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Recent Mechanic reviews in South East Melbourne

Dave was amazing, trouble shooted from our mess trying to do a home instal that failed, he got everything back in order, highly recommended. Honest and reliable.

New Head unit and rear camera, not working correctly

$140

Good job, took great care in getting it working as it should. This bloke really knows his stuff. Highly recommend.

Install head unit into Kia sportage

$200

WOW what a wonderful job done by David. Tricky install in a Volkswagen Touareg 2008 of an ATOTO A6 and new ATOTO reverse Camera replacing a older installed Carplay System. David did a great job, I would recommend him to Family, Friends and anyone else. 👏 Thankyou

Android carplay head unit installation

$5

Very happy. Very helpful. Highly recommended.

Remove old head unit and install new

$200

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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.

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.

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 East Melbourne

Air conditioner regas

$100

Hampton Park VIC 3976, Australia

3rd Nov 2026

Need to find cheaper regas for air conditioning for Holden Commodore VZ

Car logbook service.

$150

Clyde VIC 3978, Australia

2nd Nov 2026

Need to car logbook service for 2019 Nissan X-Xtrail 2WD ST-L @ 170k

Front brake pads change Honda Jazz 2017

$50

Pakenham VIC 3810, Australia

2nd Nov 2026

I need some mechanics to change my front brake pads It was for my honda Jazz 2017 I already buy the pads and need mechanics to change it

Perfect service. Good knowledge. Excellent communication.

2012 Prado with a second hand ARB bull bar we are wanting to install

$111

Cockatoo VIC 3781, Australia

2nd Nov 2026

Bullbar and lights installation

Secondhand bull bar installation. On a 2012 Prado

$10

Cockatoo VIC 3781, Australia

2nd Nov 2026

Secondhand bull bar installation. Already have the bull bar ready to go. Prado 150 2012 Please give me a quote

UHF Radio and Light Bar Installation

$100

Narre Warren VIC 3805, Australia

1st Nov 2026

I need to Install a UHF radio and a Light Bar to my 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero

Mechanic wanted – Oakleigh

$3,000

Oakleigh VIC 3166, Australia

31st Oct 2026

Mobile mechanic, or a workshop near Oakleigh, needed for a 2014 Mercedes GL63 AMG (5.5 V8, M157). All parts have been bought, and some of the work has already been done. I don’t have the time or all the tools to finish the rest, and I’d like the car completed within the next week or two. Looking for: a reasonable hourly rate (not the cheapest price) a reasonable estimate of hours (can be adjusted after discussion) experience with Mercedes / AMG Work required (all parts supplied): Front brakes: Brembo discs, DBA pads Rear brakes: Bosch discs, Protex Ultra pads Brake fluid change Front lower control arm rear bushes, left and right: Febest bushes ×2 Front right diff/axle seal: Corteco seal Spark plugs: Bosch double iridium ×8 Engine mounts ×2: Bapmic (OE-supplier brand) Transmission service (7-speed): genuine filter and gasket supplied Vacuum pump: replace with new pump (supplied) Fluids: Supplied: transmission fluid (Penrite ATF BMV, MB 236.15) and DOT 4 brake fluid Not supplied: diff oil to top up the front diff after the seal is replaced Jobs that may be harder to do onsite: Control arm bushes: a bush press or bush kit. Engine mounts: the engine has to be supported while the mounts are swapped. Transmission service: the fluid level is set with the car level and the fluid at temperature, so it may be easier on a hoist. A Mercedes scanner is available to read the fluid temperature. If any of these would be a problem onsite, please note it in your offer, along with how you’d suggest handling it. Please include your hourly rate and estimated hours. The work can be split over more than one visit.

Bull bar installed

$300

Dewhurst VIC 3808, Australia

29th Oct 2026

Need bullbar installed n80 hilux

Mobile Mechanic- Nissan Navara Np300

$10

Berwick VIC 3806, Australia

22nd Oct 2026

Mobile mechanic needed for fault diagnosis + servicing Model: 2019 Nissan Navara Np300

Excellent communication and service from start to finish. Highly recommended

Broken car Air conditioner

$200

Narre Warren South VIC 3805, Australia

15th Oct 2026

My a/c in the car isn’t very cold it will probably need to have a regas and just a general diagnosis. Even when it is on max the air doesn’t feel that cold however the heater works really well. Car is a 2003 Honda accord euro.

Kenneth was on time and very reliable. He explained everything to me in detail and got the job done very quick. Would definitely recommend him for someone else to get their car re-gassed.

Car service

$200

Officer VIC 3809, Australia

13th Oct 2026

Need my Mazda 3 serviced, 2015, 2.0L engine Just need regular service, no need for logbook service.

Great guy! Great work.

Car air-conditioning regas

$10

Cranbourne West VIC 3977, Australia

19th Sep 2026

I need my kia carnival 2018 aircon regased

Very knowledgeable and great service. Explained what needed doing and did the work in a timely manner. Would definitely refer to friends and family.👌

Car service Holden trax turbo

$300

Cranbourne VIC 3977, Australia

16th Sep 2026

Change oil engine and coolent pipe replacement with Car service Fully synthetic oil and filter Fully inspection and report Top up all the levels Log book stamp Battery test Tyre pressure and rotation

awesome work done Adam and team. thanks for all the advice and the service you have done

Remove bull bar from Toyota Kluger 2019

$100

Lynbrook VIC 3975, Australia

6th Aug 2026

I require the bull bar removed from the front of my recently purchased Toyota Kluger. See photos attached.

Good effort to remote my bull bar

Need a mobile mechanic. My Jeep Compass 2015 faulty crank sensor

$150

Dandenong VIC 3175, Australia

27th Jul 2026

Crank sensor needs to be replaced

Thank you so much. He did so well!

Mobile mechanic

$150

Cranbourne East VIC 3977, Australia

18th Jul 2026

My car seems to have a battery issue or possibly blown fuse problem as it is not starting. Need a mechanic to come have a look and fix possibly. Car is 2012 Toyota Vellfire

Great Very professional Very helpful

Mobile mechanic needed

$180

Springvale VIC 3171, Australia

16th Jul 2026

Need someone to replace the bearings on my trailer. Bearings will be reimbursed. I already got two but not sure if they will fit.

What a legend! Highly recommended

Mechanic for car inspection

$100

Dandenong South VIC 3175, Australia

13th Jul 2026

Pre purchase car inspection

Adam complete a pre-purchase car inspection for me. He was thorough, professional and kept me updated throughout the whole process. He took plenty of photos and explained everything clearly, which made the whole process so much easier.

Install reverse camera to Android head unit

$100

Clayton VIC 3168, Australia

10th Jul 2026

Require a reverse camera installed in a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer CJ. The camera and wiring kit came included with the 9” Android head unit that is already installed in the car; just require the reverse camera fitted. Located in Clayton 3168 Cheers

Install new Apple CarPlay head unit Mitsubishi ASX

$180

Cranbourne North VIC 3977, Australia

7th Jul 2026

I have a Mitsubishi ASX 2015 model. I need the sound head unit to be removed and replaced with a new compatible Apple Play head unit that I have purchased

Good price fast work