good mechanic in Manchester?

So we just arrive here a couple weeks ago and got a car.  It runs fine but the previous owner told us of a suspension problem- nothing urgent but something that needs to get done.  Being new to the area we don't have the first idea where to go.  Any suggestions of a good mechanic in Manchester?  We are on the south side but don't mind going further to someone who we can rely on more. 

Alternatively is there a place like Angie's list to get suggestions?

Any suggestions would be a great help

If you're near Chorlton, take a look at this forum: http://www.chorlton.co.uk/Talk/viewforum.php?f=5

They have a few threads on mechanics, and talk about both who is good and who is bad...

Where in Manchester are you?

Brooklands- near Sale- but willing to travel to someone who is worth it

I have had my car MOT'ed at the Chorlton MOT place, near to Morrisons. Honestly, you are in Sale, I don't think you will have much problem in Sale finding a good mechanic. But if you want to come to Chorlton, there are a few that my friends rate. One on Albany Road near the Unicorn, and like I said, the Chorlton MOT centre has been good for me. Good luck! Let me know if you fancy coming to Chorlton and going to a playgroup after half term!

If you're near Chorlton, take a look at this forum: http://www.chorlton.co.uk/Talk/viewforum.php?f=5

They have a few threads on mechanics, and talk about both who is good and who is bad...

Thank you so much for posting this link, holy crap, its so freaking Chorlton its insane. I am reading the thread about the precinct coming down, and laughing. I hope we do get a Booths supermarket, I love that shop! Lol. Chorlton is a funny little place isn't it!

Thank you so much for posting this link, holy crap, its so freaking Chorlton its insane. I am reading the thread about the precinct coming down, and laughing. I hope we do get a Booths supermarket, I love that shop! Lol. Chorlton is a funny little place isn't it!

It is! But I have a real affection for the Precinct, I'd hate to see them make it all posh!

Thanks racheeee- I don't doubt that there is someone in Sale but finding the is a bit tricky so that's why we don't mind the drive for less hassle.  He went to a place for a oil change and even though the car was there all day it wasn't done when he came to get it so we thought we'd go someplace else:) 

YES!!!  I would love to meet up.  I should get my mobile number and everything done this week and will let you know- thanks again

It is! But I have a real affection for the Precinct, I'd hate to see them make it all posh!

Of course, I feel the same, the Precinct is a Chorlton Institution, but a Booths would be awesome...I am at the Precinct pretty every other day! My son goes to Oswald Road School and its a regular hangout for us Mums! Qualitysave in particular!!! But the parking is so silly, paying £1 to park is highway robbery!