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Sergio Automotive - Bairnsdale Mechanic Qualified German mechanic, specialising in European cars. Guaranteed honest and professional work w

A local mechanic with over 15 years of experience servicing and repairing European cars. Offering all minor and major servicing, repairs and diagnostics. When you leave you will feel confident that your car is in the right hands.

21/10/2026

πŸ”§ Volkswagen Amarok V6 – Coolant Fl**ge Replacement

What looked like a simple job turned into a much bigger mission!

This Volkswagen Amarok came into Sergio Automotive for coolant fl**ge replacement on both sides of the engine. Due to the limited access, we had to remove the engine mounts and surrounding components to reach the parts properly.

βœ… Removed the necessary components for access
βœ… Thoroughly cleaned the sealing surfaces before fitting the new parts
βœ… Fitted genuine Volkswagen parts
βœ… Refilled and bled the cooling system correctly
βœ… Test drove the vehicle and checked everything – all good!

Modern vehicles can turn what looks like a straightforward repair into a time-consuming job. Getting it done properly means taking the time to access everything correctly, prepare the surfaces and use quality parts to ensure a reliable repair.

At Sergio Automotive, Bairnsdale, we take pride in doing the job right and using genuine parts to keep your vehicle running at its best. πŸš—

πŸ“ Your local specialist for European vehicle servicing, repairs and diagnostics in Bairnsdale and East Gippsland.

20/10/2026

πŸš— Audi SQ5 – Major Logbook Service & Comprehensive Vehicle Check

Today at Sergio Automotive Bairnsdale, we had an Audi SQ5 in the workshop for a major logbook service and comprehensive vehicle health check.

Our inspection included:

πŸ”§ Major logbook service
πŸ”§ Engine oil and filter replacement
πŸ”§ Suspension and steering check
πŸ”§ Brake condition inspection
πŸ”§ Drive belt inspection
πŸ”§ Engine oil leak inspection
πŸ”§ Differential inspection
πŸ”§ Transmission check
πŸ”§ Tyre condition and wear check
πŸ”§ Full diagnostic scan

At Sergio Automotive, we take the time to service and inspect your vehicle thoroughly, helping identify potential issues before they become costly repairs.

We specialise in European vehicle servicing, diagnostics and repairs, using quality parts and premium oils to help keep your vehicle running at its best.

πŸ“ Sergio Automotive – Bairnsdale, East Gippsland
πŸ”© Your local European car specialist.

20/10/2026

πŸš— BMW 420i – Coolant Leak Inspection & Comprehensive Vehicle Check

Today at Sergio Automotive Bairnsdale, we had a BMW 420i in the workshop for a coolant leak inspection and a comprehensive vehicle health check.

Our inspection included:

πŸ”§ Coolant leak inspection
πŸ”§ Suspension and steering check
πŸ”§ Brake condition inspection
πŸ”§ Drive belt inspection
πŸ”§ Engine oil leak inspection
πŸ”§ Differential inspection
πŸ”§ Transmission check
πŸ”§ Tyre condition and wear check
πŸ”§ Full diagnostic scan

At Sergio Automotive, we take the time to check your vehicle thoroughly to help identify potential issues before they become costly repairs.

We specialise in European vehicle servicing, diagnostics and repairs, using quality parts and premium oils to help keep your vehicle running at its best.

πŸ“ Sergio Automotive – Bairnsdale, East Gippsland
πŸ”© Your local European car specialist.

15/10/2026

πŸ”§ BMW X1 2020 – Transmission Service & Maintenance πŸš—

Today at Sergio Automotive Bairnsdale, this BMW X1 came in for a comprehensive service and maintenance work.

βœ… Transmission service – including electronic basic settings for the new transmission oil and clutch adaptation.

βœ… Front & rear brakes – replacement of brake pads and discs, including attention to the brake wear indicators.

βœ… Spark plug replacement – helping maintain smooth engine performance and reliability.

At Sergio Automotive, we use quality parts and premium oils to help keep your European vehicle performing at its best. With modern BMW technology, the correct procedures, diagnostic equipment and electronic adaptations are essential for proper servicing.

πŸ“ Sergio Automotive – Bairnsdale, East Gippsland, Victoria
Your local specialist for European car servicing, diagnostics and repairs.

15/10/2026

πŸ”§ Audi A1 – 120,000 km Logbook Service πŸš—

Today at Sergio Automotive Bairnsdale, this Audi A1 came in for its 120,000 km factory logbook service.

βœ… Factory-scheduled maintenance
βœ… Vehicle inspection and safety checks
βœ… Quality oil and filters
βœ… Checking for potential issues to help keep your Audi running smoothly and reliably

At Sergio Automotive, we specialise in European vehicles and take pride in using quality parts and premium oils to keep your car performing at its best.

πŸ“ Sergio Automotive – Bairnsdale, East Gippsland, Victoria

Your local specialist for Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen and other European vehicles.

14/10/2026

πŸš— Audi Q3 – Engine Warning Light & Limp Mode Diagnosis

Today at Sergio Automotive Bairnsdale, this Audi Q3 came in with the engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle going into limp mode, resulting in reduced engine power.

πŸ”§ Our diagnostic findings:

After carrying out diagnostic checks, we found that the turbocharger actuator was sticking due to carbon build-up, affecting its movement and operation.

When the turbo actuator cannot move freely, it can affect boost pressure control and cause the engine management system to limit power.

βœ… Diagnosed the cause of the engine warning light
βœ… Identified a sticking turbocharger actuator
βœ… Found carbon build-up affecting actuator movement
βœ… Investigated the cause of the limp mode condition

At Sergio Automotive, we specialise in European vehicle diagnostics, servicing and repairs. We use the right diagnostic equipment and technical knowledge to find the cause of a problem and help our customers avoid unnecessary repairs.

πŸ“ Sergio Automotive – Bairnsdale, East Gippsland, Victoria

Looking for an Audi specialist or a qualified mechanic in Bairnsdale? Contact us today!

13/10/2026

πŸš— Audi S3 – Logbook Service & Vehicle Check

Today at Sergio Automotive Bairnsdale, this Audi S3 came in for its scheduled logbook service and vehicle check.

πŸ”§ Regular servicing is essential to keep your Audi performing at its best. We carry out servicing to the manufacturer’s specifications and check the vehicle for any potential issues.

βœ… Completed the logbook service
βœ… Carried out a vehicle health check
βœ… Checked key components for wear and potential issues
βœ… Used quality oils and parts suited to the vehicle

At Sergio Automotive, we specialise in European and prestige vehicles, providing professional servicing, diagnostics and repairs to help keep your car running smoothly and reliably.

πŸ“ Sergio Automotive – Bairnsdale, East Gippsland, Victoria

13/10/2026

πŸš— BMW Z4 – Logbook Service & Vehicle Check

Today at Sergio Automotive Bairnsdale, this BMW Z4 came in for its scheduled logbook service and a complete vehicle check.

πŸ”§ During the inspection, we found a few small issues that needed attention. Overall, however, it was a clean and well-maintained vehicle, ready for the warmer months ahead.

βœ… Completed the logbook service
βœ… Carried out a thorough vehicle check
βœ… Identified a few minor issues
βœ… Ensured the vehicle was ready for summer driving

At Sergio Automotive, we take care of the details to help keep your vehicle safe, reliable and running at its best. We specialise in European vehicles and use quality parts and oils suited to your car.

πŸ“ Sergio Automotive – Bairnsdale, East Gippsland

13/10/2026

πŸš— BMW X5 – Vehicle Check & Engine Oil Level Correction

Today at Sergio Automotive Bairnsdale, this BMW X5 came in for a vehicle check and engine oil level correction.

πŸ”§ Modern BMW models use electronic oil level monitoring, making it important to ensure the engine oil level is correct. During our inspection, we discovered that the engine oil was overfilled, and the vehicle indicated that the oil level needed to be reduced.

βœ… Corrected the engine oil level
βœ… Checked the vehicle’s oil level monitoring system
βœ… Completed the vehicle check
βœ… Cleaned up and made sure everything was sorted before finishing the job

Too much engine oil can be just as harmful as too little! Always make sure your engine oil level is within the manufacturer’s specifications.

At Sergio Automotive, we take care of the details to help keep your vehicle running at its best. We specialise in European vehicles and use quality parts and oils suited to your car.

πŸ“ Sergio Automotive – Bairnsdale, East Gippsland

08/10/2026

BMW 320i – Misfire & Limp Mode Diagnostic πŸ”§

Today we had a BMW 320i come into Sergio Automotive with a serious misfire only under full load and the vehicle going into limp-home mode, resulting in a major loss of power.

We carried out a full diagnostic inspection, including:
πŸ”§ Checking all spark plugs
πŸ”§ Testing the ignition coil packs
πŸ”§ Compression testing
πŸ”§ Further inspection of the ignition system

After checking everything closely, we found one faulty spark plug causing the misfire and triggering the vehicle to go into limp mode.

A proper diagnostic process is important β€” rather than simply replacing parts, we test the system step by step to find the actual cause of the problem.

Sergio Automotive – Bairnsdale
European & German vehicle specialists
BMW diagnostics, servicing & repairs
Qualified technicians
Quality parts and professional workmanship

Address

21 Campbells Drive
Bairnsdale, VIC
3875

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+61498003550

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