So I've got my dreaded MOT coming up and I thought I better get someone to have a quick check over…read moremy car before I put it through. After some research (on Yelp of course) I headed to Gilnahirk Tyres, even though it was on the other side of town from where I lived. I initially called to see what their prices were like and was told it was going to be £20 for a quick check over - I was happy enough with that as I didn't think much needed done. I arrived at 8:20am and it was absolutely rammed, must have been 5 cars queued in front of me - I was actually quite hesitant about going ahead with the service but I popped in to the reception and spoke to Billy and he said Bay 2 would be free in a few minutes! After that it was all straight forward - the car was in for a check over. The mechanic came out and told me I needed two new tyres so I went ahead and got them. £40 per tyre seemed ok with me. I was expecting to pay £100 - £20 for the service and £80 for both new tyres but to my surprise they only charged me £80 as the service was free if any extra work needed completing! This is genius and a lovely surprise. I was home by 9:15 am! The service was great. It may look chaotic but they know exactly what they are doing! They even offer an MOT service where they take your car to the centre for you while you're at work! Easy five stars!

The time I went to Gillnahirk to get new tyres for my beloved first car (which was a Suzuki Swift…read moreaffectionately known as Swifty to all who encountered it!) I had a pleasant and professional experience. I prearranged a time to come down to their garages to get them sorted, which was a painless process. There are about 4 different ramp areas so in busy times you should be able to get serviced efficiently. I was able to get 4 brand new tyres for £90 which was very reasonable. They performed their ask very fast, and I was in and out of the place in about five minutes, I felt like I was in some sort of formula one pit stop! The garage will take payments via both card and cash for when you are short on immediate funds! I have never had to have my exhaust serviced by them, but I am sure that if their tyre service is anything to go by it would be a quick and reasonably priced service!

Driving through the city on Wednesday I heard a clunk and then a pop and then a hiss and…read moreimmediately I knew it was a puncture, all I could see in my mind was pound signs racking up because new tyres ain't cheap! When I got home I changed the flat tyre to a temp and pulled the huge screw (see picture) that I had run over out of my tyre! To me the tyre looked unfixable due to the size of the puncture so I was resigned to having to fork out for a brand new tyre. After some searching on Yelp I came across George Fagan on the Antrim Road which was nice and handy for me as I didn't want to drive too far with my temp wheel. I decided to call George to find out the craic with tyre replacements and booking in with them and once I explained what I needed the guy on the phone said, 'sure bring her down and we'll have a look!' To be honest I wasn't too optimistic as going by past experiences not having a time slot booked in at a garage can mean a long wait. I headed down anyway as I had a busy day and needed my car to do some pick ups. One thing to note is that George Fagan is on a really busy road so you're best parking on one of the side streets and walking up to the garage, especially if you don't have a booking. I went in and the mechanic told me to 'pull my car round front' and they'd be with me in 5 minutes. It was in fact only 2 minutes until a younger mechanic came and took the punctured tyre from my car and said he'd be back in a minute. Sure enough he did come back in a minute and take off the temp and put on a freshly repaired tyre. Literally I didn't get out of my car during this whole process! He even jacked it up with me in it! He then told me he had fixed my tyre and to keep an eye on it as it was a big hole. He said we may as well see if we can save you from forking out for a new tyre! I couldn't believe it, a mechanic who was trying to save me a few quid! The tyre repair cost £10 in total and I was at the garage for a total of 10 minutes! Unbelievable service! I'll definitely be back when my MOT comes round! These guys really seem to know their stuff and what's best os they are looking out for you!

This is the brother of my usual local mechanic, Tommy Fegan. George Fegan's is very much the main…read moreplace for Antrim Road inhabitants to get thier cars sorted, and in particular fix, replace and repair tyres also. A handy place to go to if you have a blow out, or a puncture problem. George and his team are friendly and down-to-earth, easygoing but hardworking, and are able to get your car up and on the road in good time - which is of course all you're looking for from a service like this. Their prices aren't unbearable either - sort of reasonable for the service you're getting. There is plenty of parking in the lot too, so you can leave your car in and come back for it later.

I have had the misfortune to have to avail of the services of Kwik-Fit just recently and I can't…read morepraise this place enough. On both occasions no appointment was needed , I just called in first thing in the morning and explained my situation and they took it from there. It isn't a cheap buisness having to get new tyres but this place is very competitive and there are always good deals. There is a comfortable sitting area with free refreshments not that you have to wait too long to get the chance to have that cuppa. It is easy to find with plenty of parking space. Even if you just want to call in to get your tyres checked it is well worth it rather than end up driving on dodgy tyres that may be breaking the law.

I contacted over 50 mechanics for help when my Range Rover started producing heavy smoke from my…read moreexhaust, after days of looking for help without any success i found my to contact these people, after talking with Shane he arranged to come see my car same day, and in less than an hour he was hear. He collected my car and got it back to his garage, in 2 hours he fixed my car and returned it to me. This is how it should be done, Downpatrick mechanics take note. I would recommend them to any one who needs good reliable service fast. The price was better than expected at only £100

I'm a key worker working in the NHS as a care coordinator had a flat tyre on a Sunday no spare but…read moreafter a phone call to Cranes they helped me out even though they were closed. A big thank you for taking the time to do and helping me when I'm a difficult situation. Couldn't have had any better service friendly and so helpful. Thanks again

Carryduff tyre centre is great for new tyres and top brands, I didn't go for tyres I took my…read moreclassic mini here over a year ago as I bought new suspension brackets and camber arms and needed the tracking set properly. There the only place I know of that does four wheel alignment on a classic mini as one of their workers is a fellow mini owner. I got the camber and alignment set with the laser equipment, far better than the traditional method of using string! I've taken a few classics here and they look after them well. Other garages sometimes assume you can lift an old car in the same places as new cars and end up causing damage. I can definitely recommend them for classic car owners as well as new car owners.

Just back from Carryduff Tyres. Speedy, good prices and easy to deal with. I asked for tracking…read more They put the gear on but tracking was ok. They didn't charge! Can't get more fair or honest than that!

I have been going here since 1978. Get all my tyres here... I would not go anywhere else. They are…read moresuperb, Honest, caring of your car, everything done by the book torque, balancing, alignment the LOT.. I trust no one else.. Never had a problem and always remember you as a person

Great service, excellent value for money, good advice for what tyres are best up to your price…read morerange, no pushy sales people and perfect location in the city

I don't really like this place. Went in a few times to get tyres always end up sitting there all…read moreday. Other places with less staff and equipment are always faster somehow.

I used to go to central tyres Belfast, which is good. But they put up 25 pounds on the same tyre…read morewhich i required last years( was £65 and now £8X ) and the cheapest tyre they supply is £61, I tried Magowan. Firstly,I'm very impress of their web-site provide the choice , the prices every detail all show up on the internet . Also i found that the cheapest tyre from central tyres which is cheaper on Magowan, only 51 pounds. I've been the Mallusk store, which is massive, i think more than 7 cars are changing at the same time, their staff are very nice, waiting room is very big too, tea coffee, TV, magazine, wifi all free provide, finally got the cheapest one for my 17" which only £43 compare to hurst tyre is £60. And I definitely will go again

Y'know when that annoying thing happens that you just can't deal with?…read moreYup - today I found a screw making itself at home in one of my rear tyres and I had to make a stop off to the nearest place to have it looked at. Charles Hurst Tyres are based behind all the swish car places on Boucher Rd, Belfast. Lots of customer parking available and the usual tea, coffee and chats while you wait. If you've had an unfortunate case, like myself of a wee niggily critter making itself at home in your tyres Charles Hurst Tyres will remove it and fix it for free if they can! AMAZING!! I was in and out within 15 minutes. Happy camper!