I recently had my BMW 1-Series serviced at a garage in Bangor, the follow up report suggested that…read morethe engine had " Excessive play in the timing change", although no symptoms or diagnostics supported this report. But this could be catastrophic, if the timing chain jumps on the cogs or the actually brakes while the engine is at high revs. The garage gave me an estimated cost to replace the chain to be over £500.00. I was obviously concerned, but because I had doubts about this report I decided to get a second opinion from Johnny at Scott's Garage. Johnny took the time to do a thorough inspection of the engine, run complete computer diagnostic report, and a test drive. His conclusion was the timing chain appears to be serviceable and of no concern at this time. Johnny a competent and experienced engineer, who at short notice gave me his valuable time and honest opinion. What more do you want from your garage? I will certainly be using Scott's Garage at Dundonald for all my car repairs and servicing requirements in the future. Thank you. John Dawber Bangor Co.Down.

I'm going to sound like a complete Daddy's girl today (which isn't too far wrong to be honest...),…read morebut my dad has been impressed with Johnathan Scott since going to him with car problems three or four years ago. And he's never looked back... Scott's Garage was initially based on the Ballyregan Road, which was handy enough for us being less than ten minutes down the road. My dad took both his car and my mum's for MOT prep, for repair when he had a couple of accidents, and just general look-overs. Johnathan would always give my dad a lift home before starting work on the car, which was really lovely of him, and meant by dad didn't have to use public transport (it's been a while), or get a lift. Last year (I think...these years start to roll into one after a while), Johnathan opened up a new garage in Carrowreagh Business Park, allowing him to expand his business, and still provide the same great service. My dad has never had a complaint about him, he works incredibly hard, and offers his services are incredibly decent prices. What more could you want?!

I've been using Glen to take care of my cars for years now. He's honest and reliable and knows what…read morehe's doing. I've personally witnessed an old man call in with a headlight out on his VW Fox and Glen put a bulb in (only took a few minutes) and send the old guy on his way without any charge. Hard to find someone like that these days

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Very good mechanic had him change my oil and he was very fast with it will definitely recommend…read morethis mechanic 5 stars definitely

Without a doubt and without compare, the most honest and professional garage I have ever had the…read morepleasure to take my car to, in this country, England or back home in Wales. Thanks John!

Tommy is a solid mechanic, as well are his team. Tommy doesn't take advantage whether you know much…read moreor nothing about cars, they're honest, helpful and genuine good people. I think the other review Emma P meant to leave 5 stars since her review doesn't say a bad thing about Tommy and his team, so just compensating that with a 5 star review. Feel lucky to know the Fegans are so near by for any car woes I have.

Tommy's done all the work on my cars during the last six years - Citroens x 4 and a couple of…read moreMercs. He's always done a first rate job and his charges are without fail extremely fair. In this age of high overhead dealerships and target bonuses he's an oasis in a sea of trouble. He was highly recommended to me by a friend and I've recommended him to three family members all of whom now get their cars serviced with Tommy. He's always busy which telly you he's good, and he can work with any make or model. I look forward to trusting many more of my assorted jalopies to his care. Jonathan W

The guys who came up with this idea are absolute geniuses, no, its not a place where your car can…read morekeep fit, well actually it sort of is, let me explain; The Motor Gym is a new concept thought up by 3 local entrepreneurs, basically they provide a safe and professional space for amateur car enthusiasts to work on their vehicles, it is just a garage without the mechanics. The customer hires out space and then is free to use the Motor Gyms tools and equipment to fix up their motorbike or car. The Motor Gym offer membership schemes for renting out the bays and equipment so you can save yourself even more money. The best thing about this place is that if you fancy yourself as a bit of a Phil or Grant Mitchell in their mechanic days you can pop down here and work on your car in relative safety instead of working in your driveway or garage and causing general annoyance to your neighbours. Also if you do not fancy doing the work yourself but like the space and the work the guys at the Motor Gym do then you can pay them to fix your vehicle. The Motor Gym is open 7 days a week and I think is an absolutely amazing idea that is sure to catch on.

Left my car in today to get an oil leak fixed. But they're didn't fix it. Wait!! Why not?!…read more They didn't fix it because it's the cam seals (whatever they are) that are leaking. And it's a big job to fix. At least £350. So, why didn't they fix it? After phoning me and explaining, they recommended that, if I can persevere until the timing belt needs changed then it would be better to do the two jobs at once. I appreciated their honesty. They could have easily told me it needed sorted right now, and then I'd need a timing belt at another time. I know nothing about cars other than that they cost money!! So, I'd recommend them simply and purely for their honesty. They did not charge a penny for looking and finding the leak either! A thumbs up from me

Very impressed with Greenaway Auto Electrics. Was recommended them by Springfield Autos and they…read moredid not disappoint. Excellent service, very accommodating, helpful and most importantly great job done. Was very happy that they called to inform me of the cost of the parts I needed before going ahead with the job... BMW looking extortionate prices for parts so they were happy for me to locate parts elsewhere and they'd fit them. Couldn't get one of them myself so they got it sorted and then I'm going back with reversing sensors for them to fit - £15 online instead of £85 through Bavarian!!!! Glen also checked my tyres for me before I left as he thought one looked a bit flat and got them properly inflated - doesn't sound like much maybe but he didn't need to when the car was only in to get a new door lock fitted. Will definitely be back if something else goes wrong with the car. Stephen (BMW owner)

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The WORST. These…read moreguys replaced my handbrake cable. The next day, it snapped, and was hanging from the car, dragging along the road. They took a fair bit of convincing to accept that they had to fix it, even after seeing the cable hanging down. Everyone makes mistakes, but the thing is: there are PROCEDURES to avoid making mistakes, when it comes to maintaining your car properly, protecting lives etc.: guidelines on how much to tighten things, crazy notions about having senior people checking what junior employees do, etc. These guys obviously don't follow any such procedures. Avoid at all costs.

I have been dealing with Glengormley Car Care for 14 years now, since I first moved to the area…read more They were recommended by a neighbour who had also been having his car repaired there for several years. In that time I have always dealt directly with Lawrence or John but find the rest of the staff very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. Where any work has been required outside of my normal annual service & MOT check, I am always informed (accurately) of the cost and asked to authorise before the work is undertaken. The number of cars etc. which are lined up outside awaiting work every time I visit is a testament to the popularity of this business in the local area From my experiences I have had no hesitation in recommending these guys to several of my friends, colleagues and family - who have all reported that they are pleased with the proffesional, efficient service they have received

There are the best car company in the country excellent staff excellent people amazing service Mr…read morepateek was really helpful over the phone about the bills and allowed me to pay it by card over the phone.

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