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Service 01

Brake Repair & Replacement

From R450 labour

Cape Town's hills punish brakes. Whether you're coming down Kloof Nek daily or stuck in M3 stop-start traffic, your brake pads wear out. We replace brakes at your home — no workshop visit needed.

What we replace: Brake pads, brake discs (rotors), brake fluid, calipers and brake lines. We source quality parts from Bosch, Brembo, ATE and other trusted brands.

  • Full brake inspection included
  • Quality parts from major brands
  • Brake fluid flush available
  • 90 day workmanship guarantee
  • Complete at your home in 1-2 hours
Do not delay brake work

Squealing, grinding, pulling to one side, soft pedal — all signs you need brakes now. Cape winter rain makes worn brakes dangerous.

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Brake repair Cape Town
Service 02

Shocks & Suspension

From R600 labour

Cape Town roads destroy suspension. Potholes on Voortrekker Road, bumps on the N1, speed bumps in every shopping centre — it all adds up. We replace shocks, struts and suspension components at your location.

What we work on: Shock absorbers, struts, ball joints, tie rods, control arm bushings, stabiliser links, suspension bushings. We work with Monroe, KYB, Gabriel and other quality brands.

  • Per-wheel shock replacement
  • Full suspension inspection
  • Quality parts supplied and fitted
  • Test drive after completion
  • Most jobs complete in 2-3 hours
Worn shocks increase braking distance

Failed shocks can increase your stopping distance by up to 20%. Dangerous on wet winter roads in Cape Town.

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Shock absorber replacement
Service 03

Full Vehicle Service

From R850 labour

Your full vehicle service — done in your driveway while you work from home. Every 15,000km or 12 months (whichever comes first). Keeps your car running smoothly and protects your warranty.

Everything included: Engine oil and filter change, air filter check/replacement, spark plug inspection, full brake check, fluid top-ups, belts and hoses inspection, plus a full walkthrough of everything checked.

  • Engine oil and oil filter replaced
  • Air filter inspection and replacement if needed
  • Spark plug check and replacement if needed
  • All fluid levels checked and topped up
  • Full brake and suspension inspection
  • A rundown of everything checked
  • 90 day guarantee on all work
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Full vehicle service Cape Town
Service 04

Engine Diagnostics

R450 flat rate

Warning light on the dashboard? Engine making strange noises? Our professional OBD-II diagnostic scanner reads your car's computer, identifies exact fault codes, and tells you exactly what's wrong.

We diagnose: Engine warning lights, misfires, rough idling, loss of power, transmission issues, ABS faults, airbag system errors, and electronic control unit (ECU) problems.

  • Professional OBD-II diagnostic scan
  • All vehicle computer systems checked
  • Faults explained with repair recommendations
  • Honest advice on what needs fixing now vs later
  • Diagnostic fee deducted from repair if you book with us
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Car diagnostics scan
Service 05

Oil Change

From R380 labour

The simplest and most important service for your car. Fresh oil protects your engine. We come to you with the right oil for your vehicle and change it in under an hour.

What we use: Castrol, Shell Helix, Mobil 1 or your preferred brand. Synthetic or mineral oil based on your vehicle's requirement.

  • Correct oil grade for your vehicle
  • New oil filter included
  • Proper disposal of old oil
  • Quick — done in 30-60 minutes
  • Reset service reminder on dashboard if applicable
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Mobile oil change Cape Town
Service 06

Battery Replacement

From R1,200 including battery

Dead battery? Car won't start? The most common call we get on cold Cape winter mornings. We bring the right battery to your location and fit it on the spot. No tow truck required.

We supply: Willard, Exide, Varta, Bosch and Deltec batteries. Correct CCA rating for your vehicle. Full warranty from the battery manufacturer (typically 12-24 months).

  • Battery brought to your location
  • Old battery properly disposed of
  • Charging system checked to prevent repeat failure
  • Full alternator output test
  • Manufacturer warranty on battery
  • Done in 30-45 minutes
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Car battery replacement
Service 07

Pre-Purchase Inspection

R350 flat rate

Buying a used car? Don't get stuck with someone else's problem. We meet you at the seller's location and do a full mechanical inspection before you commit. Could save you thousands.

We check: Engine condition, transmission operation, brakes, suspension, tyres, electrical systems, bodywork, underbody, fluids, and run diagnostics to reveal any hidden fault codes.

  • Full mechanical inspection at seller's location
  • Diagnostic scan for hidden fault codes
  • Test drive to identify driving faults
  • Findings explained to you
  • Honest opinion on whether to buy
  • Could save you R50,000+ on hidden repairs
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Pre-purchase vehicle inspection
Service 08 · 24-Hour Emergency Line

🚨 24-Hour Emergency Callout

24/7 line · Priority response · Callout fee applies
24-Hour Emergency Line
📞 084 419 5749
Answered directly by Collen, our main technician at Colmad Auto Workshop, Killarney Gardens — our trusted partner workshop.

Broken down on the N1 at midnight? Car won't start before work? Overheating on the M3 on a Sunday? Our 24-hour emergency line connects you straight to Collen at our partner workshop — we prioritise emergency callouts and aim to reach you as fast as possible, any time of day.

Common emergencies we handle: Flat batteries, won't-start issues, overheating, flat tyres, alternator failures, starter motor failures, roadside breakdowns on highways.

  • 24-hour emergency line — answered after-hours & weekends
  • Workshop-backed support via Colmad Auto, Killarney Gardens
  • Priority response — we drop everything for emergencies
  • Diagnosis on arrival, common repairs done on scene
  • Tow arrangement if needed (more serious faults)
  • Emergency callout fee R300-R900 based on zone
For life-threatening emergencies call ER24 (084 124) first

For breakdowns where you are safe, call our 24-hour line on 084 419 5749 (Collen, Colmad Auto Workshop) or our daytime line 071 250 4839.

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Emergency mobile mechanic Cape Town
Service 09

Visit Our Workshop

Drop-off available

Prefer to drop your car off? No problem. We have a fully equipped workshop where you can leave your vehicle and collect it once the work is done — no waiting around at home required.

Workshop advantages: Hoist access for undercarriage work, larger jobs like gearbox or engine work, and more complex diagnostics that benefit from a full bay setup.

  • Fully equipped professional workshop
  • Drop off & collect at your convenience
  • Hoist available for undercarriage work
  • Updates sent while your car is with us
  • Same trusted mechanics, same quality
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WORKSHOP DROP-OFF
Leave it with us — we'll handle the rest
Service 10

Fetch & Return Service

We come to you & bring it back

Can't get your car to us or need your day free? We fetch your vehicle from your home or office, take it to our workshop, and return it to you once the job is done — fully sorted.

Perfect for: Busy professionals, people without a second car, or anyone who simply wants the most convenient car service experience possible.

  • We collect from your home or office
  • Your car is returned the same day where possible
  • Updates sent throughout the process
  • No need to arrange transport
  • Available across the Western Cape
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FETCH & RETURN
We collect, fix & return your car to you
Service 11

Auto-Electrical Repairs

Quoted per job · Workshop-backed

Lights not working? Battery draining overnight? Electric windows, central locking or wiring acting up? Through our partner workshop, Colmad Auto in Killarney Gardens, we have a qualified auto electrician on the grounds — so electrical faults get diagnosed and fixed properly, not guessed at.

What we handle: Headlights & taillights, alternators, starter motors, battery drains (parasitic draw testing), wiring faults, electric windows, central locking, dash warning lights and aftermarket accessory issues.

  • Qualified auto electrician at our partner workshop
  • Proper current-draw and circuit testing — no part-swapping guesswork
  • Drop off at Killarney Gardens or use Fetch & Return
  • Mobile callout for simpler electrical jobs (lights, batteries, alternators)
  • 90 day workmanship guarantee
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AUTO-ELECTRICAL
Qualified auto electrician at our partner workshop
Service 12

Towing & Recovery

Quoted per distance · Via Colmad Auto

Broken down and the car can't be fixed on the roadside? Through Colmad Auto we can tow your car straight to the workshop in Killarney Gardens — one call handles the tow, the diagnosis and the repair. No juggling a separate tow company that drops you at a workshop you don't trust.

How it works: Call us, we arrange the tow, your car goes to our partner workshop, you get a diagnosis and firm quote before any work starts. Repair done, and with Fetch & Return we can even bring the car back to you.

  • Tow + diagnosis + repair handled by one team
  • Car goes to a workshop you can trust — not a random yard
  • Firm quote before any repair work begins
  • Combine with Fetch & Return for door-to-door service
  • 24-hour emergency line for after-hours breakdowns
Broken down right now?

Call our 24-hour emergency line on 084 419 5749 (Collen, Colmad Auto) and we'll get you sorted — tow included if needed.

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TOWING & RECOVERY
Tow, diagnose & repair — one call, one team
Service 13

Same-Day Panel Beating

Same-day turnaround · We fetch & return

Dents, scrapes or bumper damage? We now do panel beating at our workshop in Killarney Gardens — and most jobs are turned around the same day. No leaving your car for a week like the big body shops.

The best part: you don't even need to drive in. We'll fetch your car from your home or office, do the panel beating, and drop it back to you — sorted, same day where possible.

  • Dents, scratches, scrapes & bumper repairs
  • Same-day turnaround on most jobs
  • Done at our fully equipped Killarney Gardens workshop
  • Fetch & return — we collect and drop your car back to you
  • Firm quote before any work begins
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PANEL BEATING
Same-day dent & bumper repair · we fetch & return
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Service Pricing

All labour rates below. Parts cost extra based on your vehicle. Call-out fee charged based on your area (see zones below). Full quote provided before any work begins.

Service
Price (Labour)
Time
Brake Pads Replacement
From R450
1-2 hours
Brake Discs + Pads
From R700
2-3 hours
Shock Absorbers (pair)
From R600
2 hours
Full Vehicle Service
From R850
2-3 hours
Oil Change + Filter
From R380
30-60 min
Diagnostic Scan
R450
30 min
Battery Replacement
From R1,200*
30-45 min
Pre-Purchase Inspection
R350
1 hour
Emergency Callout
R300-R900**
Priority

*Battery price includes battery. **Emergency callout fee based on zone.

Call-Out Fees

Service Zones

We service the entire Western Cape — from Atlantis to Strand, Hout Bay to Paarl. Call-out fees are added based on your area, and waived entirely on any service over R1,500.

1
Core
Blouberg, Bloubergstrand, Parklands, Sunningdale, Table View, Milnerton, Sandown
R300
2
Inner Ring
Bellville, Parow, Goodwood, Edgemead, Bothasig, Plattekloof, Century City, Sanddrift, Richwood
R450
3
Northern & City
Durbanville, Kraaifontein, Brackenfell, Tygervalley, Panorama, Cape Town CBD, Sea Point, Atlantis
R600
4
Southern & Atlantic
Claremont, Rondebosch, Newlands, Wynberg, Tokai, Constantia, Hout Bay, Camps Bay, Observatory, Kuils River
R750
5
Far Reach
Stellenbosch, Somerset West, Strand, Gordon's Bay, Paarl, Wellington, Muizenberg, Fish Hoek, Noordhoek, Simon's Town
R800–R1000

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