FG Barnes And Sons Ltd

About FG Barnes And Sons Ltd

Celebrating excellence since 1899. We have a tradition of excellence from over 125 years of trading and offer fantastic quality, exceptional value and excellent customer service. Our company began in 1899, specialising in tar-spraying machines. Young engineer Frederick George Barnes purchased a small business in Godalming and initially focused on maintaining steam road rollers. His skills soon led him to service the emerging 'horseless carriages' and invent a tar-spraying machine to create durable, dust-free roads—a major innovation of the time. After World War I, the business diversified into hire cars and a driving school. In 1920, Barnes became a Chevrolet dealer, marking the start of a partnership with General Motors. By 1922, his sons joined the company, and in 1936, they opened a Guildford site. Following F.G. Barnes' passing, his sons expanded the business, supplying Vauxhall and Bedford vehicles, and moved to larger premises in Slyfield Green in 1971. Today, Chief Executive Officer Rob Walford leads the business, with the grandson of F.G. Barnes continuing to play a role. With our background of excellence, innovation and dedication, FG Barnes stands as a testament to care, craftsmanship and continuity. FG Barnes is your local car dealership serving Guildford and the surrounding areas. FG Barnes offers a wide selection of new cars including global brands such as Vauxhall, Omoda and Jaecoo. In addition to new cars we provide a range of quality used cars and LCV's at FG Barnes Used Cars as well as offering comprehensive servicing, MOT's and Motability vehicles. Take a look at our part-exchange and financing options available!