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Car Servicing in Kingsbridge

Welcome to our Kingsbridge Car Service centre located on Union Rd, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1EQ.

Keeping your vehicle in good condition starts with regular servicing. At Elite Garages Kingsbridge, we provide professional car servicing in Kingsbridge, helping you maintain performance, reliability, and safety throughout the year.

This Kingsbridge site has provided routine vehicle maintenance for many years. Previously operating as an ATS Euromaster location, it is now part of the Elite Garages family, with continuity in the team and improved support behind the scenes.

Whether your vehicle needs a routine check or a more comprehensive service, our team will carry out the work carefully and explain everything clearly, so you always know exactly what your car needs.

Regular servicing is one of the best ways to keep your vehicle reliable, improve fuel efficiency, and ensure it remains safe to drive all year round. At our Kingsbridge garage, our technicians follow manufacturer guidelines and use original matching-quality parts, offering a high standard of care without main dealer pricing.

Professional Car Servicing Kingsbridge Drivers Rely On

Elite Garages is a family-run automotive business with over 60 years of experience. Across our network, we continue to invest in technician training, modern workshop equipment, and customer care to ensure drivers receive a reliable and straightforward service.

At our Kingsbridge branch, that approach is reflected in everything we do, including:

  • Servicing carried out to manufacturer standards
  • Clear and competitive pricing
  • Original matching-quality replacement parts
  • Friendly, knowledgeable technicians
  • Service options tailored to your vehicle

As long as your vehicle is serviced in line with the manufacturer’s schedule, your warranty remains protected, which our team always takes into account.

Car Servicing in Kingsbridge for All Makes and Models

Regular servicing helps keep your vehicle running efficiently while allowing potential issues to be identified early, before they develop into more costly repairs.

A well-maintained engine performs more reliably, lasts longer, and supports the safety of key systems such as brakes, suspension, and steering.

At Elite Garages Kingsbridge, we service vehicles from all major manufacturers, including petrol, diesel, hybrid, and electric models.

Audi Jaguar Mazda
Mercedes Jeep Mitsubishi
Bentley Honda Mini
BMW Kia Nissan
Citroen Land Rover Peugeot
Ford Lexus Renault
Fiat Skoda Volvo
Seat Toyota Volkwagen
Suzuki Vauxhall

 

 

Signs Your Car May Need Servicing

Even if your vehicle is not due a scheduled service, there are signs that it may need attention:

  • Warning lights on the dashboard
  • Unusual noises or vibrations
  • Reduced fuel efficiency
  • Difficulty starting
  • Poor performance

If you notice any of these, it is worth booking a check to prevent further issues. Service intervals vary depending on the vehicle manufacturer and how the car is used. Most vehicles follow one of two service schedules.

Why Regular Car Servicing Matters

Routine servicing helps to:

  • Maintain engine performance
  • Improve fuel efficiency
  • Extend the lifespan of your vehicle
  • Reduce the risk of unexpected repairs
  • Support vehicle safety

Keeping up with servicing also helps protect the long-term value of your car. Your vehicle handbook will confirm which servicing schedule applies. If you’re unsure, our Kingsbridge technicians will be happy to advise.

What’s included in a vehicle service at Elite Garages Kingsbridge?

What’s included in a vehicle service depends on your car’s age, mileage, and manufacturer guidelines.

That said, a typical car service at our Kingsbridge garage may include:

  • Engine oil and oil filter replacement
  • Spark plug replacement where required
  • Cabin and air filter checks or replacement
  • Inspection of brake fluid, coolant, and other essential fluids
  • Checks for leaks, wear, and safety-related concerns
  • Inspection of tyres, brakes, and suspension components

If our technicians identify anything that needs attention, we will always contact you first. No additional work is carried out without your approval, and any replaced parts can be kept for your inspection if requested.

Car Service Options Available in Kingsbridge

At Elite Garages Kingsbridge, we offe different levels of servicing to suit your vehicle, usage, and maintenance schedule.

  • Bronze Service (Interim): Ideal for vehicles that need an additional check between annual services, helping to maintain performance and safety.
  • Silver Service (Full Service): A more comprehensive service, typically recommended once a year for most vehicles.
  • Gold Service (Major Service): A detailed service covering additional maintenance items, based on mileage and manufacturer recommendations.

If you require a specific component check such as brake inspection, please see our Brake Service page.

DESCRIPTION Bronze – Lubricant service + health check Silver – 12,000 miles / 12 months Gold – 24,000 miles / 24 months
LIGHTS AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1:  Check operation of exterior lights ✔ ✔ ✔
2:  Check headlight alignment ✔
3:  Check rear reflectors ✔ ✔
4:  Check operation of instrument warning lamps ✔ ✔ ✔
5:  Check illumination of dash and heater control lamps ✔ ✔
6:  Check battery condition and connections ✔ ✔ ✔
7:  Check horn ✔ ✔ ✔
INTERNAL / VISION
8:  Test / advise alternator output and security ✔
9:  Check door / bonnet lock operation and lubricate locks, hinges and catches ✔ ✔
10:  Check windscreen wiper and washer condition and operation ✔ ✔ ✔
11:  Top up windscreen washer reservoir with additive if required ✔ ✔ ✔
12:  Check / advise pollen filter condition, replace if necessary* ✔ ✔
13:  Check air conditioning system / temperature if applicable ✔ ✔
ENGINE
14:  Drain engine oil and refill* ✔ ✔ ✔
15:  Replace oil filter ✔ ✔ ✔
16:  Replace air filter ✔ ✔
17:  Replace fuel filter (if fitted and external from fuel tank) ✔
18:  Check / advise general oil leaks ✔ ✔ ✔
19:  Check / advise coolant level and antifreeze strength ✔ ✔ ✔
20:  Top up antifreeze if required ✔ ✔
21:  Check coolant hoses for leaks and condition, incl. header tank ✔ ✔ ✔
22:  Check condition and tension of auxiliary drive belts (excl. timing belt) ✔ ✔
23:  Spark plugs changed according to mileage* ✔
24:  Check / clean HT leads and components (if fitted) ✔ ✔
25:  Visual check of fuel system (incl. tank and cap) ✔ ✔
26:  Check timing belt replacement interval & report if due according to mileage / age ✔ ✔ ✔
BRAKES
27: Check brake servo operation ✔ ✔ ✔
28: Check / advise brake fluid level and boiling point ✔ ✔ ✔
29: Top up brake fluid if required ✔ ✔ ✔
30: Visual check of brake pads for wear or damage ✔ ✔ ✔
31: Visual check of brake calipers for leaks and security ✔ ✔ ✔
32: Visual check of brake discs, shoes and cylinders for wear or damage ✔ ✔ ✔
33: Visual check of brake pipes and hoses ✔ ✔ ✔
34: Check operation of handbrake ✔ ✔ ✔
35: Check security of handbrake linkages and travel and adjust if required ✔ ✔
STEERING / SUSPENSION
36: Check condition of road springs ✔ ✔ ✔
37:  Check power steering fluid reservoir ✔ ✔ ✔
38:  Check steering / suspension components for wear and corrosion ✔ ✔ ✔
39:  Check steering rack gaiters condition ✔ ✔
40:  Check shock absorber condition and mounting, report any leaks ✔ ✔
41:  Check wheel bearings for excessive play or noise ✔ ✔
DRIVE SYSTEM
42:  Check drive shaft gaiters for security and report any leaks ✔ ✔
43:  Check gear box fluid level manual / automatic differential (if applicable) ✔ ✔
44:  Check / adjust clutch operation ✔ ✔ ✔
45:  Check for transmission oil leaks ✔ ✔ ✔
46:  Check condition of clutch cable (where visible) ✔ ✔ ✔
47: Full car fault code read ✔
EXHAUST
48: Check / advise condition of exhaust and mountings ✔ ✔ ✔
49: Check / report on additive levels for Diesel vehicles (where applicable) ✔ ✔
TYRES / WHEELS
50: Check tyre condition and tread depth (incl. spare) ✔ ✔ ✔
51: Check / adjust tyre pressures (incl. spare) ✔ ✔ ✔
52: Remove all road wheels and check flanges and mountings ✔
53: Check wheel nut torque to manufacturer’s specification ✔ ✔ ✔
54: Expiry date for the puncture repair cannister (where applicable) ✔ ✔ ✔
FINAL RE-SET / SERVICE BOOK
55: Carry out engine management system scan ✔ ✔
56: Reset vehicle service light where applicable ✔ ✔ ✔
57: Reset Oil quality counter (Diesel vehicles) ✔ ✔ ✔
58: Stamp service book ✔ ✔ ✔

* Additional charges will apply should the vehicle require a pollen filter, special or synthetic oils, platinum or multi-electrode spark plugs.

*Note – Additional service operations may be required for your vehicle make/model and will be an added charge
*Note – Stamp service book as per Elite Service Manual
*Note – WHAT IS A CAMBELT AND WHY DOES IT NEED REPLACING?

Things to Do in Kingsbridge While Waiting for Your Car Service

If you prefer to leave your car with us while servicing is carried out, there are several places around Kingsbridge where you can spend some time.