THE WHEEL DEAL

No job is too big or small for Premier Bodyshops, from full car restorations to small scratches

FROM classic cars and exotic sports models to your daily driver and family runabout - Premier Bodyshops has you covered.

Their team is dedicated to getting your wheels back on the road at high speed. Probably the largest motor vehicle repair shop in Estepona, they operate from a 700sq.m. fully-equipped workshop on the town’s industrial estate.

They undertake all types of accident repair work for vans and motorhomes as well as cars - from vandal scratches to major collision damage and convertible roof replacement to windscreen and glass replacement.

Premier also has approved repairer status with all major insurance companies operating in Spain and in some cases they can start repairs on your vehicle immediately without prior estimates or inspections, thereby cutting the time you are without your vehicle.

Better still, you get use of one of their fleet of courtesy cars while your repair is being carried out – totally free – and a free valet service on collection.

All work is guaranteed for one year.

The business also specialises in classic restorations, from bare metal to fully-trimmed and painted running vehicles.

It has also produced some rare classic conversions such as the Rolls Royce Silver Cloud II four door convertible and they have also converted a Bentley MK VI from hardtop to two door convertible. And not only that, they are fully equipped to convert your classic car to electric power.

Aiden and his team are all car enthusiasts who love classic and exotic vehicles. So much so that they organise car events for fellow enthusiasts. Watch out for their next one this September/October.

To have Aiden and his team take care of your car, contact Premier Bodyshops on 951 90 11 55 email – aiden@premierbodyshops.es

Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8.30 – 17.00

C/ Juan de Herrera 23, polígono industrial Estepona. 29680

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Begin at the north end, in Avenida Andalucia where many of the residential buildings are adorned by enchanting murals. Continuing onto Calle Terraza, you’ll pass a glass-domed building with white facade – the Estepona Orchid House, where more than 1300 species of orchids are on show.

Stop for coffee and pastries at nearby Tahona de Chana.

The cafe has an ideal central location, but just before the hustle and bustle of the bars.

There’s a fish and seafood restaurant with a decent hearty Spanish menu opposite, but further down you’ll arrive at Estepona’s busiest plaza – the Plaza Antonio Guerrero – where both the Freiduria and La Taberna de Juan make perfect spots for a beer and a bite to eat.

From there, walk a few hundred yards down the road and to the right, and you’ll find the charming Plaza de los Flores. The early afternoon, when it is quiet, is the best time to enjoy the peace and appreciate the full spectrum of colourful flowers around the ornate fountain. Later, the plaza is transformed into a hotspot for sangria-drinking Brits and other tourists. Veering left after the plaza, onto Avenida España, you are confronted by an endless succession of restaurants and ice cream parlours. Try El Rincon Toscano, a delicious and unpretentious Italian restaurant, or Mexa, an excellent Mexican with especially good food for vegetarians (make sure to get the jackfruit tacos).

Hipsters out there can get a flat white to go at Manila Café Bar, before entering into the old town and passing the stunning Parroquia Nuestra Señora De Los Remedios, a beautiful church with a distinctly Andalucian flavour.

Ready for refreshment?

Drop into the Gran Vino, an excellent wine bar specialising in Italian wine.

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STUNNING: (Clockwise) Walking map of Estepona, Plaza de las Flores, Parroquia Nuestra Señora De Los Remedios, Parque del Calvario and statue in Plaza Ortiz connoisseur before you are sussed out as an ignoramus by the expert waiters. I can recommend the Valpolicella Verona. Or if cervezas are more your thing, then a few hundred yards further along, you’ll find El Capote on Calle Viento, a secluded bar that is great value for money. After that, head down to the beach.

The view of the sea remains glorious. Walking along this beach never gets dull. Return to Avenida Andalucia, passing the understated but decent Cafeteria Delta, and finish at Parque el Calvario. The park makes a fitting end to a 5 kilometre walk that takes about an hour and a half and allows you to do more than scratch the surface of this traditional yet vibrant town.