The Auto Repair Shop is your local, family owned and operated Repco Authorised Service centre, proudly offering friendly service and quality workmanship.

The Auto Repair Shop can service new cars and only qualified mechanics work on your car, using quality parts and fluids so your statutory warranty is preserved. We offer our customers the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs at all times. 

As your local Repco Authorised Service Centre in Narre Warren, The Auto Repair Shop provide expert mechanical repairs and servicing on all vehicle makes and models. Appointments can be tailored to suit customers where possible including loan cars, towing, late weeknight and Saturday opening times (all upon prior arrangement only).

Services include, but are not at all limited to:

The Auto Repair Shop care about the environment and have Arctick Authorisation to reliably and responsibly conduct automotive air conditioning service (AU49450). ARC Approved Car Air Conditioning Servicing reduces Fuel Costs and protects your health. 

The Auto Repair Shop also provides a free pick up & drop off service and a loan car facility upon request. A reception and waiting lounge area is available, if required, should you need to wait.

Conveniently located on busy Narre Warren - Cranbourne Road (opposite Ray Bastin Reserve) and adjacent to Smash ‘N' Shine Body Works, The Auto Repair Shop is within walking distance of Narre Warren train station, the popular Webb Street precinct and Westfield Fountain Gate.

For friendly car service from a trusted independent mechanic, you can always rely on The Auto Repair Shop

The Auto Repair Shop is your local, family owned and operated Repco Authorised Service centre, which prides itself on friendly service and quality workmanship...

Automotive Servicing and Repairs in Narre Warren

With Easter just around the corner, it's the perfect time to ensure your car is in peak condition, whether you're planning a long trip or just driving around Narre Warren. Regular servicing is vital to keeping your vehicle safe and reliable for school holiday travel, and The Auto Repair Shop in Narre Warren is the best choice for comprehensive car care.

Get Your Vehicle Ready for Easter Driving in Narre Warren

Regular servicing involves several key mechanical checks that help maintain the safety and performance of your vehicle. One of the most crucial aspects is ensuring that your brakes are in excellent working order. Reliable brakes are essential for your safety, particularly when driving long distances or in varied weather conditions.

Another important task is checking your tyres. Properly maintained tyres enhance vehicle handling and reduce the risk of accidents. Ensuring your tyres have the correct tread depth and pressure will provide a safer, smoother ride.

Equally important is the car's battery condition. A healthy battery guarantees that your car starts reliably, particularly when embarking on long trips. Regular checks can prevent the inconvenience of a sudden breakdown.

In addition to these checks, it's important to verify that all vehicle lights are operational. Functional lights are crucial for visibility and safety, especially during night driving or inclement weather.

Your HVAC system also plays a vital role in vehicle comfort and safety. A fully operational HVAC not only ensures a pleasant driving environment but also assists with window demisting, improving visibility in adverse weather. The Auto Repair Shop have Arctick Authorisation to reliably and responsibly conduct automotive air conditioning service (AU49450).

Lastly, checking fluid levels, such as oil and coolant, is essential. Proper fluid levels help prevent overheating and maintain the smooth operation of your car's engine.

While Easter is still a bit away, booking your car service early can help you avoid the rush, especially if you have travel plans over the Easter weekend. 

Trust The Auto Repair Shop in Narre Warren to ensure your vehicle is road-ready, giving you peace of mind and a hassle-free holiday experience.

Ensure your car is road-ready for Easter holidays in Narre Warren with expert servicing. Learn about crucial maintenance tasks like checking brakes, tyres, and battery to guarantee safe and smooth travel.

Holiday Car Service - Get the jump on Easter

The Auto Repair Shop (AU49450) are the best mechanics to undertake all your Vehicle Air Conditioner Regas, Service, Repair and Inspection needs in Narre Warren and the surrounding areas.

Modern vehicles are intricate machines, and much like the engine, the air conditioning system contains components that require routine maintenance or replacement to maintain consistent and efficient performance. When refrigerant levels drop due to leaks or evaporation, the air conditioning system's efficiency diminishes, causing it to exert more effort and, consequently, it may consume more fuel.

Thus, it is crucial to conduct frequent inspections of the rubber seals to identify any indications of leakage or fissures, as these defects could potentially result in a reduction of refrigerant levels.

By arranging for your car's air conditioning system to be serviced annually, you help avert expensive malfunctions both immediately and in the long run. This proactive measure ensures the safety of passengers by curbing the accumulation of potentially dangerous substances. Moreover, a meticulously maintained air conditioning system can be more fuel-efficient, especially where smaller, more economical engines are concerned, ultimately leading to cost savings.

There’s a unique and unmatched peace of mind that accompanies knowing your vehicle is in top-notch shape. Regular Air Conditioning Maintenance from The Auto Repair Shop in Narre Warren helps to ensure that your car’s AC system is well-prepared to face any weather extremes. With this assurance, you can embark on your journeys with absolute certainty and keep your cool, confident that your air conditioning will operate seamlessly when you need it the most.

The Auto Repair Shop care about the environment and have Arctick Authorisation (AU49450) to reliably and responsibly conduct car air conditioner regas, service, repair and inspection.

Book your car air conditioning service with the experts at The Auto Repair Shop today!

Ten Sound Reasons to Regularly Service Your Car's Air Conditioning

Keep your cool with less fuel this summer with an Air Conditioning Service in Narre Warren from The Auto Repair Shop (AU49450)…

Car air conditioning service in Narre Warren

Winter driving can be quite a challenge, especially in places like Narre Warren, where weather conditions can be unpredictable. From icy roads to reduced visibility, ensuring your car is in top-notch condition is crucial for your safety and that of others on the road. This handy guide from The Auto Repair Shop in Narre Warren will help explain why regular service is essential and how it prepares your car for winter driving.

How Regular Service Helps Get Your Car Ready for Winter Driving in Narre Warren

Regular servicing isn't just about ticking a box; it's about keeping your vehicle in the best condition possible. During winter, this becomes even more critical. Cold temperatures can exacerbate minor issues, turning them into major problems that can leave you stranded in less-than-ideal conditions. Regular servicing helps identify and rectify these issues before they escalate.

When winter sets in, road conditions can become slippery due to rain or frost. Hence, ensuring your brakes are working optimally is paramount. A thorough brake check during your regular service will examine the brake pads, rotors, and fluid levels. Worn-out brakes can severely compromise your stopping power, which is especially dangerous on icy roads. A well-maintained braking system provides the necessary stopping distance, which can make all the difference in avoiding an accident.

Your tyres are your car's first point of contact with the road, making their condition vital for safe driving. During winter, you may face wet, icy, or even snowy roads, and your tyres need to be in excellent condition to handle these challenges. Regular servicing with The Auto Repair Shop will allow us to check the tyre tread depth and pressure. Adequate tread depth is crucial for grip, while proper tyre pressure ensures even contact with the road, reducing the risk of skidding. Some drivers may even consider switching to winter tyres for added safety.

Cold weather can be brutal on your car battery. Low temperatures can reduce the battery's capacity and make it harder to start your engine. During regular servicing at The Auto Repair Shop, the battery's charge and overall health will be assessed. This check can prevent unexpected battery failures, which are inconvenient and potentially dangerous, especially in cold conditions. If your battery is nearing the end of its life, it's better to replace it before winter arrives.

Fluid levels in your car play a significant role in its performance, especially in winter. During a regular service, The Auto Repair Shop technicians will check and top up essential fluids such as engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and windshield washer fluid. Coolant, for example, is crucial for preventing your engine from freezing. Similarly, having the right amount of brake fluid ensures that your braking system operates efficiently. Windshield washer fluid with antifreeze properties is also essential for maintaining visibility during frosty mornings.

Visibility can be significantly reduced during winter due to fog, rain, and frost. Therefore, ensuring your windshield wipers are in good condition is essential. During a regular service, the wipers will be inspected for wear and tear. If the wipers are leaving streaks or making noise, it's time to replace them. High-quality wipers will ensure you have a clear view of the road, reducing the risk of accidents caused by poor visibility.

Winter days are shorter, and you'll likely find yourself driving in low-light conditions more often. Ensuring all your car's lights are functioning correctly is crucial for your safety. Regular servicing at our Narre Warren workshop will check the headlights, tail lights, brake lights, and indicators. Properly functioning lights ensure that you can see and be seen, reducing the risk of accidents.

The HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) system is vital for maintaining comfort and safety during winter. A well-functioning heater will keep you warm, while the defroster will ensure your windshield remains clear of fog and frost. During regular servicing with The Auto Repair Shop, the HVAC system will be inspected to ensure it's operating correctly. This check will also identify any potential issues that could compromise your comfort and safety.

Regular servicing is the cornerstone of vehicle maintenance, ensuring that your car remains in optimal condition, particularly during the challenging winter months. From brakes to tyres, battery to fluid levels, and windshield wipers to lights and the HVAC system, each component plays a critical role in your car's overall performance and safety.

By keeping up with regular servicing with The Auto Repair Shop you can enjoy peace of mind knowing that your vehicle is ready to handle whatever winter throws your way in Narre Warren...

Prepare your car for the cold season with regular servicing. Discover why it's crucial to check brakes, tyres, battery, fluid levels, windshield wipers, lights, and the HVAC system for safe winter driving in Narre Warren VIC...

Ensure Your Car is Winter-Ready: A Winter Service Guide for Narre Warren VIC

Your car's safety and roadworthiness is dependent on the “safety triangle,” consisting of the vehicle's ‘stopping, steering and stability' capabilities.

The suspension and shock absorbers are not just there to give you a smooth ride, they are integral for the correct operation of these three critical capabilities, therefore keeping you, your passengers and other road users safe. Regular servicing and maintenance can help to prevent problems, but if you notice anything amiss, contact us ASAP to get it checked out.

We are located in Narre Warren and serve customers in the surrounding areas as well.

Top Quality: As a part of the Repco Authorised Service Centre network all of the work we perform is backed by the Repco Nationwide Warranty.

The Right Parts: Our mechanics are kept up on all the latest parts thanks to Repco service bulletins. Additionally, we have access to the Repco spare parts network which means we can find you the right part at the right price.

The Best Team: Our mechanics are well versed in many different makes and models. From a fleet of vehicles to the family car, we are here for you.

An important part of keeping all aspects of your vehicle working properly is to stick to your regular Log Book servicing schedule. However, if you notice any of the following symptoms you should get your vehicle checked out as soon as possible;

Nose diving and swerving - bonnet dips when braking or slowing down

Car rocks and rolls over bumps and doesn't hug bends when cornering

Our suspension and shock absorber services include inspection, diagnosis, repairs and replacements so we'll have your car fixed and back on the road time. Don't delay, book today.

Some of your suspension & shock absorber's important parts include

Springs - Springs are designed to absorb energy and there are several different types including leaf, coil, torsion bar or air assisted springs. The springs on different types of cars will be set up to different levels. Luxury cars, for example, may have soft springs to produce a smoother ride but this results in more body movement when the car brakes and corners. Sports cars, on the other hand, tend to have tighter springs which allow for more aggressive driving, including around corners, but also mean a less smooth ride.

Shock absorbers - these dissipate the energy absorbed by the springs. The car would not work properly without the shock absorbers because the springs would cause it to bounce up and down when you go over a bump rather than absorb that bump.

Strut - this is a shock absorber mounted inside a coil spring. Struts do the job of the springs and shock absorbers plus provide additional structural support for the suspension system.

Anti-sway bar - spans the width of the axle and joins the two sides of the suspension together to provide stability to the car while it is moving.

For high quality Suspension & Shock Absorber Services at a competitive price, contact us or book online. We are located at 1, 33-35 Narre Warren-Cranbourne Rd and service many customers in Narre Warren and the surrounding areas.

Get more useful information in Repco's Shock Absorbers Auto Facts Video

/Your car's safety and roadworthiness is dependent on the “safety triangle,” consisting of the vehicle's ‘stopping, steering and stability' capabilities.

Stopping, steering and stability - The safety triangle

From the alternator to the battery to the spark plugs, these small parts must work in sync in order to get everything started. If your car is not starting properly or if it has died, make an appointment with our friendly mechanics today.

The Auto Repair Shop are experienced at fixing alternators, starter motors, wiring, fuses, radios, car alarms and more. Give us a call or book online and we'll get your car fixed and back on the road in no time.

From the alternator to the battery to the spark plugs, these small parts must work in sync in order to get everything started.

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We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Christmas period from the close of business on Tuesday the 24th of December and reopening on Wednesday the 15th of January

We advise that we will be closed for the Easter long weekend from Friday the 29th of March, reopening Tuesday the 2nd of April

Please be advised that we will be closed on Friday 7th of June and Monday 10th of June for the public holiday.

The Auto Repair Shop - Narre Warren is your local, family owned & operated Repco Authorised Service centre, which prides itself on friendly service & quality workmanship. 

We offer our customers the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs at all times. Appointments can be tailored to suit customers where possible including drop off and pick up services, loan cars, towing, late weeknight and Saturday opening times (upon arrangement). A reception and waiting lounge area is available, if required, should you need to wait.

Our workshop is conveniently located on busy Narre Warren - Cranbourne Road (opposite Ray Bastin Reserve) and adjacent to Smash 'N' Shine Body Works.

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