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About Safdar Auto Workshop

Safdar Auto Workshop is a car workshop on Walton Road in Shah Taj Colony, Lahore, led by Ustad Safdar. The workshop started in May 1996 and has over 30 years in business. Safdar Ali, the owner and head mechanic, has spent over three decades under the hood, from early carbureted engines to modern systems, and built the workshop from the ground up.

By the Safdar Auto Workshop team · Walton Road, Lahore
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How we work

  • We diagnose before we recommend.
  • We give a written estimate in PKR before work.
  • We tell you what can wait.
  • The head mechanic checks the team’s work.
Mechanics working on cars with open bonnets in the Safdar Auto Workshop bays in the evening
Mechanics at work in our bays on Walton Road
Safdar Auto Workshop yard with the workshop signboard and customer cars on Walton Road
Our yard and signboard on Walton Road, Lahore
Mechanics and customers around cars in the Safdar Auto Workshop yard
Our team and customers in the yard
Service bay at Safdar Auto Workshop with Shell banners and a rack of lubricants
A service bay with our Shell lubricants rack

What customers say

Google reviews describe fair pricing, honest advice and a head mechanic who oversees the work. Read them on our Google Business Profile. See our Google Business Profile.

Our team

An expert, hands-on mechanical team led directly by Safdar Ali, owner and head mechanic, who takes pride in hands-on problem solving and honest diagnostics.

Training and certifications

Safdar Auto Workshop is a member of the Shell Royal Club, and has been recognised by Shell with a Helix recognition plaque in 2017, a Certificate of Appreciation in 2019 and the Helix Royal Club Excellence Award in 2024.

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Why we work the way we do

Many drivers have been surprised by a repair bill or told to fix things that did not need fixing. We built our process around fixing that: inspect, explain, estimate in writing, and start only when you agree. Customer reviews on Google mention honest advice, reasonable prices and a head mechanic who checks the team’s work.

What we do

  • Servicing and oil changes
  • Brakes, suspension and steering
  • Engine and mechanical repair
  • Computer diagnostics
  • Car electrician work
  • Car AC service

See all of our services for details on each.

Where to find us

Qasayon Wali Gali, Shah Taj Colony, Walton Rd, Lahore (Shah Jahan Street). The workshop is inside a narrow lane, so call when you are close.

Our promise to you

  • A written estimate in PKR before work
  • An explanation in plain language
  • No extra work without your approval
  • Honest advice about what can wait

A repair visit from start to finish

  • Call or message us before you come, so we can tell you when we can look at the car.
  • Describe the problem and bring any warning-light photos or recent receipts.
  • We inspect the car, scan it if needed, and explain what we find.
  • You get a written estimate in PKR, and nothing starts until you agree.
  • We repair, road-test, and explain what was done before you collect the car.

What we will not do

  • Start work without your approval
  • Add extra jobs to the bill without asking
  • Hide what was replaced
  • Pressure you into repairs that can wait

How we explain problems

We try to explain faults in plain language. Instead of “your ECU is reporting a fault”, we say what the car has noticed, what could cause it, and how we will find out. If you want the technical detail, we give it. If you want a short answer, we give that.

Honest about limits

If a job needs equipment or expertise we do not have, we say so. Telling you early is better than a failed repair. For example, we do not work on fully electric vehicles.

Recognised by Shell

Safdar Auto Workshop has been recognised for promoting and selling Shell lubricants: a Shell Helix recognition plaque in 2017, a Shell Certificate of Appreciation in 2019 and the Helix Royal Club Excellence Award in 2024. We sell Shell motor oils at the workshop. See the Shell lubricants shop for the range.

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A Safdar Auto Workshop representative receiving a Shell and RTM recognition plaque
Receiving a Shell and RTM recognition plaque for Safdar Auto Workshop
Shell Tum Kamaal Karte Ho billboard in Lahore
Shell campaign billboard in Lahore

Frequently asked questions

Who runs the workshop?

Safdar Ali, owner and head mechanic, who started the workshop in May 1996 and has over 30 years of experience. He leads the team directly.

How long have you been in business?

Safdar Auto Workshop started in May 1996, so we have over 30 years in business.

Want this checked on your car?

Call or WhatsApp Safdar Auto Workshop on 0300 9406506 or visit us at Qasayon Wali Gali, Shah Taj Colony, Walton Rd, Lahore (Shah Jahan Street, behind Basra Brothers). We give a written estimate before any work starts.

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