Gearbox and auto transmission repair workshop

Everyday drivers, small fleets, tradies with work vehicles and general mechanics who do not rebuild gearboxes in-house.

Fixed or quoted prices per repair or rebuild, plus parts margin, diagnostic fees and transmission fluid services.

• Mechanical trade qualification or strong experience
• Diagnosing faults methodically
• Quoting clearly and keeping records

• Check whether your state requires a motor vehicle repairer licence or similar registration
• Public liability, tools and workshop insurance, plus workers compensation once you hire
• Environmental rules for disposing of used oil and fluids, check with your state EPA and council
• Warranty claims if a rebuild fails, so keep clear job records and written quotes
• Heavy lifting and working under vehicles, follow safe workplace practices

As an estimate, startup costs are typically around $25,000 to $100,000, depending on the workshop unit, lifts and specialist tools, and the insurance and initial parts stock you need.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $8,000 to $40,000, depending on how many repair and rebuild jobs you complete and the mix of drivers, fleets and garages you serve.

Check whether your state requires a motor vehicle repairer licence or similar registration. Also check environmental rules for disposing of used oil and fluids with your state EPA and council, and public liability and workers compensation insurance.