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THE FOURWAYS MECHANIC

Our services

Everything your car needs, under one roof.

Servicing, diagnostics and mechanical repairs for every make and model – petrol and diesel, manual and automatic, hatchbacks to luxury SUVs and bakkies.

All makes & modelsWritten PDF quotesWorkmanship guarantee
01 · Maintenance

Servicing & Oil Changes

Minor and major services to the manufacturer's schedule, with the correct oil, quality filters and a full safety check.

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02 · Diagnostics & Electrical

Computer Diagnostics

Check engine, ABS or airbag light on? We scan every module, read live data and test the fault properly before quoting.

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03 · Engine & Drivetrain

Engine Repairs & Overhauls

Oil leaks, misfires, smoke, head gaskets and full engine overhauls – petrol and diesel, every make.

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04 · Engine & Drivetrain

Gearbox & Clutch

Slipping clutch, crunching gears or a jerky automatic – clutch kits, flywheels, gearbox repairs and auto services.

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05 · Brakes, Suspension & Steering

Brakes

Pads, discs, drums, callipers and brake fluid – for safe, confident stopping.

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06 · Brakes, Suspension & Steering

Suspension & Steering

Knocks, rattles and vague steering fixed – shocks, bushes, ball joints, links, tie-rods and wheel bearings.

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07 · Diagnostics & Electrical

Auto Electrical

Batteries, alternators, starters, lights, windows and wiring faults traced and repaired properly.

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08 · Engine & Drivetrain

Cooling System & Radiators

Overheating or losing water? Radiators, water pumps, thermostats, hoses and fans – pressure-tested and fixed.

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09 · Engine & Drivetrain

Timing Belts & Chains

Belt due or a rattling chain? Timing kits and water pumps fitted with the correct locking tools.

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10 · Maintenance

Aircon Service & Repairs

Aircon blowing warm? Leak test, regas, compressors, condensers and cabin filters.

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11 · Diesel & 4x4

Diesel & 4x4 Repairs

Bakkies, SUVs and minibuses – injectors, turbos, glow plugs, EGR, 4x4 systems and diffs.

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12 · Brakes, Suspension & Steering

CV Joints & Driveshafts

Clicking when you turn? CV joints, boots, driveshafts, prop shafts and universal joints.

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13 · Inspections

Roadworthy & Pre-Purchase Inspections

Selling, buying or due for a roadworthy? We inspect it, fix what fails and give you a written report.

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Not sure what is wrong?

Start with a diagnostic check.

Warning light, strange noise or the car just does not feel right? We scan it, road-test it and tell you exactly what it needs – with a written quote before any work starts.

FAQs

Common questions.

We are at 132 Holkam Road in Paulshof, Sandton – a few minutes from Sunninghill, Fourways, Lonehill, Rivonia and the N1. Tap "Get directions" on the contact page and Google Maps will bring you straight to the gate.

All of them. We repair and service Japanese, German, Korean, American, French, Chinese and Indian makes – hatchbacks, sedans, SUVs, bakkies and 4x4s, petrol and diesel, manual and automatic.

Yes. South Africa's Guidelines for Competition in the Automotive Aftermarket (the "Right to Repair" guidelines) allow you to have an in-warranty car serviced and repaired by an independent workshop, as long as the work is done to the manufacturer's specifications with quality parts. We use the correct oils and parts and record the service in your book.

Absolutely. We service to the manufacturer's schedule, keep your service history complete and usually cost noticeably less than the dealer once the motor plan or service plan has ended.

After diagnosing your car we send an itemised quote on WhatsApp or email as a PDF, with parts and labour shown separately. We only start once you approve it, and if we find anything else along the way, we contact you first.

For many jobs, yes. Use the Get a Quote page or WhatsApp us on 065 303 6377 with your make, model, year and a description or photo of the problem. Some faults need a diagnostic check before we can give an accurate price.

Paulshof · Sandton

Car giving you trouble? Let’s sort it out.

Book online in two minutes, send a WhatsApp or give us a call. We diagnose properly, quote in writing and only start once you approve.

The Fourways Mechanic

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Hi there 👋 Warning light on, strange noise or service due? Send us a WhatsApp – a photo of the dash or your licence disc helps us help you faster.

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