Brian Currie

What Brian Currie does

Brian Currie (Milton Keynes) Limited is a privately held, multi-franchise commercial vehicle dealership group headquartered in Milton Keynes, UK, operating since 1977 and serving fleet operators, owner-drivers and construction-industry buyers across Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire and Bedfordshire. The company holds authorised dealer status for DAF Trucks, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles and Farizon Auto, and runs seven physical depots covering new and used truck and van sales (DAF heavy/medium trucks, VW LCVs, Farizon electric vans, plus an approved used programme), aftersales service and repair, DVSA-authorised HGV MOT testing (station P50320), bodyshop and accident repair, and parts supply spanning genuine DAF parts and the TRP all-makes brand with 24-hour parts availability at select sites. A dedicated DAFaid breakdown service provides 24/7 emergency cover year-round.

The business derives revenue from four streams: one-time new and used vehicle sales across three franchises; aftersales service, maintenance, MOT and accident repair booked through an online scheduling platform; parts (DAF genuine and TRP all-makes) sold wholesale and retail; and FCA-regulated credit brokerage commission on PCP and HP finance arrangements plus general insurance intermediation via ITC Compliance Limited (FCA registration 313486). Subscription-style service plans (e.g., the Volkswagen All-in package from £37/month ex-VAT) provide recurring revenue insulated from vehicle-sales cyclicality.

Customer segments skew toward enterprise fleet operators and transport businesses (primary segment), with secondary exposure to individual commercial vehicle owners and the construction vertical (specialist tipper, mixer, hooklift and flatbed configurations). The technology stack centres on the Keyloop/NetDirector automotive ecommerce platform with integrated credit referencing (Creditsafe, TransUnion) and Checkout.com payments. Strategic emphasis in 2024 has been on expanding the electric vehicle lineup (DAF Electric across XB–XG+, Farizon SV/V7E, VW ID. Buzz Cargo) alongside OEM-driven ICE refreshes (next-generation DAF XD, VW Transporter, Amarok), with no public funding, M&A or institutional ownership disclosed.

Name

Brian Currie

Legal name

Brian Currie (Milton Keynes) Limited

Website

https://briancurrie.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Brian Currie is a multi-franchise UK commercial vehicle dealer selling and servicing DAF trucks, Volkswagen vans and Farizon electric vans across seven depots in the Milton Keynes region, serving fleet operators and construction customers with sales, aftersales, MOT testing and parts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Milton Keynes

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Inventory or Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Vehicle Sales: New and used truck and van sales across DAF, Volkswagen Commercial, and Farizon franchises. Revenue generated from the sale of commercial vehicles including new truck sales, used vehicle sales, and fleet solutions.
2. Aftersales Service and Maintenance: Service, repair, maintenance, MOT testing, and accident repair services for commercial vehicles. Includes both workshop-based and mobile repair services.
3. Parts Sales: Genuine and TRP (Truck & Trailer Parts) components for commercial vehicles, including DAF parts and all-makes parts inventory.
4. Finance and Insurance Brokerage: Credit broker introducing customers to finance providers for vehicle financing. Commission earned on PCP and HP agreements placed with lenders. Also arranges general insurance contracts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Brian Currie is a multi-franchise commercial vehicle dealership selling new and used DAF trucks, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, and Farizon electric vans. It provides comprehensive aftersales including workshop service and repair, MOT testing, accident repair body shop, genuine and TRP parts supply, and 24/7 DAFaid breakdown support. Vehicle finance (PCP and HP) is arranged through FCA-regulated credit broking, with subscription service plans available for qualifying Volkswagen vans.

Product overview

Brian Currie (Milton Keynes) Limited is a commercial vehicle dealership operating as a one-stop shop for all DAF, Farizon and Volkswagen Commercial needs. The company offers new and used trucks (primarily DAF) and vans (Volkswagen and Farizon brands), comprehensive aftersales services including repair, maintenance, MOT testing, and parts supply (both DAF genuine parts and TRP all-makes parts), body shop services, vehicle finance products (PCP and HP), and connected vehicle services (We Connect). The business operates across multiple locations in Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire and Bedfordshire, with dedicated DAF truck centres and a Volkswagen Van Centre. Founded in 1977, the company provides fleet solutions, service plans including the Volkswagen All-in package, and Motability scheme for accessible vehicles.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Van Centre: Volkswagen Commercial vehicle dealership division
• Brian Currie DAF

Products and services

• DAF New Trucks Full range of new DAF commercial trucks including XB urban compact, XD, XF long-distance, XG, XG+ premium long-haul, Construction specialist variants, and Electric models, sold with finance options to fleet and owner-operator buyers.
• Volkswagen Commercial Vans Full range of new Volkswagen light commercial vehicles including Caddy, Caddy Cargo, Crafter variants (Panel Van, Chassis Cab, Dropside, Tipper, Luton), Transporter (Panel Van, Shuttle, Kombi), ID. Buzz, ID. Buzz Cargo, Multivan, and Amarok pickup, sold through the Brian Currie Van Centre.
• Farizon Electric Vans New range of Farizon electric commercial vans including the SV born-electric van and the V7E medium van with up to approximately 204 miles range and 50 kWh or 67 kWh battery options, offered as UK exclusive via the Brian Currie Van Centre.
• Used Trucks and Vans Pre-owned commercial vehicles including approved used DAF trucks and Volkswagen and Farizon vans, sold with warranty, roadside assistance and finance options included.
• Commercial Vehicle Service and Maintenance Workshop-based and mobile repair and maintenance services for commercial vehicles, including scheduled servicing, inspections, repair bookings, accident repairs, and mobile repair at customer premises, delivered by manufacturer-trained technicians.
• Commercial Vehicle MOT Testing DVSA VOSA authorised testing facility (HGV station P50320) providing MOT testing for trucks, trailers, buses and coaches at Milton Keynes and Biggleswade, plus Class 4, 5 and 7 vehicle MOT at Milton Keynes Van Centre.
• Parts Supply Genuine DAF parts and TRP All-Makes Truck and Trailer Parts supplied for trucks, trailers, vans, buses and coaches plus workshop consumables, with 24/7 parts availability at select depots and distribution through TRP Shops at Irthlingborough and Kettering.
• Body Shop and Accident Repair Accident repair, body and paint services at the Milton Keynes bodyshop for commercial vehicles, restoring vehicles to manufacturer standards with warranty on servicing and repair work of 3 months or 5,000 km.
• Vehicle Finance Brokerage Credit brokerage introducing customers to finance providers for PCP and HP agreements on new and used commercial vehicles, plus general insurance arrangements, conducted as an FCA-authorised appointed representative of ITC Compliance Limited.
• Volkswagen All-in Service Plan Subscription service plan for Volkswagen vans aged 3-6 years with engines up to 2.0L and under 100,000 miles, covering 2 services, MOTs, warranty and roadside assistance over 24 monthly payments from £37 per month ex VAT.
• Motability Scheme Van Leasing Van leasing scheme allowing customers to exchange qualifying mobility allowance for a Volkswagen commercial vehicle, with breakdown cover, maintenance and insurance for up to three people included.
• Vehicle Part-Exchange Valuation Free valuation service allowing customers to assess their current vehicle's value online for offset against a new vehicle purchase.

Quantifiable outcome

• 24/7 all year round service availability at dedicated depots
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• DAF TruckscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorised DAF truck dealer since 1975, providing new truck sales, servicing, parts, and aftersales support across multiple locations in the Milton Keynes region.
• Volkswagen Commercial VehiclescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorised Volkswagen CV dealer operating Van Centre in Milton Keynes, selling new vans, used vehicles, and providing full aftersales service.
• Farizon AutocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorised Farizon commercial vehicle dealer offering new electric vans including Farizon SV and V7E models.
• TRP (Truck & Trailer Parts)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAll-Makes Truck & Trailer Parts retail and distribution through TRP Shops in Irthlingborough and Kettering locations.
• ITC Compliance LimitedcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFCA authorised compliance partner - Brian Currie is an appointed representative of ITC Compliance Limited (FCA registration 313486), permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts and act as credit broker.
• Creditsafe and TransUnionsupportingTechnology or IntegrationCredit reference agencies providing consumer credit, identity and affordability data to support finance applications and fraud prevention.
• IngimexsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerConversion specialist partnered with Volkswagen for specialist body conversions including Luton, Tipper, Dropside, and Chassis Cab variants.
• Keyloop (NetDirector)supportingTechnology or IntegrationWebsite provider and automotive ecommerce platform (NetDirector Auto) powering the company's digital retailing, inventory management, and online checkout systems.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Imperial Commercials: One of the largest DAF dealer groups in the UK with multiple sites across the Midlands and Northern England. Direct competitor for DAF franchise sales, parts, and aftersales in overlapping commercial vehicle segments.
• Motus Commercials: Multi-site DAF truck and van dealer group in the UK operating under the Motus Holdings umbrella. Directly comparable multi-location DAF franchise model with similar service, parts, and fleet support offerings.
• Northside Truck & Van: Authorised Mercedes-Benz and DAF commercial vehicle dealer in the UK with full sales, service, and parts operations. Closely mirrors Brian Currie's DAF franchise, depot-network, and fleet-focused service model.
• Greenhous Commercials: Shropshire and Midlands-based DAF and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle dealer group with multi-site operations. Comparable franchise mix and full commercial vehicle sales-service-parts offering.
• Marshall Van Centre: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles authorised Van Centre network within the wider Marshall Motor Group. Directly comparable on the Van Centre side of Brian Currie's business, with similar online retailing and aftersales capabilities.
• JCT600 Commercials: Large UK automotive dealer group with a commercial vehicles division operating across multiple franchises including Volkswagen CV. Comparable multi-franchise, multi-site model with fleet and aftersales focus.
• Northern Commercial Services (NHS DAF): DAF truck dealer group with multiple sites across the North of England and Midlands. Direct peer on DAF franchise economics, depot network, and 24/7 aftersales support.

Broad incumbents

• Vertu Motors: AIM-listed UK automotive retailer with a broad portfolio of passenger and commercial franchises. Comparable in multi-franchise retailing and aftersales, though predominantly passenger car and operating at much larger scale.
• Inchcape UK: Global automotive distributor and retailer with significant UK commercial vehicle retail presence. A larger incumbent operating similar distribution, retail, and aftersales functions for commercial OEMs.

Others

• Keyloop (NetDirector Auto): Provider of the NetDirector Auto ecommerce and dealer management platform that powers Brian Currie's online retailing, inventory, and checkout. Technology partner and ecosystem enabler rather than a competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/briancurriemiltonkeynes
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/brian-currieltd

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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