Rolling into Christchurch
Since 1966, Giltrap Group has been synonymous with bringing the world’s most desirable cars to New Zealand; now, Giltrap Group have brought their automotive magic to Canterbury.
Giltrap Christchurch boasts both the world’s southernmost Certified Bentley Service Centre and one of the South Island’s most impressive selections of pre-owned luxury vehicles and supercars.
Perhaps the best way to describe Giltrap Christchurch is as a home to the South Island’s supercars. The purpose-built facility has been designed to give mainlanders a permanent hub, with factory-trained technicians and support from iconic brands like Aston Martin, McLaren, Lamborghini, and Bentley.
“We love cars, and so do our customers, and Cantabrians have a real passion for great cars, so it was a natural choice to invest in a facility to match. While it isn’t as impressive as One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, some of our supercars could easily match the Crusaders when it comes to wow factor,” says Giltrap Group CEO Steve Kenchington.
The goal was to give Giltrap Christchurch the same character as their now iconic group head office building in Auckland’s Grey Lynn, where Bentley, Aston Martin, and Lamborghini have their New Zealand headquarters. Giltrap Christchurch is set to become a destination, not only for owners of luxury vehicles, but for fans of supercars. From the start, Giltrap Christchurch was designed to be a destination where the world’s coolest cars could be both enjoyed and cared for.
Giltrap Christchurch will also be a base for the regular drive events held by the group in the South Island, says James Berry, GM Luxury, Giltrap Group. “There is no question that the South Island boasts some of the world’s best driving roads, so it is fantastic to have this location, not only for mainlanders, but also for guests travelling south, to deliver the best possible experience, driving the best cars on the best roads.”
Giltrap Christchurch replaces the remote service clinics that have previously taken care of luxury and high-performance cars in the South Island. The permanent location in Islington means assistance and advice are now local. At the heart of the operation is Giltrap Group’s personalised and seamless experience, with expert technicians, genuine parts, and flexible appointments, ensuring every visit is smooth and enjoyable.
“Since Sir Colin Giltrap opened his first dealership nearly sixty years ago, that commitment to delivering the world’s best automotive journeys and brands has been the focus of everything we do,” says Steve. “At the heart of that is people, our customers, our team, and Kiwis. From our passion for helping motorsport take on and beat the world, to events like New Zealand Fashion Week and the Starship Supercar Show, Giltrap Group is proudly New Zealand.”
Whether you need advice or service, you’re looking for your dream car…or just want to dream, Giltrap Christchurch is only 15 minutes from both the Square and the airport, at 491 Waterloo Road, Islington. The team looks forward to seeing you Monday to Friday, 8.30am–5pm, and weekend visits are available by appointment.