# Redhead Automotive

> Family-owned mechanic workshop in Redhead NSW — 20+ years on the tools. Honest diagnosis, fair pricing, expert work across log book servicing, pink and blue slips, European, 4WD and performance. 4.7★ across 122 verified Google reviews. Trading 20+ years.

## Business

- **Business Name:** Redhead Automotive (also known as Redhead Auto Centre)
- **Owners:** Luke and Karen
- **Team:** Luke, Karen and the workshop crew
- **Trade:** Automotive mechanic — full-service workshop for cars, 4WDs, European and performance vehicles
- **Phone:** [02 4944 7855](tel:0249447855)
- **Email:** [admin@redheadautomotive.com.au](mailto:admin@redheadautomotive.com.au)
- **Address:** 5/10 Seasands Drive, Redhead NSW 2290, Australia
- **Hours:** Mon–Fri 7:30am–5:00pm
- **Website:** [redheadautomotive.com.au](https://redheadautomotive.com.au)
- **Trading since:** 20+ years family-owned
- **ABN:** 61 684 549 335
- **NSW Motor Vehicle Repairer Licence:** MVRL63301
- **NSW Authorised Inspection Station:** AIS S11206 (pink slip / eSafety inspections)
- **NSW Blue Slip AUVIS:** E11297
- **ARC Authorisation:** L060211 (automotive air-conditioning)
- **Google rating:** 4.7★ across 122 verified reviews

## Services

- [Log Book Servicing](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/log-book): Manufacturer-spec log book servicing for cars under new-car warranty — all makes, all models. Genuine or OE-quality parts, correct fluids, stamped log book. Warranty stays intact.
- [Pink Slip Inspections (eSafety)](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/pink-slip): NSW eSafety inspections for registration renewal. Authorised Inspection Station AIS S11206 — done on the spot, same-day where possible.
- [Blue Slip Inspections](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/blue-slip): Authorised Unregistered Vehicle Inspections (blue slip / AUVIS) for re-registration, interstate transfer, modified vehicles and imports.
- [Brakes, Steering & Suspension](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/brakes-suspension): Pads, rotors, calipers, shocks, struts, bushes and alignment — front-end work done properly so your car stops and tracks straight.
- [Transmission & Clutch](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/transmission): Automatic transmission servicing, clutch replacement and gearbox diagnosis for manuals and autos, including European.
- [Auto Electrical & Diagnostics](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/electrical-diagnostics): Scan-tool diagnostics, battery and charging system checks, starter motors, alternators, wiring repair, lights and accessories.
- [European Car Specialist](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/european): BMW, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, Skoda — dealer-level scan tools and decades of European experience at independent prices.
- [4WD Servicing](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/4wd): Servicing for LandCruiser, Patrol, Hilux, Ranger, Triton, Pajero and the rest. Suspension, diff service, towing setups and pre-trip checks.
- [Performance Upgrades](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/upgrades): Suspension kit upgrades, clutch upgrades, air intakes, exhaust systems, V8 cam packages and diesel tuning & remapping — matched and fitted as a package.

## Service Areas

Redhead Automotive serves the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter region — including Redhead, Dudley, Whitebridge, Jewells, Kahibah, Tingira Heights, Belmont, Floraville, Eleebana, Valentine, Warners Bay, Caves Beach, Swansea, Charlestown, Gateshead, Newcastle, Hamilton, Adamstown and New Lambton.

If your suburb isn't here, [drop us a line](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/contact) — we travel further than this list.

## Credentials

- Family-owned and operated for 20+ years — 20+ years on the tools
- Full-service workshop — log book servicing through to engine rebuilds, done in-house
- Licensed NSW motor vehicle repairer — MVRL63301
- NSW Authorised Inspection Station AIS S11206 — pink slips on the spot
- NSW Blue Slip AUVIS E11297 — blue slips done in-house
- ARC Authorisation L060211 — licensed for automotive air-conditioning work
- European specialist — dealer-level scan tools for BMW, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, VW, Skoda
- 4.7★ on Google across 122 verified reviews
- Honest, up-front diagnosis — we ring you with the price before any extra work
- Australian Consumer Law compliant — independent servicing does not void manufacturer warranty when done to log book spec

## Important policy

We always phone before doing any work outside the agreed scope. If a service uncovers something else needing attention, you get the call, the price and the explanation before we touch it. No surprises on the bill.

## Social

- [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/redheadautocentre/)
- [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/redhead_automotive/)
- [Google Business Profile](https://share.google/sHqY8bBdYEuUdL37V)
- [Google Maps listing](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1242488567727075553)

## Pages

Every content URL on this site is also available as plain Markdown for AI agents — append `.md` to any URL or follow these direct links:

- [Homepage](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/.md)
- [About](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/about.md)
- [Services](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services.md)
- [Reviews](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/reviews.md)
- [Our Work](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/our-work.md)
- [Contact](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/contact.md)
- [Privacy Policy](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/privacy-policy.md)

### Per-service pages

- [Log Book Servicing](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/log-book.md)
- [Pink Slip Inspections](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/pink-slip.md)
- [Blue Slip Inspections](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/blue-slip.md)
- [Brakes, Steering & Suspension](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/brakes-suspension.md)
- [Transmission & Clutch](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/transmission.md)
- [Auto Electrical & Diagnostics](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/electrical-diagnostics.md)
- [European Car Specialist](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/european.md)
- [4WD Servicing](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/4wd.md)
- [Performance Upgrades](https://redheadautomotive.com.au/services/upgrades.md)

## About

Redhead Automotive has been the local family mechanic in Redhead NSW for over 20 years. The workshop at 5/10 Seasands Drive is run day-to-day by Luke and Karen with the rest of the crew. The work covers everything from manufacturer log book servicing on new European cars under warranty, through to engine rebuilds on classic Falcons and Patrols, with a steady flow of pink and blue slips through the inspection bay. Customers come back year after year because the diagnosis is honest, the pricing is fair, and the job gets done properly. If you're in Redhead, Charlestown, Belmont, Swansea or anywhere across Newcastle and Lake Macquarie, Redhead Automotive is the mechanic that's been here longer than most and will still be here next time you need a service.