
Jim Walton celebrates 55 years in business
Local used car dealer, Jim Walton Penrith Ltd, turns 55 years old this year. Set up in 1968 as a hobby from his home garage, Jim Walton along with his wife Ann, took a leap and set up his dream business.

Local used car dealer, Jim Walton Penrith Ltd, turns 55 years old this year. Set up in 1968 as a hobby from his home garage, Jim Walton along with his wife Ann, took a leap and set up his dream business.

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Next year we celebrate 55 years in business. Throughout the year we will be taking a trip down memory lane to appreciate the journey the business has taken, celebrating our staff and customers and celebrating our local community.

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