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Know More About Pickards Automotive
Established in Alphington, Pickards Automotive has decades of practical experience in caring for British and European cars. Combining skilled technicians with advanced diagnostics and traditional workmanship, we ensure methodical and reliable vehicle maintenance.
We provide logbook servicing, diagnostics, classic restorations, transmission and electrical repairs. Our team uses genuine OEM parts and aftermarket parts, manufacturer-approved procedures, offers transparent estimates, free local pickups and attentive customer support at every step, ensuring clarity in every project we undertake.
We serve Alphington, Fairfield, Thornbury and Northcote with reliable, friendly automotive care.
Our Core Services
We diagnose and repair electrical problems, including battery faults, lighting issues, wiring failures, and ECU concerns, to ensure safe operation and accurate system performance.
Our team resolves both minor and complicated faults with precision and care to restore reliability and driving comfort.
Using advanced scanning equipment, we identify engine faults, electrical issues and performance issues instantly to prevent unnecessary repairs.
Ensure reliable stopping power with brake inspections, pad and rotor replacements and system cleaning for safer, more confident everyday driving.
Maintain your vehicle’s warranty with detailed, manufacturer-specified logbook servicing that follows approved procedures and uses quality parts.
Keep your engine performing at its best with complete inspections, fluid replacements and essential component checks.
Classic Car Service
Restoration and Ongoing Maintenance
Parts Sourcing and Preservation
Pickards Automotive specialises in restoring classic vehicles, blending traditional workmanship with advanced testing equipment to preserve its originality, delivering reliable performance for owners who drive and display their beloved cars.
We source rare parts, perform meticulous mechanical rebuilds, and provide detailed condition reports, helping owners understand restoration requirements, budgets, and value retention throughout every stage of a restoration project.
Our maintenance schedule includes storage advice, personalised servicing programs, and ongoing support to keep heritage vehicles from Audi, Volkswagen, Jaguar, Peugeot, Mercedes, Land Rover, BMW, and Volvo roadworthy, original, and enjoyable for many years.
Our Workflow
Our Simple and Transparent Service Process
Local Pick-Up Service
Advanced Diagnostic Equipment
12-Month / 20,000 KM Warranty Included
Easy Access to Public Transport
brake service
Complete brake servicing includes pads, rotors, fluid change, calliper inspection and performance testing to restore full braking performance.
Detailed pre-purchase inspections provide condition reports, safety checks, and realistic repair cost estimates to inform informed decisions.
brake service
Complete brake servicing includes pads, rotors, fluid change, calliper inspection and performance testing to restore full braking performance.
Detailed pre-purchase inspections provide condition reports, safety checks, and realistic repair cost estimates to inform informed decisions.
Testimonials
nigel ross
04:44 18 Jan 26
David's attention to detail is like few other mechanics I've ever used. He always looks for the most cost effective solution and my XF has never run so well. A huge thanks.
Rob Bruce
10:11 24 Dec 25
Dave has been looking after my Landrover Discovery for many years. Just before this Christmas my AC was on the blink and Dave fitted me in. He went above and beyond to get us sorted, working through the night, and dropping it at my place in time for us to depart for QLD at 6 am. World expert at keeping those cantankerous beasts alive for those of us crazy enough to love them.
M AZ
01:11 19 Dec 24
David was very helpful following up a query on short notice, thank you so much:)
Christos GIANNOPOULOS
08:45 27 Aug 24
Very knowledgeable. Excellent service.
Rex Austin
10:54 26 Jul 24
David came to my house nearby in his own time, just to check my car out when it was not starting and found out the issue in no time. I know where I'll be taking my car for service next time.
Brian Wilson
04:44 19 Mar 24
Fantastic experience on my MGF VVC. Head gasket,new clutch,new radiator and general service and repair parts.Highly knowledgeable technicians. Car drives like new and considering all the work they did the cost was really reasonable David and his team are great and I thoroughly recommend Pickards
Cameron Merrett
09:34 23 Feb 24
Want to send a huge thanks to Dave who got me in quickly when I was having battery trouble. Car came back running better than ever and much less than I was expecting to pay. Can and will recommend to friends and family. Thanks Dave and crew
Tom Eglinton
09:03 03 Jul 19
Although my car was serviced fine my main issue I took the car in for was not attended to and I was strung along for 2 weeks on a repair which was a priority to be fixed with my car. I called up 6 times to check in and never got an update even when I was told it would be ready I wouldn't even get a call to say it wasn't ready yet. I can appreciate you are a busy and short staffed but don't string people along I could have arranged a hire care rather than spending hundreds on ubers and public transport. I now have a car which still has a fault and wasted two weeks of my time. If you can't do something at least give a date or communicate with your customers where you are up to.