Fiat has officially opened its new service centre and parts distribution hub in Battersea to cater for customers in central London.

The new aftersales centre is called Fiat Marylebone Service and is the sister site of Fiat’s London flagship store, Fiat Marylebone.

Formerly a theatre props warehouse, the new aftersales centre has been refurbished to bring it in line with Fiat’s standards.

The 11,000 square foot site incorporates six car ramps, including a heavy duty commercial vehicles ramp and diagnostic area.

As well as servicing, Fiat customers in the area will be able to get body repairs and wheel refurbishment work done.

The site also houses a parts department which will offer a delivery service to independent garages and trade operators in the area.

Tony Dittli, managing director of Fiat Marylebone, said: "The flagship store in Wigmore Street has been a great success, but we are committed to providing the best possible aftersales customer service too.

“In addition to repairs and servicing, the new site will offer MoTs, valeting, a merchandise section, loan cars, a shuttle facility to local rail stations and a collection and delivery service.”