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Forza GB Chepstow
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- Lifer
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Forza GB Chepstow
Following the failure of the dreaded roof motor a couple of weeks ago, after some research, I decided to take the Zed to Forza GB
When I phoned to book it in I was told that they would like the car for two days to ensure the problem was the motor. I explained my logistical problem and was immediately offered the use of a courtesy car at no extra cost on the condition I refill it with fuel when I returned it.
I duly took the car to them on Wednesday morning and met the owner Stuart.
It was quite apparent on meeting him that he is extremely knowledgeable about BMWs and their issues.
I asked him if he could in addition to the motor check out a water leak in the car and fit a reversing sensor I had previously purchased if he had time.
Today I collected the Zed with the new motor fitted. Stuart showed me mine which was a lump of rust, which was found to be sat in a reservoir of water even though the drain holes were clear. (they are designed to fail)
The other jobs had been done and I got home a happy man.
I can highly recommend Forza to the forum from my own experiences.
They are hoping to eventually expand and open a workshop in the Bristol area
When I phoned to book it in I was told that they would like the car for two days to ensure the problem was the motor. I explained my logistical problem and was immediately offered the use of a courtesy car at no extra cost on the condition I refill it with fuel when I returned it.
I duly took the car to them on Wednesday morning and met the owner Stuart.
It was quite apparent on meeting him that he is extremely knowledgeable about BMWs and their issues.
I asked him if he could in addition to the motor check out a water leak in the car and fit a reversing sensor I had previously purchased if he had time.
Today I collected the Zed with the new motor fitted. Stuart showed me mine which was a lump of rust, which was found to be sat in a reservoir of water even though the drain holes were clear. (they are designed to fail)
The other jobs had been done and I got home a happy man.
I can highly recommend Forza to the forum from my own experiences.
They are hoping to eventually expand and open a workshop in the Bristol area
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Re: Forza GB Chepstow
My garage of choice for all work on my Z. Its a 50 mile round trip but its worth it as these guys really know thier stuff.
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Re: Forza GB Chepstow
Took my Z there on Thursday/Yesterday for an inspection 2 and fault finding for an electrical problem I'm having. Service was efficient, and as you say, Stuart seems very knowledgeable when it comes to Beemers.
Electrical problem is probably the alternator and is booked in to change in a couple of weeks. So far, very happy with the service
Electrical problem is probably the alternator and is booked in to change in a couple of weeks. So far, very happy with the service
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Re: Forza GB Chepstow
Worth knowing about, good BMW indi garages seem a bit thin on the ground around hereDav the wheel nut wrote:Following the failure of the dreaded roof motor a couple of weeks ago, after some research, I decided to take the Zed to Forza GB
When I phoned to book it in I was told that they would like the car for two days to ensure the problem was the motor. I explained my logistical problem and was immediately offered the use of a courtesy car at no extra cost on the condition I refill it with fuel when I returned it.
I duly took the car to them on Wednesday morning and met the owner Stuart.
It was quite apparent on meeting him that he is extremely knowledgeable about BMWs and their issues.
I asked him if he could in addition to the motor check out a water leak in the car and fit a reversing sensor I had previously purchased if he had time.
Today I collected the Zed with the new motor fitted. Stuart showed me mine which was a lump of rust, which was found to be sat in a reservoir of water even though the drain holes were clear. (they are designed to fail)
The other jobs had been done and I got home a happy man.
I can highly recommend Forza to the forum from my own experiences.
They are hoping to eventually expand and open a workshop in the Bristol area
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- Lifer
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Re: Forza GB Chepstow
Does anyone know if Forza have moved premises yet ?
I was in there around November and the receptionist, (Anne), told me they were looking to move to a smaller unit in Caldicot after Christmas (easier to heat). I've driven passed and seem a "To Let" sign up, but all of the website info still points to Chepstow ?
I was in there around November and the receptionist, (Anne), told me they were looking to move to a smaller unit in Caldicot after Christmas (easier to heat). I've driven passed and seem a "To Let" sign up, but all of the website info still points to Chepstow ?
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Re: Forza GB Chepstow
They're moving mid March. I'm booked in at Chepstow next week still
Alpina Roadster #307
Porsche Boxster GTS
Previous Zs
Stratus E86
G29 30i
1x Imola Z4MR
Alpina #019
10x E85 Se/Si Roadsters
2x E89's
Roof Motor Relocations (Bristol)
Porsche Boxster GTS
Previous Zs
Stratus E86
G29 30i
1x Imola Z4MR
Alpina #019
10x E85 Se/Si Roadsters
2x E89's
Roof Motor Relocations (Bristol)
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Forza GB Chepstow
We have moved away from Chepstow to Caldicot which is a far better unit and has the same SQFT as the last one. It is also a 60% cheaper than the previous unit
And just to let everyone know we offer 15% discount on labour to Z4-forum members - always!
And just to let everyone know we offer 15% discount on labour to Z4-forum members - always!
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Forza GB Chepstow
Hi, Would you put up your post code and new address for us please?ForzaGB wrote:We have moved away from Chepstow to Caldicot which is a far better unit and has the same SQFT as the last one. It is also a 60% cheaper than the previous unit
And just to let everyone know we offer 15% discount on labour to Z4-forum members - always!
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Yes its;
Unit 16c
Norman Way
Severbridge Industrial Estate
Caldicot
NP26 5PT
Unit 16c
Norman Way
Severbridge Industrial Estate
Caldicot
NP26 5PT
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Forza GB Chepstow
Forza was always reliable and fair price. Used them for E46 & E39 BMWs and he even did some work on my TVR Griffith.
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Forza GB Chepstow
Dav the wheel nut - How much did you pay in the end? Thanks!Following the failure of the dreaded roof motor a couple of weeks ago, after some research, I decided to take the Zed to Forza GB
When I phoned to book it in I was told that they would like the car for two days to ensure the problem was the motor. I explained my logistical problem and was immediately offered the use of a courtesy car at no extra cost on the condition I refill it with fuel when I returned it.
I duly took the car to them on Wednesday morning and met the owner Stuart.
It was quite apparent on meeting him that he is extremely knowledgeable about BMWs and their issues.
I asked him if he could in addition to the motor check out a water leak in the car and fit a reversing sensor I had previously purchased if he had time.
Today I collected the Zed with the new motor fitted. Stuart showed me mine which was a lump of rust, which was found to be sat in a reservoir of water even though the drain holes were clear. (they are designed to fail)
The other jobs had been done and I got home a happy man.
I can highly recommend Forza to the forum from my own experiences.
They are hoping to eventually expand and open a workshop in the Bristol area
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- Lifer
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Forza GB Chepstow
That was over 2 years ago.
If you have a roof motor failure then put a new post up asking for help as there are members on here who will do the job at a really good price and also relocate it in the boot so you have no further problems
If you have a roof motor failure then put a new post up asking for help as there are members on here who will do the job at a really good price and also relocate it in the boot so you have no further problems
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Forza GB Chepstow
Used these for servicing work this week, highly recommend! Will be returning for future work/servicing