announced the appointment of Shortfield Garage Limited, located in Godalming, Surrey, as its newest authorized retailer and aftersales service center.
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The new dealership, which will operate under the name Austin Surrey, will be the first official Austin retailer in more than four decades, marking the beginning of the company’s ambitious plan to rebuild a network of Austin dealerships across the UK and Europe.
Founded in 2009, Shortfield Garage is a family-run business with a strong reputation for excellence in customer service, vehicle maintenance, and the sale of high-quality pre-owned cars. The company will now officially represent the Austin brand in Surrey, offering customers a complete experience — including sales, servicing, parts, and specialist maintenance.
The new showroom will open its doors featuring the new Austin Arrow, the brand’s latest release, with additional models planned to join Austin Motor’s Heritage and Contemporary lines soon.
A milestone in the brand’s revival
According to Nigel Gordon-Stewart, Chairman and CEO of The Austin Motor Company Limited, the appointment marks a decisive step in the manufacturer’s new era:
“We are delighted to announce the appointment of our first new retailer, Shortfield Garage, to our Austin network, known as Austin Surrey. We look forward to working with Andy Parsons, Darren Belmore, and the entire team as they expand their business under the Austin brand. This is the first step in our revival plan, with more appointments planned across the UK, Europe, and other markets where Austin once played a significant role.”
The Austin Surrey showroom will be located on Mill Lane, Godalming, near the main station connecting to London Waterloo, and will serve as a hub for enthusiasts and new customers of the brand.
Source and images: The Austin Motor Company Limited. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
