The following list of service providers is the result a poll conducted on this Forum to establish the need for this information. Please feel free to ad to the list the details of any provider that you have personally found to provide satisfactory service.
General Mechanical
Post by Gary687 >
As a newbie to this forum but an owner of 2 Alfa's, can I thoroughly recommend Automotion (www.automotion.com.au) in Albion. They have worked on both my cars (and shall continue to do so) as the combined knowedge and experience of Chris and Cameron is exceptional. The quality of their work and friendly nature means I shall not be going anywhere else for any of my Alfa needs. Check out their website and you'll see their heritage and see whay they're as good as they are.
Cheers
Gary
Post by OzMidnight >
Re: Ron and Bruce at Leda. For me personally, he has made vernier cam pulleys, machined throttle bodies, made an intake manifold to fit bike carbs to my Suzuki road car, along with one or two other things. Bruce set up the negative camber and wheel alignment on my Suzuki, as well.
Ron also made the CAMS-approved rollcage for a friend's car, with Bruce custom making most of the suspension (how often do you see an AWD, turbo Mighty Boy?).
Racing Suspension
Leda Suspension, operator , Bruce Dalziel
Unit 5, Cnr Johnstone Rd & Belconnen Crs
Brendale
QLD, 4500
Contact Details
Ph:(07) 3205 3165
email : ron_pomm@hotmail.com
Comment : These guys know front and rear wheel drive Alfas. They prepare race car suspensions from scratch if necessary. Can make specialty items such as caliper brackets, control arm mods, machine up special parts if needed. Ron & Bruce are inventive guys and very pleasant colaborators in your project.
Specialty Engineering
Designs & Solutions P/L
Contact : Daniel Kirk
Phone : 3255 6760
Mobile : 0407 112 715
email :designs@ecoms.com
Comment: Daniel has a passion for Alfas. Has a 116 GTV6 race car in progress. Qualified engineer. He will use your design or design the part you need for a modification you have in mind. Can usually fabricate the same parts also. Racing modifications to : brake & clutch conversions (including ratio and hydraulic redesign), pedal boxes, transaxle gear shift redesigns, V6 induction and exhaust system designs. Discuss your project to see where he could help you.
Trimmer
Bulldog Trimming, operator : David Barnes
7a Tina Street,Beaudesert, QLD 4285
Phone : (07) 5541 2661
If you need an automotive upholsterer who can remake the complete interiors for your restoration project in any materials of your choice, David is your guy. Got the patience of a saint and finishing skills to match. About an hour south from the Brisbane CBD.
Roll Cage Builder
S.L.Race Fabrications, operator,Scott Leo.
Unit 1/24 Tradelink Road, Browns Plains.
Phone 3800 8495
Have seen cages made by Scott for various customers. Very professional job. He will also do bends for a nominal charge if you want to build your own.
Post by camwright >
the best guy to contact for cams approved rollcages is bruce dummit of nambour radiators. he is always doing runs to brisbane with his tilt tray so he can pick up your car most weeks and he does an expert job. fully welded and approved. very experienced racer himself so he knows what he is doing and the best thing is, he is way cheaper than other so called experts. i'll get back to you later with a phone number.
p.s. recently did a gtv6 for us.
Post by OzMidnight >
Also did a friend's Datsun 1600 and did a nice job at a rather surprising price!
Engine Component Balancing
See Rod Farrell. 77 Sterculia Av. Holland Park Tel 3349 8818 Mob.0413 614 592. Rod will balance your crankshaft, flywheel, front pulley, pistons and pins, rods to perfection.
Guy's, a great info for someone who is looking to rebuild a 67 step fronted GT veloce. I was wondering if anyone could offer up any body shops that are worth contacting?
Gaz
Any ideas for a mechanic on the Gold Coast for classic alfas?
I know of Revolution, any others?
Thanks in advance!
Hi yáll
I keep hearing about Gary Stewart in Algester, a carby wiz apparently. Has anyone got contact details and location for him?
bowds116
Sorry to say your info is not correct and he doesn't really work on Alfas unless it is under duress. His engineering prowess relates to making MX-5's go quick and they are all injected.
You might try Jim Milliner at Smart Automotive at Stafford. If he's in a good mood, he'll look after you. :D
Steve, AROCA club member Julian Lord is also very good with Alfa carbs (rebuilding, balancing, tuning). He works during the day but tinkers with a few Alfas on weekends. 38866433. Long way from your place though, as he's over near Lakeside.
Stop sending people to Jim MD... I'm being very patient....
Steve, just watch out you don't go in there wanting your carbs sorted and come out with Motec :)
Yeah I think I know what you mean. He loves Motec gear and who could blame him?
Where there is a waiting que to get work done, there are usually good reasons. High expectations and too few hands would sum it up. I have been part of that backlog and it's frustrating but the end result has always been worthwhile. I bet London-to-a-brick that Vin Sharp wishes he had 6 more pairs of hands sometimes.(..er name used under poetic license,Vin :))
Anyhow, the topic is carburettors and Jim (amongst others)can do the job well. He might joke with you and suggest swapping that boat anchor Alfa engine for a Nissan motor but he will do a good job nevertheless. He can't help himself. He is a racer himself :)
Yes, you do know what I mean. Agree with all of that....
As some of us have older alfas that shall we say, are a little metal deficient in some places, can anyone suggest a good place for rust repairs/panel fabrication in Brisbane???
Hi MD...Gary Stewart is indeed a carby wizard, as well as EFI. He cured a long ailing Quadrajet on my 164kW atw cruiser VH 253 and also jetted and tuned the Yamaha R1 carbs on my Suzuki GTi (he worked on Suzuki engines even before the MX5's!). However, he tends to do word of mouth stuff these days, as far as I know, as well as specialised stuff like engine and piston design for some of the sports car racers, such as Grant Watson.
WhiteAlfa (is that you, Jamie?), have you tried doing a google of places near you and the checked for reviews on them? You might be able to find a gem near you that way.
Ron Pomerell is no longer doing bar work and such for cars and he is easing out of work altogether, heading for retirement.
He did a lot of work on the Bob Whitehouse cars that I know of and was also helpful in sorting stuff out for the Brick. Shame to see him go but that scene is about to be repeated all over Australia when the Baby Boomers head for the hills.
Hi anybody know a good mechanic on the Gold Coast or Byron Bay? My daughter's 2004 147 Twin Spark broke down last night - the mechanic that it was towed to in Byron thinks its the timing belt but he can't fix it.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Occasionally I get asked if I know any carburettor tuners in Brisbane. The answer is yes.
Gary Stewart from GSL Engineering Services @ Learoyd Road, Acacia Ridge, 3273 3164
Gary has a chassis dyno and will tune your carburetted race car only with this proviso:-
The entire car is well maintained and in a fit condition to have a dyno workout. Everything on it works and all it needs is a tune up. It is not a street vehicle for everyday use.
He does not do any maintenance or other general repairs to get it to that stage. You will need to see your regular mechanic to do that if the car requires it.
He does not tune racing motorcycles.
If you want a personal endorsement, Gary tunes my race cars and does a great job.
Guys
If you are on the GC.. try Phil at Maranello Autos for mechanical, restoration, servicing and a bit of tuning. He also sells private collectors cars on consignment as a favour to his diverse client base.
Always approachable, he comes from a great mechanical pedigree, with his shop located at the back of Burleigh Heads
http://maranelloautos.com.au/
Humphrey motors toowoomba.
They use to be the Alfa Romeo dealer in toowoomba. still well known for Alfa Romeo servicing, carby and efi tune ups . rebuilds engine and transaxle's. auto electrical repairs too. mobile service as well
Bruce humphrey
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Just throwing another vote behind Automotion at Enoggera. I take the Maserati, 166 and 33 to Cam and Dan and can recommend them for anyone.
Hi Guys,
I'm new to this forum, but on my 3rd Alfa now. I'm also on the Gold Coast and want to know why people seem to shy away from Revolution...to me they seem expensive but from Maronello's website I'd have thought they would be more so... I've been living in South Africa and could get my 156 services well by and great Alfa shop for $120 so to hear Revolution does a service for $360 was a shock, but they quoted me $1100 for timing belt. Are they ok?
Cheers
Is Avanti Spares still in existance?
Absolutely.
Talked to Richard yesterday about some parts.
Fair enough, does he answer his phone on thursdays?
Ah, I see your problem.
Direct answer to your question : I don't know.
What I do know is that he doesn't keep standard business hours being semi retired. Try him between 10:30 AM and 2:30 PM he is usually there.
But definitely still running the business even if it is a little layback. ;D
It's unfortunate - If I can't raise him today, I won't be able to have parts for the weekend, so I'll probably just wind up putting through an order with one of the UK suppliers and have the parts monday/tuesday anyway... And ordering from interstate in the past has shown me it's somtimes faster to order from the UK.
I've been trying him roughly every 20 minutes since 10am...
Ok to answer my own question I visited Both Revolution autos at Southport and Maranello autos at Burliegh heads... here is my results
Revolution: in my opinion...they are full of themselves... I'm an engineer and he wouldn't listen to what I was saying...I have an issue with my selespeed selector but he tried to tell me it was the pump or the Actuator... so no
Maranello, I put the care in to get lower control arms and a window rewinder... I found the parts...and he's still got the car, hasn't started the work... if you drive an Alfa you are second priority to Farrari owners...he's had the parts for 2 days and hasn't started the work.
So please... is there a good Alfa workshop in Brisbane? I'll drive there before using these GC guys.
I've been very happy with Richard at Avanti spares (northgate) - not 100% sure how much he does on newer Alfa stuff. Haven't been to automotion yet, but have only heard great things (enoggera) and my understanding from what I've heard/read is that automotion is THE place to go.
Gazman,
The club sponsors are our recommended Alfa mechanics. Have a look on the AROCA Qld website, or if you've joined the club check our your club magazine. Neither of the workshops you mention have anything to do with the Alfa club.
I personally use Automotion at Enoggera for my road-going Alfa and my two racing Alfas. Cameron Wright at Automotion is very experienced with Selespeed boxes and should be able to diagnose your issue.
Ferris Lee at Quattromotive also has diagnostic equipment for Selespeeds and is a very experienced Alfa mechanic.
Contact details for both workshops are on the AROCA Qld website.
There are several other club sponsor workshops to choose from but I can offer a personal recommendation for these two guys.
Cheers,
Brent Hampstead (AROCA Qld President)
Thanks Brent
Can personally vouch for Ferris at Quattromotive
He is very thorough and I have been very happy with the work he has done for me.
He is a bit of a Selespeed wiz too.
Alex
I am still looking for an alfa specialist n North QLD
Specifically Townsville
TIA
Well, I've just had a great day with Chris and Peter at CL Body works and Automotive at Bowen Hills, these guys know there stuff and are super helpful and well priced... So I just have to drive to Brisbane everytime...
Yep, I'll vouch for them (cl body works) - haven't had work done by them, but they've sourced me some rare parts and gone out if their way to help with post/photos etc.
Hey 105 Molar,
I used to use Sal Mineo in Townsville. He put a 3L in my GTV6 but that's going back nearly 10 years now. I'm not sure if he's still working. Also there was a place in Rendle street called Len Ellis motors that used to look after my 105 and 116 Alfas.
I'm not sure if either are still operating.
Dan
Hey Barts,
It was great to see (and hear) your old GTV6 flying around QR again last Saturday. It has a lovely note.
Cheers,
Brent
gazman65,
sorry i didnt actually see this thread before. I too have a lot of trouble finding alfa service on the gold coast. as it seems no one wants to touch it because they say it is too complicated and it is due to give other problems while fixing an issue.
Have had lots of trouble with "revolution automotive" documented here on the forum:
http://www.alfaclubvic.org.au/forum/index.php/topic,10929.msg67310.html (http://www.alfaclubvic.org.au/forum/index.php/topic,10929.msg67310.html)
http://www.alfaclubvic.org.au/forum/index.php/topic,11037.msg68010.html (http://www.alfaclubvic.org.au/forum/index.php/topic,11037.msg68010.html)
thinking in giving C.L.(before your post i thought they were only a classic alfa workshop), Quattomotive(as hammer said they have selespeed diagnostics) or Automotion(which i heard has lots of experience on selespeeds) a try with the issues on my 156 Selespeed.
if any of them fixes my problem, it would be worthwhile.
Quote from: gazman65 on June 11, 2014, 07:46:56 PM
Well, I've just had a great day with Chris and Peter at CL Body works and Automotive at Bowen Hills, these guys know there stuff and are super helpful and well priced... So I just have to drive to Brisbane everytime...
Anyone got info on Alfa mechanics in the far north of Queensland I'm in innisfail one hour south of cairns.
I have a great mechanic here in innisfail but I'm not sure he is an Alfa guy, I used him on my jap runaround bunt not sure if he up with Alfas
"great mechanics" work on any cars save for a factory trained dedicated Alfa mechanic who is unlikely to be available in your locality. Unless he has admitted that he doesn't know how to work on Alfas, have a little faith and give him a chance. Country mechanics can be really well rounded talented people having to service cars, trucks, tractors, motor bikes, mowers -the list is endless.
It may cost you a little more in time for the guy to get familiar with the engineering and procedure but if he is an experienced person he should get better with regular work on your car. The inconvenience of having to travel much further afield will offset the charge.
Thanks MD. I will due in early January 2015 is it worthwhile buying diagnostic tools I have a manual now so can provide that to him. I also have laptop and am willing to purchase multi scan product, but am confused between alphdiag and multiscan software.
I think at this stage, it may be wise to have a frank and personal chat to your proposed mechanic and ask the hard questions like does he feel he could do your work given the necessary information ? Is the key problem a lack of diagnostic tools in his workshop? What (if any) key issues that are impediments?
If it is a lack of factory diagnostic equipment then you have to live with that and seek help elsewhere.
However, regular servicing of your vehicle to keep it running well and safe should not be reliant on diagnostics* and therefor your local mechanic could well take care of the bulk of your needs.
(*I am basing the above advice on general knowledge of "older" cars and not necessirilly on current gizmo equipped machinery so I stand to be corrected :) )
Hi everyone an addition to alpha service providers in Cairns I have found Sheridan Alfa. Long term Fiat and Alfa mechanic. I found out through another Alfa owner. Nice worshop all the tools and all the testing equipment.
Hi,
I read a previous post on this page about who does roll cages. From memory it was pretty dated- so does anyone know of anyone who currently does roll cages?
I want a good cage but dont want to pay performance shop prices as ive heard of cages being done anywhere from $1500-$7000.
I am after a full cage for my Alfa 75 thats just about ready for the track.
Also does anyone know the cams requirements as I occasionally want to put it in hillclimbs at Mt cotton , Grafton and Noosa but not sure if they have to be cams approved and log booked? Ive been along to a few events at Lakeside, ipswich and Morgan park and cages arent even required at the sprints and regularities so im not sure what I need to get.
Any feedback would be appreciated or if anyone has a bolt in cage lying around would be better!
Thanks guys,
Luke
If you are willing to do a drive up the highway I can suggest Peter at Independent Custom Fabrications in Nambour. He has done some great Alfa, Fiat etc roll cages.
https://www.facebook.com/IndyCustomFab/?fref=ts
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Actually Gympie Derek 2/12 Brisbane Rd Gympie(seems youve lost your monti location????lol)
Quote from: 17fitty on September 15, 2016, 03:09:21 PM
Actually Gympie Derek 2/12 Brisbane Rd Gympie(seems youve lost your monti location????lol)
I think I may have lost my mind as well...
BTW I am scheming for a visit soon too!
Hahaa Derek,
Getting light headed is one thing just don't lose the family jewels. They come in handy when it's up on two wheels and you need the extra bravado. ;D
Quote from: MD on September 15, 2016, 05:23:25 PM
Hahaa Derek,
Getting light headed is one thing just don't lose the family jewels. They come in handy when it's up on two wheels and you need the extra bravado. ;D
Ha! I'll try not to. I know what you mean though. I just watched the latest record run around the 'Ring by the new Giulia QV. That guy must need to strap his on with an extra seatbelt. Insane.
Anyway, back to rollcages... Carl, got a pic of that cage Pete did for your Alfetta?
no pics of my cage due to goddam phone.............anyway on Independant Custom Fab face book page you can see a bit of mine and another cage finished on the weekend and a bit of the process.
Peter (Custom Fab) built the cage in my Sprint. The workmanship is first rate and the price was very, very reasonable. Don't skimp on your roll cage. A good one will save your life. Cheers, Brent
Thanks guys will give him a call when I save up some coin. I did hear there was a track official or at Morgan park that did cages. . Peter. . I think. Anyone know the guy or how to contact him? Just wanna put the feelers out to check all options.
Also does the guy at Nambour radiators still do cages? He was recommended in this page a few years ago.
Thanks for the input.
Cheers,
Luke
Simmi- Petes number is on Dereks earlier post- also if you need lexan(polycarbonate)windows i do them(race plastics/alpha plastics) and in the same complex as Pete (Independant custom fab) and both alfa/fiat tragics--hope this helps
Ok, I thought someone said the official at Morgan park who does cages was from Warwick. I think we are taking about different Peters.
I found out the name of the guy who does cages in Warwick. His name is Peter Herlihen@ PJH motorsport in Warwick, does anyone know of his work or anyone had him build them a cage?
Wouldn't mind seeing some examples.
Cheers,
Luke
Hi Luke,
I sent you a PM regarding cages, just wondering if you received it.
I can send you some pics of cages I've done if you like, just let me know.
Cheers, Peter
Independent Custom Fabrication
Hey folks,
Wondering if anyone had any recommendations for service providers in Townsville? I'm embarassed to say my 916 GTV V6 has suffered a couple of years of neglect, but I'm in a position now where I can give her the TLC she needs and want to get her back on the road. Just want someone who actually knows the cars to work on her as I've had a bad experience in the past with mechanics who just haven't respected the car.
Cheers,
Rob
Re Gold Coast - been going to Revolution since moving to the Gold Coast in '08. (Also knew George by reputation from Canberra). They've worked on Alfa 147, Alfetta, 159 MTD, Fiat 20vt Coupe and Lamborghini Espada. Always exceptional.
Hi All,
I would like to ask fellow Alfa Romeo 4C owners in Brisbane to whom they take their car for service?
Especially as now comes the time when in the large service all chassis bolts have to be tightened.
Any recommendation for an excellent mechanic? Ferrari Brisbane where I normally would have gone to unfortunately stopped servicing Alfa Romeos.
And Melbourne head office doesn't care about customers in Queensland.
Thanks
Ciao
Marco
Quote from: malga on October 15, 2021, 03:52:14 PM
Hi All,
I would like to ask fellow Alfa Romeo 4C owners in Brisbane to whom they take their car for service?
Especially as now comes the time when in the large service all chassis bolts have to be tightened.
Any recommendation for an excellent mechanic? Ferrari Brisbane where I normally would have gone to unfortunately stopped servicing Alfa Romeos.
And Melbourne head office doesn't care about customers in Queensland.
Thanks
Ciao
Marco
I ended up taking the Stelvio to Noosaville, not that the experience there was that great or complete >:(
Will have to try Southport next year if nothing comes up locally.
But will be heading to https://www.automotion.com.au/ when the warranty is done with.
For some time now have had my 159 serviced by CL Bodyworks at Bowen Hills and have been entirely satisfied with their service after being left without dealer service when Euromarque ditched Alfa while still retaining Maserati.
Quote from: malga on October 15, 2021, 03:52:14 PM
Hi All,
I would like to ask fellow Alfa Romeo 4C owners in Brisbane to whom they take their car for service?
Especially as now comes the time when in the large service all chassis bolts have to be tightened.
Any recommendation for an excellent mechanic? Ferrari Brisbane where I normally would have gone to unfortunately stopped servicing Alfa Romeos.
And Melbourne head office doesn't care about customers in Queensland.
Thanks
Ciao
Marco
Hi Marco,
have you tried Automotion at Enogerra. We're an Alfa specialist and I have a few regular 4C's I look after.
Regards Ben
Just saw this on alfaromeo.com.au :o
No phone and couldn't find any other details anywhere else yet.
Sales and service at Indooroopilly, parts at Apsley
Brisbane Alfa Romeo
Level, 3, 332 Moggil Road Indooroopilly, QLD 4068
Monday
9:00AM - 5:30PM
Tuesday
9:00AM - 5:30PM
Wednesday
9:00AM - 5:30PM
Thursday
9:00AM - 5:30PM
Friday
9:00AM - 9:00PM
Saturday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday
Closed
1442 Gympie Road Aspley, QLD 4068
Monday
7:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday
7:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday
7:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday
7:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday
7:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Revolution at the Gold Coast has serviced our Alfa Romeo 147,156,159,Alfetta GTV, Fiat Coupe 20vt and Lamborgini Espada since 2008. Recently moved to Shed 2/5 Kamholtz Ct, Molendinar QLD 4214. Phone: (07) 5571 0800
Are there any recommendations for an auto electrician as my 78 Alfetta GTV needs urgent help. I live in Victoria Point south of Brisbane