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Car servicing and repairs in Blackburn
Straightforward mechanical repairs, logbook servicing and honest advice from a local workshop with decades of experience.
Your local Blackburn mechanic
A local mechanic you can keep coming back to
When something goes wrong with your car, you want clear advice, good workmanship and no runaround.
At Doncaster East Car Repairs we service and repair a wide range of vehicles from our workshop in Blackburn — everyday servicing, urgent repairs, roadworthy and pre-purchase inspections, brake issues, warning lights, cooling problems, tyres, air conditioning and more.
We take pride in doing the job properly and keeping you informed along the way.
How we can help
Servicing, repairs and everything in between
From logbook servicing to more complex repairs — for petrol, diesel, LPG and light commercial passenger vehicles.
Logbook servicing
Keep your vehicle serviced to schedule — petrol, diesel, LPG and light commercial passenger vehicles.
Book logbook servicing
Roadworthy & pre-purchase inspections
Selling, transferring or buying a vehicle? We handle Roadworthy Certificate and pre-purchase inspections.
Ask about inspections
Brake repairs
Spongy, noisy or slow to respond? Have your brakes checked before a small problem becomes a serious one.
Book a brake check
Steering & suspension
Loose, noisy or bumpy on the road? We repair steering and suspension for comfort, control and safety.
Check steering & suspension
Clutch & transmission
Trouble getting into gear, clunking or a burning smell? We inspect and repair clutch and transmission faults.
Ask about drivetrain repairs
Car air conditioning
We check for leaks, replace worn hoses and seals, repair faulty components and re-gas when required.
Book an air conditioning service
Radiators & cooling systems
Running hot or leaking coolant? We inspect and repair radiators, thermostats, heater units and leaks.
Book a cooling system check
Diagnostics & auto electrical
Warning lights, starting issues or electrical faults — proper diagnostics, including ECU reprogramming.
Book diagnostics
Tyres & wheel alignments
Tyre fitting, balancing and wheel alignments across major brands for all makes and models.
Ask about tyresWhy choose us
Honest advice. Careful work. Local experience.
Choosing a mechanic is about trust. You need someone who can explain what’s happening, show you what matters, and help you make a sensible decision.
We focus on practical advice and quality repairs. We’re not here to overcomplicate things — we’re here to keep your car safe, reliable and properly maintained.
What our customers value
- Clear explanations in plain language
- Fair, reasonable advice
- Options when there’s more than one way to fix it
- A workshop that takes pride in its work
- A team local families have trusted for years
About us
Established in Doncaster East. Now based in Blackburn.
Doncaster East Car Repairs was established in 2001 by Mark and Penny Langdon in Doncaster East, before moving to Blackburn in 2011.
Mark started his apprenticeship in 1982 and has spent his career in the automotive industry. Today the workshop brings together practical mechanical experience, modern diagnostic knowledge and a strong focus on customer service.
Simple and straightforward
What to expect
No runaround — just clear steps from your first call to picking your car back up.
- 1
Call or send an enquiry
Tell us what’s happening with your car, or the service you need.
- 2
Bring your car in
We’re at 24 Terra Cotta Drive, Blackburn VIC 3130.
- 3
We inspect and advise
We check the issue and explain what we find in plain language.
- 4
You decide what’s next
Where possible, we talk you through the options before any work goes ahead.
- 5
We complete the work
Quality workmanship, and your car back to you as soon as practical.
Service area
Servicing Blackburn & nearby suburbs
Our workshop is based in Blackburn and looks after drivers right across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs.
- Blackburn
- Doncaster
- Doncaster East
- Donvale
- Nunawading
- Mitcham
- Forest Hill
- Vermont
- Box Hill
- Box Hill East
- Templestowe
- Lower Templestowe
Google reviews
Trusted by local drivers
Our customers often mention honest advice, clear communication, reasonable pricing and reliable work.
“Have been using them for years with different vehicles, always honest and reasonable and do a great job.”
LLindsay DaweGoogle review “Great service. Terrific customer service. I have had my car serviced by Doncaster East Car Repairs for many years. What sets them apart is their people and customer service.”
BBruce HallGoogle review “Great, honest and easy to deal with. They gave me three options for repair.”
GGrace McLeanGoogle review
Need a mechanic in Blackburn?
Call Doncaster East Car Repairs on 03 9878 5668, or send us a message and we’ll help you work out the next step.