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  • logosThe Perth Garage and Guildtown Garage are fitted with the latest electronic and engine diagnostics equipment that is updated daily and supported by the largest diagnostics organisation in the industry. This gives Alastair Reid Garages access to all of the information provided by manufacturers and ensures your vehicle is in safe hands with the latest information that until now has only been available to franchised dealers. Learn more
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  • diagnosticsIf you have a problem with your vehicle, then Alastair Reid Perth Garages will be able to help. With highly trained technicians and the latest diagnostic equipment, Alastair Reid is the place other garages come, when they have diagnostic problem

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    Diagnostics
  • inspect_engineAt Alastair Reid we offer you peace of mind, to get you back on the road as soon as possible if your vehicle needs to be repaired. With state of the art diagnostics . . .  Learn more . . .

    Car Repairs
  • enginetestAlastair Reid MOT centres in Perth and Guildtown are equipped with the latest test and diagnostic equipment to ensure your car gets a positive MOT test result.  Learn more . . .

    MOT Testing
  • fit_exhaustAn underperforming exhaust can lead to reduced engine efficiency and may even lead to unburnt gases in the exhaust system itself. This means your car may be using more fuel than it should.

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    Exhausts
  • Filters fitted to diesel engines will clog up after several years. The speed with which the filter clogs will depend on the frequency and type of driving the vehicle is used for.

    Until recently the only soltion when this happened was to replace the filter. Now, due to a revolutionary new technique, Alastair Reid Garages is able to offer a cost-effective alternative to motorists. Learn more . . .

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  • NEW!!! - Diesel particulate filters can now be cleaned

    Saving you £££'s - Find out more

Prompt and efficient service and ability to book my car in at short notice - Mr. Sinclair, Perth

Your Full Service Garage

When you need a full service garage in Perth or Perth-shire then your number 1 choice is the locally owned, independent Alastair Reid Garages. You have a choice of locations. Our city centre location in Whitefriars Street is conveniently located for shopping, work or meeting friends while your vehicle is cared for by our highly- trained team. Alternatively you can visit our Guildtown Garage, conveniently located 5 miles from Perth, where you will get a warm welcome and the use of a courtesy car while your vehicle is serviced, repaired or passes its MOT.

MOT Testing

You have a choice of MOT location for your next MOT. Alastair Reid MOT centres in Perth and Guildtown are equipped with the latest test and diagnostic equipment to ensure your car gets a positive MOT test result. In the event that your car requires additional work before passing an MOT then our qualified mechanics can undertaken any necessary repairs, with your consent.

Diagnostics

Should your vehicle need repairs, for whatever reason, then you are in safe hands. At Alastair Reid we offer you peace of mind, to get you back on the road as soon as possible. You are assured of a friendly family service that comes from being one of Perth-shires' top car repair centres. Each of our repair centres has the latest diagnostic equipment capable of quickly finding and analysing car repair needs. In addition, the Perth car repair centre also has light engineering and auto electronics facilities that are second to none.

Vehicle Recovery

Even when you maintain your vehicle regularly and to a high standard, breakdowns can occur. Should this unfortunate event happen to you then put yourself in safe hands with Alastair Reid Garages. We have a fully equipped recovery vehicle that can collect your car from the roadside, transport it to one of our repair centres, analyse the problem and get you back on the road in the fastest time possible.

Vehicle Servicing

Both Perth Garage and Guildtown Garage are able to offer you a full range of services. Vehicle servicing to manufacturers standards, whether in or out of warranty is avaialble at either location. Manufacturers of vehicles normally specify a service interval, calculated by either distance travelled or time since last service, whichever is sooner. Each manufacturer, for example a Ford Focus car service interval may differ from a Vauxhall Corsa car service. If you are uncertain of the requirements for your car please contact Alastair Reid.

Guaranteed work

Alastair Reid car repair centres have been serving the community of Perth and Perthshire for 60 years. You will find our honest, no nonsense approach to car repairs ensures you are on the road as quickly as possible. Above all we make sure that you are kept fully informed. And remember that all repairs and replacements undertaken by Alastair Reid are guaranteed for12 months, both parts and labour from the date of repair.

Alastair Reid Garages are committed to ensuring you receive the best possible service every time you visit one of our garages. Our people are trained to the highest standard, have the latest diagnostic equipment and will communicate in a timely manner. To demonstrate our commitment to delivering the highest standards of service we are affiliated to a number of industry and external codes of conduct. Click on the image below to find out more about these affiliations.

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