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New PSA Heritage Parts for Classic Cars

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've used them a couple of times, most recently for a pair of XM rear ram gaiters.
Not cheap, but the only source found for new ones.

The Search box will accept original part numbers, so no need to go ploughing through the long, illustrated lists. Some good stuff there, genuine and new!

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11 Oct 2019, 17:47
Revised Easydiagnostics Discount Procedure

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The old discount code that was entered into the checkout is no longer valid, as a result of the code being propagated over the Internet.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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03 May 2018, 17:22
Member Email Addresses

by GiveMeABreak » 13 Oct 2017, 18:06 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

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To All Members

Members are kindly requested to check their profiles to see if their email addresses are current and please update these where necessary.

Some of our members have noted that email sent to others on the forum are bouncing back as unrecognised. We appreciate that people change their email providers / addresses over time and don't...

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Please remove me from the list,

Mike
Done.

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10 Nov 2018, 22:01

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M.G. Autos - St.Leonard's on Sea (East Sussex)

by Northern_Mike » 18 Mar 2014, 14:29
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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
Pleiades

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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4 new spheres supplied and fitted, LDS fluid change and labour all for about £300 - quite good I thought and so much so, when I'm paid, I'll also have the rear centres done as well. Also told the cambelt kit including water pump and labour is only going to run to about £300 so I'll most likely have that done with them as well when it's due....

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30 Apr 2015, 16:48
KingAs strut top refurbish

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
Recommended Garages & Services - Locations

by myglaren » 23 Feb 2014, 17:15

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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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Looking at the map I noticed the Bermuda Triangle between Gloucester, St Albans and Nottingham. It's the wasteland of the Midlands. Only modern Citroboxes and Peugeots round here. Strangely not that many Renaults to be seen apart from older Scenics. I do see the odd Xantia and a fellow up the road has a 405 estate which I think maybe up for sale...

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29 Mar 2014, 23:25
Wheel balancing Sticky - Mine is in West London

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, 22:51
Costs of various garage services

by myglaren » 05 Mar 2011, 20:06

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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
Independent Citroen Specialist in Glasgow

by zundapp » 06 Nov 2019, 21:32

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, 21:32
SGG at Dunsfold, Surrey

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

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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
Citroen Servicing/Repairs/Spares in Sussex

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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He’s still around!

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10 Jul 2019, 06:09
Fusion Fabrications, Moreton, Oxfordshire

by Zelandeth » 05 Feb 2019, 23:53

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, 23:53
garage in strichley birmingham

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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20 Dec 2018, 00:43
Steve Dyos - Kingsbridge, South Devon

by Old-Guy » 20 Feb 2018, 18:57

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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20 Feb 2018, 18:57
Mark Lightfoot Ilkeston

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, 14:54
Graeme the hero in Bradford

by Garryg163 » 09 Dec 2015, 20:18

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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

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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, 17:15

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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, 23:41
International and National Car Recovery / Transport

by 2cy » 24 Dec 2016, 11:00

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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, 11:00
Garage or mechanic Se London/Kent

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

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
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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

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, 20:39

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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, 10:58
VMH Autos Lincoln

by rob78 » 08 Mar 2016, 20:47

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, 20:47
Independent MOT's Council Testing Stations

by NewcastleFalcon » 03 Feb 2016, 21:38

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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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When I drove taxis my boss took a taxi for the test, it got failed for something stupid and he proceeded to fall out on the tester big time calling him every profanity known to mankind and then some more. I went down 2 days later with a transit that had the firm's name sign written on the back door. I drove it in over the pit, tester walked up to...

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03 Feb 2016, 23:12
Windscreens

by NewcastleFalcon » 29 Jan 2016, 14:05

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, 14:05
Highly Recommended, anyone in Leeds area

by Xantianut » 02 Mar 2015, 20:16

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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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09 Oct 2015, 12:55
Westroen - manchester

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

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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

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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
KJM Services, Crediton, Mid Devon

by red_dwarfers » 24 Jul 2015, 14:57

I can't personally recommend them as I don't use garages but on several occasions over the last year or two I've seen classic Citroens being worked on so they appear to have time for them and return business.

Four Mills Ln,
Crediton,
Devon
EX17 3BT

01363 776126

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24 Jul 2015, 14:57
Savoy Garage.

by Northern_Mike » 13 Dec 2011, 02:48
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Savoy Garage, Hapton

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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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Another thumbs-up for Malcolm Savoy from me..

Put a new clutch in my C4 VTS, excellent price, genuine parts. Even picked me up from Preston train station this morning on his day off so I could collect it.

Top chap.
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20 Jun 2015, 20:27
Breaker recommendation

by KennyW » 28 May 2015, 15:49

FYI, just received 2nd hand part from

1st choice car spares ltd,Unit 9, Moorfield Drive, Moorfield Ind Est,Altham Lancs

Tel No 01254 386 541 or 01254 233 357 & 07969 563 730.

The service provided was excellent as they were unsure of the part I asked for, they sent photos to confirm and when I informed them it was wrong they asked for a photo,...

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28 May 2015, 15:49
Recommended C5 specialist garage in Oxford area?

by ken.chapman » 21 Apr 2015, 19:47

I'm having the steering rack overhauled on my 2008 X7 C5 and in need of some space in Oxford for a garage to remove it, leave it on a ramp for about 1 week whilst I send the rack off and then refit it along with the power steering pump - anyone got any ideas?

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21 Apr 2015, 19:47
N D Tyres llandudno

by elma » 27 Feb 2015, 16:32

Really happy with ND tyres. Just had mot, 2 tyres fitted and alignment. They were thorough, pleasant and fairly priced at £100 for the lot. I got nice printouts of the wheel alignment and brake test which I like and haven't had before.

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27 Feb 2015, 16:32
Rubbish care....Haskings (Main Dealers) Abingdon Oxon

by Stickyfinger » 26 Feb 2015, 08:40

Haskins (Citroen Dealer) Abingdon, Oxfordshire

Based entirely on what they have done/not done to my car over the years they had it....DO NOT USE

I have found constant BAD workmanship on all jobs done so far......the standards are massively below minimum for cars under warranty and there is no way on this planet that I would pay them anything.
I...

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26 Feb 2015, 08:40
Anyone know somewhere near Wolverhampton?

by Xantianut » 30 Jan 2015, 14:49

Ay up!

Followers of my Blog will know that I had planned to repair my C5 myself. However, weather looks set in for the next month at least and we all know that Citroens have a mind of their own and WILL blow up completely at the most awkward and inopportune moment they can find!

So, can anyone help?

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30 Jan 2015, 14:49
Recommended garage in Walsall

by pete@co.uk » 15 Aug 2011, 10:52

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Hi All i have a great garage to recommend if you live in the Walsall Area He Has Always Given Me A great Service For My Cars His Motto Is Im Not Here To Rip People Off Im here To Make a Living and His Prices are Very Reasonable The Cheapest i have Found in The Area Give Him A Call i think you,ll be pleasantly surprised at the service he provides...

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UPDATE

The Garage Is Still There But Mark As Left A Long Time Ago So I Can No Longer Recommend It

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22 Jan 2015, 17:49
Autotechnics - Edinburgh

by Hunsno1 » 23 Sep 2014, 12:16

I found out about this Garage after my wifes C8 had a cambelt failure in July.

Gavin Gray at Autotechniks offers a great service, collecting the car from anywhere in the country, removing seized injectors and then carrying out the necessary repairs all for a reasonable fixed price.

Great guy and very knowledgeable.

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23 Sep 2014, 12:16
NOT recommended.

by daviemck2006 » 16 Apr 2014, 20:12

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Dunno if this is allowed, if not then a mod can delete. If if North-East Scotland do not use Pedigreed Cars, Forres unless you want to wait for weeks to get stuff done, and be overcharged.

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The service manager knew I was slating them on a public Facebook page and he asked me if I thought that was fair to which I asked him if it was fair to have my car for over 2 weeks before they even looked at it. I also told him that if they had done the job in record time at a decent price I would praise them in public. He replied ok fair enough.

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11 Sep 2014, 19:41
Cosmetic Vehicle Repair (SMART) by Kidmans

by XantiaMan » 02 Jan 2009, 20:22

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A quick plug for my website -

I do cover other areas but this will be reflected by a slightly higher price to cover fuel expenses, but very reasonable of course!

A few of you have seen some jobs i've done in the past, and i am happy to carry out any repairs or answer questions people may have. A discount of 10% for mentioning you are a member...

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Is Gareth still in business as his site appears to no longer work :( and we havent heard from him for a good long time since he moved his activa on and had his mondeo St for a while??!!?
The link in my post still works plus try onclick= window.open(this.href);return false; Gareth has done three cars for me, the quality of his work is first class...

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12 Aug 2014, 20:18
RT Auto Group on eBay for parking sensors

by dnsey » 11 Aug 2014, 17:37

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Recommended source of parking sensors.
Identical to genuine Citroen parts as far as I can tell, at a fraction of the price, and a 10 year warranty.
Very helpful in advising on compatible parts.
They sell other bits too, but I haven't tried them (yet).
No connection, except as a satisfied customer.

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11 Aug 2014, 21:56
Another not recommended

by daviemck2006 » 08 Jul 2014, 14:27

I'm really struggling to find a decent garage since the one I have used for 32 years has closed. How long should it take a proper vat registered independent garage and MOT station to get and fit a radius arm bearing, two track rod ends and a drive shaft boot. In the case of Victoria Transport, Old Gamrie Road, Macduff, never in the case of getting...

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08 Jul 2014, 14:27
NOT Recommended Garage - Rover Fitting Centre, Glasgow...

by DHallworth » 20 Oct 2013, 22:09

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I know this isn't a French Car thing but a lot of people do have cars other then French ones :) and the more people that know about this guy the better!

**Please note these are my findings after having used the Rover Fitting Centre in Glasgow.**

We have a 2002 Freelander V6, which has the 2.5 KV6 engine fitted to it. With only 35,000 miles on...

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Isn't the KV6 the one infamous for blowing head gaskets. I think Rover supplied an upgraded gasket to overcome the problem. I guess Peter didn't use it.

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30 Jun 2014, 22:58
D & S Motors

by Welshy_Pete » 12 May 2014, 23:22

D & S Motors
Hen Lon Parcwr
Ruthin, Denbighshire LL15 1NA
01824 705318

I went to this garage and the man there really good. He has been there for 25 years and know's cars very well.

To be fair he will look at your car for the job that needs doing and tell you how much the job will cost, time to do the job and the price good to.

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12 May 2014, 23:22
MVS

by Smarty2 » 20 May 2013, 07:08

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Just like to point people who live in the Cannock/black country region in the direction of Mobile Vehicle Services in Essington for their servicing and repair needs, I have had extensive dealings with them and have found them to be very professional and they are spec'd to servicing to manufacturers rec's, they have been swapping out my AL4 box atf...

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Thanks for adding the link, once again I can't recommend MVS highly enough, at last a garage I can trust! And all at reasonable pricing compared to Citroen, saved myself hundreds of pounds.

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03 May 2014, 07:22
Garage near Southampton

by Captain Slow » 28 Apr 2014, 20:26

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Having rung Doreys in Sway about having the cambelt changed, and them not knowing what an activa was has made me a bit worried about taking it to them, so I'm looking for recommendations around Southampton please.

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A TCT cambelt is one of the easiest in the whole wide world to do...

I remember the Citroen garage is Sway... Not surprised they've never heard of an Activa though... to a Dealer they're old history now...

According to HowManyLeft, There were 798 Activas registered in 1999, and at the end of 2013 there were 34 on the road, and 46 on SORN....

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29 Apr 2014, 07:32
Replacement diesel stop solenoids

by brianday » 15 Apr 2014, 22:11

The company FLAG makes a range of stop solenoids at exceptionally low prices
The UK agent is Rivoustel
I ordered a 82-1551 suitable to replace the one in my Citroen Berlingo Multispace 1.9D - list price from Peugeot £471 plus VAT
the FLAG one arrived next day for £12 including VAT and postage
see teir website
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15 Apr 2014, 22:11
D J Transmissions, Shrewsbury

by dnsey » 29 Mar 2014, 19:49

A hearty recommendation for this gearbox and clutch specialist.
Friendly, knowledgable and professional service, fast and unbelievably inexpensive.
Replaced my C5 clutch and flywheel for little more than dealer price of the parts alone (quality LUK parts used), in less than five hours.

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29 Mar 2014, 19:49
breakers yard

by citronut » 20 Oct 2012, 19:13

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i found a brilliant breakers yard today in our search for a front hub for my daughters Synergie,
they must be one of the only old fashioned yards left, were you are alowed to climb over and in and out of the cars to take your own bits off,
very reasonably priced i bought two front struts a front hub two 15 5 stud steel wheel rims, and a throttle...

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Our local scrap yard is like that, you can go and take your own bits off. They have a section of cars which you can just rip things off and another section where they like to watch you take things off, though they get bored and leave you to it after a few minutes :lol: I was there today in fact.

wheres this at / cos am gonna need picasso bits...

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23 Feb 2014, 13:35

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