for those in Melbourne

[GoLfMan]

volkspower is the best for any kind of part, performace and spares. check them out. they also do servicing. http://www.volkspower.com.au/

[Boraboy]

I would recommend Burwin VW in Burwood Highway Fertree Gully for top service and the quality of the services they have carried out on the mighty Bora.

Every time it's been in for a service it has been ready on time, clean and there has always been a follow up phone call to check that everything is to my satisfaction.

Probably the best dealer I have dealt with.

Boraboy

[Campaign]

Been very happy with Burwin's spare parts department.

Had to almost twist the salesman's arm to get a drive of the new GTI though.

[Golfwise]

Dipstick holders get brittle and break real easy but throwing out the K&N is unforgivable.Hope you sued!

[ausgolfer]

I wouldn't recomend anyone in Melbourne to work on a VW or as a parts supplier. I've been ripped off on OE parts, aftermarket parts (also often passed of as OE), service work(paid $800 for LABOR alone for a cambelt service), at just about every VW place around Melbourne. I usually have to get parts from OS, a VW dealership were asking $85 dollars for each hydraulic lifter and I needed 16 of them.

[Golf Loon]

I wouldn't recomend anyone in Melbourne to work on a VW or as a parts supplier. I've been ripped off on OE parts, aftermarket parts (also often passed of as OE), service work(paid $800 for LABOR alone for a cambelt service), at just about every VW place around Melbourne. I usually have to get parts from OS, a VW dealership were asking $85 dollars for each hydraulic lifter and I needed 16 of them.

An all too familiar tale. Its a shame greedy service people have to make 300% on parts, as it turns people away from buying VWs.

[WABIT]

well my dad manages J&F Motors in richmond and they have way over 30yrs experience in vw's waterd or not, the boss has had the new beetle rsi in the GT races around aust and they came 2nd in the chanpionship up against a clubsport gts..... but they are a good mechanic garage.... check em out i know they are cheaper

wabit

[ausgolfer]

Really don't mean to offend anyone but if you read my above comments you'll notice I paid a lot for labour on a serivce once.
J&F motors in Richmond are Repco, VW specialists. But it took them 8 hours to change my oil, water, brake fluid and cambelt(approx 5-6 hours I was calling often to check up). I left a lot lighter in the wallet that day.
Again I don't mean to offend anyone.

[kai_h]

Volkspower are good - high-quality servicing by enthusiasts who know about VWs.
Closer to the city, Euroclass in Richmond are also good - mechanics on the level who know their stuff. Excellent prices too...

[artcrime]

I am afraid I havent had much luck at JF either, cost very close to $4K to replace the clutch and have some brake work done ( machine the disks) and replace timing chain, somehow the casing for the gearbox was broken and my nice silver case was replaced with something almost black, I have a feeling I wound up paying for that also, in the week that settlement on my house was due perhaps it hurt more than usual. On the other hand they have almost always been able to turn the car around a lot quicker than some others.
A|C

[blutopless2]

i have used volkshome automotive in thomastown now for a few years with both air and watercooled dubs. have not had a problem with them.

[Spyda]

I find it alot cheaper to just look it up on google or vortex or the best place here!!
There is always someone here who knows how to fix it. Then when you need a part you give matt a ring hehe or ebay.

[Peter Jones]

I find it alot cheaper to just look it up on google or vortex or the best place here!!
There is always someone here who knows how to fix it. Then when you need a part you give matt a ring hehe or ebay.


I'm with you on that score Spyda! :D

DIY all the way.

Pete

[Water Boy]

Yeah a few mixed emaotions about Volkspower latley :(

[geeza]

Hi Guy's,

Can i get a heads up on Volksaffair? i need to get my brakes and throttle cable done and did'nt really know where to go?

Cheers - Gary

[NGOLF.U]

Yeah a few mixed emaotions about Volkspower latley :(

i hear you....not a fan to be honest

[geeza]

ok - fair play - I tried emailing vw_techs@yahoo.com.au but got a bounce back - I'll have a little think on this one, thing is my throttle cable grommit went mental and i had to fix it with a clothes peg!!

[FknDubbin]

Hi Guy's,

Can i get a heads up on Volksaffair? i need to get my brakes and throttle cable done and did'nt really know where to go?

Cheers - Gary

LOL PM VW Thunder and ask him about them. As for Volkspower, i cant say much good about them lately either.

[hgonops]

If you want cheaper servicing using genuine parts, and no doubt pure honesty try VW tech. VW tech has a good knowledge of VW's and he is able to locate parts for you as well.

[OilBurna]

will do out of warranty most likely thanks

[cameo]

Volkspower have been great in regards to fixing up Dads KG to tip-top condish, and overall help with my search for a VW. Thanks Dean!

[Satanstoenail]

Hi Guy's,

Can i get a heads up on Volksaffair? i need to get my brakes and throttle cable done and did'nt really know where to go?

Cheers - Gary

I had my gearbox fixed there once and they did a great job.

[Spyda]

What about Volkswerke?

[OilBurna]

Had my clockspring replaced there today. Turned around quickly and reasonable price. Nice Rocco they have there as well. Seems like a nice bunch of guys. Will be going back for normal servicing. They also have free loaners - 2 x diesel Polo's. All you need to do is fill them back up with fuel. Was dam busy there this morning.

[Snail Style]

I'll throw myself in here :D