When ‘Q’ designed James Bond’s Aston Martin DB5’s for the film’s Thunderball and Goldfinger he included more ‘extras’ than most off-the-peg models.
But, whilst real-life Aston Martin’s can’t compete with Q’s gimmicks, they certainly can equal the high standard of maintenance and style. For many car enthusiasts, Aston Martins are the ultimate in driving style, sophistication and sex appeal.
Richard Stewart Williams Ltd has been helping owners keep their cars in tip top condition for over 30 years, and the sparkle achieved with Beissbarth’s Drester Wheel Washer would have made even 007 jealous.
Managing director, Richard has spent most of his adult life in the company of Aston Martins. He served his apprenticeship with the manufacturer, and has run his own business servicing, selling and racing the cars since 1968.
He enjoyed success preparing a variety of Aston Martin models including the Project 212, and as Le Mans team manager including the World C2 Sports Car Champion in 1986.
From his headquarters in Cobham, Surrey, Richard and his team offer servicing, fabrication engineering and race preparation to Aston Martin owners from across the world.
The Drester Wheel Washer adds the final touches to bring a showroom gleam to the cars. James Stock, of Richard Stewart Williams Limited, said: “Before we had the Wheel Washer it would take up to one and half hours to hand clean the wire spoke wheels. Now we clean a set of four wheels to the same standard in just eight minutes.
“Before we bought the machinery we took a good look at how much difference it would make to our company and how long it would take to pay for itself. We are very happy with the results and it has certainly freed up a great deal of the time it takes to do a service.”
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With over 500 jobs a year passing through the workshops, Drester makes a valuable addition to the company.
Beissbarth’s UK managing director, Philip Hodges, said: “We’ve always thought that the Drester was an impressive performer, but had no idea that it had taken on such star status working with these wonderful cars originally featured in the Bond movies.
“Apart from its operational efficiency, the Drester is also good news for the environment, as it uses a biodegradable detergent and all dirt residues are safely removed, providing safe handling for the operators and no negative impacts on the wheel or tyre.”
Beissbarth are holders of Best European Garage Equipment Provider 2002. More details about the Drester and other products in the Beissbarth range are available on the Free phone Helpline 0800 1694660 or fax 0115 981 8431 or www.Beissbarth.co.uk
Beissbarth UK are holders of Best European Garage Equipment Provider 2003, Best Garage Equipment Provider 2004 and ITM Company of the Year 2005.
