Honest & Reliable Local Mechanic
in Lake Macquarie
Servicing & repairing all makes & models. Specialising in European vehicles. Performance upgrades, tuning & remapping turbo diesel 4WDs & utes.
Your Everyday Car,
Looked After Properly
We treat everyone's vehicles as if they are our own, with care taken into all work carried out. Keeping the vehicle on the road and keeping your family safe and moving. Servicing and repairing all makes & models.
- Log book servicing (all makes & models)
- E-safety inspections (pink slip)
- Blue slip (unregistered 3+ months, interstate registration transfer or brand new vehicle)
- Brakes, rotors, pads & calipers
- Clutch repairs & replacement
- Suspension & steering repairs
- Battery, alternator & starter motor
- Auto electrical diagnostics
- Cooling system & radiators
- Exhaust repairs & replacement
- Air conditioning repairs & servicing
- Timing belts & water pumps
- Pre-purchase inspections
In-Depth Diagnostics
& Performance Upgrades
Whether it's an Audi, Mercedes or BMW that needs the dealership's scanner gear, or a HSV or 2JZ that needs some performance upgrades — we do it all.
- Diagnostics & fault scanning
- Identify hard-to-find problems
- Tuning & performance upgrades
- V8 cam shaft packages
- Air intake upgrades
- Exhaust upgrades
- 4WD service
- Pre-trip & touring checks
- Pre-purchase inspections
- Clutch repairs & upgrades
- Suspension repairs & upgrade kits
- DPF diagnosis & repairs
- All log book services
- Project cars and custom builds
- Diesel performance tuning & remapping
Our Core Services
From a basic log book service to a full engine rebuild, we bring the same honest advice and old-school care to every car that comes through the workshop.
Get your car booked in for a service or quote
Where to Find the Workshop
Servicing customers in Newcastle & East Lake Macquarie.
Workshop based at 5/10 Seasands Drive, Redhead
Customers come to us from a wide range of suburbs, including:
- Belmont
- Belmont North
- Belmont South
- Bennetts Green
- Cardiff
- Caves Beach
- Charlestown
- Croudace Bay
- Dudley
- Eleebana
- Floraville
- Gateshead
- Jewells
- Kahibah
- Marks Point
- Mount Hutton
- Newcastle
- Redhead
- Swansea
- Tingira Heights
- Valentine
- Warners Bay
- Whitebridge
Not listed? Give us a call — we've got customers from across the region. Drop your car off, walk down to the beach, we'll text when it's ready.
Book Your Car In →Why Choose Redhead Automotive?
We're not just mechanics — we're your local family-owned auto centre, and we treat every car like it's our own.
Honest, Up-Front Diagnosis
We tell you exactly what's wrong, what it'll cost, and what you can leave for another day. No upselling, no hidden tricks — just straight answers.
20+ Years On The Tools
Luke, Karen and the team have been keeping Newcastle cars on the road for two decades. Old-school skill, modern diagnostic gear.
Fair Pricing, Every Time
Independent shop, dealership-quality work — often hundreds less than the franchise. We quote properly so you know what you're paying before we start.
Specialist Knowledge
European cars (BMW, Audi, Mercedes, VW), 4WDs and performance builds — we have the scanners, tooling and experience to do it right.
Fast & Reliable Turnaround
Booked-in jobs come back when promised. We'll fit in urgent work where we can, and always call before extra work is done.
Ready to book in?
Give us a call or send a message. We'll find a slot that suits you and get your car sorted properly.
122+
Google Reviews
4.7★
Google Rating
20+ Yrs
Family Owned
Local
Redhead, NSW
From The Workshop
A glimpse of recent jobs through the Redhead Automotive workshop.
What Our Customers Say
“Fantastic service and friendly staff. I had my 200 series Land Cruiser worked on by Redhead Automotive recently and I can not be happier with the level of service from start to finish. I highly recommend them to anyone — from small to large jobs these guys can handle it.”
John Downie
3 months ago
“We absolutely love Redhead Automotive! They have been our go-to mechanics since we moved here 18 years ago. They are extremely honest, professional and knowledgeable. But more than that they have become our friends. You can't go wrong placing your cars in their hands.”
Rob B
Local Guide · a year ago
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before booking. Can't find your answer? Get in touch.
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Call Us
02 4944 7855
Email Us
admin@redheadautomotive.com.au
Workshop
5/10 Seasands Drive, Redhead NSW 2290