SERVICING

We carry out a range of competitively priced services to suit all pockets. Prices include parts, VAT and an environment charge to cover the disposal of controlled waste

Lubrication Service

A great supplement between services, whether preparing for a long journey or just for some peace of mind. It includes:

• Changing engine oil and filter.
• Checking essential items such as tyres, battery, wipers and lights.

Interim Service

Interim servicing is ideal for customers who use their car for short, mainly urban journeys and do not cover great mileages.
An interim service every 6,000 miles helps keep your car safe and roadworthy between full services.

Premium Service - It’s all in the detail

A premium service is ideal as an annual maintenance programme for your car and is recommended every 12,000 miles or 12 months - whichever is sooner.
For a single fixed price, our service includes over 40 checks, adjustments and service item replacements.

Ford Servicing

As a Ford Authorised Repairer please click on our Ford section for details & prices.

Examples of pricing:

Engine size upto 1.4l
Interim Service: £99.00
Full Service: £165.00

Engine size between 1.4l & 1.8l
Interim Service: £115.00
Full Service: £180.00

Engine size between 1.8l & 2.2l
Interim Service: £125.00
Full Service: £195.00

Sports/Executive/4x4
Interim Service: £155.00
Full Service: £225.00

The prices above do not cover high performance brands or vehicles above 2400cc. Always call us to discuss the details of your service and to confirm final pricing.

If a service requires platinum or multi-electrode plugs there will be an upgrade charge (generally only required every 40,000 miles). No fixed price service includes the cost of having to remove an inlet manifold to gain access to spark plugs.

If the service requires high specification low ash oil there will be an upgrade charge.

Service lights are not reset on Lubrication or Interim services.

Fed up with dealer prices?

As a small, well organised independent garage, we do not incur the same costs that a main dealer is forced to pass on. Genuine savings of between 30% to 40% can be made on both service and labour costs without it affecting your warranty!

Why should the dealer honour their warranty?

They are required to by law - In October 2003 European Union legislation* came into force allowing cars to be serviced at garages other than the main dealer. Providing:

• Manufacturers Service Schedules are adhered to
• That the parts used are either ‘original spare parts’ or ‘matching quality parts’

Manufacturers Service Schedules

We use the industries leading publisher of technical information - Autodata. The process of finding the exact service schedule for your car can be as detailed as having to look up its engine code!

To view a typical copy of Manufacturers Service check sheet [CLICK HERE]

Parts of the correct quality

We are happy to supply either genuine parts from the main dealer or parts that meet the same quality as laid out in the legislation (a very cost effective alternative)
You tell us!

Cost

All we need is your vehicle details (mainly registration number) and mileage and we will be able to work out a price that we know you will be happy with.

Will it affect my resale value?

With plummeting resale values the only thing you maintain with a manufacturers service history is large service costs. Remember

1. The warranty is unaffected
2. The vehicle has been serviced to the manufacturers specifications
3. Your service book will be stamped in the same way
4. We keep a record of your service history on our computer - If you would like a free copy when you come to sell your vehicle then please give us a ring

*Exemption regulations 1400/2002

For further information go to the government web site.

Please bring your service book with you so it can be stamped. A clear service history can improve the resale value of your car.

Locking wheel nut key if they are fitted to the car (Please leave on passenger seat).

If you would like a text message or E Mail reminder when your next service or MOT is due then please bring those details with you as well.

We send out service and MOT reminders every year, usually between two and four weeks before they are due.

If you cover high mileages (say with your job) and you want a service reminder more regularly then just tell us when you want that reminder.

We can also send out text message and Email reminders provided we have those details.

Air Conditioning Service

Why have your air conditioning serviced?

Air conditioning is a valuable aid to safety and driver comfort. Although the systems are robust they do require periodic maintenance.

Generally air conditioning systems will tend to loose between 10% and 15% of their refrigerant gas per annum. As the quantity of refrigerant in the system is typically between 600 grams and 800 grams this level of natural loss will rapidly impair performance. Typical problems caused by coolant loss include:

• Poor cooling, especially during very hot weather.
• Impaired lubrication of moving parts which can lead to the premature failure of the compressor
• Air in the system causing corrosion and premature failure
• Moisture in the system causing corrosion and premature failure
• Odour problems, often stale and unpleasant smells are common in older systems as airborne particles and mould can build up on the evaporator. In extreme cases this can cause allergic reactions and even illness.

Correctly maintained air conditioning systems play a valuable role in maintaining driver and passenger comfort and safety by :-

• Preventing allergens entering the vehicle
• Keeping windows free of condensation
• Maintaining a comfortable climate
• Significantly reducing the level of fumes and pollutants entering the vehicle.

To keep your air conditioning system working effectively it should be serviced at least once every two years.

Prices & Service Options

FREE Performance check

Carry out visual inspection. Check refrigerated air temperature, compressor and compressor clutch for operation

Anti bacterial clean

Carry out visual inspection. Check refrigerated air temperature, compressor and compressor clutch for operation. Introduce antibacterial/disinfecting treatment into system.

Full service

Carry out visual inspection. Check system pressures, refrigerated air temperature, compressor and compressor clutch for operation. Evacuate air, moisture and refrigerant from system. Recharge to recommended levels adding fresh oil as necessary

Full service with anti bacterial clean

Carry out visual inspection. Check system pressures, refrigerated air temperature, compressor and compressor clutch for operation. Evacuate air, moisture and refrigerant from system. Recharge to recommended levels adding fresh oil as necessary. Introduce antibacterial/disinfecting treatment into system.

Has your cabin filter been changed?

This is the large filter that sits in the heart of the heating and ventilation system and it’s job is to filter out gaseous pollutants as well as dust, soot and pollen. We recommend replacement if it has not been changed at the correct service intervals. This would be at an additional cost, please ask for a quotation.

Prices

Air Conditioning Service: £59.00