Inside AP Autocare
The workshop.
Where AP Autocare looks after your vehicle, reads its ECU and fits your Pendle calibration.
Approved Pendle agent · Bristol
AP Autocare
AP Autocare reads and writes your vehicle’s ECU with professional equipment. Every file is custom calibrated at Pendle HQ – the same Pendle calibration, closer to home.
- Calibrated at Pendle HQ
- Data logged before and after
About AP Autocare
Part of the Pendle family.
About AP Autocare - Bristol's Favourite Garage & Body Shop
AP Autocare was established in 1976. Since then we have grown to become one of the most reputable independent city centre MOT and Service centres in Bristol. We are located within walking distance from Bristol City Centre and Temple Meads Train Station. Ideal for those who work within the city or require a train home. We provide courtesy car facilities or will try to accommodate your needs - if you require a lift to work/home or collection and delivery please ask our service advisors. Our reputation continues to be very important to us, and so you can expect to receive honest, friendly and professional service at a competitive rate without the costs associated with manufacturer main dealers. We are capable of working on all vehicles of any age and size from small cars to light commercial vehicles up to 3.5 tonne class 7, with the ability to accommodate for motorhomes and campers. We have an in house body shop for carrying out small to large bodywork repairs, from small scuffs and scrapes to accident repairs, wheel refurbs or classic vehicle restoration.
Have a chat with our service advisors to discuss your needs, and we’ll keep you informed of our progress (and the cost!) We can save you up to 30% compared to main dealer prices.
You may also like to know:
We can MOT your car, camper/motor home or commercial vehicle up to 3.5t class 7. We are Citroen, Peugeot, BMW, Mini, Porsche, Audi, VW, Seat, Skoda and Land Rover specialists with dealer level diagnostic equipment. We are able to service, repair and MOT all makes and models. We supply and fit Brakes, Clutches, Exhausts, and Tyres at competitive rates - Call now for a no obligation quote. We carry out fault finding and diagnostics using state of the art equipment on all makes and models of vehicles - whether it is Engine management, ABS, Body Control Units, or instrument panels at fault. We are approved to work with Air conditioning R134a and R1234YF systems for Servicing, Repairs and Diagnostics. We are able to carry out all types or bodywork repairs and respraying Our Technicians are all from dealer backgrounds trained to the highest of levels. All our work is subject to strict quality control procedures All our work is covered by a 12 Month labour and parts Warranty
- Every file custom calibrated at Pendle HQ
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Calibrated at Pendle HQ.
AP Autocare reads your ECU and the file comes to Pendle HQ, where it is custom calibrated in WinOLS – torque, fuel, boost and timing together as one. It goes back to be written to your vehicle.
Correct OEM calibration: smooth power, inside the engine’s safety limits.
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Checked with a data log.
Every vehicle is data logged before and after the tune, and every log gets an in-depth data log report: boost requested against delivered, fuelling and rail pressure, across the whole rev range.
Turbo in control: boost within 0.05 bar of the request from 2,000 rpm. Real standard log, VW T5 2.0 TDI 102PS.
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Proven on the road.
The dyno proves the power; the road proves the calibration. Our Road Drive Report shows the linear delivery, the smooth uptake of performance and the drivability – everyday driving, where a calibration is felt most.
Who looks after you
Meet the team.
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Chris Peacock
Director
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Tony Lewis
Service Manager
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Wayne Barker
Diagnostic Technician Master Tech - MOT Tester Class 4, 5 & 7
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Chris McLean
Workshop Controller/Technician MOT Tester Class 4 & 7
Reviews from Pendle HQ customers
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Martin knows exactly what he is talking about.
Remapped my Vito sport x 3.0 and I have to say it was impressive for a van...... service was excellent and Martin knows exactly what he is talking about. Can only recommend this company.
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The ONLY company I trust to remap my vehicles.
I have used Martin since 2008 when he was growing his business & continue to use him, his knowledge & experience are second to none. The ONLY company I trust to remap My vehicles.
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Do it right the 1st time.
If your going to do it then do it right the 1st time and get a custom map wrote for your vehicle and your vehicle only - as long as Martin is trading then I wouldn’t look elsewhere!!!
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The 160 miles drive home was just amazing.
You’ve totally transformed my van the 160 miles drive home was just amazing… if there’s anyone on the fence with this I can highly recommend getting it done 100%
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More than just a generic flash.
I’ve put 20k on it and it has been and still is a pleasure to drive. I wouldn’t have trusted anyone else… it’s more than just a generic flash.
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The Sprinter is a Sprinter again.
It was so underpowered it was embarrassing… Fast forward four hours. The Sprinter is a Sprinter again.
How to book
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01179 638916