Mon–Fri 8:30–5 · Sat 8–12
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Kent Town • Adelaide • 50+ years

Expert service. Family values. Honest repairs.

Servicing, diagnostics, logbook servicing and repairs for all makes and models. Skipper Automotive is a family-operated workshop providing honest advice, quality workmanship and dependable service.

Mon–Fri 8:30–5 · Sat 8–12 Warranty-safe logbook servicing 4.4 on Google · 76 reviews
Mechanic working under the bonnet of a car
Quote and approval firstNo work without your approval.
6 service baysQuick turnaround
50+

Years in business

6

Service bays

22yrs

Head mechanic's experience

6days

Open Monday to Saturday

  • All makes and modelsCars, 4WDs, vans, utes and hybrids
  • Warranty-safe logbook servicingTo your manufacturer's recommendations
  • Afterpay acceptedSpread the cost of your service
  • 12-month parts warranty, with our workmanship guaranteed.

Car service Kent Town

Everything your car needs, under one roof.

Car servicing and repairs in Kent Town for all makes and models, from logbook servicing and car diagnostics to brake repairs. Book straight in, or open a service to see what's included.

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Warning light on or car not running right? We diagnose the fault, clear error codes and explain what we found before any work begins.

Brake inspections, brake repairs and brake and clutch servicing, because nothing beats being able to stop your vehicle correctly.

Why Skipper

Treated like family.
Not a job number.

Skipper Automotive has served Adelaide motorists for over 50 years. Family-operated since 2019, we provide honest servicing, diagnostics and mechanical repairs for all makes and models. Our experienced team takes the time to explain what your vehicle needs, provide clear pricing and obtain your approval before starting any work.

Skipper Automotive branded car
Kent Town, SAAll makes and models
  1. Quote and approval first

    We provide free quotes before we start any work, and only quote what we think your car needs.

  2. Nothing without your OK

    We only ever carry out the work you approve. If additional or unexpected work crops up, we contact you for approval before proceeding.

  3. Warranty stays intact

    Full logbook servicing in Adelaide to your manufacturer's recommendations, with genuine and reputable products, without the hassle and expense of the manufacturer's service centre.

  4. Clear communication

    When we examine your vehicle and identify the problem, we'll tell you straight away, including any extra service and cost you might incur.

  5. Experience that shows

    Michael, our owner and head mechanic, has 22 years in the automotive industry and has worked with some of the state's biggest workshops.

  6. Less time without your car

    Loan cars and a customer waiting area are available. Pick-up and drop-off can be arranged, subject to availability and prior arrangement.

How it works

Four steps. Zero guesswork.

A straightforward process designed around your day, not ours.

  1. Book online or call

    Choose a service and a preferred date. We'll confirm your booking.

  2. We inspect & quote

    We look at your car and give you a free quote before any work starts.

  3. You approve

    We only carry out the work you approve, and take the time to talk you through the process.

  4. Drive away

    We complete the approved work and your car is ready to collect.

Quality brands

Only quality goes in.

As part of our dedication to quality workmanship, we use only the best replacement parts in all our services and repairs.

  • Varta
  • Lemförder
  • Bosch
  • Liqui Moly
  • Hi-Tec
  • Würth
  • ATE
  • ZF
  • Endurant
  • Sachs
  • Schaeffler
  • Valeo
  • Vierol
  • Pierburg
  • Mahle

What customers say

Honest work.
Honest words.

AutoGuru
Great service at a good price. Car ticked over 125000 kms and needed some loving. Now runs like new.
MTManny TCustomer review
Skipper Auto from my recent experience has provided timely, trustworthy service and information. Prices seem competitive and reasonable accompanying honest appraisals.
PMPenni MooreCustomer review
Michael is a great and honest mechanic. Does the job properly, doesn't cut corners. Have been going to him for a while and wouldn't go elsewhere!! Hard to find a mechanic that is honest and fair and communicates as well. Cheers
BCBijay ChamlagainCustomer review
Michael is an awesome bloke and very honest. Fair pricing and will let you know what should be looked at next time and gives you a rough price guide to what you'd be looking at. I highly recommend giving him a chance and I'm very certain you'll be back for the next service. Good work.
JNJarred NixonCustomer review
Searched for a mechanic nearby, and found Skipper. Took my car this morning to get checked as was having some minor issues. I found Michael's service to be great, and his pricing was fair too. Thanks for showing me what was wrong with my car and fixing the issue so quickly today.
TMTabitha MurilloCustomer review
Second time round. Great service and completely transparent throughout the process – both times. Cheers
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Mechanic Kent Town

Right here in Kent Town.

Your local mechanic in Kent Town, Adelaide, on the edge of the CBD and a short drive from Norwood, College Park, St Peters, Stepney and Rose Park.

Skipper AutomotiveKent Town, South Australia
Mon–Fri 8:30–5 · Sat 8–12
Monday – Friday8:30am – 5:00pm
Saturday8:00am – 12:00pm
SundayClosed
Public holidaysClosed
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Tell us what your car needs and we'll confirm a time that suits you. Free quote, no work without your approval.

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