Black Swan Tyre and Exhaust Centre Ltd

In August 2021, Nicola B said:

I pulled up on Blackswans forecourt with a flat tyre. I had to wait for Chris to finish typing, I said I need help dose he have any air. He said no it’s broken at the momment, even though I could here it. I asked if he could change my tyre and that I would pay. He said no, but he could sell me a tyre, he only had the more expensive ones. He then said he had to go out and left me there. I asked the man next door at Bumps and Scuffs who changed my tyre and recommend Bucks Horn Oak tyres & brakes. I went straight there, they had second hand and new tyres. The tyre was changed straight away. Excellent services and they now have our family motoring needs

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[Response from Owner of Black Swan Tyre & Exhaust] Hi Nicola, We’re sorry to hear that you feel like you weren’t given a good service as that was not our intention. There are a couple of things that we would like to just clear up in regards to what you experienced as they are not quite accurate… When you say you had to wait for me to finish typing that was only because I was finishing a quote which I had promised a customer by a certain time, so just as if I had been on the phone the customer would have to wait a few minutes, I did acknowledge your presence though and said I’d be with you ASAP, you appeared to accept this and waited. In regards to the compressors, we have 2 compressors and the one that operates to the front of the building was and still is awaiting repair, so that’s why I couldn’t give you any air. You may have heard a compressor but not a usable one for your situation, if you had raised that with me I would have explained this to you as I would never want you to feel mislead in anyway. I explained that if you needed a tyre I could do that, but with it being an older car, the only tyre I had in stock was probably not in line with the price and the value of your car but I could get a cheaper one later. I am able to replace a tyre as the compressor that works is at the back of the workshop but as previously mentioned the air line does not reach to the front of the building. I did mention that I had an appointment booked in at our other branch and that 2 of my team would help if you required any further assistance. I would never just leave a customer with no explanation. Not sure what else I could do, we try and operate by appointment now to avoid situations like this, we did not know you were coming as there was no call ahead (if we knew I would have recommended a business just up the road after explaining why I couldn’t fix immediately) and apart from the compressor not working unfortunately we do not always have staff free to drop what they are doing when someone turns up without an appointment. I am however, pleased to hear you could get it repaired elsewhere more promptly as I don’t like to see anyone stranded. Chris

In October 2020, Nigel M said:

Just 4 complaints, and have deducted one star per complaint:
1. Ordered 2 Michelin ZP run flat tyres on their website. On arrival Chris said I hadn't ordered run flat tyres, then claimed none of the tyres on the car were run flat. I argued that Michelin ZP = Zero Pressure = run flat. Chris called his depot who informed him they were run flat. Tail between legs got on with job.
2. Sign on window claiming they sanitise all cars after work. Chris handed over the car with no sanitising at all. Claimed cleaning materials were in loo and someone else was in there.
3. Quick drive down A31 and noticed shuddering and vibration from new tyres at 70mph. Returned to Chris, said couldn't do anything until the morning. So I went to Merityre who said wheels Chris re-fitted were really badly out of balance "70g out of balane WTH old Weights still on the wheel". Chris refused to reimburse Merityre invoice, so I'm £22 worse off.
4. During the work, Chris said rear brake pads and discs were very low and he could replace them. I declined and have just been for BMW main dealer service and they said they're only half worn and ok for another 10,000 miles. Interesting.
Summary: not impressed.

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In February 2020, Andrea R said:

Always helpful, considerate brilliant team.
I recommend them to anyone

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In January 2020, Gary H said:

Superb! Went the extra mile in terms of customer satisfaction. Would definitely use again

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In January 2020, Vicky L said:

Fast and friendly service

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In January 2020, Vicky S said:

Awesome. So helpful. Always fit me in, no matter how busy they are

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In January 2020, Keith H said:

A great service. will come again

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In December 2019, Anne S said:

Used Black Swan for a tyre change

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In December 2019, Clive S said:

Very happy with their service

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In September 2019, Martin D said:

Quick efficient tyre fitting service. I am so relieved that they went out of their way to show me and then corrected for me, a potential risk to my brake pipes, that had been wrongly fitted by the franchise garage at the last service.

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In September 2019, Judy S said:

Always helpful , friendly and polite.
My first port of call.

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In May 2019, Janet A said:

Such excellent service from Chris and his team - nothing is too much trouble and they are always very willing and helpful, thank you.

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In May 2019, Brian H said:

Fantastic service. Even fixed motor on a Sunday

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In January 2019, Amber C said:

Excellent customer service.Reasonably priced and work done on my car was completed in a timely manner

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In January 2019, Stuart V said:

Excellent service. Friendly staff. Fair prices. Perfection, highly recommended

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In January 2019, Chris H said:

Excellent service

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In January 2019, Jeanette G said:

Excellent personal servicing at a very competitive price

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In January 2019, Thomas B said:

Excellent service and follow-up. Thanks for all the help.

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In January 2019, Colin S said:

Excellent service, will be back.

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In January 2019, Steve C said:

Good price and good service. All done with a smile.

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In December 2018, David S said:

Excellent service, fast and efficient.

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In November 2018, Karen W said:

Friendly, helpful advice. Quick service.

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In November 2018, Martin . said:

Always great service, well done.

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In November 2018, John S said:

Fitment of new tyres - continued very good service, which has been my experience over many years. Please keep it up!

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In October 2018, Nicola M said:

Always found them to be very helpful and great service

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