Sandown, a friend of the family.

With over 40 years of experience in selling and servicing Mercedes-Benz vehicles, we pride ourselves on being experts in this iconic brand. Our simple goal is to continue to deliver award-winning service from each of our retailers throughout Surrey.

With over 40 years of experience in selling and servicing Mercedes-Benz vehicles, we pride ourselves on being experts in this iconic brand. Our simple goal is to continue to deliver award-winning service from each of our retailers throughout Surrey.

Our customers are our main priority, which is why we aim to deliver the most pleasant purchase experience possible. This promise extends right through to our aftersales and My Service™ scheme, making your service as flexible and convenient as possible. We also have a number of schemes designed to benefit our range of customers, including our ‘Sandown Platinum Programmes’, which offers significant service and MOT discounts for owners of ‘mature’ Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

Whatever your Mercedes-Benz needs, Sandown is a friend of the family.

Our customers are our main priority, which is why we aim to deliver the most pleasant purchase experience possible. This promise extends right through to our aftersales and My Service™ scheme, making your service as flexible and convenient as possible. We also have a number of schemes designed to benefit our range of customers, including our ‘Sandown Platinum Programmes’, which offers significant service and MOT discounts for owners of ‘mature’ Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Whatever your

For more information please contact the team at Sandown Mercedes-Benz on 0330

For more information please contact the team at Sandown Mercedes-Benz on 0330 178 1801.

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