All cars over 4000 euro (unless sold on behalf of a customer) come with a 12 month or 20,000 km engine and gearbox warranty which ever comes soonest. On top of this for all cars sold over 5,000e all major items on the car i.e. axles, suspension, differentials, electrics, air conditioning, alternator, starter etc. will be covered for a period of 28 days from collection.
It should also be noted that with newer vehicles they may still be covered under manufacturers warranty, please check for details. All cars are valeted and serviced before release to customers, the service will include a cam belt change if this is necessary.
Please note that all customers have a duty of care to the vehicles they purchase, this includes stopping immediately if a red warning light comes on or if the temperature increases towards the red or hot zone. The vehicle should then not be driven until the cause of the problem has been investigated or serious damage may occur for which The British Garage will not be liable.
Oil and water levels should be checked regularly, if you can't do this we will do it for you free of charge, please read the following points:
The 28 day warranty covers both parts and labour for all major items on cars sold over 5,000e.
The 1 year engine and gearbox warranty covers parts and labour for all engine and gearbox internals not ancillaries for one year from the date of purchase.
The Manufacturers warranties are the sole responsibility of the manufacturers and its agents.
The warranty only covers the repair of the vehicle at a workshop of our choice.
The warranty does not cover any malfunction due to lack of care and attention, inadequate maintenance or neglect of servicing (we can advise you on this).
Damage caused by " kerbing ", accidents, weather or vandalism.
Damage caused by driving off road or on unsurfaced tracks.
Damage due to modifications, wider wheels, performance enhancements or the towing of trailers or caravans.