Woden Automotive Services
About the company
Woden Automotive Services is a family-run mechanics workshop founded in 1973. The business has over 52 years of experience and is located in Phillip, ACT, serving Canberra drivers. It uses the latest diagnostic tools and equipment and continually invests in training and advanced equipment. Services include logbook servicing, brake and clutch repairs, steering and suspension repairs, air conditioning service, diagnostic testing and general mechanical repairs.
What customers say
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Reviews
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Gav and his team have serviced my car for several years. He always looks out for me, giving honest and good advice. He prices very fairly, and I know I can trust him. I wouldn’t take my car anywhere else!
Honest, great comms, friendly and fast. Everything you could want in a mechanic.
This was my first visit to Woden Automotive Service, and I chose them based on their Google reviews, they absolutely lived up to the reputation. I had a really positive experience with Gavin. He was kind enough to fit me in on short notice and took the time to properly inspect my car. He diagnosed the issue with the brake module and clearly explained everything in detail, making it easy to understand what was going on. I really appreciated his honesty and professionalism. What stood out the most was that he didn’t charge me for the inspection, which shows genuine integrity and care for customers. Highly recommend Gavin and the team to anyone looking for a trustworthy and knowledgeable mechanic. He just won a new customer in me.
Excellent service. I called up on a Friday and had the car in on a Monday. They identified the problem so quickly they didn’t even charge me for it. Not to say they’ll do all your work for free of course but it shows they’re honest and genuine in an industry where trust goes a long way. Definitely recommend
Reliable and trustworthy servicing and repairs. Recently had my BMW X6 serviced - Great value and friendly helpful guidance and advice. Best place in Canberra to get your car worked on. Great to have a mechanic you can trust. Highly recommended.
Top blokes! Serviced my 130 N line and am really happy with their service. They did much better service than a lot of the dealers that I went to. Thanks Gavin!
Update Jan 2026 - Gav and the team have just completed another service on my Ford 2005 BA Falcon replacing the coil packs/spark plugs, oil pressure switch and fan belt/tensioner pulley. Another great job at a reasonable price.!😀 I’ve been taking various cars to Gav at Woden Automotive Service (WAS) for a few years now, and without fail the team are friendly and professional in all their work. Recently my daughter’s 2008 Corolla developed an oil leak and Gav booked me in at short notice and replaced the faulty oil sensor at a very reasonable price to resolve the problem. Would not hesitate to highly recommend Gav and the team at WAS!
Mechanics in Canberra compared
Ordered by rating, weighted by the number of reviews — businesses with only a handful of reviews do not jump to the top automatically. 12 businesses in this category in Canberra are compared.
| Rank | Provider | Rating | Reviews | Open Sat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eurotech Canberra | ★ 5,0 | 95 | No |
| 2 | Loom Townz Motor Service | ★ 5,0 | 87 | Yes |
| 3 | KelTech Mobile Mechanic | ★ 4,9 | 201 | Yes |
| 4 | European Garage Canberra | ★ 4,9 | 180 | No |
| 5 | Car Service Canberra - Repco Authorised Car Service Mitchell | ★ 4,9 | 117 | No |
| 9 | Woden Automotive Services (this page) | ★ 4,7 | 89 | No |