About us

A Straightforward, Honest and Stress-Free Way to Buy Your Next Car

🏆 40+ Years' Experience
⭐ 300+ Verified 5-Star Auto Trader Reviews
👤 Deal Directly With Ryan & Derek
🛡️ 6-Month AA Warranty

Bournemouth Car Sales was founded by Derek, who built the business around traditional motor trade values: good cars, honest advice and treating customers fairly.

Ryan joined as a partner over 10 years ago, bringing fresh ideas and helping the business grow while maintaining the personal service that has always been at the heart of the business.

Today, customers deal directly with Derek or Ryan — the people who run the business, not a call centre or a large sales team.

Buying a used car should feel clear, calm and confident — not complicated or pressured. That's why we focus on making the entire process as simple and transparent as possible, from your first enquiry through to handover.

Over 40 Years of Motor Trade Experience

We are a family-run independent dealership based in Bournemouth, with over 40 years of motor trade experience and more than 32 years of automotive internet and online vehicle marketing experience.

Our experience covers workshop repairs, transmission systems, vehicle preparation, frontline retail and automotive internet marketing. This depth of knowledge means we understand cars from both sides — mechanically and commercially — and know what to look for when sourcing and preparing vehicles for sale.

Every vehicle is carefully selected, thoroughly prepared and presented with honesty and attention to detail.

A Personal Approach From People Who Know Cars

From your first point of contact, you deal directly with Ryan or Derek — the people who personally source, prepare and sell our vehicles.

There are no call centres and no scripted sales approaches. Just straightforward advice from experienced motor traders who genuinely care about helping you find the right car.

Our Approach Is Simple

Good cars. Honest advice. No pressure.

We want you to have all the information you need, plenty of time to ask questions and the confidence to make the right decision for you.

Our aim is simple: to make buying your next car straightforward, transparent and stress-free.

Viewings

Viewing by appointment — so you get our full attention, with no pressure or rushing.

Contact Us

Please contact Ryan or Derek to confirm vehicle availability before travelling.

📱 Call or WhatsApp: 07948 484444

☎ Office: 01202 035422

📧 Enquire Online

🕒 Opening Hours

Monday–Friday: 10am–5pm
Saturday: 9am–3pm
Sunday: Closed

🚗 Free Collection Service

We offer a free collection service from Bournemouth railway and coach stations. Please arrange this in advance of your visit.

📍 Bournemouth Car Sales

723 Wimborne Road
Moordown
Bournemouth
Dorset
BH9 2AZ

🏢 Indoor Showroom & Full Dealer Facilities

© 2017 Bournemouth Car Sales · Est. 1986

⚽ Community

We are proud to support local grassroots football through our sponsorship of the Under 8s at Bournemouth Electric Youth FC for the 2025/2026 season.

© 2017 Bournemouth Car Sales · Est. 1986