Puhoi Motors

05/10/2026

We want safe cars on the road - we follow the NZTA requirements manual.

https://vehicleinspection.nzta.govt.nz/

Everything we do is making sure your car meets these standard. This is a legal requirement, you might not agree but we dont have a choice but to follow them.

Telling us " its all good " when its not, wont make your car pass.

My kids are in this community - I want a safe roads.

On 1 November 2026, changes to warrant of fitness (WoF) and certificate of fitness (CoF A) frequency and inspections will come into effect.

14/09/2026

This is our first hire trailer available 🥳.

Firstly its ONLY for customers / locals.

If you have had a service and wof at our little workshop within the last 12 months , the first day is free. Otherwise fees & bond apply. Call us to find out more and availability 09-422 077

09/09/2026

This is Owen.
Owen started his 1st day in the workshop today.
Zero experience, no bad habits.
We will teach him everything.
Praying Owen has brightest mechanical future ahead 💪

22/08/2026

Morning and happy sunday.

Would it be beneficial to the community if we had a little equipment hire for locals?

1.8 ton digger, caged trailer, car trailer etc?
Thanks for any feedback back - Pablo

18/08/2026

Your small local workshop. Servicing, WOF, all mechanical work.

17/08/2026

NEW and OLD
We can service your bmw X series or set points in your 60s morris Minor. We can do it all here at Puhoi Motors.
BEST workshop in the whole village.

02/08/2026

Hi Puhoi! 👋

The keys have officially been handed over, and we’re excited to introduce ourselves as the new owners of Puhoi River Motors! 🚗🔧

Pablo and Alice Rabe, we’re a busy family of five. Who have previously owned community workshops on the North Shore.

Being able to take over such a well-loved local workshop is a real privilege.

We would like to thank Russell for his 25+ years of hard work and dedication to the community. He has built something special, and we’re honoured to carry it forward. We wish him all the very best in this next chapter.

Our goal is simple—to continue providing friendly, honest, reliable service for the people of Puhoi and the surrounding communities. Whether you’re in for a WOF, a service, repairs, or just have a question about your vehicle, we’re here to help.

Puhoi Motors
THE BEST WORKSHOP IN TOWN!

If you’d like to get in touch:
📞 021 505 253
📧 [email protected]

26/07/2026

Thank you all for the lovely comments, I appreciate them.
Further to my post the workshop will continue on from the 3rd July - run by a local- Pablo Rabe. Pablo and Alice got married in Puhoi in 2014 and have lived here , on and off, since 2013 , permanently since 2022. Pablo owns and runs slowwater classics, with 4 mechanics doing chassis repairs, sandblasting, rust repairs and restorations- you can contact him on 021505253 or [email protected]
I will still be here (for a while )doing WOF’s on Thursdays and Fridays- please ring to book in.
All the best, Russell

18/07/2026

Hi Puhoi- the rumours are true- Puhoi River Motors and 1 Ahuroa Rd have been sold- my last day is 31 July. There was no good time or way to do it- after 25.5 years I just had to call time. So thank you to the locals and customers that have supported me, I truly appreciated your business through my Capricorn years - as I spent lots of time away from the workshop, to multiple times where I was missing in action due to fire call-outs - you have been most loyal. Thank you to the many I have become friends with. I will continue to live in Puhoi so I might see you around. All the very best and Thank you.
Russell

29/11/2025

Thanks Liz, much appreciated

There’s a chance to stop and literally smell the roses in Puhoi this weekend, when Ahuroa Road resident Liz McLaren hosts her annual open garden ramble to raise funds for the Puhoi Volunteer Fire Brigade on Sunday, November 30. The gates at 198 Ahuroa Road open at 1.30pm and entry costs $10 for adults and a gold coin for children – cash only. Read more: https://www.localmatters.co.nz/entertainment-news/visit-puhoi-to-smell-the-roses-and-support-the-firies/