About Us

Carbase started life as Brent Cars in 2003. We have grown into the largest independent used car dealership in the South-West with 5 Carbase Stores, Vanbase Bristol, over 200 staff and up to 3,000 vehicles in stock. We are very proud of the high standards we achieve, and equally passionate about our history, our business and our people. It is the determination and drive of everyone who works at Carbase which has resulted in our success. At Carbase it has always been our belief that our best resource is our staff, which is why we have made it one of the most friendly and positive places to work in the used car industry. Selling high quality used vehicles, may be our business, but it's trust, transparency and customer care that we place at the forefront of everything we do. We are proud to employ staff who embody this philosophy and perpetuate it regardless of their job role. The high regard in which our customers hold us in is entirely down to our staff and their continuous commitment to improve the service we offer. From humble beginnings: Launched in 2003, and formally Brent Cars, Carbase has grown into the largest independent approved used car dealership in the South West. Maintaining a strong connection to it’s family run Somerset heritage, Carbase now has 5 showrooms across the South-West with recent expansion into the click & collect market. Our Values: • Integrity - an unwavering commitment to Integrity in everything we do • Customer Centered - always walking in our customers’ shoes… passionate about delivering excellence & not accepting second best • Growth Mindset - curious… “can-do” in approach… seeking opportunities to grow & develop …having fun through celebrating milestone successes as well as the BIG wins • Accountable - making it personal; prepared to make the tough calls; operating at pace & recognizing when collaboration is key to success • Caring - for each other, our teams & the communities in which we operate We put a lot of time and effort into finding the best people for our jobs, and ensuring that they are developed and rewarded.