Volksmaster Reviews 509

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Evaluating 290 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently highlight the professional, friendly, and efficient service provided, often noting clear communication and timely job completion. The staff are frequently praised for their knowledge, helpfulness, and polite demeanor, making interactions pleasant and valuing customer business. Many appreciate the transparent and fair pricing, with no hidden charges, and often find the costs to be competitive or even better than main dealerships. The quality of work is consistently described as excellent, with many reviewers expressing satisfaction with repairs and servicing, often including complimentary car cleaning. However, some people were dissatisfied with the diagnostic process, feeling they were charged for unnecessary tests or that initial diagnoses were incorrect, leading to further costs. There were also instances where customers experienced communication breakdowns, particularly regarding ambiguous invoices or unreturned calls, and some felt the work performed was not thorough, resulting in unresolved issues or cars returned in a worse state.

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Service

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Price

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Quality

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly service, as planned smooth drop off and job completed in good time and clear communication. ONLY slight gripe, and it's small. I know site is short on space, and vehicles are parked local... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great team effort from Bury branch, from pre booking full service through to drop off, completion of work, clarification of charges and new full video of inspection. Cannot fault in any way, perfect s... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class as always. I've been visiting Volksmaster since moving to Bury in 2001, having owned a couple of VW Golfs, an Audi A5 and two Audi Q7s. Very knowledgeable and helpful and experts with the... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Following the recent closure of VW Main Agents in Bury I decided to give Volksmaster in Bury a try. Very pleased I did. They operate almost exactly like the Main Agents did and charge (?)10-20% l... See more

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Company details

  1. Auto Repair Shop
  2. Auto Body Shop
  3. Auto Dent Removal Service
  4. Auto Restoration Service
  5. Car Service
  6. Vehicle Inspection

Written by the company

Welcome to Volksmaster – Your Trusted German Car Specialists Volkswagen, Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Mini, Seat, Škoda & German Car & VAG Specialists We’re a family-run business known for expert servicing, transparent none premium pricing and thousands of happy customers. With four branches in Oldham, Bury, Heywood and our Van Centre in Oldham, we specialise in German vehicle servicing and repairs In Oldham, Bury, Heywood & Manchester Areas. Our expert technicians, with 30+ years of experience, ensure top-quality maintenance, repairs and MOTs for all makes and models. Confidence in Quality – That’s the Volksmaster Promise.


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4.7

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

509 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience when car broke down

Great experience, car broke down at home and was picked up and taken to the garage. Staff sent a video explaining their findings and a very clear list of recommended work with prices. All went smoothly and I’m very pleased with the work done on the car.

June 11, 2026
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Hi Chris, we are pleased you were happy with our services. Thanks for the 5-Star review :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very informative and quick work

Very informative and quick work. Brilliant customer service from reception! Would definitely recommend if you’re ever having any car troubles!

June 11, 2026
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Hi Matthew, thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-Star reviw! We appreciate your feedback :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had our VW Tiguan brake fluid service…

Had our VW Tiguan brake fluid service undertaken at Volksmaster, cannot fault the professional service provided by all the employees,which exceeded my expectations and the video health check of my vehicle was an unexpected bonus.
Thanks for the quality service and professionalism

June 10, 2026
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Many thanks Roman for the 5-Star review and amazing feedback, we are pleased you were happy with our services :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service

June 10, 2026
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Many thanks for taking the time to leave us a 5-Star review, Mark. What branch of ours did you visit?

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good experience

Following the recent closure of VW Main Agents in Bury I decided to give Volksmaster in Bury a try.
Very pleased I did. They operate almost exactly like the Main Agents did and charge (?)10-20% less. The staff are friendly and efficient and seem to really value your custom.
My car was collected (free) and delivered back once the service and MoT had been completed.
I had been recommended to them by a friend who had used the Heywood Branch and was very complementary about them.
The guys at Bury were also excellent. My only regret is that I had not used them in previous years, but I will certainly be using them in future.

June 5, 2026
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Reply from Volksmaster

Hi Tony, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We know how stressful it can be when a trusted local main dealer closes down, so we are absolutely thrilled that we could step in and provide that same high level of service for you (with the added bonus of better value!).

It's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed our free collection and delivery service, and that our Bury team made you feel valued. We really appreciate your friend's recommendation, and we are so glad you gave us a try. We look forward to looking after you and your car for many years to come!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Breakdown and annual service

I was booked in for normal annual service, but unfortunately, my alternator went faulty the day before, and I was taken by AA to Volkmaster ashton Rd, Oldham. Thankfully they managed to sort out my alternator problem and do the service too, but needed to be left in until the next day (understandably). Great service and professional throughout. Special thanks to Amanda, Kat and Nick at reception, and Dan (engineer).

June 3, 2026
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Thank you so much for this wonderful review! Dealing with a faulty alternator the day before your service is incredibly stressful, so we’re just glad the AA brought you straight to us and that we could get it all sorted for you so quickly.

Amanda, Kat, Nick, and Dan will be absolutely thrilled to hear your special shout-out! We always try our best to pivot and accommodate unexpected repairs so our customers aren't left stranded. Thank you for choosing Volksmaster Oldham and for recognizing the team's hard work. Safe driving! 🚗💨

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Volksmaster OLDHAM

​I booked my car in at Volksmaster to get the cambelt and water pump replaced, and I couldn't be happier with the service. Not only did they do a high-quality job, but the turnaround time was also incredibly fast.
​The real standout was the staff—they were absolutely amazing, welcoming, and kept me informed throughout. It’s great to find a garage you can genuinely trust. Will definitely be back!

June 4, 2026
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Reply from Volksmaster

Thank you so much for this fantastic review! We know that getting a cambelt and water pump replaced is a big job, so we’re thrilled to hear you were happy with both the quality of the work and the speedy turnaround.

"A garage you can genuinely trust" is exactly what we strive to be, and hearing that our team made you feel so welcome and informed means the world to us. Thank you for choosing Volksmaster, and we look forward to welcoming you back whenever you need us next!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely fabulous staff excellent…

Absolutely fabulous staff excellent service my VW needed lots of work due to previous garage neglect and all jobs completed car in workshop for a week as not fit to drive just collected the car and valet completed car looks beautiful drives like it did when first bought wonderful service and from now on this is the only garage I will be visiting thank you to everyone ♥️

June 5, 2026
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Reply from Volksmaster

Thank you so much for this incredible review! We know how stressful it can be when you find out your car needs a lot of work due to past neglect, so we are incredibly glad we could turn that experience around for you.

Hearing that your VW drives like it did when you first bought it—and looks beautiful after its valet—is exactly what we love to hear. The team worked hard to get it back to being safe and fit for the road, and your kind words mean the world to everyone here.

Welcome to the Volksmaster family! We’re proud to be your go-to garage from now on, and we’ll always be here whenever you need us. Safe driving! 🚗💨

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Garage I Can Always Trust

Thanks for giving me confidence every time I bring my car in. I'm always completely satisfied with the service, and this visit was no exception. Friendly, professional, and reliable as always. Thank you!

June 3, 2026
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Reply from Volksmaster

Many thanks for the 5-Star review and amazing feedback, Rafal! We are pleased you were happy with our services :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

CAR AND VAN VOLKSMASTER

Once again, cannot fault Volksmaster Van Center on Hollins Road & Car Center at Ashton Road.

Kat at Ashton Road car center is amazing, great customer service, cannot fault her a little bit.

Jordan & Craig at Volksmaster Van center same with him, great customer service, cannot fault him.

Nathan has been the best, has always looked aftered me, love his service and the work he does!

I totally recommend EVERYONE to use volksmaster, 1000% better than these back street garages!

June 3, 2026
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Reply from Volksmaster

Thank you so much for the incredible review, Mohammed! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience across both our branches.

Kat, Jordan, Craig, and Nathan will be delighted to hear your kind words—we are very lucky to have them on our team. Knowing that we’ve earned your trust and a 1000% recommendation over the competition means the world to us. Thank you for choosing Volksmaster, and we look forward to looking after you and your vehicles for years to come!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve just had my MOT carried out at the…

I’ve just had my MOT carried out at the Heywood Branch. It was done at an offer price and both the reception and engineering staff were very friendly and efficient. I had cause to change the date of the job and this was done by phone without fuss. Thank you

May 28, 2026
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Reply from Volksmaster

Hi Diane, we are pleased you were happy with our services! Many thanks for taking the time to leave us a 5-Star review :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Back at Bury branch

Back at Bury branch again (lots of work being done to my EV, not because I was dissatisfied at all) and, as usual, fantastic service, a job well done at competitive prices. Thought I needed a new 12V battery but a health check by Volksmaster Bury meant I had no need to spend £300+ just yet. Thank you. The work done (replacing a pair of drop link after Group 1 VW only replaced one in October last year - I assume to quickly get more work out of me) was done speedily and professionally and no more knocking and clunking. Couldn’t recommend a garage more and Elysia (?) on reception is brilliant.

May 28, 2026
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Hi Shaun, Many thanks for taking the time to leave this great feedback and 5-Stars! We are pleased you were happy with our services :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service as aways

Excellent service as aways, my VW Touareg always goes to, volksmaster hollins road, great staff, always keep you upto date on progress

May 20, 2026
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Reply from Volksmaster

Many thanks for taking the time to leave us a 5-Star review! We are pleased you were happy with our services :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service and had my…

Excellent customer service and had my Audi A3 back on the road within 48 hours. Staff were very helpful and informative. Will definitely use them again if needed.

May 13, 2026
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Reply from Volksmaster

Many thanks, Tracy, for taking the time to leave a 5-Star review. We appreciate the feedback :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent job

Excellent job
Videos of your vehicle which shows all the parts that need replacing, don’t get that on a back street garage.
Can’t complain about the price with how much work was done to a top standard with no fuss, better than the main dealer garages

May 18, 2026
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Reply from Volksmaster

Hi Mike, we are pleased you were happy with our services. Thanks for taking the time to leave us a 5-Star review! :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Golf service

Was able to book Golf in easily and with no fuss. Staff very helpful from customer service to technicians. Very thorough service with helpful advice. Very pleased with all work carried out and will use again.

May 15, 2026
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Reply from Volksmaster

Many thanks for taking the time to leave us a 5-Star review, Andrew! We are pleased you were happy with our services :)

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Was told I need new front break discs…

Was told I need new front break discs and pads and quoted £456 😳
I decided to get the discs and pads myself for £110
Had a mechanic fit them for £60
£170 all together
The mechanic told me one of my old pads were fitted the wrong way round
How did volksmaster not see this? 🤔

May 17, 2026
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Reply from Volksmaster

Hi Mark, this isn't necessarily true. We quoted £328.19 including VAT, unsure why you would add £120 on top of our quote? No matter the industry—whether it's vehicle maintenance, building, or electrical work—it is always cheaper to buy the materials yourself and hire a low-cost laborer to install them; Not sure why you would use this fact to attempt to make us look bad. Also, we carried out an INTERIM service which comes with a basic, visual inspection of brakes, tyres and suspension. It doesn't include stripping your brakes down, which is what is required in order to find details such as your pads being fitted incorrectly... Possibly a result of you using cheap mechanics over the years.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service as always at…

Excellent service as always at Volksmaster Heywood, I've used them many times now and wouldn't go anywhere else. Friendly knowlegable staff and good customer service . Audi A4 service carried out including video health check . Thanks again

May 8, 2026
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Reply from Volksmaster

Hi Simon, we are pleased you were happy with our services. Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a 5-Star review :)

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