Harding Auto Services

29/05/2026

Ever forced a gear change and hoped for the best? 🙏
This Mini Cooper came in with a gear selection problem. We found wear in the selector linkage and got that repaired, but once the linkage was sorted, it became clear the damage had already gone further.

That is why we look beyond the first obvious fault. If a car has been driven with poor gear selection for a while, the gearbox can suffer internally, especially around the selector mechanism.

💡On these A Series Minis, the engine and gearbox layout means this is not a small job once the problem moves inside the gearbox. The right approach is to separate the engine and transmission and fit a properly reconditioned exchange gearbox.

👀If the gear change feels wrong, it is worth dealing with early. Small faults can become expensive when they are forced for too long.

Harding Autos - Woking 📍

28/05/2026

Lovely little Mini Cooper in with a gear selection issue.🤔
What first felt like a simple fault had already gone further than expected.

What usually turns a stiff gear change into a bigger job?

Harding Auto Services - Woking📍

28/05/2026

If you’ve got summer drives or longer trips coming up, it’s a good idea to get a quick professional check before you head out. It helps make sure everything’s running as it should for a smoother journey. 🌞

Pop us a message to get booked in!

26/05/2026

Time for a quick tidy?
As summer trips get closer, it’s worth having a quick clear‑out inside the car. Extra clutter adds weight and can affect how much fuel you'll burn on longer drives. ✨

23/05/2026

That light still on?
If a dashboard warning light is on, it’s there for a reason. Some are more serious than others, but none should be ignored – it’s always best to get it checked. 🚨

Pop us a message and we’ll take a look!

22/05/2026

Trying to entertain the algorithm… anyway, we fix cars🔧

Harding Autos - Woking📍

22/05/2026

Pop your guess below 👇🧩

20/05/2026

🙌🏽Our Mk2 Golf MH-27 project is nearly ready — and it’s heading to

Playing around with AI
while we finish the real thing. 😁

20/05/2026

If your steering wheel vibrates slightly at speed, it could be something simple like wheel balance. Worth catching early before it gets worse. 🛞

Pop us a message if you'd like us to check it!

19/05/2026

⬇️Important⬇️

Check if a historic vehicle qualifies for an MOT exemption due to its age.