independent garage

Has anyone had any experience of using Phoenix Car Works near Ashford (https://phoenixcarworks.co.uk/)? They say they're classic car and MB specialists. They seem like a relatively new indie in the Kent area and their website doesn't have an address or telephone number (although this can be...

I have a B Service due on my C Class Coupe 250 AMG Line Premium Plus (2016) and the main dealers in Portsmouth and Chichester want well over £500 to do it. Can anyone recommend a good garage around the Portsmouth, Waterlooville, Horndean, Petersfield, Chichester and surrounding areas who I can...

Hi, Anyone got any recommendations about garages in and around Belfast? I live about 10 miles south of it (a few miles outside Carryduff for those who know the area) but am happy to travel a little bit to get someone to do a good job. Saw an old thread about this but it was quite out of...

Hi All I am struggling with the old time problem -MB service+Stamped book or independent (saying) ex-MB mechanic. This is my 13th Mercedes and all the others were sold after 2 years and a new one replaced it. This S320 is 4 years old next month, only 17K miles and I may decide to run it to...

I have a 3 year old E-class and am asking myself the question than many other owners must have asked themselves? Should I continue to use my very reliable main dealer or should I start using an independent garage? what are the pro's and con's? is it just cost?