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At Bay European, we can look after every aspect of your car, which after all, is a vital part of your life.
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Some consider their car an appliance whose purpose is to collect the kids from school, pack in the groceries, and take the surfboard to the beach…
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Others regard their car as an extension of their soul – a cherished machine who pushes physics, engineering and challenges their skills.
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Whatever your motoring ambitions – our mechanic understands. We’re passionate about cars too. We’ll take great care of all your motoring needs.

Straight-Up Advice. European Expertise. Work Done Properly.

European Car Specialist | Mount Maunganui

Volkswagen • Audi • Porsche • Škoda

You rely on your car every day. If it’s European, you want it cared for by someone who understands the design and engineering—so it stays reliable, safe, and performs exactly as it should.

I’m Terry Hart—Owner and Senior Technician at Bay European. I specialise in Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche and Škoda, and I take a straightforward approach: the right diagnostics, the right tools, and work I’m proud to put my name on.

I provide a full range of European servicing and repair work including oil changes, scheduled servicing, timing belts, air-conditioning repairs, and electronic diagnostics. When the job calls for deeper expertise, I also handle engine rebuilds, brake rebuilds, suspension upgrades and transmission servicing.

So whether you need routine maintenance on your Polo, a timing chain on your Volkswagen Golf GTI, or an expert to track down an electrical fault on your Audi RS6—give us a call. I’d be happy to look after you and your car.

Terry Hart
Owner & Senior Technician

European Car Specialist | Mount Maunganui

Volkswagen • Audi • Porsche • Škoda

You rely on your car every day. If it’s European, you want it cared for by someone who understands the design and engineering—so it stays reliable, safe, and performs exactly as it should.

I’m Terry Hart—Owner and Senior Technician at Bay European. I specialise in Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche and Škoda, and I take a straightforward approach: the right diagnostics, the right tools, and work I’m proud to put my name on.

I provide a full range of European servicing and repair work including oil changes, scheduled servicing, timing belts, air-conditioning repairs, and electronic diagnostics. When the job calls for deeper expertise, I also handle engine rebuilds, brake rebuilds, suspension upgrades and transmission servicing.

So whether you need routine maintenance on your Polo, a timing chain on your Volkswagen Golf GTI, or an expert to track down an electrical fault on your Audi RS6—give us a call. I’d be happy to look after you and your car.

Terry Hart
Owner & Senior Technician

General servicing at Bay European

Maintenance & General Car Servicing

Need your car running right again? I take care of servicing and repairs, air-conditioning, brakes, exhausts, transmission issues, electrical faults, and timing work (belts or chains, depending on the engine).

I’m a European specialist—Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche and Škoda—but I also work on plenty of everyday vehicles. If you drive a Toyota, Ford, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Holden or Honda, you’re in good hands here too.

European car Specialist Services

European Specialist Services

European cars reward proper servicing—and they punish shortcuts.

Over the years I’ve invested heavily in European diagnostic equipment, ongoing training, and trusted parts suppliers. I know what your vehicle needs, down to the correct oil specification, filters, fluids and service procedures—because with European engineering, the details matter.

Modern European vehicles can mask problems for a long time… until they can’t. The best way to protect performance and avoid expensive failures is simple: service it correctly, on time, with the right parts and the right diagnosis.

Book an appointment with our mechanic for Tyres and Wheel Alignment

Tyres and Wheel Alignment

Your tyres are the only part of your car that actually touches the road—so alignment matters more than most people realise.

If your wheel alignment is even slightly out, you can end up with uneven tyre wear, vague steering, poorer handling, and reduced comfort. I use modern alignment equipment and a careful, measured approach to set your vehicle up correctly—so it tracks straight, drives better, and protects your tyres.

If you’re unsure whether you need an alignment, give me a call. I’ll point you in the right direction.

General servicing at Bay European

General Car Servicing

Need your car running right again? I take care of servicing and repairs, air-conditioning, brakes, exhausts, transmission issues, electrical faults, and timing work (belts or chains, depending on the engine).

I’m a European specialist—Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche and Škoda—but I also work on plenty of everyday vehicles. If you drive a Toyota, Ford, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Holden or Honda, you’re in good hands here too.

European car Specialist Services

European Specialist Services

Over the years I’ve invested heavily in European diagnostic equipment, ongoing training, and trusted parts suppliers. I know what your vehicle needs, down to the correct oil specification, filters, fluids and service procedures—because with European engineering, the details matter.

Modern European vehicles can mask problems for a long time… until they can’t. The best way to protect performance and avoid expensive failures is simple: service it correctly, on time, with the right parts and the right diagnosis.

Book an appointment with our mechanic for Tyres and Wheel Alignment

Tyres and Wheel Alignment

Your tyres are the only part of your car that actually touches the road—so alignment matters more than most people realise.

If your wheel alignment is even slightly out, you can end up with uneven tyre wear, vague steering, poorer handling, and reduced comfort. I use modern alignment equipment and a careful, measured approach to set your vehicle up correctly—so it tracks straight, drives better, and protects your tyres.

If you’re unsure whether you need an alignment, give me a call. I’ll point you in the right direction.

“We get our cars serviced and repaired by Terry and his team, they provide great service and support each and every time. We’ve been customers for years. I have no hesitation in recommending them to others.”

Keith & Joan McFarlane

We are European
Vehicle Specialists

We are passionate about European cars. What sets us apart, however, is that we have heavily invested in tools, technology and information systems. In addition, we have a worldwide technical support system.

Bay European has operated since 2005. Always with the ethos of looking after things, even when they don’t go to plan. Ultimately, we are the people you can trust for sure.

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