Why are engine mounts important? Generally weighing between 130 to 350kg (approx 300–800lbs), your car’s engine is one of its heaviest components. Due to the engine’s weight, it needs to be mounted in place. This prevents the engine from moving or shaking...
Alright, so you’ve just rolled into Grimmer Motors in Hamilton, and your WOF’s failed because the car sounds like a boy racer on Avalon Drive. You’re not alone, aye – exhaust noise is one of those things a lot of us see, especially with how rough some of those...
What do differential seals actually do? Ever wondered how your wheels actually manage to take corners without screeching or skipping? It’s all thanks to your differential. Basically, this bit of kit lets the wheels on your car spin at different speeds when you go...
What does a transmission range sensor (switch) actually do? If you’ve ever hopped in your Corolla, Pajero, or Hyundai Elantra on a cold Hamilton morning, put it in drive, and found… well, nothing much happening, your transmission range sensor might just be the sneaky...
Why’s my brake pedal sitting lower than usual? Had a situation where your brake pedal’s sitting a bit closer to the floor than usual, especially driving around Hamilton East or down Ulster Street during peak hour? It happens more often than you’d think, and sometimes...
What does the speedometer cable do? Most modern cars use electronic speedometers, which don’t have a speedometer cable. However, there are still a large number of older vehicles with analog speedometers equipped. The speedometer cable, also known as the...
Booked the ol' Fuga in for a service this week. I dropped it off early to take advantage of the free clean and asked if I could have it ready at 3 pm. The service went well and they...
pointed out things that would need attention in the future. I like the introduction of the vehicle service and repair log book. Which has all my previous services and fix ups recorded in it. And the Fuga was freshly
cleaned and ready at 3pm, like they said. Thanks Team
Cinn Thornton
The team at Grimmer Motors are very friendly and have awesome customer service. My car needed scan as flashing light on dash. The problem was identified , easy to ...understand explanation given and quote for fix provided. Thanks team.
Pip Six
Awesome service. They communicated really well with me about what was going on and then fixed a few extras on the same day I took my van in. A great place.
Lincoln Fernandes
Fast easy reliable and much cheaper compared to dealerships
Hamish O'neill
Great customer service, good communication and works done on time. Thanks Grimmers
Sarah Bowers
Love leaving our car(s) in the friendly and capable hands at Grimmer Motors. Everything from drop off, reception, communication and the work done is of a high standard... and much apprecaited. Another happy customer - thanks Grimmers.
