The car service South Melbourne deserves

A genuine dealership alternative for European car servicing

When Ashley Cox’s father opened the doors of Cox Auto on Montague Street in South Melbourne in 1981, it was a one-man operation. Now, Ashley leads a true 21st century operation a stone’s throw away in Buckhurst Street. Cox Auto attracts top quality technicians and service advisers who stick around for the long haul. Unlike the large dealerships, you’ll see familiar faces when you drop in for your logbook servicing, and just like the old days on Montague Street, they’ll be greeting you by name and with a smile. We’re the Euro car mechanics you know and trust. We’re the South Melbourne car service that locals trust. Our skilled team specialises in maintenance and repairs for a variety of prestige and European cars, including BMW, Mercedes, Volkswagen, Land Rover, Volvo, Citroen, SAAB, Audi, Peugeot, Porsche, Skoda, and more.

What to do while you wait for your South Melbourne car service

If you’ve got places to be and work to do, we have a number of loan cars and a Mercedes Vito Van to keep you on the move, all free of charge! Ask when you book your service to secure your complimentary loan vehicle. Otherwise, there’s plenty of things to see and enjoy in the local area while you wait. Our convenient location in South Melbourne gives you easy access to some classic ‘Melbourne’ treasures and things to do in Port Melbourne, Albert Park and surrounds.

Coffee and brunch

We’re well and truly spoiled for choice at Cox Auto from a caffeine-lover’s perspective, with coffee specialists St Ali located nearby in both South Melbourne and Port Melbourne – drop in for a latte, and stay for brunch with the folks who have shaped Melbourne’s cafe culture in recent years. Stroll a little further and you’ll find another favourite of ours for leisurely brunch or lunch at Dundas and Faussett in Albert Park.

Lunch

In a hurry? Grab a quick bite or coffee from Simos Deli, or head to Andrew’s Hamburgers in Albert Park to discover the Melbourne institution that’s been flipping the best burgers since 1939! If you have a little time up your sleeve and a taste for seafood, book at a table at Rubira’s in Port Melbourne to enjoy a menu featuring some of the freshest seafood and best produce available. It’s one of Port Melbourne’s best restaurants!

Gastro pub meals and family favourites

While a cheeky pint might not be on the cards while you wait to pick up your car, why not enjoy a gastro pub meal and plan a catch up with friends for drinks at one of our favourite local watering holes?

If steak is your go-to (and it sure is ours!), make sure to check out the mouthwatering prime cuts on offer at the Railway Club Hotel in Port Melbourne. Enjoy a gastro pub meal in a beautiful contemporary and stylish setting at O’Connells or The Montague in South Melbourne; or enjoy the simply breathtaking views of Melbourne from the Albion Rooftop. The courtyard at the Railway Hotel is a great spot to while away an hour or two, as is the relaxed atmosphere of ‘our local’ and dear neighbours – the Golden Fleece – for something closer to the workshop.