Hunts Automotive Services , Wiltshire | ClickMechanic

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(323 ratings)

  • 24 years professional experience

  • 749 completed bookings

  • Active since May 2017

Qualifications

  • NVQ Level 1 Qualified
  • NVQ Level 2 Qualified
  • NVQ Level 3 Qualified
  • City & Guilds Level 2 Qualified
  • Other Qualification
  • Ranked Number 1 in the UK and Ireland on the League of True Mechanics
  • IMI Member

Hunts Automotive Services , Wiltshire | ClickMechanic

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Edward Hunt is the current 'Auto Mechanik of the year' (Spelt the german way) having been awarded the huge honour and the title at the European awards ceremony in June 2025!
Prior to this Edd held the title of being ranked the Number 1 mechanic in the UK & Ireland for 3 years according to the LOTM. He won the National contest and was crowned number 1 in the 2021, 2022 and 2023 Contests, in each case after competing over the course of 5 months against mechanics from across the UK and Republic of Ireland. Edward is the only person ever to achieve the ‘hat trick’ worldwide (the contest is held in 38 countries globally) as announced live on BBC Radio 2.
Having achieved the record Edward retired from the contest undefeated before going on to win his current title European 'Auto Mechanik of the year'. The interview on the BBC can be seen here:
www.thecarconsultants.co.uk
Other awards include the 2025 Environmental award at the C.A.T. awards, South West of England VW & Audi Apprentice of the year 2005 and Salisbury college Technical Student of the year 2000
Edward is a third generation car mechanic who has always been a car enthusiast from a very young age. He began his professional career in the motor trade as an apprentice technician at Volkswagen. He gained a wealth of experience, mainly at a VW main dealer, but with time spent in the VW commercial workshop as well the Seat & Skoda workshops. He also spent 2 years as a specialist patrol for the AA dealing with breakdowns on all manner of vehicle from mopeds to HGV.
Edd works as a Consultant on an International level trouble shooting complex faults for garages mostly across the United Kingdom but his reputation has spread further afield and has also been called out to jobs as far away as Ireland, Italy and Switzerland. You can follow Edd's adventures fixing cars around the world on Instagram:
@edd_hunt_the_car_consultant
You can also see an article about Edd's career up to 2022 in Professional Motor Mechanic magazine here:
https://pmmonline.co.uk/article/meet-the-car-consultant/
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Jonathon
25th July 2025
Audi TT Coupe Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
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If you want someone to check over a used Audi, then Edd Hunt is the person you'd want to do it.

The inspection was meticulous and being there in person to see and understand the nuances of weak points was a huge plus.

In fact while prepared to drive the car off the forecourt post review, while no deal breakers came up, the car was in its current condition unfit for the road. As Edd pointed out, anything there which could cause an accident is a no no.

Creds to the CM team too - especially Emily for fixing my booking request behind the scenes.

I came away with an educated viewpoint of the car condition and faults.
And clear next steps. The quality care and skill shown in the assessment of the car went above
and beyond my expectations.

A challenger to the AA and RAC? For sure. I'd book again without hesitation.

10/10
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Mark
24th July 2025
Volkswagen Tiguan Basic Pre-purchase Inspection
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Edd was fantastic. Highly knowledgeable and was able to fully explain the issues that had been identified and what would need to be done to rectify them. Definitely above and beyond what I was expecting.

Salih
21st July 2025
Volvo XC60 Standard Pre-purchase Inspection
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Edd's work speak for himself. It was pleasure to work with him. Thanks again for helping me making decision.

Andrea
10th July 2025
Ford Transit Custom Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
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Edd was very knowledgeable, friendly, efficient and helpful. I recieved advice which was over and above the inspection.

Ian
9th July 2025
Audi A7 Standard Pre-purchase Inspection
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Edd was really great at his job, spotted lots of issues with the car that I totally missed and saved me a lot of money from buying a car potentially riddled with hidden issues by an unscrupulous seller. He even predicted before the inspection how a seller might try to hide issues and advised on an upgraded service, thank goodness he did that as was 100% correct. You can tell his past experience is invaluable he knows all the possible pit falls of problem cars and where to spot them. What really stands out is Edd's attitude of doing the best job possible for you, rather than just following a pre-set tick box list of checks he really goes the extra mile and checks every detail way beyond the minimum requirement. 100% would use again. Read more

Hemant
6th July 2025
Hyundai Tucson Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
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Absolutely knowledgeable and kind person. Friendly and reliable.punctual and gud at work.

Sara
6th July 2025
Ford B-Max Standard Pre-purchase Inspection
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ClickMechanic are a 3rd party company who will do the work of finding you a mechanic if you need a pre purchase inspection. This went smoothly with no issues.
But, the real above and beyond praise goes to, the mechanic and car consultant, Edward Hunt. Edd is very professional and extremely knowledgeable, but it’s his experience in dealing with buyers and sellers, whether trade or private that has been invaluable and has helped us greatly in navigating our potential purchase. Spending money, even on a used car, is lot of money for us, and it has been stressful trying to find a used car that won’t end up being a money pit.
I’m relieved and grateful to have had Edd be the one to inspect our car. Read more

Mandy
4th July 2025
Fiat 500 Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
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Edward went above and beyond the call of duty to deliver a fantastic job on my pre-purchase checks, leaving no stone unturned. For someone who has no idea about cars and purchasing my first car, I’m so grateful to have Edward explain every detail to me. Not only did he identify current issues, but also potential issues, provided solutions as well as the pros and cons of each! I definitely got great value for his expert consultancy which allowed me to ensure that the issues were rectified prior to my purchase. A highly commendable mechanic with strong ethics, I will definitely be recommending him to everyone! Thanks so much for all your help Edd, I truly appreciate it! 🙂.

Reece
3rd July 2025
Peugeot Partner Standard Pre-purchase Inspection
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Such a friendly and informative guy. Took the time to really go over bits for me and was very professional about it. I recommend.

Alan
3rd July 2025
Ford Transit Custom Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
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Edward was extremely knowledgeable and thorough. He is also a good communicator , providing a wealth of advice and an excellent service. We would definitely recommend Edward to anyone looking for a pre-purchase inspection.