M & R Auto Care Tyre & Mechanical

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M & R Auto Care Tyre & Mechanical 🚨 Locally owned & operated🚨
⭐️ 5 Star Reviews⭐️
🚗 Customer courtesy vehicles 🚗
👫 Friendly & trustworthy team 👫
🕢 After hours pick up & drop off 🕢
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* Log Book Service Specialist (all models without voiding warranty)
* European Specialist
* 4wd & Commercial Service
* Fleet service packages
* Airconditioning Service & Repair (ARC AU55638)
* New Tyres, Fitting, Balancing and Wheel Alignment all in-house
* Brake Service and Machining
* Suspension & Steering Specialist
* Safety Certificates Available (AIS 9455)
* Check Engine Light On Dash Faults etc
* Auto Electrical Diagnosis/Repairs
* A Grade Technician on duty
* Modern Well Equipped Workshop
* Trailer Service, Safety certificates & Repairs

About Us

Managing Director – Michael Manzi

With over 25 years experience through various small workshops & some large dealerships, Michael has gained immense experience in the industry. Including some popular European vehicles. Ranging from general service & repair, drive-line rebuilds, engine overhauls, electrical fault finding, even fitting new accessories to vehicles. Focused on customer service and high management skills, Michael decided to create his own business to put all of these skills into action. This is how M & R Auto Care came about. The Business is co-owned by Michael’s wife Renee. Together with great team of staff and a modern fully equipped workshop, M & R Auto Care can service all of your vehicle needs with over 65 years combined experience!

Did you know your tyres have an expiry date — even if the tread still looks fine?Rubber dries out and cracks from the in...
14/10/2026

Did you know your tyres have an expiry date — even if the tread still looks fine?

Rubber dries out and cracks from the inside over time, especially in Queensland heat. Most manufacturers recommend replacing tyres after 5–6 years regardless of tread depth. You can check the age yourself: look at the sidewall of your tyre for a 4-digit number starting with "DOT". The last four digits tell you the week and year it was made — for example, "2419" means week 24 of 2019.

If your tyres are pushing 5 years old, it's worth having them inspected even if they look okay on the surface.

How old are your tyres? Most people have no idea — check yours and let us know what you find. 👇

We had a bloke come in last week who said he'd been putting off his service because he "didn't want any nasty surprises....
12/10/2026

We had a bloke come in last week who said he'd been putting off his service because he "didn't want any nasty surprises."

He left with a full photo report, a clear breakdown of everything we found, and a final bill that matched his quote exactly.

That's the way it works here at M&R Auto Care in Sandgate 4017. You get a quote before we start, photos of what we find, and no one calls you halfway through with a list of extras you didn't ask for. What we say it'll cost is what you pay.

What would make you feel more comfortable taking your car to a mechanic? Tell us below. 👇

09/10/2026

Something most people don't think about: the sun damages more than just your paint.

UV breaks down rubber seals, hoses, and belts over time. The heat bakes tyres harder. Your cabin air filter works overtime pushing cool air through all day. In a Queensland summer, your car is working harder than it does anywhere else in the country.

That's why a thorough service heading into October-November isn't just routine — it's how you avoid a breakdown on a 35-degree day.

We check all of this as part of every service, right here in Sandgate.

Has the heat ever got the better of your car? Tell us what happened below. 👇

07/10/2026

Christmas is about 10 weeks away. Before you know it, the roads will be packed with holiday traffic and booking a mechanic will take two weeks.

Now is the perfect time to get your car serviced — while there's still room in the diary and we can get you in quickly. Every service comes with a full computer scan, photo report, safety inspection, and interior clean. We'll tell you exactly what your car needs heading into summer.

And if you need to leave it with us, our free courtesy cars mean you're never stuck without wheels.

Want to lock in a time before the Christmas rush? Send us a message — we'll sort it. 👇

Here's a simple one to check at home: look at your windscreen washer fluid. Not just whether there's fluid in there, but...
05/10/2026

Here's a simple one to check at home: look at your windscreen washer fluid. Not just whether there's fluid in there, but whether it's the right stuff.

Plain water might seem fine, but in summer it evaporates faster, doesn't clean as well in the heat, and can actually leave mineral deposits on your windscreen over time. A proper washer fluid cleans better and handles the temperature.

Small thing — but clear vision when the sun's glaring off a wet road at 7am matters a lot.

We top up your washer fluid as part of every standard service, along with all your other fluid levels.

Got a car question you've always wondered about? Drop it in the comments — we'll answer it. 👇

02/10/2026

One of the nicest things about being a local workshop is that we actually get to know our customers.

We've had people come back year after year — some of them now bring in their kids' first cars. That kind of loyalty means everything to a small family business.

Here at M&R Auto Care in Sandgate 4017, every car gets the same care and attention, whether it's your daily commuter or your weekend pride and joy. Same thorough inspection, same photo report, same honest conversation.

We don't take that trust lightly.

How long have you been going to the same mechanic? We'd love to hear your story below. 👇

October means summer is basically here. The days are getting longer, the temperature is climbing, and the roads are fill...
30/09/2026

October means summer is basically here. The days are getting longer, the temperature is climbing, and the roads are filling up with people making the most of it.

It's also the time of year when your car quietly starts working harder — the cooling system, the AC, the tyres on hot roads. Most people don't notice until something goes wrong.

We're right here in Sandgate and we look after all makes and models. If you haven't had your car looked at in a while, now's a good time to get ahead of it before the December rush hits.

What's one thing about your car you've been meaning to get checked? Tell us below. 👇

28/09/2026

September is almost done, and if your car has been on the back burner all month — now is the time.

We have same-day and next-day bookings available. Every service includes a full computer scan, photo report, safety inspection, and interior clean — that's standard with us, no matter what you book in for. You get a clear quote before we start, and no surprises when you pick up.

And if you need to leave the car with us, we've got free courtesy cars so you're never without wheels.

One message. Done.

What's been nagging you about your car? Tell us below or send us a DM — let's get it sorted before October. 👇

25/09/2026

Here's one for European car owners: your vehicle's service intervals and fluid specs are usually different from a standard Japanese or Korean car — and using the wrong oil or skipping an interval can cause real damage.

We specialise in European vehicles right here in Sandgate. We know the correct specs, we use the right fluids, and we follow the manufacturer's schedule properly. Your car gets treated the way it was designed to be treated.

And yes — having your service done with us keeps your manufacturer's warranty intact. Australian consumer law protects your right to use an independent mechanic. We've also got free courtesy cars if you need one while yours is in.

Drive a BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen, Volvo, or another European brand? Send us a message — we'd love to look after it. 👇

September is the sweet spot — not too hot, not too cold, and the roads are drying out after winter.It's also the best ti...
23/09/2026

September is the sweet spot — not too hot, not too cold, and the roads are drying out after winter.

It's also the best time to get on top of your car before summer school holidays, road trips, and the Christmas rush. We've still got great availability right now, but it fills up fast once spring really gets going.

Every service with us comes with a full computer diagnostic scan, photo report, safety inspection, and interior clean — as standard. No extras, no surprises. And if you need to leave the car with us, we've got free courtesy cars so you're never without wheels.

Want to lock in a spot before the spring rush? Send us a message and we'll sort it out. 👇

Address

75 Kempster Street
Sandgate, QLD
4017

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm

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