1st Gear School of Motoring
Torquay, Devon
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Tina tinkerbel Hart
4 Sep 2023
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At 51 years young I passed my test today 1st time with 3 minors and I would like to say a huge thank you to Will Smerdon, at 1st Gear Driving School, I never thought I would get past my nerves those f...
At 51 years young I passed my test today 1st time with 3 minors and I would like to say a huge thank you to Will Smerdon, at 1st Gear Driving School, I never thought I would get past my nerves those first few lessons, but you pushed me slowly when I needed it and had patience with my mistakes, I can't thank you enough. You're an excellent driving instructor. Thank you.
David Mcneish
26 May 2023
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Not for nervous drivers or females. My daughter has been learning to drive with Will. Despite giving her 10s on assessments he kept losing his temper and shouting. He also kept criticising other woman...
Not for nervous drivers or females. My daughter has been learning to drive with Will. Despite giving her 10s on assessments he kept losing his temper and shouting. He also kept criticising other woman driver's. He then cancelled her lessons saying the dynamic wasn't there going forward. Shocking waste of money. Would not recommend EVER.
Sophie Woodcock
24 Apr 2018
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Daniel Harwood
20 Nov 2017
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When I first started looking into driving lessons, I walked straight to NA DVLA test center 'cause it was only round then corner and asked about intensive courses. Dan, from first gear happened to be ...
When I first started looking into driving lessons, I walked straight to NA DVLA test center 'cause it was only round then corner and asked about intensive courses. Dan, from first gear happened to be there, approached me and talked me through everything I needed to do. Although lessons did not continue with Dan due to complications, I don't think I could have asked for a better instructor starting out as a learner. Great character and definitely knows what he's doing. Cheers Dan
Robert Jack
12 Mar 2017
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Brilliant! A large family means more than one driving lesson trauma for the brood so what a relief when we finally chose the right tuition and chose a driving School that demonstrated a friendly prof...
Brilliant! A large family means more than one driving lesson trauma for the brood so what a relief when we finally chose the right tuition and chose a driving School that demonstrated a friendly professionalism that surpassed all previous experiences. Well done First Gear... will definitely be sending the grand children your way soon!
Chanel Collins
14 Jul 2015
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Emma Hutchings
16 Jul 2014
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I just passed my driving test with 1st Gear School of Motoring. I learnt with Graham from Exeter and passed with 2 minors after a 20 hour intensive course.Graham was an excellent instructor and made m...
I just passed my driving test with 1st Gear School of Motoring. I learnt with Graham from Exeter and passed with 2 minors after a 20 hour intensive course.Graham was an excellent instructor and made me feel confident with my driving as well as making the lessons enjoyable. I highly recommend Graham as an instructor. Thanks Graham and 1st Gear!
Jame Williams
1 Oct 2013
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When i first called 1st Gear School of Motoring they were very helpful and put me at ease straight away. My lessons were with an instructor called Graham Woodcock and i would recommend him to anyone f...
When i first called 1st Gear School of Motoring they were very helpful and put me at ease straight away. My lessons were with an instructor called Graham Woodcock and i would recommend him to anyone for driving lessons. I passed 2nd time but that was my fault. A great driving school Graham was always on time and never cancelled any of my lessons. Cheers Graham. See you on the road mate.
Mark mccann
5 Aug 2012
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I was recommended 1st Gear by a friend and I would recommend them too. The lessons went very well and I learnt to drive quickly. The instructor was a good laugh and good at his job. I live in Torquay ...
I was recommended 1st Gear by a friend and I would recommend them too. The lessons went very well and I learnt to drive quickly. The instructor was a good laugh and good at his job. I live in Torquay but I know they have instructors all over Torbay and Exeter. Thanks for reading my review. Mark
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1st Gear School of Motoring
Torquay, Devon
Business Hours
Monday
07:00AM-21:00PM
Tuesday
07:00AM-21:00PM
Wednesday
07:00AM-21:00PM
Thursday
07:00AM-21:00PM
Friday
07:00AM-21:00PM
Saturday
07:00AM-21:00PM
Sunday
07:00AM-21:00PM
Reviews
Tina tinkerbel Hart
4 Sep 2023
At 51 years young I passed my test today 1st time with 3 minors and I would like to say a huge thank you to Will Smerdon, at 1st Gear Driving School, I never thought I would get past my nerves those f...
At 51 years young I passed my test today 1st time with 3 minors and I would like to say a huge thank you to Will Smerdon, at 1st Gear Driving School, I never thought I would get past my nerves those first few lessons, but you pushed me slowly when I needed it and had patience with my mistakes, I can't thank you enough. You're an excellent driving instructor. Thank you.
David Mcneish
26 May 2023
Not for nervous drivers or females. My daughter has been learning to drive with Will. Despite giving her 10s on assessments he kept losing his temper and shouting. He also kept criticising other woman...
Not for nervous drivers or females. My daughter has been learning to drive with Will. Despite giving her 10s on assessments he kept losing his temper and shouting. He also kept criticising other woman driver's. He then cancelled her lessons saying the dynamic wasn't there going forward. Shocking waste of money. Would not recommend EVER.
Sophie Woodcock
24 Apr 2018
Daniel Harwood
20 Nov 2017
When I first started looking into driving lessons, I walked straight to NA DVLA test center 'cause it was only round then corner and asked about intensive courses. Dan, from first gear happened to be ...
When I first started looking into driving lessons, I walked straight to NA DVLA test center 'cause it was only round then corner and asked about intensive courses. Dan, from first gear happened to be there, approached me and talked me through everything I needed to do. Although lessons did not continue with Dan due to complications, I don't think I could have asked for a better instructor starting out as a learner. Great character and definitely knows what he's doing. Cheers Dan
Robert Jack
12 Mar 2017
Brilliant! A large family means more than one driving lesson trauma for the brood so what a relief when we finally chose the right tuition and chose a driving School that demonstrated a friendly prof...
Brilliant! A large family means more than one driving lesson trauma for the brood so what a relief when we finally chose the right tuition and chose a driving School that demonstrated a friendly professionalism that surpassed all previous experiences. Well done First Gear... will definitely be sending the grand children your way soon!
Chanel Collins
14 Jul 2015
Emma Hutchings
16 Jul 2014
I just passed my driving test with 1st Gear School of Motoring. I learnt with Graham from Exeter and passed with 2 minors after a 20 hour intensive course.Graham was an excellent instructor and made m...
I just passed my driving test with 1st Gear School of Motoring. I learnt with Graham from Exeter and passed with 2 minors after a 20 hour intensive course.Graham was an excellent instructor and made me feel confident with my driving as well as making the lessons enjoyable. I highly recommend Graham as an instructor. Thanks Graham and 1st Gear!
Jame Williams
1 Oct 2013
When i first called 1st Gear School of Motoring they were very helpful and put me at ease straight away. My lessons were with an instructor called Graham Woodcock and i would recommend him to anyone f...
When i first called 1st Gear School of Motoring they were very helpful and put me at ease straight away. My lessons were with an instructor called Graham Woodcock and i would recommend him to anyone for driving lessons. I passed 2nd time but that was my fault. A great driving school Graham was always on time and never cancelled any of my lessons. Cheers Graham. See you on the road mate.
Mark mccann
5 Aug 2012
I was recommended 1st Gear by a friend and I would recommend them too. The lessons went very well and I learnt to drive quickly. The instructor was a good laugh and good at his job. I live in Torquay ...
I was recommended 1st Gear by a friend and I would recommend them too. The lessons went very well and I learnt to drive quickly. The instructor was a good laugh and good at his job. I live in Torquay but I know they have instructors all over Torbay and Exeter. Thanks for reading my review. Mark
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