Citroën
Diagnosis and repair for Citroëns, including the older ones.
“He has saved both my Citroens.” Linda W.
Specialist French vehicle mechanics
French cars are different. Craig knows them.
Citroën, Peugeot and Renault repairs in Kingston, plus other European cars and EVs. Trading as French Car Care since 2011.
4.9 on Google
from 26 reviewsOpen Monday to Wednesday
In the workshop. Spot the 2CV by the back wall.
2011
The year French Car Care started trading under that name. Fifteen years on, the name hasn’t changed.
4.9
Average across 26 Google reviews. Read what people wrote further down the page.
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Days a week the workshop is open: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Ring ahead before you bring the car in.
What we fix
Built in France. Looked after in Kingston.
French cars do things their own way, and a general workshop doesn’t always know where to look. As one long-time customer put it: “French cars can be difficult and unique.” That’s what a specialist is for.
Peugeot
Peugeot mechanical work and diagnosis from a specialist in French vehicles.
Renault
Renault repairs and mechanical work, with the same French-car know-how applied to the diamond badge.
Other European cars
Not French? European cars come through the workshop too.
“If have an European car or electric car, he is definitely the one in the area.” Thomas T.
Electric vehicles
EVs are on the list as well. One customer had an electric van serviced here, and another rates Craig for electric cars.
Parts, sourced properly
When a job needs a part that isn’t on the shelf, Craig orders it in.
“Made special order for the parts needed.” Thomas T.
I have had him sort out my car problems for almost 20 years now and can recommend him.
Michael Davis
Google review
The workshop
Specialist work, explained properly.
French Car Care is in the Mertonvale Circuit units in Kingston. Reviews name Craig again and again, for the work itself and for the way he explains it.
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You’ll know what’s going on
Reviewers keep coming back to the same thing: Craig takes the time to explain the job.
“He answered and explained all the questions.” Thomas Tudor
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Fair on the bill
Two different reviewers used the word “fair” about the pricing.
“Fair pricing for exceptional service, knowledge and skill.” A G
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Straight answers
Honest comes up in the reviews more than once.
“I appreciate his open and honest feedback.” Linda Williams
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Care with your car
One customer noticed the extra effort, and wrote about it.
“Even made effort to keep the interior and exterior my car clean from the fluid and grease why doing the dirty work.” Bach Hoang
In their words
“This chap is in a league of his own.”
4.9
26 reviews on Google
“You will not find a more professional and honest mechanic. Craig can fix anything. I have had him sort out my car problems for almost 20 years now and can recommend him. French cars can be difficult and unique. He is fun to do business with.”
“Craig was incredibly reliable and knowledgeable. Very happy chatting to him, he answered and explained all the questions. He didn't ask for deposit upfront but made special order for the parts needed. Very fair and reasonable labour pricing. If have an European car or electric car, he is definitely the one in the area.”
“French car expert near Cygnet. Fair pricing for exceptional service, knowledge and skill. Clear, helpful communication from a trustworthy, auto expert. This chap is in a league of his own.”
“Craig is knowledgable about French cars. Answered my questions and explained to me the mechanic side of things. Even made effort to keep the interior and exterior my car clean from the fluid and grease why doing the dirty work. Highly recommend”
“Craig is very knowledgeable and accommodating. He has saved both my Citroens and I appreciate his open and honest feedback.”
Hours & location
Open three days a week.
The workshop is open Monday to Wednesday. Give Craig a ring before you drop in, so he knows the car is coming.
- Monday
- 9am to 5pm
- Tuesday
- 9am to 5pm
- Wednesday
- 9am to 5pm
- ThursdayToday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Get in touch
Something not right with the car?
Tell Craig the make, the model and what it’s doing. The quickest way is a call or a text to the mobile. If he can’t pick up, leave a message.
Monday to Wednesday, 9am to 5pm