Car Repair Services in Thornbury - Your Trusted Mechanic
#1 choice for fast, reliable car servicing near Thornbury. From logbook servicing to complex repairs, we keep your car safe, smooth and dependable.
Get in touch
Book online or call our Northcote workshop. We'll confirm your appointment promptly.
We deal in all types of luxury car repair & service at Ikigai
Logbook servicing, roadworthy certificates, engine and transmission repairs, and electrical diagnostics - all with honest advice for Thornbury and inner-north drivers.
Servicing Thornbury, Northcote, Fairfield, Preston & the inner north

Car Logbook Service
Logbook servicing, minor and major service, 100k service. Castrol oil change, high-quality oil filter replacement, brake & suspension inspection, A/C inspection.
- Logbook, minor, major & 100k service
- Castrol oil change & oil filter
- Brake & suspension inspection
- A/C inspection

Roadworthy Inspection
Roadworthy certificate (RWC), vehicle safety check, pre-purchase inspection, car inspection report, computerized diagnostics, used car checks.
- Roadworthy certificate (RWC)
- Pre-purchase inspection
- Computerized diagnostics
- Used car checks

Engine & Transmission Repairs
Engine repair, tuning, diagnostics and overhaul. Transmission repair, gearbox repair, transmission service oil change, CVT and automatic gearbox servicing, transmission rebuild and programming.
- Engine repair, tuning & diagnostics
- Transmission & gearbox repair
- CVT & automatic servicing
- Transmission rebuild & programming

Car Battery Replacement
Battery replacement, flat battery repair, computerized battery tests, battery health check, electrical system diagnostics, battery cable inspection, car battery installation.
- Battery replacement & health check
- Computerized battery tests
- Electrical system diagnostics
- Battery cable inspection

A/C Service & Repair
Air-conditioning diagnostics, regas, compressor and condenser repairs. Cabin filter replacement and climate control checks.
- A/C diagnostics & regas
- Compressor & condenser repairs
- Cabin filter replacement
- Climate control checks

Electrical Repairs
Electrical system diagnostics, alternator and starter motor checks, lighting and wiring repairs. Power windows, mirrors and central locking.
- Electrical diagnostics
- Alternator & starter checks
- Lighting & wiring repairs
- Power windows & central locking

Suspension & Brakes
Brake pad and rotor replacements, ABS and traction control diagnostics. Shock absorber and strut inspections, wheel alignment and balancing.
- Brake pads, discs & fluid
- ABS & traction control
- Shock absorbers & struts
- Wheel alignment & balancing

Tyre & Alignment
Tyre fitting, rotation and balancing. Wheel alignment checks and adjustments for even wear and stable handling.
- Tyre fitting & rotation
- Wheel balancing
- Wheel alignment
- Wear & handling checks

Car Logbook Service
Logbook servicing, minor and major service, 100k service. Castrol oil change, high-quality oil filter replacement, brake & suspension inspection, A/C inspection.
- Logbook, minor, major & 100k service
- Castrol oil change & oil filter
- Brake & suspension inspection
- A/C inspection

Roadworthy Inspection
Roadworthy certificate (RWC), vehicle safety check, pre-purchase inspection, car inspection report, computerized diagnostics, used car checks.
- Roadworthy certificate (RWC)
- Pre-purchase inspection
- Computerized diagnostics
- Used car checks

Engine & Transmission Repairs
Engine repair, tuning, diagnostics and overhaul. Transmission repair, gearbox repair, transmission service oil change, CVT and automatic gearbox servicing, transmission rebuild and programming.
- Engine repair, tuning & diagnostics
- Transmission & gearbox repair
- CVT & automatic servicing
- Transmission rebuild & programming

Car Battery Replacement
Battery replacement, flat battery repair, computerized battery tests, battery health check, electrical system diagnostics, battery cable inspection, car battery installation.
- Battery replacement & health check
- Computerized battery tests
- Electrical system diagnostics
- Battery cable inspection

A/C Service & Repair
Air-conditioning diagnostics, regas, compressor and condenser repairs. Cabin filter replacement and climate control checks.
- A/C diagnostics & regas
- Compressor & condenser repairs
- Cabin filter replacement
- Climate control checks

Electrical Repairs
Electrical system diagnostics, alternator and starter motor checks, lighting and wiring repairs. Power windows, mirrors and central locking.
- Electrical diagnostics
- Alternator & starter checks
- Lighting & wiring repairs
- Power windows & central locking

Suspension & Brakes
Brake pad and rotor replacements, ABS and traction control diagnostics. Shock absorber and strut inspections, wheel alignment and balancing.
- Brake pads, discs & fluid
- ABS & traction control
- Shock absorbers & struts
- Wheel alignment & balancing

Tyre & Alignment
Tyre fitting, rotation and balancing. Wheel alignment checks and adjustments for even wear and stable handling.
- Tyre fitting & rotation
- Wheel balancing
- Wheel alignment
- Wear & handling checks
Our warranty policy
Clear coverage on every service -parts and labour included
Service
12 months or 10,000 km
- 12 months or 10,000 km -whichever comes first
- Warranty on parts and labour
- Hassle-free claims process
- Terms & conditions apply
Every car service comes with a 12 month/10,000 km warranty. Genuine or aftermarket parts from us are covered, and labour is included so you're fully protected.
Coverage
12 months or 10,000 km
Repair
12 months or 10,000 km
- 12 months or 10,000 km -whichever comes first
- Warranty on parts and labour
- Hassle-free claims process
- Terms & conditions apply
Mechanical repairs (excluding A/C, electrical, seals and consumables) are covered for 12 months or 10,000 km. Genuine and aftermarket parts both come with our hassle-free warranty; labour is covered. Additional terms apply.
Coverage
12 months or 10,000 km
Electrical
6 months or 5,000 km
- 6 months or 5,000 km -whichever comes first
- Warranty on parts and labour
- Hassle-free claims process
- Terms & conditions apply
All electrical repairs are backed by a 6 month/5,000 km warranty. Whether you choose genuine or aftermarket parts from us, labour is also covered under the warranty.
Coverage
6 months or 5,000 km
A/C
6 months or 5,000 km
- 6 months or 5,000 km -whichever comes first
- Warranty on parts and labour
- Hassle-free claims process
- Terms & conditions apply
Car A/C repairs come with a 6 month/5,000 km warranty. Parts and labour are covered so you can drive with confidence all year round.
Coverage
6 months or 5,000 km
Batteries & tyres
12 months or 10,000 km
- 12 months or 10,000 km -whichever comes first
- Warranty on defects from the manufacturer
- Hassle-free claims process
- Terms & conditions apply
Batteries and tyres are covered for 12 months or 10,000 km. For tyres, manufacturer defects are covered; the manufacturer may request inspection at claim time. Wear and tear is excluded. For batteries, we provide immediate replacement within 12 months where applicable.
Coverage
12 months or 10,000 km
Our partners / accreditations
Trusted brands and industry accreditations we work with
















Why choose Ikigai Motors
Thornbury and inner-north drivers choose us for honest servicing and repairs. We're on St Georges Rd in Northcote - easy to reach from Thornbury, Preston and Fairfield.
Minutes from Thornbury
Just off High Street, our Northcote workshop is a short drive from Thornbury. Drop off your car and we'll have it serviced or diagnosed without the wait.
Japanese, European & everyday cars
We service Japanese imports, European sedans and everyday family cars - logbook servicing, roadworthy prep and complex repairs with the same care.
Honest advice & clear communication
We explain every finding, prioritise safety-first repairs, and never start major work without your approval.
Ready to book or get a quote?
Book online for a time that suits you, or call us to discuss your service. We'll confirm your appointment promptly.
Visit our workshop
Find us in Northcote -easy access for Melbourne-wide customers.
Request a booking
Tell us about your car and what you're noticing - we'll find a time that works.