Formula One Autocentres - Chatham Reviews 

96
TrustScore 3 out of 5

2.8

Maidstone Road, ME5 9SQ Chatham, GB


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Would never recommend Formular One Chatham, was told wrong information that cost me more money and they just fobbed it off!! Avoid at all costs! Replying to formular1 I have reached out to Carel... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

On a recent visit to formula one. Very happy and impressed by all the staff. Especially the lady at the reception I had a flat tyre and was really stressed as I suffer with anxiety. Becky I’m sure h... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What great service. Wife had an issue with her bonnet release. She rang 2 garages and the dealership that couldn’t help. Becky and her team told my wife to bring it in to them and within an hour they... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service! Have always used this garage and have always been pleased with the service given. Attention to detail and very helpful and informative. Becky especially is great and very hel... See more


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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  • Maidstone Road, ME5 9SQ, Chatham, United Kingdom

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

NO NO - Bad experience - I booked my car few days ago and had…

I booked my car few days ago and had requested a full service . It charged me £235 , no oil changed , no computer board error corrected and I had to send my husband second day, as on the day we picked it up was close to closing time , the guy said that if we are unhappy to come again next day he will see why the oil was not topped up at lest , since the car computer board would still show us that the oil was still missing. Next day my husband went a guy came with about 2l of oil topped it up and the car board finally would show that it has sufficient oil. So was this car ever serviced really? Oil should be changed not even topped up to say the least!
Not doing your job as requested is a NO NO for us with your centre. Will definitely look elsewhere next time.

June 1, 2024
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Reply from Formula One Autocentres - Chatham

Dear Gabriel,

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 4 out of 5 stars

Just had a tyre replaced after having…

Just had a tyre replaced after having blow out on the M2. Took car to chatham F1. Pleasantly surprised with the service from both Grant and TJ. Grant on the desk has excellent customer service skills with both his phone and face to face manner are second to none.
TJ who dealt with my car was very polite informative and swift with his help.
Many thanks lads.
Gordon O'Shea.

May 26, 2024
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Drop car for service first thing @830…

Drop car for service first thing @830 on Saturday, I was the first customer in. Walked past the garage @1230 car not been touched. The car was ready to collect after 15:30. Upon arriving home notice grease marks inside the car the steering wheel, both front seats, seat blew top holder and the floor mat was caked in grease.

April 6, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They were absolutely fantastic

They were absolutely fantastic , after a visit from Halfords who had left me with a loud squeaky noise when using my lights or indicator these guys fixed the issue very quickly would highly recommend

April 2, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Formula one chatham

Went in today for a puncture repair, was helped by Phillip who was friendly polite and respectful, my tyre was repaired well within the time frame given, I’ve been using this garage for many years and have always been given great service by all members of staff, Phillip has always been there to offer advise when needed and is a credit to the company
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

April 4, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Formula 1 in Chatham

Formula 1 in Chatham, Medway- did my MOT there and previously service no doubt- quick and efficient service. Sarah on reception desk was very friendly and welcoming, outstanding service. Will definitely go back !

February 9, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Still waiting!!

Got told the customer service will be in contact within 3 days after my service! Still waiting over a week later! Absolute joke! Still have the warning light on in my car! Job wasn’t complete! Useless team and will never be using them again!

I had all items checked after that this garage claimed needed extra work- none of it needed extra work doing! I also had a OBD plugged in and checked and NO FAULTS! So again! Lying! No contact from
This company! Incomplete job, no follow ups as promised! AVOID and if you do go to them! Don’t listen to the ‘extra work’ line they give you

January 31, 2024
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Reply from Formula One Autocentres - Chatham

Dear Chris,

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 needed to book my car in this week…

I needed to book my car in this week and had tried several garages before formula one Chatham branch, it was nice and easy getting it booked in and they went above and beyond when looking at it also turned a sensor off for free.
All done in the morning aswel.
Thank you

January 18, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service today

Great service today. Thanks to Sarah and the boys for today's turnaround for MOT and full service. Polite and professional, many thanks.

December 19, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I’ve been using formula One for many…

I’ve been using formula One for many yrs well over 15 . In the past they were brilliant with great customer service . However over the last few yrs i’ve noticed that the standard of service has completely dropped . Last year i took my little citroen c1 in for new tyres . The price was pretty reasonable . On leaving the premises and driving onto a Duel carriageway the car was shaking . I pulled over and the passenger-side rear tire hadn’t been done up . Literally the bolts were finger tight 😳 . They said that they would compensate me by giving me a free MOT well they have conveniently forgotten about that . I phoned them up today for a simple repair on my c1 . A new alternator and Waterpump and belt . It’s a relatively easy job anymore who owns a c1 would know what i mean buy this . I priced up the parts independently and it came to £150 . I thought I would see how much Formula One would charge to do this job and supplying the parts to . No joke they quoted me £1,000 I was expecting the price to be around £250
Honestly these people are having a laugh please shop around because they are taking advantage of people . That price is totally unacceptable . I will be doing the job myself and at least I will have peace of mind knowing the job was done right. Charlatans they will never get my business again ever .

December 13, 2023
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Reply from Formula One Autocentres - Chatham

Dear Alex,

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 and speedy service

Great and speedy service. The lady had the reception was super friendly and very welcoming. I will definitely be using this for all concerns from now

October 24, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Having had a poor experience at the Strood centre, the guys in Chatham restored my faith in F1 and dealt with me perfectly. Thanks.

October 4, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Today 22/08/2023 I booked and paid for…

Today 22/08/2023 I booked and paid for 2 tyres via E Tyres to be fitted at the Chatham / Rochester branch .
On arrival access was not clear from a dual carriageway , I accessed driving over a lowered kerb . I was then told they will not be fitting my paid for tyres as I entered the site in a dangerous manner . Requested refund , refused , requested Tyres refused .I had to apologise to the offended fitter before they would fit . Thought I would photograph access to complain , then challenged by a staff member stating I was breaking the law by photographing the premises to show more access and that I had been reported!!, finally a fitter told me I had attitude as I was driving a 4x4 totally slanderous action , sent complaint to head office not acknowledged or replied to, totally shambolic , rude and aggressive service , hence will not recommend and will tell as many people as possible to avoid this business.

August 24, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Five stars goes to the Chatham branch! *****

I had to get off the M2 this morning as my car was going horribly wrong and I was lucky enough to find the Formula One Autocentre Chatham for help. I explained to the staff what had happened and they solved it immediately, gave me advice on what to do to get me home, and refused payment! I was so grateful to the staff and I'm more than happy to recommend this business to anyone!

August 18, 2023
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