Rob French's Auto Services

It's that time of year to put my car in for it's M.O.T. I drive on average three times a week and take a decent journey about once a fortnight, I check the oil and the wheels once a month. I'm no home mechanic but I keep my car in good condition considering I have no garage. That hasn't stopped past M.O.T bills being through the roof. Each time I'd taken my car to one particular national chain, because I'd seen the name around, they were open at fairly convenient times and have nice shiny signs and receptions. Nobody had recommended them, I'd just assumed they'd be good. Each bill I had been given, I just found myself with that feeling of "I'm being Ripped-Off". I don't think it was the case completely, I'm not that bitter, but I just thought sometimes that particular charges had been a little over the top. I would say that the chain garage is often chosen for convenience, consumers want their car serviced in their time and they simply don't know where else to go.

So with "I Buy Newcastle" in mind I asked around, one business owner I spoke with directed me to French Auto Services behind Westgate Road (the road with all the motorcycle shops). He was a very interesting man who'd lived and worked in Newcastle all his life, I couldn't help but completely trust this man. I called up and booked in my car for a basic Service and M.O.T appointment the next day.

It wasn't too hard to find, the garage is on 93 Corporation Street (see location tag below). It is a simple garage, no frills. I don't want a latte while I wait, so I don't have a problem with it. I was met by Rob Whittaker the owner and he came off as friendly, hard working and professional, he took my keys and off I went. I called up later that day and my car was ready to collect. The car was serviced and went through it's M.O.T fine and the total was £121. A very fair price for what I felt was a fair job. I felt treated fairly, I wasn't patronized or given any jargon, I drove away happy and I'll be recommending French Auto Services to anyone who asks.

Open Monday til Friday 8am-5pm.

http://www.frenchautoservices.co.uk/

Call 0191-232-1541