Japanese Car Service & Repairs in Melbourne & Northcote
#1 choice for fast, reliable Japanese car servicing in Melbourne. From Kei cars to performance imports, Ikigai Motors keeps your Japanese vehicle safe, reliable and ready for every drive.
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We deal in all types of luxury car repair & service at Ikigai
Japanese-engineered vehicles need specialist care. We service Toyota, Honda, Mazda, Nissan, Subaru and imports with factory-standard diagnostics and quality parts.
Toyota, Honda, Mazda, Nissan, Subaru & JDM specialists · Melbourne & Northcote
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
We specialise in Japanese vehicles - from Kei cars to performance imports. Our Northcote workshop serves Melbourne-wide customers with logbook servicing, diagnostics and roadworthy preparation tailored to Japanese engineering.
Specialists in Japanese vehicles
We live and breathe Japanese engineering - from Kei cars to performance icons. Our team understands the common issues, parts availability and best practice repairs.
Northcote workshop, Melbourne‑wide customers
Conveniently located in Northcote, we look after customers from across Melbourne who want a workshop that truly understands Japanese imports.
Transparent, professional service
Clear explanations, upfront pricing and photo/video reports where helpful - so you always know what your car needs and why.
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