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24 technicians listed · 8 in Nanaimo · 1 open 24/7 · 4 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Listed for drivers in and around Nanaimo, BC, these 24 shops are general mechanics. What each one states about certifications, warranties and financing comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
8 of the 24 technicians we list are based in Nanaimo; the other 16 serve Nanaimo from towns including Parksville (32 km), Ladysmith (17 km) and Duncan (46 km). 22 of the technicians on this page have a rating, from 4.3 to 5.0 across 1,145 reviews; 10 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (88%), quality (82%) and value (67%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "honest", "communication" and "diagnosis". 1 is open around the clock; 4 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. Domain records put 5 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 2 offer emergency or roadside call-outs; 1 gives free estimates; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 18 of the technicians on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 8 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.
8 of the 24 shops are located in Nanaimo; the rest come from other towns within 60 km. Distances are straight-line.
- “Top notch in every way. Fair pricing, friendly and knowledgeable staff, quick and well done service.” — customer of Departure Bay Automotive Service Centre
- “From his timely responses and excellent communication to the speed with which the issue was diagnosed… parts picked up and my car fixed!” — customer of Rolling Dutchman Automotive
- “They are prompt, thorough, reasonably priced, honest, and impeccable with their word.” — customer of Robertson Repairs Truck & Equipment Services
- “I found Clint and his team through word of mouth about a year ago, and have been consistently impressed with their professionalism, customer service and kindness with each interaction we have.” — customer of Ernie's Blackpoint Repair
- “Mark was a clear communicator, went above and beyond to fit me into his schedule, completed the job quickly and super professionally and billed fairly.” — customer of Rolling Dutchman Automotive
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