Business Details
Your Trusted Used Car Dealer in Bradford
Wilsden Autos has been a cornerstone of the Yorkshire automotive industry for over half a century. Established as one of the region's earliest independent car supermarkets, we combine decades of expertise with a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Our extensive indoor showroom showcases carefully selected pre-owned vehicles from leading manufacturers, all sourced from reliable channels and subjected to rigorous HPI and mileage verification processes. Our team of seasoned professionals brings generations of collective experience in automotive sales and service, ensuring clients receive expert guidance throughout their purchasing journey.We maintain authoritativeness through our longstanding reputation as a trusted source for quality used cars in the region. Our dedication to transparency is demonstrated through comprehensive vehicle checks and clear communication, while our investment in modern facilities underscores our commitment to maintaining industry-leading service standards.
Services
Used Car Sales
Part Exchange
Service & MOT
Car Valuation
HPI Checks
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in the automotive industry
- All vehicles undergo HPI and mileage verification checks
- Cars sourced exclusively from reliable, verified suppliers
- Our technicians hold professional qualifications in automotive service
- We operate one of Yorkshire's largest indoor car showrooms
Services
Used Car Sales
We offer a comprehensive selection of quality used cars from leading manufacturers including Ford, Toyota, and Volkswagen. All vehicles undergo rigorous HPI and mileage verification checks to ensure provenance and reliability. Our experienced sales team provides expert guidance to help customers find the perfect vehicle for their needs and budget.
Part Exchange
Our part exchange service allows customers to trade in their current vehicle towards the purchase of a new one. We provide fair valuations based on market conditions and vehicle condition assessments. This convenient service simplifies the car buying process by handling both the sale of your existing vehicle and purchase of your next car.
Service & MOT
Our onsite service centre provides comprehensive maintenance and MOT testing by qualified technicians. We use specialist equipment to service all makes and models to manufacturer specifications. Regular servicing helps maintain vehicle performance, safety, and resale value while ensuring compliance with roadworthiness standards.
Car Valuation
We offer professional car valuation services to determine fair market value for private and trade vehicles. Our experts consider factors including condition, mileage, service history, and market demand. The service provides sellers with accurate pricing guidance and buyers with confidence in transaction fairness.
HPI Checks
All our used cars undergo comprehensive HPI checks to verify vehicle history. This includes checking for outstanding finance, accident records, and mileage discrepancies. These industry-standard reports provide customers with complete transparency about a vehicle's background, ensuring complete peace of mind with every purchase.
Questions
How long has Wilsden Autos been in business?
We have been operating as an independent car dealership in Bradford for over 50 years, establishing ourselves as one of Yorkshire's longest-serving automotive retailers.
What services do you offer besides car sales?
We provide comprehensive automotive services including MOT testing, vehicle servicing, part exchange, professional valuations, and vehicle history verification through HPI checks.
Are all your used cars inspected before sale?
Yes, every vehicle undergoes rigorous HPI and mileage verification checks to ensure provenance, along with mechanical inspections to confirm roadworthiness before customer handover.
Can I part exchange my current vehicle?
We offer part exchange services where we'll provide a professional valuation of your current car and apply its worth towards the purchase of one of our pre-owned vehicles.
What are your opening hours?
Our showroom is open Monday to Saturday from 09:00 to 17:00. We are closed on Sundays and bank holidays for vehicle sales, though service appointments may be available.
Reviews (6)
Richard Barnett
May 04, 2022
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I've just recently bought a car from here, a little older than they normally sell. I found all the staff friendly and knowledgeable. Had a couple of minor issues with the car but they were sorted quickly and efficiently. Highly recommend this garage.
Henry
Apr 17, 2021
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Amazing service! Took my car in for an MOT, which it failed, but then the explanation and quoting of the work required was brilliantly clear and well explained. My poor ailing car was fully sorted in super quick time, and to top it off was fully washed and valeted! Best. Garage. Ever.
Ian Shakeshaft
May 22, 2020
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Purchased a Vauxhall Mokka from Wilsden Autos today, and also traded in a Vauxhall Astra Twintop, I must say Richard was very helpful and professional all through the sale, everything promised was delivered - and on time! Highly recommended, Thank You for a pleasant and easy transaction!
Susan Lee
Nov 03, 2019
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Phoned up to ask about the availability of a car and to discuss the part ex of my current car. To say I was speechless is an understatement. I was told the mileage on my car was wrong because the HPI check said so, when asked to explain he exhaled very loudly, when pressed to explain his comment he could not and quite frankly became agitated and terse. I told him I had full BMW service history with receipts so told him his HPI check was wrong.
I asked him how did a HPI check know how far I had driven my car since the last mot, once again he could not give a reply. The rude little man then said why are you selling your car you haven't had it long, when I replied it was none of his business he got really shirty, and this point I had had enough, I told him I was going to end the conversation before I said something extremely rude to him and very sarcastically told him it was a pleasure speaking to him and hung up.
I asked him how did a HPI check know how far I had driven my car since the last mot, once again he could not give a reply. The rude little man then said why are you selling your car you haven't had it long, when I replied it was none of his business he got really shirty, and this point I had had enough, I told him I was going to end the conversation before I said something extremely rude to him and very sarcastically told him it was a pleasure speaking to him and hung up.
Jim Gilruth
May 07, 2019
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Bought a car from here on Saturday and dealt with Richard, very nice gentleman who showed me the car and once he had done that he left myself and my son to go over the car at our leisure which was perfect and the car itself I would give 99.9% out of 100. The sale went without a hitch and I have no hesitation in recommending Wilsden Autos. Thank you Richard
Shadow Falls
Mar 13, 2019
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Bad experience, salesman rude and lacked any knowledge of cars. Wasn't helpful and showed a cant be bothered attitude. We asked for a possibility of a test drive and was told not possible. Upon reading the previous reviews I can totally relate to how they were made to feel. Zero customer service.
