Mechanic and roadworthy testing near Sunshine
P&J Automotive, 24 Harvester Ave, Sunshine North VIC 3020. Servicing, repairs and roadworthy testing for Sunshine 3020 drivers, about 3 km from Sunshine station.
How far is P&J Automotive from Sunshine?
P&J Automotive is in Sunshine North, the suburb immediately north of Sunshine and in the same 3020 postcode. The workshop at 24 Harvester Ave is about 3 km in a straight line from Sunshine station. From central Sunshine, head north on Anderson Road, cross Ballarat Road where it becomes McIntyre Road, and continue into Sunshine North.
Getting to the workshop from Sunshine
- By car: Take Anderson Road north from central Sunshine. At Ballarat Road, continue straight ahead onto McIntyre Road (Metro Route 41) into Sunshine North; Harvester Ave is off this part of McIntyre Road.
- By bus: The nearest stop to the workshop is Cromer Ave/McIntyre Rd, roughly 350 m away. Use the PTV journey planner for current routes from Sunshine station.
- Leaving your car: We're open Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm. Tell us when you book if you need to drop off at opening time.
Servicing and repairs for Sunshine drivers
Sunshine and Sunshine North sit either side of Ballarat Road, so the workshop is close enough to drop your car off and still be near home, the Hampshire Road shops or Sunshine station. Scheduled logbook servicing, brakes, diagnostics and engine work are all done on site at Harvester Ave.
Roadworthy certificates for cars sold in Sunshine
If you’re selling a registered vehicle in Victoria, the buyer will usually need a current roadworthy certificate to transfer the registration. Because we’re both a mechanical workshop and a Licensed Vehicle Tester, a car that fails on, say, worn brake pads or a blown bulb can be repaired and re-checked in the same place.
Services for Sunshine drivers
Servicing & inspections
- Roadworthy testingNew New. Licensed Vehicle Tester for light vehicles and LPG — for selling, re-registering or clearing a defect notice.
- Full car service Oil and filter, fluids, brakes, tyres, battery and safety checks, with a clear report on what's due next.
- Logbook service Serviced to your manufacturer's schedule and stamped in your logbook — without the dealer.
- Vehicle inspection Know a car's real mechanical condition before you buy it — beyond what a roadworthy covers.
Engine & drivetrain
- Engine diagnostics Fault codes read, then tested properly — so you pay for the actual fix, not guesses.
- Engine repairs From oil leaks and overheating to major internal faults, with honest repair-or-replace advice.
- Head gasket replacement Coolant loss, white smoke or overheating tested properly, and gaskets replaced to spec.
- Timing belt & chain Belts replaced on schedule; chain rattles diagnosed before they become an engine failure.
- Fuel system repairs Hard starts, hesitation and high fuel use traced to pumps, filters, injectors or sensors.
- Transmission repair Slipping, harsh shifts or clutch trouble diagnosed for automatics and manuals.
Brakes, tyres & steering
- Brake service Pads, discs, fluid and hydraulics checked and repaired so your car stops straight and safely.
- Tyre service Tread and damage checks, rotation and replacement — and the cause of uneven wear found.
- Suspension & steering Clunks, wandering steering and bouncy rides fixed — shocks, joints, bushes and steering parts.
Electrical & emissions
What customers say
Reviews from P&J Automotive customers, straight from our Google Business Profile.
Sunshine questions
Is P&J Automotive in Sunshine?
We're in Sunshine North, at 24 Harvester Ave, Sunshine North VIC 3020. Sunshine North is the suburb directly north of Sunshine across Ballarat Road, and both share the 3020 postcode.
What's the quickest way from Sunshine to the workshop?
Anderson Road north from Sunshine becomes McIntyre Road once you cross Ballarat Road. Stay on McIntyre Road into Sunshine North. The Ballarat Road intersection is busy at peak times, so allow a few extra minutes.
I'm selling my car in Sunshine. Can you do the roadworthy?
Yes. We're a Licensed Vehicle Tester for light vehicles and LPG-fuelled vehicles. If the car passes, you get a certificate that is current for 30 days. If it doesn't, you get a report of what to fix and have 14 days to fix it and have it re-checked.
Book your car in
Call 0425 322 477 or send a booking request and we'll confirm a time.