Cosmic Automotive Engineers , West Midlands | ClickMechanic

Book Kalim

(638 ratings)

  • 10 years professional experience

  • 1571 completed bookings

  • Active since November 2014

Qualifications

  • NVQ Level 3 Qualified
  • ATA Level 4 Accredited
  • Institute of Motor Industry level 3
  • Vosa Dvsa Mot Tester
  • IMI Member
  • Vosa Dvsa
  • IMI Vehicle Assessor
  • ATA Level 3 Accredited

Cosmic Automotive Engineers , West Midlands | ClickMechanic

Kalim S
I am a diagnostic technician, qualified MOT tester, Institute of Motor Industry assesor and general mechanic following my father's footsteps who has over 40 years experience in the trade. Having completed my qualifications I've spent 8 years running my own garage in Birmingham. On site recovery truck and full facilities in case your car needs to be returned to our workshop to be completed. I have a methodical and honest approach to my work.
Anthony
22nd August 2015
Kia Magentis/Optima Camshaft drive belt/chain replacement
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Clearly explained process.

Craig
21st August 2015
Audi A1 Pre-purchase Inspection
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I found out my mechanic was friends with the seller I was buying from so was worried of bias. He started the inspection without me being there and was only there for 45 minutes once I arrived. A couple of major things were missed on the inspection, headlight alignment was well out and drivers wing mirror only worked left and right on adjustment. I was a little upset by this fact as this has all cost me money now. He was a nice lad and seemed to know his stuff, but I can't help thinking he had somewhere more important he wanted to be. Overall I was just satisfied that nothing mechanically was untoward and I suppose that's what is important, although he could of been a little more thorough and taken his time. After all, I'm spending a lot of money on the guidance from a professional. Read more

Tina
14th August 2015
Mazda RX-8 Diagnostic Inspection
Front brake pads (all) replacement
Rear brake pads (all) replacement
Front brake disc (both) replacement
Rear brake disc (both) replacement
Battery replacement
Starter motor replacement
Miscellaneous
Breakdown available on request
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Absolutely outstanding!!! There aren't enough stars on these reviews. Kalim needs 10 gold stars. He is a miracle worker. My car was a none start and had sat for 3 years. He worked relentlessly on it as he knew it had sentimental value to me. And now it is driving better than when I brought it. Will recommend this site and certainly recommend Kalim to anyone. Can not thank him enough

James
13th August 2015
Ford Focus C-MAX Service - Major
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Very happy with service, slight delays due to traffic and the fact that I live in a new build estate. Updated throughout day upon request.

Asif
12th August 2015
Vauxhall/Opel Astra-J Car Won't Start Inspection
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Mechanic was polite and knew what he was doing . Would use again.

Gulamabbas
5th August 2015
Seat Leon Rear shock absorbers (pair) replacement
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Very polite, courteous and prompt. Excellent job done.

Chirag
15th July 2015
BMW 1 Series Engine Warning Light Inspection
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Kalim was very friendly and phoned me to confirm the booking and time of arrival. Very knowledgable and was able to diagnose the problem in a matter of minutes, as well as provide some helpful tips to help maintain the car's health in the long run. Would recommend to all! Thanks.

Rachel
13th July 2015
Volkswagen Golf VI Diagnostic Inspection
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Excellent very polite and respectful knowledgeable and a good communicator. He took the time to explain things. His advice gave me a clearer picture of how to proceed with the problem with my car and it is on its way to be repaired. so Thank you

Ivan
4th July 2015
Peugeot 206 Labour
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Kalim arrived well after 11 a.m. (timeslot 8.30 - 10.30) on Thursday morning with a truck to take my vehicle away some 15 miles across city centre. On attempting to start the vehicle it indeed start but I had obviously taken what the AA guy had said, that the clutch had gone but even so I needed to have the car checked over to identify the problem. During Thursday afternoon Kalim phoned he phoned to say that he would like to keep it overnight which was ok with me. On Friday 1 pm as I hadn't heard from him I phoned him to see what the situation was. Kakim said that he had identified the apparent problem and if I didn't need it could he bring it back later in the day and that also was OK. He arrived at around 6.30 pm having taken him an hours travelling, he told me what he had done and having driven it round the block and a few local trips today it seems ok. So far, so good!
Obviously the AA reported problem clutch was not the problem and the actual problem needed to be diagnosed which they seem to have done. However, your quoted price was £238 and I have now paid £349 for which I would appreciate some sort of qualification and reconciliation between the two figures and your assurance that this doesn't include travelling time.
In the first instance I do think that some assessment of the area geographics by ClickMechanic should be made before allocation even if it means that you might not be able to comply with a clients requests.
Please investigate and advise according.
Ivan Jackson

I would use ClickMechanic again and Kalim if he was more local but in view of my experience and outcome I wouldn't feel altogether happy to recommend friends.

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Paul
3rd July 2015
Jaguar X-Type Clutch plate, cover & release bearing replacement
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I was kept informed of all developments. The car was washed and cleaned.