Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Renault & Dacia Specialist in Gloucester
Trade N Save Centre has established itself as Gloucestershire's leading Independent Renault Specialist with over 25 years of expertise. Founded in April 2001 by Rob Thomas, a former manager of one of the UK's largest Renault dealerships, the business combines deep industry knowledge with a commitment to customer satisfaction. Our team of Renault-trained technicians, boasting over 20 years of specialist experience, delivers precision diagnostics and servicing using genuine Renault parts and ELF oils. We operate with transparency, offering fixed-price quotes and never undertaking additional work without prior agreement.Accredited by the Retail Motor Industry Federation and the Good Garage Scheme, we uphold strict codes of conduct while maintaining a 98% customer satisfaction rating. Our services extend beyond Renault to include Dacia vehicles and all makes, supported by comprehensive MOT testing, air conditioning servicing, and a car sourcing service that leverages trade access to the UK dealer network. With a focus on value-for-money solutions and a 3-month AA warranty on sourced vehicles, we prioritise long-term customer relationships over transactional interactions.
Services
Renault Sales
Servicing
MOT Testing
Car Sourcing
Air Conditioning
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 25+ years experience as Gloucestershire's leading Renault specialist
- Renault-trained technicians with 20+ years of specialist expertise
- Fixed-price quotes with no unapproved additional work
- 98% customer satisfaction rating from verified reviews
- Nationwide vehicle sourcing with 3-month AA warranty
Associations and certifications
- Retail Motor Industry Federation
- Good Garage Scheme
What people say
Very friendly team
Honest recommendations
Top notch service
Excellent customer service
Trustworthy specialists
Services
Renault Sales
We offer comprehensive Renault vehicle sales including new and used models sourced through UK dealer networks. Our inventory features models like Kadjar, Scenic, and Megane with full Renault service history. Customers benefit from competitive pricing due to low overheads and receive three-year customer care packages with all purchases.
Servicing
Our Renault-trained technicians provide specialist servicing using genuine parts and ELF oils. Services include diagnostics, pre-purchase inspections, and routine maintenance for Renault and Dacia models. We operate fixed-price transparency with no additional work undertaken without prior approval, ensuring predictable costs and quality outcomes.
Car Sourcing
We source any make or model through UK dealer networks with comprehensive checks including MOT history, HPI, and manufacturer recalls. The service includes pre-purchase inspections, servicing, and 3-month AA warranty. Vehicles can be delivered nationwide with optional extended warranty packages available.
Air Conditioning
Our Arctic Centre specialists offer aircon hygiene services and regas options. Services include system decontamination, refrigerant replacement, and leak detection using UV dye. We recommend biennial checks to maintain system efficiency and provide two service tiers: full system service and basic regas with leak check.
MOT Testing
We conduct MOT testing for Renault, Dacia, and other makes with pre-test inspections to identify potential failures. The service includes free re-tests within 10 days of repair and comprehensive diagnostics to address underlying issues. Customers receive detailed explanations of any required remedial work.
People
Rob Thomas
Owner
With over 25 years in the motor industry, Rob founded Trade N Save Centre in 2001 after managing major Renault dealerships. He leads a team committed to customer satisfaction through transparent practices and technical excellence.
Questions
Do you service non-Renault vehicles?
Yes, our Renault-trained technicians service all makes and models with equivalent expertise.
What warranty options exist for sourced vehicles?
All sourced vehicles include a 3-month AA warranty, extendable to 1-3 years for additional coverage.
Are your prices competitive compared to main dealers?
Yes, our low overheads allow 10-15% savings versus main dealers while maintaining genuine parts and standards.
Do you offer courtesy cars during servicing?
Yes, we provide complimentary courtesy cars while your vehicle undergoes servicing or repairs.
How do you ensure vehicle history accuracy?
We conduct HPI checks, MOT history verification, and manufacturer recall inspections for all sourced vehicles.
What are your Christmas opening hours?
We're closed over most of the festive period but open 10am-12pm on 28 Dec and until 4pm on 30 Dec.
