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Very good eye to detail and works hard. Would recommend
Bullbar installed
$600
Great guy, prepared to solve problems and I will be an ongoing customer in the future.
Motor mechanic
$150
Very honest, helpful and conscientious about his work. I thoroughly recommend Richard to any prospective client.
Head unit for car
$200
Fantastic. Quick response and great job completed perfectly!!
Car Air Conditioner Regas
$120
Professional electrical engineer ~ solve the problem effectively.
Car repair Mazda CX7 Fog light problem
$200
Stellar job on the old girl! Thanks heaps!
Car service
$300
low
$96
median
$150
high
$214
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Intervals for car servicing are set out in your vehicle’s service manual. Depending on your make and model, servicing is usually required every 10-15,000km or 6 months. If you don’t travel far, you’ll need your car checked annually.
Mobile mechanics are the most convenient way to get your car serviced because they come to you. And without the expense of workshop overheads, you’ll often pay less. The main downside is that on rare occasions, your mobile mechanic may be unable to perform some less common services due to limited supplies and equipment at hand.
A mobile mechanic can complete almost all the same mechanical repairs and maintenance jobs you’d get from a mechanic shop. They can do anything from simple oil changes, through to log book servicing and roadworthy certificates. As long as they have the parts on hand and can do the work from a flat surface, they should be able to get the job done.
By requesting a mechanic near you on Airtasker, you’ll receive plenty of offers from qualified mechanics within minutes. This makes it easy to find the cheapest car mechanic near you that fits your budget.
The best way to find a skilled and reliable mechanic near you is to post your task on Airtasker. Outline what your car service or repair needs are, and you’ll start to hear from rated and reviewed mechanics near you within minutes.
A mobile mechanic comes to your home or workplace, so there’s no need to drop your car off or arrange a lift. They’re a good fit for routine servicing, oil changes, battery replacements, brake work and most diagnostics, meaning anything that can be done on a flat surface with the tools in their van. A mechanic shop has hoists and specialist equipment, so it’s usually the better choice for heavy jobs like gearbox or major engine repairs. Not sure which you need? Describe the problem when you post your task, and mechanics can let you know in their offers whether they can do it on site.
It’s possible, depending on who’s available near you and whether the parts are easy to get. Post your task with today as the due date and include your car’s make, model and year, plus what’s wrong, so mechanics can check they have the right parts before they make an offer. Jobs like battery replacements, brake pads or car diagnostics are more likely to be sorted on the day than repairs that need parts ordered in. If your car won’t start or isn’t safe to drive, say so in your task, because a mobile mechanic can come to you.
A typical mechanic job on Airtasker costs between $120 and $250, with a median of $175, based on completed Airtasker bookings in Australia over the past quarter (April–June 2026). These are settled prices — what customers actually paid once the job was done, not just the asking price. Jobs usually close above the price first posted (a median of $150), so if you’re after a cheap mechanic near you, budget a little above your opening offer.
What you’ll pay depends on the job, your vehicle, and whether parts are supplied. Many mechanics quote by the hour, often around $90–$160 an hour for mobile work, plus parts and sometimes a call-out fee. So compare the total for the job, not just the hourly rate, and check whether parts are included when you compare offers.
For car service costs by make, see Ford car service costs, Mazda car service costs, Nissan car service costs, and Toyota car service costs.
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What does a mechanic service usually include?
Whether they come to you or work from a mechanic shop, good mechanics near you are skilled in nearly all aspects of keeping your car maintained, serviced, and repaired, so it’s roadworthy and efficient to run. The exact process during your service will depend on how your mechanic prefers to work and the type of tasks they’re doing, like:
Minor service
This is the most basic engine service a mechanic provides, but it can make a huge difference in whether or not your car can operate efficiently. A minor service usually alternates with a major service, at around the 6-month mark. A mobile mechanic near you can do minor services because your mechanic only needs a flat surface to get the job done. They’ll unscrew the sump plug, allowing old oil to drain from your car. Then they’ll remove the old oil filter and replace with a new one that’s the right size for your vehicle. Your mechanic will dispose of your old filter and oil. They’ll also inspect other key components, like your battery, lights, air filters, and other fluids.
Log book servicing / major service
A major service or log book service involves a series of steps in line with your vehicle manufacturer’s service manual. It’ll include a combination of major and minor services, depending on the age of your car, or how many kilometres it’s travelled. Your service may include testing your lights, brakes, and battery. Then checking fluid levels, windscreen wipers, windows, mirrors, steering, suspension, radiator, fan belts, and tyre pressure. Finally, it may also include maintaining/replacing oil filters, hoses, belts, tyres, and wheel alignment. Your mechanic will finish off by stamping your logbook to record the services completed, which can help maintain your car’s resale value.
Roadworthy certificate or pink slip
A roadworthy certificate or pink slip is a specific vehicle check that’s conducted to ensure your car is in a roadworthy condition and can be operated safely. In some states, it’s required when selling a car or may be required each year to confirm your vehicle is safe for registration purposes. A mechanic will check off a list of predetermined items to verify that your car meets a minimum safety standard set out by your state government. They’ll focus on safety, checking things like tyres, brakes, steering, suspension, rust or damage, seatbelts, windows, lights, and your windscreen.
Major and minor repairs
Sometimes your car might need a little extra attention if you’ve had an accident, broken down, or your drive feels a bit different to normal. A car mechanic can perform minor and major repairs on most vehicles, so if you need a car fixed near you, this is where most jobs fall. They’ll use diagnostic equipment to locate the issue and decide on a course of action to get your car back on the road. If they don’t have the necessary spare parts, they may need to order them to finish off your repair and replace any faulty parts. Note that a mechanic service is usually limited to your car’s engine and electrics. It’s best to speak to a panel beater if you also have external body damage.
Recent Mechanic tasks in South Adelaide
Replace rotors and brake pade on pajero
$150
Port Willunga SA 5173, Australia
5th Oct 2026
Need a qualified mechanic to install customer-supplied rear brake pads and rotors on a 2007 Pajero in my driveway.
Mobile mechanic for a dirt bike
$200
McLaren Vale SA 5171, Australia
28th Sep 2026
Rear wheel has a missing spoke which has caused a puncture
Timing belt & Water pump change
$400
North Plympton SA 5037, Australia
22nd Sep 2026
Timing belt & Water pump change on a Holden Astra Wagon 2007 using supplied Timing belt kit and water pump **Based on an hourly rate of about $100. My assistance can be provided to help lower costs. Prefer qualified mechanics
OIl and Oil filter change on VY Holden Commodore 3.8 ltr
$150
Seaford Rise SA 5169, Australia
21st Sep 2026
I need an oil and oil filter change on my VY Holden Commodore 3.8 ltr. Have new oil, new oil filter and new sump plug. Will need to bring your own tools as I am a female. Will need a car jack also....Prefer afternoon daylight please
Installing a bullbar on a 2014 hilux. Bullbar and bolts provided
$500
Adelaide SA 5042, Australia
21st Sep 2026
Due to selling the hilux, needing the bullbar fitted.
Mechanical inspection
$150
Morphettville SA 5043, Australia
20th Sep 2026
I’m looking at buying a car and need an experienced mechanic help me to inspect potential cars. This will be on the weekend and you may need to travel a little bit but I’m happy to pay $150 per hour for your time, or for a single hour I’ll pay you $200
Car head unit and gauges wired
$350
Huntfield Heights SA 5163, Australia
18th Sep 2026
Need a double din head unit fully wired in power needs to be found etc and wired in then conected to amp Water temp gauge installed Oil pressure gauge installed Already have boost gauge in just need to be wired so back light come on with lights Car is a 1993 toyota hilux
Install aftermarket head unit
$200
Adelaide SA 5039, Australia
29th Aug 2026
Installing an aftermarket head unit into my 2009 subaru impreza, MISONDA 9" IPS Double Din 8G+256G Android 15 for Subaru Impreza 2007-2013 Car Stereo
Head unit requiring a couple fix’s (All supplied)
$100
Morphett Vale SA 5162, Australia
19th Aug 2026
Eonon X3 HU installed. Just need rear camera fitted and connect with the wires hidden. Connect external microphone. I have all the required bits. These are the patch leads installed 1. CHVW3C (SWC interface) 2. APUNIPL2 (Universal patch lead) 3. APA66 (Antenna Adaptor)
Diesel mechanic
$120
Morphett Vale SA 5162, Australia
15th Aug 2026
Need a diesel mechanic to come look at my Kia Sorento is showing code P1589 ecu don't recognise if transmission is auto or manual
Car Repairs and Detailing for Sale
$300
Adelaide SA 5049, Australia
24th Jul 2026
i have lost my drivers licence and need assistance with selling my Audi A3. It is good working ordr mechanically, the front bumper needs repairing and it needs to go to a detailer for a pre-sale clean. As I don't have a licence I can't arrange these. I'll be paying for all costs including transport to pick up and drop off the car, fee offered is for time spent on repairs to the bumper and delivering the car to detailers, servo etc.
A Apple CarPlay head unit put into my car and the old one taken out
$300
Moana SA 5169, Australia
14th Jul 2026
I need my old head unit taken out of my car and a new Apple CarPlay one put in
Car mechanic
$10
Cumberland Park SA 5041, Australia
9th Jul 2026
Hi, I’m after a mechanic to work on my car and provide a quote for the following jobs (see attached). Please can you make your offer all inclusive. My rego is: S467 BRU 2007 VW Polo GTI 170,000km
Mechanical work
$1,234
Aberfoyle Park SA, Australia
7th Jul 2026
I’m a qualified mechanic and looking to find some extra jobs on the side. I’m capable of most mechanical repairs except bigger jobs like engines out and gearboxes I won’t be doing as I don’t have appropriate tools to bring. Any other repairs such as service work, brakes etc I’m more then happy to help
Bullbar install on 2010 Pajero
$500
Adelaide SA 5044, Australia
23rd Jun 2026
Mitsubishi Pajero 2010 exceed (petrol) in need of bull-bar installation, aswell as re fitting an antenna and spotlights that currently exist on a nudge bar (The bull bar that needs to be installed is a - Alpha Pack Steel Bull Bar NS NT NX NW 2006-2021)
Oil filter change
$100
O'Halloran Hill SA 5158, Australia
21st Jun 2026
Was changing my oil and oil filter. Need help in removing oil filter from the car.
A mechanic that will come to me
$60
Pasadena SA, Australia
9th Jun 2026
Ford escape 2014 with over heating issues . Believe it's a leaking hose somewhere But the car needs to be driven with the owner to establish the problem and locate the area Will need to come to be able to drive to Pasadena where car and owner are
Front and Rear brake pad replacement for 2018 golf
$200
Park Holme SA 5043, Australia
27th May 2026
Just replacement of front and rear brake pads only, no rotors. I do not have tools or equipment to do this, but can purchase the pads.
Car service
$140
Hallett Cove SA 5158, Australia
18th May 2026
I need to get the car service done. Car is toyota prius 2007
Kia pregio 2005 side window mechanic part to replace window wont go up
$300
Oaklands Park SA, Australia
18th May 2026
Kia Pregio 2005 side van window needs mechanical part replaced as window doesnt go up. Also require part
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