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The David Manners Group now comprises of four of the most established market leaders in the car parts industry. We supply parts for modern and classic Jaguar & Daimler, MG & Triumph, Mazda MX5, Classic Mini and Morris Minor cars.
In 1981 David Manners ventured in the Morris Minor automotive spares market and went into partnership creating the Morris Minor Centre (Birmingham). Originally restoring and repairing Morris Minor cars and commercials the parts side of the business grew and grew and became the main income for the business.
As the business grew so did the need for space and in 1998 the business moved to the current site on the Wolverhampton road.
Becoming part of the David Manners Group in 2006 has increased the buying power of this once small two man band to create a company with a steadily increasing turnover.
We have access to around 3000 parts and over 1600 lines in stock, for all Morris Minor cars.
Go Glenys
Here at the Morris Minor Centre Birmingham, we're passionate about getting young people excited about Morris Minor cars. That's one of the reasons we decided to embark on the challenging restoration project of Glenys, a lovely Moggy we acquired in 2017. Our good friend Fuzz Townshend, host on National Geographic's Car SOS, did a phenomenal job restoring Glenys to her former glory, and an amazing total of over £12,000 was raised for the Primrose Hospice in Bromsgrove when we raffled off the car!
Events
You can come and vist us at many events throughout the year, including our annual Morris Minor Open Day usually held in May. The event is open to owners and enthusiasts alike, and is a chance to have a look at some gorgeous cars, as well as learn handy hints & tips from our resident Morris Minor experts, get special discount on Morris Minor parts, and of course eat cake! It's just a shame we can't always rely on the British weather!
Meet the Team
David Manners
Chairman
Sarah Kane
PA to Kate Manners
John Devit
Sales Team Leader
Andrew Paddock
Sales Specialist
Stephen Brooker
Luke Daniels
Kate Manners
Managing Director
Simon Oughtibridge
Sales & Aftersales Manager
Jack Weston
Morris Minor Sales Specialist
Dave Woakes
Kevin Emery
Adam Wellings
Katie Storey
HR Business Partner
Steve Moore
Purchasing Manager
Ewan Stevens
Paul Grainger
Iwan Jones
Claude Dumas
Simon Carr
Michael Parker
The DMG Timeline
1977
David Manners searches for a complete exhaust system for his Daimler Dart, and ends up having 100 manufactured, eventually leading him to found the David Manners Partnership, specialising in Daimler spares.
1981
The Morrs Minor Centre Birmingham was established. David Manners move to the current premises in Oldbury to accomodate company growth.
1982
The XJS and XJ saloon ranges are added as part of the new MK2 lists. David begins to look at all Jaguar models with a view to absorb each one into the company's range.
1995
Kate Manners, David's eldest daughter is brought into the business. The company becomes David Manners Ltd and the building next door is purchased to double the size of the premises.
1998
David Manners Ltd commenced a highly successful collaboration with Mini Spares Centre London. The first Mini Open Evening is held at the Oldbury premises.
2000
David Manners Ltd take full control over Abingdon MG Parts Ltd supplying parts for MG, Triumph and Mazda MX5 cars. The Morris Minor Centre Birmingham is moved to the Oldbury building.
2005
David Manners Ltd achieve Approved Jaguar European Parts Distributor Status.
2010
The remaining shares of Morris Minor Centre Birmingham are fully obtained by David Manners Ltd.
2011
Kate Manners appointed as Managing Director, David moves to company Chairman. David Manners Ltd reaches a turnover of £8.9 million.
2012
David Manners Ltd rebrand to the David Manners Group (DMG) to develop the four component companies into one cohesive entity. More building work takes place to provide additional warehouse space. DMG win the Service Excellence Award at the Family Business Awards.
2013
DMG win Highly Commended Family Business of the Year Award, and Kate Manners stands as head judge for the Service Excellence Awards.
2015
DMG start working with Sandwell Council to take on apprentices in the sales department and warehouse.
2016
DMG invest in new technology to secure their place in the industry for years to come.
2017
DMG win New Employer of the Year Award at the Sandwell Business Awards
2018
DMG win Employer of the Year and Corporate Social Responsibility Awards at the Midlands Family Business Awards
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Parts for Classic Mini | Jaguar & Daimler | MG & Triumph | Morris Minor | MX5
Morris Minor Centre Bham | 991 Wolverhampton Road | Oldbury | West Midlands | B69 4RJ
