Who We Are
Jonesy’s Garage builds on the long-standing reputation of FRL, a well-established garage in Dartmouth that has served South Devon since the 1980s. Known locally for honest work and dependable service, FRL earned the trust of generations of customers, many of whom continue to return year after year. The garage remains in the same familiar location on a long-standing industrial estate. Now operating as Jonesy’s Garage, this is a continuation rather than a replacement. The values that made FRL trusted are still at the core, with a renewed focus on raising the standard of customer experience. It is the same garage people know, with a clearer direction and a stronger vision for the future.
A Garage Built on Experience
Chris, owner, began his career at this very site when it was FRL. From those early days on the workshop floor, he went on to build his skills and reputation across other respected local garages, becoming known for thoroughness, accuracy, and doing the job properly. Over time, customers chose to follow him, returning for the consistency and care they trusted. Taking ownership of the garage marks a full-circle moment. This is not just a business change, but a return to where it started, now shaped by years of hands-on experience and a clear understanding of what customers expect.
A Garage Built on Experience
Chris, owner, began his career at this very site when it was FRL. From those early days on the workshop floor, he went on to build his skills and reputation across other respected local garages, becoming known for thoroughness, accuracy, and doing the job properly. Over time, customers chose to follow him, returning for the consistency and care they trusted. Taking ownership of the garage marks a full-circle moment. This is not just a business change, but a return to where it started, now shaped by years of hands-on experience and a clear understanding of what customers expect.
Clear, Modern, and Transparent Service
At Jonesy’s Garage, the approach is to inform as well as repair. Customers are shown what is wrong, guided through what needs immediate attention versus what can be monitored, and given a clear, transparent breakdown of costs before any work begins. Photos, diagnostics, and straightforward explanations are used to remove confusion and build confidence. Alongside this approach is a full range of modern capabilities. The garage services and repairs all makes and models, including prestige vehicles, using advanced diagnostics, ADAS calibration, EV servicing tools, and specialist knowledge in areas such as wet belts, wheel alignment, and air conditioning. Modern vehicles may be complex, but the process is kept simple, clear, and easy to understand.
