Business Details
42 Years
experience
Trusted Audi & VW Specialist in Cullen, Moray
Pickwick Performance has been a family-run Audi and Volkswagen specialist for nearly four decades. Established in 1984, our business combines technical expertise with a passion for high-performance vehicles, offering sales, servicing, and preparation of premium Audi and VW models. Our founder, Nev Wood, brings over 30 years of engineering experience and motorsport expertise to ensure every vehicle meets meticulous standards. We prioritise transparency, using approved parts and diagnostic tools to maintain peak performance for clients' vehicles. With a reputation built on 5-star reviews, we focus on personalised service, including a car-finding service for rare specifications and winter tyre preparation.Our semi-retired status means we operate strictly by appointment, ensuring dedicated attention to each client's needs. Located on the Moray coast between Inverness and Aberdeen, we serve discerning owners of high-specification VAG vehicles. Our commitment to quality has earned trust among long-term customers seeking alternatives to overpriced main dealers. We offer nationwide vehicle sourcing, transport organisation, and final preparation to exacting standards. With nearly 5,000 cars personally handled, our experience remains unmatched in independent specialist circles.
Services
Vehicle Sales
Servicing
Winter Tyre Fitting
Car Finder Service
Vehicle Preparation
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- 40 years' specialist experience with Audi and VW models
- Personalised car-finding service for rare specifications
- Servicing using manufacturer-approved parts and diagnostic tools
- Appointment-only basis ensures dedicated attention
- Proven track record with 5-star customer reviews
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority
What people say
First class
Great service
Professional, trustworthy
Quality experience
Outstanding service
Services
Vehicle Sales
Specialist sales of high-specification Audi and Volkswagen models with meticulous preparation. Every vehicle undergoes full servicing to manufacturer guidelines using approved parts. We offer nationwide sourcing for rare specifications with transport organisation and final detailing.
Servicing
Comprehensive servicing using specialist diagnostic tools and manufacturer-approved lubricants. Priority booking for previous customers with guaranteed attention to detail. Includes winter tyre preparation and fitting services for enhanced safety.
Car Finder Service
Personalised vehicle acquisition service for specific Audi or VW models. Leverages 40 years' industry contacts to locate rare examples, including inspection, purchase negotiation, and preparation to exacting standards.
Vehicle Preparation
Exhaustive preparation process including full servicing, detailing, and technical checks. Ensures every vehicle meets our meticulous standards with attention to provenance and specification accuracy.
Winter Tyre Service
Expert advice and fitting of winter tyres with soft compound rubber for temperatures below 7C. Includes siped tread patterns for improved snow grip and safety during cold weather conditions.
People
Nev Wood
Founder
Established Pickwick Performance in 1984 after engineering training. Motorsport enthusiast with 40 years' specialist experience in Audi/VW models. Built racing cars including a 540bhp Ariel Atom for competition.
Elizabeth Wood
Co-Owner
Supports business operations with extensive knowledge of Audi/VW vehicles. Works alongside Nev to maintain service standards and customer relationships during semi-retirement phase.
Questions
What Audi and VW models do you specialise in?
We specialise in high-specification Audi and Volkswagen models, with particular expertise in performance variants and rare specifications.
Do you offer servicing for non-Audi/VW vehicles?
Our expertise focuses exclusively on Audi and Volkswagen models to maintain our specialist standards and technical knowledge.
How does your car-finding service work?
We use 40 years' industry contacts to locate specific models, handling inspection, purchase negotiation, transport, and preparation to our exacting standards.
Are appointments required for vehicle servicing?
Yes, we operate strictly by appointment to ensure dedicated attention to each client's vehicle and requirements.
Do you offer financing options?
We work with selected credit providers to offer finance options for vehicle purchases, subject to status and terms.
What areas do you serve?
Primarily serving the Moray coast between Inverness and Aberdeen, with nationwide vehicle sourcing and delivery capabilities.
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