Highton Automotive Services have got your back. When buying car, a Pre-Purchase Inspection is essential to be sure of the condition of the vehicle. To get a more complete picture of your prospective vehicle, please book our Comprehensive Vehicle Inspection.

A pre-purchase vehicle inspection is carried out for a vehicle being sold either by private sale or through a motor car trader. Comprehensive vehicle inspections are the most complete survey of your vehicle. Highton Automotive Services can perform Pre-Purchase Inspections and Comprehensive Vehicle Inspections for your peace of mind. 

At Highton Automotive Services our mechanics will carry out a detailed visual inspection, an engine test and a road test on your vehicle. Concluding the inspection, we provide a detailed report with the information you need to make an informed decision*. To arrange a Pre-Purchase Inspection, make an appointment online or call us now!

*(Because of limited access, the level of complexity or specialised tools and equipment required, there are some vehicles that we cannot inspect, or can only conduct a comprehensive inspection on).

Comprehensive Vehicle Inspections are the most complete inspection of your vehicle and checks even more components of the vehicle than a Pre-Purchase Inspection.

Where possible, the car is placed on a hoist for our inspectors to have greater visibility of components and increased accessibility of the undercarriage. Car wheels are removed to allow access to braking components for an inspection, and the lining size and disc thickness are measured against industry standards**.

**Please note: The vehicle inspection is based on a visual external examination of components only. Components are not dismantled to examine internal parts. Some vehicle faults can be diagnosed only by dismantling the engine or are intermittent in operation and not evident from an external examination at the time of inspection.

Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspection Details

Highton Automotive Services advise that when buying car, a Pre-Purchase Inspection is essential to be sure of the condition of the vehicle. To get a more complete picture of your prospective vehicle, please book our Comprehensive Vehicle Inspection...

Pre purchase vehicle inspections in Highton

Working brakes save lives but brake repairs are what many people tend to consider when it comes to thinking about their brakes and being safe on the roads. Focusing on brake maintenance is far more vital to passenger safety. 

Maintaining your brakes means not waiting until they need repairs but having them checked on a regular basis to help avoid any unseen or unexpected problems which might impact your ability to brake safely and efficiently should the need arise. 

Regular brake maintenance means that you can relax knowing that your brakes will be in good working order when you need them the most; in an emergency situation!

When it comes to Brake Maintenance, you should never take a risk. If you're not sure if your brake maintenance is 100% - call a professional like Highton Automotive Services without delay.

Brake fluid provides the pressure needed by the brake pads to stop your car. It also helps prolong the lifespan of your various brake components by helping to prevent corrosion. Most people know that it is imperative to keep the brake fluid level topped up, but did you know that you should also have the entire system flushed regularly to replace old brake fluid and prevent excessive moisture in the fluid?

Checking your brake fluid regularly yourself is good common sense, but don't rely on it's appearance to indicate the actual condition of the fluid. Simply because it looks clean doesn't mean it's actually in good condition. Moisture can accumulate in the brake fluid and it's not always noticeable in a visual inspection. Moisture in the fluid increases the chance the fluid will boil, which could result in a loss of braking pressure. A visual inspection is not sufficient to identify excess moisture in your brake fluid.

A brake fluid flush can be done as part of a scheduled service - but sometimes we may suggest you need one outside of a regular schedule if we feel it's necessary. We are always happy to discuss the reasons why with you.

Your brake pads are a vital part of your braking system and they are a part that you should monitor on a regular basis. Brake pads compress against your brake rotors (using the pressure of the brake fluid) to create friction and this friction makes your car stop. Unfortunately the amount of heat generated when stopping a significant mass (the vehicle) also wears down the brake pads over time. Regular inspection and/or replacement of your brake pads is an integral part of good brake maintenance practices.

Brake Pads can last for anywhere between 15,000 to 70,000 km's. This changes according to a number of reasons such as; driving conditions and style, regular heavy loads. If your brake pads are wearing out ahead of time your mechanic might advise using a heat resistant or heavier duty brake pad more suited to your vehicle.

Brakes that squeal can be a warning that your brake pads are wearing out. Many good quality brake pads have a small metal piece embedded in them designed to purposely scratch on the disc when your brake pads are degraded, causing that high pitch noise. However, it's not advised to wait until you hear noises to get your pads assessed, we recommend having your brakes inspected at every service.

It is important to remember that noisy brakes are not only caused by normal wear and any unusual noises anywhere in your car should always be investigated by a qualified professional mechanic.

At Highton Automotive Services we offer a free 65 Point Vehicle Inspection Report with every car service. As part of our Vehicle Inspection Report we inspect the brake pads for wear and let you know if they require replacing. We can also recommend the right pad for your local conditions and driving style.

Highton Automotive Services are qualified to perform a wide range of brake services and repairs using quality parts, all covered by our nationwide warranty;

At Highton Automotive Services we offer a Vehicle Inspection report, upon request, with every full car service which includes a written review of your brake system and more. This Vehicle Inspection Report lets you know if there is immediate or future need for repairs to your vehicle allowing you to budget in advance.

Maintaining your brakes means not waiting until they need repairs but having them checked on a regular basis to help avoid any unseen or unexpected problems which might impact your ability to brake safely and efficiently should the need arise...

Brake Maintenance in Highton

Brake Maintenance - Do you know what is stopping you?

Your car's braking and suspension play a critically vital role in making sure that your car stops quickly and safely.  For specialist Brake & Suspension Testing in Highton call the experts at Highton Automotive Services.

When you find your car is "rocking and rolling" whenever you corner or worse still it is simply not stopping the way it used to it may be time to have a Highton Automotive Services mechanic give it a thorough going over with a Safe-T-Stop test.

Here at Highton Automotive Services in Highton we take your safety very seriously. This is why we have invested in a state of the art Safe-T-Stop testing machine and are an approved Safe-T-Stop Testing Centre. You can trust a Safe-T-Stop test to give you all the answers a simple road test simply won't. It provides an accurate inspection and report that goes well beyond a basic check and road test to accurately check your braking capacity and helps ensure maximum stopping performance.

Safe-T-Stop test lanes measure and simulate a vehicle's brake performance in real-life conditions, exactly as the process would happen on the road and results in a precise and detailed printed report that will enable the qualified technicians at Highton Automotive Services to advise you on any critical adjustments that should be made.

Along with the peace of mind that comes from knowing that your car will stop straight and in the shortest possible distance in an emergency, having your braking and suspension system in peak operating condition save you money by minimising tyre drag and wear which can increase petrol costs.

Safe-T-Stop - Committed to Safer Motoring

Book your Safe-T-Stop test online or call Highton Automotive Services today.

Highton Automotive Services take your safety very seriously, which is why we are an approved Safe-T-Stop Testing Centre. You can trust a Safe-T-Stop test to give you all the answers a simple road test simply won't...

Safe-T-Stop Brake testing in Highton

Safe-T-Stop Brake Testing - Why stop at a road test?

According to Australian Consumer Law you ARE NOT required to take your brand new Mazda Vehicle back to a dealership for servicing.

If you are aiming to book a competitive and reliable log book service for your Mazda come in and see Highton Automotive Services in Highton and instruct us about a few things about your vehicle (like when you last had it serviced, the year and model) thereby allowing us to give you a competitive quote today.

Bothered about preserving your statutory warranty?

There's no need - All Highton Automotive Services service crew are fully trained and qualified. We guarantee to use only as laid out by as laid out by the manufacturers specifications when undertaking log book service on a wide range of makes and models, including the following Mazda vehicles;

Since 2000, Mazda has sold several models in Australia including the Mazda2, Mazda3, Mazda6, MX-5, CX-3, CX-5, CX-7, CX-8, CX-9, CX-30, and the BT-50, as well as the RX-8 and the Tribute.

The best way to see to it your Mazda stays in optimum shape is with a regular service.

As a car owner you are given the right to select which service centre you want to service your car.

The simple fact is you the dealership selling the vehicle the dealership selling the vehicle for car servicing. Highton Automotive Services CAN service your Mazda vehicle, as per the manufacturers specifications, preserving your statutory warranty.

You have the right to decide who will service your car without voiding either the manufacturers warranty or your rights under the Consumer Guarantee.

In fact, Highton Automotive Services can perform log book service and repair on a wide range of vehicle types, makes and models in our Highton service centre.

You have the right to choose a mechanic for car service. Simply book a service for your Mazda or contact Highton Automotive Services, tell us about your car and your last service and we can give you a quote today.

You have the right to choose who services your Mazda. If you're looking for a reliable log book service for your Mazda vehicle contact Highton Automotive Services ...

Mazda Car Service and Repairs in Highton

As your local Mechanic in Highton, we take great pride in offering our clients the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs.

Conveniently located in Highton, just outside of Geelong, Highton Automotive Services specialise in car servicing for all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. We can also do Pre-Purchase Inspections and all services can be booked online.

We provide Log Book Service and Nationwide Warranty on Parts and Labour, as well as Auto Electrical Repairs and Car Air Conditioning Service. 

Highton Automotive Services care about the environment and have Arctick Authorisation (AU03201) to reliably and responsibly conduct automotive air conditioning service. ARC Approved Car Air Conditioning Servicing reduces Fuel Costs and protects your health. Find out more about car air conditioning here or Book a service now.

We have an established customer base in and around the Geelong area. We service customers from Barrabool, Belmont, Wandana Heights, Fyansford, Newtown, Herne Hill, Hamlyn Heights, Drumcondra, Whittington, Breakwater, Marshall, Grovedale, Waurn Ponds, Mount Duneed, Highton and many other surrounding regions.

We offer Safe-T-Stop Brake and Suspension testing and provide a detailed report so you can prioritise and plan your servicing needs.

Authorised Vehicle Inspection Station in Highton

Highton Automotive Services are a Licensed Vehicle Tester and are able to Inspect and issue Certificates of Roadworthiness and can also perform Pre-purchase Inspections where required. 

For our customers convenience, Highton Automotive Services have 4 Loan Cars available - 2 Passenger vehicles and 2 Utes. This means you can still work or get to your appointments while you car is being serviced. Please book in advance to avoid disappointment and return the vehicle with a full tank of fuel.

Wheel alignment, wheel balancing, and tyre rotations are crucial services that ensure the longevity and performance of a vehicle's tyres. Proper wheel alignment involves adjusting the angles of the wheels to the car manufacturer's specifications, which helps in maintaining even tyre wear, improving fuel efficiency, and ensuring optimal handling. 

Wheel balancing ensures that the tyre's weight is evenly distributed around the axle, preventing vibrations that can cause premature tyre wear and strain on the suspension. 

Tyre rotations involve regularly changing the position of the tyres on a vehicle to ensure even wear, prolonging the tyre life and maintaining a smooth ride. 

Highton Automotive Services has recently invested in a Fully Digital Powerlift Wheel Aligner, enhancing their ability to provide precise and efficient alignment services. This cutting-edge technology allows Highton Automotive Services to offer improved accuracy and speed, ensuring customers receive the best care for their vehicles.

Wheel Alignment, Balancing and Tyre Rotation

As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care. Our Business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring each mechanic is kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods.

Highton Automotive are members of the lnstitute of Automotive Mechanical Engineers (IAME) and the Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce (VACC). 

Highton Automotive Services have been serving the Highton community for over 15 years. In an interview to Geelong Advertiser, Mark Awramenko of Highton Auto Service says the only change in constantly thriving car service business being purchasing trends by customers.

"People that used to buy a new car every couple of years are holding onto them longer," Mr Awramenko says. As a local business owner, it's important to advertise locally and get involved in the community as much as possible.

"We advertise in the local paper and with local sports clubs, because we have found that if we support them, they support us," Mr Awramenko says. Like many small business owners, Mr Awramenko relies on repeat business and new customers through word of mouth. 

"We strive to do the right thing because word of mouth really only comes from doing a good job," Mr Awramenko said.

So, wherever you go, you can rely on the experience and knowledge of Highton Automotive Services and Repco Authorised Service.

RWC, Blue Slips, Pink Slips, e-Safety Checks, Rego Checks Highton. Log Book Service with Free Vehicle Inspection Report and Nationwide Warranty on Parts and Labour. Repco Authorised Service Centre. Book Online or Get Quotes Today.

Automotive Servicing and Repairs in Highton

Highton Automotive Services have the knowledge and expertise to perform repairs, diagnostics and service on all European and Luxury vehicles including Alfa Romeo - Audi - BMW - Citroen - Ferrari - Fiat - Land Rover - Mercedes Benz - Mini Cooper - Peugeot - Lexus - Porsche - Volvo and many more locally in our well equipped Highton car service workshop.

Due to their finely tuned engines and are designed and built with distinctive craftsmanship,  European cars require a high level of specialised knowledge to service or maintain them to the standards they deserve. Luxury and Euro vehicles often require cutting edge expertise to handle the cutting edge technologies that can be specific to these vehicles.

As members of the Repco Auto-Tech training program - Australia's leading provider of automotive technical training and information, you can rest easy that Highton Automotive Services are fully aware of all modern vehicle servicing techniques. Through the Auto-Tech encyclopaedia and Smart-Quote programs Highton Automotive Services have access to the newest service schedules for all Luxury makes and models.

Our fully qualified, expert technicians know exactly how to undertake the care of all Luxury and European Vehicles, whether it be using European car specific software for diagnosis or choosing the right quality parts for your vehicle.

If you're looking for an Audi service, an experienced BMW mechanic or someone to help care for your Luxury investment with qualified European car expertise contact us or book a service today.

Highton Automotive Services your local mechanics, have the knowledge and expertise to perform repairs, diagnostics and service on all European and Luxury vehicles in our well equipped automotive car service workshop…

European and Luxury Car Service, Diagnostics and Repairs in Highton

Is your car not handling the way it used to, rocking or rolling when cornering or not stopping as well as it once did? A Safe-T-Stop inspection will examine the braking and suspension systems of your car in a way that goes well beyond a simple road check.

Your braking and suspension systems play a vital role in making sure that your car stops quickly, efficiently and most of all - safely. Highton Automotive Services in Highton will always take your safety very seriously and have invested in a state of the art Safe-T-Stop testing machine.

A Safe-T-Stop check will result in an accurate and detailed report, enabling the qualified technicians at Highton Automotive Services to advise you on any critical adjustments that should be made to ensure your safety and comfort.  For the best, most accurate brake test in Highton make a booking at Highton Automotive Services today. 

A Safe-T-Stop inspection will examine the braking and suspension systems of your car in a way that goes well beyond a simple road check.

Safe-T-Stop in Highton

Safe-T-Stop

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Highton Automotive Services take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times. 

Conveniently located in Highton, the business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring their technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. 

Highton Automotive Services have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, they have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care.

Highton Automotive Services

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