Saxton Autos is a car service and auto repair workshop in Petone, Wellington, operating since 2005 and describing itself as voted Best Car Servicing & Repairs in Wellington. Led by Phil Saxton, the workshop services petrol, diesel, hybrid and fully electric vehicles of all makes and models, backed by trained A-Grade certified mechanical technicians and advanced automotive electrical diagnostic technology.
Saxton Autos operates on a "No Nasty Surprises" guarantee, promising customers will be happy with the work done when they collect their keys, or their money back. This is reinforced by Phil's Five Promises — being friendly and professional at booking, confirming job details at drop-off, keeping customers in the loop during the work, explaining everything clearly at pickup, and following up afterwards to check how the service went.
Beyond routine servicing, Saxton Autos offers Warrant of Fitness inspections, steering and suspension specialism, spare parts in original equipment quality, AutoSure mechanical warranties, tyres and wheel alignments, car batteries, and free loan vehicles for customers needing a car while theirs is being serviced. The workshop also supports fleet vehicles and accepts a range of payment methods including Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Afterpay and Super Gold Card.
Saxton Autos has been servicing vehicles in Petone since 2005, describing itself as voted Best Car Servicing & Repairs in Wellington. Led by Phil Saxton, the workshop takes on petrol, diesel, hybrid and fully electric vehicles of all makes and models, positioning itself as a genuine one-stop shop for Wellington motorists regardless of what they drive.
Saxton Autos backs its work with what it calls the No Nasty Surprises guarantee — a commitment that customers will be happy with the work when they collect their keys, or they get their money back. This is supported by Phil's Five Promises: being friendly and professional at the booking stage, confirming job details at drop-off so customers know exactly what to expect, keeping customers updated throughout the work, explaining everything clearly at pickup, and following up afterwards to check how the service experience went.
The workshop's petrol and diesel servicing covers the full spectrum of vehicle care, from engine servicing — oil and filter changes, fluid checks, and system inspections — through to diagnostics and repairs using advanced tools to identify performance issues and warning lights. Tyre supply, fitting, balancing and alignment round out the day-to-day offering, alongside thorough Warrant of Fitness inspections, brake and suspension work, and transmission servicing covering DSG, CVT and manual gearboxes. Auto electrical repairs, power steering flushes, air conditioning servicing, and pre-purchase vehicle checks are also part of the standard offering.
Saxton operates a dedicated Hybrid and EV Service Centre, reflecting the growing need for specialised knowledge as more Wellington drivers move to electrified vehicles. Hybrid servicing covers battery replacement — including expert diagnostics when performance drops or warning lights appear — along with hybrid-specific tyres designed for efficiency and low rolling resistance, engine servicing covering both the petrol engine and hybrid system, and hybrid-tailored Warrant of Fitness inspections. For fully electric vehicles, the team offers EV battery health and diagnostics, helping owners understand and maintain the most important component of their car.
All work at Saxton Autos is performed by trained A-Grade certified mechanical technicians, using spare parts in original equipment quality and advanced automotive electrical testing technology for diagnosis. The workshop also offers AutoSure mechanical warranties, giving customers peace of mind on completed work, and steering and suspension specialism for more involved repairs.
Saxton Autos includes a vacuum with every service, and offers free loan vehicles for customers who need a car while theirs is being worked on. The workshop also supports fleet customers, alongside a dedicated tyres and wheel alignment service and car battery supply and replacement.
Saxton Autos accepts a range of payment methods, including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Afterpay and Super Gold Card, giving customers flexibility in how they settle their bill.
Saxton Autos is located at 16 Sydney Street, Petone, Wellington. The workshop is open Monday to Thursday from 7:30am to 5pm, and Friday from 7:30am to 4:30pm. Customers can book a service online or contact the team by phone.