FAQs

Question - Do you collect / Deliver customers cars?

Answer  - Yes, within a reasonable distance from the garage - just ask

Question - Which is the correct oil for my car?

Answer  - We can advise you of the correct oil or look in our recommended oil guide in our forecourt shop - just ask

Question - Why is there a note about cambelt change on my invoice from Central Motors?

Answer - It is very important to replace the cambelt (timing belt) at the recomended interval to avoid costly engine damage. This is a good link to show you what happens if the cambelt should break. www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDc7Sh09RGwn
 

Question - Do you charge for an MOT retest?

Answer - Retests are free if we carry out the repairs, or for minor problems book your re-test within 10 working days for a free retest.

Question - How much will the repair cost ?

Answer - Once we have diagnosed the fault or agreed on the type of service required, we will give you a free written estimate. This can be posted, emailed or sent to you by text.

Question - When will the car be ready?

Answer - We will complete the repairs as soon as possible within the timescale agreed with you. If there are any unforeseen delays, we will keep you informed of the reasons & offer you a courtesy car.

Question - Can I see the old parts?

Answer - Yes we keep your old parts until the car is collected & you are welcome to inspect them or take them away unless they are an exchange item.

Question - I can't spare the car to let you take a look but  I have looked it up on the internet, & they say its the ---------

do you think that will cure my problem?

Answer The internet is a great source of information but after listening to your description of the fault we would like to access the ECU to see if there are any stored fault codes & make a diagnosis before fitting any expensive parts. Can we offer you a loan car for the day?

Question - Can you service the air conditioning on my car?

Answer Yes we can test & re-charge the system to make driving more comfortable in the summer & demisting windows faster in the winter. (The systems loose approximately 10/15% of their gas per year).

Question - Can I supply my own parts?

Would you take your own steak to a restaurant?

Wrong Question - Do I owe you anything??

Answer - Grrrr! >>>>>

Correct Question - How much do I owe you?