Automotive Extras - #1 for Garages in Bicester

Servicing

Posted by BusinessAccelerator on Sep 11, 2013

The team at Automotive Extras are highly trained and experienced mechanics which enables us to offer a multi brand servicing solution across a wide range of vehicles. From Ford to Audi and BMW to Vauxhall, we’re extremely adaptable and carry all the specialist tools required to service and maintain most vehicles. We start every service by reviewing your car’s service history against our database of service criteria to ensure all the correct elements are included in the service we offer you. Many garages simply opt for a ‘one size fits all’ approach which usually results in elements of your car being serviced before they are really due. This only increases your service bill! We will only complete the service items that are due to ensure you are not paying over the odds or having work completed that simply isn’t required. Gone are the days where every car needed servicing at 12,000 intervals. With the changes that have happened over the last 5 years or so it’s not uncommon for some vehicles service interval to now fall around 20,000 miles. Minor Services from £98.40 inc vat Minor services include oil and filter changes plus our proven combination of the manufacturers specification and our very own carefully developed 50 point check list. Major Services from £182.40 inc vat Major services include oil and filter changes plus spark plugs, fuel filter, air filter and pollen filter plus our proven combination of the manufacturers specification and our very own carefully developed 50 point check list. Cambelt Services from £180 inc vat Cambelt services range in price depending on the make and model of your vehicle. Quite simply some vehicles cambelts are more complex and difficult the access. Where required we include changing the auxiliary belts...

Mechanical Repair

Posted by BusinessAccelerator on Sep 11, 2013

Many people postpone minor mechanical repairs to their vehicle as they are concerned that the cost is going to be too high. We all too often end up completing major repairs after a minor fault has manifested into a much more serious issue as the miles have ticked by. Here at Automotive Extras we’re focussed on offering our clients the most cost effective Mechanical Repair service available in the area. That’s why we are #1 for garages in Bicester. If your car is exhibiting an issue, however minor it might appear, please feel free to call us on 01869 278190 and we’ll talk through the likely causes over the phone and advise you on your best route. Most of the time minor faults can be rectified at the next service. However, it’s always best to check that by delaying the repair your not lining yourself up for a much bigger bill..! We’re proud that our clients rate us as #1 of all the garages in Bicester. Every year the motor industry develops new technology. Here at Automotive Extras we focus on broadening our mechanical repair services every month. MOT Repairs Exhaust System Suspension and Shock Absorbers Braking System Clutches Tyres Electrical Diagnostic Testing Gearbox and Drive Train Steering and Chassis Components Engine Repairs We offer a 12 month parts and labour warranty that is not insurance backed and does not affect the statutory rights of the consumer. If the repair you are looking for is not included in the list above please call us on 01869 278190 as we can often draw on our comprehensive experience and industry contacts to offer a...

Diagnostics

Posted by BusinessAccelerator on Sep 11, 2013

Vehicle Diagnostics and advanced fault finding is a rapidly growing aspect to vehicle maintenance. As manufacturers increasingly turn to new technology to improve fuel economy, increase safety and reliability more electronics are developed to deliver these features. It’s not uncommon for us to receive telephone calls from clients who suddenly have a warning light displaying on their dashboard. There’s no need to panic if this happens to you. Simply call us on 01869 278 109 and we’ll talk through the severity of the issue with you over the phone. The majority of warning lights are designed to indicate that an aspect of your vehicle is not performing as it was designed. Here’s what to do if you spot a warning light on your dashboard. Find a safe location to stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Make a note of the warning light symbol that is displaying. If the vehicle is running as normal drive to a garage as soon as possible. If the vehicle is running abnormally turn off the engine immediately and call a garage to have the vehicle recovered. If the warning light persists, whether it be permanently or intermittently, it is always advisable to visit us so that we can use our diagnostic equipment to analyse the problem. Prolonged use of a vehicle with a warning light illuminated often leads to longer term damage and turns an issue that could have been fixed with minimal cost in to a much more serious and expensive repair. One of the many aspects that makes Automotive Extras one of the leading garages in Bicester is our continuous investment in the very latest diagnostic equipment. Call us on 01869 278 190 to book your vehicles diagnostic...

Tyres

Posted by BusinessAccelerator on Sep 11, 2013

Ensuring your tyres are in good order, correctly fitted, inflated and not damaged is probably the single most important aspect of maintaining your vehicle and your safety. After all, they are the only part of your car in contact with the road! One of the reasons our clients rate us #1 of all the garages in bicester is that we are able to offer a very wide range of tyres at great prices to suit any vehicle and budget. Through our network we have immediate access to thousands of tyres. We can even offer a lifetime guarantee on some ranges. If you find yourself with a puncture or a damaged wheel after a pothole strike there’s no need to worry. Some punctures are repairable and we will always offer this as a solution if the tyre still has a reasonable tread depth remaining. If replacement tyres are required we can quickly and conveniently arrange for your new tyres to be on site and book your vehicle in for the fitting to take place. To book your vehicle in for a tyre check please call us on 01869 278 190 it takes us about 15 minutes to assess your tyres and talk over your options with you. Tyre maintenance advice The tread depth legal requirement is 1.6mm across the central ¾ of the tyres width. Most tyres have tread depth indicators designed into the tread pattern. If you look around the groves in your tyre you will note that there is a small raised rubber section in the grove every so often. This is set to identify the 1.6mm minimum tread depth. It is well worth checking your tyres on a monthly basis to ensure that the tread depth is...

MOT’s

Posted by BusinessAccelerator on Sep 11, 2013

If your vehicle is over three years old then it is a legal requirement to have it MOT tested on an annual basis. The MOT test is designed to ensure your vehicle meets a minimum safety standard. The consequences of not holding a current MOT certificate for your vehicle can be far reaching. Did you know that without a valid MOT your car insurance is invalid? Did you also know that without a valid MOT your road tax is also invalid? The result of being caught with no MOT can lead to several infringements of the law. We always recommend that vehicle owners keep their MOT test date written in their diary. If fact, if you have your vehicle MOT test with us, we’ll remind you in 11 months time to ensure it doesn’t slip your mind. The MOT test standards are set by a national government body. As you may expect the MOT test focusses on a range in exterior, interior, underfloor and under bonnet checks MOT tests are completed on-site for single fee of £54.60 Many of our clients opt to have an annual service and MOT competed at the same time. We offer a Service and MOT pack starting from only £160 If your vehicle does not meet the minimum MOT standard there’s no need to panic. We will prepare a quote to repair the failing component and contact you immediately to discuss your options. If the vehicle is repaired on-site we will complete a retest completely free of charge to ensure your vehicle can be back on the road as soon as possible. To book your MOT test simply call us on 01869 278...

Air Conditioning

Posted by BusinessAccelerator on Sep 11, 2013

Over the last 10 years air conditioning has moved from being an optional extra on only the top end luxury vehicles to a standard feature on most super mini’s and family cars. Air conditioning systems are complex with many integrated parts and just like other elements of your car air conditioning systems needs a little care and attention to ensure they are operating to their optimum. The most common work we complete on air conditioning systems is to vacuum out the old compressed gas and recharge the system with fresh gas. This should be completed every 2 years and is an essential element of ensuring it’s performance and removing any unpleasant odours that might arise. We offer a selection of air conditioning services:- A complete system vacuum and recharge for only £48 inc vat. An air conditioning service and anti-bacterial bomb to remove common germs and bacteria from the system for only £78 inc vat. A major system service and overhaul including a complete re-gas for only £114 inc vat. If it’s been more than two years since you have had your air conditioning system serviced give us a call on 01869 278 190 and arrange for us to check it over for...

Accessories

Posted by BusinessAccelerator on Sep 11, 2013

We are delighted to be approved Cobra installers. Cobra is arguably the world’s leading vehicle security and vehicle tracking provider. Cobra work in partnership with many of the main car manufacturers such as:- Audi, Bentley, Ferrari, Infiniti, Lamborghini, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz Trucks, McLaren, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Porsche, Renault, Rolls-Royce and Tesla. The Cobra product range includes their award winning Cobra Alarms and Immobilisers, CobraNav and CobraTrak Stolen Vehicle Tracking which can greatly reduce your insurance premiums. Often just one years premium savings are enough to pay for the alarm and tracker so it becomes a very cost effective investment. As an approved Cobra installation company we can also access their wide range of vehicle accessories. Including:- Rear View Reversing Cameras and Monitors Park Distance Control Sensors including colour coded installation Cruise Control* Speed Limiters* Bluetooth®Handsfree Systems Vizualogic In-car DVD systems including roof mounted installation Tow Bars Catalytic Converter Clamps for added security Call us on 01869 278 190 to discuss the above products in more detail. * – subject to make and model...

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"Many thanks for repairing the brakes on my car after the MOT test failure. I was pleasantly surprised when I came to pay too! As a female it's reassuring to know that I can trust your team completely. Thanks again."
Amy Dudley

"Thanks so much for fixing the exhaust on my Volvo. Other garages I've used in the passed would have simply charged me for a whole new exhaust section. You correctly identified the issue and repaired the joint for a fraction of the cost. Brilliant job. I will gladly recommend Automotive Extras to all my friends and colleagues."
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