Find the cause
Warning lights, starting trouble, leaks and intermittent faults begin with a free initial check. If the cause needs testing, we explain the paid step first. See our inspection and diagnostics service.
Multi-system car repair in Al Quoz
General Car Repair in Dubai
Bring us warning lights, strange noises, leaks, vibration, weak AC, poor braking or changes in performance. We inspect the symptom, find the likely cause and give you a written estimate before any paid testing or repair begins. Typical budgets before 5% VAT include routine oil service at AED 275 to 475 and brake pads at AED 350 to 850 per axle. See the full price table.
Estimated Dubai ranges
General repair prices in Dubai
These are estimated AED prices before VAT for the work listed. 5% VAT is not included. Your written quote confirms the payable total. The exact vehicle and confirmed fault determine the final price.
| Service or repair | Estimated price before VAT | Typical included work | What changes the price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial inspection | AED 0 | First condition check and recommended next step | Advanced testing, dismantling and fluids need separate approval |
| Focused fault diagnosis | AED 240 to 525 | Scan review and targeted tests for one complaint after the free initial check | Number of systems, intermittent faults, access and road testing |
| Routine oil service | AED 275 to 475 | Correct-grade oil, filter and standard service checks for common vehicles | Oil specification, quantity, filter type and additional due items |
| Brake pads per axle | AED 350 to 850 | Standard road-car pads and installation labor | Vehicle class, discs, sensors, calipers and parts specification |
| Standard battery replacement | AED 430 to 810 | Testing and fitted conventional flooded battery for a compatible small or midsize car | Battery type, capacity, access, registration and charging faults |
| Advanced AC diagnosis | AED 145 to 430 | Focused cooling, airflow, pressure or electrical tests after the free initial check | Testing time, intermittent faults and access |
| Measured AC refrigerant service | AED 240 to 810 | Recovery and specified recharge with output checks when the system can hold refrigerant | Refrigerant type and quantity; leak repairs are separate |
| External coolant leak repair | AED 350 to 1,850 | One confirmed accessible hose, seal or cooling-component repair | Leak location, pressure testing, parts and removal required |
| Confirmed suspension component repair | AED 650 to 2,600 | One defined bushing, arm, link, hub or conventional damper work | Parts quantity, component type, geometry and alignment |
| Advanced transmission fault tracing | AED 335 to 905 | Fault review, operating checks and focused transmission assessment | Transmission type, fluid history, adaptations and internal testing |
Price note: These are nonbinding average Dubai estimates for the listed services. Prices vary according to the service or issue, vehicle make, model, year, engine and specification, diagnostic findings, fault severity, repair access, parts choice and availability, fluids, programming or calibration, current supplier pricing. All paid estimates shown exclude 5% VAT; the written quote adds VAT to the agreed work and shows the final payable total. A luxury, performance, imported, hybrid or electric vehicle can fall outside a common-vehicle range. The written quote confirms the final authorized amount.
Workshop solutions
Repairs we can assess
Tell us what changed or choose the type of work below. We will help you find the right next step.
Mechanical repairs
Brakes, steering, suspension, cooling, engine and transmission problems need different repairs. We inspect the reported symptom and quote the relevant work. See mechanical car repair for individual jobs.
Electrical and AC faults
Weak batteries, poor charging, wiring faults and an AC system that stops cooling can have more than one cause. We identify the fault before quoting a component repair.
Servicing and bodywork
We can assess routine oil and filter service, dents, paint damage and accident-related concerns. We confirm the right service and its separate price after seeing the vehicle.
Come with the issue
What your symptoms may mean
A warning light, leak or noise can have more than one cause. Here is what we check first.
| Issue you face | What we check first | What you receive |
|---|---|---|
| Warning light with no obvious symptom | System scan, fault history, voltage and focused checks | A fault assessment, not an automatic parts recommendation |
| Noise when braking, turning or driving over bumps | Reproduce the condition safely and inspect related brake, steering, suspension and hub components | The failed or worn items separated from unrelated advisory work |
| Leak under the parked car | Identify the fluid, clean the area where needed and confirm the source | A repair estimate tied to the actual leak location |
| Vibration at a certain speed or load | Check tires, wheels, hubs, brakes, mounts, driveline and suspension based on the trigger | A repair recommendation based on the condition we can reproduce |
| Car starts slowly or battery keeps failing | Battery, charging and sleep-current testing | Battery replacement or circuit repair only when supported by results |
| AC is cool at first, then becomes warm | Measure temperature and pressures and check airflow, leaks and controls | Recharge, leak repair, electrical work or component repair as confirmed |
Not sure which repair you need?
Tell us what changed in your car
Send the make, model and the symptom you noticed. That is enough to start; technical details can come later if inspection or parts matching requires them.
Three practical repair quotations
Three example repair costs
These are example costs, not completed customer jobs or fixed offers. They show how parts and labor can affect a quote. Your estimate will reflect the exact vehicle and confirmed fault.
Toyota Camry brake repair
Reported issue: steering-wheel vibration and scraping while braking.
Inspection confirms worn front pads and scored discs, while the calipers move correctly. The quotation covers pads, two front discs, installation, cleaning and a road check.
- Illustrative price before VAT
- AED 1,150
- Expected workshop time
- About 3–4 hours
Model year, parts grade, disc size, sensors and caliper condition can change the amount.
Nissan Patrol coolant leak
Reported issue: coolant drops and a sweet smell appears after parking.
Pressure testing traces the leak to an accessible hose and connector rather than the radiator or engine. The work includes the hose assembly, seals, correct coolant, installation, bleeding and a temperature check.
- Illustrative price before VAT
- AED 850
- Expected workshop time
- About 4–6 hours
A radiator, water pump, thermostat, internal leak or overheating damage needs a different repair.
BMW 3 Series battery check
Reported issue: slow starting after parking and repeated battery warnings.
Tests confirm a weak AGM battery while alternator output and sleep current remain within range. The work covers a compatible battery, installation, battery registration and a final charging check.
- Illustrative price before VAT
- AED 950
- Expected workshop time
- About 1–2 hours
Capacity, access, programming and any charging or parasitic-drain fault can change the amount.
What we confirm before approval
A useful quotation names the complaint, confirmed finding, parts category, labor, fluids or programming, VAT and exclusions. If dismantling reveals another problem, we explain the evidence and revised amount before extra work. We also separate safety or operating repairs from due maintenance and advisory work that can be planned later. The cheapest-looking estimate is not always the lower final cost. Compare whether both quotations include the same number of parts, equivalent parts quality, workshop labor, consumables, coding, calibration and testing. A brake quote for pads alone cannot be compared directly with pads, discs and sensors. A cooling-system quote based only on the visible leak may also change if pressure testing finds a second loss point. Timing is confirmed with the repair work. Common stocked items may allow same-day work, while model-specific parts, access-heavy repairs or faults that appear only when the car is hot can require longer. We will tell you when diagnosis is complete, which parts are available and when the vehicle can reasonably be collected. If the car has a red warning, lost braking or steering control, severe overheating, heavy fluid loss, smoke or an unsafe vibration, do not keep driving simply to reach the workshop. Call first so we can discuss recovery. For a car that remains safe to move, we can arrange a workshop visit, pickup and delivery, or an on-site initial inspection according to the fault and location. For the first message, the make, model and a short description are enough. A photo of the warning, leak location or damaged part can help. We may request the year, VIN, mileage or previous repair details later when accurate parts matching or deeper diagnosis requires them.
Cars we commonly handle
Cars we can inspect
We service a broad range of passenger cars, SUVs and performance vehicles. We match the inspection and repair to the exact make, model, powertrain and problem.
We also inspect rare, modified, hybrid, electric and specialist vehicles. Extra details may be requested later when tools, parts or high-voltage work must be matched to the exact vehicle.
The make, model and a short description of the symptom are enough to start. We will ask for additional specifications only when they are needed for diagnosis or parts matching.
- European and luxury carsVehicle-specific diagnostics, maintenance and mechanical repair by exact specification.
- Japanese, Korean and Malaysian carsDaily-driver service, cooling, brakes, suspension, electrical, AC and driveline work. For model-specific details, see our Proton repair and service options.
- American cars and SUVsEngine, transmission, cooling, steering, suspension, brake and electrical repair.
- 4×4 and family vehiclesDrivetrain, suspension, braking, cooling and load-related concerns checked by use and configuration.
- Performance, hybrid and electric vehiclesWe match tools, testing and repair planning to the exact vehicle and system.
Why visit us
Clear answers before repair
Know what the first check covers and when we need your approval for further work.
Free initial check
We review the concern and visible condition at our Al Quoz 4 workshop. Focused diagnosis, dismantling and specialist tests are quoted separately.
Pickup and mobile assessment
Free pickup and delivery can be arranged in Dubai. A dedicated on-site assessment is another option when moving the vehicle is uncertain.
Written price and final checks
The quote identifies parts, labor, exclusions and the payable total. After the agreed repair, we check the result against the concern you reported.
A controlled repair path
From inspection to handover
We check the concern, explain the options and confirm the price before repair.
- 01
Describe the problem
Send the make, model and a short description of the symptom. A warning photo or details about when it happens are optional and can help.
- 02
Visit for an inspection
We review the vehicle and explain whether focused paid testing is needed to confirm the cause.
- 03
Review the written quote
Review the finding, repair work, parts option, labor, price, timing and exclusions.
- 04
Repair and final checks
We complete the authorized work and check the result against the original complaint.
General repair questions
General repair questions
Use these answers when you know the symptom but not the service name.
Can I book if I do not know what is wrong with my car?
Yes. Send the symptom, warning message and when it happens. We will arrange the free initial inspection and recommend the right checks.
How much does general car repair cost in Dubai?
The price depends on the confirmed service or fault. The table above gives indicative AED prices before 5% VAT for defined jobs. Vehicle specification, findings, parts and labor determine the written quote, which adds VAT and shows the final payable total.
What is included in the free inspection?
The free initial inspection covers the first condition review and discussion of the next step. Advanced diagnostics, dismantling, fluids and specialist tests require separate approval.
Can you check the car at my location?
Yes, a remote initial check by our mobile service van is available by arrangement. Some faults still need a lift, workshop tools, extended testing or safe recovery.
Do you offer free pickup and delivery?
Yes. Free pickup and delivery is available. Share the car, location and preferred timing so collection and return can be arranged.
Do you repair every make and model?
We repair a broad range of cars and SUVs. Send the make, model and problem first. We may request additional details later for high-voltage, rare, modified or specialist systems.
Start with what the car is doing
Request a free car repair inspection
Send the make, model and problem. We will arrange the free initial inspection, advise whether the mobile van or workshop is the right first step, and explain any paid testing or repair estimate before you approve it.