What services does The AutoShop offer?

The AutoShop offers General Service. Call or request a quote to confirm availability and pricing.

Does The AutoShop do WoF inspections?

Contact The AutoShop directly to confirm WoF availability — many workshops in Christchurch Central City offer this service.

Is The AutoShop open on Saturdays?

The AutoShop's Saturday hours vary — call 03 365 9996 or check their website to confirm current hours.

Is The AutoShop certified or a member of a trade association?

The AutoShop is listed on Mechanic Finder. For certification details, contact the workshop directly.

How do I book or get a quote from The AutoShop?

Submit a free quote request using the form on this page and The AutoShop will reply directly with pricing and availability — no obligation to book. You can also use Mechanic Finder's free multi-quote tool (https://www.mechanicfinder.co.nz/get-a-quote) to send your vehicle details to multiple local mechanics at once and compare prices. Alternatively, ring The AutoShop on 03 365 9996 or visit http://www.theautoshop.co.nz/.

The AutoShop

4.6(66 reviews)

About

Located in Christchurch's central business district, The AutoShop specialises in automatic transmission and power steering repairs—areas where most general mechanics refer work elsewhere. The workshop tackles everything from noisy gear changes to complete transmission failure, drawing on deep technical expertise in hydraulic systems and clutch diagnostics. Power steering services span leak identification, boot replacement, and full rack overhauls, with technicians experienced in diagnosing WOF failures related to steering systems. Beyond transmission work, the facility performs routine servicing across all vehicle makes and models, including cars, SUVs, and 4WDs. Their mechanical offering encompasses oil changes, engine diagnosis, suspension work, and pre-purchase inspections. WOF testing and certification are handled in-house, supported by full workshop equipment suitable for diverse repair categories. The team combines specialist knowledge in automatic gearbox technology with broad mechanical capability, positioning the business as an alternative to dealership servicing for customers seeking independent assessment and repair.

To request a quote from The AutoShop in Christchurch Central City, Christchurch, use the Send Enquiry form on this page. You can also compare quotes from multiple local mechanics at once — ideal if you want the best price or the fastest reply.

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5/5Daniel Horaczek · via Google

Had a steering issue during Christmas. Other shops said they would need at least 5 days of time in the shop if they would be able to take us in. The guys from The AutoShop took us in on the first available day after Christmas and fixed it in 5 hours. Thanks to them we're back on the road again. Massive thanks 🙏

5/5Botany Silkie Breeders · via Google

Had a 5 star experience from these guys. I had a transmission that would slip into neutral between 2nd and 3rd and slam into third and it only happened under hard acceleration. They did a great job of diagnosing the transmission giving me insight into the throttle sensor being a potential issue but at the end of the day they only charged me for the transmission service and recommended it as a fix before doing any deeper investigation and work. This ended up being very affordable and best of all, improved my transmission by a huge amount. With 230,000 km on the clock it went from a little clunky to buttery smooth and almost completely resolved the initial shifting issue, now it is just a bit of a bump instead of a slip and slam so I know I will get many more k's out of this transmission and managed to do the minimal amount of work to not only fix the transmisison but do a fluid change which was needed anyways which saved me money. I can't say everything in this review but the 15 minute conversation where they really dove into the subject with me was what makes this place absolutely top notch, not just what's expected from a good mechanic.

5/5Nik Dodge · via Google

These guys are awesome. Super helpful. Know what they're doing. Go the extra mile. Dan and Ryan, you rock 😎

1/5Scott Welsh · via Google

Absolutely circus performers should be wearing clowns suits. Had a vehicle in thus shop told on phone when booked job would take a week.. 2 months later I get vehicle back.. now have check engine issues that these clowns are trying to charge me to have scanned. Told me they have sent email of confirmation of diagnostic which they haven't. told me they have sent email for guarantee of gearbox rebuild which they haven't. Ya ring this peanut to no answer leave messages to no call back. Legal action is next on the cards. THE AUTO SHOP would not recommend to my enemies

5/5Jo Bensemann · via Google

Cannot rate The AutoShop (Ryan and Vince) enough. Great service with amazing communication, they inform you if they find any issues and when they would need to be fixed by (if it doesn't require urgent attention). They have shown and explain bigger issues to me, which as someone with limited mechanical knowledge was super helpful. Best of all the bill is never exorbitant, even when they have had to do a fair bit of work. Wouldn't go anywhere else.

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