Dave Tunley Auto Services has been providing mechanical servicing and repairs from Taranaki Street in Wellington Central for 29 years. The business is proudly owned and operated by Andrew and Bernard, whose approach centres on quality, professionalism and a genuine passion for vehicles.
The team handles wheel alignments, steering and suspension work, brakes and clutch repairs, Warrant of Fitness (WOF) checks, and a full range of tyre services from puncture repairs to new tyre installation and rim replacements. Andrew and Bernard's team also has experience with classic and high-end vehicles, alongside everyday cars and vans.
Dave Tunley Auto Services is an approved insurance repairer, trusted by insurance companies for quality repairs, and uses quality parts and advanced diagnostic equipment in its workshop. The business is affiliated with the Motor Trade Association (MTA).
Long-standing customers describe the team as knowledgeable and reliable across mechanical work, tyres, WOFs and repairs, with several reviews highlighting quick turnaround on short-notice bookings and help sourcing parts for less common vehicles.
On Taranaki Street in Wellington Central, Dave Tunley Auto Services has spent 29 years turning a passion for cars into a business built on quality repairs and straightforward advice. The workshop is owned and run by Andrew and Bernard, whose approach values professionalism as much as technical expertise.
Dave Tunley Auto Services covers the core mechanical needs most drivers run into. Wheel alignments are a specialty — the team uses precise equipment to adjust wheel angles to manufacturer specifications, addressing common issues like a vehicle pulling to one side, a crooked steering wheel, or uneven tyre wear. Steering and suspension work keeps a vehicle's ride smooth and stable, while brake and clutch repairs and replacements are handled with an emphasis on precision and safety.
The workshop also carries out Warrant of Fitness (WOF) checks, inspecting all essential components to keep vehicles compliant and safe on the road, and offers a full range of tyre services — from puncture repairs to new tyre installations and rim replacements — for all types of vehicles and driving conditions.
What sets the team apart, beyond years of hands-on experience, is a combination of quality parts, advanced diagnostic tools, and recognition as an approved insurance repairer — meaning insurance companies trust the workshop for quality repair work. The team also brings particular expertise to classic and high-end vehicles, giving them the same meticulous, precise service as any everyday car or van.
Fast turnaround is another priority. Whether it's a routine service or an urgent repair, the goal is to get customers back on the road as quickly as possible without cutting corners.
Dave Tunley Auto Services has built a loyal customer base over the years. One long-time customer describes 16 years of reliable service across mechanical work, tyres, WOFs and repairs, noting the team "always know their stuff." Others highlight quick, short-notice bookings for wheel alignments and tyre replacements, along with help tracking down parts for less common vehicles like campers and vans — with reviewers praising the team's speed and customer service.
The business is affiliated with the Motor Trade Association (MTA), reflecting its standing within New Zealand's automotive repair industry.
Dave Tunley Auto Services is open Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, and closed on weekends. The workshop is located at 298 Taranaki Street, Wellington Central, and can be reached by phone to book a service or ask about a repair. Enquiries can also be sent online through the website's contact form.