garagebasingstoke.co.uk Reviews 76

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly and professional. This my third Volvo which I have entrusted to their care. Up to date diagnostic equipment and a dedicated team. Best place to go. Jocelyn Penn-Bull

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I've been using this garage for well over 20 years, mainly for our Volvo but also other vehicles. I always get honest, trustworthy advice and never sold anything I don't need. Good service fairly... See more

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Great service with their vast experience, these guys keep my 21 and 23 year old V70 Volvo diesel estates in the best tune where other garages have failed, Well worth the trip from Reading in Berkshire... See more

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First time using Martin Matthewson and it was a good experience from start to finish, called to update me on additional things that would be required soon and if I wanted them. Price was as quoted an... See more

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  1. Auto Repair Shop
  2. Auto Air Conditioning Service
  3. Car Repair and Maintenance
  4. Mechanic
  5. Tuning Automobile
  6. Wheel Alignment Service

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Vehicle servicing & repairs for all makes and models of cars - VOLVO & NISSAN specialists. We also offer MOTs, expert diagnostics, engine retuning, Terraclean Services and so much more. Since we started in Basingstoke, Hants, way back in 1991 as independent specialists, we’ve built an enviable reputation for good quality services at the right price. We are a reliable alternative to the Main Dealers, and the majority of our customers return to us year upon year for all their vehicle maintenance requirements.


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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After a decade or more of servicing and…

After a decade or more of servicing and repair work the level of customer service and reliability has never faultered.Would go nowhere else.

February 24, 2022
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Thank you so much for this great feedback John, your support is much appreciated by all the Team - would look forward to seeing you next time.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Always great service.

Always great service. Care returned when promised.

February 24, 2022
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That's great to hear Simon, thanks for taking the time to leave us this great feedback, much appreciated by all the Team.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I feel fobbed off by Martin and team

I feel fobbed off by Martin and team. For one, they just cleared off all the faults on my car and returned it suggesting I ‘keep an eye’. Totally ignored all physical evidence of oil leakage that should also have been apparent from the low oil warnings that they cleared. No wonder my car had serious engine damage. When contacted, both Lee and Martin were really rude, confrontational and didn’t even give a chance to talk over phone. Will be complaining to the regulatory bodies.

[Edit post garage's reply] As is evident, owner has no logical response for lack of quality in service nor willingness to accept feedback and take ownership. Rather than accept mistake they are making baseless personal accusations. They have not responded to formal emails as well as a letter by post. They have caused me damage in thousands and will be taking them to court if need be.

January 6, 2022
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Dear Mr Arora

It is obviously extremely disappointing to us, to receive your negative comments regarding our business and the investigations we carried out on your Volvo. Unfortunately, when you, the customer, repeatedly chose to ignore our advice, and were unwilling to let us speak without being continually talked over, or even hung up on during two telephone conversations, we are unable to deliver our usual high level of customer service, that you had expected. You have been rude and aggressive to myself the business owner, and a staff member, and for this reason you are no longer welcome back to the garage.

You will see from our 160+ very positive reviews online, that as a small independent business running for the past 30 years, we fully understand the importance of a great level of customer service and satisfaction for our customer’s, hence the reason most choose to return to us year upon year, and refer us to friends and family. Unfortunately you have not been willing to listen to us, or conclude the matter, and for this reason we have written to you and referred you to the Industry Body.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nissan navara

Had my two year old truck serviced. All aspects of the service were excellent. Booking, arrival, courtesy car and collection were friendly and professional. If you want an alternative to a main dealer then this is a great choice.

January 1, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us this fantastic feedback, much appreciated by all the Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely excellent business

Absolutely excellent business. Used for all our cars for twenty years. Honest, helpful, personal service, sensible charging.

You won't go wrong here....

April 15, 2021
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Wow, were did those 20 years go! Thank you for continuing to trust us with all your vehicle servicing and maintenance, your kind comments are much appreciated by all the Team :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Excellent good value service

Excellent good value service, and advice on how to maintain your vehicle to avoid costly future repairs.

August 27, 2019
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Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us your feedback, much appreciated :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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A garage you can trust.

I've been using this garage for well over 20 years, mainly for our Volvo but also other vehicles. I always get honest, trustworthy advice and never sold anything I don't need. Good service fairly priced and the staff are friendly, very helpful and approachable.

I have been happy to recommend Martin Matthewson to several of my friends and family.

August 18, 2019
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Thank you for this fantastic feedback Sharon, we love hearing from our customers - and we thank you for your continued support of our business :)

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Satisfied customers.

We (my wife and I) have been using Martin Matthewson Ltd - Independent Volvo Specialists for a number of years - servicing both of our Volvo cars. The servicing and MOT's have always been dealt with efficiently. We are always notified if any work outside of normal servicing needs to be done. Would be happy to recommend to others to use this company.

August 7, 2019
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That's fantastic to hear Mr Clayton - many thanks :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Trustworthy small local garage

When I first approached Martin Matthewson more than 10 years ago, my newly acquired Volvo had developed a fault. After a very long time and many unnecessary repairs by the Volvo dealer I finally got a quite for replacing the DIM at more than £800. No repair of the DIM possible. I then went to Martin Matthewson and got the answer: Yes, we can fix that with a lifelong warranty and the total cost £385.

That convinced me and I have been a customer since. The Volvo still goes strong after 265000 miles and Martin also looks after our Mercedes SLK. I strongly recommend Martin Matthewson.

August 7, 2019
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Thank you for this fantastic feedback Mr Riisberg, we love hearing from our customers - and look forward to keeping your vehicles happy and on the road in the future :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Great independent garage

Good friendly service who will try to avoid expensive replacement parts if possible. Had my Volvo's serviced here for 12 years.

August 5, 2019
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Excellent :), and thank you for your continued support of our business Mr Wheeldon, we look forward to seeing you again

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Excellent service MOT

Excellent service as always, Thanks to Lee and the team for another clear and honest assessment of the work carried out. There are never any surprises here, I wholly recommend thiem
Thanks again

August 3, 2019
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Excellent, thank you Mr Comer :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Definitely recommend

First time using Martin Matthewson and it was a good experience from start to finish, called to update me on additional things that would be required soon and if I wanted them. Price was as quoted and much cheaper than Volvo. I will definitely be going back when I need to.

August 2, 2019
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Thank you so much for this fantastic feedback, we look forward to seeing you and your V60 again in the future :)

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Delighted!

We’ve been using Martin Matthewson for servicing and MOTs for our Volvos for over 15 years and are always very pleased with level of service and professionalism we receive

August 2, 2019
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Thank you Mr Roberts, that's great to hear :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Excellent service at competitive prices.

Martin Matthewson agreed to take my car in for investigation at very short notice. Within 2 days diagnostics and repair was carried out. The company are experienced Volvo specialists and have always provided excellent service for repairs and MoT’s at competitive rates. I will continue to use them for work on my car and I would recommend them to others.

August 2, 2019
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That's great to hear Mrs Jenkin, thank you :)

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Great Service

Great Servce - Quick, reliable and cost effective.

August 2, 2019
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Excellent, thank you for your feedback :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Excellent garage

I have been using this company for the last 6 years for car servicing, repairs and MOT, I never had any problems and they are reasonably priced.

August 2, 2019
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Many thanks Mr Phillips :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Completed a fair few jobs this week for…

Completed a fair few jobs this week for me. Annual MOT service, power steering pipe replacement and ABS issue. Kept informed with what was being done and the costs.

Used this garage for a few years now and have never let me down.

Thanks Lee and the rest of the team.

August 2, 2019
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Reply from garagebasingstoke.co.uk

Thank you so much for your feedback Mr Hands.

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