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Why You Should Leave All Vehicle Repairs To A Professional Have you ever seen someone ignore their car running on

5 Warning Signs Of Transmission Problems. We compiled a list of all the signs and warnings of transmission problems. Stay

The importance of your car’s coolant system & how to maintain it. ✔🚗⁣⁣⁠ Your car’s coolant system is very important.

Wax on, wax off. 🧼🧽 ⁣⁠Do you wax your car correctly? Below we decided to share our top tips for

Do you know which part of your car damps or absorbs the rebound and compression of the suspension? Which part

What are the functions of your car’s accessory belts? We will be sharing everything you need to know about your

You’re the “it’s okay, I know my car” kind of owner. ⁣⁠We decided to share with you 3 surprising ways

Did you just purchase a car? Moved to Cape Town surrounding areas? Or maybe you just need a mechanic you

Has it been a while since your last car service and you’re not sure where to take your baby? 🤔⁣⁠

We know cars!⁣⁣⁠ If you’re looking for a multi-functional repair shop, look no further! 😄🚗 At 3 Service Centre, we

Goodbye, 2021. Hello, 2022! 😄🎉🚗⁣⁣⁠ As we’re stepping into the new year, we have a chance to start over. To

3 Service Centre is a car repair and service shop. What makes us different from other car mechanics? Well, our

As regular drivers, we become very comfortable on the road in our cars. However, let’s go over some olden but

6 ways to save money on car repairs 🔧🧰⁣⁠ 6 Steps to save on car repairs 1️⃣ Owner’s manual: Reading

My car broke down on the road, now what? 🚗❌🛣⁣⁠ Breaking down on the road can be very stressful if

Have you been taking your battery to be repaired over and over again? Is this your 3rd visit to the

My job is to fix your car, but more than that- my passion is to provide you with the best

At 3 Service Centre, we do all suspension work. This is the sum of all elements that lay between the

Sunroofs are great features of modern cars. More ventilation, more sunlight, and more freedom. This feature can make any driver

Need new tyres? Not sure? 🎡⁣⁠ Healthy tyres for driving are just as important as healthy feet for walking. Just

Do you know how to ship a car the right way? Whether you are moving to another country, buying a

Your car might seem fine, but is it? 🤔 Sometimes our cars leak, rattle and smoke to tell us there

Boom! An explosion just protected your life! 🧨🚗⁣⁠ That’s right, your airbag is activated by a controlled explosion, which protects

Did you know your car will tell you if it needs a brake replacement? 🚗🤔 ⁣⁣⁠ Here are 3 signs

You’ve found the perfect BM for you. Now it’s time to pay… You can’t figure out whether you should lease

Is an extended warranty worth it in 2022? 🤔 Let’s talk.⁣⁠ An extended warranty What is an extended warranty? An

Whether your loved one owns a BM or you are a BM fanatic looking for something nice for yourself- here

Do you know what’s worse than a hot day? Climbing into your hot car and your aircon blows warm air

Preventative maintenance allows your car to be diagnosed and maintained before it leads to long-term and costly damages. So obviously,

Here are 5 quick tips to keep your baby in tip-top shape, to make it last longer and function optimally. 

Your brakes are an essential contributor to your safe travels.🚗⁣⁠ Each time you drive, your brakes inevitably wear.⁠ What happens

Is it time for a car service? 🚗🔧🤔⁣⁠ Two signs you should get a car service done Two clear indications

A good auto mechanic can fix your car. A great auto mechanic knows how to listen to you and meet

Do you have questions about servicing your car? We have answers.✔😄⁣⁠ Most common questions regarding car services Here are our

⁣⁠Power steering: a fancy-schmancy tech for expensive cars only”… not quite. 😂😄⁣⁠ What is powersteering? Yes, power steering is great

A good car mechanic is all about work ethic and integrity. As an honest mechanic, there are some scammy repairs

As a car repair shop in the biz for 40 years, we get a lot of questions and we know

Did you know MINI Cooper emerged from a napkin? 😅😨 That’s right, the first MINI design was drawn on a

Your engine is the heart of your car- without it, your car won’t work. That is why it’s absolutely essential

Is your car out of motor plan? Do you need experts to take care of your 4-wheeled friend? Or maybe

I’ve just taken a long road trip, now what?⁣⁣ 6 Things to do during post-road trip car care Welcome back!

You might know that getting your car serviced is one of the duties of a car owner. However, do you

2022! 🎉 New Year, New You, New BM models to look forward to! 🤩🚗⁣⁠ New BM models in 2022: ✔

What is BM’s “Recommended Condition Based Servicing” BM specialist shops do Recommended Condition Based Servicing As a repair shop specialising

Why do engines overheat? 🚗🔥 ⁣⁣⁠ Engines usually overheat when there is a problem with the cooling system and heat

What’s that vibration? 🤔⁣⁠ The main cause of car vibration is tyre faults Many things could be causing your car

📑🛢 Your beginner’s guide to car oil. In today’s post, you’ll learn everything you need to know (or have forgotten)

Local is lekker!🥳🎉 There is no better feeling than being able to say “Don’t worry, I know a trusted mechanic

Servicing your car regularly is a must for every car owner. I’ve dedicated my career to being a car repair

Don’t you hate it when your car gets hot and you have no idea if it’s just our intense South

Are you adjusting your car seat correctly?⁣⁠ Your car mirrors and seat position determines your visibility and your accessibility in

Is your car pulling to the side? 🤔 ⁣⁠ Reasons your car is pulling to the side: This may be

Manual vs Automatic- which one is better? Not sure which to choose? Well, both car types have their benefits so

Here at 3 Service Centre, safety is our priority. That’s why I’ve decided to pop in here today and share

Have you ever heard the term “prevention is better than cure?” Well, it applies to your car too.🚗✔⁣⁠ What does

Constantly having to replace your battery due to lack of proper care can become very stressful and pricey. Here are

Let’s say you only take your vehicle in for repair once things are broken. Or you ignore the odd smells,

With hundreds of new mechanics emerging every day, it gets tricky to determine which mechanic will provide quality services! 🔧🚗⁣⁠

Here at 3 Service Centre, we have 40 years of experience and passion in servicing ALL vehicle brands. We encourage

As a car owner, you’ve probably heard “get your car serviced” many times. However, what does a full car service

Hi guys! 😄 Today I’m popping in here to share some tips on caring for your tyres.⁣⁠ Everything you need

Is your engine crying for help? Unsure? 🚗⁣⁠ Signs of a problematic engine Here are 5 signs you need to

Is your car’s radiator problematic? Unsure? 🤔⁣⁠ What is a radiator? Your radiator is the component in your car that

Does your clutch need professional help? 🤔🚗 Here are 7 signs you need to take your 4-wheeled friend to a

Whether you’re working at home now or you’re just driving less to save petrol- your car still requires maintenance while

Are you reducing your car’s resale value and overall worth without even knowing it? 🤔🚗⁣⁠ Let’s go over these 6

“Maybe if I ignore my warning lights, they’ll eventually go away by themself.”⁣⁠ “Let me just turn the radio louder,

Hi guys! 😄 Today I’m popping in here to share some tips on caring for your tyres.⁣⁠ How to care

Is your car due for a wheel alignment? You don’t know?⁣⁠ Tell Tales Of Unaligned Wheels Don’t fret. Often our

10 Questions to ask before hiring a mechanic The 10 questions you should ask yourself when choosing an auto mechanic:

The festive season is here. For most people that means more adventures, even at night. 🚗🌃⁣⁣⁠ How night driving reduces

Was that just a minor slip up or are my brakes trying to tell me something? 🤔🚗⁣⁠ Your brakes are

If you think that washing your car means just using soap and water to get the dirt off- you might

When was the last time you had your car’s interior inspected? 🚗🔎🚗🔎⁣⁠ The importance of regular interior car inspections Regular

We specialise in BMs! Our passion is to provide you with top-quality tips, repairs, and services from our 40 years

If you are from South Africa, you know that the petrol station is the most expensive place right now! 😂🚗⁣⁠

Summertime is approaching! Here are quick tips and tricks to protect your car from harsh and hot weather. These tricks

Did you know: Your car’s functionality depends 90% on fluids? 🚗🌊⁣ Important fluids your car need Yes, your engine, steering

Have you found the “perfect” second-hand car, but you’re unsure whether you should purchase it or not? Before buying any

Purchasing a second-hand car has become a very popular way of getting a vehicle. Whether you’re in the process of

Are you unsure when to change the spark plugs in your car?🔌🔌 The functions of a spark plug: Spark plugs

With over 40 years of experience in specialising in BM vehicles, you’ll be surprised by all the great things I’ve

Did you know the optimum functioning of airbags actually depends on the windscreen?⁣⁠ The relationship between your windscreen and airbags 

Do you usually ignore all the confusing flashy lights on your dashboard, in hopes they automatically go away? How to

Wondering why you should service your car regularly? Well, I’m here to help you out today! Reasons to have your

Popping on here to share a couple of ways that you can make your car last longer! Ways to extend

How do I know whether my vehicle needs a wheel alignment? Have a look at these common signs that your

I’m sure you know that your vehicle’s engine gets hot. In order to prevent your engine from overheating, your radiator

When last did you have your car serviced? 💨⁠ How often you should get your car serviced As a general

Taking care of your car, getting regular services, fixing any problems as they come up, and most importantly finding a

Small problems are easy to ignore if they aren’t causing a major inconvenience and aren’t negatively impacting a large part

Let’s look at how you go about changing your windscreen wipers without relying on a mechanic. How to change your

How often do you find yourself idling your car? What is idling? Your first response to this might be what

While 3 Service Centre is more than ready to handle any vehicle repairs that you may need we would actually

Most people don’t actually have a dedicated mechanic and it’s only when the service light comes on (or often much

Sometimes it’s difficult to know if you should change your windscreen wipers, but here are some clear signs that the

As anyone who has owned a car can tell you tyre pressures are super common (and super annoying…) So, I

If you plan on buying or selling a car second hand then your car will need to pass the roadworthy

Do you know how to position your car’s mirrors? Doing this simple task correctly may save you from having an

When most people get their first car they have no idea what being a car owner entails and make some

The importance of your car’s tyre pressure Incorrect car inflation levels Firstly having your tyres under or overinflated are both

Most people who have owned a car know that it is important to check their car’s oil regularly, yet despite

If you are driving and it feels like your steering wheel is pulling to one side, effectively trying to have

Let’s take a look at some of the checks you can do on various components of your car to ensure

A lot of people don’t really know how to adjust their car’s seat and mirrors to suit them. Yet this

Time for a road trip? Make sure you pack these car survival items just in case! You never know if

Are you ready for a little escape from reality? Or do you need to take a far-away work trip? It’s

Some signs to look out for that indicate that your engine needs some help! What you should be looking out

How do I know whether my vehicle needs a wheel alignment? Have a look at these common signs that your

I’m sure you know that your vehicle’s engine gets HOT HOT. In order to prevent your engine from overheating, your

Check out these 5 ways to extend your car’s battery life (Because what’s more annoying than being stuck somewhere with a

Working from home during this pandemic and not traveling around as much as usual? I’m sure this relates to many

Something feeling weird with your clutch? It’s time you chat to a mechanic about it! Check out these signs that

Servicing your car is incredibly important, and you can easily budget for it! Costs can end up being so much

Make sure you’re treating your tyres right! Have a look at these simple tyre care tips to make sure your

When last did you have your car serviced? As a general rule you should be having your car professionally serviced