Abbey Motorsport

Business Details

50+ Years

experience

Expert Japanese Car Tuning & Servicing in Oxted

Abbey Motorsport is a family-run automotive business established in 1965 by Tony Gillam and now led by his son Mark. With over a century of combined experience in high-performance vehicle engineering, we specialise in Japanese car tuning and servicing for both road and track use. Our facility is equipped with cutting-edge technology, including a 2WD/4WD Dynapack dyno, Hunter Hawkeye Elite alignment system, and ASNU injector cleaning equipment. We offer comprehensive services such as engine and gearbox builds, wheel alignment, MOT preparation, and bespoke fabrication work tailored to client needs.

Our team of dedicated automotive specialists is committed to delivering precision engineering, ensuring every vehicle achieves optimal performance and reliability. We support clients through every stage, from daily drivers to competitive race cars, with a focus on technical excellence and customer satisfaction.

Services

Servicing & Maintenance Performance Tuning Wheel Alignment Engine Builds MOT Preparation Injector Cleaning Fabrication Work Suspension Configuration Track Preparation Parts Supply

Details

Year established: 1965

Highlights and features

Over 100 years of combined experience in Japanese performance automotive engineering
Invest in cutting-edge technology including 4WD Dynapack dyno and Hunter alignment
Specialise exclusively in Japanese marques with ECU tuning expertise
Family heritage with three generations of automotive engineering knowledge
Offer track-specific preparation and race car support alongside road vehicle services

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Services

Performance Tuning

Specialised tuning for Japanese performance vehicles using Ecutek/Uprev systems and standalone ECUs. Our 4WD Dynapack dyno ensures precise calibration for maximum power and safety. We support models including Nissan Skyline, 350Z/370Z, Mazda MX5 Gen 3 and Honda Civic Type R FN2.

Wheel Alignment

Precision wheel alignment using Hunter HawkEye Elite technology for optimal handling and tyre wear. Recommended annual checks for UK road conditions. Correct alignment improves fuel efficiency, reduces uneven tyre wear and enhances driving dynamics across all vehicle types.

Engine Builds

Comprehensive engine, gearbox and differential rebuilds ranging from standard maintenance to bespoke performance upgrades. Our engineers combine traditional mechanical expertise with modern techniques for reliability and enhanced performance in both road and track applications.

MOT Preparation

Comprehensive MOT testing and pre-inspection checks to ensure compliance with UK roadworthiness standards. Our preparation includes mechanical diagnostics, safety checks, and emission control verification to achieve successful certification on first attempt.

Injector Cleaning

In-house ASNU system for petrol injector cleaning and flow testing. This service restores fuel delivery efficiency, improves engine performance, and reduces emissions by removing carbon deposits and ensuring precise fuel metering across Japanese performance vehicles.

People

Tony Gillam

Founder

Established Abbey Motorsport in 1965 with a passion for Japanese performance cars. His engineering expertise laid the foundation for the business's reputation in automotive tuning and mechanical excellence.

Mark Gillam

Managing Director

Son of founder Tony, Mark now leads the business with 30+ years of hands-on experience. Specialises in Japanese ECU tuning and performance engineering, continuing the family commitment to automotive excellence.

Questions

Do you work on non-Japanese vehicles?

While our specialism lies in Japanese performance cars, we can service and maintain various vehicle brands using our engineering expertise.

What tuning options are available for Nissan Skyline models?

We offer Uprev tuning for R32/R33/R34 Skyline GT-R models and Ecutek solutions for later Nissan performance vehicles using advanced dyno calibration.

Can you arrange MOT testing for modified vehicles?

Yes, we handle MOT preparation and testing for modified vehicles, including performance upgrades while ensuring compliance with current regulations.

Do you offer track preparation services?

We specialise in track and race car preparation, including suspension setup, engine modifications, and safety system installations tailored to competition requirements.

What injector cleaning equipment do you use?

We employ an ASNU petrol injector cleaning and flow testing system for precise fuel delivery restoration and performance optimisation.

Reviews (4)

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Matthew Wainwright

Dec 24, 2021 Report

Excellent for wheel alignment. They use the proper kit. I wasted 50 having it done elsewhere that didn't really fix the issue.
Abbey were a little pricier, but now my car drives straight. I should have gone to them first.

Tifa Lockhart

Dec 15, 2021 Report

Abbey Motorsport is the closest to genuine Japanese servicing you can get in the UK!
Ive had various works big and small completed here. All have been quality work. You cannot fault them for their knowledge and experience on the RB engine. I need to give a special mention to Scott for dealing with my tedious questions. Always provided me a professional response, options and routes for upgrades and repairs. Very knowledgeable! Although sometimes he can be on the slow side for replying, he always keeps you in the loop. Very pleased with his service! On the remap side, Ive had my Skyline

Mark

Nov 08, 2021 Report

Tuned my Celica fast, runs beautifully smooth. They really know what theyre talking about. Highly recommended

Ashley Simmonds

Oct 02, 2021 Report

Great service with a great team with knowledge that they are happy to share I would highly recommend them.thanks for your time and help 5 star service.what other garage do you get tea and a hot pastie (thanks mark😃)I felt at home can’t thank you enough