A Midlands company that makes the chassis for the Morgan Aero 8 has turned to Mercedes-Benz to drive its own business forward.
Radshape Sheet Metal chose a new Mercedes Sprinter to deliver the chassis to the manufacturer of the British sports car.
Supplied by Birmingham dealer Gerard Mann Commercials, Radshape’s new Sprinter 311CDI chassis cab has a curtainside body by Summedale Truck Bodies, also of Birmingham. It has replaced a vehicle by another manufacturer and is the first Mercedes to wear Radshape’s colours.
“There’s a lot of prestige associated with the Mercedes-Benz brand and we decided that it was time to for us to take that step up,” declares Sales Director Ken Brown. “The Sprinter may cost a little more than some rivals but its predicted ‘whole life’ running costs are a lot lower, thanks to its reliability, long service intervals and high residual values.”
The Sprinter is powered by a smooth and clean common-rail diesel engine, and bristles with safety features, including the latest Adaptive version of the ESP® anti-skid system, which dynamically monitors the vehicle’s load status while it is on the move. A class-leading three-year, unlimited mileage warranty also comes as standard, as does a free, Service Package that covers the first five years or 60,000 miles of operation, whichever is reached sooner.
“Our drivers love the Sprinter,” explains Mr Brown. “It’s very comfortable and easy to drive, and is proving to be economical to operate.”
Radshape is also delighted with the service it has received from Gerard Mann van sales executive Rob Lynock. “He responded quickly and efficiently to our initial inquiry and was very helpful in explaining our options and in keeping us informed every step of the way,” adds Mr Brown.
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