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Collins was great. Did everything as asked, was really friendly and helpful, would recommend him to anyone.

Wire up spotlights and bullbar indicators

$50

Excellent , very good job

Ac regas Mazda 2

$120

Friendly, efficient and professional would highly recommend Collin’s

Car apple car play head unit and reverse cam installation

$5

Legend, no dramas, picked up on something to keep an eye on. Many thanks. Vy ss ute

Flush/refill gearbox oil and flush/refill clutch fluid.

$200

Done quickly and professionally, highly recommend.

Head unit install

$150

Good efficient service.

Vehicle oil change and filter.

$150

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Top Mechanic related questions

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.

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 mechanic may be unable to perform some less common services due to limited supplies and equipment at hand.

A mechanic can complete almost all the same mechanical repairs and maintenance jobs you’d get from a mechanic in a workshop. 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.

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A car mechanic services usually costs between $50-$150 when you hire your mechanic through Airtasker. Costs can vary based on your vehicle type, parts needed, and labour required. For specific examples relating to your model, check out standard Ford car service costs, Mazda car service costs, Nissan car service costs, and Toyota car service costs.

What does a mechanic service usually include?

Mechanics 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 mechanic near you can do minor services because your mechanic only needs a flat service 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. 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

Aircon regas

$190

Magenta NSW 2261, Australia

8th Mar 2026

2009 mitsubishi triton aircon regas

Install Android Head Unit + Flip Logo Reverse Camera

$220

Phillip ACT 2606, Australia

8th Mar 2026

I'm trying get a reverse camera and multimedia head unit installed in my old mk6 I can provide the parts. Just need help with the installation

Flush coolant system contaminated with engine oil

$150

Alphington VIC, Australia

8th Mar 2026

Looking for someone with mechanical experience to flush the coolant system of my car. Engine oil was accidentally added to the coolant reservoir, so the coolant system needs to be properly flushed and cleaned. The job will likely involve draining the coolant, flushing the system thoroughly, and refilling with fresh coolant. Car: Toyota RAV4 2006 (petrol, automatic). Please bring any tools or products needed for the flush. Location: Alphington Flexible with timing

Install a new head unit BMW X6 xDrive30d

$350

Craigieburn VIC 3064, Australia

8th Mar 2026

Bought an Xtrons 14.9" Screen Android 14 8-Core 64G Car Stereo GPS Navi For BMW X5 F15 X6 F16 EVO for my X6 2018 BMW xdrive30d. Need an installer

Bullbar, rear step bar and tow bar installation

$300

Narre Warren, Victoria

8th Mar 2026

Hi everyone, I have a bullbar , rear step bar for my Toyota HiAce 2019 and I need someone to install all of it

Rear Differential Oil Change ZB RSV AWD MY18

$200

Townsville QLD, Australia

8th Mar 2026

Can bring to you, ZB Commodore AWD Sports Wagon. Need rear diff oil change performed. Experience essential please. Questions welcomed. Car pictured below, thank you.

Require Android head unit in vehicle reset.

$150

Morphett Vale SA 5162, Australia

8th Mar 2026

I need the unit reset and calibrated to my vehicle.

Engine Oil and Oil Filter Change

$100

Donvale VIC 3111, Australia

7th Mar 2026

2021 MG HS. Owner to provide engine oil and oil filter. Airtasker to provide all tools and equipment to change the engine oil and oil filter on my car and to dispose of the used engine oil and oil filter.

Change front brake pads

$10

Craigieburn VIC, Australia

3rd Mar 2026

Need someone experienced to come and change front brake pads on my work van 2021 LDV V80 I’ve got the pads just need labor Need it done ASAP please

Absolute legend of a bloke. Highly recommend to everyone. Also came out straight away

Oil change on Mazda 3, got the items needed just need the job done

$45

Burleigh Heads QLD, Australia

3rd Mar 2026

Simple oil change and oil filter, got the items to do it just need the labour!

Beyond helpful and quick to get the job done, helped with car knowledge and teaching life skills to know!

Lightbar install to bullbar

$120

Ormeau QLD 4208, Australia

2nd Mar 2026

Install a new Stedi 11 inch lightbar to my Ute's bullbar.

Cory did a great job installing a lightbar on my Ute's bullbar. He took care with every step and completed the job with precision. I'm very happy with the experience and will definitely use Cory again in the future.

Regas 2014 Holden

$200

Balaclava VIC 3183, Australia

1st Mar 2026

Just regas of a 2014 Holden Commodore. Flexible with times, preferably over the next 5 days. Onsite or st kilda area

Prompt, friendly and did the job exactly as requested, no fuss and great price. Highly recommended.

Replace clutch cable in an AU falcon ute

$300

Stafford Heights QLD, Australia

28th Feb 2026

The car is in the driveway, on a hill, and the front is on ramps. I have a new cable, clip and spring for the back of the pedal. The car is on the eastern side of the house so it's in shade from about 2pm. (before that it's in the sun)

Great experience, wish there were more people like Jake

Rear brake pad replacement

$80

Boronia VIC, Australia

27th Feb 2026

Brake pad rear replacement in boronia I have my own pads, just need labour and tools. For Toyota corolla 2011

Great guy, love the work!

Stereo head unit installation

$100

Ferndale WA, Australia

26th Feb 2026

I have a Apple CarPlay head unit I need installed in a Mercedes Benz X Class Ute , apparently no modifications are needed should be plug and play with only the gps and microphone cables to be ran through the dash. I require a mobile installer to come to me at my job site as it’s a work Ute , happy to negotiate the price, thanks

Great communication, arrived on time , done an excellent job installing the new head unit , will definitely use his skills again

Chang oil and filter (supplied).Toyota hilux workmate

$100

Belmont WA, Australia

25th Feb 2026

I provide the oil and filter and oil catch tub you bring the tools and dispose of the used oil weekends saturday or sunday afternoon. Can be done in the driveway . I cannot get under the car to do it myself

Great service from.awais

My Mazda MX5 needs air conditioning regassing

$100

Mount Druitt NSW 2770, Australia

25th Feb 2026

MX5 NC 2005 Car has only been driven a couple of times in the past one to two years air conditioner now not working needs Regassing

Good good service came on time communication excellent recommend to anybody is like you did a few

Oil change and tyre patch

$200

Greystanes NSW 2145, Australia

22nd Feb 2026

need someone asap to.go buy oil and change oil in my car it is a Holden SSV redline my17 model. you need to drain and fill up. I also have a puncture in my rear tyre pressure too low to drive needs to be patched and inflated or at the very least swap with spare tyre so I can drive to mechanic to fix.

Came very quick and had the right tools for the job. Left no mess and was easy to communicate with. Will gladly recommend to anyone and will use again the the future if needed.

Ac regas Mazda 2

$120

Doncaster VIC, Australia

21st Feb 2026

My car needs ac regas Mazda 2 2007 I did ac compressor

Excellent , very good job

Wire up head unit into Volkswagen Passat cc 2012

$250

Parkwood QLD 4214, Australia

20th Feb 2026

I got an essgoo head unit and I have basically wired it all up but it doesn’t turn off when the car turns off and also can’t get the stock reverse camera to work either I have bought all the wiring adaptors (had to purchase a new one as I accidentally set the last one on fire installing it) and it has a canbus. I just don’t know where i am going wrong and also too scared now to mess around with it. I killed the battery in my car as well so it’s been a pretty expensive mission so far! I also have some tweeters and 6inch speakers I wanna swap out for the stock speakers. I am located on the Gold Coast.

Peter was absolutely fantastic. He helped me with my car audio system and got everything sorted quickly and efficiently. He clearly knows what he’s doing, explained things properly, and made sure everything was working perfectly before he left. Super professional, easy to deal with, and reliable. I’ll definitely be booking him again and highly recommend him to anyone needing car audio work done.