Established in 1945, Rowell & Searle are South Australia's oldest and largest transmission specialists. We are a well-known and trusted business that has been operating in the Adelaide CBD for over 68 years.
Our team of highly trained staff with over 100 years combined experience in manual and auto transmission diagnosis and rebuilding. We specialise in servicing, diagnosis and repairs to all transmissions in all vehicle types, particularly European vehicles such as BMW, Volkswagen, Audi, Renault, Peugeot, Mercedes etc.
Having moved from Pulteney Street into our larger premises in Kings Court, we have taken on several highly experienced general mechanics and are carrying out the full range of general car repairs and servicing, while continuing to be the industry leaders in transmissions.
At Rowell & Searle, we are well known for and pride ourselves on the quality of our work. We have very experienced staff, who we keep up to date with the latest technical information via seminars and many sources of technical bulletins.
Our workshop is run under the direction of Colin Bell (Workshop Manager), the most experienced transmission technician in South Australia, who has been with our company for over 38 years. All of our work comes with an Australia-wide guarantee which we stand behind.
Here at Rowell & Searle we maintain a reputation for providing friendly, flexible and reliable assistance. Peter Stewart & Colin Bell with founder Bob Searle - 2000. We are an RAA Approved workshop, MTA quality assured, and a Capricorn Trade Supplier. We have also won the ‘SA Small Business of the Year’ Award. If you care about your vehicle, entrust it to the professionals at Rowell & Searle.
Our commitment to excellence drives every repair, service, and interaction with our customers.
We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service through outstanding customer care and high-quality workmanship.
All repairs are conducted by qualified mechanics to the highest standards, reflected in our RAA Approvals.
We ensure you receive timely and accurate updates on your vehicle’s progress.
Your vehicle is treated with utmost care — as if it were our own.
Our Adelaide CBD location ensures easy access and quick turnaround.
We explain every process clearly so you understand exactly what’s being done.
Our workshop is clean, safe, and well-maintained, staffed by friendly professionals ready to assist you.