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CARMAKEOVER BARNSLEY LTD
122 Doncaster Road Barnsley S70 1TP
Barnsley
UPDATE: Dangerous Brakes! In February 2025, I purchased a Mini from Car Makeover Barnsley. By May 2025, the brakes had developed a grinding noise so I took it to my local garage for investigation. Upon inspection, the garage advised the brake calliper carrier, which should be secured by 4 bolts, was only held in place with a single, finger-tight bolt, rendering the car incredibly dangerous! The bolts on the other brake calliper were also cross threaded. This required two new calliper carriers, along with replacement discs and pads due to damage caused by the loose carrier - an expensive fix! The garage advised that these issues were caused by previous poor workmanship, so I got in contact with Michael at Car Makeover to ask if he would cover the costs, in line with my statutory rights. He made no apology for the dangerous condition of the vehicle he had sold, and accused me of causing the issues with the brakes myself! He did not agree that the car was dangerous, despite the photos and videos I had sent him, along with what I was told by the mechanics. I sent a follow-up message to which Michael did not reply. It is extremely disappointing to be treated with such a lack of care when the car was sold to me with a serious issue, caused by whoever had worked on it before my ownership! ------------------------------------- Original Review: My experience with Car Makeover has been great. I purchased a Mini from Michael, which he made sure was serviced and MOT'd ready to go. During the MOT process, a few issues cropped up with the car, but Michael made sure all of them were sorted before I travelled up to view it. Once I got there, looked around the car and took it for a drive, I couldn't fault it. Knowing I've got a car in great condition, with full MOT and recent service means I can actually enjoy driving it! The purchasing process was made simple, and I got a great car for a reasonable price. Would happily return, thanks Michael.
Kieran Perry
30 July 2025
Sold my dad’s lovely old jaguar in March 2025 for health reasons. Mike was reliable and very easy to work with from the off. Having agreed a price Mike asked if we wanted to keep my dad’s personal number plate. Given the circumstances and despite several suggestions I should ( from Mike) as a family we said it was fine to go. Job done! However after several other family members saying I was crazy I decided to contact Mike in JULY to discuss the possibility of retrieving the registration for sentimental reasons. This is where Mike has gone over and above! . Long story short today I’ve collected the paperwork and have registered the private plate to my car. Mike has been absolutely brilliant , completely honest and trustworthy through this whole situation. I live in Birmingham and I’m so relieved and grateful to Mike for making this happen. He’s not made a penny and car-makeover Barnsley has got a massive 10 stars from me!! I’ll also be making a donation to Alzheimer’s uk for both our wonderful parents.
Jane Howard
30 July 2025
Friendly and helpful.
Roy Ducker
04 July 2025
Really good car dealer Mick sorted me out most easy car purchase I’ve ever had answered my questions best service I’ve ever experienced MOT, serviced and Valet the car for me can’t recommend enough thanks Mick keep it up
Callum Bramall
14 May 2025
Car Makeover Barnsley have been great. I purchased a Ford Focus, which is beautiful to drive... We recently had a problem with one of the injectors and they covered the part and half the labour cost, which was very good of them.
Steven Sylvester
30 April 2025
My experience with Car Makeover has been great. I purchased a Mini from Michael, which he made sure was serviced and MOT'd ready to go. During the MOT process, a few issues cropped up with the car, but Michael made sure all of them were sorted before I travelled up to view it. Once I got there, looked around the car and took it for a drive, I couldn't fault it. Knowing I've got a car in great condition, with full MOT and recent service means I can actually enjoy driving it! The purchasing process was made simple, and I got a great car for a reasonable price. Would happily return, thanks Michael.
Kieran Perry
17 February 2025
The sales man Dave was absolutely brilliant. No pressure to buy, extra long road test, very knowledgeable of the car and he delivered it. I would highly recommend this company to buy your 2nd hand car from.
Mark Young
14 February 2025
Brilliant customer service had a couple of issues but was straight on it and sorted straight away can't ask for more thanks
Dale Riddiford
01 February 2025
Was sent to these guys by my dad who bought his car from here not to long ago and had no problems. Got my first car off these guys and they were amazing all the way through made it so easy and straightforward they went above all expectations to ensure that my car was in good condition Thank you Mick and Dave
Harley
25 January 2025
Called in to this dealer just before Christmas knowing nothing about them and not having read any reviews. I was spoken to by Michael who I soon found easy to deal with and helpful without being pushy or overbearing unlike some others I have come across. I test drove a vehicle and was left to make my own mind up about it without any interference. We have had this vehicle long enough now to be sure it is every bit as good as it looked when we collected it. My experience suggests that if you use this company you can look forward to proper service and a good deal. Thank you!
Judith cheetham
02 January 2025
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1 Previous Owner, Full Service History, For sale on behalf of one of our customers is this truly amazing 1969 Mercedes Benz 250 Petrol Automatic. This car has only covered 53,000 miles from new and is a real credit to its 2 owners.First purchased in January 1969 by William King a retired World War 2 Mosquito pilot. Who kept a diary of every single journey he did in the car and any work done on the car. In 33 years of ownership he covered 47,104 miles. Then in May 2002 the car was sold to Francis Pamment a very close friend and neighbour of Mr King.Mr Pamment then kept the car until September 2024 when old age and losing his licence forced the very reluctant and emotional sale of the car. Mr Pamment only every used the Mercedes as an occasional second car, it spent most of the 22 years he owned it in his garage. Hence he only covered 5,000 miles in the car.Finally on to myself. After many hours checking over the car and conversations with Mr Pamment and his wife I purchased the car in September 2024. Once purchased I had the car checked over and serviced. In the last year I have covered around 500 miles and attended 8 classic car shows which was the reason I purchased the car. I have received literally hundreds of complements about how good it looks for a 56 year old car. However I only intended to keep it one year so I could experience the classic car show scene as an exhibitor as I have enjoyed attending them for years. It is now time for me to put something a bit newer and quicker back in the garage. On that note I would possibly be willing to consider a part exchange on this vehicle. This is now classed as a historic vehicle which does not require a MOT or road tax.However to prove the structural condition and that everything works as it should I had the Mercedes Moted last week so it does come with a full 12 months MOT.For any further information please call us., W