Glen Eden's servicing & tuning specialist

Goodrunning.

For the school run. The long way home.
And everything your car does for you.

A little care.A lot of life left.

Independent. Glen Eden. Since 1987.European / Asian / AustralianScroll to get acquainted ↓

A proper local workshop

Cars change.
Good care doesn't.

Dave started DBR in his own garage, looking after everyday cars and rally cars. He's still here in Glen Eden, with 35+ years in the trade and a soft spot for getting things running right. From a regular service to fuel injection and tuning, give him a call and talk it through.

01 / Under the bonnet

Your car.
Our kind of work.

European, Asian or Australian.
Petrol or diesel. Let's work out
the right service for your car.

ServicingPetrol + diesel

15-point check
Basic service
Oil change service
Oil & brake service
10,000km service
Full service

All six options are available for petrol and diesel vehicles.
Not sure which one? Ask Dave

A /

Warrant of fitness

WOF coming up? Call the workshop to arrange a time.

B /

Fuel injection

One of Dave's specialities. Talk to him about how your car's running.

C /

Tuning

From rally-car beginnings to your everyday drive. Getting it running right matters.

High-quality parts and oils.
The right products for your vehicle.Penrite / Ryco

02 / A few miles together

Built here.
Still here.

From Dave's own garage in 1987 to West Coast Road today, with a lot of cars along the way.

1987

A garage. And a starting line.

Dave starts DBR in his own garage, servicing vehicles and rally cars. Everyday reliability meets a little competitive spirit.

1989

Into the township.

Dave buys out the workshop at the Glen Eden Mobil station. DBR has a new home in the neighbourhood.

2000

West Coast Road.

The workshop moves to 273B West Coast Road. It's been home ever since.

Today

Same Dave. Same care.

35+ years in the trade, specialising in fuel injection and servicing. Still looking after the cars that get Glen Eden going.

Warranty? We're approved.

DBR is an approved repairer for these warranty companies. Give us a call about your vehicle.

AutosureProvidentJansenProtecta

What the regulars say

Ask around
Glen Eden.

4.6

★★★★★
Read all 39 Google reviews

★★★★★
The well experienced owner Dave is the only one who works on your vehicle so you know you are getting the very best everytime. He has engine rebuilding knowhow from rallying and always has the best and most fair advice.
Steve M.Regular customer · Google review
★★★★★
Dave is an excellent mechanic, we've been taking our cars to him for 20 years, and we live in the other side of town.
Sandra v.Customer for 20 years · Google review
★★★★★
Have just had my wof done, needed a few repairs, excellent work done, good prices. Highly recommend this business. Very honest…
Karla H.WOF and repairs · Google review
★★★★★
I explained the problems via the phone to Dave and was surprised at the honesty level and free advice I received… the price from the original quote remained true and accurate and very fair (even cheap).
Lexie M.Diesel ute, first visit · Google review
★★★★★
This is the best workshop in Auckland and I have used Dave for many years - always the best service with the best value for money every time!
Dema S.Customer for many years · Google review
★★★★★
Always great service. Fitted me in at short notice which was great. I can always trust DBR Autocare.
Clarinda S.Regular customer · Google review

Reviews from Google, shown with first names only.

03 / Just down the road

Leave the car.
Catch the train.

273B West Coast Road
Glen Eden, Auckland 0602

At the western end of the township, just 200m from Glen Eden station and the bus stop.

Monday–Friday7am–6pm

Saturday8:30am–1:30pm

Sunday & public holidaysClosed

Drop off before work, collect after.

Get directions

Location illustration · not to scale

Here's to the next few miles.

Need a service? Let's get you sorted.

09 818 2908