Question 1

How does a mobile mechanic service work in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

You book online or call us, tell us your location and the issue with your vehicle, and we send a qualified mechanic to your home, workplace, or breakdown location. We arrive with a fully-equipped service van and complete the work on-site. No need to visit a workshop.

Question 2

What areas does Cape Mobile Mechanics cover?

Accepted Answer

We cover all of New Zealand — from Cape Reinga to the Bluff. This includes Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Tauranga, Dunedin, Whangārei, Palmerston North, Napier, Nelson, Rotorua, Invercargill, New Plymouth, Queenstown, and all rural areas in between.

Question 3

How much does a mobile mechanic cost in NZ?

Accepted Answer

Our mobile mechanic services start from $79 for a battery test, $89 for a diagnostic scan, $149 for a full service, $169 for a pre-purchase inspection, and $199 for a brake service. All prices are transparent and quoted upfront before any work begins.

Question 4

Do you offer a warranty on your work?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All our work is backed by a 12-month / 20,000km workmanship guarantee. If something isn't right, we'll come back and sort it at no extra cost.

Question 5

Can you help with a breakdown or non-start?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We provide nationwide breakdown assistance. Call us on 0800 MECHANIC and we'll dispatch a mechanic to your location. We can handle flat batteries, starter motor failures, fuel issues, belt failures, overheating, and more roadside. If we can't fix it on the spot, we arrange towing.

Question 6

Do you do flood damage assessments in NZ?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We provide specialist flood-damaged vehicle assessments anywhere in New Zealand. Our detailed reports include photographic evidence, system-by-system condition ratings, repair recommendations, and cost estimates — suitable for insurance claims.

Question 7

Can you do a pre-purchase inspection on a used car in NZ?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Our pre-purchase inspection covers engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, steering, electrics, body, rust, and more. We provide a detailed report with photos so you can buy with confidence. Inspections are available nationwide — we come to wherever the vehicle is located.