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For the next 3 years Ford will be the official vehicle supplier to the RNLI. Most visibly we’ll be supporting their great work with the Ford Ranger, which will help lifeguards patrol beaches up and down the UK. To date the RNLI have saved the lives of over 141,000 people in UK or Irish waters.…

In aid of Emmaus Suffolk, we are collecting unwanted household items in January.   Emmaus Suffolk is a local independent charity working for individuals who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. We have agreed to help them by setting up these donation stations across the Group so that…

Spontaneously Adventurous The rugged and versatile All-New Focus Active Crossover is available to order now with 0% APR Representative finance! Delivering practicality, flexibility and utility, the increased ride height and extended wheel arches let you command the road with the…

Our 4th annual Charity Quiz Night was a huge success and our biggest yet with 37 teams at Ipswich and 22 teams at Lowestoft. We're thrilled to announce our Ipswich Quiz raised £2,390 for Suffolk Family Carers and St. Elizabeth Hospice. Two weeks later, we raised £1,497.70 for…

So you’re wanting to find out more about our Transit Show Live event? The event is on now and ends 18th November 2018. We can show you around the iconic Transit and entire range of Ford commercial vehicles.  Capable, like a van. Smart, like a car. - Transit Courier Drives as good as…

We know how unpredictable the winter months can be, so make sure your Ford is ready for whatever the elements have in store. For just £9.99 an expert Ford trained technician will carry out a comprehensive 30-point check covering all of the most important parts of your car, including:…

With a sophisticated new look, comprehensively updated interior, and more advanced technology than ever before, New Transit Connect has evolved. The trademark Transit toughness, durability and functionality still remain, in features including an ingenious load-through bulkhead and flexible front…

A Ford Mondeo Hybrid Estate 2019 has been revealed. The new model variant was unveiled at the Paris Motor Show and will offer a more practical version of the car. It will be powered by a hybrid-electric powertrain which will enable the low-emissions of a hybrid and an abundance of driving range…

The All-New Fiesta Sport Van - Coming 2018 We took the head-turning design, smart technology and fun-to-drive dynamics of the Ford Fiesta. Combined it with the practicality, durability and generous load space that Ford vans are renowned for. The result: The All-New Ford Fiesta Sport Van. With…

NEW FORD EDGE COMING JANUARY 2019 The New Ford Edge incorporates a host of advanced technologies that exist solely to enhance your driving experience. State-of-the-art systems include Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Lane Centering. These systems work together seamlessly, on…

Here’s a glimpse of our first global all-electric Mustang-inspired performance utility…. available in 2020  Ford's all-new Mustang-inspired fully-electric peformance utility arrives in 2020 wih targeted range of 300 miles. The teaser image, released today of the new…

  Following the continued success of our annual John Grose charity quiz nights, we're thrilled to invite you to our 2018 event on: Thursday 1st November: John Grose Ipswich, Ransomes Europark, IP3 9BE Thursday 15th November: John Grose Lowestoft, Whapload Road NR32 1NN  …

Why bring your vehicles to our workshop, when we can bring the workshop to you? We're proud to be part of a national Ford network offering our customers Ford Mobile Servicing; bringing the convenience of our Ford Service expertise directly to you to help minimise vehicle downtime and…

The Most Innovative, Dynamic and Exciting Ford Ever Be one of the first to see and test drive an All-New Focus - Book Your 48 Hour Test Drive Today! Click here to see some of our latest offers. Designed from a clean sheet of paper, the All-New Ford Focus ushers in a new era for technology, comfort,…

It has been confirmed the mad Ford Ranger Raptor pick-up truck will be sold in the UK. Buoyed by the global reaction to the F-150 Raptor, Ford of Britain had been lobbying hard for the Ranger Raptor to be sold on these shores. The Ranger is already the best-selling pick-up in the UK, so a…

Thursday 16th August 2018 | 1pm - 8pm   We were pleased to host our sixth annual Motability Awareness Day at our Ipswich and Lowestoft dealerships. It was a great day! Dedicated to the Motability Car Scheme, this event offered an opportunity for those who think they, or someone…

For the first time, you and your Ford can stay seamlessly connected wherever you are. The New FordPass Connect modem and FordPass app enables you to interact with your car like never before. That’s because a range of connected services in your vehicle, and on your smartphone, work…

Ultra-contemporary style and personalisation, so you can make your car your own More advanced technology and invaluable features An exhilarating, dynamic drive that’s designed to put a big smile on your face All-New Fiesta ST-Line models now available All-New Fiesta is reimagined and…

We're proud to announce that John Grose Chairman, Ian Twinley, handed over a brand new Transit Luton to Emmaus Suffolk this week. We're proud to be supporting the charity, who will be using the van as a mobile shop, to provide donated household goods, ethically sourced cleaning products…

  New Fiesta Active crossover range is available to order now, offering distinctive rugged looks and advanced technologies   Standard specification includes bodystyling; Eco, Slippery and Normal drive modes   Powered by award-winning 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol engine in four power…

NEW FORD TRANSIT CUSTOM NOW AVAILABLE TO TEST DRIVE Transit Custom has always been renowned for its toughness, functionality and reliability.  Now, it delivers an even wider range of innovative features and smart technologies like Side Wind Stabilisation which helps the driver to stay in lane…

If you haven’t discovered it already, FordPass is the smart new way to access a range of Ford services and experiences straight from the palm of your hand. FordPass is designed to help you make your journey through life even easier, by providing you with a range of smart Ford features.…

The New Ford EcoSport is here.  See it for yourself and test drive today.   New Ford EcoSport compact SUV debuts powerful, fuel-efficient all-new 1.5-litre Ford EcoBlue diesel engine; is more versatile and capable with Intelligent All Wheel Drive.   Rugged, stylish new EcoSport…

You may have seen some negative press surrounding diesel engine vehicles of late, here are some facts to help tell the full story…. On average, diesels use 15-20% less fuel that like-for-like petrol models, so diesel makes a lot more sense for high-mileage drivers In 2009 Diesel Particulate…

A big thank you to all who came along and participated in our Charity Quiz nights in Ipswich and Lowestoft.  Thanks to you we raised over £4,200 for our charities Suffolk Family Carers, Headway Suffolk, BBC Children in Need and D.I.A.L Lowestoft.  This was our third year of charity…

To celebrate the fantastic range of Ford Performance vehicles now available, including the Focus RS & ST, Mustang GT and the New ST-Line range, we were joined by many of you at the Fast Ford Event at our FordStore Ipswich dealership on Ransomes Europark on Sunday 13th August.  We were…

The Ford GT is to be made available in a limited-edition Heritage theme honouring the GT40 Mark IV race car driven to victory by Dan Gurney and A.J. Foyt at Le Mans in 1967. The supercar will feature unique interior and exterior colour themes, and an exclusive wheel finish. “In creating a…

We are  very proud to have been presented with the prestigious Chairman’s Award, by Mandy Dean, District Manager, & Nicholas Whyman, Zone Manager on behalf of Ford Motor Company.  This award is given only to dealers with the highest absolute customer satisfaction scores and is…

The Ford GT is to be made available in a limited-edition Heritage theme honouring the GT40 Mark IV race car driven to victory by Dan Gurney and A.J. Foyt at Le Mans in 1967. The supercar will feature unique interior and exterior colour themes, and an exclusive wheel finish. “In creating a…

John Grose is proud to be one of over 40 national and local 'Cornerstone' employers who have committed to working with secondary schools and colleges to help inspire and prepare their pupils for the fast changing world of work. These organisations have joined forces with The Careers &…

To celebrate the fantastic range of Ford Performance vehicles now available, including the Focus RS & ST, Mustang GT and the New ST-Line range, we were joined by many of you at the Fast Ford Event at our FordStore Ipswich dealership on Ransomes Europark on Sunday 13th August.  We were…

Cyclists in East Anglia were again treated to a taste of the pro cycling experience on our second Tour de Ford ride, in association with Team Sky, hosted by our FordStore Ipswich team on Sunday 14th May. The day began with registration and refreshments in the showroom on Ransomes Europark, followed…

SelectShift Automatic Transmission The new six-speed SelectShift automatic transmission delivers a smooth, relaxing driving experience, especially in busy stop-start traffic.  The transmission allows you to change gear manually if you prefer, using the facia-mounted gearshift, and provides the…

You already knew Ford Ranger was tough, but did you know it was smart too?   BUILT TOUGH With the ability to carry up to 1,269kg, tow up to 3,500kg and wade through water up to 800mm deep, the new Ford Ranger is more than capable. This is a vehicle you can depend on in the harshest…

We are very proud to annouce that we have been named the winner in the Regional Dealer of the Year category in the national, annual Motability Scheme Dealer Awards for the second year running. The accolade recognises the continued support of our dedicated team in providing outstanding service to…

Ridefest ‘17 challenge is taking place from 14th to 30th March raising money for St Elizabeth Hospice to help support and care for patients and their families, friends and carers. We are proud to be supporting this campaign by providing the van for transporting the exercise bikes between…

University of Suffolk students will now be able to travel in style to and from events and sports fixtures in their fully branded minibus, recently supplied by our Ransomes Europark team . Our Chairman, Ian Twinley, handed over the keys to Students’ Union Chief Executive Sarah Tattersall and…

Motability customers in the Lowestoft area can be sure of receiving award-winning customer service as we have won a regional award for our work with the Motability Car Scheme for both our Ford & Kia franchises on Whapload Road. The accolade is part of a programme of awards by Motability…

Ford Rental - 2 days for the price of 1  We all know that there are times when you need just one more seat in the car, or just a little more boot space. Ford Rental are now offering 2 days hire for the price of 1 for cars collected on a Saturday. To view the range of cars available for…

We're very proud to announce that our Sky Television advert will take to the air this February, highlighting the great range of products we have available at our dealerships.  Not only will you find an award winning range of new Ford cars and vans, such as the Fiesta, Focus, New Kuga and…

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - The way Vehicle Excise Duty (Road Fund Licence or Road Tax) is calculated changed on 1st April 2017 On 1st April 2017 the government introduced some changes to road tax bands which will affect all new cars that are registered after that date. (Vehicles that were…

What type of ship was the Cutty Sark?  Who won a ‘Best Actor’ Oscar for the film Training Day? Questions asked at the second annual John Grose quiz nights which saw more than 300 people take part to help raise over £3,014.70 for charity. The first John Grose charity quiz…

We are pleased to announce additional Ford Options savings across a range of Ford cars.* Visit your nearest John Grose Ford dealership before the end of March to discover and explore the latest Ford models, such as the sporty ST-Line range or the bold and assertive new Edge SUV. Find your…

Ford Vignale - Premium Ownership Experience Delivering more than outstanding products, Vignale will also make the discovery, acquisition and ownership of a Vignale vehicle a personalised and rewarding experience. The premium Ford Vignale range are available from all John Grose Ford dealerships…

More cutting-edge style and more personalisation, so you can make your car your own. More advanced technology and more invaluable features. And more exhilarating to drive than ever.  Next Generation Fiesta is reimagined and reinvented. And as you’ll soon discover when you experience its…

The New All Kuga Has Arrived! The New Kuga is designed to inspire and enable endless possibilities.  Advanced SYNC 3 technology (optional on Zetec) will encourage your sense of adventure by showing you nearby events and restaurants.  And wherever your curiosity leads you, the New Kuga will…

To celebrate the fantastic range of Ford Performance vehicles now available, including the Focus RS & ST, Mustang and the New ST-Line range, on Saturday 5th November 2016 we were thrilled to be able to display a Ford GT Race Car, provided by Ford Performance Chip Ganassi Racing…

The Eagerly Awaited New Ka+ Has Arrived KA+ is a surprisingly spacious compact car.  The rear seats can easily accommodate three passengers thanks to a generous shoulder width and there's good news for tall people too thanks to ample legroom. Featuring Ford's new 'MyFord…

On Wednesday 20th July we were presented with the prestigious Chairman’s Award from Mandy Dean, District Manager, on behalf of Ford Motor Company.  This award is given only to dealers with the highest absolute customer satisfaction scores and is judged using independent customer…

The compact exterior of the KA+ expresses its own personality by combining the practicality of five doors with design cues such as the distinctive Ford grille and expressive headlamps. The New KA+ is a surprisingly spacious compact car. The rear seats can easily accommodate three passengers thanks…

You may know that we offer new and used vehicle sales and servicing, but did you know that our FordStore dealership on Ransomes Europark in Ipswich also offers Car, van and Minibus Rental?  In fact, our experienced team led by Karen Burgess has been operating the national Ford Rental service…

The S-MAX Vignale will offer the highest expression of the Ford brand in Europe, showcasing the features that customers tell us they want in terms of styling and quality, advanced technology and exclusivity. The S-MAX Vignale features 18”inch Vignale alloy wheels, Chrome body…

The Ford Ranger has earned its reputation as a go anywhere, do anything pick-up and the new Ranger is set to strengthen this reputation with a series of design, capability and technology upgrades. But don't just take our word for it - test drive the Ford Ranger during our Smart & Tough Test…

Pigs Gone Wild – The biggest mass participation art event in Suffolk! St Elizabeth Hospice has teamed up with Wild in Art to stage Suffolk’s biggest ever mass-participation, public art event – Pigs Gone Wild. The interactive sculpture trail will feature more than 40 pigs…

Ford is proud to feature in the 2010 World's Most Ethical Companies by the renowned Ethisphere Institute.   The honour is even greater knowing that among the thousands of companies judged from around the world, Ford is the only company that makes cars. As well as further demonstrating our…

Focus RS is available from stock at FordStore Ipswich “The all-new Focus RS is a serious machine with high-performance technology and innovative engineering that sets new benchmarks for driving exhilaration on the road and track,” said Raj Nair, group vice president, Global Product…

Ford are always innovating, reinventing and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. This is what their new campaign 'Unlearn' celebrates: the possibilities that occur when people start to think in new and unconventional ways. It’s about letting go of what you…

The Eagerly Awaited New Ford Mustang Has Arrived at John Grose FordStore Ipswich We are pleased to announce that our Ipswich dealership has been promoted to a FordStore. As such we are one of a small number of dealers in the UK able to offer the iconic new Mustang, which will only be available…

We've won again! John Grose receive coveted award for customer satisfaction for the 16th time! We are very proud to announce that we have again been awarded the prestigious Chairman’s Award from Ford Motor Company.  This award recognises dealers with the highest absolute customer…

Is your vehicle ready for winter? Between October and March the average temperature in the UK can drop below 7°C (Met Office). This combined with rain, ice, fog, snow and high winds can make driving more hazardous. So why not book your winter health check today for just £5…

Between October and March the average temperature in the UK can drop below 7°C (Met Office). This combined with rain, ice, fog, snow and high winds can make driving more hazardous. So is vital to ensure your as prepared as you can be. The key areas of your car that need to be…

Live life in the Edge Ford's sophisticated all-new SUV will be arriving this summer and offers class-leading space for up to five passengers, segment-first technologies and refinement to rival premium competitors. Available in Zetec, Titanium and Sport series, the all-new Edge is…

John Grose Chairman, Ian Twinley, proudly received the Business Partner of the Year Award on behalf of the John Grose Group, at the recent Raising the Bar Awards 2015. The Raising the Bar project celebrates the success of and shares best practice with publicly funded educational establishments in…

Could the Apollo Edition Mustang be Fords highest achievement? Inspired by the NASA missions that put a man on the Moon 46 years ago, this one-off Mustang is based on the 5.0-litre V8 fastback model that’s now on sale in Europe. A glossy pure white and pure black colour scheme, LED underbody…

No National Insurance Number = No Courtesy Car, Rental Vehicle or Test Drive If you would like the use of a courtesy car whilst your vehicle is being repaired or serviced, if you would like to rent a car or van, or if you would like to take a test drive in a new or used vehicle, since the recent…

We are pleased to announce we have won the national award forbest practice in customer service two years running. We are celebrating having been one of only two dealer groups in the country to have been “Commended” in the 2014 Motability Dealer Awards Regional Dealer Group category. This…

Life on the road as an electrician, a plumber or a parcel courier can be hungry work – especially if you’ve got to track down somewhere to eat in an unfamiliar area. How much simpler would it be to simply say “I’m hungry” to bring up a list of nearby cafes and…

The new Ford Focus ST has claimed its first award in the UK – Best Hot Hatch in Carbuyer’s Best Car Awards. Editor of Carbuyer.co.uk, Stuart Milne, praised the new Ford Focus ST’s sporty new exterior design and enhanced interior: “Focus ST is a stunning example of practical…

Ford’s commercial vehicle range scooped five major awards at the 2015 VansA2Z Awards, including the ‘Editor’s Choice’ title with the all-new Transit Courier. The smallest van in the Transit range, the Courier was praised for its excellent choice of engines, refinement levels…

We are very proud to have recently been awarded ‘Dealer of the Year’, at the LeasePlan UK 2015 Supplier Awards. Our Business Centre team, who operate from the Ransomes Europark dealership in Ipswich, have worked with LeasePlan, the world’s leading provider of fleet management…

Motability customers in the Ipswich area can be sure of receiving award-winning customer service when they visit John Grose who have won a regional award for their work with the Motability Car Scheme for both their Ford & Citroen franchises on Ransomes Europark. The accolade is part of a…

"We are passionate about innovation through performance and creating vehicles that make people's hearts pound." Mark Fields, Ford President and Chief Executive Officer.   Beginning production late next year, the GT hits the road in select global markets to celebrate the 50th…

“Vignale represents the highest expression of the Ford brand in Europe from both a product and from an ownership experience perspective.” Stephen Odell, Ford president of Europe, Middle East and Africa. The Vignale concept is a glimpse of Ford’s vision for modern luxury, all…

The WhatVan? Awards are the most coveted independent accolades in the light commercial vehicle industry, and Ford has certainly done well this year winning four awards.  The all-new Ford Transit Courier received the top accolade winning 'Van of the Year' 2015. Ford continued its winning…

The Ford Fiesta ST2  has been crowned ‘Hot hatch of the Year’ at the prestigious What Car? Car of the Year Awards 2015. The What Car? Awards judging panel has named the Fiesta ST2 1.6 Turbo Petrol its ‘favourite Hot hatch’ at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London. The…

The Ford Mondeo Estate has been crowned ‘Estate Car of the Year’ at the prestigious What Car? Car of the Year Awards 2015. The What Car? Awards judging panel has named the Mondeo Estate Zetec 1.6TDCi 120 Econetic its ‘favourite Estate Car’ at the Grosvenor House Hotel in…

The WeLoveAnyCar National Car Awards celebrate a ‘Great British enthusiasm, our mutual love affair with cars’. These awards – now in their second year – are on a very grand scale, decided by the results of Britain’s biggest ever car survey. Space and pace endear the…

New Ford S-Max – Coming Soon! Until the current Ford S-MAX arrived, no one had seen a 7-seat vehicle that combined space and practicality with cutting-edge styling and sports couple-like performance. Ford have just announced an all-new S-MAX arriving later in 2015, but below gives you a taster…

Arriving Soon!  “The sophisticated redesign has given Focus a new, fresh and modern style both inside and out, but the soul of Focus is the fun-to-drive feeling you get when you’re behind the wheel, and we’ve not compromised on that – in fact, we’ve improved…

Coming Soon! The perfect blend of technology and craftsmanship, performance and efficiency, innovative design and precision engineering, the all-new Ford Mondeo is designed to inspire.    With its flowing lines, low roofline and bold detailing: this is a sleeker, more predatory and more…

Changing your driving habits to become more fuel-efficient will not only save you money at the pump, but also lower CO2 emissions. In fact, if all UK motorists followed the tips below, it would lower the UK’s annual CO2 emissions from driving by 8%*. *Based on DEFRA, 2008 and the DfT…

Figures released in September by the Department for Transport (DfT), have highlighted the need for drivers to check their tyres regularly. More than 40% of vehicle defect-related deaths in the UK in 2013 were found to have been caused by illegal, defective or under-inflated tyres;  a total of…

We were pleased to recently hand over a brand new Ford Fiesta Zetec to Tanya Griffiths, who is signed with one of the top UK professional cycling teams, Starley Primal Pro-Cycling. Tanya started her cycling career racing for Ipswich Bicycle Club just two years ago; she now travels all over the UK…

During August more new Ford cars were registered in the UK than any other make of car!  The UK car market is constantly changing; models, niches and trends come and go, but for the past 42 years there has been one constant - Ford who have produced the UK’s best-selling car since…

Ford’s award-winning 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine has been named International Engine of the Year for the 3rd year in a row and we thought this deserved a special celebration.  Additional £500 Saving By completing a test drive on any Ford car powered by 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine you…

A new 140PS version of the 1.0-litre EcoBoost is making its debut in the new Ford Fiesta Red Edition and Fiesta Black Edition offering more power per litre than the Bugatti Veyron and the Ferrari 458 Speciale.  Available to order now and in our dealership from September, the three-door…

The New Ford Focus ST which made its global debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed is available for the first time with a choice of a petrol or a diesel engine. The first diesel Focus ST is the most fuel eficient and lowest CO2 performance car ever; the 185PS 2.0 - litre TDCi achieves 0-62mph in…

Ford's innovative 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine has fought off the competition from supercars and premium brands to win the 'Oscar' of the engine world - International Engine of the Year - for an unprecedented third consecutive time. "The 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine is one of the finest…

NEW FORD TRANSIT COURIER Has Arrived! Capable, reliable and highly fuel-efficient, like every Transit van. Comfortable, rewarding to drive and full of smart technology like a Ford car. That’s the new Transit Courier.   The van’s compact size makes it highly manoeuvrable and with one…

Ford Fiesta ranks as the UK’s best-selling vehicle ever in the UK, exceeding 4,115,00 sales since 1976 Fiesta now overtakes the Ford Escort, the previous record holder, with 4,105,961registrations Ford celebrates Fiesta’s sales success at the Commonwealth Games starting today,where it is…

Please see below a small selection of the letters, emails and comments our customers have very kindly sent in following their visits. If you would like to submit your comments, please feel free to complete the form at the bottom of the page. Always very welcoming and efficient in handling service…

We at John Grose have just launched JGLeasing.co.uk, a new website and facility to provide contact hire cars and vans to retail customers and small businesses alike. We already supply thousands of cars to businesses locally and nationally through our Business Centre, so we are able to take advantage…

As a customer of John Grose you will already be aware of the many benefits in dealing with us. We are hoping therefore, that you may wish to recommend us to a friend or a member of your family for the purchase of a NEW or USED vehicle from John Grose. To participate in our…