Red carpet Rolls out for prestige brand

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Auckland dealer Team McMillan has added another prestige nameplate to its Newmarket outlet, that of Rolls-Royce.

The BMW dealership has been servicing Rolls-Royce models for the past seven years and has now been appointed Auckland's authorised dealer. It is building a showroom on Great South Rd to house the luxury British marque's range of models.

The new facility is expected to be opened in late October. Called Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Auckland, it will be led by executive chairman Bob McMillan.

"This appointment shows the great confidence Rolls-Royce has in our abilities to satisfy the demand for existing and prospective buyers," said McMillan.

Rolls-Royce says it has been assessing the New Zealand market for some time.

"We have observed a market that has definite potential for our cars," said Paul Harris, Asia Pacific regional director. "I am delighted to secure a partnership with Team McMillan.

"This appointment is part of our regional expansion plan to create sustainable growth."