The Nick Whale Group is developing a new performance car showroom in Leicester in a joint venture with Gilbran, the automotive real estate company.

The two acre site will become Nick Whale’s official east midlands sales and servicing hub for ‘an exclusive German sports car marque’ when it opens in September.

Gilbran worked with Nick Whale to identify and purchase the site, and structure a long-term lease on the planned property, giving controllable costs and lower overheads.

“Gilbran’s business model is built on our deep understanding of the motor industry from both the retailers and manufacturers perspective and this insight has enabled us to secure a site and start developing the dealership to meet both Nick Whale’s and the manufacturer’s business needs,” said Nigel Smith, Gilbran managing director.

“Our aim is to provide a bespoke property finance solution, including identifying and buying the site and building the retail premises which meets our clients operational needs today and into the future, with flexible and competitive lease terms,” he said.