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MQB Platform Specialists

Built engines. Properly repaired. Zero compromise.

Full engine builds. Performance upgrades and repairs. Stage 1, 2 & 3 mapping delivered with our tuning partner, Unicorn Motor Developments. VW Group specialists — Golf, Audi A3, Skoda Octavia, SEAT Leon.

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MQB
Platform Experts
MQB PLATFORM
What We Do

Platform Expertise.
No Shortcuts.

Every service is delivered by specialists who know the MQB architecture inside out. If you want it done right, not just done — this is where you come.

Engine Builds
Built bottom ends for high-power applications. Forged internals, balanced rotating assemblies, head work, big-bore kits. Engines that'll survive stage 3 power without apology.
Forged Built Bottom End Head Work
Repairs & Diagnostics
Full mechanical repairs on VW Group vehicles. VCDS and OEM-level diagnostics. Clutches, DSG services, timing, cooling, and general workshop work done properly.
VCDS DSG Service Mechanical
Performance Upgrades
Turbo upgrades, intercoolers, intakes, exhausts, fuelling, suspension. Hardware that actually makes a difference. Sourced and fitted in-house.
Turbo Intercooler Exhaust Fuelling
MQB Tuning & Mapping
Stage 1, 2 and 3 ECU remaps tailored to your hardware and intended use, delivered in partnership with Unicorn Motor Developments. Dyno-proven calibration — no generic files, no inflated power claims.
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 ECU Remap
Why Ares

Specialists.
Not Generalists.

We don't do a bit of everything. We know the MQB platform — its limits, its potential, and exactly what it takes to push it further. That focus is the difference.

01
MQB Depth
Golf, A3, Octavia, Leon — the platform is our speciality. We know the architecture, the failure points and the margins better than most.
02
Trusted Partners
Builds and repairs done under one roof. Mapping is handled with our tuning partner, Unicorn Motor Developments, for dyno-proven calibration. No surprises between stages.
03
Straight Talk
If your setup can't safely make the power you want, we'll tell you. No overselling, no inflated dyno figures. Just an honest assessment.
04
Built to Last
We build engines that are meant to survive — not just make a number on a dyno sheet. Proper components, proper process.
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Featured Builds

Workshop Floor.
Real Results.

Every build is different. Here's some of what comes through the workshop.

MK7.5 450BHP
MQB · Golf R Mk7.5
Stage 3 Built Motor
Forged internals · IS38 hybrid · Full bolt-ons · Custom map · 450+ bhp
S3 8V 380BHP
MQB · Audi S3 8V
Stage 2+ Package
Big intercooler · Hybrid turbo · Intake · Decat downpipe · 380 bhp
vRS 245 320BHP
MQB · Skoda Octavia vRS 245
Stage 1 to 2 Conversion
Stage 1 map · Intake · Sports cat · Intercooler upgrade · 320 bhp
How It Works

The Process.

Straightforward from first message to finished build. By appointment only — so your car gets undivided attention when it's in.

01
Enquire
Tell us your car, current setup and what you're after. Phone, email or the contact form — whichever works.
02
Assess & Quote
We'll go through the options, what hardware you need and what's realistic. Honest scope, honest price.
03
Book In
Appointment confirmed. We work on your car — not a queue of ten others at once. Focused workshop time.
04
Build & Tune
Hardware fitted, engine built if required, mapping handled with our partner Unicorn Motor Developments. Tested before it leaves the workshop.
05
Collect
Car handed back with full build notes and power figures. Everything explained. No mystery.
Reviews

Reputation Earned.

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Recommend on Facebook 32 reviews. Every single one a recommendation. That's not a marketing line — that's the actual number.

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4.7★ on Google 13 reviews, mostly engine work. Customers have travelled from as far as Ireland to have their car built here.

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"I was referred to Ares by another VAG specialist when they diagnosed my stem seals had failed. Had to wait a few months because they were so busy — I've never seen so many fast VWs queued up for engine work."
Mark Andrews · Google
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"I came all the way from Ireland for him to rebuild my Cupra engine and it was the best decision ever. Has a wealth of knowledge and loves what he does. After-service is fantastic also."
Adrian Webster · Google
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"My turbo unfortunately failed a few months back and the guys at Ares recovered the car, fitted a replacement turbo and delivered it back to me within 72 hours — and that included a Sunday."
Liam · Google
Get In Touch

By Appointment.

We don't take walk-ins. Book in, get proper time — not a rushed slot between other jobs.

Phone
07809 438319
By appointment only
Email
Arestuning@outlook.com
Address
Unit 2 City Metals, Saltney, Flintshire, CH4 8RW
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