Formula One Autocentres - Slough Reviews 14

TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.7

28 Buckingham Avenue, Slough, SL1 4QA Slough, GB


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have used the Slough branch twice now for MOT’s, each time the service has been fantastic! I asked if they could check I had purchased the correct windscreen wipers for my vehicle (purchased online)... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I have requested a refund due to poor customer service by the Slough Branch. I have booked the appointment for my car tyres on 15 Sep 2023 at 13:45 and arranged a time to go to the Slough Formula... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

After bad experiences with Kwikfit, National Tyres, and Carrera Worx in Brentford. Cross threaded sump plug, wrong oil filter, and cracked oil filter housing, it was good to see the man at your Slou... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nick and manny were friendly and efficient. My car was MOTed in 30mins despite being short staffed. I’ve been coming here for years and never had a problem. Would throughly recommend


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  1. Tire Shop

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Formula One Autocentres currently boasts over 130 state-of-the-art autocentres located throughout the UK. With over 800 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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  • 28 Buckingham Avenue, Slough, SL1 4QA, Slough, United Kingdom

3.7

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor Customer Service

I have requested a refund due to poor customer service by the Slough Branch.
I have booked the appointment for my car tyres on 15 Sep 2023 at 13:45 and arranged a time to go to the Slough Formula One Autocentre. However, when I reached there, the customer service representative informed me that we still need to receive the delivery of the tyres; hence, the tyres can't be replaced, and we'll book another appointment for you. The Representative said I'd receive a call when the tyres arrive, and the new appointment will be booked, but I have not received a call.
After waiting 2 days, I called back on Sunday after 10:00 a.m. to confirm if tyres were available. The Representative confirmed that the tyres had arrived, but no one called me. Then again, the Representative booked me for 12:00 p.m. and when I reached there, he said I booked you for 11:45 a.m. I got the time on the phone at 12:00 p.m., and no confirmation email or message was received for the appointment time.

At last, I decided to cancel my order and get a refund as I had a very unpleasant experience with formula one autocentre Slough. I'll sort out my tyres with someone else, but I won't use F1 Auto centre again due to the poor customer I received on 2 occasions.

September 15, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have used the Slough branch twice now…

I have used the Slough branch twice now for MOT’s, each time the service has been fantastic! I asked if they could check I had purchased the correct windscreen wipers for my vehicle (purchased online) and they fitted them for free. Excellent service and would highly recommend!

September 7, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

After bad experiences with Kwikfit

After bad experiences with Kwikfit, National Tyres, and Carrera Worx in Brentford. Cross threaded sump plug, wrong oil filter, and cracked oil filter housing, it was good to see the man at your Slough branch complete the service to a good standard.
I'll return for sure.

May 24, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Would recommend

Nick and manny were friendly and efficient. My car was MOTed in 30mins despite being short staffed. I’ve been coming here for years and never had a problem. Would throughly recommend

March 18, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Danger!!! Loose bolts left on my front nearside wheel - F1 autocentre Slough

After tyres replacement my front nearside wheel bolts we left finger loose

December 6, 2022
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Reply from Formula One Autocentres - Slough

Dear Angel,

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 1 out of 5 stars

Awful Experience

Slough Branch:
I arrived 15 mins before my booked MOT slot and left the key with the manager who failed to even acknowledge me as I came through the door. I proceeded to ask how long it would take to complete the MOT, he said 45 minutes. So off I trotted to Costa Coffee and returned after 45 mins only to find my car had just been put on the ramps. I asked the manager why my car was not ready yet. Of course he put the blame on someone else. So I took a seat in their waiting room where the manager joined me in the opposite chair in order to catch up on some TicToc videos with ‘naughty’ some language. Unbelievable. After another 25 minutes the car was ready. I took the keys and left. Not a single apology from the manager for keeping me waiting so long. Never going back.

September 6, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional manager and staff

Manny was empathetic and beyond helpful with his advice and solutions. His two colleagues were competent and focussed on completing an excellent finish to a a range of issues that I had presented. Helpful, friendly and knowledgeable crew!

August 7, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I give zero stars

I give zero stars. This company damaged my tyre rims, best to keep away from this company. The componyy offers very poor service in resolving issues, They do not bother to reply to your complaint and handle it properly. Avoid this company as they offer very poor unprofessional service and your car could be damaged by them and they will say it is not thier fault.

July 10, 2022
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Reply from Formula One Autocentres - Slough

Dear Vijay Sharma,

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 1 out of 5 stars

Very dissapointed first time visit to…

Very dissapointed first time visit to the slough center. 05th july booked for an appointment to replace new tyres, was given a confirmed appointment on 06th July and was told budget tyres @63 each are in stock and my order is confirmed. On visiting the slough center at appointed time, i was told there was no order placed for my request, only appointment was booked, instead of trying to solve my problem i was questioned about name of person i spoke to and was told i should know that if a previous customer required the same size, i would not get the tyres, so i drive all the way 8 miles just to be told this, i was told at reception i could pay 112 for each tyre as only those were in stock. Got the feeling they were trying to rip me off with budget tyre gimmick.

July 7, 2022
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Reply from Formula One Autocentres - Slough

Dear Cosmas Silveira,

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

Booked a MOT Online for the Slough…

Booked a MOT Online for the Slough branch but it couldn't be performed because of a new warning light. Nick helped to direct me to someone who diagnosed the fault and it means I need to get the car fixed and MOT done elsewhere. I called up to let them know and they are providing a refund for the test. Very helpful service and will return to garage for future MOT and work on car.

April 25, 2022
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