Mercedes-Benz is currently focussing on multiplying its dealerships to increase their reach towards customers across the country. It has inaugurated two new dealerships in Thane and Kandivali, a new 3S facility was also launched in Thrissur last week. Landmark cars, the 3S facility in Thane has a total area of 83,000sq.ft. The facility hosts 27 bays including premier express service, specialty car bay for maintenance activities and integrated body and paint shops, with a capacity of servicing 6000 cars per year.
The facility can display 11 cars at a time. The dealership aims to provide service to customers from the nearby areas which includes Dombivali, Borivali, Kalyan ,Dahisar, Vasai and Virar. Another Landmark Cars dealership, which was inaugurated on the same day in Kandivali has a total area of 7500sq.ft and can display up to six cars. It also houses a café and boutique. With the addition of these two new dealerships, the total number of Mercedes-Benz dealerships goes up to 92 spread across 45 cities in the country.
Speaking at the launch, Roland Folger, managing director and CEO, Mercedes-Benz India, said, “Thane is a fast growing luxury car market and its proximity to Mumbai gives it immense potential to grow in the future as a major business hub and contributor to our overall sales volumes. With these facilities, Mercedes-Benz India reiterates its philosophy of being ahead of the curve and future ready to cater to the increasing customer demand. With the third dealer partner in Mumbai region, we are confident of capitalizing the growth potential of Mercedes-Benz in this highly dynamic market and create a true benchmark for our patrons.”
Sanjay Thakker, Chairman, Landmark Cars, said, “We have had a long- standing association with Mercedes-Benz and it gives us immense pleasure to continue this strong relationship by presenting our discerning customers two more luxury car dealerships, in Thane and in Kandivali . This part of Maharashtra has an affluent customer base with a keen interest in Mercedes-Benz and we are confident of offering our renowned brand ownership experience. Mercedes-Benz is redefining the luxury car segment in India and we are privileged to be part of this growth story. With today’s inauguration, Landmark Cars boasts of a strong market presence with state-of-art facilities in Gujarat, West Bengal,Madhya Pradesh and now in Maharashtra.”