If your car won't start or isn't safe to drive, we'll arrange collection across Welling, Bexley and the surrounding Kent and South East London area.
Collection is included with engine rebuilds and reconditioning. Call the workshop and we'll get your vehicle in.
When you shouldn't drive it
Some faults are worth risking a short drive to the garage. Several are not. A red oil pressure light, an engine that has overheated, knocking from the bottom end, or a snapped timing belt all mean the damage gets rapidly worse with every further revolution. If you're unsure, call us and describe what's happening before you set off — a five-minute conversation can be the difference between a repair and a replacement engine.
How collection works
Call the workshop and we'll arrange to collect the vehicle from home, work or the roadside across our coverage area. We'll agree a time that suits, and once the car is with us we diagnose it and come back to you with a fixed price before any work begins. When the job is finished, we return the vehicle to you.
Where we cover
We collect across Welling, Bexley, Bexleyheath, Sidcup and Eltham, and the wider Kent and South East London area — broadly the DA and SE postcodes. If you're outside that, call and ask; we'll tell you straight whether we can help or point you elsewhere.
What it costs
Collection is included as part of the job on engine rebuilds and reconditioning. For other work, it depends on distance and we'll quote you plainly when you call. Either way you'll know the figure before we set off.
How we do it, step by step
- 01
Call the workshop
Describe the fault and where the vehicle is. We'll advise whether it's safe to drive.
- 02
Arrange collection
We agree a time and collect from home, work or the roadside.
- 03
Diagnose and quote
The vehicle is assessed and you get a fixed price before any work starts.
- 04
Return
Once the work is complete we return the vehicle to you.
What affects the price
- ›Included at no extra cost with engine rebuilds and reconditioning
- ›Distance from the workshop for other work
- ›Whether the vehicle rolls and steers or needs specialist lifting
Typical turnaround: Arranged around you, usually same or next day
Warranty: Collection is included with engine rebuilds and reconditioning.
Rebuild, reconditioned or replacement — which is right?
The cheapest route depends on your engine. Here's how the three options compare — we'll advise honestly once we've seen it.
| Option | Typical price | Time | Best when |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine rebuild | From £1,200 | 2–4 days | The block is sound and you want to keep your original engine |
| Reconditioned engine | From £900 | 2–5 days | Your engine is beyond economical repair |
| Engine replacement | On quote | 1–3 days | You need the fastest route back on the road |
Prices are indicative starting points. We confirm one fixed price before any work begins.
Frequently asked questions
Do you charge for collection?
Collection is included with engine rebuilds and reconditioning. For other work, call us and we'll advise.
How far do you cover?
We cover Welling, Bexley, Bexleyheath, Sidcup and the surrounding Kent and South East London area.
How do I arrange it?
Call the workshop on 020 8106 1337 and we'll schedule collection around you.
Should I drive it or call you?
If you have a red oil light, the engine has overheated, there's knocking from the bottom end, or a belt has snapped — don't drive it. Call and describe what's happening and we'll advise.
How quickly can you collect?
Usually the same or next day depending on workload. Call the workshop and we'll give you a realistic time rather than a vague one.
Do you collect from the roadside?
Yes — home, work or roadside across our coverage area.
Will you bring the car back afterwards?
Yes, we return the vehicle to you once the work is finished.
What if I'm outside your area?
Call and ask. We'll tell you straight whether we can help or point you towards someone who can.