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The Engine Room Automotive ‘The Engine Room Automotive’ is a small company where we service and repair all makes of cars, Lately working in a sales role for Audi/VW.

‘The Engine Room Automotive’ is a small company where we service and repair all makes of cars, with an emphasis on European and Classic vehicles. Richard Dann (owner/operator) has 30 years experience in the automotive industry. Starting as an apprentice mechanic working through to A grade level; then traveling and working overseas for a period of time. Gaining valuable experience over the years with many European brands before moving onto a Service Management role with BMW for ten years. Now forming our own company where we believe in quality workmanship and good old fashion service, where ‘Experience makes the difference’. We look forward to assisting with your vehicle requirements

Peter competed at the Te Onepu Road Hillclimb a couple of weeks ago, taking 2nd in his class and 6th overall. Great to s...
27/10/2026

Peter competed at the Te Onepu Road Hillclimb a couple of weeks ago, taking 2nd in his class and 6th overall. Great to see him back racing after coming out of retirement!

Thomas competing at Hawke’s Bays Mokamoka Rd gravel sprint last weekend. He was 2nd in his class and 12th overall.
09/10/2026

Thomas competing at Hawke’s Bays Mokamoka Rd gravel sprint last weekend. He was 2nd in his class and 12th overall.

Richard, Cam and Thomas out racing at Mini Pikes Peak Hillclimb last weekend.
16/09/2026

Richard, Cam and Thomas out racing at Mini Pikes Peak Hillclimb last weekend.

1993 Ferrari 348 TS - painted in ‘Engine Room Red’…
03/09/2026

1993 Ferrari 348 TS - painted in ‘Engine Room Red’…

Time Controlling at Taumaranui Rally this weekend.
09/08/2026

Time Controlling at Taumaranui Rally this weekend.

Thomas out competing at Wairongomai Road Gravel Sprint a couple weeks ago. He got 3rd in his class and 7th overall
02/08/2026

Thomas out competing at Wairongomai Road Gravel Sprint a couple weeks ago. He got 3rd in his class and 7th overall

Monday Blues
23/03/2026

Monday Blues

A couple of Italian beauties 🇮🇹
19/03/2026

A couple of Italian beauties 🇮🇹

1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
29/01/2026

1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Which M3 are you taking?
21/01/2026

Which M3 are you taking?

Address

16 Maire Street
Palmerston North
4410

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+6463576356

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