AMT Specialist Cars operates as an independent used specialist car dealer, sourcing, selling and financing sports and prestige vehicles for business and private customers. 

Paul Russell joins to spearhead the division’s strategy for growth in a move to expand its business to the same level as the vehicle rental and contract hire divisions. The firm added that the development of AMT Specialist Cars will complement the existing leasing & rental proposition and enabling a total mobility solution offering to both the corporate and leisure markets. 

This will be further boosted by the acquisition and development of the group’s new 50,000 square foot headquarters in Leeds, which will house the rental, leasing and specialist car divisions. This is due for completion by March 2015. 

Previously with Avis and Nexus Vehicle Management, Russell brings a wealth of industry knowledge to lead the development of this sector of the Group. 

He commented: ‘This is a very exciting time to join this dynamic Group of companies and I see the Specialist Car division as being a fundamental contributor to the overall growth. I am delighted to be given the opportunity to lead AMT Specialist Cars and look forward to working with the team to broaden our service offering, to deliver future growth and drive performance and service to new heights.’ 

Neil McGawley, group managing director, added: ‘Paul is a tremendous addition to the Groups Management team and will lead on the development of our Specialist Car division. I see this division as a major contributor to our already comprehensive mobility solution offering and will add still further value for our customers.’