Mechanic needed in SW London

[vanhatter]

Hi all,

I've seen several posts discussing mechanics in London, but couldn't find any recommendations for any based in the SW. I'm being a little bit fussy with this as my van has a failed MOT and I don't want to drive it any further than I have too.

I'm based in Twickenham. If anyone knows of a decent and honest mechanic who knows their way round a T25, either by direct experience or word of mouth, I'd really appreciate a heads up ☺

Thanks in advance!

[MidLifeCrisis]

Not sure how far you are prepared to travel but I've had very good experience with Farnborough VW Centre (in Farnborough, obviously!)
http://www.thevwcentre.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[vanhatter]

Thanks MidLifeCrisis. Ideally I'd pootle over there myself to keep costs down, but I'd consider arranging for my van to be towed / picked up if the place was really good.
I'll definitely keep it in mind!

[vanhatter]

I've just seen a post on another forum about these guys http://www.hestonvw.co.uk" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Has anyone had any experience with them?

[keytouch]

What are the failures on the MOT? Some people are quite local and may be able to help out

[vanhatter]

HI keytouch,

they are:

MOT failures 1 of 2.jpg

MOT failures 2 of 2.jpg

and the advisorys:

MOT advisorys.jpg

I got the impression for the guy who did it at F1 that he wasn't keen on old VWs and was overly critical, but what can you do?

Cheers!

[MartinR]

I use Farnborough VW Centre for all the bits of work I don't fancy doing on both my t25 and the wife's t4. Always found Andy very helpful and happy to talk you through the options, and the fact that I keep going back says it all about the satisfaction I've had with the work done there.

Martin