1981 – Peter Cooper Volkswagen Hedge End, Southampton –
Peter’s first site started in Hedge End, Southampton, at the Coopers roundabout and started with 8 staff members.
1991 – Peter Cooper Volkswagen Fareham –
The second Volkswagen-approved sales and authorised repairer.
1998 – Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth –
Relocated the Fareham business to a much larger purpose-built modern showroom and workshops, located at the Portsmouth Motor Park.
2003 – Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester –
Expanded into West Sussex, with the group now employing 165 staff members.
2003 – Peter Cooper Paint and Body Centre, Chichester –
Approved Volkswagen Group Bodyshop, officially authorised to repair Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, CUPRA, SKODA and Volkswagen Commercial under their warranty paint repair terms.
2016 – Peter Cooper Volkswagen Shirley –
Southampton-based retailer of new and approved used vehicles and aftersales facility with the group staff members now at 220.
2016 – Peter Cooper Volkswagen Hedge End, Southampton –
Relocated from ‘Coopers Roundabout’ to a large purpose-built facility to accommodate 12 new car showrooms, approved used vehicles and 15 workshop bays for servicing, parts, accessories and MOTs.
2016 – All Makes Service Centre by Peter Cooper –
Also at Cooper's roundabout, it offers customers who drive any make or model an alternative way of servicing their car at competitive rates by highly skilled technicians. Our service is designed to compete with the independent servicing market, offering excellent service from a trusted family.
2016 - Peter Cooper Leasing -
Selling all makes and models of vehicle, whether you’re a lover of Volkswagens or any other brands. Our team of experts can help you find the best way of funding your vehicle, whether through your business or leasing your vehicle privately.
2016 – Peter Cooper Modifications –
Providing our customers with opportunities to enhance and modify their vehicles. From performance upgrades to exterior modifications, including ECU software and engine tuning, transforming both the look and performance of any vehicle. Our extensive expertise spans all makes and models, from Peugeot to Porsche, ensuring your vehicle reaches its highest potential. In 2022, we rebranded Peter Cooper Racing to Peter Cooper Modifications (PCM), expanding our services beyond just the racing element to cater to all aspects of vehicle enhancement and modification, wrapping, ceramic coating, window tinting, alloy wheels, callipers and exhaust systems. We provide comprehensive performance upgrades, allowing for limitless customisation, such as brake calliper colour coding with high-quality parts to improve performance.
2016 – Prestige Cars by Peter Cooper, Hedge End –
Launched at our original site at Cooper's roundabout, offering an extensive selection of high-quality used vehicles to accommodate every budget, including brands such as Aston Martin, Porsche, Jaguar, Mercedes, Range Rover, BMW, and Audi. Additionally, we feature exceptional part-exchange models sourced from within our group, all meticulously vetted to meet our rigorous safety and quality standards.
2020 – Rent A Car Volkswagen
Volkswagen rental service for either daily rent or monthly. With a fleet of 32 vehicles to choose from, which span the range of models and include petrol, diesel and electric vehicles.
2020 – MyTrustedElectrical –
Established as part of the Peter Cooper Motor Group, building on the success of MyEVCP—a trusted provider of electric vehicle charging point installations for homes and businesses, regardless of brand or vehicle. Today, MyEVCP is a cornerstone of MyTrustedElectrical, working alongside myCompliance, myLighting, and myInstallation and Maintenance to offer a wide range of services. As a family-owned business with a long-standing commitment to customer focus, MyTrustedElectrical brings these values into every aspect of its electrical services. With our NICEIC Approved Contractor status and deep industry expertise, we provide comprehensive, reliable solutions tailored to meet all our customers’ electrical needs.
2021 – Prestige Cars by Peter Cooper, Horsham –
Opening a brand-new site in Horsham in West Sussex, this site has two showrooms and a 60-used-car forecourt display.
2021 – All Makes Service Centre Horsham –
Located on the same site as Prestige Cars, this site offers servicing, repairs, and MOT for vehicles of any make and model.
2023 –Peter Cooper Kia –
In July 2023, the Peter Cooper Motor Group acquired Viking Garages Kia West End, also a family-run business with a shared commitment to service and integrity. Viking Garages Kia, a trusted name since 1972, has long upheld the same values that define the Peter Cooper Motor Group. Now operating as Peter Cooper Kia, we’ve relocated to a new, state-of-the-art retail site in Hedge End. This move reflects our dedication to providing the highest quality facilities and an enhanced customer experience.
2023 - Vehicle Trade Centre -
The Vehicle Trade Centre was established in 2023, located in Hedge End, Southampton. Open solely for the general public, this centre specialises in offering vehicles acquired through part exchanges from customers who have purchased from one of our eight locations. Catering to all manufacturers and models, our selection is carefully curated to meet the needs of the general public. At the Vehicle Trade Centre, we offer budget-friendly vehicles priced from as little as £2,495 up to £19,995. We also purchase vehicles directly from customers and can include settling outstanding finance or facilitate part exchanges with cash back if your vehicle is valued higher than the one you’re purchasing.
2024 – Prestige Cars West End, Southampton
Part of the move with relocating our Kia business into Hedge End
2024 – Rent A Car Kia
Running alongside the successful Volkswagen rent-a-car business, we now offer Kia daily rental vehicles as a value-for-money alternative to ensure we cater to all your motoring needs.
2024 – Peter Cooper OMODA and JAECOO –
The Peter Cooper Motor Group is proud to partner with OMODA and JAECOO as they enter the UK car market in mid-2024. As two of the world’s newest automotive brands, OMODA and JAECOO are committed to offering customers innovative, future-ready vehicles that reflect their values and lifestyles. We now proudly operate OMODA and JAECOO sites in Southampton and Chichester, dedicated to delivering exceptional service and cutting-edge automotive solutions.
2025 Peter Cooper Jeep Horsham –
Our first Jeep franchise; we are authorised to sell new and approved Jeep vehicles. Authorised servicing, accessories, repairs and MOTs are based at our showrooms in Horsham in West Sussex.
2025 – Peter Cooper XPeng West End, Southampton –
Our first XPeng franchise and another Chinese brand in the group to complement Omoda and Jaecoo. XPeng, founded in 2014 in China, is a global smart electric vehicle (EV) company specialising in clean, intuitive, and innovative mobility solutions. With industry-leading research and development facilities, XPeng focuses on delivering vehicles that offer superior safety, electric efficiency, and on-road performance. The company is at the forefront of advancing core technologies, including autonomous driving capabilities and intelligent in-car infotainment systems.
