Car Service Weston-super-Mare
Welcome to our Car Service Weston-super-Mare centre located at West Howe.
Regular car servicing plays a vital role in keeping your vehicle safe, reliable and running efficiently. At Elite Garages Weston-super-Mare, our experienced technicians carry out professional vehicle servicing to manufacturer specifications, helping extend the life of your car while avoiding unnecessary dealership costs.
Many customers choose to combine their car service with an MOT, making maintenance more convenient and cost-effective.
Trusted Local Car Service Centre
When you book car servicing in Weston-super-Mare with Elite Garages, you can expect a professional, friendly experience backed by more than 60 years of industry knowledge. Every Elite branch operates to the same high standards, with strong management oversight and ongoing investment in staff training, equipment and customer care.
As a family-run business overseen by the Whittemore family, Elite Garages focuses on long-term relationships, honest advice and quality workmanship; not upselling or unnecessary repairs.
Our Weston-super-Mare service centre is located on Aisecome Way, Weston-super-Mare, BS22 8NA, in an easily accessible area with ample customer parking and modern service facilities. The location is ideal for local drivers as well as commuters travelling through the area.
We Service All Major Makes and Models
Elite Garages Weston-super-Mare services most petrol, diesel, hybrid and EV vehicles, including (but not limited to):
Audi, BMW, Ford, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Vauxhall, Toyota, Nissan, Kia, Hyundai, Peugeot, Renault, Volvo, Skoda, SEAT, Honda, Mazda, Lexus, Land Rover and MINI.
If you’re unsure whether we service your vehicle, just ask our team who will be happy to help.
| 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 |
Regular car servicing is essential for maintaining performance, safety and reliability. While many drivers still return to main dealers, European legislation allows you to have your vehicle serviced at an independent garage without affecting your warranty, as long as the work follows the manufacturer’s service schedule and uses parts of equivalent quality.
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Manufacturer-Approved Servicing
Routine servicing carried out in line with the manufacturer’s schedule is essential for maintaining engine health and protecting your vehicle’s warranty. European legislation allows you to service your car at an independent garage without invalidating your warranty, provided the correct procedures and parts are used.
At Elite Garages Weston-super-Mare, we:
- follow manufacturer service schedules
- use OEM or manufacturer-approved quality parts
- record all work correctly for warranty purposes
This gives you peace of mind without the main-dealer price tag.
How Often Should You Service Your Car?
Service intervals depend on your vehicle and how it’s driven. Most cars follow one of two schedules:
Fixed-Interval Servicing
Typically required every 12 months or 12,000 miles (whichever comes first). This suits lower-mileage drivers and vehicles used mainly for shorter journeys.
Variable (Long-Life) Servicing
Used on some modern vehicles, where onboard sensors monitor driving conditions and alert you when servicing is needed. This often suits higher-mileage drivers covering longer distances.
Your service book or onboard system will confirm which applies to your car.
What’s Included in a Car Service at Elite Garages?
The type of service may depend on vehicle age and service level, but usually includes:
- engine oil and oil filter replacement
- inspection of brakes, tyres and suspension
- fluid level checks and top-ups
- safety-critical checks
Some services may also include spark plugs, brake fluid, coolant or other manufacturer-specified items.
If we identify anything that needs attention, we’ll contact you first with a clear explanation and no-obligation quote. No work is carried out without your approval, and removed parts can be retained for inspection if requested.
Our custom car service packages include all the necessary checks you’d expect from a dealership. They are Bronze Service (Interim), Silver Service (Premium) and Gold Service (Major).
| 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?
Just need your car brakes checked? See our Brake Service page.
If you only need to check your brakes, see our Brake Service page
If you plan to stay local while visiting our car service Weston-super-Mare centre (rather than just leaving it with us and we’ll contact you when it’s ready to pick up), there are plenty of places to grab a bite to eat nearby, including:
- West Howe Fish and Chips – just the other side of Ringwood Road
- Pizza Delight – 926 Ringwood Road, Weston-super-Mare
- or for Good service and a good choice of meats and vegetarian foods hot drinks and cooked breakfasts why not try Rolled Up a couple of doors away