Bicester: New era for Porsche specialist Autofarm

Following over 40 years of running one of the UK’s most respected independent Porsche specialist services, Josh Sadler has sold Autofarm to the existing management team of Mikey Wastie and Steve Wood.

The deal will see Sadler continuing to work at Autofarm as heritage director, drawing upon his almost-unparalleled knowledge of Porsche cars, such as the RS2.7, to manage the sales and heritage side of the business.

Wastie, who has worked at Autofarm for over 15 years, will oversee the burgeoning engines, projects and restoration division, while long-time supplier and former Carrera Cup racer Steve Wood will manage the service and storage. Together they will continue to lead the company’s ongoing expansion, while retaining the character and personal touch that typifies the Autofarm customer experience.

“We have been working on making this a seamless transition for staff and customers for some months and I am delighted Mikey and Steve engender the true passion needed for both the Porsche marque and our customers,” said Sadler.

“Stepping away from the day-to-day running will enable me to focus more on our car sales, and the classic and heritage side. As 911 values have risen, provenance has become increasingly important and investors are seeking perfect, correct specification cars. It’s an area where, with Autofarm’s expertise and history, we can really help customers.”

For Autofarm’s new custodians, the ownership is exciting but both are mindful of the responsibility of looking after a brand that has been part of the Porsche scene for so long. “It is an immense privilege to now own and manage this company,” said Mikey Wastie. “Steve and I have been involved with Autofarm for a combined 25 years so we truly understand and appreciate what we now have. Josh's still being part of the business is a huge benefit as we take Autofarm forward.”

All current staff, together with two new employees, continue to work at Autofarm.