Welcome to Martin's Automotive,
your car service in Bellingham, WA!
If you’re looking for auto repair in Bellingham, WA, you’ve found us. Here at Martin's Automotive we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a Bellingham car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Our professional automotive service offers you years of combined expertise from our well-trained technicians. We treat our auto repair professionals well because we value their skill and can-do attitude. We know our team sets us apart, saving you time and money, not to mention worry. When it comes to auto repair in Bellingham, we are totally confident that Martin's Automotive is the best option in town!
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About Martin's Automotive Bellingham, WA
Martin’s Automotive has been around since 1967, when it originally opened up as a radiator repair and muffler shop in Ferndale, Washington. Since then, we have moved locations to a much larger space off the Guide Meridian and also expanded our area of focus to full-service auto repair, maintenance, transmission repair, and much more.
Are you ready to experience the best Bellingham car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service in Bellingham, WA
What sets Martin's Automotive apart from all of the others in Bellingham, WA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Bellingham, WA, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At Martin's Automotive, you can rest easy knowing that our highly-skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to the Bellingham auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Bellingham, WA, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
2013 Ford F-150
- Installed new serpentine belts. .
2005 Honda Element
- When we received the vehicle the battery was completely dead but using a jumper battery the vehicle started – noted the battery light was on when driving into the shop. Tested the charging system – has no output. Verified alternator has battery power and ground. Recommend replacing the alternator before diagnosis continues. Ok'd to proceed. After repairs we retested the charging system – is operating properly putting out 14.1 volts. .
- Installed new alternator assembly. .
- Lights operating properly. Cabin air filters were very dirty – we replaced them. Battery tests good with 610 cold cranking amps, is rated at 500. Fluid levels full but brake and clutch fluids are very dirty. Engine air filter, belt, and hoses look ok. Front tires have 8/32 tread remaining and rears 9/32, 32psi. Front brakes appear to have 8mm remaining and rears 3mm – recommend a brake inspection next service. CV axles, steering, suspension, and exhaust appear intact. Reset service reminder. .
2023 Toyota Tacoma
- Installed new muffler and resonator. .
2010 Toyota RAV4
- Entering the vehicle we noted the TPMS light is on – transmitters 1 and 4 no signal. License plate light was out – we replaced it. Battery tests good with 738 cold cranking amps, is rated at 650. Air filter, belt, and hoses look good. Fluid levels full. Tires have 8/32 tread remaining, 37psi. Front brakes appear to have 5mm remaining and rears 7mm. CV axles, steering, and suspension are intact. Reset service reminder. .
2020 Honda CR-V
- Lights operating properly. Battery tests good with 674 cold cranking amps, is rated at 450. Cabin air filter is collecting some debris – may need replaced next service. Engine air filter, belt, and hoses look good. Fluid levels are full and condition good. Front and rear brakes appear to have 9mm remaining. Steering, suspension, CV axles, and exhaust are intact. Reset service reminder. .
- Rotated tires. Front tires now have 4/32 tread remaining and rears 6.5/32, 33psi. .
2007 Toyota Yaris
- Removed and replaced resonator with broken hanger and outlet
2008 BMW 550i
- Repaired loose exhaust and deleted resonator. .
2012 Toyota Tundra
- Inspect Exhaust – Customer states one of the welds broke apart by the muffler. He cut some off and is in back of truck. Inspect and advise.
- Repair existing tailpipes and re-install with hangers
2004 Ford Excursion
- Documented vehicle with pictures. Hoisted vehicle for inspection. Exhaust has been cut and catalytic converter is missing. Rear oxygen sensor is still in place. Recommend replacing the catalytic converter before inspection continues. Ok'd to proceed. .
- Installed new catalytic converter with pipes. .
2018 RAM 3500 HD
- Exhaust – Install new pipe and tip
2016 Dodge Grand Caravan
- Verified customers concern. Scanned modules for codes – received P0304 (misfire cylinder 4). Tested the ignition coil for cylinder 4 – is bad. Knowing that worn spark plugs are the number one cause of coil failure we removed the spark plug and found it has a gap of 0.55", maximum spec is .043". Recommend replacing the spark plugs and ignition coil before diagnosis continues. Ok'd to proceed. After repairs we cleared the code and test drove without incident – vehicle ran properly and no codes set. .
- Installed new spark plugs and 1 ignition coil. Reassembled with a new plenum gasket. .
2015 Mazda 5
- Lights operating properly. Battery tests good with 514 cold cranking amps, is rated at 640. Air filter, belt, and hoses look good. Fluid levels full. Tires have 9&10/32 tread remaining, 34psi. Steering, suspension, CV axles, and exhaust are intact. .
- Rotated tires. While they were removed from the vehicle we inspected the brakes. Front brake pads have 6mm remaining and rears 5mm, are wearing properly. .