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Acorn Garage

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We offer an integrated, quality service for any type of repair on all makes of vehicle. www.acorn-garage.co.uk for more infomation

02/10/2026

Head Gasket Replacement – Vauxhall Corsa 🔧

A slightly bigger job in the workshop this week!

This Vauxhall Corsa came into us needing a head gasket replacement, which meant stripping the engine right down and removing the cylinder head.

With the head removed, we can properly inspect everything, replace the failed gasket and make sure it’s all rebuilt correctly before getting it back on the road. 🔩🔧

Jobs like this are a good reminder that we don’t just carry out servicing and MOT repairs — we’re equipped to take on the bigger engine repairs too.

📍 Acorn Garage, Canterbury
📞 01227 456303
💬 WhatsApp: 07407 351202
🌐 www.acorn-garage.co.uk

Servicing • Diagnostics • Engine Repairs • Timing Belts & Chains • Clutches • Tyres • Air Conditioning & more

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27/09/2026

😂 You wouldn’t believe some of the things we hear at Acorn Garage…

After years in the motor trade, you’d think we’d heard it all.

We haven’t. 😂🔧

Some days you just have to smile, nod… and carry on fixing cars! 🤣

25/09/2026

👀 Something a little different has arrived at Acorn Garage…

This beautiful classic is in with us for some work, but we’re keeping the details under wraps for now! 🔧

We’ll be sharing updates as we work our way through it, so keep an eye on our page to see what we’re getting up to. 👀

🔧 Acorn Garage – Keeping classics on the road. 🚗💨

12/09/2026

⚡ DID YOU KNOW WE WORK ON ELECTRIC & HYBRID VEHICLES? ⚡

Here’s something a little different in the workshop this week—and a service many people may not realise we offer at Acorn Garage.

This BMW i3 came in for a straightforward 12V battery replacement. Although it may sound like a simple job, working on electric and hybrid vehicles requires specialist knowledge and strict safety procedures due to their high-voltage systems.

Safety is always the key factor. The vehicle was correctly isolated, the high-voltage system deactivated and the appropriate safety measures followed before any work began.

We’re proud to have THREE EV-trained technicians at Acorn Garage, allowing us to safely maintain, diagnose and repair electric and hybrid vehicles alongside conventional petrol and diesel cars.

If your electric or hybrid vehicle needs professional attention, get in touch with our team.

📞 01227 456303
💬 WhatsApp: 07407 351202 — messages only
🌐 www.acorn-garage.co.uk

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09/09/2026

SERVICE TECHNICIAN WANTED – ACORN GARAGE, CANTERBURY 🔧

We’re looking for a Service Technician to join our friendly team at Acorn Garage.

If you’re confident carrying out servicing, brakes, suspension and general mechanical repairs, but want the opportunity to learn more and progress your career, we’d love to hear from you.

For the right person, we can offer hands-on experience and training in:

🔧 Timing belts
⚙️ Clutches & flywheels
💻 Diagnostics & live data
⚡ Electrical fault finding
🚗 DPF, EGR & emissions faults
🛠️ More involved mechanical repairs

You don’t need to know everything already. We’re looking for someone with a good mechanical foundation who works to a high standard, takes pride in their work and genuinely wants to develop.

What we offer:

💷 Competitive salary depending on experience & ability
📅 Monday–Friday – NO WEEKENDS
🎓 Training & progression opportunities
💻 Autel, Launch & Snap-on diagnostic equipment
📚 Technical support & training through 1TEC Auto Hub
🏠 Friendly, family-run independent garage
📈 Secure, long-term position

We’ve been serving Canterbury for over 30 years, and for the right person this is an opportunity to progress from a Service Technician into a capable all-round technician.

Thinking about a change? Even if you’re not actively job hunting, we’re happy to have a completely confidential, no-obligation chat.

📍 Acorn Garage – Canterbury
📞 01227 456303
📱 WhatsApp: 07407 351202
🌐 www.acorn-garage.co.uk

🔧 Know a good technician who deserves an opportunity to progress? Tag them or send this their way!

04/09/2026

YOUR LOCAL GARAGE, HERE TO HELP 🔧

At Acorn Garage, Canterbury, we’re here to make looking after your car as simple and stress-free as possible.

Whether it’s an MOT, routine service, a strange noise, a warning light on the dash or a fault that needs investigating — we’re always happy to help.

🚗 MOTs & Servicing
🔧 General Repairs & Maintenance
💻 Diagnostics & Fault Finding
🛞 Tyres, Brakes & Suspension
❄️ Air Conditioning
⚙️ Clutches, Timing Belts & Timing Chains
🔍 And much more…

We’re an independent local garage with over 30 years in Canterbury, and we believe in straightforward advice, quality workmanship and only recommending work your vehicle actually needs.

Not sure what’s wrong with your car? Just ask us.
We’ll always do our best to point you in the right direction and get you safely back on the road.

📞 01227 456303
💬 07407 351202 – WhatsApp messages
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🟡 ACORN GARAGE — Keeping Canterbury moving.

28/08/2026

🔍 FAULT FINDER FRIDAY! 🔧

This week we had a 2009 Kia in the workshop with a fault that needed some proper investigation rather than simply throwing parts at it.

As you can see from the video, sometimes finding the actual cause of a problem means getting stuck in, testing, checking and working through the fault step by step. 🧰🔍

At Acorn Garage, we don’t believe in guessing and replacing parts hoping for the best — we diagnose the problem and get to the root cause wherever possible.

Another one investigated and repaired by the Acorn team. 🌰🔧

📞 01227 456303
💬 WhatsApp: 07407 351202
🌐 www.acorn-garage.co.uk

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21/08/2026

🔍 FAULT FINDER FRIDAY! 🔍

This week’s patient — a VW Scirocco 🚗

The customer brought the car into us with two complaints:

🔊 A noise while driving
🫨 A noticeable shake/judder when braking

Time to find the fault… 👀

After getting the Scirocco on the ramp and carrying out our checks, we found the problem at the rear:

❌ Rear brake discs badly warped
❌ Rear brake pads worn almost metal-to-metal

The warped discs were causing the shake through the car under braking, while the severely worn pads were contributing to the unwanted noise.

Another fault found before it turned into a bigger — and potentially more expensive — problem. 🔧

Got a noise, vibration or something that just doesn’t feel right? Don’t ignore it — let us find the fault.

📞 Acorn Garage – Canterbury
📱 01227 456303

🔍 FAULT FINDER FRIDAY – You bring the symptoms, we find the cause!

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06/06/2026

🔧 Clutch & Flywheel Replacement Completed 🔧

This 2015 Citroën Picasso came into Acorn Garage with clutch-related concerns. Upon inspection, we found the clutch was excessively worn and nearing the end of its service life.

To restore smooth and reliable operation, we replaced both the clutch and flywheel with quality components, ensuring the vehicle is back on the road performing as it should.

Ignoring the signs of a worn clutch can lead to further damage and increased repair costs, so it’s always best to get any symptoms checked early.

Common signs of clutch wear include:
✅ Clutch slipping under acceleration
✅ Difficulty selecting gears
✅ Juddering when pulling away
✅ Unusual noises from the transmission area

If your vehicle is showing any of these symptoms, our team is here to help.

📍 Acorn Garage, Canterbury
📞 01227 456303
🌐 www.acorn-garage.co.uk

Honest, reliable service from your local family-run garage.

25/05/2026

☀️ HAPPY BANK HOLIDAY from all of us at ACORN GARAGE! ☀️

We hope everyone has an amazing day enjoying the sunshine, spending time with family and friends, and making the most of the long weekend! 😎

Please remember to:
💧 Stay hydrated
☀️ Stay safe in the sun
🚗 Drive carefully if you’re travelling

Just a reminder — we are CLOSED today and will reopen tomorrow as normal.

Have a great day.

You can still make a request for a booking via our website:
www.acorn-garage.co.uk

Or WhatsApp a question about something which you can find a link to on our website and we will come back to you tomorrow 👍🏻

Address

Unit H & J 254 Broad Oak Road
Canterbury
CT27QH

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday	8:30am - 12:30pm

Telephone

+441227456303

Website

http://www.acorn-garage.co.uk/

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