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The different types of car service
There are 3 types of car service – oil change, interim service and full service. As a general rule, you should service your vehicle annually or at 12,000 miles, whichever is sooner and alternate the car service from Interim Service to a Full service over the years. Our customers have the option of choosing an oil […]

How to prevent keyless car theft
Tips on how to keep your vehicle safe and secure Most modern-day vehicles no longer come with a car key as we know it, instead new technology allows the owner to unlock, start, stop, and lock the vehicle using a keyless fob – this has caused an increase in keyless car theft. With vehicles that […]

Dashboard Warning Lights – What do They Mean?
Every time you get into your vehicle and turn the ignition on to start the car’s engine, dashboard warning lights will appear in different colours, usually behind the steering wheel. These lights are designed to inform you that all the systems on your vehicle are all working correctly. If the car is functioning as it […]

New Employee alert!
Chris has been in the motor industry for the past 21 years working for a large local franchise. He started as a young, enthusiastic lad, gained his qualification and worked his way up to the role of Business Manager.

Vehicle Safety Checks for Winter
Discover our top tips and safety checks to keeping safe on the road this winter Here are our top vehicle safety checks for winter to ensure you and your vehicle stay safe on the road this season. The winter weather can be tough to endure not only for us but also for our vehicles. Weather […]

Free Winter Health Check
Book your free winter health check in December With the winter weather upon us and the go ahead to travel to see family over the Christmas period don’t get caught out in the cold this winter. Book in with us for a FREE Winter health check and we will ensure you stay mobile to get […]

New Car Warranty and Servicing
Do I need to have my vehicle serviced by a dealership? If you have just purchased a new vehicle with a warranty or have a vehicle that is still under its warranty period do I have to get my car serviced by a dealership? The short answer is NO. The EU Block Exemption legislation which […]

Is Your Vehicle MOT Ready?
MOT testing was reintroduced from 1 August 2020 as COVID-19 restrictions lifted. With a majority of vehicles spending the last few months sat on the drive or roadside due to the coronavirus pandemic, most vehicles are either in need of an MOT or are over due an MOT. These simple checks will help you […]

Classic Car Restoration – Escort Series 2 rs Turbo
This Escort series 2 rs turbo was brought into L&J Vehicle Specialists all the way from Middlesex. Our website caught the eye of our customer and delivery of this iconic car was arranged. The customer had only just purchased this hot hatch and had a list of improvements he wanted to make. On arrival […]
COVID-19 – what this means for drivers
We understand many car owners have questions around COVID-19 and often wondering where can I drive my car? How do I keep my car maintained and what financial support is there? We hope this list of resources from the key industry players provides those all-important answers. When can I use my car during COVID-19? Last […]
Keeping your vehicle maintained during COVID-19
During COVID-19 most vehicles have been parked on driveways or streets unused, and with lockdown still in force, maintaining your car is going to be important. Here are just a few checks to keep your vehicle maintained so you can be sure that your car will be ready to use safely when it’s next needed. […]
We’re open for business during COVID-19
L&J Vehicle Specialist have teamed up with the NHS, emergency services, the official MOD, armed forces, teachers & support workers who are providing a key service to all in the UK during this current crisis. As public transport is not recommended, key workers rely on their vehicles to be fit for the road. We are proud […]
Why is it important to get your car serviced?
Regularly servicing your car can make the difference between it running smoothly and fuel efficiently, and the risk of it breaking down and incurring an expensive and unexpected repair’s. Here at L&J vehicle specialist we offer car servicing to all makes and models of vehicles including light commercials, classic & modified cars, to customers in […]
Welcome to our new Blog page
LJ Vehicle Speclialist are delighted to welcome you to our new blog. We’ll be updating you on our latest car projects and providing you with some useful tips and guides to help keep your vehicle maintained to the best standard. This might include making modifications and carrying repairs to tips on how to keep you […]