Turbocharger Posted June 17, 2006 Share Posted June 17, 2006 It's rare that outstanding service gets merit, but where it's due... I need a drop-arm ball joint kit but can't get to the shop before Pete shuts. "No problem," says Pete, "I know you're good for the money so I'll leave it in the paper shop three doors down, you can collect from them any time until 6pm". Continued custom justifies this level of service. This level of service means he gets my continued custom; I don't even check prices elsewhere any more. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dale Simpkins Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 It's rare that outstanding service gets merit, but where it's due...I need a drop-arm ball joint kit but can't get to the shop before Pete shuts. "No problem," says Pete, "I know you're good for the money so I'll leave it in the paper shop three doors down, you can collect from them any time until 6pm". Continued custom justifies this level of service. This level of service means he gets my continued custom; I don't even check prices elsewhere any more. I agree wholeheartedly. If you're in the Bristol area and need Land Rover parts, Pete is definately THE man! Nothing but the most excellent and friendly service, and it works both ways. I came across his parts van broken down on Tog Hill a while back. Towed his delivery driver and van back to the shop, next time I needed parts, they were on the house! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troddenmasses Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 Nothing but the most excellent and friendly service Thirded. I am much closer to MM4x4, but their attitude is absolutely awful. I always feel that they would much rather the customers just sod off and let them get on with the job of running a shop properly. They are quite large and well known though, so it can't matter to most people (either that, or their constant advertising has done them well) Pete on the other hand is further away, but I only buy parts from him now. Helpful, friendly service at a good price. What more can one say? (I have nothing to do with this company, other than being a satisfied customer, btw. All credit is definately deserved) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blippie Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 Concur. The shop doesn't look like much, but it's an Alladin's Cave, isn't it? Cheers C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott_Argyll Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 Concur. The shop doesn't look like much, but it's an Alladin's Cave, isn't it?Cheers C Testing these guys out today, seem really helpful on the phone and prices seem really good too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ciderman Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 I will not ever have a bad word said in my presence about Pete Davis From Christian Autos ,the Guy is a saint and seems to have an excellent tal ent on getting the parts right first time , In stock and the knowledge of every part you need for the described job in hand . I use Christian Autos for the work trucks and my own vehicles and fair play to him he gives me a better deal on my own stuff , And for a modest shop front he holds a better stock than Hunters (Main Stealer) Its Deffo an Aladins cave and Santas grotto rolled into one . And he delivers FOC . And even If your just passing he will always welcome his customers in for a social chat , But be aware he is a very busy chap . And Im sure he wouldnt mind telling you all that he is shut for a week from the 16th Aug ,So get in there before if you need summat . Jase Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
white90 Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 Why not get him to do some mail order? We (I) could do with a decent supplier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbocharger Posted August 15, 2008 Author Share Posted August 15, 2008 He's quite happy to post parts out, I've used him when I lived in Brighton and Northampton, and when I lived in LondonI ordered some wheel bearing bits by mail order - he was going to see his family in London anyway so he delivered them into my hand outside a pub in Hammersmith. As I said above (some time ago!) I don't look anywwhere else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott_Argyll Posted August 15, 2008 Share Posted August 15, 2008 Really sound bloke on the phone and the wife is going to pick the parts up this afternoon. Top man deffo my new landy parts supplier! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve King Posted August 15, 2008 Share Posted August 15, 2008 It is nice when you get good service! It would be nice if there was a good independent LR specialist or friendly main dealer around these parts! I stopped using the local main dealer as they are unhelpful to the point of being downright rude and also they are very expensive An independent authorised service centre and supplier of part opened just down the road from work a couple of years ago and I used them to buy a few minor items only as their prices were more or less the same as the main stealer. So anyway, the other day I gave my Defender a quick once over prior to going away for the Bank Holiday in order to give me time to sort out any problems. I found the serpentine belt had a chunk missing out of it and looked rather the worse for wear. I rang the independent place and they took the details and promised to phone me back with the price and availability. Needless to say they did not ring back as promised and after 24 hours had elapsed I called them back and they still didn't know the stock position or price and again promised to ring me back in a few minutes. They finally got back to me an hour later, by which time I had already ordered a couple off the net! The earliest they would have one in would be Tuesday which is more or less on a par with ordering over the net! Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Hiatt Posted August 15, 2008 Share Posted August 15, 2008 Any of you Bristol boys know Mike Pearce in Redfield? He has a Victorian house stacked cellar to attic with Series parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ciderman Posted August 16, 2008 Share Posted August 16, 2008 Any of you Bristol boys know Mike Pearce in Redfield? He has a Victorian house stacked cellar to attic with Series parts. Yes I have heard of him and his huge array of stock ,But I have never had the pleasure of a visit ,Tiz always been Christian Autos for me . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benthegardener Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 Had the pleasure of stumbling across Christian autos today. Needed a new exhaust, first job on my first land rover. Pete gave me an awesome price, rounded down the total. Had a bracket I was convinced would be a main dealer only part. After paying I realised I hadn't got some bolts I needed and as I didn't have the cash on me, Pete told me not to worry we could sort it out if I went back again. I will definitely go back again and recommend them to everyone I can. Incredible good service and knowledge. Very very impressed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheatfielder Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 Had the pleasure of stumbling across Christian autos today. Needed a new exhaust, first job on my first land rover. Pete gave me an awesome price, rounded down the total. Had a bracket I was convinced would be a main dealer only part. After paying I realised I hadn't got some bolts I needed and as I didn't have the cash on me, Pete told me not to worry we could sort it out if I went back again. I will definitely go back again and recommend them to everyone I can. Incredible good service and knowledge. Very very impressed. Yes Pete is top man, just ignore the fact he supports Leeds Utd. Given me excellent service for years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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