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The benefits of using a recommended independent garage

Aug 01, 2019

Your car needs servicing but does it need to go to a main dealer? What’s the alternative? What are the benefits of using a recommended independent garage?

Your car needs servicing but does it need to go to a main dealer? What’s the alternative? What are the benefits of using a recommended independent garage? M&BM Motors garage in Grays Thurrock Esses

If you look after your car, it stands to reason that you are less likely to have to deal with expensive repair bills down the line. This is why regular servicing is so important – an annual service and maintenance checks in-between will help to keep your car in optimum condition and retain a higher resale value.


A lot of people – particularly if they have a new car – will automatically take their vehicle to a main dealer. Yet with higher overheads and a larger staff, they are often an expensive choice when it comes to servicing and repairs. So what is the alternative? What are the benefits of using a recommended independent garage?

The benefits of using a recommended independent garage

Here are just a few of the benefits of using a recommended independent garage for your next service:


  • Convenience
  • Usually cheaper
  • Local knowledge
  • Personal service
  • Reputation


Choosing a local garage means that you can ask customers living in the same area about their own experiences. The staff who work there are likely to be the owners or long-standing employees, who will live locally, have a bigger stake in the business, and as such, offer a more personal approach.

M&BM Motors – testimonials you can trust

Here at M&BM Motors in Basildon, we are proud of our reputation for high quality servicing and repairs, and our professional yet personal approach. We are delighted that almost 50 of our regular customers have shared their recommendations, giving us a 5 out of 5 rating.


But don’t take our word for it! Recent reviews include:


“My experience with this garage was just brilliant. They couldn’t be more helpful if they tried. Thanks for all your help M&BM Motors.”

M Rowlands 󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿


“For 2 years I have brought 4 cars and all of the work on them was better than expected. The staff are friendly and will help you with all they can do for your vehicle or answer any questions.”

Vi D


“Always brilliant service here. I have used M&BM a few times now, and each time they have been great. Reasonable prices, and never rip me off like some others. Would highly recommend.”

S Drake


“Great friendly service, where the owner took time out to explain the cause of my fault, the work involved to repair and provided my with aftercare advice. I drove away with confidence in the workmanship carried out, I was overwhelmed by the competitive pricing options they suggested. Would highly recommend.”

D Freeman


“Best garage i know, sorted out my car, my wife’s car and my sister-in-law’s, advice is always spot on and they tell you how it is, very cost effective – highly recommend.”

C Shotter


Click here to read all our independent testimonials.


Don’t spend more than you have to with a main dealer – don’t take a chance with an unknown local garage. Call M&BM Motors today on 01375 379401 and become another one of our satisfied customers.


We hope you found our article ‘The benefits of using a recommended independent garage’ of interest.

Vic Knight instructor at Gas Training & Assessment - gas courses in Basildon, Essex
Mark Page | M&BM Motors, Grays, Essex

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