WESTERLEIGH CAR CENTRE LIMITED

Business Description

We have been trading since 1989 starting in Westerleigh and operating for 15 years there. We moved to Downend Bristol in 2004, purchasing our own premises offering a larger workshop and showroom for vehicle sales. The company offers high quality services on today’s modern vehicles. We have become one of the largest independent garages in Bristol.

We have a workshop with 7 ramps and some of the best equipment available to the garage industry. We aim to provide top quality service and commitment to our customers, whether it be fleet or private vehicles, we follow the Motor Industry code of practice our subscriber number is 5383.

All work is guaranteed to be of the highest possible standard and comes with a 6 month or 6000 miles Labour Warranty. All parts carry a minimum 12 Months or 12000 miles Warranty. All Unipart parts fitted have a nationwide warranty through the network of Unipart Service Centres.

We carry a range of quality used vehicles from £3500 to £10,000. All vehicles have a new mot (if less than six months remaining) and have a warranty on the purchase Extended warranties can be taken up on the car. Cars also have a full pre-delivery inspection before leaving the workshop.

Oening times for workshops
Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:30pm
Saturday 8:00am to 12:00pm
Opening times for Vehicle Sales
Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5.30pm
Saturday 8:00am to 4:00pm
Sunday 10:00am to 4:00pm

Business Services
Car Air Conditioning 85% of all new vehicles now come with air conditioning as standard. As with most mechanical parts these systems need regular checks and servicing.

Car Servicing,We provide interim services for the high mileage car user to a full service that covers all areas of essential maintenance so that you can enjoy trouble free motoring and ...
Car Servicing details.

Engine Management,We use the very latest engine tuning equipment to diagnose and fix the most complex cars and modern models. Using tools from Autodiagnos,and Nextech,Vag .com.

Fleet maintenance We have the capacity and expertise to take on fleet maintenance work. Call us now to find out more. Currently we carry out in excess of £100.000 of fleet work.

MOT Testing bays,Our two fully licensed MOT test lanes use the latest ATL BAYS giving us the ability to test all makes and models of petrol and diesel cars, LCV,Minibuses,Camper vans,Motor Homes upto 5000kg.

Wheel Alignment,WESTERLEIGH CAR CENTRE HAVE THE VERY LATEST HOFMANN 3D WHEEL ALIGNMENT ANALYSER with a dedicated Alignment free floating bay. The 3D geo-aligner series use the latest camera technology.

24 hour vehicle recovery,Westerleigh Car Centre offer a recovery service,If you vehicle breaks down, we can come and collect your vehicle - day or night. Please contact us for recovery-prices.

Alloy Wheels Refurbishment,We offer services to restore your alloy wheels, using advanced techniques to restore and repair your alloys.

Brakes / Shock Absorbers,We offer high quality brakes and suspension parts to keep your vehicle in a safe and roadworthy condition.

Car Batteries,We offer high specification, quality Uni-part batteries with three or four year warranty. Ask one of the team for advice as to which type would best suit your needs.

Car Body repairs
We can repair body damage such as dents, scratches, bumper scrapes and more. Please bring your vehicle in for a quote.

Car collection and delivery,Dropping off and collecting your car is not always convenient. Contact us to find out if we can pick your car up to repair it - or drop it off afterwards.

Car Exhausts,An under performing exhaust system can result in reduced efficiency and power loss, and can lead to other problems for your car. Come in for a check..

Car Gearbox repairs,Whether your gearbox needs, maintenance, repair or replacement - it's important that they are in good working order, for safety and performance. We offer repairs,reconditioned Car Gearbox.

Car Repairs,Inside the engine or inside the cabin, we're here to help you solve your car problems. Call us now. We offer high quality servicing,repairs, and specialist services.

Car Safety Checks,We provide a number of checks ensuring your car is in the best physical condition. The best form of preventative breakdown is to have your vehicle checked by the professionals.

Car Tyres,We stock a selection of tyres to meet your needs and budget! We carry a range of tyres that covers 85% of the vehicle market. We are as competitive as fast fit centers.

Car Valeting,In addition to attending to the mechanical needs of your car, we can also give it a valet too. interior valet. external valet. full valet. We use Autoglym products.

Car Welding,We have all the necessary welding equipment to undertake body repair work. Ask one of our team for advice. All welding carried out will meet current mot standards.Car

Cheap car tyres,We stock a selection of tyres to meet your needs and budget! Our stock covers 85% of the vehicle market,our prices are as competitive as any fast fit centre. Please ring for a price.

Classic Car Service,Contact us if you have a classic car and need some repairs or maintenance.

Clutch replacement,Your clutch enables you to connect and control the power of the engine to your gearbox - and then to create motion. It's essential that it is working correctly.

Engine Diagnostics,Using tools from Autodiagnos,Nextech,Vag-Com, we are able to deal with 90% of vehicles in the market place, Effective fault diagnostics enables us to quickly identify most faults.

Fuel contamination drain off facility,Fuel contamination can be very expensive. To avoid replacement of parts in their thousands call us and we will look after you from the collection of your vehicle to the removal of the fuel.

Mechanical Repairs,We're here to help with your enquiries,we will advise, you on the best approach to fix any problem whether big or small. Please contact us,we will be more than happy to help.

Motorhome MOT and repairs carried out in house,Make sure that nothing mechanical gets in the way of a good motor-home trip. Bring in your Motor-home for MOT, repairs, maintenance and service.

Vehicle recovery,If you break down, we can come and collect your vehicle. We offer a full recovery service,please contact us for a price and availability.

Wheel Balancing,If your wheels are not balanced correctly you may experience vibrations in the steering wheel, seat or floorboards. You may also suffer unnecessary and inconsistent tyre wear.

Business Qualifications
Westerleigh Car Centre are Motor Codes Approved,OFT Approved,We are a VOSA approved MOT Test Station offering two test lanes for cars,commercial vans upto 3500kg,Minibuses,Motor Homes,Camper vans.
As a Unipart Car Care Centre all work carried out here has a national warranty for parts and labour.

Business Staff & Management
Neil Skuse
(Managing Director)

The company started trading in 1989 in Westerleigh Bristol, The company expanded very quickly to become a major and highly respected company in fourteen years at Westerleigh,Our services were very quickly taken up by large fleet companies,Local Business and a on going increase in general public.
2004 was a iconic year as far as the business was concerned, We moved to Downend Bristol investing a six figure sum purchasing our current premises,These premises give our existing customers, and new customers better access to the companies services in a more prominent position. As a business we doubled turnover in three years of moving.
The company is Motor Codes approved id no 5383,we are OFT approved.Hopefully this shows to existing and new customers that they are in safe hands when having their car or van serviced or repaired at Westerleigh Car Centre.


Marianne Skuse
(Director / Company Secretary)

Marianne has had extensive experience in administration, Office Environments, Customer service rolls. Also in training new recruitment of staff for major companies in the Bristol area

Stuart Moore
(General Manager)

Stuart started out with a large Renault Dealership from school,working his way up through the ranks with in the dealership,having dealings with cars and commercial vehicles. After Thirteen years,it was time to move on,The general managers position became available here at Westerleigh Car Centre and it was a position he wanted. Stuart is the general manager here at Westerleigh Car Centre,however he is hands on in the day to day workshop, carrying out MOTs,Diagnostics,Servicing etc.
Level 1,2,3 NVQ
Mot Tester class 111.1V and V11
Certificate of Management [1997]
Heath & Safety; Abrasive wheels [Nov 2009]
Air Conditioning Refrigeration course [2010]
AMIMI Certified Automotive Engineer [Sept 1999]


ADRIAN ATTIWELL
(Vehicle Technician/MOT Tester)

Qualifications
MOT TESTER 111,1V AND V11
RTITB GRADE B LIGHT AND HEAVY VEHICLE REPAIR SKILLS 17/4/1989
RTITB GRADE A SERVICING 17/8/1989
RTITB GRADE A BRAKE SYSTEMS AND BRAKE PIPES 12/3/1990
RTITB EXHAUST SYSTEMS 12/3/1989
RTITB VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS,STARTER CIRCUITS 12/3/1990
CITY AND GUILDS PART ONE JUNE 1989
CITY AND GUILDS PART TWO DECEMBER 1991
RMITP MOT AND STEERING AND BRAKES 1/11/1994
SOUNDWELL COLLEGE FUEL INJECTION ENGINE MANAGEMENT 1999

Daniel Fisher
(Technician/Mot Tester)

Dan previous to his employment with this company worked for a small garage in Bristol learning his trade, and gaining his NVQ Level 1, 2, 3. Dan has been with the company for a considerable time.He is a important member of our workshop staff.

Qualifications
NVQ Level 1,2,3
Mot Tester class 111.1V and V11

Matthew Brock
(Apprentice [NVQ level 1,2 gained])

Matt Brock has come straight from school and will be working to gain NVQ level 1, 2, 3 Matt has a bright future with this company; he is carrying out duties to a very high standard. Matt has passed his NVQ Level 1,2 and is traing to gain his NVQ Level 3 at present.

Qualifications
NVQ Level 1,2
Intermediate Appreticeship in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Light Vehicle.

Peter Stowe
(Service reception,Vehicle Sales)

Peter has worked in this industry for the majority of his working life, On leaving school, He was offered a apprentice with the AA for whom he worked for Ten years, His next step was to become involved in Bodywork repairs on Cars and Light Commercial Vehicles, Peter had worked for one of Bristol largest hire companies keeping their Vehicles on the road for over Twenty years. Peter can be found on service reception or in the showroom where he will gladly help you with your next vehicle purchase.

Qualifications
CITY & GUILDS LEVEL 1






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Business Clients
Westerleigh Car Centre over the 20 plus years in business have carried out Business with major fleet operators,Large companies with large fleets,and local business in Bristol that maintain their own Vehicles in house.
We have a extensive and very loyal retail database that has returned to the garage for many years.
Please look at our ratings on www.motorcodes.co.uk.

Business Memberships
MOTORCODES,OFT APPROVED,VOSA,UNIPART,DELPHI