Edmonton's VW, Audi & Miata specialists
We also service & repair all other European imports, Asian imports & domestics.
8733 53 Ave NW, Edmonton
Red Seal Technicians
2 Year/40k KM Guarantee*
Warranty Approved Service
We’re Edmonton’s VW & Audi experts! With VW Master Technicians on-site, you know your VW/Audi is in good hands. We also love and race Miatas, and have lots of experience working on these awesome cars. You don’t need a VW, Audi, or Miata to get the Rivercity treatment, though! We repair, service, and modify all makes and models.
Stop by sometime!
(Mon-Fri, 8-5)
Google Rating
Based on 252 reviews
The business charges fair prices, keeps to promised deadlines, and the owner is affable. I have gone here for several years. Some other auto service places try to replace everything under the hood. If there are more services required to be done, they explain the reasoning for this and the options. They don't pressure you into buying over-priced or unnecessary auto services.read more
Glen H
19:39 23 Oct 21
Incredibly friendly and helpful. Won't go anywhere else.read more
Cody “.
21:53 30 Sep 21
Great experience getting my VW Golf TDI serviced at Rivercity Motors. They were able to trace down the cause of an occasional exhaust odour to a misaligned clamp and fixed it at minimal cost. I thought for sure I would be looking at partial exhaust system replacement. They were also able to identify several other potential issues and provided a thorough report with pictures to back up the findings. Very professional!read more
Robert K.
20:12 29 Sep 21
Always professional and have been great to deal with. Have used them multiple times on my aging Audi S4 for diagnosis and repair and they have been incredibly thorough. Also went from stage 1 to 2 on my B8 and would definitely recommend that..lol.read more
Jeff M.
16:40 15 Sep 21
I was there for a short while when they changed the broken passenger side mirror and it looks wonderful. They have always been good to me. Thanks so much for the great serviceread more
Tammy S.
23:09 14 Sep 21
As always they are so awesome, so much so that I brought my 04 Avant back from kelowna to have the work done....Trust goes a long long way. Thanks again guys.read more
A S.
21:29 14 Sep 21
Was recommended to bring my miata here for some work and so glad I did. I was kept in the loop of what was going on via text while I was at work so I knew what was happening. The cost was well within reason too. I'll definitely be bringing my car back there when necessary. Thanks guys!!!! 😊read more
trina H.
00:11 09 Sep 21
Really good service. Effective staff. Highly recommended.read more
raven S.
20:00 08 Sep 21
Had the pleasure of visiting River City Motors today to get a wheel alignment done.The service was excellent and staff was fantastic! Competitive pricing and the friendly environment was more then sufficient to win this customer over! Great job guys!read more
Twistedaxle R.
19:54 03 Sep 21
Was immediately impressed when I had my first phone conversation. It felt like I was talking with a professional rather that a appointment intake clerk. Problems were quickly identified and communicated with pictures. They have my business going forward.read more
Bill L
19:08 28 Aug 21
Amazing service on my 90K check on vw passat! They were very professional and took the time to explain everything, they beat the price of the VW dealership and made sure everything was done right! Thank you again!read more
Matt S.
20:17 21 Aug 21
My wife's VW Jetta quit charging on the way up to Edmonton, about 150 kms from home. I called Chris at Rivercity Motors, told him I thought she could make it to his shop. They not only tracked down a new alternator, but had it in hand by the time she got there. She needed to get back home right away, and the car was fixed and ready by 5:00. Absolutely amazing service and a very reasonable price. I can't say thank you enough times to these great folks at Rivercity.read more
G Brooke C.
05:39 19 Aug 21
Excellent service from simple oil changes to working on high performance cars. Both service and knowledge is A+. Highly recommend.read more
Dzmitry Y
02:51 17 Aug 21
Fantastic shop to work with. They upgraded my clutch and performed an ECU tune. I'll be going back to get more work done!While waiting on exhaust parts, they loaned me a test pipe and later swapped it out for the catted version for no extra charge. Above and beyond my expectations.More recently helped me diagnose and sort out a DIY project gone-wrong!read more
Greg
20:06 14 Aug 21
I have been going to Rivercity Motors for years, now, after I had an extremely negative experience with a VW dealership. From the very first time I called they have been patient and understanding of my car anxieties (never taking advantage of my inquiries) while providing exemplary service at every single visit. I've referred multiple family members to this shop and it is now their go to mechanic as well.read more
Chris-Anne F.
21:39 05 Aug 21
I checked around before giving them the go- ahead: the work needed, timelines and prices quoted were very competitive. The work was done in the timelines they gave and lower than the cost originally quoted. Their knowledge of Volkswagens is comparable if not better than the dealerships and professionalism is second to none. I don’t hesitate to recommend.read more
Sean H.
14:25 01 Aug 21
Rivercity Motors has been my go to for my vehicle repairs for at least the past 3 years. I am never disappointed by their services and the quality of the work performed. They will never suggest making repairs unless your vehicle requires it. They will point out items that start wearing out, therefore, it isn't news when it is time to fix it. I like the full digital vehicle report I received after my service is done. It includes pictures and an explanation of what you are looking at and what the problem is. The digital format makes it easy to refer to when you need it.read more
Isabelle P.
21:49 28 Jul 21
Services performed: Cold Air Intake Installation, Oil Change and 4 wheel alignmentEdmonton is spoiled with a few great VW/Audi shops but I cannot say enough good things about the team at Rivercity. David does a great job quarterbacking all the inquiries and Patrick completed all the work on my car beautifully.The service report is an awesome touch and easily pinpoints areas of future maintenance for a lazy person like myself. Do not hesitate to bring your car here.read more
Jeremy de S.
20:24 27 Jul 21
Rivercity Motors came highly recommended to me when I was researching specialty VW shops in Edmonton. I have 2018 Golf R that I have taken exclusively to them and have experienced nothing but transparent, honest advice and excellent service from their experienced team.During COVID they also have set up separate protocols and procedures to make servicing your car safe and easy.read more
Jeremy De S.
20:22 27 Jul 21
Great Service! Got my car back ahead of time. They took a video of the issue to show me. They didn't try to hide anything.read more
Matt M.
02:14 26 Jul 21
Diagnostics & Repairs
Car problems? We’re here to help with any issue, big or small. Our shop is fully equipped and AMVIC licensed, and our technicians and staff are passionate about cars and customer service.
Vehicle Inspections
Whether you’re buying a used vehicle, you need an insurance inspection, or you’d just like a general check-up, we’ve got vehicle inspection options to give you the full picture and peace of mind.
Racing Setup & Mods
We love racing! We’ll help get you to the track with style, quality, performance, and safety. Come to us for corner weight balancing, racing alignment, ECM tuning, tires & more! We’re also your local source for Burger Motorsports and Eurodyne parts & service!
Fluids & Maintenance
Keep your ride running right with regular maintenance! We offer warranty approved service, tune-ups, fluid & oil changes, tire rotation, brake service, and anything else your vehicle needs to stay healthy.
Wheels & Tires
We’ve got great wheel and tire options for everything from racing setups to winter tire packages, including brands like Continental, Bridgestone, Pirelli, Rotiform, BBS, RAC, and more. Be sure to check out our winter tire options!
Wheel Alignments
Edmonton roads can take a toll on your vehicle’s alignment. Set it straight with regular wheel alignment service. We’ve got your alignment covered for all makes and models.
Walnut Blasting
Carbon buildup on intake valves is a reality with direct injection engines. Let us get you cleaned up with our specialized walnut blasting process!
Meet our team
Owner, Operations
Chris has been too busy serving customers to provide his bio. Coming soon 🙂
Service/Parts Specialist & Relations Manager
Bill has been in the automotive industry for over 15 years and loves live music and all sorts of cars.
Technician
Patrick is a Red Seal Journeyman from Ireland who likes RS3's and motorbiking.
Technician
Andrew is a VW master technician from the East Coast of England who loves Minis and F1 racing.
Technician
Jon is from Ontario, and a big fan of German cars and VW's (particularly his 2004.5 GLI with over 320K kms).
We're always looking for awesome technicians to help our customers. Are you awesome? Drop us a line!