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  1. AeonMach

    JR Volkswagen Centre (Glasgow area/west central belt Scotland) - one of the good guys!

    JR Volkswagen Centre - Linwood/Elderslie/Paisley - handy for most of west central Scotland I was recommend these guys by the guy that fitted out my van. It's a small specialist garage - nothing fancy - but an absolute gem - the unicorn in fact - the rare, specialist enthusiast, genuine garage...
  2. P

    Service Plan or go independent?

    Hi All, Have given in to my midlife crisis and bought a T6.1 T32 LWB 150p Fortana Red Kombi. Registered Oct 2023. 200 miles on the clock. Have fallen in love all over again! Since it is a year old and even though it has low mileage, I wanted to get it seen so as to keep up with warranty...
  3. J

    Cam belt replacement, Leicester

    Any recommendations much appreciated.
  4. Vroomfondel

    Garage in / around Dundee

    I've got some used springs that I need fitted. Does anyone in the Dundee area have any recommendations on a garage that would do this? Cheers
  5. DSAJones

    Good VW Garage Recommendations - Worcestershire

    Hi Everyone. I'm new to the VW Transporter world and recently purchased a 2013 Caravelle. I live in Kidderminster in Worcestershire so looking for a good reliable garage that can look after the Velle please. Many thanks David
  6. JOG

    Servicing in Wessex

    Anyone know who has a good rep in the Andover, Newbury, Basingstoke, Salisbury, Winchester area for servicing/maintenance work on our vans?
  7. W

    Servicing: Independent or VW

    Hi guys , relatively new to the Vdub scene . Bought a 67 reg 204 bi turbo from a Vw subsidiary in October, already had the egr cooler replaced but now worry she’s drinking to much oil . Should I go to an Independent specialist or Main VW dealer for tests ? I’m based near North Birmingham...
  8. FunkyClaude

    DSG gearbox getting on my nerves.

    Hi can anyone tell me where to get my gearbox sorted? DSG on my 2018 150 is rubbish. Find myself using manual all the time, which obviously defeats the object. Any suggestions Cardiff area.
  9. GrizzlyHippo

    First service - Main dealer or Indie?

    Some advice and thoughts needed please. My T32 LWB Kombi is coming up to one year old. I bought it new from Heritage in Bristol and was massively underwhelmed by the buying experience with them. I have since heard lots of negatives about their aftercare and service. Should I stick with a main...
  10. M

    Indie - North London

    Hi all My T6 van needs its first service - I’m in north London - can anyone recommend a good independent VW specialist please? I’m assuming that doesn’t invalidate the warranty? Many thanks Simon
  11. M

    Anyone recommend a good garage in South Yorkshire to remove glow plugs please

    Hi all My engine warning light has come on (glow plug 2 fault) and my independent vw garage recommended a garage to remove the glow plug (Rotherham Engine Services). However, the garage has declined the job(?). Can anyone recommend a garage who will undertake the work? Obviously, I could...
  12. Martinw

    Looking for a reliable servicing/repair garage in the Horwich or Bolton area

    Hi, wondering whether anyone can recommend a decent garage in the Horwich/Bolton area for servicing and any repairs that crop up from time to time? Thanks.
  13. patbarn

    Independent Garages in Devon / Cornwall

    Hello. As the title suggests, has anyone got any reccomendations for a good garage for my just out of warranty T6 204TSi. East Cornwall or West Devon. My thoughts on the VW dealers I have dealt with over the last 3.5 years. SMG Croydon: Bought New 2018 & first 2 years servicing...
  14. Farnorthsurfer

    Russell’s Garage near Inverness

    Going to give Russell his own thread as he deserves it for outstanding service over the last couple of years. Originally booked in for a service early in 2023 following recommendations in a couple of other threads about garages in the north of Scotland/Highlands. Very good service and extremely...
  15. It_was_all_yellow

    Totally Mobile Auto Electricians, London

    As per this thread, I got in touch with a mobile auto electrician who knew about this fault. He ended up finding two breaks in the green wire which he cut out and replaced and now all the codes have gone! Happy to have this fixed and even happier I’ve now found a reliable and professional car...
  16. R

    Recommended garages in South Manchester area?

    Can anyone recommend a trusted garage in the South Manchester/Macclesfield area? I need a second opinion on some work I've been quoted for. Thanks
  17. lebb2017

    Service due - recommendations in/near Aylesbury

    My van is due a service. Can anyone recommend a trust worthy and decent garage in / near Aylesbury, Bucks? Happy to travel to Milton Keynes (go to the office there sometimes) or any surrounding areas to Aylesbury. Thanks!
  18. W

    Independant VW Van Specialist Farnborough/Fleet

    Can anyone recommend an independent transporter specialist near Farnborough/Fleet please? Vehicle is a 2017 204PS 4 Motion kombi. Many thanks
  19. garryh

    Garage cost check to supply and fit clutch kit, flywheel and master cylinder

    My clutch is at the floor, looks like a leak says the AA man, took to garage and they are telling me they need to clutch out to find and fit it and while they are there, they should sort the clutch kit flywheel and master cylinder as it will need done at some point. It's a 2016 van that’s done...
  20. L

    Can anyone recommend a transporter specialist in or near Milton Keynes please?

    Can anyone recommend a transporter specialist in or near Milton Keynes please?
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