Hunts Automotive Services , Wiltshire | ClickMechanic

Book Edward

(298 ratings)

  • 24 years professional experience

  • 687 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

Edward H
Edward Hunt has held the title of being ranked Number 1 in the UK & Ireland for 3 years according to the League of True Mechanics. 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. The interview on the BBC can be seen here:
www.
thecarconsultants.co.uk

Previous awards include South West of England VW and 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 within the Volkswagen Group, mainly at a VW main dealer, but with time spent in the VW commercial workshop as well the Seat & Skoda workshops. He also spent just under 2 years as a specialist patrol for the AA dealing with breakdowns on all manner of vehicle from mopeds to HGV. Professional Motor Mechanic magazine did a double page feature article all about Edd's career in the May 2022 issue and a digital copy can be found here on pages 44 and 45: https://pmmonline.co.uk/magazines/may-2022/

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
Edward has just won the 2025 Environmental Award at the Car and Aftermarket Trader Awards ceremony
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Alison
25th October 2022
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Standard Pre-purchase Inspection
Basic diagnostic plug in
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Edd saved me from a terrible potential purchase and I couldn't be more grateful. The dealer was up to all sorts of tricks including wiping the vehicle's faults history! The whole process with ClickMechanic and Edd was clear, professional, friendly, highly communicative, with excellent knowledge and very good value.

Ben
21st October 2022
Volkswagen Transporter Vehicle Health Check
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Ed was friendly and clearly knew what he was on about with my particular vehicle. Great service!

Mike
16th October 2022
Citroen Dispatch Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
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I would like to thank Edward for the inspection he carried out for me, very nice guy and know his stuff, the information he gave me was amazing, his report was spot on an on this occasion I did not buy the vehicle, as there were a few points I was not happy with and Edward has probably saved me more money in the long run. 5 stars from me

Rakesh
14th October 2022
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
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Excellent thorough job with detailed report, pictures and explanation. Highly recommended.

Paul
13th October 2022
Peugeot Boxer Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
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Edd was very punctual and very helpful.
Very professional service and happy with work carried out

Samuel
13th October 2022
Ford Ranger Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
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Edward was great. Very thorough and honest in his analysis. He broke down everything that was wrong, answered all my questions and advised me on the best action to take.

Mo
7th October 2022
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
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Edward did a fantastic job, his professional nature and thoroughness provided the evidence that my investment was secure. He communication before, during and following the inspection was excellent. The report was timely and accurate.

Steve
3rd October 2022
Peugeot Boxer Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
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Edd was Terrific, very knowledgeable and very easy to talk to. He explained each point in depth and I'd be sure to recommend him to other.

Julian
30th September 2022
Kia Rio Basic Pre-purchase Inspection
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Edward was very thorough and friendly and was happy to answer all my questions and advise me.

Gregor
28th September 2022
Volkswagen Transporter Basic Pre-purchase Inspection
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Very happy, they were very knowledgeable and easy to communicate with. Had a lot of knowledge which put my mind at ease