National Tyres and Autocare - Winchester Reviews 51

TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.7

St Cross Road, SO23 9HX Winchester, GB


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful customer experience. Made excuses, tried to deflect and I had to ring up and complain about the service. DO NOT TAKE YOU CAR TO ONE OF THESE GARAGES. I have never written a bad review until now,... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The booking process was relatively easy. It did however advise me to arrive 10 minutes before my appointed time. This was reiterated in a text message. However for my 8.30am appointment bollards preve... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Visited the Winchester store on Wednesday morning for a non standard 335/35/22 tyre, other places had said they couldn’t get hold of one incl National Tyres however the team managed to source, obtain... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was such a good deal and we can make the payments in 3 months time which is more helpful for those who can’t make the payment in full straightaway.

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Company details

  1. Tire Shop
  2. Brake Shop
  3. Car Inspection Station
  4. Car Repair and Maintenance
  5. Car Service
  6. Oil Change Service

About National Tyres and Autocare - Winchester

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National Tyres and Autocare are fast fit specialists and part of the Halfords family. Our highly trained technicians are specialists in vehicle parts repair including tyres, exhausts, brakes, batteries, MOT testing, and vehicle safety inspections, including our 5-point car check. .

As well as offering a professional and friendly service, we’re committed to never being beaten on price, so when you choose us, you know you’re getting fantastic value. .

Our highly trained technicians carry out MOTs, car servicing and repairs, so you can rest assured we have the expertise to take care of your vehicle. We can deliver dealership quality work on any car make or model at affordable prices and offer a minimum guarantee of 2 years or 24,000 miles on work carried out. (See website for terms and conditions). We also offer mobile fitting including tyres and car batteries, available to fit tyres at your home or work. We have a range of flexible finance options so you can spread the cost to suit you. Head over to our website for further details.

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

51 reviews

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful customer experience

Awful customer experience. Made excuses, tried to deflect and I had to ring up and complain about the service. DO NOT TAKE YOU CAR TO ONE OF THESE GARAGES. I have never written a bad review until now, I feel so strongly that they are complete rip off merchants.

February 22, 2024
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Reply from National Tyres and Autocare - Winchester

Hi Simon,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review with us, we appreciate all feedback as it helps us improve our service in the future.
We always pride ourselves on our high level of service so we are disappointed we did not meet your expectations on this occasion.
I have reached out to you to discuss this further, please can you respond with your contact details including your email address so we can investigate further for you.
Thanks - Chantelle ⛺

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SCAMMERS - took money but still no replacement tyres - COULD NOT GIVE TWO HOOTS - DON'T USE!

Couldn't get a mobile service for 3 days. Left work early to be there for the 6-8pm slot. No-one turned up. No phone call/email/no apology. Eventualy got through to someone who assured me I'd be contacted first thing the next morning. 10.30am still no contact. I phoned. Someone would get back to me to rearrange. Didn't. So now, two days after they should have changed the tyres, but haven't, we have to hire a car for the weekend. Totally rubbish service.

January 24, 2024
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Reply from National Tyres and Autocare - Winchester

We’re sorry that we’ve let you down on this occasion, Ashling. We try to ensure every experience is one to remember for the right reasons and we’re disappointed this was not the case for you.

We’d love the chance to speak with you and find a suitable resolution. Please could you update your review to include an order number/booking reference/case reference so we can get in touch?

Look forward to speaking to you soon. Thanks - Frazer 🛴

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you to the Manager of St

Thank you to the Manager of St. Cross! He really went out of his way to help me and advise me on my car! Excellent customer service! Would highly recommend this company.

July 17, 2023
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Reply from National Tyres and Autocare - Winchester

Dear Customer

Thank you for your 5 Star Review

Regards

Robert

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

New tyres

I found the website easy to use, however when booking a date it said available next day but when you went to the calendar it was two days?

July 10, 2023
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Reply from National Tyres and Autocare - Winchester

Dear Customer

Thank you for your 4 Star Review

Regards

Robert

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely garage:)

July 3, 2023
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Reply from National Tyres and Autocare - Winchester

Dear Customer

Thank you for your 5 star review

KInd Regards

Robert

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Above & beyond on customer service

Visited the Winchester store on Wednesday morning for a non standard 335/35/22 tyre, other places had said they couldn’t get hold of one incl National Tyres however the team managed to source, obtain and fit a new tyre with 5 hours of my initial visit.
Absolutely above and beyond on customer service. Would highly recommend.

May 24, 2023
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Reply from National Tyres and Autocare - Winchester

Dear Customer

Thank you for your 5 Star review.

Kind Regards

Robert

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good deal

It was such a good deal and we can make the payments in 3 months time which is more helpful for those who can’t make the payment in full straightaway.

April 18, 2023
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Reply from National Tyres and Autocare - Winchester

Dear Manzil Gurung

Thank you for your 5 star review.

Kind regards

Robert

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My appointment was for 4pm and I…

My appointment was for 4pm and I arrived on time and the garage was busy. But 45 mins later my car was fitted with two new front tyres. They have a good system in place clearly so nobody is going to wait a long time. Nice staff too. Will not be beaten on price of tyres either. Highly recommend.

April 17, 2023
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Reply from National Tyres and Autocare - Winchester

Dear Mr J MacDonald

Thank you for your 5 star review.

Kind Regards

Robert

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A job well done.

I've used your company before on my previous car and was delighted with the outcome.

February 18, 2023
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Reply from National Tyres and Autocare - Winchester

Dear Mr Russell Flynn

Thank you for your review

Kind Regards

Robert

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Efficient tracking carried out

Did my tracking within a few hours of being asked, and phoned me when ready. Efficient.

February 9, 2023
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Reply from National Tyres and Autocare - Winchester

Dear Pete Baxter

Thank you for your review.

Kind Regards

Robert

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I purchased two tyres on Monday at…

I purchased two tyres on Monday at nearly £600 and two more identical tyres at £630 not sure how you calculate prices or reward loyalty but seems very strange!

February 3, 2023
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Reply from National Tyres and Autocare - Winchester

Hi David.

Thanks for taking the time to leave a review on your experience with us. We appreciate all the reviews we receive as this helps us improve.

We so sorry to hear about the issues you have experienced with our prices. We can understand why this would be confusing for you.

We have passed across the information you have provided to us to the relevant team. They will be in touch soon to discuss this further.

Kind regards, Shannon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely perfect

Absolutely perfect.
Quick, easy, helpful.

January 19, 2023
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Reply from National Tyres and Autocare - Winchester

Dear Customer

Thank you for your review.

Kind Regards

Robert

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The booking process was relatively…

The booking process was relatively easy. It did however advise me to arrive 10 minutes before my appointed time. This was reiterated in a text message. However for my 8.30am appointment bollards prevented my access to the premises despite lights being on in the premises and I had to go round the block to kill time. I was advised that the bollards are only removed at 8.30 as they are only insured from that time. If this is so the message should additionally read '(unless your appointment is at opening time)'.

January 12, 2023
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Reply from National Tyres and Autocare - Winchester

Hi Richard,

Thanks for getting in touch, we appreciate all feedback so we can improve our service.

We're sorry there were bollards up between you and the branch, and you were told to arrive early, we understand that isn't very helpful.

This has been passed onto the relevant team to look at further so it doesn't happen to someone else.

Kind regards, Ffion

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible customer service.

I was sent a message telling me to arrive 10 mins early, which I did, the centre was not open and the car park blocked off. The workshop is in the city centre on a busy road so no other parking available. Drove around until the appointment time, still not open. Rang the number, no answer. Taken the money, not provided a service, now missed valuable work time for no reason. Very poor

January 16, 2023
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Reply from National Tyres and Autocare - Winchester

Dear Philip

Thank you for taking the time to make us aware of the problems you have recently experienced.

We are keen to look into this for you, could you please email details to customerservices@halfordsautocentres.co.uk.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Kind regards

Kate

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Today went to National tyres to change…

Today went to National tyres to change tyres but but when i reach there wilth my confirmation email of booking they told me that it will take another two days. It was waste of time and fuel.

December 28, 2022
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Reply from National Tyres and Autocare - Winchester

Dear Rai

We apologise that you have had to contact us regarding this matter and for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Dates or times quoted for fitting of the products are estimates and not guaranteed, whilst we use our best efforts to meet appointments at our fitting centres and via our mobile tyre fitting service there may be occasions when we will not be able to fit your products or provide the services in accordance with the appointment booked through our website.

Once again we apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Kind regards
Rhiannon

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