About Heritage Parts Centre

VW Heritage manufacture and sell classic Volkswagen car parts for customers, garages and parts retailers as well as enthusiasts all over world.

For over 30 years, the company has been the UK’s largest Volkswagen specialist, supplying quality replacement parts for Beetles, Buses and Ghias from their base in West Sussex.

Despite numerous changes to the business, their ethos has remained the same - to approach business from the viewpoint of an enthusiast. Directors and staff have restored countless Volkswagens over the years and their combined experience, knowledge and expertise is an invaluable resource for customers.

Their dedication to finding quality parts takes them around the world and they now supply more than 14,000 different lines.

The Chairman and Founder David Ward owns a 1982 Mk1 Volkswagen Golf.

What is it like to work for Heritage Parts Centre

Wellbeing

78% of staff disagreed:

My health is suffering because of my work

For Heritage Parts Centre, it is about small gestures. Free fruit is provided everyday and a complimentary team breakfast is offered every Friday. The office is a relaxed area to work with lots of plants and desks that are height adjustable for staff to work standing up.

78% of staff disagreed:

My health is suffering because of my work

Giving Something Back

96% of staff agreed:

This organisation has a strong social conscience

Each year, the company organises a fancy dress charity event called ‘The Santa Cruise’ to benefit local children’s charities. Local car enthusiasts drive decorated classic Volkswagen vehicles dressed as Father Christmas to deliver gifts and good cheer.

96% of staff agreed:

This organisation has a strong social conscience

Fair Deal

66% of staff agreed:

I am happy with the pay and benefits I receive in this job

Employees are rewarded for the hard work that goes into meeting specific achievements or milestones. Also, if a sales target is met, lunch is paid for by the company - and it’s usually pizza shaped.

66% of staff agreed:

I am happy with the pay and benefits I receive in this job

Learn more about the 8 factors of workplace engagement here