A St Albans used car dealer has been crowned best in the UK at a major industry awards ceremony.

St Albans Car Centre, in Ashley Road, St Albans, took the honour at Car Dealer magazine’s Used Car Awards presented by star TV star Mike Brewer.

It was named Best Used Car Dealership (under 50 Cars), beating competition from across the country.

Accepting the dealership’s latest award, dealer principal, Andy Enstone, said: "We are absolutely delighted to win this award, particularly as we were up against some very string competition.

"There are lots of used car outlets out there but we aim to offer something altogether better with a much greater emphasis on customer care.

"This award shows we are doing something right."

The judges sent mystery shoppers to the dealership and found the team to be knowledgeable and professional but not pushy. They were also impressed by the dealership’s exceptional customer service and attention to detail.

Presenting the award, host Mike Brewer, said: "This was a fiercely contested category with some strong contenders but St Albans Car Centre impressed us most.

"When our mystery shoppers visited they left with big smiles on their faces."

Stocking a wide range of quality low ownership used cars with comprehensive service histories, St Albans Car Centre has been officially approved by the AA and RAC.

The business prides itself on offering advice in a friendly, informal manner to take the pressure out of the car-buying process.

For more information about the used cars on offer at St Albans Car Centre, visit the dealership on Ashley Road now, call 01727860710 or log on to www.Stalbanscarcentre.co.uk.