newsletter Autumn 2014 The Startin Group… ’since 1840’ is very much after all these years a firmly rooted family owned company, in its second ‘dynasty’ with the Freeman family. Managing Director Gerald Freeman would like you to hear from two of the current Chairman’s (Peter Freeman) grandsons, (Gerald’s son Tim and Nephew Ben) some of the best and exciting new technology revolutionising new cars. In my opinion there has never been a better time to buy a new car, interest rates are low, fuel consumption figures are low, deals are strong and the quality of new cars is better than it’s ever been. As you delve into this latest edition of the newsletter you’ll see exactly what I mean. I can foresee a lot of change in the motor industry in the coming years with the wealth of new small turbo petrol engines that rival a diesel's economy and emissions without having to compromise on power (123bhp from a 1.0L Ford engine!!!). This will help all our cars reach the next Euro 6 criteria (you can read about Euro 6 and engine direction on p3). Hybrid powertrains are becoming ever more prominent ranging from high powered supercars like the new 2015 Honda NSX all the way to city cars like the Honda Jazz Hybrid, however the biggest revolution I expect to see is the introduction of Hydrogen fuel cell technology. It is already tried and tested in California, but as the infrastructure for Hydrogen builds in the UK, I have no doubt that in the coming years we may start seeing the Honda FCEV appearing on our roads, emitting nothing but water vapour. That I think will be the start of the future! At the Helm Timothy Freeman I started in the motor trade in 2006 just after I left school at 18, I had no idea what I wanted to do in life but the family business seemed the right thing to do and after 8 years I am 100% happy it was the right decision. It has been an interesting 8 years so far in the motor trade, from watching the market collapse in 2008 through to seeing Ben Winslow My name is Ben Winslow, Director of Startin Group Ltd and Dealer Principal for Startin Skoda. I left college and started working for the family business in 1992. I am shortly going to be starting my 23rd year. This means the big ‘40’ is looming. I knew from the age of four years old, all I was interested in was cars! It was therefore an easy decision to make to join the family business. I guess it’s been an honour for me to have been able to work in all departments and four franchises throughout my career and this has given me a great understanding of the whole business. continued on page 2… startingroup.co.uk You can trust us at Startin 2 …continued from front The Motor trade for me has changed dramatically over the years. Gone are the days of Arthur Daley and Fred in the shed. Our dealerships now are very professional and work to very tight processes, concentrating heavily on the customer experience. For me, happy, loyal customers keep us providing a quality and personal service to you, something you just don’t get in the present world of internet shopping. In 2005 Startin Group Ltd acquired Startin Skoda, formerly Bowling Green Garage. The years here with Skoda have been very enjoyable albeit challenging at times. I have to say now that Skoda really is a fantastic brand and has won countless awards over the last 5 years, not only with their vehicles but also as a manufacturer. I look forward to the future with Skoda for many more years. To aid our future growth we are planning a radical new change early in 2015 here at Powick, so watch this space, you will be the first to know. Have you seen the all new Peugeot 108 yet? It’s a brand new model this summer and it’s a real cracker… 3 or 5 doors, Touch screen, Hard Top or Cabrio roof and 7 personalisation schemes. All from only £8,295 otr. It’s definitely as Peugeot put it “Chic, full of character and with a multitude of colours and personalisation options, the hardest part is choosing!” Peugeot do a finance programme called ‘Passport – Personal lease’ …under this scheme a 108 3-Door Active is £99 per month. What amazing value for money for the latest hot car on the market. Why not call in to our Redditch super site and take a test drive and have a closer look…this is easily in our opinion the best new small car. With September firmly in our midst why not take advantage of the many offers on new cars throughout the Startin Group (some are listed within our newsletter, others require you to call in and see just what we can do for you!) and get yourself in a new ‘64’ registration car? Everyone has got some excellent deals on the table… some of which we can’t advertise so do give your local Startin Sales Manager a bell. Where peace of mind comes as Standard Redditch If you’re coming into our Redditch super site where we have Peugeot, Kia and Fiat… what’s new for you to keep an eye out for? Well, including the all new Peugeot 108, why not have a good look at the new Panda 4x4, Peugeot 208 special edition Roland Garross or have a look at the new Kia VR7 range. We’d love to show you round Euro 6 engine Euro 6 is the latest diesel engine emission legislation being driven by the European Commission. Since 1993, when the very first ‘Euro 1’ legislation was introduced for trucks and buses, the European Commission has regulated the amount of pollutants coming out of the tail-pipe of a diesel engine. In particular, the Commission identified two key constituents within the exhaust stream – Oxides of Nitrogen or ‘NOx’, and ‘Particulate Matter (PM - basically soot particle) – as being harmful and which needed to be controlled and reduced. As a result, over the past 20 years, European engine makers have invested heavily in developing new technology which has seen the levels of NOx and PM (as well as other elements such as unburnt hydrocarbons) in the exhaust of all new diesel-engine trucks and buses falling dramatically, with a consequent improvement in air quality. Such has been the response of the manufacturers to the challenge of reducing exhaust emissions that the air coming out of the tail-pipe of a Euro 6 diesel engine is cleaner than ever before, with permitted NOx levels reduced by 75% compared with the current Euro 5 standard. And thanks to changes governing the way particulates have to be measured, the reduction in PM is closer to 99%! The arrival of Euro 6 also sees the adoption of a new test procedure for certifying the new generation of low emission truck and bus diesels as well as stricter rules governing the on-board diagnostic controls which monitor the engine’s exhaust treatment, ensuring it works properly, signalling a fault to the vehicle operator if it isn’t. All of our manufacturers are already producing Euro 6 compliant engines or due to release them soon. My Peugeot IF you own a Peugeot make sure you visit ‘My Peugeot’ and register yourself as a Peugeot owner (find this on the Peugeot UK website). This is a specific area of the Peugeot website for owners who can benefit from early news, competitions and excellent money saving offers such as 20% off your next service, £10 saving on MOTs… money off insurance premiums, Tom Tom Sat Navs… the list goes on. It’s very worth your while being part of this. 3 You can trust us at Startin 4 Welcome to the all-new and improved Startin of Stourbridge! Since adopting the Showells garage back in early 2013 we have made great inroads to improving the site and customer experience. Not to mention choice!! You can now visit the Stourbridge Road site in Lye where we have the existing Hyundai franchise and the new Startin Ford franchise. The dealership has undergone a huge makeover incorporating new offices and working environment for our staff teams, also new service receptions and showrooms making for a rather refreshing experience. You will hardly recognise the place and we’d love you to come in and see what we’ve done… we’ve also got quite a large team in place and of course many new faces for you to meet. Choice wise there’s 14 models in the Ford range plus derivatives and commercial vehicles and Hyundai offers 11 models… If you’re in the Stourbridge area and want a new car then Startin of Stourbridge can accommodate you. Don’t forget there’s all the Approved used cars in stock and online that we can assist you with. Some of our older Startin Group and Startin Honda customers will remember John Bentley, he is now assisting as a consultant helping the team maintain the typical quality of customer care our Startin customers are accustomed to and also helping manage the popularity of this fast growing garage. It really has taken off and we thank you for your support. Whilst we grow and develop the garage we wish very much to be regarded as part of the community here as we are with our other sites. We have continued to support the Lye Town FC and are delighted to report that they gained promotion into a higher league last season. Also we are going to appoint a garden contractor to tidy up the shrubs, borders and weeding in the municipal car park opposite the dealership, further improving the area. Where peace of mind comes as Standard A lively figure. FORD FOCUS Zetec Navigator 1.6 105PS with free Appearance Pack from £199 per month on Ford Personal Lease. Advance rental of monthly rentals of £199. A£2,786. lively35 figure. To find out more, visit ford.co.uk Official fuel consumption figures in mpg (l/100km) for the Ford Focus 1.6 105PS 5-door shown: urban 34.0 (8.3), extra urban 61.4 (4.6), combined 47.9 (5.9). Official CO2 emission 136g/km. The mpg figures quoted are sourced from official EU-regulated test results (EU Directive and Regulation 692/2008), are provided for comparability purposes and may not reflect your actual driving experience. FORD FOCUS 1.6 105PS withfor vehicles free You will not own the vehicle at the end of FORD the agreement.Zetec Financeof subject STOURBRIDGE toNavigator status. Guarantees/indemnities may be required. Subject to availability with finance accepted and vehicle contracted between 4th September and 30th September 2014. Example STARTIN based on a 36 month non-maintained agreement. Excess charges will be applied for mileage in excess of 9,000 miles per annum. Excess mileage charge 6.61p per mile. Excess charges also apply if the car is not serviced and maintained in accordance with manufacturer Appearance Pack from Ford Personal guidelines and returned to Ford Lease in a condition commensurate with the£199 British Vehicleper Rental &month Leasing Associationon Fair Wear and Tear guidelines for its age and mileage. Package includes Road Fund Licence and Ford Lease Assistance. Prices correct at time of going 82 Stourbridge Stourbridge, West Midlands DY9 7DE to print and are subject to change without notice. Notrental availableRoad, with any promotions. For full termsmonthly and conditions and specification please refer to£199. the Ford Lease Master Agreement and your Ford Dealer. Ford Personal Lease is provided by ALD Automotive Limited Lease. Advance ofother£2,786. 35 rentals of trading as Ford Lease, Oakwood Park, Lodge Causeway, Fishponds, Bristol, BS16 3JA. Promotion cannot be used in conjunction with any other Ford promotion or discount (Privilege, Ambassador or Advantage). To find out more, visit ford.co.uk Tel. 01384 422488 www.startingroup.co.uk/ford Official fuel consumption figures in mpg (l/100km) for the Ford Focus 1.6 105PS 5-door shown: urban 34.0 (8.3), extra urban 61.4 (4.6), combined 47.9 (5.9). Official CO2 emission 136g/km. The mpg figures quoted are sourced from official EU-regulated test results (EU Directive and Regulation 692/2008), are provided for comparability purposes and may not reflect your actual driving experience. You will not own the vehicle at the end of the agreement. Finance subject to status. Guarantees/indemnities may be required. Subject to availability for vehicles with finance accepted and vehicle contracted between 4th September and 30th September 2014. Example based on a 36 month non-maintained agreement. Excess charges will be applied for mileage in excess of 9,000 miles per annum. Excess mileage charge 6.61p per mile. Excess charges also apply if the car is not serviced and maintained in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and returned to Ford Lease in a condition commensurate with the British Vehicle Rental & Leasing Association Fair Wear and Tear guidelines for its age and mileage. Package includes Road Fund Licence and Ford Lease Assistance. Prices correct at time of going to print and are subject to change without notice. Not available with any other promotions. For full terms and conditions and specification please refer to the Ford Lease Master Agreement and your Ford Dealer. Ford Personal Lease is provided by ALD Automotive Limited trading as Ford Lease, Oakwood Park, Lodge Causeway, Fishponds, Bristol, BS16 3JA. Promotion cannot be used in conjunction with any other Ford promotion or discount (Privilege, Ambassador or Advantage). www.startingroup.co.uk/ford Get ready for happy New Hyundai i10 They say happiness is infectious. If it is, the combination of stunning good looks, great customer reviews and our reassuring 5 Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty make the New Generation i10 highly contagious. Visit hyundai.co.uk now and get ready for happy. Personal Contract Purchase Representative Example - i10 S 1.0 24 Monthly Payments Of Customer Deposit Cash Price of Vehicle Total Amount of Credit £99 £2,837.11 £9,090 £6,252.89 Interest Charges Total Amount Payable Optional Final Payment Duration of Agreement £645.61 £9,735.61 £4,522.50 24 months Representative APR % Fixed Interest Rate % p.a. Excess Mileage Charge Per Mile Annual Mileage 5.9% 3.04% 14.9p 10,000 Startin of Stourbridge 01384 422488 82 Stourbridge Road, Lye, Stourbridge DY9 7DE www.hyundai.co.uk/dealer/startin-stourbridge Car of the Year 2014 Best city car Fuel consumption in MPG (l/100km) for New Generation i10 range: Urban 35.3 (8.0) - 55.4 (5.1), Extra Urban 55.4 (5.1) - 76.3 (3.7), Combined 45.6 (6.2) - 65.7 (4.3), CO2 Emissions 142 - 98 g/km. Fuel consumption figures shown are based on official EU test figures. These are to be used as a guide for comparative purposes and may not reflect a ll driving results. Model shown: i10 S 1.0 at £9,090 OTR including Sleek Silver metallic paint at £495. On the road prices show VAT where applicable, delivery, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and 12 months’ Road Fund Licence. You will own the vehicle once all repayments are made. At the end of the Personal Contract Purchase there are 3 options: (i) Renew: Part exchange the vehicle, (ii) Retain: Pay the Optional Final Payment to own the vehicle or (iii) Return the vehicle. Further charges may be made subject to the condition of the vehicle. Terms and Conditions apply. Finance subject to status. Applicants must be 18 or over. Guarantees/Indemnities may be required. Hyundai Motor Finance RH1 1SR. Offer not available for customers under the Hyundai Affinity Programme. 5 Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty: terms and exclusions apply. Visit www.hyundai.co.uk/owning or ask your local Dealer. 5 You can trust us at Startin 6 Motability is a government scheme that helps those who need assistance with transport to buy a car. For us as a group we may supply as many as 100 cars per year and it’s a real pleasure to be involved with the scheme. It’s still a very much underused opportunity nationally with perhaps more people eligible and not yet benefitting. If you receive a higher rate disability allowance or know of someone who does then please consider the Startin Group. We have trained Motability partner staff on all sites full of advice on the scheme and what cars are available. We love to help so please feel free to ask. All group contact details are on the back cover. Auto Express Best Dealers In the most recent Auto Express survey one thing was very clear to us… the standard of a main dealer customer experience is certainly on the up… the professionalism, condition of buildings and general customer satisfaction is all extremely high and with the cost effectiveness so competitive and of course the increasingly bespoke nature of individual brand cars there is nowhere better to look after you than the main dealer either when looking to buy a new or approved used car or indeed when it comes to aftersales care. 2nd We have always taken pride in how we look after our customers and hope you feel that we are doing our bit to show main dealers in a good light. With a successful chain of seven franchises throughout Worcestershire we certainly think we are! We are of course very proud to see Honda 2nd overall and the Skoda 4th in the survey is particularly notable as the parent company (VW ) is quite a few positions behind in 31st. Auto Express said of Honda “Another year and another rise of two places represents fantastic progress for Honda’s dealers.“ ”Honda owners appear to be more pleased with the attitude of local franchises than ever.” 4th Skoda was also glowing with this review from Auto Trader “Skoda upholds its legendary reputation in our Driver Power satisfaction survey. Not content with producing the best three cars in the Top 150, the brand is now slowly moving back up the rankings for dealers too”. Referral Voucher Our best sales executives are you our customers! We all love to refer a business that we’ve had great service from so why not recommend the Startin Group? £50 Did you receive this newsletter by email? Forward it to a friend, it could net you £50! Isn’t it great when you can recommend a company you’re happy with? ✁ We pay a £50 thank you to any customer who refers a new* customer to us. There is no limit to the number of people you can refer. REFERRAL VOUCHER Issued with thanks to .............................................. ......with the service you have received from Startin Group We trust you are completely satisfied and we would be delighted if you would recommend us to friends and family. 1) This voucher entitles the holder to £50 referral fee when a customer buys a vehicle by your recommendation. 2) If you would like to donate this £50 to the purchaser we will deduct £50 off. Please indicate which option you prefer 1 *paid upon completion of a sale to a non existing customer. 2 Name of purchaser............................................ Reg No............................ Date...................... Where peace of mind comes as Standard kia.co.uk The Rio 3-door ‘VR7’ with for £85 per month • Bluetooth® with music streaming • Alloy wheels • Reversing sensors • 3 years’ servicing for £99† 35% deposit. 24 month term on Personal Contract Purchase. Startin (Redditch) Far Moor Lane , Redditch , B98 0SD 01527 883800 8.9 Read 2,328 reviews 03/06/14 10, 000 Fuel consumption figures in mpg (l/100km) for the Kia Rio range are: Urban 33.6 (8.4) – 80.7 (3.5), Extra Urban 53.3 (5.3) – 94.2 (3.0), Combined 44.1 (6.4) – 88.3 (3.2). CO2 emissions are 150 – 85 g/km. MPG figures are official EU test figures for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results. Model shown is the Kia Rio 3-dr ‘VR7’ 1.25 84bhp 5-speed manual @ £10,595 including £1,000 customer saving. Customer savings vary by model derivative. Specification is subject to change without notice. We can introduce you to a limited number of carefully selected finance providers. We may receive a commission from them for the introduction. Price, Reevoo score and number of reviews correct at time of going to press. †3 years’ servicing (Kia Care-3) for £99 offer is only valid on applicable ‘VR7’ models. Log onto kia.co.uk/vr7 for full details. 7 year / 100,000 mile manufacturer’s warranty, for terms and exclusions visit www.kia.co.uk. Offer not available in conjunction with any other offer. Retail sales only. Subject to availability on vehicles registered between 01/07/2014 and 30/09/2014. Finance subject to status. Terms and conditions apply. 18’s or over. Guarantee/indemnity may be required. Further charges may be made subject to the condition or mileage of the vehicle. Anticipated annual mileage 9,000 miles, excess mileage charge 14.9p per mile. YOU WILL NOT OWN THE VEHICLE UNTIL ALL PAYMENTS ARE MADE. At the end of the agreement there are 3 options: (i) Renew: Part exchange the vehicle, where equity is available. (ii) Retain: Pay the Optional Final Payment (£4,785.50) to own the vehicle or (iii) Return the vehicle. Kia Motors Finance RH1 1SR.R. The Bluetooth® word mark and logo are registered trademarks and owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. kia.co.uk The Sportage ‘2’ with and £600 deposit contribution 10% minimum deposit. 24, 30 or 36 month term on Personal Contract Purchase. Startin (Redditch) Far Moor Lane , Redditch , B98 0SD 01527 883800 9.0 Read 2,855 reviews 03/06/14 10, 000 Fuel consumption figures in mpg (l/100km) for the Kia Sportage are: Urban 31.0 (9.1) – 47.1 (6.0), Extra-Urban 46.3 (6.1) – 58.9 (4.8) and Combined 39.2 (7.2) – 54.3 (5.2). CO2 emissions are between 189-135/km. MPG figures are official EU test figures for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results. Model shown: ‘2014’ Kia Sportage ‘2’ 1.6 GDi 133bhp 6-speed manual @ £20,310 including metallic paint. Specification is subject to change without notice. We can introduce you to a limited number of carefully selected finance providers. We may receive a commission from them for the introduction. Price, Reevoo score and number of reviews correct at time of going to press. 7 year / 100,000 mile manufacturer’s warranty, for terms and exclusions visit www. kia.co.uk. Offer not available with any other offer. Retail sales only. Subject to availability on vehicles registered between 01/07/2014 and 30/09/2014. Finance subject to status. Terms and conditions apply. 18’s or over. Guarantee/indemnity may be required. Further charges may be made subject to the condition or mileage of the vehicle. Anticipated annual mileage 10,000 miles, excess mileage charge 14.9p per mile. YOU WILL NOT OWN THE VEHICLE UNTIL ALL PAYMENTS ARE MADE. At the end of the agreement there are 3 options: (i) Renew: Part exchange the vehicle, where equity is available. (ii) Retain: Pay the Optional Final Payment (£8,181.25) to own the vehicle or (iii) Return the vehicle. Kia Motors Finance RH1 1SR. 7 You can trust us at Startin 8 Range highlights include Metallic or Pearlescent paint Sunset glass Black alloy wheels Satellite navigation DAB radio Introducing the new ŠKODA Black Edition — style with substance The new Black Edition is available across the entire range of ŠKODA models. With sporty styling and a host of exciting features as standard. Range starts from £10,090 on the road. Startin ŠKODA Bowling Green Garage, Powick, Worcester, Worcestershire WR2 4SF 0843 316 0297 http://www.startingroup.co.uk/skoda/ (3.8), Extra Urban 40.4 (7.0) to 94.2 (3.0), Combined 30.4 (9.3) to 88.3 (3.2). CO2 emissions for Where peace of mind comes as Standard NEW PEUGEOT 308 ACTIVE DISCOVER MORE DRIVING SENSATIONS Providing the perfect combination of performance, fuel efficiency and interior comfort, the New Peugeot 308 Active delivers a sensational driving experience. With its stylish silhouette and technologically advanced interior, this thoroughly modern hatchback is truly in a class of its own. Inside the cabin, the Peugeot i-Cockpit is beautifully uncluttered. An intuitive 9.7” touchscreen and compact, leather covered steering wheel help the driver stay fully focused on the road. The New 308 is built on a brand new platform delivering a more dynamic drive and lower emissions, and it comes with innovative extras including dual zone air conditioning and electric handbrake. With a range of ultra-efficient petrol and diesel engines to choose from and CO2 emissions starting at just 82g/km*, it’s a first-class fleet hatchback for your drivers. *Based on the 1.6 Blue HDi 120 6-speed manual stop-start engine (March 2014 production – available to order now) **Based on the 1.2 e-THP 110 5-speed manual stop-start engine (July 2014 production) NEW 308 ACTIVE FACTS AND FIGURES Body Style 5 door Hatchback CO2 emissions From 82g/km* Combined drive cycle MPG (l/100) 50.4 (5.6) - 91.1 (3.1) Engine choice 3x petrol, 4x diesel BIK at 20% From £35 pm ** BIK at 40% From £69 pm ** Urban drive mpg (l/100) 36.7 (7.7) - 83.1 (3.4) * Extra urban drive mpg (l/100) 64.2 (4.4) - 102.3 (2.7) * Extra urban drive mpg (l/100) 64.2 (4.4) – 102.3 (2.7) * NEW PEUGEOT 308 ACTIVE KEY FEATURES 16" alloy wheels 9.7” multifunction colour touchscreen Bluetooth and USB connectivity Satellite Navigation Dual zone automatic air conditioning Rear parking sensors Leather steering wheel & gearstick Automatic headlamps and wipers Electric handbrake Electric driver lumbar support STARTIN PEUGEOT Far Moor Lane, Coventry Highway, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 0SD TEL: 01527 883800 www.startingroup.co.uk/peugeot/ PEF0726 9 You can trust us at Startin 10 Where peace of mind comes as Standard some of our Approved Used Cars Fiat 2014 FIAT 500L 1.6 MultiJet Pop Star, Pasodoble Red (Special), 25 miles £15,995 2014 FIAT 500L 1.6 MultiJet Trekking, Countrypolitan Yellow (Solid), 3,000 miles £13,000 2011 FIAT 500C 1.2 Lounge, Bossa Nova White (Solid) Red R, 13,806 miles £9,495 2013 FIAT 500 1.2 Lounge, Pasodoble Red (Special), 4,960 miles £9,295 2011 FIAT 500 0.9 TwinAir, Footloose Blue (Metallic), 22,960 miles £7,290 2013 FIAT Punto 1.2 Pop, Ambient White (Solid), 307 miles £7,495 2012 FIAT Panda 1.2 Active, Pasodoble Red (Solid), 24,451 miles £4,995 2014 FIAT Panda 0.9 TwinAir 4x4, Tuscany Green (Metallic), 16 miles £12,995 Honda 2011 Kia Sportage 1.7 CRDi 2WD ISG 3, Phantom Black, 13,892 miles £18,490 2014 Peugeot 308 1.6 THP 156 Feline, Pearlescent White Pearlescent, 4,000 miles 2014 2014 Kia cee'd Sportswagon 1.6 CRDi 4, Arctic White, 4,000 miles £17,990 2014 Peugeot Partner Van 1.6 HDi L1 SE Panel Van, Bianca White, 9,000 miles 2013 Kia cee'd 1.6 CRDi (126bhp) 3, Dark Gun Metal, 3,793 miles £15,990 2013 Kia cee'd 1.6 CRDi (126bhp) 2, Infra Red , 8,649 miles £14,490 2013 Kia Rio 1.4CRDi 3, Electric Blue, 9,809 miles £11,990 2013 Kia Rio 1.4CRDi 3, Midnight Black, 11,220 miles £11,990 2013 Kia Venga 1.6 3, Space Bluer, 14,231 miles £10,990 2014 Kia Picanto 1.0 VR-7, Clear White, 3,264 miles £8,500 Hyundai £11,995 2013 Skoda Superb 1.6 TDI CR DPF SE Green, Amethyst Purple Metallic, 10,345 miles £16,995 £16,990 2012 Hyundai i30 1.6CRDi Blue Drive Act, Aqua Blue, 10,683 miles £11,495 £26,990 2014 Hyundai i40 1.7CRDi Blue Drive Pre, Titanium Silver, 6,459 miles £21,495 £25,990 2013 Hyundai ix20 1.4 Classic, Blue Ice, 2,656 miles £9,990 2010 Honda Insight 1.3 IMA SE, Neutron Blue Metallic, 32,000 miles £7,990 Kia £17,995 £10,995 2013 Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC ES-T, Polished Metal Metallic, 9,483 miles 2011 Honda CR-Z 1.5 IMA GT, Storm Silver Metallic, 45,941 miles £5,895 2014 Skoda Octavia 1.6 TDI CR GreenLine III, Candy White, 947 miles 2012 Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDi, Crystal White, 12,907 miles £14,490 £7,490 2011 Skoda Fabia 1.2 S, Arctic Green Metallic, 17,640 miles £8,945 £11,495 £16,895 2014 Honda Civic 1.4 i-VTEC S, Milano Red, 9,000 miles £16,990 2014 Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI SE, Sprint Yellow, 5,000 miles 2014 Skoda Rapid 1.2 TSI (105 PS) Elegance, Pacific Blue, 11,023 miles £26,990 2014 Honda Jazz Hybrid 1.3 IMA HX, Premium White Pearl Metallic, 7,000 miles 2013 Skoda Citigo 1.0 MPI Elegance Green, Night Blue Metallic, 2,134 miles 2013 Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI Elegance, Platin Grey Metallic, 12,557 miles £19,990 2010 Honda Jazz 1.2 i-VTEC S, Deep Sapphire Blue Metallic, 8,825 miles Skoda £15,695 2014 Honda Civic Tourer 1.8 i-VTEC SR, White Orchid Metallic, 8,000 miles 2014 Honda CR-V 1.6 i-DTEC SR, Passion Red Metallic, 8,000 miles £8,980 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2CRDi Style (7 Seat)), Sleek Silver, 34,784 miles 2014 Honda Civic Tourer 1.6 i-DTEC EX Plus, Passion Red Metallic, 5,000 miles 2014 Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC EX, Red Metallic, 4,000 miles £16,980 2012 Hyundai i10 1.2 Classic, Sleek Silver, 14,101 miles £5,995 2014 Hyundai i20 1.2 Active, Cool Red, 5 miles £8,995 2014 Hyundai ix35 1.6 GDi S (2WD), Phantom Black, 6 miles £9,495 £15,995 Peugeot 2013 Peugeot 2008 Crossover 1.4 HDi Active, Dakota Brown Metallic, 7,000 miles £12,980 2014 Peugeot 2008 Crossover 1.2 VTi Allure, Spirit Grey Metallic, 1,162 miles £13,980 2012 Peugeot 207 1.6 VTi 120 Allure, Inari Blue Metallic, 2,835 miles 2013 Skoda Yeti 1.2 TSI SE, Corrida Red, 6,861 miles £16,995 Ford 2013 Ford C-MAX 1.6TDCi 115 Titanium, Panther Black Metallic, 20,241 miles £13,495 2011 Ford Fiesta 1.25 Zetec, Frozen White, 10,424 miles £6,695 2012 Ford Fiesta 1.4 TDCi Titanium, Ink Blue Metallic, 16,980 miles £9,695 2011 Ford Fiesta 1.25 Zetec, Panther Black Metallic, 15,800 miles £7,495 2013 Ford Focus 1.6 TI-VCT Zetec, Race Red, 10,153 miles £12,295 £7,980 2013 Ford Focus 1.6 TI-VCT (105ps) Zetec, Frozen White, 13,277 miles £10,995 2014 Kia Sportage 2.0 CRDi KX-3 Sat Nav, Arctic White, 7,000 miles £22,490 2013 Peugeot 208 1.2 VTi 82 Allure, Virtual Blue Metallic, 6,000 miles £9,980 2012 Ford Ka 1.2 (S/S) Edge, Red, 18,016 miles 2012 Kia Sportage 2.0 CRDi KX-3, Arctic White, 13,290 miles £18,990 2012 Peugeot 208 1.4 VTi 95 Active, Aluminium Metallic, 8,000 miles £8,680 2009 Ford Kuga 2.0TD 4x4 Titanium, Avalon Metallic, 45,224 miles Choose from our comprehensive range of approved used vehicles in stock, all with: > Comprehensive parts and labour warranty > Multi-point vehicle inspection check > Vehicle status checks > 30 day / 1,000 mile exchange £5,995 £12,295 Cars shown for illustration purposes only Other cars arriving daily - please call for details 11 You can trust us at Startin 12 stay COLOUR minted Check out Alexa with her sharp new Urban White Fiat 500 Lounge. It’s this season’s definitive On the outside - new pristine fashion edit. Inside, she just loves getting to black glass sunroof, 16" alloys, grips with the sumptuous leather steering glossy black eye-liner detailing wheel, complete with integrated audio round the rear lights and glitzy controls. And the Blue&Me™ multimedia chrome mirror covers. On the system only makes her adore her new inside - all-new 7" TFT crystal chic-chariot more. Outside, bespoke digital display, automated climate ready-to-wear 15” multispoke alloys, control and lux leather. On the fixed sunroof and chrome detailing financial side – see below for complete the monochrome look. some equally stylish figures. Hair by David. Representative example FIAT 500 CULT 1.2 (with Smooth Mint paint at £300) On the Road Price Fiat Deposit Contribution £13,400 £500 Customer Deposit £1,699 Amount of Credit £11,201 £189 Monthly Payment Optional Final Payment (inc option fee of £285) Total Amount Payable by Customer £6,152 £14,655 5.69% Rate of Interest (Fixed) Fiat 500 LOUNGE from only £129 per month 37 months Representative 6.7% APR Duration of Contract for business users * S Tt aR rE tEiTn NoAfM RE e, dT Od W i tNc hN ,A M F aE r, CMI o a nE ,e , R e d d i t c h , B 9 8 0 S D DS Et Aa Lr Et iRn NFAiMa Et ,, S T Yo rN AL M TTEELL: : 001 12 53 2475 68 87 38 8 9 0F0I Aw T .w C Ow. .UsKt a r t i n g r o u p . c o . u k / fi a t / Fuel figures for Fiat in mpg in (l/100km): Urban 49.6Urban (5.7) – 49.6 64.2 (4.4); Urban 65.7 (4.3)Urban – 91.1 (3.1); 58.9 (4.8)Combined – 76.3 (3.7). 58.9 (4.8) – Fuelconsumption consumption figures for500 Fiatrange 500 range mpg (l/100km): (5.7)Extra – 64.2 (4.4); Extra 65.7Combined (4.3) – 91.1 (3.1); – 90 g/km. Fuel consumption and CO2 figures based on and standard EU testsbased for comparative purposes and for maycomparative not reflect real driving results. Terms & reflect Conditions Retail customers CO 2 emissions 76.3 (3.7). CO113 consumption CO2 figures on standard EU tests purposes and may not realapply. driving results. Termsonly. & Conditions apply. 2 emissions 113 – 90 g/km. Fuel Not availableusers in conjunction with any otherbased offer. With Fiat 500 i-Deal you have the to return vehicle and not of pay6the final payment, subject to the vehicle not having exceeded agreed (A charge of 6p perand maintenance. *Business only. Above rentals on Fiat 1.2 Lounge onoption Contract Hirethe payment profile rentals in advance (equivalent to £774) followed by 35 an rentals ofannual £129. mileage All rentals exclude VAT mile for exceeding per annum in this mileage example)charges and beingapply. in good condition. Offer to status. guarantee or indemnity may be required. Fiat Financial Box and 4465,removed Slough SL1 0RW.time. We work with to a availability. Offer Based on 10,0006,000 milesmiles per annum. Excess Vehicles must besubject registered with AFGA Contracts before 30th September 2014. OffersServices, may be PO varied at any Subject number provide finance our customers, Fiat Financial Services. July to Bath September offer.SL1 Fiat 4DX. Deposit Contribution available on Fiat 500 models, and is only available in conjunction with Fiat i-Deal subjectoftocreditors status, to guarantee and/ortoindemnity may including be required. Fiat Contract Hire, 240 Road,2014 Slough, Low Cost. Prices correct at time of printing. Offer may be varied and withdrawn at any time. Subject to availability. Startin Group – where peace of mind comes as Standard EVERYTHING ON BLACK CIVIC BLACK SPECIAL EDITION 0% APR Representative. 0 deposit 78.5 miles per gallon. Voted UK’s most reliable car brand for 8 years by What Car ? readers. SERVICING WARRANTY ROAD ASSIST FOR £555 STARTIN HONDA Bromyard Road, Worcester, West Midlands, WR2 5YJ Call 01905 423322 or visit www.startingroup.co.uk/honda/ Fuel consumption figures for the Civic 1.6 i-DTEC Black Special Edition in mpg (l/100km): Urban 70.6 (4.0), Extra Urban 85.6 (3.3), Combined 78.5 (3.6). CO2 emissions: 94 g/km. Fuel consumption figures sourced from official EU-regulated laboratory test results, are provided for comparison purposes and may not reflect real-life driving experience. Model Shown: Civic 1.6 i-DTEC Black Special Edition in Crystal Black Pearl at £22,460 On The Road (OTR). Terms and Conditions: New retail Civic registered from 1 July 2014 to 30 September 2014. Subject to model and colour availability. Offers applicable at participating dealers and are at the promoter’s absolute discretion. Civic Black Special Edition Honda Aspirations (PCP): Example shown based on Civic 1.6 i-DTEC Black Special Edition in Crystal Black Pearl at £22,460 total cash price (and total amount payable) with 37 months 0% APR Representative (interest rate per annum 0% fi xed) with £0 (0%) deposit, £408.29 monthly payment, Guaranteed Future Value / Optional Final Payment of £7,761.73 annual mileage of 10,000 and excess mileage charge: 6p per mile. You do not have to pay the Final Payment if you return the car at the end of the agreement and you have paid all other amounts due, the vehicle is in good condition and has been serviced in accordance with the Honda service book and the maximum annual mileage has not been exceeded. Indemnities may be required in certain circumstances. Finance is only available to persons aged 18 or over, subject to status. All fi gures are correct at time of publication but may be subject to change. Credit provided by Honda Finance Europe Plc. 470 London Road, Slough, Berkshire SL3 8QY. Honda Finance Europe Plc. is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, Financial Services Register number 312541. The 5 Year Care Package includes: Servicing: All scheduled servicing, as detailed in the vehicles service book, will be covered for 5 years or 62,500 miles, whichever comes fi rst. Warranty: In addition to the standard 3 year warranty the customer will receive a complimentary 2 year extended guarantee taking the warranty to 5 years or 90,000 miles, whichever comes fi rst. Roadside Assist: In addition to the standard 3 years roadside assistance package the customer will receive complimentary Hondacare Assistance for a further 2 years, taking it to 5 years or 90,000 miles, whichever comes fi rst. The 5 Year Care Package: The 5 Year Care Package is optional. It is being offered for £555 including VAT (usual value £1,845 including VAT, resulting in a £1,290 saving for the customer) and is available to fi nance or non-fi nance customers. Please note, should you sell the vehicle during the period of cover, the package remains with the vehicle. THE LITTLE BLACK NUMBER JAZZ SI BLACK SPECIAL EDITION 0% APR Representative 0 customer deposit 500 Honda contribution Voted UK’s most reliable car brand for 8 years by What Car ? readers. SERVICING WARRANTY ROAD ASSIST FOR £555 STARTIN HONDA Bromyard Road, Worcester, West Midlands, WR2 5YJ Call 01905 423322 or visit www.startingroup.co.uk/honda/ Fuel consumption figures for the Jazz Si Black Special Edition in mpg (l/100km): Urban 42.2 (6.7), Extra Urban 57.7 (4.9), Combined 50.4 (5.6). CO 2 emissions: 129 g/km. Fuel consumption figures sourced from official EU-regulated laboratory test results, are provided for comparison purposes and may not reflect real-life driving experience. Model Shown: Jazz Si Black Special Edition Manual in Crystal Black Pearl at £15,445 On The Road (OTR). Terms and Conditions: New retail Jazz registered from 1 July 2014 to 30 September 2014. Subject to model and colour availability. Offers applicable at participating dealers and are at the promoter’s absolute discretion. Deposit contribution: £500 Honda deposit contribution on Jazz models (excludes Jazz S & SE grades) purchased through Honda Aspirations. Jazz Si Black Special Edition Honda Aspirations (PCP): Example shown based on Jazz Si Black Special Edition Manual in Crystal Black Pearl at £15,445 total cash price (and total amount payable) with 25 months 0% APR Representative (interest rate per annum 0% fixed) with £0 customer deposit + £500 deposit contribution, (£500 total deposit), Amount of Credit £14,945, £365.05 monthly payment, Guaranteed Future Value / Optional Final Payment of £6,203.75 annual mileage of 10,000 and excess mileage charge: 3p per mile. You do not have to pay the Final Payment if you return the car at the end of the agreement and you have paid all other amounts due, the vehicle is in good condition and has been serviced in accordance with the Honda service book and the maximum annual mileage has not been exceeded. Indemnities may be required in certain circumstances. Finance is only available to persons aged 18 or over, subject to status. All figures are correct at time of publication but may be subject to change. Credit provided by Honda Finance Europe Plc. 470 London Road, Slough, Berkshire SL3 8QY. Honda Finance Europe Plc. is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, Financial Services Register number 312541. The 5 Year Care Package includes: Servicing: All scheduled servicing, as detailed in the vehicles service book, will be covered for 5 years or 62,500 miles, whichever comes fi rst. Warranty: In addition to the standard 3 year warranty the customer will receive a complimentary 2 year extended guarantee taking the warranty to 5 years or 90,000 miles, whichever comes fi rst. Roadside Assist: In addition to the standard 3 years roadside assistance package the customer will receive complimentary Hondacare Assistance for a further 2 years, taking it to 5 years or 90,000 miles, whichever comes fi rst. The 5 Year Care Package: The 5 Year Care Package is optional. It is being offered for £555 including VAT (usual value £1,545 including VAT, resulting in a £990 saving for the customer) and is available to finance or non-finance customers. Please note, should you sell the vehicle during the period of cover, the package remains with the vehicle. 13 You can trust us at Startin 14 Startin in the community As pointed out on p4 with Startin of Stourbridge’s involvement, we are very much a local business for local people and it’s great to get involved in community activities. We have an active team of staff throughout the group – we’re always up to something so we thought in this Newsletter we’d give you a taste of some of the activities we’ve been up to in 2014. In May this year Startin Group sponsored the Basil D’Oliveira Foundation’s ‘Walk for Basil’ with funds and a support vehicle (The New Civic Tourer was a perfect companion as with a MPG figure matching the distance of the walk (74 mpg) it was certainly going to be cheap on fuel if not on shoes!). Mark Ashbourne, who is registered blind (also a huge cricket fan hailing from Stourbridge), spearheaded the challenge and was a great ambassador for the Foundation and Startin Group. The Foundation fundraises to help bring disadvantaged kids from South Africa to Worcester on an exchange basis providing experiences and opportunities that otherwise would not be available. Mark Ashbourne and team including Ryan D’Oliveira (Grandson to Basil) walked from Worcester to Cardiff raising funds and awareness. Particularly poignant as since the walk Basil’s son Damian sadly passed away. It was a bit wet for the start although spirit was not dampened. BBC Midlands Today’s Dan Pallett came and filmed the big off… with interviews on the TV for the team. It was nice to see some Startin T-shirts on the TV! Where peace of mind comes as Standard Winnie’s Wheelers Winnie's Wheelers did a 60 mile Pedal for Parkinson's around Stratford upon Avon in June. Close to the heart of one of our technicians, three technicians and his brother along with the husband of a long standing employee, cycled hard over the 60 VERY wet miles through Stratford Upon Avon's countryside... and raced up some not inconsiderable hills raising over £1000 so far. Martin, Andy, Michael, Craig and Matthew Please feel free to help them and donate to their Just Giving Page. www.justgiving.com/Winnies-Wheelers/ 5th In July Startin Group were main sponsors of the Worcester Black Pear Joggers ‘The Wild One’ multi lap off road relay Marathon event which raises money for St. Richard’s Hospice and The Motor Neurone Disease Association. Over 230 people, many dressed in wild animal themed fancy dress took part at the Perdiswell Sports Centre. The Startin Honda team (Mike, Andy, Mark, Ian and Jason) with the Civic Tourer in BTCC race colours tucked in behind. A team from Startin Honda represented ourselves (wearing an inflatable horse!). Youthcomm (local radio station) were also on hand supporting the event providing entertainment from the radios bus. Over £2500 was raised for charity. Our Team came a respectable 5th place out of 23 teams in their category. 15 You can trust us at Startin 16 In June we had a display at the Redditch Lions classic car show and fun day. Lions are quite simply a group of well intentioned individuals who organise and hold events within their local community raising money to put back into good causes. We went along with a Fiat, Peugeot and Kia and had a great time meeting people… Want to find put more about ‘lions’ in your area? Visit their webpage http://www.lionsclubs.co/ Where else we’re involved in your locality St. Richard’s Hospice fundraiser at the historic Shelsley Walsh hill climb with our BTCC Civic Tourer, a Classic Ford Escort and retired (semi!) Honda Dealer Principal John Bentley with his Triumph Stag. Also raising money for St. Richard’s Hospice – Group Marketing Manager Ian Wild ran the Worcester Half marathon.... which he actually did injured (and doesn’t he go on about it!) – Well done Ian. In May Startin Skoda donated a part exchange to a team of Fundraisers driving to Benidorm in a 5 day 1500 miles challenge… Team "Smokey and the Bandit" from the Crown in Powick raising money for St. Richard’s Hospice. We’re also out and about at non charity events too… ’too tired to smile? Use a banana’ Benidorm or Bust August saw us sponsoring the Worcester Races at the Ladies Vintage Day, we’ve also been up at St. Peter’s Garden Centre on the August Bank Holiday and we’ve done five weeks so far this year in the Redditch Kingfisher Centre showing off vehicles from the Redditch Super Site. You may also have heard us on the radio… this year we’ve been on YouthComm, Smooth and Free Radio with all our brands. We used our catchy jingle that was originally sung by Peter Freeman’s wife ‘you can trust us at Startins’ in the 70’s. It had to be remade for the digital era but I’m sure some of our longer standing customers from the Stourbridge and Redditch areas might recall it from when we were on the Birmingham Radio stations (original home of the Startin garages) in the 80’s. We’ve also used the large billboards in and around Stourbridge promoting that Startin is the new name for Ford in Stourbridge since securing the franchise earlier this year. Where peace of mind comes as Standard We have donated to and promised to promote a cause from a customer’s daughter who through complications at their son’s birth found that the Charity ‘Severn Freewheelers’ (a group of motorcyclists who deliver blood) was the only way blood could be brought swiftly from Bristol thus saving the life of their son. On September 27th 2014 a group of people (including the parents) are cycling from Chippenham, 110 miles up to Redditch, taking in Wiltshire, Avon, Gloucestershire and Worcestershire raising money for the Severn Freewheelers… You too can help them by donating at: www.justgiving.com/milesformax14 Good luck all We have sponsored the Midlands Air Ambulance by advertising in their 2015 Diary We’re in talks about sponsoring a youth football team in Malvern. We’ve entered our second season sponsoring the Lye Town Football Club in Stourbridge and are pleased to say that they have been promoted since our involvement… can we take credit for this? We are excited about the return of the Worcester Carnival for 2015 after many years without one and are in talks about perhaps joining in the procession or being a sponsor. Not their actual kit. For illustration purposes only. 17 You can trust us at Startin 18 Stay in Touch… We have a really busy set of Facebook pages… why not look up our garages and ‘Like’ our page(s)… There’s one for each of our garages and it’s all managed by us under the user name ‘Thomas Startin’ so you can even be ‘friends’ with Thomas too. We love to share all sorts of information on there from fun news to recent information direct from the manufacturers. We love to hear from you and what you’re up to as well. Why not tag us in photos with your car somewhere unusual, or just doing the daily grind. Startin Honda also has a Twitter account so you can say 'Hi' there too on twitter.com/Startin_Honda Good Tax Disc We can Bye also add a bit about the new–Tax disc…or lack 1921 2014 of one! Did you know that from October To Follow the DVLA will no longer be issuing Tax Discs for your car? Vehicles will still need to be taxed, but you as an owner will no longer be required to display this in your windscreen and thus no disc will be issued. Complicating matters further, when you sell your car (either to us as a part exchange or privately) you will be required to request a rebate from the DVLA (or lose it) but the new keeper MUST apply for road fund licence immediately and cannot continue to use the previously purchased tax. It is also reported that you will be able to pay by direct debit monthly rather than at 6 or 12 month intervals at a 5% premium. You may or may not like these new rules but we thought you should know. Where peace of mind comes as Standard What’s coming for Honda in 2015? There has been an awful lot of ‘hype’ about Honda this year. This is down to the very excited Honda fans looking forward to the 2015 model range. What we do know and can share with you is there is a new Honda Jazz model due, there is a refreshed Honda Civic and there will be a range of new engines (as Tim touched on on p1). More? Ok, there will be a new little brother for the CR-V… we believe it’ll be named the HR-V (which some of you will remember used to be in the model line-up). More?… yes well, we’re not sure how to announce the next two snippets so let’s quickly mention the new supercar the Honda ‘NSX’ which no doubt will get the performance fans pulses racing… …but perhaps not as much as the long awaited and highly exciting all new for 2015 ‘Civic Type R’… YES, it’s coming in mid 2015 and we can assure you, those at the Honda garage are very, very excited about this one! We will update you with more information as and when we have it on the new range additions from Honda. 19 Visit us at: www.startingroup.co.uk 20 Contact Details Sales Mon-Fri – 9.00am-6.00pm Saturday – 9.00am-5.00pm Sunday – 10.00am-4.00pm Service & Parts Mon-Fri – 8.00am-5.30pm Saturday – 8.30am-12.30pm Sunday – Closed Telephone: 01527 883800 Startin of Redditch, Far Moor Lane, Coventry Highway, Redditch B98 0SD Email: fiatinfo@startingroup.co.uk Sales Mon-Fri – 8.30am-6.00pm Saturday – 9.00am-5.00pm Sunday – 10.00am-4.00pm Service & Parts Mon-Fri – 8.00am-6.00pm Saturday – 8.30am-12.30pm Sunday – Closed Telephone: 01905 423322 Startin Honda, Bromyard Road, Worcester WR2 5YJ Email: hondainfo@startin-honda.com Sales Mon-Fri – 8.30am-6.00pm Saturday – 8.30am-5.00pm Sunday – 11.00am-4.00pm Service & Parts Mon-Fri – 8.30am-6.00pm Saturday – 8.30am-12.30pm Sunday – Closed Telephone: 01384 422488 Startin of Stourbridge, 82 Stourbridge Road, Stourbridge, West Midlands, DY9 7DE Email: hyundaiinfo@startingroup.co.uk Sales Mon-Fri – 9.00am-6.00pm Saturday – 9.00am-5.00pm Sunday – 10.00am-4.00pm Service & Parts Mon-Fri – 8.00am-5.30pm Saturday – 8.30am-12.30pm Sunday – Closed Telephone: 01527 883800 Startin of Redditch, Far Moor Lane, Coventry Highway, Redditch B98 0SD Email: kiainfo@startingroup.co.uk Sales Mon-Fri – 9.00am-6.00pm Saturday – 9.00am-5.00pm Sunday – 10.00am-4.00pm Service & Parts Mon-Fri – 8.00am-5.30pm Saturday – 8.30am-12.30pm Sunday – Closed Telephone: 01527 883800 Startin of Redditch, Far Moor Lane, Coventry Highway, Redditch B98 0SD Email: peugeotinfo@startingroup.co.uk Sales Mon-Fri – 8.30am-6.00pm Saturday – 9.00am-5.00pm Sunday – 10.00am-4.00pm Service & Parts Mon-Fri – 8.00am-5.30pm Saturday – 8.30am-12.30pm Sunday – Closed Telephone: 08433 206481 (local rate) Startin Skoda, Bowling Green Garage, Powick, Worcester, WR2 4SF Email: skodainfo@startingroup.co.uk Sales Mon-Fri – 8.30am-6.00pm Saturday – 8.30am-5.00pm Sunday – 11.00am – 4.00pm Service & Parts Mon-Fri – 8.30am-6.00pm Saturday – 8.30am-12.30pm Sunday – Closed Telephone: 01384 422488 Startin of Stourbridge, 82 Stourbridge Road, Stourbridge, West Midlands, DY9 7DE Email: fordinfo@startingroup.co.uk