Vehicle Solutions Cheltenham

Vehicle Solutions Cheltenham: full-service mechanical and bodywork workshop

Vehicle Solutions Cheltenham is a mechanical workshop located at Hayricks Wharf, Tewkesbury Road, in Cheltenham (GL51 9DR, United Kingdom). The company presents itself as a family business with over 28 years in operation and offers services for all makes and models of cars. Its proposition combines servicing, repair and cosmetic care of the vehicle in a single workshop, with the option to book an appointment and a collection and delivery service in Cheltenham.

Mechanical and servicing work

The workshop covers the usual maintenance and mechanical repair operations. Among the services it details are:

• Basic annual service and full annual service ("The Full Works").
• Fault diagnosis and fault checking.
• Clutch, cambelt, exhaust, battery and brake replacement.
• Tyre inspection and replacement, wheel balancing and alignment.
• Air conditioning recharge with R134a and R1234yf gas.
• Free checks of brakes, cambelt, clutch, battery, exhaust, suspension and tyres.

The workshop states that it uses original or premium-quality equivalent parts and that its equipment is of a high standard.

MOT testing and tyres

Vehicle Solutions Cheltenham carries out MOT tests for passenger cars (class 4) in accordance with official regulations. The service is presented as an option for first inspections or certificate renewals, with a quick and hassle-free approach. In the tyre section, the workshop sells premium, mid-range and budget brands, and includes fitting. Among the brands it mentions are Continental, Michelin, Yokohama, Maxxis, Hankook and Pirelli. Orders can be placed online, by phone or directly at the workshop.

Bodywork repair and painting

Bodywork repair is one of the business's standout areas. The workshop offers a free quote and an estimate in about ten minutes without an appointment. It works with most insurers (NFU Mutual, Direct Line, Admiral, Hastings, LV, Aviva, Covea, Zurich, RSA and Ageas) and, in some cases, can cover up to 50% of the customer's excess. The company stresses that the policyholder has the right to choose the repair workshop and that it provides a free courtesy car. The team guarantees a colour match and a uniform finish on the repaired surfaces.

Alloy wheel refurbishment and repair

The workshop repairs and refurbishes alloy wheels, including diamond-cut and painted ones. The processes it describes are diamond cutting, with deep cleaning, precision cutting and protective lacquer for a polished, long-lasting finish, and powder coating, which offers greater resistance to UV rays, scratches and road grime. It also repairs bent, buckled or cracked wheels, common damage from potholes and kerbs. The company states that it is a leading workshop for this service in Cheltenham.

Indicative prices and complementary services

The website shows a price list for some services: MOT from £30.00, full annual service from £169, basic annual service from £89, R134a air conditioning recharge for £69.00, R1234yf for £119.00, fuel treatment for £19.00, wheel alignment for £49.00 and diagnostics for £49.00. In addition, free checks of brakes, cambelt, clutch, battery, exhaust, suspension and tyres are offered. Other services mentioned are wheel colour changing, paintwork renovation, car valeting and collection and delivery in Cheltenham.

Facilities and customer service

The workshop operates at Hayricks Wharf, Cheltenham, and has courtesy cars available. The company describes itself as a family business with over 28 years of experience and presents itself as a main-dealer-level service alternative without the associated price. The customer reviews reproduced on the website highlight communication during the process, speed of diagnosis and the quality of the paint and bodywork.

Location and contact

Hayricks Wharf, Tewkesbury Road, Cheltenham, GL51 9DR, UK · Phone: 01242570979 · Email: info@vehiclesolutions.co.uk · Opening hours: Monday to Friday: 07:30 - 17:00. Saturday: by appointment only (book online). Sunday: closed.