MERCEDES BENZ WORRELLS

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A business founded on Service.

When the first World War finished in 1921, Mr. E. J. (Ted) Worrell founded the business in premises beside the Toorak Hotel, trading under the name of Albury & Worrell. New car franchises held were the famous Italian and British makes Lancia, Hispano Suize and Talbot.

In 1932, the Great Depression, forced the virtual closure of the business as it was known. Mr. Worrell moved to Carters Avenue to continue servicing local customers' cars at a site which was previously a stable with a cobblestone floor (now the Mercedes-Benz showroom).

In 1943 Mr. John Worrell joined as an apprentice mechanic, where he remained throughout his entire working life. Over the next 20 years, the business grew rapidly. In 1953, the VW franchise was acquired and in 1963 Mr. Karl Hagen became a partner in the business (the workshop then employed 24 mechanics).

Significantly, the Mercedes-Benz Service franchise was first awarded to Worrells in 1969 followed by Sales in 1971, when a new workshop was built.

In 1973, the Used Car yard was acquired by exchanging titles on a house in North Balwyn.

In the mid 1970's, the commitment to service growing customers' needs was recognised when a building to commence a paint and panel repair shop was acquired in Church Street, Richmond and then relocated to High Street, Prahran.

Rob Sayer was appointed as General Manager in 1994, after 14 years with Mercedes-Benz Australia Pty. Ltd., joining Directors John Worrell and Karl Hagen.


In 2004, after 61 successful years in the business, Mr. John Worrell and Mr. Karl Hagan decided to retire. The year marked another momentous change in the history of Worrells. The business was sold to DaimlerChrysler Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd - guaranteeing the future and development of Worrells for staff and customers.

Most recently, in response to Worrells' continued growth, the business has dramatically expanded. The Worrells business has welcomed the addition of a second branch site at Camberwell Junction. This showroom houses over 80 executive, demonstrator and pre-owned Mercedes-Benz, as well as the ‘smart’ range of vehicles. In addition to the showroom facilities, this site also offers full Service and Parts Departments. This re-establishes Worrells as the Mercedes-Benz dealership for your next purchase.

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