Meet The Team Auto-Sportiva in Tonbridge, Kent
James Wickenden
Professional PhotographerOctobers employee of the month! No task is too big for James, he always ensures the job is done to a high standard. Well done Wiggles.
William Lee-Kemp
Owner & DirectorSince starting the business in 2007 Will has built Auto-Sportiva from the ground up, from having just a handful of cars to up to 200 today. Initially specialising in Italian cars hence the name, to now stocking mostly German and British brands such as Porsche, BMW and Land Rover. Will is also a family man who loves nothing more than spending time with his young son Presley. Drives - He doesn't have a daily drive, as he reviews a new vehicle from our collection each week. Dream Car - Rolls Royce Dawn Loves - Boats & Travel
Nathan Denton
General ManagerNathan has been with us for over 10 years, starting off as a Sales Executive and now filling the position of General Manager. He's known around the office as 'Sergent Sandwich' for his love of the lunchtime favourite. Besides Sandwiches, he has a love for BMW M Power currently owning an E36 M3 and previously a E60 M5 V10. Drives - Range Rover SDV8 Dream Car - Pagani Zonda Loves - Dogs & Dance Music
Alec Godley
Sales ManagerAs the longest serving member of the team, working with Boss Will from the age of 14, 20 years on Alec has gone from being the Chief Tyre Slicker/Valeter, to arguably the top sales executive within the business. Alec has a huge passion for cars and car modification, once spending over £30k over the course of a few years on a Seat Ibiza R which has now been scrapped. Recently swapping his dream car, Audi RS6, for a more suitable family car to suit his young family with two little girls. Drives - Porsche Cayenne S V8 Diesel Dream Car - Nissan R34 GTR Skyline Loves - Golf & Fad Diets
Andy Morfey
Sales ExecutiveAndy has brought his vast experience of the automotive industry to the dealership previously working for Peugeot and Williams with over 10 years experience in the motor trade. He's a keen sportsman who often gets in the ring at charity boxing matches and is an avid Turkish Food reviewer on Google! Andy spends most evenings and weekends with his young family or playing golf. Drives - BYD Seal Dream Car - McLaren Senna Loves - Golf & Poker
James Saunders
Sales ExecutiveJames, our Porsche Specialist with 5 years main dealer experience. For everything Porsche, he is the man to ask! James also has a soft spot for the ever so comfortable Range Rover, owning a couple over the years. He loves nothing more than spending time with his young family and water sports. Drives - Land Rover Defender Dream Car - Porsche 911 GT3RS Loves - Holidays with the family and Jet Skiing
Thomas Durham
Sales ExecutiveTom brings a wealth of experience to the business, starting his career at Ford and then building his way up to the luxury market with 7 years industry knowledge behind him. Tom has a passion for travel and has many interesting stories about his time in Thailand & Southeast Asia. He enjoys keeping fit and helping our customers find their dream cars. Drives - BMW 320D Dream Car - Ferrari 812 Superfast Loves - Thai Boxing & Hiking
Jon Rogers
Sales ExecutiveWith a background working for Mercedes, and DJing at dance events around Europe, we thought Jon was the perfect fit! Jon brings a wealth of over 8 years industry experience and all of the tracks to keep the vibes up in the office. Jon is a family man and now spends most of his spare time spending time with this wife and young children. Drives - Ford Puma Dream Car - Lamborghini Huracan Loves - Ketchup & Music
Oliver Smith
Sales ExecutiveOur Audi specialist, with 4 years Audi main dealer experience. Ollie broadens our expertise in the German luxury vehicle market even further. But that's not all.. Ollie is a qualified Kitchen designer, so he's your man for a new luxury car and advice on your new kitchen! He spends most weekends modifying and racing his BMW M2 Competition, a hobby he shares with his father, and is often heard leaving the dealership in his car singing to the cheesiest country songs. Drives - Audi RS3 Vorsprung Dream Car - Porsche GT3 RS Manthey Racing Loves - Country Music & Track Days
Robert Moore
BuyerThe man responsible for the gorgeous collection of vehicles for sale, but also the grumpiest man in the showroom. Robert has a huge attention for detail and vast knowledge of the motor trade with over 20 years of experience, with the last 10 years buying for a BMW main dealer group and a Premium Car Supermarket. Rob is a family man who spends most weekends playing sports with his son. Drives - Audi A5 Dream Car - Aston Martin DB5 Loves - Golf & Takeaways
Alex Carroll
Marketing ManagerThe pioneer of Chinese Thursdays. Alex joined the company during the expansion of Auto Sportiva in September 2020. He has since become a natural social media star for the business and often presents our array of stock on Instagram and Facebook; therefore, spending half of his day looking at himself in the mirror! Throughout his time here Alex has also qualified as a Digital Marketing Professional. Drives - Porsche Macan GTS Dream Car - Aston Martin Vantage Loves - Travel & Good Food
James Wickenden
Professional PhotographerSince a young age James has been a real petrol head and has had a passion for photography and videography since the age of 12, he's a self taught expert in everything to do with cars and cameras and in his words "was waiting for this opportunity'' when he saw the dealership had moved to Tonbridge, where James is from so he was the perfect fit. Drives - Alfa Romeo Mito Dream Car - Koenigsegg Jesko Loves - Pubs & Cars (Not in that order)
Caden Underwood
Vehicle ProgressorAs the youngest member of the team, Caden, fondly known as Curtains, is new to the industry and keen to learn as much as he can. His passion for cars is clear, and when paired with an excellent eye for detail, Caden suits the role perfectly. Caden works across various departments in the business offering support to improve the efficiency of the daily running of the dealership. He loves all things cars including race days, Formula One and Santa Pod. Drives - Seat Mii Dream Car - 1965 Ford Mustang Loves - Golf & F1
Stuart Clement
Delivery DriverStuart is the trooper of the dealership travelling far and wide every day to deliver your dream cars, often driving the length and breadth of the country every day and often finding himself in Scotland each week! He's worked as valeter and driver for over 15 years. Drives - Peugoet 107 Dream Car - Audi RS6 Loves - Family & Motorsport
Charlie Gale
DriverCharlie is a proud Mercedes man owning many over the years, with his favourite being his previous car, the hot hatch A45 AMG. He boasts over 10 years business driving experience so you can rest assured that your new pride and joy will make it on time and in perfect condition. Drives - Mercedes C-Class Dream Car - Nissan GTR R32 Loves - Tennis & Climbing
Pavol Tirpak
Head ValeterOriginally from Slovakia, but now calling England his home, Pavol has worked with Boss Will at the Dealership for over 15 years. He knows everything there is to know about reconditioning leathers, protecting paintwork and valeting cars, always ensuring your new pride and joy is as immaculate as possible. Drives - Toyota Rav 4 Dream Car - Land Rover Defender V8 Loves - Beer & Badminton
Ricky Slingsby
DetailerFamily man Ricky has been in the detailing industry for over 15 years, working independantly and for another buisness working with luxury vehicles. Interestingly enough Ricky played in the under 18's Chelsea football team for 10 years! Drives - VW Golf Dream Car - Lamborginhi Huracan Loves - Family & Football
Jason Milne
DetailerJason has a very impressive attention to detail and a huge passion for detailing cars, always adapting new methods to better his work and present clients with the perfect finished paintwork. He has previously worked as a Diamond Mounter and was also a DJ for many years. He loves spinning tracks and spinning mop heads! Drives - Mercedes A Class Night Edition Dream Car - Bugatti Chiron Loves - Ed Sheeran & Karate
Richard King
DetailerWith over 10 years motortrade experience, previously working as a spray painter, Richard knows all the tricks and techniques to ensure your new car sparkles again and feels brand new. He has a love for muscle cars and even has his dream car tattooed on his arm. Drives - Ford Focus ST Dream Car - Dodge Charger Loves - Car Shows & Golf
Artem Korniienkov
Detailer & ValeterUkranian Born Artem has lived in the U.K for just two years and previously worked in the automotive industry for years doing import/export and vehicle repairs. He's a family man who loves rally driving and watching the football. Drives - Audi A7 Dream Car - Porsche GT3 Loves - Rally Driving & Football
Dmytro Sotnyk
ValeterUkranian Born Dmytro has lived in the U.K with his wife, daughter and Yorkshire Terrier Marseille for just a year now. He's a family man who has a passion for photography and technology, often spending his spare time building websites. Drives - Tesla Model Y Dream Car - Audi RSQ8 Loves - Photography and Tennis
Rio Charvetto
DetailerRio joins the team as our youngest member of staff, but he's certainly not lacking in experience! With 3 years of detailing experience in the luxury market. He is a true petrol head owning 3 cars, with a passion for everything JDM. Drives - Nissan 200 SX Dream car - Nissan R32 Skyline Loves - Working with cars and the gym
Denise Kidd
Accounts TechnicianWith 20 years accounts experience, previously working at Mitishibishi, when Denise's application came through, we knew she would be the perfect fit. She loves nothing more than meeting with friends, spending time with family & enjoying a glass of wine! Drives - Audi A4 Avant Dream Car - BMW M3 Touring Loves - Meeting Friends & Enjoying the sunshine