Recommended Garages and Services

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French Car Reproduced Parts Supplier	GiveMeABreak	04 Jul 2022, 10:57	2 times in total	Recommended Garages and Services
Recommended Garages & Services - Locations	jvwykes	22 Mar 2024, 18:18	Once this year	Recommended Garages and Services
Decent paint supplier	mickthemaverick	31 Mar 2022, 18:27	Once this month	Recommended Garages and Services

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PSA Electrical Diagrams - Wiring & Symbols Codes Index

by GiveMeABreak » 09 Dec 2023, 17:48
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by GiveMeABreak » 09 Dec 2023, 17:48 » in Diagnostics

PSA Electrical Diagrams - Wiring & Symbols Codes Index

The following will cover most basic equipment, but will exclude later systems & Tech.

PSA Electrical Diagrams Introduction - Function and Constitution of Codes
PSA Electrical Diagrams - Coding of Functions
PSA Electrical Diagrams - Component Coding
PSA Electrical Diagrams -...

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09 Dec 2023, 17:48
Citroen, DS Automobiles and Peugeot Official Part Number Requests

by GiveMeABreak » 15 May 2021, 13:55
Last post by GiveMeABreak » Yesterday, 19:55
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by GiveMeABreak » 15 May 2021, 13:55 » in Citroën
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Please make all your Citroen , DS Automobiles or Peugeot Parts Requests on this thread

This thread is only for donating members who wish to request official part numbers or Parts Diagrams.

Please don't post technical queries or ask 'how to' questions here. Create a thread in one of the main Citroen / Peugeot Forums for these queries....

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Kenny:

(5) Stone Guard Grille, either:
Black Cornelie, part: 7422C0, £99.78 or
Lion Grey, part: 7422C2, £159.92
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Airbag, Dashboard, Seat Belt & Airbag ECU Repairs

by GiveMeABreak » 24 Jun 2020, 17:01
Last post by 407 » 07 Mar 2024, 23:42
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by GiveMeABreak » 24 Jun 2020, 17:01 » in Useful links
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Just for members to be aware that airbagteam.com based in the UK are offering a 10% discount to FCF members on any of their services.

The FCF does not endorse any company directly, but thought this would be of use to members.

Full details of their services and the discount can be found here:

Airbag, Dashboard, Seat Belt & Airbag ECU Repairs

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Re the 407 door seal issue and airbag warnings, after a few days of rain and testing with the hose, I gave up as water was still pooling on top of the bottom door seal and then running inside the car.

My solution was to put a few holes thru the seal with a leather hole punch tool which seems to allow the water to exit (the door seal gets squashed...
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07 Mar 2024, 23:42
Important Information concerning access to PSA parts data

by xantia_v6 » 19 Mar 2020, 04:19
Last post by GiveMeABreak » 14 Nov 2021, 07:21
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by xantia_v6 » 19 Mar 2020, 04:19 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues
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As some of you may already have realised, PSA (Citroen, DS Automobiles & Peugeot) have this week (from 16/03/2020) decided to close off free access to parts information.

The public version of PSA's ServiceBox, which is the official source for parts and information has had a freely accessible parts system for registered garages, and individual...

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Please note: This Thread is now Locked.

Please Make All Your Citroen or Peugeot Parts Requests Here

All parts requests from this topic have been moved there.
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14 Nov 2021, 07:21
New PSA Heritage Parts for Classic Cars

by GiveMeABreak » 11 Oct 2019, 16:18
Last post by white exec » 24 Jan 2020, 16:49
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by GiveMeABreak » 11 Oct 2019, 16:18 » in Citroën

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Parts for Classic / Older Citroen, Peugeot Renault Vehicles

This may be of interest to Members with older vehicles where getting parts is a struggle and for those not already aware of the site.

PSA are embarking on a project to provide some supplies of original and re manufactured parts for older vehicles and classics, and have made it a...

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I'm trying them for anything showing up as NFP now.
Sometimes hit lucky.

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24 Jan 2020, 16:49
Revised Easydiagnostics Discount Procedure

by GiveMeABreak » 03 May 2018, 17:22
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by GiveMeABreak » 03 May 2018, 17:22 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

Please note that there is a new procedure in place for members wishing to take advantage of a 15% discount off products from Easydiagnostics.

The old discount code that was entered into the checkout is no longer valid, as a result of the code being propagated over the Internet.

After discussions with Jim from ED today, we have agreed a new...

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Recommended Garages & Services - Locations

by myglaren » 23 Feb 2014, 16:15
Last post by jvwykes » 22 Mar 2024, 18:18
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by myglaren » 23 Feb 2014, 16:15

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At the request of Mr Citronut I have begun to add the locations of those garages and services that members have recommended.

Some may be omitted where it is unclear if they are still trading.

More will be added as time permits.

Maplink .

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Hello folks

I wanted to let you all know about a small company in Leicestershire called Brake caliper solutions ltd

i needed a replacement hand brake spring for the front caliper of my Xantia, which had snapped.

None of the 'Specialists' I contacted could help. The 2 ladies that run this company found me a new spring and also sold me a pair of...

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22 Mar 2024, 18:18
Pleiades

by myglaren » 25 Jul 2009, 11:02
Last post by Edhertz » 23 Oct 2023, 13:34
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by myglaren » 25 Jul 2009, 11:02

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Pleiades
Unit 12A Brookside Industrial Estate
Sawtry
PE28 5SB

Email:
pleiades.sawtry@gmail.com

Tel: (UK) 01487 831239

Very easy to find, just off the A1M between St. Neots and Peterborough.

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I would like to add my hapenny's worth and say ‘thanks’ to the nice man at Pleiades, Sawtry, who spent some time on the phone helping me source a couple of seals (5280.K5) recently for my Xantia, Cheers Alan

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23 Oct 2023, 13:34
M.G. Autos - St.Leonard's on Sea (East Sussex)

by Northern_Mike » 18 Mar 2014, 13:29
Last post by myglaren » 27 Jul 2015, 11:36
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by Northern_Mike » 18 Mar 2014, 13:29
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A very helpful, knowledgeable chap. Really good service, bit slow with the tea.

Down in St. Leonards-on-sea, but worth the trip down the A21 to have your car looked by someone who definitely knows what they are doing and can think around standard ways of doing awkward jobs.

MG Autos
Lower Ground floor, rear of
111 Seddlescombe Road North
St....

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Sadly no longer operating.
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27 Jul 2015, 11:36
KingAs strut top refurbish

by myglaren » 02 Aug 2014, 11:50
Last post by CitroJim » 02 Aug 2014, 14:00
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by myglaren » 02 Aug 2014, 11:50

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You don't have to wait any more for disaster when your strut mount will eventually fail!

Our company renovates Citroen XM strut mounts with polyurethane. Original shape, geometry and hardness retained. Improved inside construction now preventing from splitting strut mount into two parts in case of elastomer failure (though its very unlikely with...

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I can personally recommend this mob. Did a lovely job of two sets of XM tops for Team WFA :-D

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02 Aug 2014, 14:00
Wheel balancing Sticky - Mine is in West London

by RoyChristie » 13 Sep 2011, 22:25
Last post by chris888 » 12 Jan 2014, 21:51
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by RoyChristie » 13 Sep 2011, 22:25

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The Forum should have a permanent post for locations where we can get wheels without centre holes balanced

Fo you DS and Xantia Exclusive owners who need good service at reasonable cost-

My local tyre shop is excellent and reasonably priced
West London -

Ruislip Tyres
proprietor - Richard Maguire
75 Park Way
HA4 8NS
01895 632652

Mention...

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I bought tyres from Blackcircles, not having heard of this nonsense, the place where they fitted the tyres couldn't balance them.
Quick phone call to Blackcircles, they arranged for Protyres in Portsmouth to balance the wheels at no cost to me.

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12 Jan 2014, 21:51
Costs of various garage services

by myglaren » 05 Mar 2011, 19:06
Last post by 411514 » 16 Apr 2013, 17:32
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by myglaren » 05 Mar 2011, 19:06

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Working on a suggestion by boristhespie , this thread is devoted to listing prices paid for various services and repairs carried out by garages.
The aim is to give an at-a-glance across the board expectation of how much we would expect a specific service to cost, i.e. headgasket replacement.

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Cambelt/Aux belt/Waterpump replacement Citroen c5 MK1 2.0HDi, all parts supplied, labour only £195

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16 Apr 2013, 17:32
Auto Locksmith recommendations?

by Ric Ochet » 24 Jan 2024, 13:14
Last post by Gibbo2286 » 24 Jan 2024, 18:36
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by Ric Ochet » 24 Jan 2024, 13:14

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Hope I'm posting in the most appropriate section.

I'm looking for an Auto locksmith that's proficient on the mechanical side of the locks. Parents have a keyless entry Micra, that won't accept the emergency blade key, that needs fixing. I've removed the ignition lock so can send it anywhere, just need to find someone with the skills to fix it.

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These guys came out, made and coded keys for a C5 I bought without them.
A long way from you but if you're posting! I'm sure a call to them will get advice.

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24 Jan 2024, 18:36
Garages to avoid

by GiveMeABreak » 14 Dec 2023, 23:35
Last post by GiveMeABreak » 15 Dec 2023, 15:33
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by GiveMeABreak » 14 Dec 2023, 23:35

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No problems using this Thread for Garages not up to the mark. Sounds like you've had a run of poor garages.

£125 is the official standard rate for up to an hour of diagnostics as of time of posting for all dealerships, but some will not charge you anything. It really depends on the garage and what the situation is and if you are a regular -...

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The X7 is a great car and I loved mine being the last ever Hydractive Citroen to be made. But I as I wasn't dong the miles, it wasn't getting a good run to the point even the new battery was discharging in a week between drives, plus most of the key power steering pipes are no longer available and that, along with the ongoing steering rack issues,...

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15 Dec 2023, 15:33
Airbag, Dashboard, Seat Belt & Airbag ECU Repairs

by GiveMeABreak » 24 Jun 2020, 16:52
Last post by quintet » 03 Dec 2023, 17:29
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by GiveMeABreak » 24 Jun 2020, 16:52

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The French Car Forum does not endorse any company, but the following has been provided to us as one such service provider that is offering a 10% discount to FCF members.

Airbag Team Ltd

We are Europe’s largest specialist supplier of genuine new and pre installed automotive airbags and related components.
We are able to supply, repair and fit...

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For whatever reason their website doesn't work ( site can't be reached ) despite the business updating it only a week ago (at time of writing)

(a copy/paste off of their website below)
Hours:
Sunday Closed
Monday 8 am–5 pm
Tuesday 8 am–5 pm
Wednesday 8 am–5 pm
Thursday 8 am–5 pm
Friday 8 am–4:30 pm
Saturday 9:30 am–1 pm
Updated by this...

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Last post by quintet
03 Dec 2023, 17:29
A Shout Out

by Edhertz » 23 Oct 2023, 11:36
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by Edhertz » 23 Oct 2023, 11:36

I would like to take this opportunity to say ‘thanks’ to the nice man at Pleiades, Sawtry, who spent some time on the phone helping me source a couple of seals (5280.K5) recently for my Xantia, Cheers Alan

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23 Oct 2023, 11:36
Independent MOT's Council Testing Stations

by NewcastleFalcon » 03 Feb 2016, 20:38
Last post by NewcastleFalcon » 27 Feb 2023, 18:04
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by NewcastleFalcon » 03 Feb 2016, 20:38
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I followed this route for my latest MOT......£40 for the test, no retest fee. and if you get a fail first time you can specify precisely to a garage the work needed, or do-it-yourself and book a retest.

I would have no hestiation in doing it again. Courteous service at the Stakeford Workshops of Northumberland County Council, they also have a...

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While the thread may benefit from a few other recommendations as per Mick's for those looking for a MOT only service, there is nothing like a bit of trivia. Don't fret..its in the spoiler, but it relates to one of the Aberdeen City Council's MOT stations.

Aberdeen City Council
Kittybrewster Depot, Powis Terrace, Kittybrewster, Aberdeen 01224...
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27 Feb 2023, 18:04
Recommended Garage - Lancs

by Northern_Mike » 13 Dec 2011, 01:48
Last post by MattBLancs » 19 Oct 2022, 21:50
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by Northern_Mike » 13 Dec 2011, 01:48
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Savoy Garage, Hapton

Run by Malcolm. Good chap. I've had a few motors from him, and will no doubt have more in the future.

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Somewhat reawakening a post from the distant past - but I have the same question really - despite pretty much being at the stage where only an MOT or fitting tyres, tracking perhaps would be something I wouldn't/ couldn't attempt, I'm coming to the realisation that my battle to get my C5 going has me pretty much defeated!

Has anyone any...
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Last post by MattBLancs
19 Oct 2022, 21:50
ECU repair

by p487m » 01 Sep 2022, 14:54
Last post by Ross_K » 01 Sep 2022, 20:41
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by p487m » 01 Sep 2022, 14:54

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Hi,

My car is in the garage at the moment. It wouldn't start and had fuel pump error codes - so they replaced the fuel pump. Still no joy, and now ECU error. So he's suggested sending the ECU off for repair, but he's doubtful the guy he uses will be able to do it, as he's not done this particular ECU before. (If he can't, then no charge, only...

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Give BBA Reman a call

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01 Sep 2022, 20:41
French Car Reproduced Parts Supplier

by GiveMeABreak » 04 Jul 2022, 10:57
Last post by Rp0thejester » 04 Jul 2022, 20:55
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by GiveMeABreak » 04 Jul 2022, 10:57

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The Forum Staff have been made aware of a supplier of French car parts that are no longer produced by the manufacturer. These appear to be reproduced / manufactured to original designs. They cover both Citroen and Renault, but as we know Citroen and Peugeot share many components in common.

We thought that this may be a useful resource for members...

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Thank you, breakers yards are hard to work with this will be a massive help!

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Last post by Rp0thejester
04 Jul 2022, 20:55
Pug Specialists in County Durham..?

by RussellF97 » 21 Jun 2022, 16:14
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by RussellF97 » 21 Jun 2022, 16:14

Me and my 2012 207SW HDi have recently moved to Consett from Taunton and would like to know if anyone has any recommendations for a Peugeot specialist in the Durham area. As you can appreciate, Somerset is a long way to go for a service, although it would be nicely warmed up by the time I got there...

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Last post by RussellF97
21 Jun 2022, 16:14
Is there anybody who can recommend me a good Citroen Technician in Birmingham area?

by VictorRO » 20 Jun 2022, 23:01
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by VictorRO » 20 Jun 2022, 23:01

Good evening!
I am new here. I have bought a 2018 (25 k miles) Citroen Berlingo last week.
Today my car is in Citroen dealer garage for diagnosis because on Saturday broke down due to gearbox fault.
As long I do not trust on the dealers policies and prices, I would appreciate any garage or technician recommendation who deals with Citroen...

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20 Jun 2022, 23:01
Citroen C5 X7 Steering Rack Reconditioning.

by Lenny » 12 Jan 2022, 20:56
Last post by AndyRB » 08 Jun 2022, 18:18
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by Lenny » 12 Jan 2022, 20:56

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I've just had my leaky steering rack refurbished by:

Steering Specialists Ltd / SSL Autoparts,
Units 2 & 3, 97 Bridge Rd,
Horbury,
Wakefield
WF4 5NW

I couldn't fault the service, the price was good and they knew all about the issues that afflict X7 steering racks (and had remedies up their sleeve for most of them).

They offer an exchange...

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I can confirm this for my C5 X7 Exclusive. They repaired a leak in my steering rack and I too couldn't fault the service. They repaired it while I waited, it took about 4 hours.

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Last post by AndyRB
08 Jun 2022, 18:18
Electrics/diagnostics

by Gibbo2286 » 17 Jan 2021, 10:17
Last post by Jan135 » 01 Apr 2022, 16:23
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by Gibbo2286 » 17 Jan 2021, 10:17

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I'm not recommending this company but their business popped up on the local newsletter, might be of use to some.

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Thank you! I am an experienced electrician and I might just find a job there.

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Last post by Jan135
01 Apr 2022, 16:23
Decent paint supplier

by mickthemaverick » 31 Mar 2022, 18:27
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by mickthemaverick » 31 Mar 2022, 18:27

I have found this company very good for paint and bodywork supplies. They have a significant ebay presence which is where I first came across them 5 or 6 years ago. Since then I have ordered paint for at least 5 different cars and have had an excellent match every time!
This is an example ebay link which will expire at some point:

I have...

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31 Mar 2022, 18:27
Xantia PAS Pipe

by jvwykes » 23 Dec 2021, 17:24
Last post by jvwykes » 25 Dec 2021, 10:40
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by jvwykes » 23 Dec 2021, 17:24

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Evening Citroen fans

Xantia has passed its MOT once again. Another year of classic Citroen motoring

Not a murmur of any emission issues, so I put that down to Dipetane every tank full

I have been meaning to write up about the PAS hose replacement on my HDi. Mine was looking like it was nearing the end of its useful life and was not 100% sold on...

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Another good link but no

this is the company based in Denmark

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Last post by jvwykes
25 Dec 2021, 10:40
Citroen (and other) Parts

by Doo » 06 Sep 2021, 23:50
Last post by GiveMeABreak » 07 Sep 2021, 09:02
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by Doo » 06 Sep 2021, 23:50

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Hey chaps, I had the delight to deal with a company on ebay who were refreshingly pleasant, quick, excellent communications and reasonably priced. And the parts arrived long before the date suggested.

I needed lower arms and ball joints as some may recall.... I went to local factor and the prices were almosy like original equipment prices :?...

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I've moved this to the 'Recommended Garages and Services' Forum for you.

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Last post by GiveMeABreak
07 Sep 2021, 09:02
Regulator refurb kits

by citroenxm » 25 Jul 2021, 20:59
Last post by citroenxm » 25 Jul 2021, 22:21
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by citroenxm » 25 Jul 2021, 20:59

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Hi all..

I asked on xm forum best place to get a regulator refurb kit.. For an xm.

I had a response and the place advised was turkey. I find that a bit ironic. Surley there must be a UK supplier of a seal kit or certainly done where closer to UK..

Where do you guys get yurs from? It's not for me.. I've been adked by someone else..

Cheers

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Thanks Chris..

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25 Jul 2021, 22:21
Citroen Servicing/Repairs/Spares in Sussex

by chasqui » 20 Sep 2009, 20:25
Last post by davscer » 11 Jun 2021, 08:26
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by chasqui » 20 Sep 2009, 20:25

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Formerly of Fields of Crawley, mechanic has a number of unique spare parts for the older citroens. 2cv, GS, BX, CX, etc. If you're looking for something unusual, call Driss on ********.

All kinds of car repairs and servicing done. I've known the guy for nearly 20 years and he has never let me down. Specialised in french cars but will also do...

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Hi, do you have any contact details? Thanks.

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Last post by davscer
11 Jun 2021, 08:26
Cool-Carz Mobile A/C & Engine Carbon Clean

by GiveMeABreak » 14 May 2021, 18:30
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by GiveMeABreak » 14 May 2021, 18:30

Just thought I'd give Paul at Cool-Carz a shout after a cracking job sorting the Air Conditioning out on our C3.

They are a mobile service based in West Wales and in Bedford.

We had Paul come out to do a pressure test with nitrogen, which checked out ok, so then a full vacuum out, disinfect and re-gas. All for £70! Can't beat that for a mobile...

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Last post by GiveMeABreak
14 May 2021, 18:30
Citroen C5 specialist Kent

by sam3b » 12 May 2021, 11:41
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by sam3b » 12 May 2021, 11:41

Citroën specialist Paul Clifford Motor Services in Wingham (bit east of Canterbury). Replaced the complete heater unit on my C5 using one I'd supplied that came 2nd-hand from Bart Ebben in the Netherlands and changed the matrices and pre heater from the best of the two. Excellent job and very, very reasonable ... the two guys certainly know their...

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12 May 2021, 11:41
Wanted: Garage with Lexia and C5 experience near Newcastle

by jamescarruthers » 07 Dec 2020, 20:17
Last post by jamescarruthers » 27 Apr 2021, 10:42
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by jamescarruthers » 07 Dec 2020, 20:17

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The C5 superwagon I bought for my sister has had its first hiccup. As I was warned, it would at some point complain about its Anti-Pollution system.

The problem is that I am working abroad so I need a garage to fix this for her I believe that the first thing to do will be to fill up with the correct Eolys fluid and then have a Lexia reset the...

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I'm still looking for a Citroen specialist near Gateshead/Newcastle/Sunderland that I can send my sister to.

She has a leak of some sort and I can't get up there for some time to help-- I've ordered her some LDS and strut return pipes as a precaution, which any decent garage can install... but this is all based on guess work. I've requested she...

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27 Apr 2021, 10:42
Citroen Friendly Garge in South Devon

by Triumph66 » 28 Dec 2020, 17:33
Last post by Triumph66 » 07 Jan 2021, 08:23
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by Triumph66 » 28 Dec 2020, 17:33

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Can anyone recommend a sympathetic and experienced mechanic or garage that could maintain a Citroen C15 van using genuine parts in the South Devon area? Cheers.

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No problem, thanks anyway.

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07 Jan 2021, 08:23
Whitepost Garage DORSET...50 years with cits

by Stickyfinger » 17 Aug 2013, 10:02
Last post by Triumph66 » 28 Dec 2020, 19:56
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by Stickyfinger » 17 Aug 2013, 10:02

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Phill Hunt
Whitepost Garage
TODBER
Nr Marnhill
DORSET
DT10 1HY

01258 820270

Phil has been working on Cits for 50+ YEARS !
They have a good young-un as well who knows his way about his Lexia............

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Are these guys still going?

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Last post by Triumph66
28 Dec 2020, 19:56
Steve Dyos - Kingsbridge, South Devon

by Old-Guy » 20 Feb 2018, 17:57
Last post by Triumph66 » 28 Dec 2020, 17:27
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by Old-Guy » 20 Feb 2018, 17:57

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Our 2011 C4GP 1.6HDi died on the A38 on a Sunday morning on our way to visit our daughter near Kingsbridge. Once recovered to daughter's drive, she called Steve who returned her call that afternoon. He came and read the fault codes just after 9 on Monday morning as promised, confirming my suspicion of another dead injector (2 in 7 months!). All...

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This is good to know as I live in Teignbridge area.

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28 Dec 2020, 17:27
Independent Citroen Specialist in Glasgow

by zundapp » 06 Nov 2019, 20:32
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by zundapp » 06 Nov 2019, 20:32

I had my clutch, DMF and thrust bearing replaced (C4 GP). After frightening estimates from two main dealers, I found an independent Peugeot/Citroen specialist in Glasgow. The job was done quickly (eight hours), and a lot less expensively than using the main dealer.

For anyone looking for an experienced Citroen workshop in this area, I can...

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06 Nov 2019, 20:32
SGG at Dunsfold, Surrey

by white exec » 26 Sep 2019, 11:36
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by white exec » 26 Sep 2019, 11:36

SGG (originally Shalford Green Garage, just outside Guildford) moved to Dunsfold - a few miles down the A281 towards Horsham - several years ago, taking all their Citroen-Peugeot experience with them. At Shalford, the legendary Barry Annalls was based. A long line of 2CV, DS, BX, H-van and other lovelies were always parked next to the Green...

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26 Sep 2019, 11:36
Citroen Specalist in Hertfordshire. B&L Autos of WGC

by Sid_the_Squid » 31 Mar 2011, 19:39
Last post by mickthemaverick » 20 Sep 2019, 17:54
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by Sid_the_Squid » 31 Mar 2011, 19:39

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If you want a Citroen Garage who really know & love their Citroens your first thought should be B&L Autos in Welwyn Garden City.

I cannot praise these guys enough, I have use their services countless times, their service is excellent, they are really friendly, always happy to take a few mins out to talk to you, no job is to hard for them.

I...

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I went to see John at B&L to have my aircon regassed after replacing the condenser and he was absolutely brilliant. He regassed it and when we tried to run it the compressor was faulty so he degassed it for me again so I could replace the compressor clutch, he gave me the oil seals I would need and I asked him how much I owed him up to now and he...

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20 Sep 2019, 17:54
Fusion Fabrications, Moreton, Oxfordshire

by Zelandeth » 05 Feb 2019, 22:53
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by Zelandeth » 05 Feb 2019, 22:53

Have just had an aluminium fuel tank made up by these guys and have been very impressed with both the end result and how pleasant they were to deal with.

Their website is over here .

They can make pretty much anything I think based on what I saw in the workshop, and are very definitely car people.

I'll be going back next time I need an exhaust...

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05 Feb 2019, 22:53
garage in strichley birmingham

by mixc » 24 Oct 2010, 12:24
Last post by van ordinaire » 19 Dec 2018, 23:43
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by mixc » 24 Oct 2010, 12:24

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Hi
I can recommend Citroen Speclists Of Strichley Birmingham,
1495 Pershore Road,
Tel 0121 458 3111.
Ask for Dave.

They are still trying to sort out my C5 fault most garages would have given up by now.

mixc

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All the indications are that this is still a going concern. Why not give'm a call, pop in (looks like they may be closed Christmas Eve) or drop'm an e-mail?

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19 Dec 2018, 23:43
Mark Lightfoot Ilkeston

by hirsty » 11 Apr 2016, 18:22
Last post by Peter.N. » 03 Jan 2018, 13:54
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by hirsty » 11 Apr 2016, 18:22

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I have recently had my C5 serviced and checked over by Mark at the above. Excellent service, very knowledgable and not main stealer prices. Highly recommended if you are in the area. :-D :-D :-D

hirsty

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A friend of mine used to have the Erewash garage in Ilkeston, right on the corner opposite the canal, I think its a builders merchants now.

Peter

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03 Jan 2018, 13:54
Graeme the hero in Bradford

by Garryg163 » 09 Dec 2015, 19:18
Last post by sutty86 » 11 Jun 2017, 15:09
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by Garryg163 » 09 Dec 2015, 19:18

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Hi all, had a problem with C5 estate Airbag Fault / Horn not working / Service light on.

Had several quotes locally Most wanted £50+ to diagnose Plus 200-400 to replace unit fitted. Not happy.

Read on here about Graeme in Bradford, Checked him out on ebay for repairing it. So booked an appointment, nice bloke, I asked about fitting cruise...

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Graham doesn't work on the cars now he focusses on his lock smithing business,spoke to him

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11 Jun 2017, 15:09
Romsey MOT & Tyre Centre

by elma » 31 Mar 2017, 11:47
Last post by hoggers » 12 Apr 2017, 20:18
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by elma » 31 Mar 2017, 11:47

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I have to recommend Romsey MOT and Tyre super centre who are at;

Unit 1 Musselwhite Buildings,
Budds Lane,
Romsey,
Hants,
SO51 0HA.
Phone number is 01794 515911.
www.motandtyresromsey.co.uk

I took a work van there for 2 tyres and tracking which was done without a hitch.
I then had a puncture repaired on my Xantia and they balanced the centre...

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I have to recommend Romsey MOT and Tyre super centre who are at;

Unit 1 Musselwhite Buildings,
Budds Lane,
Romsey,
Hants,
SO51 0HA.
Phone number is 01794 515911.

I took a work van there for 2 tyres and tracking which was done without a hitch.
I then had a puncture repaired on my Xantia and they balanced the centre less wheel first time...

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12 Apr 2017, 20:18
Chester/Cheshire area.

by Sunderas » 28 Feb 2017, 16:15
Last post by Sunderas » 12 Mar 2017, 22:41
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by Sunderas » 28 Feb 2017, 16:15

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Anyone knows of someone they can recomend around this area?

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General maintenance and cambelt replacement.

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12 Mar 2017, 22:41
International and National Car Recovery / Transport

by 2cy » 24 Dec 2016, 10:00
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by 2cy » 24 Dec 2016, 10:00

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Recommendation :
RoRo Shipping :

Robin Beecham was excellent and went beyond the call of duty to help me out when the transport company to Zeebrugge never gave us advanced notice nor had the documentation in place. And then again when I needed to pay for the shipping but the filter on my internet router chose to give up the ghost..

Cost...

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24 Dec 2016, 10:00
Garage or mechanic Se London/Kent

by Paul02 » 25 Sep 2016, 13:06
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by Paul02 » 25 Sep 2016, 13:06

Anyone recommend where to take my Xantia in Se London or Kent , prefer Independant or one man operation but someone who knows these cars preferably . General repairs and service.
Thanks Paul

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25 Sep 2016, 13:06
Garage in Dagenham area

by Citronut junior » 24 Aug 2016, 08:25
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by Citronut junior » 24 Aug 2016, 08:25

Is there a Citroen Mechanically minded person in or near Dagenham that would be willing to check over a car that I intend to purchase? please.
Claire

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24 Aug 2016, 08:25
Mister-Auto

by van ordinaire » 06 Oct 2015, 17:16
Last post by van ordinaire » 20 Jun 2016, 17:58
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by van ordinaire » 06 Oct 2015, 17:16
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On 21 August I ordered a replacement drive-shaft on line from someone offering an unbeatable price. + very reasonable p & p.

I also needed an oilseal but hadn’t found it - ’til after I’d placed the order. Apparently they have a flat rate p & p charge which meant the seal would’ve cost the same again so I phoned them, spoke to someone who I took...

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Are all car components coated with rain soluble paint?

When I fiited a new TCA, I painted the cap of the ball joint black to match, 'cos that was bare metal. Nearly 6 months later, most of which the van's been parked there hardly a trace of paint anywhere.

Back to the original story: PSA owning Mr Auto is, I suppose, quite encouraging BUT what...
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20 Jun 2016, 17:58
C5 speedometer repairs

by Hell Razor5543 » 17 May 2016, 09:01
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by Hell Razor5543 » 17 May 2016, 09:01

Nothing to do with me (and not used by me either, but by another member);

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17 May 2016, 09:01
French car spares Mansfield

by rob78 » 08 Mar 2016, 19:39
Last post by CitroJim » 10 Mar 2016, 09:58
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by rob78 » 08 Mar 2016, 19:39

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Full replacement subframe with spheres and trailing arms & all pipes, £50.

Nice guy to deal with to, specializing in french & german cars

Rashid: 07835913955

Biggest pile of scrap pugs / beamers / golfs i've ever seen (and possibly first time ive seen a golf not spewing black smoke from a bad remap :rofl2: )

Unit 7-8
Oxclose Lane Mansfield...

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(and possibly first time ive seen a golf not spewing black smoke from a bad remap :rofl2: )

That made me smile :-D

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10 Mar 2016, 09:58
VMH Autos Lincoln

by rob78 » 08 Mar 2016, 19:47
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by rob78 » 08 Mar 2016, 19:47

Nearly had a coronary when a local firm mentioned on here wanted £388 just to refurbish trailing arms #-o

These guys fitted me a complete replacement subframe, swopped over discs, serviced calipers, changed hydraulic fluid £120 all in

Cant believe how much better car drives now it sits evenly and doesnt feel like its heading for nearest ditch...

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08 Mar 2016, 19:47
Windscreens

by NewcastleFalcon » 29 Jan 2016, 13:05
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by NewcastleFalcon » 29 Jan 2016, 13:05

Had to get a new windscreen for my Xsara Picasso.

Excellent service and price from a firm from Myglaren Country.................Washington :)

C&P Windscreens 33 Swan Road Industrial Estate, Washington NE38 8JJ.

As far as price goes......£110 fully fitted inc VAT.

Never convinced of the only pay your excess doesn't affect your no claims, or...

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29 Jan 2016, 13:05
Highly Recommended, anyone in Leeds area

by Xantianut » 02 Mar 2015, 19:16
Last post by SamH » 09 Oct 2015, 12:55
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by Xantianut » 02 Mar 2015, 19:16

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Ay up!

As some of you are aware, I've just had an engine rebuild done at APT motors in Leeds. Excellent service, I've been going there for 20 odd years now so should say it all really.

0113 231 1160 and Alf's yer man!

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Based on your recommendation, Xantianut, I contacted Alf to help me get my C5 through its MOT. Top, top bloke! Anyone in the Leeds area needing a Peugeot/Citroen guy, go talk to Alf! :)

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Last post by SamH
09 Oct 2015, 12:55
Westroen - manchester

by quintet » 31 Jul 2015, 22:01
Last post by myglaren » 02 Aug 2015, 12:00
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by quintet » 31 Jul 2015, 22:01

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Westroen have been going for many many years, i knew of them as my old man used their services when he had his bx's and so when it came to my xantia needing new spheres they were the only choice for me. The gent who did my car knew the in's & out's of the whole xantia suspension system & had all 3 spheres on the front end of my car changed with...

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Added to the map.

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02 Aug 2015, 12:00
Two Wrestlers Garage, Newport Pagnell

by Zelandeth » 27 Jul 2015, 00:17
Last post by myglaren » 27 Jul 2015, 16:23
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by Zelandeth » 27 Jul 2015, 00:17

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Have had both the 107 and Saab in here now for both repairs and MOTs and am happy to thoroughly recommend them. Especially after the welding on the Saab, which was quite a complicated little bit of reconstructive surgery that they only charged me £95 for...I was expecting at least a 3 in front of that. Work looks good too. CV joint on the 107 was...

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If you approve then they must be good Jim.

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27 Jul 2015, 16:23
Any Recommended Garage In Or Near Haywards Heath?

by Mirage » 27 Jul 2015, 08:18
Last post by Mirage » 27 Jul 2015, 11:41
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by Mirage » 27 Jul 2015, 08:18

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The Peugeot 2008 is due it's first service. Normally I would have taken it to Chevronics in Hitchin, Hertfordshire but we have now moved to Haywards Heath in West Sussex so need to find an equally reliable garage.

Any help much appreciated.

Thanks

Saul

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Nothing close enough but thanks anyway. Might have to just chance it on one of the local garages and see how it goes.

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27 Jul 2015, 11:41

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