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Car Of The Day…. Nissan Skyline Gt-R R33

 

The car of the day is the fantastic Nissan Skyline Gt-R.

The Nissan Skyline GT-R is a sports car based on the Nissan Skyline range. The first cars named “Skyline GT-R” were produced between 1969 and 1972 and were successful in Japanese touring car racing events. This model was followed by a brief production run of second-generation cars.

 

 

This wonderful sports car is insured and has plenty benefits that we can offer at AIB. The policy has legal expenses cover, choice of repairer, agreed value and salvage retention. We can offer additional benefits such as replacement vehicle and excess protection making sure your gorgeous classics are fully covered and there is no need to worry!

 

 

Call our friendly and knowledgeable car team on 02380 268351 for a bespoke quotation and see what benefits we can offer you today!

Thank you to Mr N for sharing your lovely photos with us.

Car Of The Day… Riley 9 Monaco

The car of the day today is the wonderful 1929 Riley 9 Monaco.

 

 

The Riley Nine was one of the most successful light sporting cars produced by the British motor industry in the inter war period. It was made by the Riley company of Coventry, England with a wide range of body styles between 1926 and 1938.

 

 

 

This beautiful classic is insured and has plenty benefits that we can offer at AIB. The policy has legal expenses cover, choice of repairer, agreed value and salvage retention.

 

We can offer additional benefits such as replacement vehicle and excess protection making sure your gorgeous classics are fully covered and there is no need to worry!

 

 

 

Call our friendly and knowledgeable classic car team on 02380 268351 for a bespoke quotation and see what benefits we can offer you today!

 

Thank you Mr B for allowing us to share the lovely photos of your Riley 9!

 

 

If you have a policy with us and would like to share the photos on our website and socials, email us at info@aib.co.uk

Car of the Week… Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe

The car of the week this week is the perfect Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe.

 

 

 

The Carrera was available in rear and all-wheel drive versions. It was equipped with the naturally aspirated 3.6 liter M64 engine, further developed from the 964, and combined with a new dual-flow exhaust system now incorporating two catalytic converters. In contrast with most of the other variants, production of the Carrera coupé and Cabriolet ceased with the end of 1997 model year, except for a very few produced in a shortened 1998 model year.

 

 

 

 

Mr G knows this beauty is fully covered with salvage Retention, agreed value and choice of repairer along with legal expenses cover covering any uninsured loses up to £100,000.

 

 

 

Thank you Mr G for sharing this perfect example of a 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe. If you have a classic needing insurance cover call our specialist team on 02380 268351.

 

 

INTRODUCING… Jordan Thomas

 

AIB warmly welcomes Jordan Thomas to our Sales team. Jordan will be working closely with Sales Director, Kirby De Gray Birch, developing all aspects of a long established, fast growing insurance broker.

 

As part of his focused training, he will be dealing with all aspects of motor, van and home insurance. In addition, he will be working across other departments developing his overall knowledge including working within our Renewals and Customer Service department.

 

Jordan was born and bred in Braintree, Essex attending Alec Hunter Humanities College. He studied Medieval History at Winchester University, graduating with an excellent first class honours degree. 

 

 

FAST FACTS: 

A veritable book worm, Jordan enjoys reading Japanese literature and has a book signed by the brilliant, bestselling author, Haruki Murakami. A lover of sports and the outdoors, he also enjoys playing golf and plans to join a football team. He played for Colchester United youth team and wants to put the skills he acquired to the test. Jordan’s excellent university degree was presented to him by none other than lovable national treasure and horticulturist, Alan Titchmarsh.

 

WE SAY:   

“Jordan’s enthusiasm, intelligence and insightful nature was apparent from his first interview and we continue to be impressed by him every day. His formidable academic background and knowledge of customer service, combined with his resourcefulness and eloquence, stand him in good stead for a strong future at AIB. He’s already insured a member of his family and made several new sales for the business. I’m excited about his development and his already apparent ability to provide the best customer journey for our clients”.

Kirby De Gray Birch / Sales Director 

 

Despite the challenges of this past year, AIB continues to grow rapidly. We are currently looking for additional like-minded sales and customer service staff. If you want to pursue a rewarding career in a satisfying but demanding environment, or know someone who does, please send us your CV: info@aib.co.uk

Car of the Week…MGB GT

The car of the week this week is the stylish MGB GT!

 

 

The epitome of a classic British roadster, the MGB GT was in production for 18 years without a single alteration to iconic body shape. This sought after vehicle was the best selling MG model of all time! A car built to drive on the track the windscreen was specifically designed for track specifications.

 

 

Mr A knows his classic MGB GT will always be safe to take the racing line with thanks to his caring insurance package from AIB giving him agreed value, choice of repairer and salvage retention! If you have a beloved classic car of your own than think no further than AIB insurance.

 

 

If you have a classic car be sure to call our friendly motor team on 02380 268351 for a bespoke quotation covering all your needs.

 

 

Thank you Mr A for sharing your gorgeous MGB GT!

INTRODUCING… Ben Simpson

As our successful team at AIB continues to grow, we would like to extend a warm welcome to Ben Simpson. Ben joins our administration team working with Administration Manager, Megan Greer.

22 year old Ben was born and bred in Chandlers Ford, attending Toynbee school before going to the University of the West of England in Bristol, where he studied marketing. He will be a strong asset to our ever expanding team, applying his sharp skills in marketing to the business.

FAST FACTS:

Ben used to be a Cub Leader and was a knife and axe mentor.One of his passions is the appreciation of fine rum. Ben loves to go camping and possesses natural survival skills and knowledge. Watch out Bear Grylls!

His friends and family believe he looks like Roddy – the upper class, loveable, Kensington dwelling rat from the hit animated comedy, Flushed Away. A very random look-a-like, but he’s a good looking rat nonetheless!

 

WE SAY:

Administration Manager Megan Greer commented: ”Ben has made a fantastic start to his career and is quickly learning all the different aspects of motor and home insurance, adding value with his background knowledge and skills in marketing. He has been quick off the mark from day one and I’m looking forward to developing his career with our support. My wonderful team continue to go from strength to strength and it’s our pleasure to be able to offer them the support and highly detailed training which makes our business the success it is”.

At AIB we pride ourselves on the quality of our staff and the professional relationships we are able to build and nurture with clients, insurers and partners. We encourage our team members to reach their full potential and give them the tools, resources, support and guidance for a rewarding career in a satisfying but demanding environment.

 

Car Of The Day… MG B GT

The car of the day today is the wonderful MG B GT.

 

Mr S has the best cover on this little beauty with agreed value, choice of repairer and also salvage retention through ourselves here at AIB.

 

The MGB when launched was an all-new car in many respects and was distinguished by its unitary body and chassis structure. The GT version gave considerably more accommodation than the Roadster with the occasional rear seat and the very usable luggage platform.

 

We are MG fanatics here at AIB. If you have a MG that needs insuring call our friendly classic car team on 02380 26835.

 

Thank you Mr S for allowing us to share the lovely photos of his MG B GT!

 

If you have a policy with us and would like to share the photos on our website and socials, email us at info@aib.co.uk

Introducing…..Ronnie Randall

We are proud and pleased to announce our latest new team member. Ronnie Randall joins our sales team working with Sales Director, Kirby De-Gray Birch.

Ronnie has worked within the insurance industry for eight years, in both personal and commercial insurance sectors and previously worked for well respected high street brokers, A-Plan Insurance. She has a passion for non-standard home and high net worth motors. Her knowledge and natural love for exotic vehicles has already stood her in good stead – in her first week she insured a Ferrari and a McLaren on the same day! Motor heaven for our skilled new team member.

FAST FACTS:

Multi talented Ronnie is also a fully qualified barber. Her own hair is apparently seasonal – in the winter she goes dark and in the summer she is blonde!
Ronnie started her career within the travel industry, notching up 13 years experience working for big players, Virgin and TUI.
Ronnie is married with one little boy, aptly named Reggie.
Small in height, big in personality, Ronnie stands at a compact 5ft 1½ inches – apparently the ½ an inch is extremely important!


WE SAY:

Kirby said of Ronnie’s appointment: “I’ve known Ronnie for many years and her reputation to provide top class customer service and sound insurance advice proceeds her. She has already made a huge impact within the office and her experience and knowledge will help to develop others within the team. We are very proud and lucky to have her on board”.

At AIB we pride ourselves on the quality of our staff and the professional relationships we are able to build and nurture with clients, insurers and partners. We encourage our team members to reach their full potential and give them the tools, resources, support and guidance for a rewarding career in a satisfying but demanding environment.

AIB move to new Headquarters

Airsports Insurance Bureau are delighted to announce that due to continued growth, we have moved to new premises, in the heart of Chandlers Ford. Due to our stellar success rate for over 25 years, we required a larger space that was more fitting for our needs and growing team of specialists. Our former base at Fleming Court, Eastleigh, served us well for seven years, but we are now ready and excited for our fresh new future within the new offices.

 

We have invested in air conditioned, well appointed facilities that will provide us with the opportunity for further expansion as we continue to grow. Our brilliant team of experts and wonderful visitors will enjoy an open plan kitchen, break-out space, board room, training room and managers offices. Based in the prestigious Oakmount House building, Oakmount Road, in Chandlers Ford, the office is located in a superb location close to all transport links.

 

Kitchen

Conference room

 

To mark the occasion, we commissioned what is possibly the coolest sofa in the insurance industry… designed and created by our friend Ian, aka ‘The Customizer’. It’s a VW Beetle, cut in half, sprayed in our distinct AIB blue and compliments the Range Rover tyre table beautifully. 

 

It’s vitally important that our staff keep their hands clean at all times, so we’ve invested in a wall mounted sanitizing unit made from the exhaust system of a Porsche 911, no less! Only the best for our wonderful team of people who do their very best to deliver the excellent service you expect. 

 

 

We are thrilled with Ian’s designs – he has produced work for various celebrities, including an aeroplane for Lord Alan Sugar’s No.1 eatery, Sheesh. The automotive industries are full of weird, wonderful and mind boggling designs, so it’s only fitting we replicate a touch of that at our HQ. If you want to add that statement of the unique, with highly creative automotive art, Ian and the team can be contacted here: www.thecustomiser.co.uk

 

We’d also like to thank our friend Oliver at Office Furniture and Interiors, who has managed the project faultlessly with patience and skill. If you need help with any office design or refit we’d encourage you to contact them, their contact details can be found here: www.ofai.co.uk

 

Our new address is: First Floor, Oakmount House, Oakmount Road, Chandlers Ford, Hampshire, SO53 2LH. Please do come and visit us (when safe to do so), the brand ‘new’ kettle is always on!

 

Please continue to use our existing telephone numbers and email contact information.

VW Beetle Sofa