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
2012 RAM Pickup
- Verified code. Cleared code and test drove while monitoring data. Code reset almost immediately and we noted a fluctuation in line pressure of +/- 20psi, should be 5psi. We unplugged the line pressure sensor and tested the wiring voltages. Is a 3 wire and should have 1.5volt reference, 5volt, and ground. We found a ground and 2 5volt wires. Disconnected the wiring harness from the PCM and tested continuity of the individual wires – are good. Tested output from the PCM for the reference wire – has 5volts. Recommend replacing the PCM before diagnosis continues. Ok'd to proceed. After repairs we test drove the vehicle twice for over 30 miles without incident – no codes set and the engine/transmission operates properly. .
- Installed and programmed new PCM. .
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2018 Subaru Crosstrek
- Lights operating properly. Battery tests good with 344 cold cranking amps, is rated at 470. Cabin and engine air filters look good. Fluid levels full. Belt and hoses in good condition. Front brakes appear to have 8mm remaining and rears 5mm. Steering, suspension, exhaust, and CV axles are intact. Reset service reminder. .
- Rotated tires and torqued wheels to spec. Tread remaining is 6/32, pressure set to 33psi. .
2016 Mazda CX-5
- Lights operating properly. Battery tests good with 662 cold cranking amps, is rated at 550. Cabin and engine air filters are in good condition. Fluid levels full. Belt and hoses look good. Engine oil drain plug was starting to strip out, we replaced it. Front brakes appear to have 5mm remaining, rears 3mm. Steering, suspension, CV axles, and exhaust appear intact. Reset service reminder. .
2015 Chrysler Town & Country
- Removed existing resonator and muffler. Welded in new resonator and muffler with splice pipes and hangers. .
2012 RAM Pickup
- Verified customers concern. Removed door panel and accessed the window motor – is not getting power. Tested the window switch – has power in but not out. Recommend replacing the drivers master window switch before diagnosis continues. Ok'd to proceed. After repairs the window operates properly. .
- Installed new drivers door master switch. .
2011 Subaru Outback
- Front brake pads have quite a bit of material left but the inner rotors have a rust ring where the pads should contact. Rear brake pads are down to 1.5mm remaining. Recommend replacing front and rear brake pads with rotors. Ok'd to proceed. After repairs we test drove the vehicle – brakes are operating properly an no noises heard. .
- Installed new front brake pads and rotors. Cleaned and lubricated caliper slides. .
- Installed new rear brake pads and rotors. Cleaned and lubricated caliper slides. .
- Test drove and verified a banging noise. Hoisted vehicle for inspection. Steering and suspension components are all tight. Inspecting the exhaust we found an exhaust shield broken off of a catalytic converter. We secured the shield and test drove the vehicle again – heard no further noises. .
- Polished both headlight covers. .
2012 Dodge Journey
- Lights operating properly. Battery tests good – appears fairly new. Air filter, belt, and hoses look ok. We topped off the transmission fluid – left axle seal is leaking. Other fluid levels full. Tires have 7/32 tread remaining, 38 psi. Front brakes have 6mm remaining, rears are at service limit. Noted bolts rusted off an exhaust flange. Steering, suspension, and CV axles appear intact. Reset service reminder. .
- Drilled out rusted bolts and cleaned flange. Reassembled with new bolts. .
- Installed new rear brake pads and rotors.. .
- When removed the axle to access the seal we found the support bearing on the inner axle damaged and bearings gone, assume this allowed movement which damaged the seal. Recommend replacing inner axle during repairs. Ok'd to proceed. Installed new seal and inner axle. .
2009 Dodge Pickup
- Installed new tail pipe assembly, welded on new tip. .
- Installed new pinion seal and topped off the fluid. Cleaned area of debris and test drove. Reinspected and found the rear differential dry. .
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. .