About Us
The people and history behind Ebbett Volkswagen Hamilton
Hamilton – 51 Te Kowhai Road East
Management
Michael van den Engel
Dealer Principal
027 637 0732
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I believe that our strongest assets are our staff and customers. We are defined by our people, team and culture. This is why we have been New Zealand’s most awarded Volkswagen dealership. From starting within the Ebbett Group in 2007 as an apprentice mechanic through to a service advisor, salesman used car sales manager and most recently the Dealer Principal at Ebbett Skoda, Michael brings a wealth of knowledge from the automotive industry.
Sales and Finance
Donavan Roelofse
Sales Manager
021 088 51584
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Donavan moved to New Zealand in 2015 and since then he has been part of the Ebbett Volkswagen family. Donavan brings over 16 years automotive sales experience and enjoys working with the Ebbett team.
Yolanda Bekker
Business Manager
027 317 1544
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Yolanda joined Ebbett Volkswagen in 2020, not long after moving to New Zealand in the previous year. Yolanda brings with her over 8 years of experience in customer service and the motor industry. She is very excited about her role and feels proud to be part of the Ebbett Volkswagen team.
Zandri Doubell
Sales Support
07 838 2949
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Zandri recently relocated to Hamilton from South Africa and has since joined the Ebbett Volkswagen team. She believes in hard work, excellent customer service and just loving what you do. Zandri is excited about being part of the team as Sales Support and hopes to make a positive contribution towards the ongoing success of Ebbett Volkswagen.
Darren Hinz
Sales Consultant
027 214 8143
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Originally born and raised in South Waikato, Darren and his family have now called Hamilton home for the last 16 years. “I love the Ebbett teams’ commitment to putting the customer first.” Darren enjoys the challenge of helping his clients find the right vehicle and believes in a friendly, no pressure approach to selling. “It’s all about working with the customer, listening to their needs, and finding a solution that makes them smile.”
David van der Meulen
Sales Consultant
021 255 7478
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David has been working in the automotive industry with Volkswagen for the past 15 years. He is very passionate about customer satisfaction and loves working with people to achieve the desired result and seeing a smile on customers faces.
Rohan Bate
Sales Consultant
022 411 5754
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Rohan started off his journey within the Ebbett Group working as a Groomer, then in August 2017 moving to Ebbett Volkswagen’s parts department as a Warehouse Storeperson and now into the Ebbett Volkswagen sales team as Sales Consultant. He has recently finished his studies at the University of Waikato, majoring in mechanical engineering and business and management. Rohan has become very passionate about the Volkswagen brand and you will always find him with a big smile on his face.
Service
Ari joined Ebbett VW in 2018 as a Technician, then moved to be a Service Advisor and is now our Service Manager. Ari has a long history with the brand and has been part of the VW group since 2012. His journey with the brand first started in South Africa where he worked similar roles.
Zak James
Warranty Administrator
Hayden has been with Ebbett Volkswagen since 2020 when he started as a WOF technician and has since moved into the role of a service advisor. Hayden is passionate about motorsport and all things cars. He has been in the automotive industry for more than 15 years in various roles and is enjoying being able to work with customers face-to-face and assist them with their service needs.
Gagandeep has been with the Ebbett Group since 2021 and prior to that worked in retail within the automotive industry. He is now a service advisor here at Ebbett Volkswagen and with his passion for all things cars he brings a wealth of knowledge to the team.
Cameron is not just a Service Advisor at Ebbett Volkswagen; he’s an enthusiast of the brand and everything it represents. Cameron brings a blend of professional expertise and personal passion to the role as he is the proud owner of three VAG group vehicles. His first-hand experience gives him unique insights into what Volkswagen owners value and expect. His dedication, coupled with his love for the brand, makes him a standout member of the Ebbett Volkswagen team.
Parts
Mikey Stobbs
Parts Manager
07 903 2088
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Mike is passionate about the technology and intricate items that make up today’s engines which he gets to work with closely in the parts department. With 11 years in the vehicle industry, Mike is one of Ebbett’s excellent parts specialists who enjoys working with the people and variety of vehicles every day at Ebbett.
Matt Martin
Parts Advisor
07 903 2088
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Matt joins the Ebbett Volkswagen team having worked in the parts department at Ebbett Foton. Matt has a degree in Quantity Surveying from Wintec but is passionate about the automotive industry and is enjoying working in the fast paced world of motoring.
Administration
Ebbett Volkswagen Hamilton Dealership
Here at Ebbett Volkswagen Hamilton, we are passionate about our vehicles. With a strong history behind it, Volkswagen has come a long way from designing the original Beetle in 1931 to the fuel-saving BlueMotion technologies that are developed in their modern vehicles.
Here on Te Kowhai Road East in Hamilton, we’re proud to offer the full range – from the legendary Golf to the ground-breaking Touareg SUV. We appreciate how important it is for us to find out what you want/need out of a vehicle so that we can offer you the best solution possible. Whether you are after cutting edge technology, lists of features or incredible value, you can trust us to find you the perfect Volkswagen for you.
For us it’s not a one-off transactional experience with our customers, we are here to look after your vehicle with our after-sales service too. Our experienced and qualified Volkswagen technicians will have your vehicle servicing and car repair needs covered.
Over 90 Years Of Service
From humble beginnings in 1928 to what we are today, the Ebbett group has stood up to the tests of time and built relationships with kiwis who span generations.
Choose your new vehicle with confidence, knowing that Ebbett has been a trusted name in the automobile business for over 90 years! With fifteen dealerships throughout the North Island, representing eleven of the finest automobile marques in the world, the Ebbett Group offers you a large selection of new cars, used cars and light commercials, with delivery able to be arranged nationwide.
