Thursday, 3 January 2013

Where To Purchase Vauxhall Parts

When owning a vehicle it can become quite a challenge to find your nearest car part retailer. This often leads to individuals turning to scrap yards in order to find their required part.

There are major disadvantages when relying on scrap yards with the main problem being that there is no guarantee that your part will last, this may result in you looking for a replacement part sooner then you expected.

However, there is an easier solution and it means you don’t necessarily have to leave the comfort of your sofa!

At Mega Vaux we are Vauxhall part specialists which means we know a thing or two when it comes to providing quality parts which will last. With over 10 years experience we supply a comprehensive range of Vauxhall and Opel new, used and reconditioned parts throughout the UK, Ireland, Europe and World Wide.

We have an advanced part stock control database that our fully trained Vauxhall specialists can advise then locate what you need. If we don’t have in stock what you need then we can order spares and have them delivered to you quickly so you can get your car back on the road in no time at all.

We have exclusive offers on our website for great quality parts for Vauxhall and Opel cars, if you are looking for a specific part then visit our website or contact us on 0115 949 7007.

Tuesday, 4 December 2012

A Look Into Scraping Vehicles in Britain

If you have an unwanted car or your vehicle has been recently been damaged so it's no longer road worthy it is absolutely imperative that you take it to be scrapped.

The scrapping scheme which is currently in place in Britain is a safe and secure operation which provides a peace of mind to all road users and pedestrians. When a car is driven on the road, it is assumed by others that the vehicle is safe, environmentally friendly and should legally be on the road.

By choosing to illegally drive a damaged or unsafe vehicle puts others at risk as well as yourself, which may result in a serious accident, or worse death.

Scrapping your car is the safest and economically friendly way to dispose of a vehicle that is not road legal or past its best. The first protocol to scrapping any vehicle is to find an authorised treatment facility (ATF). It is important that you always look for a fully registered ATF company which is supported by the DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) and the MVDA (Motor vehicle Dismantlers Association). If you are going to scrap a vehicle you should do it properly and safely which is why you need to look for a fully recognised company.

After having your vehicle scrapped you should receive a certificate of destruction (CoD) straight away or within 7 days. The authorised treatment facility (ATF) who dismantled your vehicle will inform the DVLA that you are no longer responsible for the vehicle and that you have just had it scrapped saving you the hassle of dealing further more with your old vehicle.

MegaVaux is a fully registered company which specialises in the scrapping of vehicles in Nottingham, Derbyshire and Leicestershire. We offer a free scrap vehicle removal service for cars, vans and bikes. An immediate response to your call and a reliable service is what the company offers as well as the guarantee to collect cars no matter what condition they are in. This promise will ensure that your car is safely and correctly disposed of, putting your mind at ease.

Our scrappage service is free and best of all we will pay you to allow them to scrap the car for you. If you are interested in getting a vehicle scrapped you can visit our scrap a car web page or you can call us on 0115 949 7007.

Monday, 5 November 2012

Why Wait Around For Your Vauxhall and Opel Car Parts?

The past couple of years have been financially tough on everybody making people less eager to part with their hard earned cash. Ultimately this has affected the way people maintain their vehicle, especially when it comes to replacing car parts.

Scrap yards have increasingly become popular over the past couple of years due to their accessibility and low prices when it comes to purchasing spares and parts for your vehicle. 

However, if you aim to get more for your money then it is highly recommended that you go to a specialist part supplier. Sounds expensive right? Well no in fact it isn’t, using a specialist service will ultimately save you your money and time.

You can spend forever trying to find exactly what you are looking for in a scrapyard, instead why not go straight to a parts specialist where you can save you self the hassle of searching.

At Mega Vaux we have an advanced part stock control database that our fully trained Vauxhall and Isuzi specialists can advise then locate what you need. If we don’t have in stock what you need then we can order spares quickly so you can get your car up and running in the fastest time possible.

Purchasing good quality parts for your vehicle will help you to maintain your car for even longer, rather than feeling your car won’t last longer than a couple of years.

We have exclusive offers on our website for great quality parts for Vauxhall and Opel cars, if you are looking for a specific part then visit our website or contact us on 0115 949 7007.

Tuesday, 2 October 2012

A Brief History into Vauxhall and Opel

Vauxhall is a well-known large car brand in the United Kingdom which was established in 1857 by Alex Wilson with the original plan to produce pumps and marine engines. It wasn’t until 1903 when they created their first car that Vauxhall became known for what it is today, a car manufacturing company.

In contrast Opel started in 1863 by Adam Opel, the company began their journey by manufacturing sewing machines. However, in 1902 they showed their first car at the Hamburg motor show and went on to produce their very first car in 1906, after Vauxhall. By 1914 Opel had created a reputation for themselves, they became Germanys largest car producer.

Fast forward some decades later and both the brands are now owned by GM (general motors), GM is recognised for having a global presence. Now both Vauxhall and Opel produce the same cars, however, Vauxhall is the UK branding name, it is considered that the UK name is too strong and recognised in society to change to Opel.

In some countries the Vauxhall name was dropped in 1982 as the brand name was not as strong in comparison to the United Kingdom.

At Megavaux we pride ourselves on being Vauxhall specialists, however, we sell and produce parts for both Vauxhall and Opel cars. We have parts for a variety of different car models so you won’t be left stuck with a Vauxhall or Opel car that is in need of repairing. If you can’t find a part that you are looking for than you can use our part request page to see if we can provide you with what you need. For more information visit our website or feel free to contact us on 0115 949 6566.

Monday, 3 September 2012

Servicing Vauxhall Cars

When you have a car its essential that you look after it and make sure that it’s in a full working condition. You need to take constant care of your vehicle and ask questions like, have you got enough oil? Do you need petrol? Is everything running correctly? To take the latter point off your mind you need to take your car to be serviced from time to time.

Despite the fact you may think your car is fine, if you are not a trained mechanic then you cannot be a 100% sure that your vehicle is fine. Getting your car serviced is a prime way to ensure that your car is checked for maintenance issues and is running fine.

If you want the best out of your car performance wise then regularly and correctly getting your car serviced is one of the best ways to make sure that you are getting a key performance out of your vehicle.

The most beneficial reason to get your car serviced regularly is that it is the most efficient way to make sure that your car lasts longer and can perform year after year. This in turn may save you money in the long run.

Depending on what Vauxhall you drive effects how regularly you get your car serviced, it could vary from once every year to after every 20,000 miles that you clock up.

However, if it turns out that you need to replace some parts of your Vauxhall than choose MegaVaux as your part replacement service. We have a wide range of parts for different makes and models of Vauxhalls.

So if you want to think about the future of your car book in a service today.

Friday, 3 August 2012

Part Request at Mega Vaux

Here at MegaVaux our goal is to provide you with a range of services that will fulfil whatever needs you may have when it comes to vehicle parts for your Vauxhall or Opel.

Despite the fact we have a large range of Vauxhall and Opel car parts we understand you may need to request a specific part. We deal in new, used and reconditioned parts here at MegaVaux but we also offer a part request service.

If you are looking for a specific part but can’t find what you are looking for please don’t hesitate to contact us. Or, why not take advantage of our part request page, if you fill in the form provided on our internet page than we will be happy to assist you quickly.

All you need to do is provide us with some details such as the make of your car, model, type, year, part information, etc.

Most importantly we offer a full comprehensive guarantee which is supplied with all parts both reconditioned and new. Our reconditioned parts come with a 6 month guarantee and new parts will vary depending on the manufacturer but they will come with a minimum of a 12 month guarantee. This guarantee does not affect your consumer rights.

For more information please contact us on 0115 949 7007.

Friday, 20 July 2012

MegaVaux- Scrap a car, why choose us?

Choosing to scrap a car can be a tough decision for many reasons. For example the first car you’ve ever owned can't be fixed, Betty (the name of said car) has been everywhere with you and you have created a lot of memories with that car. This results in you not really wanting to scrap poor ‘Betty’, but the time has come and you have to be a grown up about it.

MegaVaux is a fully registered company that specialises in the scrapping of vehicles. As a company they will offer free scrap vehicle remover services that will in total scrap cars, vans and bikes. An immediate response to your call and a reliable service is what the company offers as well as the guarantee to collect cars no matter what condition they are in. This promise will ensure that your car is safely and correctly disposed of, putting your mind at ease.

The service is free and best of all they will pay you to allow them to scrap the car for you. All cars that are collected for scrap are disposed of and do not end up on the road which will provide you with a peace of mine. MegaVaux is based in the midlands and covers the Nottingham, Derbyshire and Leicestershire areas.

So if you own a ‘Betty’ or any other type of car then MegaVaux will provide you with an excellent service in order to get your vehicle off the road and scrap it.

For more information click here or contact us on 0115 949 6566.