JS Holmes

What JS Holmes does

JS Holmes (legal entity J S Holmes Limited) is a privately held, family-owned automotive dealership founded in 1955 and headquartered on High Road in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire. The company operates from a single physical site that combines new- and used-vehicle sales, manufacturer-approved aftersales, a bodyshop, and a vehicle-recovery unit. Its brand portfolio covers official franchised representation for Maxus commercial vehicles (East Anglia), Skywell electric vehicles (Main Dealer), Nissan (Authorised Repairer since 1975), and Infiniti servicing, alongside multi-brand used-vehicle sales (Ford, Nissan, Renault, Toyota, Maxus, Skywell).

The business makes money through four distinct streams: (i) one-time vehicle sales of new Maxus vans, Skywell EVs, and used multi-brand inventory to retail and fleet buyers; (ii) recurring aftersales revenue including fixed-price servicing, MOT testing, bodyshop accident repair, and subscription-based Nissan Service Plans (£35.99/month EV to £56.99/month diesel); (iii) commission income from FCA-regulated credit brokerage (Appointed Representative of Automotive Compliance Ltd, FCA No. 500767) introducing customers to finance providers including Mobilize Financial Services and Payment Assist; and (iv) vehicle leasing via a dedicated JS Holmes Leasing portal (jsholmesleasing.com) for personal and business customers. Go-to-market combines a physical showroom with omnichannel digital infrastructure - website, online 'Buy Online' reservation, part-exchange valuation, click-and-collect, and free home delivery within 100 miles - supported by Facebook activity and local event sponsorship.

Underlying technology is non-proprietary: standard dealer-management systems for inventory, finance, and service booking, with no patents, software IP, or AI/ML capabilities disclosed. The customer base spans individual retail consumers across Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, and Lincolnshire, plus business/fleet operators procuring Maxus vans and EVs, with company-car drivers targeted via low-BIK electric offerings. Key dependencies are the manufacturer-franchise agreements and the FCA principal relationship that authorises credit brokerage activity.

Name

JS Holmes

Legal name

J S Holmes Limited

Website

https://jsholmes.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1955

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

JS Holmes is a family-owned automotive dealership in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, operating since 1955 across new and used vehicle sales (Maxus, Skywell, Nissan, used multi-brand), manufacturer-approved aftersales, bodyshop, vehicle recovery, credit brokerage, and leasing for retail and fleet customers in East Anglia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Wisbech

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Vehicle Sales: Sale of new and used vehicles including cars and commercial vans. Primary revenue stream from Maxus, Skywell, Nissan, Ford, and other branded vehicles. Both retail and business/fleet sales.
2. Aftersales Services: Servicing, MOT testing, bodyshop repairs, and genuine OEM parts for Nissan, Maxus, and Infiniti vehicles. Warranty repairs as authorised repairer. Service plans and maintenance packages.
3. Finance Brokerage: Credit brokerage introducing customers to finance providers including Mobilize Financial Services. Commission earned on introductions. FCA regulated Appointed Representative.
4. Vehicle Leasing: Leasing services through dedicated JS Holmes Leasing website for electric vehicles, Maxus vans, and business fleet solutions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

JS Holmes is a family-owned automotive dealership based in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, established in 1955. It operates as an official Maxus and Skywell dealer and is a Nissan Authorised Repairer, selling new and used vehicles while providing servicing, MOT testing, bodyshop repairs, accident recovery, vehicle finance brokerage, and leasing services.

Product overview

JS Holmes is a family-run automotive dealership established in 1955, offering a diversified portfolio of automotive products and services from its Wisbech, Cambridgeshire location. The core product offering centers on vehicle sales across both new and used segments, with new vehicle sales focused on Maxus commercial vans (including electric eDeliver and eTERRON variants) and Skywell electric vehicles, while the used car operation encompasses multiple brands including Nissan, Ford, Maxus, and Skywell. These vehicle sales are complemented by a comprehensive aftersales division providing manufacturer-approved servicing, MOT testing, bodyshop repairs, and vehicle recovery services, particularly as an Official Nissan Authorised Repairer. The business further extends its value proposition through JS Holmes Leasing, offering personal and business finance solutions, and ancillary services including vehicle valuation, online purchasing, and part exchange. The company serves customers across Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, and Lincolnshire regions with a focus on both individual consumers and business fleets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• New Maxus Vehicles Sales of new Maxus commercial vans to retail and business buyers, with Maxus approved servicing support.
• New Skywell Vehicles Sales of new Skywell vehicles (electric passenger and commercial models) to retail and business customers.
• Used Vehicles Sale of pre-owned cars and commercial vans from various manufacturers to individual and business buyers.
• Vehicle Servicing Scheduled maintenance and mechanical repairs for all vehicle makes and models, including Nissan Authorised Repairer work and Maxus approved servicing.
• MOT Testing Statutory MOT testing for cars (Class 4), motorhomes (Class 5), and commercial vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes (Class 7).
• Bodyshop and Accident Repair Bodywork, accident damage repair, and cosmetic restoration for all vehicle makes and models, supporting insurance and private customers.
• Vehicle Recovery Breakdown and accident recovery services to transport vehicles to the workshop for repair.
• Vehicle Leasing Personal and business vehicle leasing and contract hire solutions arranged through a dedicated leasing website.
• Vehicle Finance Brokerage FCA-regulated credit brokerage that introduces retail and business customers to a panel of lenders for vehicle purchase finance.
• Business Specialists (Fleet Sales) Dedicated commercial vehicle and fleet sales service, with named business specialists supporting company buyers.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2024 Nissan Global Aftersales Award for customer satisfaction
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Maxus (SAIC MAXUS)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial Maxus dealer in East Anglia representing the full Maxus van range including electric models (eDeliver 5, eTERRON 9). Provides sales, servicing, and aftersales support for Maxus commercial vehicles. Exclusive dealer status for new Maxus vans in the region.
• SkywellcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial Skywell Main Dealer in the region. Offers the full Skywell BE11 electric SUV range with complete manufacturer warranty support and approved servicing.
• NissancoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNissan Authorised Repairer status maintained since 1975. Provides manufacturer-approved servicing, warranty repairs, genuine Nissan parts, and Nissan Instant Service Plans. Long-standing partnership delivering aftersales services for Nissan owners.
• InfinitiminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInfiniti servicing provider offering authorised maintenance and repair services for Infiniti vehicles in the region.
• Automotive Compliance LtdcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerFCA-authorised principal firm providing regulatory permissions for JS Holmes to act as credit broker. Handles complaints procedure and regulatory compliance for financial services.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Marshall Motor Group: UK listed automotive retailer operating 135+ dealerships representing brands including Nissan, Volvo, Volkswagen, and Mercedes-Benz. Comparable to JS Holmes through multi-brand franchised retail with manufacturer-approved aftersales, but operates at significantly larger scale across multiple UK regions.
• Inchcape UK: UK division of global automotive distributor and retailer operating franchised dealerships for premium and volume brands including Toyota and other OEMs. Comparable to JS Holmes in franchised retail and aftersales, with broader brand portfolio and corporate backing.
• Sytner Group: UK premium and volume franchised car retailer operating 100+ dealerships as part of a larger automotive group. Comparable to JS Holmes through franchised retail of major brands plus aftersales, though focused on premium segment at greater scale.
• Arnold Clark: UK's largest independently owned car retailer with 200+ dealerships across Scotland and England, selling new and used vehicles from major brands plus aftersales, finance, and parts. Comparable to JS Holmes as a multi-brand UK dealer with integrated aftersales, but vastly larger scale and broader geographic reach.
• Vertu Motors: UK AIM-listed automotive retailer with 160+ sales and aftersales outlets representing volume and premium brands including Nissan. Comparable through franchised dealer model with manufacturer aftersales partnerships, but operates at substantially larger geographic and revenue scale.
• Listers Group: Privately held UK automotive retailer with 50+ dealerships representing volume and premium brands. Comparable to JS Holmes as a privately owned UK multi-brand dealer group with manufacturer-authorised servicing, though operating across multiple UK regions.
• Lookers: Major UK franchised car dealer group with 150+ dealerships selling new and used vehicles plus aftersales and fleet services. Directly comparable to JS Holmes through multi-brand automotive retail and integrated service operations, though operates at national scale with broader OEM coverage.

Regional players

• JCT600: Privately owned Yorkshire-based automotive retailer with 50+ dealerships across northern England representing volume brands including Nissan. Comparable to JS Holmes as a privately held UK regional multi-brand dealer group, though operates across a different geography with broader scale.

Others

• Auto Trader UK: UK's largest automotive marketplace connecting buyers and sellers of new and used vehicles. Comparable to JS Holmes as the dominant digital channel used by dealership inventory marketing, though a digital platform rather than a direct retail competitor; a key ecosystem dependency for JS Holmes's online vehicle discovery.
• SAIC Motor UK (Maxus distributor): UK distributor for the Maxus commercial vehicle brand, which JS Holmes represents as official dealer. Directly comparable as the brand-side counterparty in JS Holmes's core new-vehicle franchise; understanding SAIC's commercial priorities is essential to assessing JS Holmes's Maxus franchise value.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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