View project Mercedes-Benz Infotainment and Multimedia Upgrade
A Mercedes-Benz multimedia upgrade with a larger integrated display, contemporary media controls, on-screen navigation and careful dashboard fitment by GP Motor Works.
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View project BMW Infotainment, Digital Display and Headlight Upgrade
A complete BMW upgrade combining a modern infotainment screen, digital dashboard and upgraded headlights, documented with the original vehicle, completed interior and finished lighting.
View project BMW 320d Alternator Failure
Charging-system diagnosis on a BMW 320d with difficult starting and unstable electrical behaviour, followed by inspection of the alternator, battery condition and related circuits.
View project BMW X5 M50d F15 Intermittent Power Loss
Investigation of intermittent power loss on a BMW X5 M50d, focusing on turbocharger performance, air-intake restrictions, swirl-flap contamination and engine-management data.
View project BMW 1M Full Service and Repairs
A comprehensive BMW 1M service combined with inspection and correction of additional owner-reported issues to protect performance, drivability and long-term reliability.
View project Mercedes-Benz SLK 350 Rims Refurbishment
Refurbishment of damaged Mercedes-Benz SLK 350 alloy wheels, restoring their finish and appearance while checking the rims for condition and suitability for continued use.
View project BMW M4 Chassis Fault Diagnosis
Methodical diagnosis of a BMW M4 chassis warning, combining electronic fault-code interpretation, component inspection and scheduled-service checks.
View project BMW X5 M50d Turbo & DPF Repair
Repair of a BMW X5 M50d affected by diesel particulate-filter blockage and turbocharger failure, with attention to the underlying causes of restricted exhaust flow.
View project MINI Cooper Engine Misfire Diagnosis
Diagnosis of a rough-running MINI Cooper, tracing the source of its engine misfire through ignition, fuelling, compression and model-specific electronic checks.
View project BMW 320i F30 Engine Rebuild
Investigation and repair of a non-starting BMW 320i F30 affected by fuel-pressure problems and oil contamination, leading to a detailed engine-rebuild process.
View project BMW X1 Interior, Body & Mechanical Restoration
A multi-discipline BMW X1 restoration combining interior upholstery work, body repairs, paint refinishing and mechanical attention in a single coordinated project.
View project Mercedes-Benz C200 Bumper & Fender Repair
Repair and refinishing of damage across a Mercedes-Benz C200 bumper and fender, restoring panel fit, surface preparation and a consistent exterior finish.
View project VW Golf Front-End Body Restoration
Front-end panel beating and paint restoration for an older Volkswagen Golf, addressing bumper damage and related bodywork to return the vehicle to a tidy finish.
View project BMW 530d Dent & Scratch Repairs
Repair of visible dents and paint scratches on a BMW 530d using careful surface preparation and refinishing to restore the vehicle’s exterior appearance.
View project Nissan Juke Hatch & Bumper Repair
Repair of a damaged Nissan Juke rear hatch and bumper, including inspection, removal of affected parts and restoration of the rear-end bodywork.
View project BMW M3 Restoration
A comprehensive BMW M3 restoration project combining body preparation, panel repairs, full paint refinishing and mechanical attention to renew an older performance car.
View project BMW 228i With Intermittent Misfire
BMW 228i Intermittent Misfire Caused By Collapsed Pistons This BMW 228i was brought into GP Motor Works with an intermittent misfire. Initial inspection indicated the misfire seemed to be switching the injectors…
View project MINI Cooper Troublesome Knocking Noise
Mini Cooper With Knocks On The Suspension We were contacted by this new client after he had taken his car to the agents only to receive an astronomical estimate to fix the…
View project BMW 125i M Sport Convertible Engine Damage
BMW 125i M Sport Convertible Engine Rebuild Due To Oil Sludge Contamination This client brought his BMW 125i M Sport Convertible in to GP Motor Works because the engine was overheating. Excessive…
View project BMW 420i Gran Coupe Boot Shock Absorber Fitment
BMW 420i Gran Coupe Boot Shock Absorber Failure This BMW 420i was brought into GP Motor Works because the owner had problems with opening the boot and also with the boot locking…
View project BMW Z4 With Timing And Idling Problems
BMW Z4 Timing & Idling Issues After Cylinder Head Repair This is another case of a workshop failing to get the timing set correctly after they completed a cylinder repair on this…
View project MINI Cooper Cracked VANOS
Mini Cooper With Severe Engine Noise And No Power This Mini Cooper came from another workshop because they were unable to diagnose the true cause of the engine noise and lack of…
View project BMW 740i Engine Damage Caused By Coolant Leak
BMW 740i Major Engine Damage After Water Leakage From Charge Pressure Cooler This BMW 740i initially was taken to BMW for assessment. However, after receiving the quotation the client looked for an…
View project BMW M850 XDrive Gear Selector Damaged By Liquid
BMW M850 XDrive Not Able To Select Gears This client was not able to select or change gears in their BMW M850 XDrive. This resulted in having to get the vehicle towed…
View project MINI Cooper Brakes Replacement
Mini Cooper Front and Rear Brake Repairs One of our existing long-term clients brought in their Mini Cooper to have the brakes checked. One of the reasons is they have saved thousands…
View project MINI Cooper Clutch Replacement
Mini Cooper Clutch With Destroyed Friction Plate This Mini Cooper needed to be towed in to GP motor Works because the vehicle was undrivable. The diagnostic test indicated a fault with the…
View project BMW 435i N55 Engine Rebuild
BMW 435i Required Engine Overhaul Our client brought in their BMW 435i when the engine light on the dashboard came on (drivetrain light). Our initial diagnostic test revealed there were vanos problems.…
View project BMW X3 Steering Rack Problem
BMW X3 With Severe Front Knocking Sound Whilst Driving This client brought their BMW X3 in to GP Motor Works because the car had a severe knocking sound coming from the front…
View project BMW X6M Air Suspension Problems
BMW X6M With Major Air Suspension Problems This client's BMW X6M had major air suspension problems. He was extremely frustrated as he had already taken his car to several workshops who all…
View project Hyundai i20 1.6 Clutch Replacement and Service
Hyundai i20 1.6 New Clutch & Service & Repairs This Hyundai i20 was brought into GP Motor Works requiring a lot of work. This included a new clutch, full service, repairs to…
View project BMW R1200GS Motorcycle Full Service
BMW R1200GS Motorcycle Service and Shock Absorber This BMW R1200GS motorbike was brought into GP Motor Works for a diagnostics, inspection as well as a full service. The client requested we refurbish…
View project BMW F650 GS Motorcycle With No Drive
BMW F650 GS Faulty Clutch & Full Service A client brought in their BMW F650 GS Motorcycle into GP Motor Works because the bike had no drive. They also required we do…
View project Mercedes-Benz Air Conditioner Regas
Mercedes Benz E320 Air Conditioner Regas Our client brought in their Mercedes Benz E320 into GP Motor Works because the air conditioner was no longer providing cold air. He suspected the aircon…
View project BMW 2002ti Carburettor Tuneup
BMW 2002ti Carburettor Tuneup To Fix Excessive Black Exhaust Smoke Wow! Not every day we get to see an oldie like this - BMW 2002ti in all its glory!!! Our client contacted…
View project BMW F800 GS Motorcycle Not Starting
BMW F800 GS Problem Starting & Full Service This new client contacted GP Motor Works with the problem getting their BMW F800 GS motorbike to start. They also requested we do a…
View project BMW X5 M50d Tyre Pressure Valves Faulty
BMW X5 M50d Onboard Tyre Pressure Monitor Failure One of our clients was alerted by a warning message which stated the Tyre Pressure Monitor (RDC) had picked up a failure on their…
View project BMW 3 Series E90 Differential Failure
BMW 3 Series Diff Failure With Collapsed Bearings At GP Motor Works we have seen several BMW 3 Series vehicles where the rear differential has needed to be replaced or reconditioned due…
View project BMW 320i E90 Timing Chain Broken and Camshaft Seized
BMW 320i E90 Camshaft Seized Due to Lack of Oil Pressure This BMW 320i was not running at all and was brought to GP Motor Works. Our computer diagnostic investigation picked up…
View project BMW X5 M S63 Misfire and Excessive Exhaust Smoke
BMW X5 M Oil Separator & Breather Fault Our client brought in his BMW X5 M because the engine started misfiring and exhaust started spewing excessive white smoke. We conducted diagnostic testing…
View project BMW 320d F30 Water Leak And Other Services
BMW 320d Initial Water Leak Then Diff & Gearbox Services This BMW 320d F30 was brought to GP Motor Works to find the source of a water leak. After conducting routine checks…
View project MINI Cooper S Engine Misfire
Mini Cooper S Engine With Serious Misfire Problem This client brought their Mini Cooper S to GP Motor Works with a serious misfire. The engine felt "out of balance" and also very…
View project BMW 325i Problem With No Power
BMW M325i Damage To Camshaft Box And Cylinder Head This BMW M320i was brought to GP Motor Works to find the reason why it lacked power. The initial computer diagnostic investigation traced…
View project BMW Z4 Overheating
BMW Z4 Car Overheating Due To Blown Head Gasket This BMW Z4 was brought to GP Motor Works because the engine was continually overheating. We completed the computer diagnostics tests and traced…
View project BMW M340i XDrive G20 Aftermarket Spoiler and Taillight Fitment
Aftermarket Carbon Fibre Spoiler Kit and Taillight Fitment This client came to GP Motor Works to fit the all new carbon fibre spoiler kit as well as new taillights to his BMW…
View project BMW 428i Repairing Burnt Out Wiring in Taillight
BMW 428i Burnt Out Taillight Wiring Repair A client brought this BMW 428i in for repair because the left rear taillight was not working. Our physical inspection revealed the wiring and wiring-connector…
View project BMW 323i Hydraulic Lifter Failure
BMW M323i Very Noisy N52 Engine This BMW M323i was brought into GP Motor Works by a client with the typical N52 engine with frustrating ticking noise problem. The car also had…
View project BMW 530d F10 Steering Shudder and Oil Leak Repaired
BMW 530d Tie Rods & Rack Ends Seized & Oil Leak Repaired This client brought their BMW 530d F10 into GP Motor Works because they experienced a severe shudder on the steering…
View project BMW X1 F48 Stabiliser Links Replacement
BMW X1 F48 With Worn Out Stabiliser Links A client contacted us because their BMW X1 f48 had clunking noises near the front of the motor vehicle and also behaved erratically while…
View project BMW 435i F36 Gran Coupe Brakes & Discs Replacement
BMW 435i Problems with Rear Brakes Our client brought in their BMW 435i which had problems with the rear brakes. The brake pad sensor light was also erratic. Our inspection highlighted both…
View project BMW M5 Bumper Damage & Oil Leak
BMW M5 E39 Front Bumper Repair and Oil Leak Our client brought his BMW M5 E39 into GP Motor Works to repair the front bumper and to attend to an oil leak.…
View project MINI Cooper R56 Engine Noise & Radio Causing Faults
Mini Cooper Engine Noise & Random Faults A client brought this Mini Cooper R56 into GP Motor Works with engine noise, a misfire, suspension problems and intermittent warning lights. They also needed…
View project BMW 220d F22 Intermittent Light Failure
BMW 2Series Rear Light Failure & Oil Service The client brought their BMW 220d F22 into GP Motor Works to find out why the rear light cluster only worked intermittently. The car…
View project MINI Cooper S Countryman Turbo Power Loss
Diagnosis and Repair of Turbocharger Power Loss This Mini Cooper S Countryman was brought in to our workshop to diagnose why the vehicle had a complete loss of power. We conducted a…
View project MINI Cooper Paceman Turbo Broken
Mini Cooper Turbo Compressor Impeller Damaged by Debris Our client was driving their Mini Cooper Paceman and heard a noise and suddenly a noticeable loss of power. They drove to our workshop…
View project MINI Cooper S Excess Smoking and Engine Noise
Mini Cooper S Damage To Valve Stem Seals & Timing Chain Our client was alarmed because their Mini Cooper S began spewing out exhaust smoke accompanied by a loud engine noise. They…
View project BMW 320d F30 Turbo Recon and Repair
Turbo Recon After Repair Failure at Another Workshop Previous to contacting GP Motor Works, this client had taken their BMW 320d F30 to another workshop to have the turbo repaired. The previous…
View project BMW X1 Gearbox Replacement And Reprogramming
BMW X1 Gearbox Problems Diagnosis and Repair Our client brought in their BMW X1 for the gearbox to be checked. The car was not changing gears and slipping gears too. There was…
View project BMW R1150 RT Motorcycle Clutch Service
BMW R1150 RT Motorcycle Clutch Problems This BMW R1150 RT was brought into GP Motor Works to diagnose why the clutch was not operating normally. The client told us that at times…
View project MINI John Cooper Works Noisy Engine When Cold
Mini JohnCooperWorks Timing Chain, Alternator & Water Pump Problems This client was highly concerned with the noises coming from the engine of their Mini John Cooper Works when the car was started.…
View project MINI John Cooper Works Footwell Module Repair
Mini JohnCooperWorks Windows, Indicators & Lights Not Working This client brought their Mini John Cooper Works into our workshop at GP Motor Works after the windows, indicators and lights suddenly stopped working.…
View project BMW 218i Not Starting Problem
BMW 2Series Not Starting - Crankshaft Problem This BMW 218i was brought into GP Motor Works because the owner could not start the car at all. We started our work procedure by…
View project BMW 320i With Two Major Oil Leaks
BMW 320i With Rear Main Oil Seal & Sump Seal Leaks A very concerned client brought their BMW 320i to GP Motor Works with two serious oil leaks which needed to be…
View project MINI Cooper Severe Engine Noise Problem
Mini Cooper Engine Damage Caused By Overheating Our client rushed into our workshop at GP Motor Works after hearing loud and severe noises coming from the engine of their Mini Cooper. We…
View project BMW K1200S Motorcycle Service
BMW K1200S Motorcycle Clutch and Misfire A client brought their BMW K1200S in to GP Motor Works to diagnose two issues - The clutch was very noisy The bike was intermittently misfiring.…
View project Kia Cerato 1.6 Koup TGDI Engine Failure
Kia Cerato Engine Would Not Start This Kia Cerato 1.6 Koup TGDI was brought to GP Motor Works because the car wouldn't start at all. We conducted a diagnostic test which was…
View project MINI Cooper S R56 Engine Replacement & Clutch & Turbo Recon
Mini Cooper Engine Overheated Needed to be Replaced This Mini Cooper S R56 was brought into GP Motor Works with a damaged engine and various other problems. We carried out diagnostics as…
View project BMW F16 X6 M50d Full Service and Brakes
BMW X6 Scheduled Service & Check the Brakes ****Apologies, we posted this job as a BMW X5**** Our client brought in their BMW F16 X6 M50d for a full scheduled service and…
View project KTM Duke 390 Motorcycle Service
KTM Duke 390 Motorcycle Service and Brake Pads This KTM Duke 390 Roadster motorbike was brought into GP Motor Works for a full service. The owner also requested we check the front…
View project BMW F700 GS Motorcycle Full Service
BMW F700 GS Motorcycle Service and Brakes This client contacted GP Motor Works to service their BMW F700 GS motorbike. They required a full routine service. The owner also requested we check…
View project BMW 3 Series F30 Front Bumper Damage Repaired
Damage to Front Bumper and Washer Jet Repaired Yet another client came to GP Motor Works after they bashed the front bumper of their BMW 3 Series F30 which caused fairly severe…
View project BMW 1 Series F20 Front Bumper Repair
Front Bumper Damage Repaired and Resprayed A client contacted us after damaging the front bumper of their BMW 1 Series F20. They brought their vehicle into our workshop at GP Motor Works.…
View project BMW 118i F20 Oil and Water Leaks
BMW 1Series With Oil and Water Leaks Needing Repair Our client started noticing their BMW 118i F20 was needing more oil than usual and also, the water reservoir needed to be filled…
View project MINI Cooper S Countryman Major Water Leak
Diagnosis and Repair of Major Water Leak Our client brought their Mini Cooper S Countryman in to GP motor Works with a major water leak. In order to diagnose exactly where the…
View project BMW 520i Turbo Recon and Bumper Repairs
BMW 520i Turbo Reconditioning & Bumper Repairs This client brought their BMW 520i in for three issues to be sorted out: There was no power and the vehicle was running poorly There…
View project BMW 118i F20 Rear Bumper Panel Beating and Tail Light Replacement
Bumper, Tailgate Repair and Tail Light Replaced This BMW 118i F20 was brought into GP Motor Works requiring work following damage sustained to the rear of the vehicle. The right rear tail…
View project MINI Cooper S Coupe Roof Respray and Brakes Fitment
Roof Damage Respray and Brakes/discs Fitment This Mini Cooper S R58 Coupe was brought in by the owner with the car needing the roof to be repaired and resprayed and brakes to…
View project BMW 530i Engine Failure Caused By Oil Sludge
BMW 530i Catastrophic Engine Failure This BMW 530i was towed into GP Motor Works after the client was unable to start the engine at all. The very first thing we did was…
View project BMW M3 Body Respray
BMW M3 E46 Body Respray and Restoration This BMW M3 E46 has been completely resprayed. The vehicle will now undergo the final assembly including light clusters, bumpers, trim and badges. Once this…
View project BMW R 1200 GS Motorcycle Service
BMW R 1200 GS Motorcycle Service and Shock Absorber This BMW R 1200 GS motorbike was brought into GP Motor Works for a full service. The owner also requested we check the…
View project BMW R 1200 GS Motorcycle Full Service
BMW R 1200 GS Motorcycle Service, Brakes & Battery This BMW R 1200 GS motorbike was brought into GP Motor Works for a full routine service. The owner also requested we attend…
View project BMW 135i Water Pump and Thermostat Replacement
BMW 135i Water Pump/Thermostat & Wiring Repair Our client brought in their BMW 135i which had problems with the water pump. After completing diagnostics tests as well as physical inspection we determined…
View project VW Beetle Clutch Refurbishment and Other Repairs
VW Beetle Clutch, Engine Mountings & Oil Leak This VW Beetle was brought in to GP Motor Works requiring service including clutch repair, new engine mountings and oil leak to be located…
View project BMW 235i F22 Aircon and Oil Service and Upholstery Repairs
BMW 235i Various Requirements Our client brought their BMW in to take care of several requirements: The aircon needed to be checked because it had stopped blowing cold air. Oil service Upholstery…
View project BMW X5 M50d Loss of Power and Performance
BMW DPF Blockage Causing Performance Problems Recently a client brought in their BMW X5 because the vehicle began to experience fairly severe performance problems and reduced fuel economy. The DPF (diesel particulate…
View project Using Liqui Moly Products to Improve Performance by Removing Engine Sludge
Removing Engine Sludge and Improving Mini Cooper Performance - Case Study At GP Motor Works clients often ask us how they can improve their vehicle's performance especially when their vehicle appears to…
View project BMW X3 2.0d CarPlay MMI Prime Wireless Module Installation
BMW X3 2.0d CarPlay MMI Prime & Park Distance Control A client brought their BMW X3 2.0 d (2011 F25) in to have a CarPlay MMI Prime Wireless unit installed to sync…
View project BMW 125 PT-CAN Bus Wiring Problem
BMW 125 PT-CAN Bus Wiring Problem Caused By Short To Earth This BMW 125 was brought in to GP Motor Works after a couple of other workshops failed to find the root…
View project BMW 135i Engine Failure
BMW 135i Engine Failure Caused by Ceased Bearing This BMW 135i was brought in to GP Motor Works with severe engine damage. After completing diagnostics tests we removed the engine to determine…
View project BMW 645Ci Alternator and Gearbox
BMW M645 Ci Gearbox Oil Leaking Onto Alternator This BMW M645 Ci was brought into our workshop by a client with alternator and gearbox problems. Upon close inspection, it turns out that…
View project BMW 118i F20 Airbag Replacement
BMW 118i F20 Airbag & Seat Belt Igniter Mechanism Replacement Remember, last month we posted about a client who had bumped their BMW 118i (F20) into a wall and couldn't move their…
View project MINI John Cooper Works Clutch and Brakes Repair
Mini JohnCooperWorks Clutch and Rear Brakes Repairs Clients have found that they are able to make a significant saving by having their Mini Coopers serviced at GP Motor Works. A case in…
View project Nissan X-Trail Bonnet Repairs
Nissan X-Trail Bonnet panel beating Repairs Unfortunately, no matter how much we try and look after our possessions, sometimes bad things happen and they get damaged. This happened to one of our…
View project BMW Front Bumper Repair
BMW Front Bumper Damage Repaired Sometimes when we pull into a parking bay and end up catching the front bumper on the barrier the resultant damage is far worse than what it…
View project BMW X5 M50d Bumper Damage
BMW X5 M50d Bumper Damage panel beating One of our clients unfortunately sustained some bumps and scrapes to their BMW X5 M50d vehicle. We were able to successfully panel beat and respray…
View project BMW M6 Power Loss Diagnosis and Full Service
BMW M6 Requiring Diagnostics & A Full Service A client was struggling with their BMW M6 which seemed to have no power at all. The vehicle also required a full service. We…
View project BMW Not Starting and Bumper Damage
BMW Requiring Diagnostics & panel beating A new client contacted us seeking help as they had bumped into a wall and their BMW wouldn't start either. The car was up wedged against…
View project Mercedes-Benz C200 AMG Not Starting
Mercedes Benz C200 AMG Not Starting - Diagnostics A client who regularly gets her BMW serviced by us suggested to her husband that he bring his Mercedes Benz in because the vehicle…
View project MINI John Cooper Works Repair
Mini JohnCooperWorks Repair and Diagnostics A client brought in their Mini Cooper which was displaying an engine light and the vehicle didn't have power. We carried out diagnostics to isolate the faults…
View project MINI Cooper Clutch Repair
Mini Cooper Clutch Replacements We worked on two Mini Coopers which were brought in with clutch problems. We carried out diagnostics on the clutches and made the necessary repairs. Call Us Today…
View project BMW M135 Brake Pad Replacement
BMW M135 Rear Brake Pad Replacement One of our clients brought their BMW M135 which required new rear brake pads. We completed the job successfully and no other issues were picked up…
View project BMW M235 Repairs
BMW M235 Oil Leak and Park Distance Control Problems This client needed several issues to be attended to on their BMW M235. There was a serious oil leak and the park distance…
View project BMW M6 Repairs
BMW M6 Not Running Efficiently This BMW M6 was brought into us by one of our clients because the vehicle was just not running very well at all. The vehicle also had…
View project BMW 640d Warning Lights
BMW 640d Warning Lights on Dash A client brought their BMW 640d in due to several warning lights which came up on the dashboard. The vehicle also needed a new headlight globe.…
View project BMW M4 Service
BMW M4 Scheduled Services One of our clients brought their BMW M4 in for several scheduled requirements including both oil and brake fluid services. The vehicle also had a misfire. We completed…