8:14 am, June 9, 2026
Barretts Motor Group has added to its portfolio of franchised car dealerships by agreeing buy two sites from rival outfit Broad Oak.
The dealer groups have agreed terms on a deal that will see Barretts buy Broad Oak’s of Nissan and Kia dealerships in Kia, for an undisclosed fee.
The move strengthens the family-run retailer’s presence in Kent, where it already runs two Mini showrooms as well as JLR, Honda and BMW Motorrad sites.
Bosses have now pledged to deliver a ‘seamless transition’, with the existing team staying at the site after transferring from Broad Oak.
Following the takeover, the firm says car buyers will now benefit from ‘high-quality customer care, modern showroom environments and comprehensive aftersales support’.
Confirming the news, managing director Paul Barrett said: ‘We are delighted to welcome Nissan and Kia customers into the Barretts family.
‘Both brands are known for their innovation, reliability and growing electrified line-ups.
‘This expansion enables us to broaden our representation in Canterbury, while continuing to deliver the personal, customer-first approach we’re known for.’
The latest news comes after Barretts enjoyed a stellar 2025, which included winning sales prize at JLR’s Retailer of the Year awards.
