Trade & Private

Whether you’re a dealer moving stock or a private customer with a classic car, we treat every job the same,  professionally

24 Hour Availability

Breakdowns don’t keep office hours. Essex Auto Services is available around the clock for emergency recovery across Essex.

Driver Direct

No call centres, no middlemen. When you call Lewis, you’re speaking directly to the person collecting your vehicle. Simple, honest, reliable.

Frequently asked questions

Our fully equipped Mercedes-Benz Sprinter recovery truck is capable of handling:

  • Standard roadside breakdowns and non-runners.
  • Classic and prestige cars.
  • Accident recovery and insurance salvage.
  • Dealer stock movements and fleet transfers.

While we are based in Thaxted, we provide breakdown recovery and vehicle transport across all of Essex (including Chelmsford, Colchester, Southend, Basildon, and Harlow) and offer nationwide delivery throughout the UK.

Both! We serve a wide range of clients, including private car owners, local dealerships, professional bodyshops, and commercial fleet operators.

What Our Customers Are Saying

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Lilly PushmanCustomer

“Very reliable and kept me up to date with his location. Would 100% recommend to any that has broken down or needs to be towed anywhere. Lewis was very well spoken and very helpful. I had no idea where I was or what I needed to do but Lewis didn't disappoint.”

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Jon ClapsonCustomer

“Brilliant service can fix pretty any problem
Would recommend and have fixed many of my classic cars always finds a solution.”

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Ben MorrellCustomer

“Excellent service worked around us, kept in contact the whole time and very reasonably priced. Highly recommended Top service”

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Bill BadgerCustomer

“Lewis literally helped me out of a hole today. After suffering a damaged wheel and collapsed suspension, he responded quickly to my call and got my car on the back of his flatbed in about an hour. Much appreciated. Thanks.”

Lets Get You Moving!