Mechanic in Chandler — Land Rover, Jaguar & European Car Specialists

Chandler drivers trust SemCar Automotive Group with their Land Rover, Jaguar, BMW, Audi and everyday family vehicles. Our fully-equipped Capalaba workshop is a straightforward 12-minute drive down Old Cleveland Road — bringing dealer-level servicing, factory-grade diagnostics and genuine European parts right to your side of Brisbane.
5.0★ on Google (64 reviews) · Free courtesy car · 15+ years European specialist · Log-book warranty safe

Chandler’s Choice for Honest, Expert Car Servicing

Chandler is a suburb that takes pride in its vehicles — the wide streets around the Sleeman Sports Complex are full of well-kept European and prestige cars. SemCar Automotive Group is the workshop those drivers choose when they want a mechanic who genuinely understands what’s under the bonnet. We don’t guess, we diagnose — using the same factory scan tools the dealerships use, at a fraction of the price. One fixed quote before we start. One team that sees the job through.

Free courtesy car with your booking!

Don’t let your car’s service day disrupt your schedule. We provide a complimentary courtesy car so Chandler customers can carry on with their day while we take care of the repairs. Ask about availability when booking.

European Vehicle Specialists Serving Chandler

Chandler’s tree-lined streets are home to some of Brisbane East’s finest European vehicles. We’ve serviced Range Rovers, Jaguars, BMWs and Audis from Chandler for years — and our technicians treat every one as if it’s their own. With 15+ years of hands-on European specialist experience and factory-compliant tooling, we deliver the kind of care that keeps prestige vehicles performing at their best.

Land Rover & Range Rover

Discovery, Defender, Velar, Evoque and full-size Range Rover. Air suspension, transfer case, DPF and timing chain — all resolved with JLR-specific tooling, no dealer mark-up.

Jaguar

XE, XF, F-PACE, E-PACE and I-PACE. Full log-book servicing, electrical fault diagnosis and major mechanical repairs — handled by Jaguar-trained technicians who get it right first time.

BMW, Audi, Mercedes & More

All major European marques serviced using ODIS, ISTA and Xentry. Factory service intervals honoured, genuine or OEM-equivalent parts fitted, new-car warranty fully protected under Australian Consumer Law.

Full Mechanical Services for Chandler Vehicles

From the daily commuter to the weekend Range Rover, every vehicle that rolls into our Capalaba workshop gets the same thorough, professional care.
  • Logbook Servicing — factory schedule followed, log stamped, warranty protected
  • Brake & Clutch Repair — discs, pads, calipers, master cylinders, full clutch kits
  • Engine Diagnostics & Repair — fault-code reading, root-cause repair, not just resets
  • Transmission Service — automatic, DSG, CVT and manual gearboxes
  • Air Conditioning Service — re-gas, leak detection, R1234yf and R134a systems
  • Auto Electrical & Battery Coding — IBS registration, alternator, wiring faults
  • Pre-Purchase Inspections — thorough 60-minute assessment, European specialists
  • Queensland Safety Certificates — roadworthies issued, most vehicles same-day

Why Chandler Drivers Choose SemCar

15+ Years European Specialist

Dedicated European specialists — not a generalist garage that services Euros as a sideline.

5.0★ Google Rating

64 five-star reviews from Brisbane East locals. The highest-rated independent mechanic in the Redlands area.

Factory Diagnostic Tools

JLR SDD, ODIS, ISTA, Xentry. We find and fix what most local mechanics can’t even read.

Upfront Quotes & 12-Month Warranty

No surprise invoices. Every job quoted before we start. 12-month / 20,000 km workmanship warranty, MTA-backed.

Getting Here from Chandler — 12 Minutes Down Old Cleveland Road

From Chandler, head west along Old Cleveland Road through Belmont, then turn south onto Redland Bay Road into Capalaba — we’re on your right at number 172. It’s a smooth, traffic-light run with no highway merging. Most Chandler customers drop their car with us on the way to work and have it back the same afternoon, courtesy car in hand.

SemCar Automotive Group
16/172 Redland Bay Road, Capalaba QLD 4157
Phone: (07) 3823 5844 | Mobile: 0426 935 622
Mon–Fri 8:00 am – 4:30 pm · Sat by appointment · Sun closed

Frequently Asked Questions — Mechanic in Chandler

Q: How far is SemCar from Chandler?
A: About 10–12 km, or a 12-minute drive west along Old Cleveland Road through Belmont into Capalaba. Easy run with no highway merging required.

Q: Do you provide a courtesy car for Chandler customers?
A: Yes. A complimentary courtesy car is available on the day of your service, subject to availability. We recommend booking at least a week ahead during busy periods.

Q: Will servicing my European car here affect my new-car warranty?
A: No. Under Australian Consumer Law, you are free to have your vehicle serviced at any qualified workshop using manufacturer-approved procedures and compliant parts. We follow factory schedules, stamp your log book, and keep a full service record on file.

Q: Do you service all makes, or only European vehicles?
A: While European marques are our speciality, we service every make and model — including Japanese, Korean and Australian vehicles — with the same level of care.

Q: Can I get a roadworthy (safety) certificate from you?
A: Yes. We issue Queensland Safety Certificates for most passenger vehicles, usually same-day for morning drop-offs.

Q: My Land Rover warning light is on — can you diagnose it?
A: Absolutely. We run JLR SDD (the same system Land Rover dealerships use), so we can read every module, identify the root cause and fix it properly rather than just clearing the code.

Q: How do I book from Chandler?
A: Book online in under 60 seconds, or call us on (07) 3823 5844. We’ll confirm your date, time and courtesy car in one call.

Book Your Chandler Car Service Today

12 minutes from Chandler. Dealer-level expertise. Independent price. Book today.
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About SemCar Automotive Group

Business Hours

Monday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Tuesday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Wednesday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Friday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Saturday: By appointment
Sunday: Closed

Contact Us

(07) 3823 5844

16/172 Redland Bay Road, Capalaba QLD 4157 
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