Autohaus European Euro Car Specialists - Welcome
Autohaus European - European Car Specialists

Autohaus European commenced operation in September 1998 offering a motor mechanical repair service specialising in European vehicles. Initially the business operated on a mobile-mechanical basis and is owned and run by the two Directors, Auric and Lisa Mirfin.

It now operates from purpose-built commercial premises in Snells Beach, five minutes drive from Warkworth township. The Autohaus team consists of 8 staff members - 4 fully qualified European Vehicle trained technicians, one Parts Manager, one Workshop Assistant and two office staff.

Our extensive services include:

Click here for a full listing of our services

64 Hamatana Road, Snells Beach
Phone: 09 425 5025

Hours:   Monday - Friday 8.00am - 5.30pm
Saturday - by appointment

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You can also contact us by email via our email address: service@autohaus.co.nz

Autohaus European Owner Operators - Auric & Lisa Mirfin Auric & Lisa Mirfin Owner/Operators
Auric started his mechanical apprenticeship at his father’s VW workshop in 1983 and completed his apprenticeship at Giltrap European in Auckland. He also worked for Continental Car Services in Newmarket before moving to London, where he managed a European vehicle repair garage for five years. On his return to New Zealand in February 1998 he worked for Bill Tapper European until he started up Autohaus European Ltd in September 1998.

Having worked on European vehicles for over 20 years, Auric has gained valuable contacts in the main European vehicle dealerships. He brought a large amount of specialist service tools back from Europe and also has working contacts there. Auric continues to add to his portfolio by regularly enhancing his knowledge and skill base. All of this adds to the overall service provided by Autohaus European.

Paul Brooksmith
Parts Manager/Service Technician

Paul has been a mechanic for over 15 years working in various Auckland European garages, and for six years prior to joining Autohaus European in 2004 he worked solely in the spare parts industry.

Autohaus European Senior Service Technician - Adrian SuttonAdrian Sutton
Senior Service Technician

Adrian joined us in 2005 with 16 years automotive servicing history, 11 of these being with specialist European garages including BMW, Volvo and Audi. He also gained vast experience whilst in the UK working on various European branded vehicles.

Autohaus European Senior Service Technician - NishanthaNishantha Siriwardana
Service Technician

Nish joined Autohaus European in September 2008 with 10 years of Automotive Servicing experience, specialising in Mercedes Benz in dealerships in the United Arab Emirates and Sri Lanka.

Autohaus European Service Technician - PujithaPujitha Fernando
Service Technician

“Fernando” joined Autohaus European in December 2008 with 16 years Automotive Servicing experience as a senior Mercedes Benz technician in the United Arab Emirates for Daimbler Benz and in Sri Lanka.

Autohaus European Maintenance Support - GregGreg Rawlinson
Maintenance Support

Greg has lived in the Snells Beach area for 22 years and joined Autohaus European in January 2009. Greg’s role incorporates all aspects of maintenance and support to Auric and the Autohaus team.

Autohaus European Office Administrator - KimKim Stanbra
Office Administrator

Kim joined Autohaus European in February 2009 with a strong Administrative background. She enjoys sharing the office with Lisa and the busy and diverse nature of the Automotive Industry.