Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Auto Dealers in Nottingham
Established in 1971, Gotham Car Sales has been serving customers for over 50 years with a commitment to quality and service. As a family-run business founded by David Pinder, we combine decades of industry expertise with a personal touch. Our Managing Director James Pinder, with 34 years of experience, leads a team that includes professionals like Clive (Car Sales, 20+ years) and Paul (Workshop Manager, 33 years). We specialise in handpicked used cars, offering a stress-free buying experience supported by long-serving staff who prioritise customer needs. Our workshop technicians undergo ongoing training to stay current with automotive technology, while our Valeter Ian maintains vehicles to the highest standards. With a reputation built on trust, transparency, and reliability, we provide nationwide service while maintaining local community values.
Services
Used Car Sales
Vehicle Servicing
MOT Testing
Part Exchange
Finance Options
Served areas
- Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Lincoln, East Midlands
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- Family-run business with 50+ years of automotive expertise
- Experienced team with average staff tenure exceeding 25 years
- Handpicked used vehicles inspected to rigorous quality standards
- Transparent, no-pressure sales approach prioritising customer needs
- 3-month warranty included with all used car purchases
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority
What people say
Excellent service
Knowledgeable staff
No pressure
Immaculate vehicles
Competitive pricing
Services
Used Car Sales
We offer a carefully curated selection of handpicked used cars from leading manufacturers. Our experienced sales team provides transparent pricing and detailed vehicle history information. Every car undergoes thorough inspection before sale to ensure quality standards.
Vehicle Servicing
Our fully qualified technicians provide comprehensive servicing using modern diagnostic equipment. Services include brake checks, tyre replacements, air-con recharging, and suspension maintenance. Regular servicing helps maintain vehicle performance and safety standards.
MOT Testing
We conduct MOT tests with free re-tests using experienced technicians and certified equipment. Our service includes pre-MOT checks and necessary repairs to help vehicles pass first time while maintaining roadworthiness.
Finance Options
We offer competitive finance packages through partnerships with high street lenders and specialist motoring finance houses. Our finance experts help customers with varying credit histories secure suitable payment plans.
Part Exchange
We provide hassle-free part exchange services with fair valuations for used vehicles. Our process includes paperwork handling and vehicle collection, making car replacement simple and convenient.
People
James Pinder
Managing Director
With 34 years of automotive industry experience, James leads our family business with expert knowledge of vehicle markets and customer service standards.
Clive
Car Sales Manager
Over 20 years in car sales, Clive specialises in matching customers with suitable vehicles while maintaining our reputation for honest, pressure-free service.
Paul
Workshop Manager
33-year veteran technician overseeing vehicle maintenance and repairs, ensuring all work meets manufacturer specifications using modern diagnostic equipment.
Marie
Receptionist
23-year team member managing customer inquiries and service bookings with friendly professionalism, ensuring smooth customer interactions from first contact.
Ian
Car Detailer
24-year veteran maintaining vehicle presentation standards, ensuring every used car meets our exacting cleanliness and preparation requirements before sale.
Questions
Do you offer finance options for car purchases?
Yes, we partner with multiple lenders to provide competitive finance packages tailored to individual budgets and credit profiles.
Can I part exchange my current vehicle?
Yes, we offer hassle-free part exchange services with fair valuations and complete paperwork handling for your convenience.
What servicing options are available?
We provide comprehensive servicing including MOTs, brake checks, tyre replacements, and air-con recharging using modern diagnostic equipment.
Are your used cars inspected before sale?
Yes, every vehicle undergoes thorough inspection and preparation by our experienced technicians before being offered for sale.
What warranty do you provide?
All used cars include a 3-month warranty covering essential components, with options to extend through our service department.
Can you help source specific vehicle models?
Yes, our industry contacts and dealer network enable us to locate specific vehicle models upon customer request.
Reviews (12)
Jeff Hardy
Jun 20, 2022
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Me and Big Gazza came here to test drive some motors, our budget was around 4k to fund our road trip around the UK. We pretended that our budget was a bit higher to test drive the luxurious cars like the Vauxhall Corsa and the Ford Fiesta. After driving them immaculate posh cars we fessed up about our 4k budget. The salesperson saw the funny side of it and managed to help us out. He said the dealership will match what we pay towards a car, we drove out of the dealership with a Citroen Xsara Picasso, I felt so cool.
It's a 06 plate, very low mileage (230k miles on the clock) and it has a racing exhaust! the car would've cost me 7899 if the dealership didn't match our 4k! what a bargain. I will definitely be coming back here again, brilliant.
It's a 06 plate, very low mileage (230k miles on the clock) and it has a racing exhaust! the car would've cost me 7899 if the dealership didn't match our 4k! what a bargain. I will definitely be coming back here again, brilliant.
John Kirkby
Jul 20, 2021
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Went to have a look round for a newer car and found one straight away. Took for a test drive and bought it. Excellent service.
Rodney Perkins
May 06, 2021
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Friendly staff always willing to help if possible. Been going for years now as have my family so what better recommendations do you need.
Jacqueline Gibbs
Mar 18, 2021
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As always very pleased with the work done on my car. Easy to make appointment. Good hygiene practices in place. Great price.
Mary Meeks
Dec 05, 2020
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After having a horrific time buying a car from Lowdham Cars we had lost all faith in used cars sales until we went to Gotham Cars. Clive and Marie were outstanding, very kind, and all round wonderful people. Nothing was to much trouble for them and above all they did everything with their customers in mind. In the current climate, kindness is key for us as a family and they went above and beyond to make us feel valued.
Wonderful car, great value for money backed with peace of mind knowing they have fully trained mechanics on site. We would highly recommend Gotham Cars to anyone. Thank you Clive and Marie you were fab we will definitely be back. X
Wonderful car, great value for money backed with peace of mind knowing they have fully trained mechanics on site. We would highly recommend Gotham Cars to anyone. Thank you Clive and Marie you were fab we will definitely be back. X
Pranav Sasidharan
Jun 20, 2020
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They have a real knack here for making the customers feel valued. They were very patient with explaining what the car had and even serviced my car when they saw there was no record of a recent service. They provide a 3 month warranty though which is not as long as some other dealers but I have had the car fir six months now with no issues. Plus to top it all off they offered a very good price for the car I had as well better than all the webuyanycar websites. A very satisfied customer!
Ross Biddle
Mar 04, 2019
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I purchased a Skoda Fabia Monte Carlo the other month and I'm very happy with my purchase and the customer service was fantastic. They even drove all the way out to near grantham to pick me up. As I had know way of getting there. If that's not great service I don't know what is. Would most defiantly go back again, and recommend to others.
Rachael Stevens
Mar 24, 2017
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Always received excellent service. Wouldn't go anywhere else
Honest, reliable and trustworthy. Love my new car
Honest, reliable and trustworthy. Love my new car
James M.
I bought a Skoda Superb Estate from Gotham Car Sales recently and was very impressed by the level of service they offered as well as the ease with which the sale was completed. A 3 month warranty came with the car and I have had no issues with it at all. Overall, very pleased indeed.
Claire B.
We were travelling from Essex to view the car so didn't want to be doing multiple journeys. Everything was agreed on the phone, including finance at excellent rates and a fair price for my current vehicle. We travelled on the Saturday where we were met by James, the vehicle was immaculate, exactly as described. We test drove it, sorted out the paper work and was back on the road home very quickly.
Cathrine A.
5* Highly recommend Gotham Car Sales - love my car!!! DN11PWJ Purchase verified. Purchased a Ford C-Max Titanium a good few months back from Gotham Car Sales - I'm completely over the moon with the car, in fact it's probably the best car I've driven and I would have no hesitation in recommending Gotham Cars and would return to them to purchase my next car, however that'll be a few years yet as I'm not letting go of the C-Max.
The staff were very helpful on my purchase of the car - I took it for a long test drive, they fully showed me round the car, provided a service and ownership history and during the presale service, Gotham spotted a few additional items that they also serviced to provide me with a stress free car - which it certainly is!! Overall, a fabulous experience and a pleased car owner!! Highly recommend!!!
The staff were very helpful on my purchase of the car - I took it for a long test drive, they fully showed me round the car, provided a service and ownership history and during the presale service, Gotham spotted a few additional items that they also serviced to provide me with a stress free car - which it certainly is!! Overall, a fabulous experience and a pleased car owner!! Highly recommend!!!
Andrew S.
Great local garage. 5*
Great company to deal with friendly and professional... Great selection of great quality cars... Pleasure start to finish looking forward to many years of service and support
Great company to deal with friendly and professional... Great selection of great quality cars... Pleasure start to finish looking forward to many years of service and support