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Vertu Motors has opened a Toyota centre in Ayr, Scotland trading under its Macklin brand
This is Macklin’s third Toyota franchise in Scotland, sitting alongside dealerships in Glasgow and Hamilton.
Macklin Motors Toyota Ayr is led by Angus Mclelland, who is well known by Toyota customers in the area, having managed the previous Toyota centre for more than 15 years.
The centre has also welcomed back Master Technician, John White, who in addition to having over 24 years’ experience with Toyota GB, is a former National Technician of the Year for the brand.
Chris McKenzie, CMA General Manager at Macklin Motors, said: “I’m really pleased we are able to bring Toyota back to the people of Ayr and delighted that a familiar face to many, Angus, will be managing the centre.
Robert Forrester, CEO Vertu Motors, said: “The opening of our new Toyota Ayr centre is a testament to our commitment to providing excellent service and quality vehicles to our customers in the West of Scotland.”
Pictured (l to r) are Angus McLelland, general manager); Gary Sample, project manager); and Chris McKenzie CMA general manager.