Queens Park Garage, Bournemouth

At Queens Park Garage in Bournemouth, we know the damage that a change in the weather can do to cars. Colder and wetter weather generally means that breakdowns are more likely and minor issues can become bigger problems when you least expect.

The good news is there are few bits of maintenance you can do to keep your car in good condition during the winter months.

Here’s our quick guide...

There’s nothing worse than hitting a pothole. Unfortunately, there seem to be a lot of them about on country roads as of late and, especially if you are a commuter, it is stressful not knowing when they will be repaired. In the UK alone, nearly a million potholes were notified in 2017/18 and the situation doesn’t seem to have improved much in 2019.

At Queens Park Garage in Bournemouth, we see a pretty broad range of cars from new to old. One question we often get asked is how to pick a great car when buying second hand.

The truth is that if you are not a mechanic, it can be difficult to know your alternator from your brake pads, so sometimes it is handy to ask for some professional advice and do your research. Buying a used car represents a significant investment. You’re looking at spending at least £2,000 and maybe much more depending on the age of the car.