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We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Christmas period from the close of business on Friday the 22nd of December and reopening on Monday the 8th of January

We wish to advise that we will be closed for the public holiday on the 2nd of October. Apologies for any inconvenience.

We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Toowoomba Show Holiday 19th April 2024. We will reopen Monday 22nd April. Apologies for any inconvenience. 

Bothwell Motors take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times.

Conveniently located in Toowoomba, the business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring their technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods.

Bothwell Motors have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, they have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care.

When you're navigating the vibrant streets of Toowoomba or cruising through the scenic routes surrounding our city, your car's engine is hard at work, generating both power and heat. At Bothwell Motors, the trusted local mechanic in Toowoomba, we understand the pivotal role your car's radiator and cooling system play in ensuring your vehicle runs smoothly, efficiently, and reliably. Regular servicing of these components is not just recommended; it's essential. Let's delve into the what, why, and how of car radiators and cooling systems. Understanding the Heat Beneath the Bonnet Your car's engine is a powerhouse of energy, transforming fuel into motion. However, this process isn't entirely efficient – a significant portion of this energy produces heat. Without a way to manage this heat, your engine would quickly overheat, leading to reduced performance, severe damage, or even complete failure. Enter the hero of our story: the car radiator and cooling system. This system circulates coolant through the engine, absorbing the excess heat and dissipating it into the air via the radiator. It's a simple yet profoundly effective way to keep your engine operating within the optimal temperature range. The Significance of Regular Servicing At Bothwell Motors now nationally accredited to offer Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Servicing in Toowoomba, we can't overstate the importance of regular cooling system checks and servicing. Here's why: Prevent Overheating: Regular servicing ensures your cooling system functions correctly, preventing your engine from overheating, especially during Toowoomba's warmer months or long drives in the countryside. Protect Engine Components: Overheating can warp engine components and degrade internal parts. By maintaining an ideal operating temperature, you extend the life of your engine. Optimise Performance: A well-maintained cooling system helps your engine run more efficiently, delivering better performance and fuel economy. Catch Problems Early: Regular checks can identify issues like coolant leaks, worn-out hoses, or a failing water pump before they turn into expensive repairs. Comprehensive Cooling System Repairs When it comes to cooling system repairs, Bothwell Motors in Toowoomba offers an all-encompassing service. We handle everything from radiators and hoses to intercoolers and fans. Whether your radiator needs a flush or replacement, your hoses are worn out, or your intercooler isn't performing optimally, our expert technicians are here to ensure your cooling system is in top condition. We also inspect and repair fans, which play a crucial role in maintaining airflow and keeping your engine cool. This comprehensive approach ensures that every component of your cooling system is functioning flawlessly, so you can drive with peace of mind. Bothwell Motors: Your Cooling System Experts Whether you're driving the latest electric vehicle, a hybrid marvel, or a trusty diesel or petrol-powered car, Bothwell Motors in Toowoomba has the expertise to maintain your vehicle's cooling system. Our qualified technicians adhere to the highest standards, ensuring your car receives the care it deserves. New Car Log Book Service Concerned about maintaining your warranty? Fret not. Bothwell Motors is fully qualified to service your new car and maintain your log book schedule during the warranty period, without affecting your manufacturer's warranty. Your Choice for Expert Care Your car is an integral part of your daily life. It's your choice to provide it with the best care possible. By choosing Bothwell Motors for your radiator and cooling system servicing, you're selecting a team that takes pride in offering the very best in automotive repairs and services. Let's keep your engine cool, your journeys smooth, and your adventures limitless. Contact Bothwell Motors today – because we understand the importance of a well-maintained cooling system and are here to ensure your vehicle remains in peak condition, mile after mile.

Ensure your engine's longevity with Bothwell Motors in Toowoomba, offering expert car radiator and cooling system servicing for optimal performance.

Keep Your Engine Cool: The Critical Role of Car Radiators and Cooling Systems

With winter temperatures dropping, it's not just us trying to find shelter from the cold, small animals also like to take shelter. Remember to be mindful of your car and check it for any intruders, such as mice. They can wreak havoc in just a few days, so remain alert to the possibility of thousands of dollars in damage. If your car isn't used often or in storage, then checking under the bonnet before you fire up the engine is highly recommended. Check out this pic of an animals nest in the engine bay!!

During winter, a warm dry engine bay is an ideal spot to claim for a nest. Avoid serious engine damage by regulalry inspecting under your car bonnet.

Unwanted Visitors Under Your Hood?

Bothwell Motors are the right choice for your New Car Log Book Service in Toowoomba.  You always have the choice of where your vehicle is serviced, maintained and repaired, at competitive prices, without voiding either the manufacturers warranty or your rights under the Consumer Guarantee. You do not have to take the car back to the dealership who sold it to you for service or repairs. Provided the work is overseen to the manufacturers specifications by a suitably skilled person and uses tolerable quality parts and fluids, the warranty stands.  With Repco Authorised Service you can tick all the boxes. Every Bothwell Motors mechanic is fully qualified and Auto-Tech trained, giving them access to Australia's leading provider of automotive technical information and training. This means Bothwell Motors mechanics are kept fully up to date with the latest in automotive service techniques and are able to service your new car without voiding the warranty. Repco branded parts & products are manufactured to stringent Repco quality standards, and are covered by the Repco Nationwide Warranty, giving you added protection. Bothwell Motors will also only ever use fluids and lubricants that meet the specifications of the original car manufacturer. If you already own a new car or are thinking of purchasing one, make sure you clearly understand where your statutory rights begin and end Make sure you are aware of the differences between manufacturer, statutory and extended warranties to avoid making the wrong selection when it comes to servicing your new car. You are automatically covered by a statutory warranty, also known as a Consumer Guarantee, under Australian Consumer Law (ACL) and this statutory protection can never be superseded by manufacturer or express warranties (which are offered by the car maker and car dealer respectively). A lack of disclosure requirements on car dealers at the point of sale regarding these contracts can easily lead the consumer into making a choice to be bound by a long term contract without access to all of the details needed to make a properly informed decision. So when purchasing a new vehicle, be on guard for new car dealers who may try to include “express” or “extended” warranties, often for free. As a general rule these ‘extra' warranties may include quite comprehensive restrictions or provisions, and are not always what they are cracked up to be. Many times these promises provide no real additional benefits not already given by the consumer's basic statutory rights and can tie the unwary buyer into a long term agreement with the dealership that sold the car. Such promises are very unlikely to focus on the potential negative aspects involved with taking a new car back to the dealer for service or repair. This includes how far you will need to go to get your car serviced or longer waiting times due to fewer available service locations or mechanics. Check out our frequently asked questions below for more information on New Car Service and warranties. If you need to know more, the AAAA website and ACCC website have some great information too.  Find out more: New Car Warranty Service Full Car Service

Bothwell Motors can service your new car using quality parts and fluids, preserving your warranty… your Dealer Alternative

Make the right choice for new car service in Toowoomba

Bothwell Motors is an Approved Inspection Station for Safety Certificates (previously called ‘Roadworthy Certificates') centrally located in Toowoomba, inland of the City of Brisbane and a couple hours drive north from the NSW border.  In Queensland, a Safety Certificate is needed when you transfer ownership of a vehicle, when you are registering a vehicle from another state or if the registration has lapsed and you need to re-register a car, motorcycle, trailer or other type of vehicles up to 4,500kg gross vehicle mass. Certificate of Inspections COI, also available for up to 16tonne trucks, trailers, caravans & heavy trailers Safety Certificates are valid for 2 - 3 months, for info visit the Queensland Government page to learn more Why Choose Bothwell Motors? Locally owned and operated Backed by the Repco Nationwide Warranty. Our mechanics receive ongoing training and updates on the latest diagnostic information Minimal delays sourcing parts as we have access to Repco's spare parts network Safety Certificates are required by Queensland law for anyone selling a vehicle in the state and must be provided to the buyer at the time of sale. The inspections look at all aspects of the vehicle that could affect the safety of the driver, passengers and other road users, including; tyres brakes steering suspension body rust or damage windscreen lights Comprehensive Vehicle Condition Reports Available Aside from safety certificate inspections, we can also undertake comprehensive vehicle checks for other reasons including pre-warranty expiration. When something goes wrong with a vehicle you've recently bought, the first thing that often comes to mind is "is it still under warranty?" To address potential issues before your warranty ends, you should have a comprehensive inspection of your vehicle prior to warranty expiration to discover anything that it worn, faulty and/or on the way out. Not sure what kind of inspection you need then call Bothwell Motorss team of experts for help. Or use our easy online Contact Us form below anytime 24/7. Don't forget to let us know the Make, Model, Year of your vehicle and the reasons why you think you need an inspection.

Bothwell Motors is an Approved Inspection Station for Safety Certificates (previously called ‘roadworthy certificates') and Certificates of Inspection for Heavy vehicles in Toowoomba

Safety Inspections and Roadworthy Certificates in Toowoomba, QLD

Trust, experience & knowledge ... You can rely on your Local and Independent Repco Authorised Service centre, Bothwell Motors to service and repair your vehicle. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, Bothwell Motors use quality parts and lubricants and employ state of the art diagnostic equipment and repair methods. What’s more, our fully qualified technicians have access to the latest service information, bulletins and training through the Australia wide Repco Auto Tech program. We provide a full range of automotive services right here in Toowoomba and surrounding areas, all backed by our Repco Authorised Service Nationwide Warranty and fully supported at over 500 Service Centres right across Australia. So rest assured - your car is in safe hands.

As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we use quality parts and lubricants and employ state of the art diagnostic equipment and repair methods.

Bothwell Motors - Our expertise & knowledge

It's your car and it's your choice!  Bothwell Motors is fully qualified to service your new car and maintain your log book schedule whilst the car is within the warranty period. Servicing and your new car warranty The ACCC has confirmed that under Australian Consumer Law you can choose who services your new car and your right to a warranty is protected.  Get the facts about New Car Servicing and watch our AutoFacts Video If you're concerned about preserving your statutory rights to a new car's warranty, but also want to obtain expert service at competitive rates, Bothwell Motors can help.
 When it comes to reliable log book service, here's a few reasons why you  can trust Bothwell Motors - your local Repco Authorised Service  mechanic. 1. Auto-Tech Training Repco Authorised Service Centres operate a national service information system that includes the latest diagnostic techniques that are specifically designed for today's cars. Auto-Tech provides continual training, so our service technicians can stay up to date with modern vehicle technology. 2. Quality Parts and Quality Service Repco branded products are manufactured to stringent Repco quality standards, and are covered by the Repco exclusive Nationwide Warranty. All Repco Authorised Service Centres are carefully selected to ensure that only suitably qualified and equipped staff will work on your car. 3. Warranty Support Repco Authorised Service is Australia's largest service network. Every service we perform is supported by our nationwide network of over 500 outlets - you are covered wherever you may be. 4. Honesty and Fair Prices At Repco Authorised Service Centres, we explain all of our work in a straight forward manner and we advise you in advance of any extra work that may be needed. Trust, Experience & Knowledge You can rely on your local Repco Authorised Service centre Bothwell Motors in Toowoomba!

It's your car and it's your choice!  Your local Repco Authorised Service centre is fully qualified

Bothwell Motors

Cars are our passion.

Keep Your Engine Cool: The Critical Role of Car Radiators and Cooling Systems

Unwanted Visitors Under Your Hood?

Make the right choice for new car service in Toowoomba

Safety Inspections and Roadworthy Certificates in Toowoomba, QLD

Bothwell Motors - Our expertise & knowledge

New car service in Toowoomba