Central Motors

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Central Motors – Diagnostics, Repair & Maintenance for Bridport, Lyme Regis & All Surrounding Locations

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Your Local Garage Since 1970

Welcome to the new website of Central Motors, the Bridport and Lyme Regis areas’ trusted local garage mechanic. Offering a range of services covering everything from car servicing to MOT testing, DPF cleaning to expert repair of brakes, clutches and engines, we’re here to help keep your vehicle running safely and efficiently all year-round. Our expertise extends from cars to bikes and vans, so consider booking in at your earliest convenience should you require any of the following services:

Car Servicing
MOT Testing
DPF Cleaning
New Clutches
Brake Replacement
Engine Diagnostics & Repair
AdBlue Maintenance & Repair
Exhaust Fitting
Car Sales

Navigate our wider website to learn about what we do, or simply call our friendly team with any queries you might have. Note that we are IMI-qualified, allowing us to repair and maintain electric and hybrid vehicles, plus that our MOT testing capabilities cover Class 1 and 2 motorcycles and mopeds, Class 4 vehicles, Class 7 vehicles and light commercial vehicles up to 3000kg.

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About Us

Founded in 1970, Central Motors is a family-run garage mechanic welcoming clients from all locations throughout wider Dorset, not just Bridport and nearby Lyme Regis. With over 70 years of experience, you’ll be hard pressed to find a team of automotive experts capable of delivering car servicing, MOT testing, DPF cleaning or repair work on anything from engines to clutches to the same standards we do. Despite this experience, we refuse to rest on our laurels and take things for granted, allocating 12 specific development days each year to ensure we continue to offer the best service imaginable.

Known for our speed, efficiency and reliability, we’re all about building long-term client relationships; this is a big reason we come so highly recommended. We’re an AA- and RAC-approved garage, working with quality products and the latest technology on the market. Trading Standards Approved and a member of the AutoCare garages network, you’ll also find us listed on Trust My Garage, the leading UK trade association for independent garages.

Our Work

Want to see our team in action? Check out our gallery for some impressive before and afters. Whatever we’re doing, know that we uphold all manufacturer warranties on parts and materials, and we’re covered by both public and employer liability insurance policies, for your peace of mind.

Car Servicing

MOT Testing

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DPF Cleaning

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Car Servicing to Keep Things Running Like Clockwork

It’s vitally important to keep on top of car servicing to prevent serious issues emerging with components like brakes and clutches, which can lead to the need for far costlier repairs and put your safety at risk. We urge motorists in and around Bridport and Lyme Regis to follow manufacturer advice and invest in interim servicing every 6,000 miles or 6 months (whichever comes first), and full annual servicing every 12,000 miles or year.

At a glance, benefits of regular car servicing at a quality garage mechanic like Central Motors include: