The Gearbox Centre Essex
Gearbox repair in Colchester and Essex
Our Essex branch in Colchester carries out gearbox diagnostics, repairs, rebuilds and servicing, including DSG, CVT, semi-automatic, mechatronic and differential work, for drivers and trade customers across Essex.
4.2from 20 Google reviews- Address
- 22 Davey Close, Colchester, Essex CO1 2XL
- Phone
- 01206 701703
- Opening hours
- Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm. Closed Saturday and Sunday.
What our Essex customers say
4.2from 20 Google reviews“They diagnosed the problem quickly, explained everything clearly, and carried out the repair with real professionalism. The quality of the work is outstanding, and my Range Rover is now driving better than ever.”
Rheanna G.Range Rover · Essex branch · June 2026
“Called The Gearbox Centre 8am Monday morning, had the diagnostics done at 10am, confirmed a pressure sensor failure in the Mechatronics Unit… By 12:30pm the work was done and the car now drives perfectly.”
JOCVW Tiguan automatic · Essex branch · October 2026
“The guys were very helpful, and explained all that was needed and what was carried out. Also got in touch with my warranty company to sort out things. Made it a lot easier on me.”
Zina S.Essex branch · February 2026
“They were very helpful and explained everything clearly and always kept in touch with me to give me regular updates… Couldn't recommend them enough!”
Daisy U.VW Golf · Essex branch · March 2026
“Their quote was not only the cheapest but they were by far, the most professional of the garages we spoke to, including Ford main dealers. The service was excellent from start to finish.”
David P.Ford Ranger, 10-speed · Kent branch · April 2026
“It was suspected that my gearbox needed a complete rebuild… after extensive investigation it was found that the gearbox was working exactly how it should be… You don't find repair shops as honest as this one very often.”
Anthony V.Ford Kuga · Kent branch · January 2025
Real reviews left on Google by our customers.
Areas we cover from Colchester
Drivers come to us from all over Colchester and Essex, and we can collect cars that won't drive.
Services at our Essex branch
Automatic gearbox repair
Slipping, delayed or harsh changes diagnosed and repaired by automatic transmission specialists.
Manual gearbox repair
Crunching gears, jumping out of gear or noisy boxes repaired and rebuilt.
DSG and DCT repair
Judder, erratic changes and mechatronic faults on DSG and dual-clutch gearboxes.
CVT repair
Continuously variable transmissions repaired, rebuilt and serviced.
Clutch replacement
Clutch, dual-mass flywheel and DSG clutch replacement for manual and automatic cars.
Gearbox rebuilds
Recondition, don't replace: full gearbox rebuilds by our specialist builders.
Gearbox servicing
Regular gearbox servicing to prevent costly failures.
Gearbox diagnostics
Find the real cause before paying for repairs.
Gearbox replacement
Reconditioned exchange gearboxes, fitted by us or sent out by courier.