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Services
Opening Times
| Mon | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tues | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thur | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
About Us...
Colin’s Garage is the one stop shop for all repairs in Bude, North Cornwall.
In June 2016 we moved Colin’s Garage from Kilkhampton where we had been based for six and a half years. Colin Stretton teamed up with Steve Townsend, who Colin worked with in Basingstoke, and took over A J Motor Services at Pethericks Mill. They now bring over 50 years of combined expertise to Bude. Colin’s Garage is modern yet built on traditional values and service.
07 Jul 2020
Mr car was waiting for part during lockdown. the receptionist kept me frequently updated as to eta of part and promptly prioritised repair due to time car off road.
07 Jul 2020
Mr car was waiting for part during lockdown. the receptionist kept me frequently updated as to eta of part and promptly prioritised repair due to time car off road.
02 Jul 2020
I have used Colin's garage for a few years now. The service and work carried out has always been to a high standard. The staff have always been friendly and polite. Very adaptable when required. Work always to a high standard.
02 Jul 2020
Being significantly disabled I was fortunate to be directed to Colin's Garage and offered sound advice and arranged collection and return of my car. the staff were courteous and the work was executed satisfactorily. Top Gear!
02 Jul 2020
Very efficient kept me up to date with progress and carried out the repair in one day, Great Service
30 Jun 2020
Work was to be carried out in April. I was phoned as soon as the garage opened. All precautions taken , l found the garage and all the staff helpful and efficient
30 Jun 2020
Fast and efficient work.. Friendly service and helpful
26 Jun 2020
After some very difficult times Colins garage did everything to service my car as required by Kia. Excellent!!
25 Jun 2020
Excellent customer service and a proper job done! Thankyou so much
25 Jun 2020
I was impressed by the way they went out of their way to help me and the speedy resolution of the problems with my car. The bill for the work was also less than I expected so I was very happy
Opening Times
| Mon | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tues | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thur | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
Services
About Us...
Colin’s Garage is the one stop shop for all repairs in Bude, North Cornwall.
In June 2016 we moved Colin’s Garage from Kilkhampton where we had been based for six and a half years. Colin Stretton teamed up with Steve Townsend, who Colin worked with in Basingstoke, and took over A J Motor Services at Pethericks Mill. They now bring over 50 years of combined expertise to Bude. Colin’s Garage is modern yet built on traditional values and service.
Latest customer reviews
09 Jul 2020
This garage is absolutely brilliant nothing was to much bother, very polite staff from the owners to the mechanics nice clean & tidy garage one of the best I've been to.
07 Jul 2020
Mr car was waiting for part during lockdown. the receptionist kept me frequently updated as to eta of part and promptly prioritised repair due to time car off road.
07 Jul 2020
Mr car was waiting for part during lockdown. the receptionist kept me frequently updated as to eta of part and promptly prioritised repair due to time car off road.
02 Jul 2020
I have used Colin's garage for a few years now. The service and work carried out has always been to a high standard. The staff have always been friendly and polite. Very adaptable when required. Work always to a high standard.
02 Jul 2020
Being significantly disabled I was fortunate to be directed to Colin's Garage and offered sound advice and arranged collection and return of my car. the staff were courteous and the work was executed satisfactorily. Top Gear!
02 Jul 2020
Very efficient kept me up to date with progress and carried out the repair in one day, Great Service
30 Jun 2020
Work was to be carried out in April. I was phoned as soon as the garage opened. All precautions taken , l found the garage and all the staff helpful and efficient
30 Jun 2020
Fast and efficient work.. Friendly service and helpful
26 Jun 2020
After some very difficult times Colins garage did everything to service my car as required by Kia. Excellent!!
25 Jun 2020
Excellent customer service and a proper job done! Thankyou so much
25 Jun 2020
I was impressed by the way they went out of their way to help me and the speedy resolution of the problems with my car. The bill for the work was also less than I expected so I was very happy
19 Jun 2020
Colin could have charged me £180 for two new headlamps instead he charges me £20 to polish/clean the existing headlamp lenses so that they were clear and my car could pass its MOT
05 Jun 2020
Excellent service as ever. Wouldn't go anywhere else. Totally puts my mind at rest.
05 Jun 2020
Very good friendly service, fitted me in at very short notice. Will be using again.
21 May 2020
Colin and his wife Maggie are always very courteous and accommodating when booking my car in for service/MOT/or just pop in with a query. Garage is always clean,neat and tidy.
20 May 2020
Very prompt, helpful service.
03 Apr 2020
No unnecessary work - fitted us in despite being busy.
17 Mar 2020
First class service.
05 Mar 2020
Absolutely faultless, great service, no hassles and superb value for money. Would recommend.
05 Mar 2020
Excellent service as always. Great people in this garage.
05 Mar 2020
Colin's garage could not be more helpful. Excellent.
27 Feb 2020
Excellent work, service MOT quick and efficient, very polite . Thank you Colin and Leanne.
25 Feb 2020
Luke & Dave are highly personal & professional. Excellent customer service. 5 Stars. Highly recommend.
29 Jan 2020
Everything explained before & after work done. Good standard of work & completed on time. No nasty shocks with the bill. fantastic place to go for classic car repairs.
27 Jan 2020
Booking appointment was easy. Staff very friendly and efficiently explained the work carried out.
23 Dec 2019
Every time I go to this garage they are polite, helpful and nothing is too much trouble, even down to checking my tyres- thanks.
23 Dec 2019
Quick and friendly staff no hanging about waiting in the office, work done to a high standard on time and verify reasonable rates.
17 Dec 2019
always polite and friendly
16 Dec 2019
Always helpful and work carried out promptly and to a high standard at reasonable cost
16 Dec 2019
Good service again, was able to source an 'awkward part to find',
02 Dec 2019
Car taken in for MOT. Test carried out efficiently and verbal description of advisories given at end of test. Receptionist friendly and helpful.
27 Nov 2019
Always friendly, helpful and fair, would recommend to anyone,
25 Nov 2019
Turned up at this garage with a very poorly running car. Was looked at immediately and diagnosed. Part ordered and car repaired and back on road in afternoon of same day - Wonderful service!!!!
21 Nov 2019
The garage is well organised, consequently works very efficiently. Ensuring that all customers are satisfied with the work done without complaints
18 Nov 2019
The garage is always clean and tidy. The staff are always helpful. They always do a fast clean job. I would not go any where else.
18 Nov 2019
We were on holiday when a valve became faulty. Colin was able to squeeze us in and the job was completed to a very high standard. Thank you very much.
14 Nov 2019
This is the second time I have used this garage and I would recommend it to anyone. The staff are friendly and the service is efficient.
13 Nov 2019
Consistent quality care. Have used this garage for years - Never disappointed.
11 Nov 2019
The work is always of a high standard. The staff are knowledgeable and friendly. They always explain everything in detail before starting the work. Good value for money.
11 Nov 2019
easy to book, kept informed of progress, economical-all with a smile.
11 Nov 2019
Work carried out to a high standard. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Always explain things in detail before carrying out the work.
11 Nov 2019
Consistent excellent care all round.
11 Nov 2019
Always friendly, helpful and fair, would recommend to everyone.
07 Nov 2019
A good old fashioned business able to deal with work on all types of vehicle. very competent and helpful.
07 Nov 2019
Staff very knowledgeable in the older car. Very accommodating after removing the rear springs. They stored the car in the garage whilst the springs were sent to be refurbished. Collected the springs when they were ready. ( I was on holiday). Refitted the springs and kept the vehicle safe until I returned and was able to collect it. Great service and good job done.
06 Nov 2019
We dropped in to Colin's on the off chance that he would be able to help. He certainly was! Service was excellent, all staff were very friendly, and pricing was very competitive too. The car is running perfectly now. Thanks to all at Colin's!
06 Nov 2019
Easy to book in with, keeps in touch about costs and progress and a smile to boot.
29 Oct 2019
Excellent service, quick to respond, prepared to answer questions.
29 Oct 2019
Have always used Colins. Best in the area.
24 Oct 2019
Efficient, friendly and trustworthy
23 Oct 2019
As a new customer. excellent service. Honest quote with no hidden costs. All in all, cheaper than other garages in the area with a better service. I will use this garage from now on.
20 Oct 2019
Knowledgeable on the older car. very friendly staff. very accommodating.
16 Oct 2019
I found the garage very efficient and friendly. the garage is well run & very clean too.
15 Oct 2019
Great service friendly well informed staff
14 Oct 2019
Very good service all round. The text message sent a few weeks before my MOT ran out was a life saver. Great idea. I really like the garage does not round up it's prices for parts. Seeing the odd pence on the invoice makes me smile.
14 Oct 2019
Very good quick service. Always pleasant to deal with.
10 Oct 2019
Fantastic Service as Usual
09 Oct 2019
Very good and would use again.
09 Oct 2019
Very good and would use again.
08 Oct 2019
Great service. Text messaging me when the mot is due is definitely a plus. I really like that you don't round up the prices for parts. Seeing the odd pence makes me smile. Thank you.
03 Oct 2019
Always helpful with our everyday car and our old classic
30 Sep 2019
Excellent. I have been using Colin's garage for some time and they have always proved to be polite, efficient and capable. Also importantly very fair.
30 Sep 2019
Excellent service. Car was ready prior to the stated date. New exhaust was fitted.
27 Sep 2019
No complaints, they are honest and reliable. Good service.
27 Sep 2019
Always provide a friendly efficient service.
24 Sep 2019
First visit for MOT. Superb reception/ Booking. If needed an offer of transport me home whilst car was being MOT'd. Quick, efficient MOT. Will certainly make it my regular garage.
24 Sep 2019
Needed car fixings fast. They fixed it fast for its MOT. Very happy.
19 Sep 2019
Very good
19 Sep 2019
Very satisfied with the service and the work carried out.
19 Sep 2019
Excellent service and very good value, excellent cups of coffee
19 Sep 2019
Garage was most helpful following a breakdown. Repair was carried out promptly, as per estimate
13 Sep 2019
First time I've used this garage. They rang me regarding progress on my MOT and again for consent to do some work and order parts. Staff were friendly too.
05 Sep 2019
Colin's garage has given us excellent service for approx. 10 years - always reliable and trustworthy.
04 Sep 2019
All staff were very friendly and helpful. The mechanics did an excellent job and even mended a couple of things for no charge.
04 Sep 2019
Friendly, fast, efficient and fair priced.
04 Sep 2019
Most obliging- feel safe leaving vehicle with keys prior to service. Confident that garage servicing ensures car is fit for purpose.
23 Aug 2019
The garage dealt with my enquiry in a friendly and professional manner. Repairing my car fully within a few hours. I highly recommend this garage and will definitely use it in the future. Thanks guys.
23 Aug 2019
Superb garage, very helpful and not expensive.
21 Aug 2019
We had our boot fixed while on holiday and the team were very helpful. the service was excellent and the price very reasonable - thank you!
15 Aug 2019
Very prompt & helpful. Kept me informed at all times.
13 Aug 2019
Electrical problem on testing. Examined and determined no fault with car wiring but fault in lighting board. No charge for time and effort. When other garages could not make time to investigate the problem Coilin's were obliging, courteous and helpful from start to finish. Thank you for a job well done.
12 Aug 2019
Friendly and efficient.
12 Aug 2019
All staff offered smiles and courtesy. Especially Leanne who was personable and friendly. A five star experience.
20 Jul 2019
Very impressed. Luke very helpful and explained things very well including cost. Will definitely use again
10 Jul 2019
We found Luke very helpful and explained everything very well. Very impressed with service we received.
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