VG Repairs

Engine and gearbox repair specialists working across the UK

VG Repairs, trading as Vehicle Garage Repairs, concentrates on major engine and automatic gearbox work rather than routine mechanical servicing. The company states that it does not cover minor mechanical repairs, and instead positions itself around complex jobs that many general garages cannot handle in-house. Its work is aimed at drivers across the UK, with collection and return of the vehicle arranged as part of the service.

The workshop describes itself as a five-star rated engine and gearbox specialist operating through what it calls a trusted UK repair network, with all repairs carried out at fully equipped facilities by technicians it describes as brand-trained.

Engine work, rebuilds and timing components

The core of the offer is engine repair and rebuilding for all makes and models, with Range Rover and Land Rover engine rebuilds named specifically. Alongside this, the company handles timing chain and belt replacement, carried out following manufacturer torque specifications, and turbocharger servicing through repair or replacement of turbo units using OEM-grade parts.

• Engine repairs and rebuilds, including Range Rover and Land Rover units
• Engine replacement and engine diagnostics
• Timing chain and belt replacement
• Head gasket failure work
• Turbocharger repair or replacement

Automatic transmission and gearbox repairs

Automatic gearboxes are handled by transmission specialists, covering diagnosis, repair and replacement. The company also lists DSG gearbox repair among the work illustrated in its customer excerpts. The quote form groups the problems it expects to see under headings such as engine failure, engine knock or noise, engine replacement, engine rebuild, automatic gearbox fault, timing chain issue and head gasket failure, with an option for drivers who are unsure and need a diagnosis first.

Collection, delivery and how a job is arranged

VG Repairs builds its process around avoiding a garage visit. A customer submits the registration number, postcode and a description of the fault, and the company confirms costs, availability and repair options. The vehicle is then collected, repaired and returned. Collection and return are described as free and included within the service areas, with exact timing confirmed at the time of booking. The company states that it operates across England and offers coverage throughout the UK for most major repairs.

On timing, the company indicates that most jobs are completed within five to seven working days, depending on the nature of the issue and part availability, with timelines confirmed at booking.

Parts, guarantees and pricing position

The workshop says it uses original equipment or equivalent quality components, and that every engine or gearbox repair and rebuild follows strict manufacturer procedures and test protocols. All parts and labour carry a 12-month or 12,000-mile warranty. The company presents its pricing as up to 60% cheaper than main dealers, a comparison it makes in its own promotional material rather than an independently verified figure.

Payment options and customer feedback

Finance is offered through PayItMonthly, allowing customers to spread the cost of a repair in monthly instalments. The site also publishes excerpts from customer reviews attributed to Trustpilot, covering an Audi A8 engine repair, a Range Rover engine rebuild and a DSG gearbox repair; the company notes that individual repair outcomes and timescales vary.