The Cortese Experience

Cortese is an independent Ferrari and Maserati stockist, located on the outskirts of Bath, in a converted barn on the Priston Mill Estate.

Cortese has over 35 years of experience, specialising in the international buying and selling of Italian Prestige, Sports, Racing and Historic Cars and are respected nationally for their detailed knowledge and expertise.

Having a passion for these beautiful Italian sports cars, Simon Jordan, Director of Cortese is 100% committed to his clients and renowned for his high standards in customer service and professional approach. Simon prides himself on his ability to source cars to suit your personal specification.

Whether you are buying or selling, we would welcome the opportunity to discuss your requirements personally and in total confidence.

Please contact the Cortese team on 0870 90 40 125 for advice alternatively, you are invited to visit us by appointment to enjoy a cappuccino and view our current stock.

The Cortese Experience

When buying a car from Cortese, we endeavour to make it a most memorable and enjoyable experience.

We pride ourselves in our friendly and efficient service whilst maintaining absolute professionalism at all times. Below is a precis of the services we offer however, we aim to provide a bespoke service to each client and therefore, we recommend you call us or make an appointment to see one of our staff in order to discuss your requirements in detail.

Simon and his team work harder than franchise dealers, striving to ensure complete customer satisfaction which, has been rewarded through repeat business and recommendation.

Part Exchange

We offer flexibility in terms of part exchanging your car and will endeavor to accommodate your needs; We will buy all cars in part exchange subject to inspection and HPI. Having a vast network of reliable contacts within the motor trade, combined with our reputation within the market place we are able to offer the best price for your car. Alternatively, allow us to retail your part exchange on your behalf.

Finance

We can offer competitive finance packages through Mulberry Financial Services. Please click here for more details.

Day of Handover

Cortese ensure all cars are presented in immaculate condition prior to collection

• All cars are fully valeted using only professional Zymol products
• All cars will be taxed and MOT’d
• All cars have a fully comprehenive parts and labour warranty
• All cars will have their service history checked and verified. Furthermore, any outstanding annual or mileage services will be carried out.

At Cortese, we take pride in the handing over of your new car. We believe that this day should be memorable.

Visit our Facility

We invite you to visit our facilitiy located on the Priston Mill Estate on the outskirts of Bath. If you are a Ferrari enthusiast, Simon Jordan has a vast collection of Ferrari and Maserati memorabilia including a library of books, pictures and models dating back to 1947.

Our Team

Simon Jordan - Sales Director

Simon has twenty one years experience either working on or with motor vehicles from Lorries to performance sports cars. Simon's career commenced with the restoration of MG's, Lotus and TVR where he won awards for paintwork at the TVR Concours.

Simon initiated his sales careeer in London where he sold Jaguar, Rolls-Royce and Bentley. After leaving London, Simon returned to Gloucestershire to join a Ferrari franchise dealer, MHT with Robin Mortimer, Bob Houghton and Andrew Turner.

Simon then continued his passion for selling Italian cars by importing Alfa Romeo and Maserati through his own company, Caracalla, Bath.

After Caracalla, Bath Simon joined Dick Lovett in Swindon as Sales Manager/Buyer where he continued to specialise in Ferrari and Maserati. Simon then joined Bob Houghton Ferrari in Northleach, where he set up and established the sales department in 2004.

Simon now continues to specialise in Ferrari and Maserati at Cortese, Bath and is able to further demonstate his passion for these Italian sports cars in a converted barn on the Priston Mill Estate on the outskirts of Bath.

Away from the world of Italian motorcars, Simon enjoys cycling and riding his Ducati motorbike. Simon also loves to visit Italy at every opportunity.

Lee Stoddart - Sales

Lee developed his passion and enthusiasm for Italian cars when he joined Caracalla, Bath in 1999 with Simon importing Alfa Romeo and selling Ferrari and Maserati.

It was from there that Lee took the opportunity to develop valuable dealership experience working for Dick Lovett in Swindon at their Chrysler, Jeep and Lotus franchise. He then went on to work with Simon again, where together they formed the sales team at Bob Houghton Ferrari in Northleach.

Now, at Cortese, Bath Lee is as enthusiastic as ever and welcomes the opportunity to help you with your next car purchase and/or sale.

When Lee is not concentrating on selling Ferrari or Maserati, he is a very keen Footballer and he also has a great passion for Skiing in the Alps.