Uptown motoring guide
Whether it's motorcycles, scooters, car repairs, or exhaust upgrades,
Uptown is home to a thriving motoring scene
0800SCOOTERS
From a simple puncture repair to a complete engine overhaul, or maintenance on an electric scooter, 0800Scooters Ltd carry out all mechanical, electrical and cosmetic repairs your scooter may need. They specialise only in scooters and also offer breakdown assistance and towing, along with a wide range of second-hand scooters ready to hit the road.
6A Exmouth Street
P: 021 115 5240
AUTO TRANS
If you're after a mechanic to fix and rebuild an automatic gearbox, or modify it for high-performance or a race car, Auto Trans is your pit stop where everything happens in-house.
The automatic transmission workshop specialises in servicing all makes and models of transmissions, rebuilding torque converters and integrating high-stall performance converters for the racing market.
136 New North Road
P: 09 309 2538
BIKE VAULT
Secure motorcycle storage specialists Bike Vault cater to all bike storage needs, from a single bike to large collections. All storage options include power for battery tenders and WiFi access, so you can set up a wireless camera system to check in on your bike remotely. Facilities feature swipe card access, CCTV, and a sprinkler system, plus space to wash your bike. Showers and toilets are also available on the premises.
P: 027 279 4115
BNT AUTOMOTIVE
Automotive aftermarket parts specialist BNT Automotive has branches across the motu, including Burleigh Street in Uptown. BNT stocks a full range of brakes, clutches, drivelines, suspension components, underbonnet parts, filters, oils, and related products and service tools. While most of its customers are trade professionals, BNT also welcomes the public.
36 Burleigh Street
P: 09 304 1055
W: bntnz.co.nz
BRODIE EUROPEAN
Service and repair specialists for Audi, Volkswagen, Škoda, and SEAT/Cupra, Brodie European uses the latest computer diagnostics to guarantee fast and accurate fault detection. The business is 100% New Zealand owned and led by Cameron Brodie, a specialist Audi and Volkswagen technician with more than 26 years'
experience. In-depth knowledge of these brands covers everything from service and maintenance to central locking diagnostics, fault code identification, and sensor fault finding and replacement.
27 Boston Road
P: 09 379 4998
G.A.S. MT EDEN
If you need to fill up, g.a.s. Mt Eden is the place in Uptown to do it. You'll find them sandwiched between Woolf Mufflers and Mt Eden Automotive.
Owner Tahir Umar has operated g.a.s Mt Eden for the past 15 years and is always up for a chat. It's also where artist Dick Frizzell picks up his daily newspaper and a good place for grabbing a hot pie.
16 Mount Eden Road
P: 09 302 7786
W: gas.kiwi
JAYCAR ELECTRONICS
If you are looking for a particular electronic component or gadget, like a fast car charger converter or carplay/android auto wireless dongle, Jaycar Electronics will be able to help you out. They also sell toy remote control cars for big and little kids.
231 Khyber Pass Road
P: 09 377 6421
W:
jaycar.co.nz
JD CAR CLINIC
You can find JD Car Clinic Ltd just behind Golf Warehouse on Newton Road.
The independent automotive service and repair workshop was established in 2014 and provides general mechanical repairs, diagnostics, and maintenance for vehicles of all makes and models, and is recognised as an approved Motor Trade Association (MTA) member repairer.
Certified technicians use advanced diagnostic tools, and offer comprehensive vehicle servicing, brake and clutch repairs, tyre fitting and alignment, air-conditioning maintenance, and Warrant of Fitness (WOF) inspections.
19 Randolph Street
P: 09 309 6618
JUST PRESTIGE AUTOS AUCKLAND
Car dealer Just Prestige specialises in importing prestige used Japanese and European vehicles, including 4x4s and sports cars. They travel to Japan and the UK to hand-pick every vehicle they sell and offer trade prices directly to the public. If the model you've always dreamed of isn't in stock, they provide a car-finding service and deliver nationwide to all major cities.
123 New North Road
P: 09 366 1688
MASTER MECHANICS
Word-of-mouth referrals have kept the team at Master Mechanics busy for the past 10 years. Founded in 2016 by Wiremu Burkhardt, Master Mechanics is known for its friendly, reliable service and for delivering a thorough, quality job on every car that comes through its doors.
Their experienced and trusted mechanics have the skill to work on all makes and models, including VW, Audi, BMW, US brands, Toyota, Mazda, and Mitsubishi, to name a few.
73 Upper Queen Street
P: 09 963 3772
E: info@mastermechanics.co.nz
MOTOMAIL
New Zealand's motorcycle accessory superstore Motomail offers the biggest and best selection of gear in Australasia. The physical store on Boston Road is a popular meeting place for weekend riders and provides an outstanding recreational retail experience (see more on page 10).
The Motomail team are "gear geeks", so when it comes to finding the right gear for you and your ride, they will have the answer. You'll find helmets, jackets, gloves, boots, jeans and more. They're open seven days and online.
41 Boston Road
P: 09 379 9050
MT EDEN AUTOMOTIVE
For decades, a mechanic's workshop has operated on the site of an old BP service station on Mount Eden Road. Since taking over in 2016, Jason Barnes has carried on that long-standing tradition. Today, his workshop is a trusted local destination, offering comprehensive mechanical and electrical services for all types of vehicles. Services include general mechanical repairs, Warrant of Fitness (WOF) inspections, auto-electrical work, muffler and exhaust repairs, brake and suspension maintenance, tyre replacement and wheel alignment, and air-conditioning servicing.
18 Mount Eden Road
P: 09 373 5509
MT EDEN TYRE AND MECHANICAL
At Mt Eden Tyre and Mechanical Ltd, it's not just about car repairs - it's about building relationships. Mechanic and owner-operator Scott Bennett has always aimed to earn customers' trust and loyalty by consistently delivering excellence in everything the team does.
Their commitment to customer satisfaction extends beyond the workshop, with the team happy to answer questions and provide advice. They offer full car repair and maintenance services, along with quality tyres and accessories.
30 New North Road
P: 09 303 0348
RAY HASLAR AUTOHAUS
Established in 1970, Ray Haslar Autohaus is a recognised, approved collision repairer and refinisher for prestige European vehicles. It remains New Zealand's only approved collision repairer for Bentley and Lamborghini.
In the late 1980s, the business
became the country's first approved collision repairer for Mercedes-Benz, later securing approvals for Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche and Škoda.
To meet exacting factory standards, the team maintains rigorous levels of expertise, experience and specialised tooling.
9 Virginia Ave East
P: 09 373 5294
SCOOTLING
Scooter specialists Scootling are relative newcomers to Uptown but bring more than 17 years' experience with them. See page 8. Located beside music venue Powerstation, Scootling is a one-stop hub for scooter riders - selling new and used scooters, gear and parts, offering expert advice and servicing. You can rent scooters from here, too.
37 Mount Eden Road
P: 09 360 0717
SPEEDY RENTALS
Rental car business Speedy Rentals has a branch in Uptown where you can hire vehicles, as well as pick up or drop them off hire. Their fleet includes everything from sedans and SUVs to vans and luxury cars.
112 New North Road
P: 09 949 1200
TAYLOR AUTOMOTIVE
Starting in a small garage in 1979 and now compassing a large 1200 square meter facility, Taylor Automotive specialises in all facets of engine reconditioning, performance rebuilds, precision machining and repairs. The business remains locally owned and operated, continuing the Taylor family's reputation for craftsmanship and integrity. In addition to comprehensive vehicle servicing and specialised engine work, the workshop also performs routine Warrant of Fitness (WOF) inspections, brake and suspension repairs.
6-10 Auburn Street
P: 09 377 8404
W: taylorautomotive.co.nz
U-GO
This self-serve, pay-at-pump gas station on Newton Road is open 24/7.
It's also one of the cheapest places in Auckland to get petrol because they don't have operational overheads.
102 Newton Road
WEBB'S
Premier auction house Webb's doesn't just specialise in the sale of art, jewellery, fine wines and whisky - it also handles collectors' cars, motorcycles and automobilia.
Upcoming auctions to watch include the collectors' cars live auctions on Sunday 17 May at 2.30pm and Sunday 6 September at 2.30pm.
Entries are invited for those looking
to sell. Webb's is seeking cars and motorcycles of impeccable quality, design and provenance, including marques such as Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Rolls- Royce and Jaguar, as well as motorcycles from Ducati, MV Agusta, AJS, BSA and Triumph.
33a Normanby Road
P: 09 529 5600
W: webbs.co.nz
WOOLF MUFFLERS
Woolf Mufflers have more than 38 years of "exhaustive experience" and create custom mufflers and pipes that perfectly fit, no matter the make or model of the vehicle. When we visited, they had a 1962 Ford Galaxie being fitted with a custom exhaust. Did you know that if you start to smell gas inside your car when you're driving, this may be a sign of exhaust problems caused by damaged, leaking exhaust tubes?
Exhaust faults can also make your vehicle work harder than it should, leading to increased fuel consumption. Head to their website for more hot tips.
18 Mount Eden Road
P: 09 630 0690
W: woolfmufflers.co.nz
