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This is our story, from where it started to the daily happenings in the garage. Including everything from the good times and easy jobs to the nightmare jobs and tears. Hopefully this gives you an insight that you don't normally get from garages.

Jun272025 Coolant Leak Found – Water Pump and Timing Belt Kit Replacement in Newtownabbey

Coolant Leak Found – Water Pump and Timing Belt Kit Replacement in Newtownabbey

Coolant leak traced to the water pump. We replaced it along with the timing belt kit. Safe, reliable, and sealed again. Done at 1Stop Motor Shop in Newtownabbey.

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Jun262025 BMW Air Suspension Drops Overnight – Compressor Leak Found in Newtownabbey

BMW Air Suspension Drops Overnight – Compressor Leak Found in Newtownabbey

BMW kept dropping after being parked. We found the air suspension compressor was leaking, causing pressure loss. Fixed fast at our Newtownabbey garage.

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Jun252025 Rear Suspension Bush Worn and Coming Away – Found in Newtownabbey

Rear Suspension Bush Worn and Coming Away – Found in Newtownabbey

Rear suspension bush worn and coming away from the wishbone. We replaced it to restore safe, smooth handling. Book your suspension check in Newtownabbey.

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Jun242025 Dirty Oil Filter? This Is Why Regular Servicing Matters – Newtownabbey Garage Example

Dirty Oil Filter? This Is Why Regular Servicing Matters – Newtownabbey Garage Example

Neglected oil filter? This one hadn’t been changed in a long time and was on the verge of collapse. Regular servicing protects your engine — book in today.

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Jun232025 Audi A6 Air Conditioning Not Blowing Cold? Leak Found in Newtownabbey

Audi A6 Air Conditioning Not Blowing Cold? Leak Found in Newtownabbey

Audi A6 came in with no cold air. We used UV dye to find a leak in the condenser. Replaced, re-gassed, and the car now blows cold again — sorted in Newtownabbey.

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Jun202025 Engine Warning Light and Power Loss? Cracked Inlet Manifold Found at 1Stop Motor Shop

Engine Warning Light and Power Loss? Cracked Inlet Manifold Found at 1Stop Motor Shop

Vehicle came in down on power with the engine light on. We used our smoke machine to diagnose a cracked inlet manifold. Replaced and now driving like new.

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Jun192025 Mini Engine Warning Light On in Newtownabbey? Blocked Intake Flaps Diagnosed

Mini Engine Warning Light On in Newtownabbey? Blocked Intake Flaps Diagnosed

Mini in with the engine light on and poor performance. We found the intake manifold flaps were completely choked with soot. Airflow restored in Newtownabbey.

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Jun182025 Ford Focus RS Engine Light On? Misfiring Across Multiple Cylinders Diagnosed in Newtownabbey

Ford Focus RS Engine Light On? Misfiring Across Multiple Cylinders Diagnosed in Newtownabbey

Engine light flashing and rough running in your Focus RS? We diagnosed a misfire across multiple cylinders in our Newtownabbey garage. Learn what caused it and how we fixed it.

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Jun162025 Mercedes Door Noise When Opening or Closing? Check the Check Straps

Mercedes Door Noise When Opening or Closing? Check the Check Straps

Mercedes making a cracking noise when you open the door? It might be worn door check straps. See how we diagnosed and fixed this issue fast in Newtownabbey.

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