In Praise of Kwik Fit. No, Really.

 I had some strange brake rubbing noises yesterday plus an unexplained slow puncture.  In desperation - I went to Kwik Fit.  Now before I go any further, I must say I have used KF a lot in the recent past for tyres and bulbs - plus balancing/tracking; all great jobs and well done at a decent price.

I have, however, shied away from using them for more technical repairs; image problem?  Perhaps.  Confused

Well - here’s how I rate my experience at Kwik Fit in Ramsgate today.

On arrival, having booked the 5 in, the chappy behind the counter welcomed me by NAME and assured me the work would be done that day.  He offered to call me with a no obligation quote once the mechanic had had a ganders at the brakes/tyres - and he called within the hour with the ‘diagnosis’: front tyres advisory - one with leaking valve.  Pads at front advisory plus brake fluid needed changing.  New safety valves (they look like Frankenstein monster bolts - chrome finish…epic coolness) also needed.  £270.

Car finished within three hours - lovely service on arrival and lots of banter about how much the guys liked the sound of my car.  One waggish type even suggested I now only needed a turbo kit to make it a real car!

Anyway - I can’t speak for Kwik Fit service inside the M25 but, since arriving in Kent, they have been epically awesome in Ramsgate and Deal.  Well done lads!  Thumbs up from me.

PS - I know you lot on the forum will tell me you could have got the jobs done for under £270 - but same day - no parts to be ordered and within three hours?  Really?