Formula One Autocentres - Bury St Edmunds Reviews 

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TrustScore 2 out of 5

2.2

88 Newmarket Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3TF Suffolk, GB


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A big thank you to the branch manager and duty technician who fitted us into their schedule and replaced our seized driver side front brake calliper, so we could get on our way with our 200+ mile jour... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Another great visit in my favourite F1 garage. Great service as usual! I have been using this garage for a few years now and they have never let me down. I sincerely recommend it! They offer professi... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've just been to Formula One Tyres Autocentre in Bury St. Edmunds and would like to thank the staff for their exceptional customer service . Kai who looked after me couldn't have been more helpful.R... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Discussing treatment, I even got called a liar on the phone, the man was so so rude, avoid at all cost especially if you a a female!!

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Company details

  1. Tire Shop
  2. Car Inspection Station
  3. Car Repair and Maintenance

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Formula One Autocentres currently boasts over 170 state-of-the-art autocentres located throughout the UK. With over 1000 highly trained staff working seven days a week to provide a full range of services including tyres, exhausts, batteries, brakes, clutches, MOT's and servicing. Formula One Autocentres has always been fiercely independent and, as a family-owned business, not been tied down to any single manufacturer or supplier which means that we are free to offer the biggest deals on the widest range of top branded products. By offering a real alternative to the big national chains, Formula One Autocentres provides cost-conscious motorists with a professional, reliable and affordable answer to maintaining their vehicles.

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Trust Formula One Autocentres to bring you the best value in your town
We promise to beat any competitor's substantiated quote for comparable products and services. Even if you buy from us and then find a lower price locally within 7 days, we guarantee we'll refund the difference, PLUS 10%.

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  • 88 Newmarket Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3TF, Suffolk, United Kingdom

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've just been to Formula One Tyres and in my opinion are unbeatable.

I've just been to Formula One Tyres Autocentre in Bury St. Edmunds and would like to thank the staff for their exceptional customer service . Kai who looked after me couldn't have been more helpful.Range Rover tyres are not cheap but I had shopped around and was quoted the best price in the area by Formula One. The waiting room was clean comfortable and well presented and nice coffee from the machine. I can't recommend this company enough and will be sharing my experience with friends and family.

March 22, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Let down

Booked a tyre replacement on Tuesday for Friday morning. Arrived at appointment time to be told the tyre didn't arrive the previous day- no phone call to save me a wasted trip. Was assured it was on the lorry for today's delivery and could be fitted later in the day but failed to arrive a second time. Major inconvenience- not impressed.

February 10, 2023
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Reply from Formula One Autocentres - Bury St Edmunds

Dear Katebob,

Please contact our Customer Care Team by using the following link:

https://www.f1autocentres.co.uk/contact/custom
er-services

We would like to take some further details from you and have the matter investigated.

Regards
Customer Care

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Have used the Bury St Edmunds branch…

Have used the Bury St Edmunds branch many times so had no worries this time to have a fuel filter changed on my diesel.
It went wrong from the outset. Mechanic didn't use a seat protector, then left the keys on the roof.
It was then obvious he didn't have a clue where the filter was as I had to show him. He failed to know the system needed bleeding and ended up putting the battery on charge as just kept trying to start it.
At this point he was losing patience "I've (expletive) had enough". To be honest so had I by this point.
Once it was working he moved the car to the car park where he bounced it on to grass so hard that the bumper came loose and clogged the exhaust with mud. I immediately took photos and called out the supervisor who said he failed to see how it had happened there and I was welcome to take it up with customer care. This is despite the mechanic even admitting it.
The regional managers poster was on the wall requesting feedback on the service at the branch so I emailed him with photos etc and to this date still have received no reply. Customer care indeed.
USE THIS PLACE AT YOUR PERIL !!!

January 26, 2023
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Reply from Formula One Autocentres - Bury St Edmunds

Dear MarkQ,

Please contact our Customer Care Team by using the following link:

https://www.f1autocentres.co.uk/contact/customer-services

We would like to take some further details from you and have the matter investigated.

Regards
Customer Care

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service

Great customer service, very fast, efficient & friendly. The 2 guys I dealt with, Kai & Ben, were a credit to the company. Would highly recommend.

January 29, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A happy motorist

I booked my car for a service and MOT at the Bury St. Edmunds branch.
Unfortunately, my car failed the MOT.
Bart the manager explained the reasons why and showed me the defective components on my car.
The additional works required totaled £600 which was an unwelcome and unexpected bill but following Bart's comprehensive and informative explanation I was satisfied that the works were required.
This was my first visit to the Bury St Edmunds branch, I usually use the Chelmsford site where the staff and service has always been excellent and I am pleased to report that this was duplicated at the Bury St Edmunds premises.
Bart is an excellent ambassador for Formula One Autocentres and a credit to the organisation.

November 29, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Rock & Co

Rock & Co

I’m very impressed by the service provided. Everything is always done at a very high standard , always on time in a friendly atmosphere. That’s why I started using the service for my private car as well and I recommended F1 to many friends and they are all happy. Especially a big thank you to a manager who is always professional and gives the proper advice on what needs to be done. Highly recommend.

September 24, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend!

I was sceptical for changing garage but my friend recommended this one. I regret that i was waiting so long. Customer service spot on! I'm working nights so contact with me is difficult but menager of this site is so flexible... Also, his knowledge about cars is unbelievable. I highly recommend this garage and menager to everyone! Big thank you.

September 15, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

So failed MOT (Bury St Edmunds)

So failed MOT (Bury St Edmunds). Need 2 new tires for my 4 year old Mercedes’. They sent me a message saying “recommended replacement tires”. So using their RECOMMENDED only to be told they are cheap and not suitable. So why not be upfront and recommended proper tires instead of the snaring nonsense. Then told replacement were over £400 each .. went elsewhere and got like for like at £290 each ..

September 21, 2022
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Reply from Formula One Autocentres - Bury St Edmunds

Dear Kirsty,

Please contact our Customer Care Team by using the following link: https://www.f1autocentres.co.uk/contact/customer-services

We would like to take some further details from you and have the matter investigated.

Regards
Customer Care

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I really recommend this place

I really recommend this place. Amazing service, amazing work, very quick. Competitive prices and customer service is amazing. Manager Bart is perfect every time, he is absolutely professional. I'm so glad that I found this garage. Thank you guys. See you soon!

August 24, 2022
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