Independent MB Servicing - contact needed

[Cooky]

I am looking to get my C250TD serviced by an independent garage in the Bristol / South Gloucestershire area, and I would appreciate any recommendations that Forum members can give.

PS - I'm new to this forum, but it looks quite lively and informative.

Rgds

 

[sunking101]

Me too! I'd be very interested in learning of a good independent specialist in the Bristol area that knows his Mercs.

 

[k langdon]

Hi guys,

There's a couple that I know of.

I use Steve Bateman a specialist on the Central Industrial Estate, Bath Rd in Brislington. His number is: 0117-972 0600.

The other one that I'm aware of is Parkway Automobile Engineering, Unit 1, Parnall Rd, Fishponds. The number there is: 0117-965 6164. I haven't used them myself but I've seen them recommended.

There isn't a huge choice for a city the size of Bristol. I've also heard of a company called Hansa in Cheltenham as well if that's of any use.

Good luck. Lets us know how you get on and who you choose.

Regards,

Kevin Langdon

 

[sunking101]

Kevin,

What sort of work have you had done there mate? I'm after my prop guibos/couplings replacing and maybe the cv joint to diff. Do you think they'd know what they're doing with such stuff? Cheers.

 

[k langdon]

On my current car, I've only had the the basic servicing done. But on my previous 300te estate he did the head gasket, re-skimmed it, etc

He's a slightly funny chap - you'll know what I mean when you meet him, but he's always polite, does what he says he's going to do and will quote before doing anything. His labour charge is around £30-35 per hour which isn't too bad in today's terms.

He's convenient for me as I only work up the road - others in the studio have also used him (he does Italian cars as well - just rebuilt a colleague's Alfa engine).

Probably the best bet is to pop in, have a chat and ask for a price and see what you think.

 

[Cooky]

Many thanks Kevin

I've got 2000 (miles I presume) according to the service indicator so I have time to follow up your recommendation. I need to get this done before I tug my mobile road blocker down to the Loire Valley at the end of May.

I will let you all know how I get on with the service.

Cheers and beers

 

[Cooky]

Well guys, I thought I'd give you some feedback. I used the garage recommended by Kevin, i.e. Steve Bateman. He carried out the 'B' service, including changing the transmission fluid and the bill was £258 inclusive of VAT.

I see what Kevin means when he describes Steve, but I was generally impressed with his competence. He gave the car a thorough inspection because I've only owned it for 3 weeks and found 3 things that ought to be done; he also gave me an honest appraisal of the priorities of the jobs, and quoted a reasonable price. So I'm taking the car back next week to have the work done.

:razz:

 

[k langdon]

Cooky,

I'm glad everything was OK. There's nothing worse than making a recommendation which doesn't work out.

Kevin