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Title: Recommend servicing in coventry area
Post by: liam81 on August 27, 2012, 05:19:49 pm: Hi all, I'm new to the forum having recently switch from a diesel mg zr to an edition 30 after the misses said we need a family 5 door hatch!

For the frist year I plan to keep it standard (see how long that last) and would like to know if any one can recommed anywhere in Coventry or near for servicing.

Car had donw 78k when purchased (run on long life service with cambelt changed at 58k), oil and filter was also changed as part of sump sensor replacement a week before purchase but I would like to get a major service done to keep history in line (now up to 80.6k).

I have been to Lister Coventry and was offered the service plan for £399 which covered 1 minor 1 major and 2 MOTs over 18 months based on 8-10k a year.

Before I take up the offer I would apperciate peoples opions and can anyone recommend local specialist or alternatives?

Thanks all for your time

Liam
Title: Re: Recommend servicing in coventry area
Post by: RedED30 on August 27, 2012, 05:32:12 pm: Liam,

I use here - http://www.thevwaudispecialists.co.uk/

I actually had my ED30 delivered to them and they done an inspection for me, also a sw check as well.

They also have done cambelt + tensioner. They collect and deliver back to you and valet as well. First class service.

Dan
Title: Re: Recommend servicing in coventry area
Post by: liam81 on August 27, 2012, 05:51:45 pm: Hi Dan,

Thanks for quick response, I've been on the website and filled in the quote request so see what they come back with.

Thanks
Liam
Title: Re: Recommend servicing in coventry area
Post by: JJ on August 27, 2012, 06:13:37 pm: Welcome to the forum Liam.

I can recommend these guys if you're prepared to travel a little further - they're just off the A5 at Norton Canes.

http://www.midlandvw.co.uk/home.html (http://www.midlandvw.co.uk/home.html)

I've also had very good experiences with main dealers Listers VW in Stratford upon Avon. Their customer service is excellent and they took very good care of my car.
Title: Re: Recommend servicing in coventry area
Post by: liam81 on August 27, 2012, 06:34:17 pm: Quote from: JJ on August 27, 2012, 06:13:37 pm
Welcome to the forum Liam.

I can recommend these guys if you're prepared to travel a little further - they're just off the A5 at Norton Canes.

http://www.midlandvw.co.uk/home.html (http://www.midlandvw.co.uk/home.html)

I've also had very good experiences with main dealers Listers VW in Stratford upon Avon. Their customer service is excellent and they took very good care of my car.

Thanks JJ,

VW Midland are the guys that did the sensor change just before purchase, a little further than I'd like but I'll gve them a call.
Title: Re: Recommend servicing in coventry area
Post by: sub39h on August 28, 2012, 09:20:08 am: another vote for Midland VW. they're a good bunch of lads.
Title: Re: Recommend servicing in coventry area
Post by: mrbeck on August 28, 2012, 02:48:31 pm: Any Listers VW offers the £399 Service Plan. I live in Cov, but use Listers in Nuneaton. The first time my car went to Listers in Cov it needed to have the drivers door resprayed after they dropped a wrench leaving a 4inch scratch. The second time they drove my car INTO the ramp rather than ONTO the ramp resulting in a wheel refurb being needed. Not exactly confidence inspiring!

Have also heard good things about VOLKS, an independent VAG specialist in Spon End. Might be worth a look. IIRC there was some forum chatter about the place in Longford changing ownership and not being as good as it once was.
Title: Re: Re: Recommend servicing in coventry area
Post by: liam81 on August 28, 2012, 03:34:32 pm: Thanks mrbeck, ill Gove volks a call and thanks for heads up on listers

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Title: Re: Recommend servicing in coventry area
Post by: E30Dom on August 28, 2012, 05:02:01 pm: Anywhere near Brackley? I would highly recommend APS of Brackley... Speak to Ed, he will take care of you and your car...

Dom