Edmonton's VW, Audi & Miata specialists

We also service & repair all other European imports, Asian imports & domestics.

8733 53 Ave NW, Edmonton

Dear Valued Customers,

The team at Rivercity Motors Ltd. would like to thank you for your support over the last 6 years – it has been an adventure full of exciting challenges. We believe that we owe our success to staying true to our mission to offer 100% honest and upfront service and repair to our customers.

As we face the current challenges related to the COVID-19 crisis, we would like to assure you that we are taking every possible step to ensure the safety and health of our team and our customers.

Here is how we are keeping you safe:

All bookings are taken over the phone or by email. We ask customers to drop off their vehicles and keys without entering the building by using an envelope and secure key dropbox. The front door remains locked, and only employees are allowed to enter the building.
Phones, keyboards, computers, counters and staffroom are sanitized regularly.
All parts are dropped off outside and disinfected before entering the shop.
Our technicians retrieve keys using gloves and immediately sanitize the keys.
The key dropbox, doors, and handles are disinfected hourly (or more frequently if we know there has been contact).
Before entering a vehicle, the technicians use gloves and then the door handle is sanitized.
Before entering the vehicle, we sanitize the inside door handle, steering wheel, seat belt buckle, and shifter. Seat and steering wheel covers are also used.
New gloves are used during repairs.
Once your repairs are completed, the vehicle is moved to the front parking lot and sanitized again.
All payments are made remotely using e-transfer or credit card over the phone. Your keys are sanitized again by front staff, and returned to you without any direct contact.

If you need any repairs or maintenance for your vehicle at this time, be assured that you can safely bring your vehicle to Rivercity Motors. We would like to be able to keep our doors open, our employees working, and to keep you driving safely during these uncertain times.

If you are not able to bring your vehicle into the shop because you are working long hours or are self isolating, we can arrange to pick up your vehicle and return it free of charge. Please contact us for more information.

Thank you again for your support over the years. We hope to hear from you soon!

The team at Rivercity Motors,

Chris, Linnea, Bill, Patrick, Andy, and Jon

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)

What can we do for you?

Call (780) 450-3999 or send us a message

Google Rating

5.0

Based on 130 reviews

Rivercity Motors

5.0

Hydrain

19:18 03 Aug 20

Been here lots with everything from an rs3 to a golf GTI, great shop

A M

21:08 31 Jul 20

As a female, who knows very little about cars and their parts, I absolutely love bringing my Audi here for all services because they don’t make me feel unintelligent for not being a car person. It can be overwhelming and a bit intimidating getting your car serviced if you’re a person like me who doesn’t know much about cars but these guys are always super helpful and explain everything in detail. I don’t know if they are aware of how much people like me appreciate their customer service but that’s what makes this place great! They just seem like genuinely helpful people and are great at what they do.

Kevin

22:30 30 Jul 20

Car drives straight again. Couldn't be happier.

Nik P

03:01 30 Jul 20

Bring my wife's X5 here for small and big service, no issues, before that they serviced my Audi. Steer clear from stealerships, bring your Euro to this team.

Jason S.

23:12 27 Jul 20

Well, it was painful for me to let anyone else touch my Roadster as I am a Red Seal Automotive Journeyman myself. However, due to the COVID Restrictions, I do not have the means to work on my own vehicles which I ALWAYS do. A technician taking their vehicle to another technician is like a Doctor going to see another Doctor. However, by the time I had so much as called to book my vehicle in, I could tell I was in good hands. I was treated with the utmost respect when calling in and I feel as though my concerns were addressed. Upon dropping off my vehicle, ALL "social distancing" guidelines were firmly adhered to. I required a road test with Chris, and he made sure to wear a mask and gloves before entering my vehicle. The road test was completed and Chris had a fairly good idea were to start. At that point I knew I had left my vehicle in VERY capable hands. Early in the afternoon I received a very detailed email to inform me that the work was completed and what had been found. I can honestly say that my bill was MUCH less than I was bracing for. So much so that I was convinced that Chris and the technician on my vehicle definitely deserved some Ice Caps for their service on a +30 degree day. When I went to pick up my vehicle it was as clean as I dropped it off and nicely parked in the shade. If anyone was required to touch my vehicle other than myself again, River City will forever be my first stop. It may just be a little Roadster, but it's MY pride and joy. They definitely treated as if it was their pride and joy too.

Spencer P.

20:54 08 Jul 20

Bill and the rest of the team at Rivercity Motors are fantastic. They care about your car as much as you do. They always provide ample information about the repair they are doing as well as suggested repairs for the future. I trust bringing my Audi here over the dealership.

Mike M.

20:22 27 Jun 20

I've brought my Golf Alltrack in for work twice (suspension and shifter upgrades) and have been very impressed by River City's professional service and friendly staff.

Cheyanne W.

22:38 23 Jun 20

I have always had a great customer service experience with my vehicle. Staff are friendly, welcoming and professional. I highly recommend Rivercity Motors, especially if you have a Volkswagen or Audi!

Kevin C.

01:52 03 Jun 20

The entire team at Rivercity Motors went above and beyond multiple times to help me diagnosis a problem I was having with my Golf. Fantastic, knowledgeable, and trustworthy work by everyone at the shop. I cannot recommend highly enough. I won't be going anywhere else from now on.

Fei W.

21:01 13 May 20

Brought a Mk4 Jetta here for a repair. The bill and other at Rivercity did a great work not only on fix my ride by also explain to me what is going on with the car even with my super navie questions. This is Hands-down the best auto shop I ever expenriced.

Wil S.

20:38 12 May 20

It can be VERY hard to find a reliable, trustworthy mechanic. As someone who began fixing their own cars almost as soon as I started driving (partly to save money and partly because of this reason), I can 100% recommend Rivercity Motors.One of the repairs I refuse to undertake myself is a clutch replacement on newer model FWD cars, because you basically have to disassemble the whole front end to do it. I had my clutch replaced here, along with the required wheel alignment after dropping the subframe, and another ancillary job done which was outside my capabilities having to work on the ground, since it was something that a lift made much easier. The quality of the work is excellent. I have zero complaints about the service provided. There were several missing bolts in my car when I brought it in (unbeknownst to me), and Chris called to let me know, along with a couple of other things which while not critically needed repairs, would need to be done eventually. The labor rate is slightly higher than your basic shops like Canadian Tire for example, but lower than a stealership, and there is no unreasonable markup on parts they order for you. The assurance of having techs who actually KNOW what they're doing (which is not always guaranteed), and who CARE about cars and their clients is very nice, and definitely worth the cost of their labor.You can deal with Rivercity Motors with confidence. They do good work, fairly priced, and are honest and up-front with any issues that may arise during the repair.

Sabine S.

18:09 29 Apr 20

Chris, Bill and their team run a excellent shop! Their always been very informative and friendly. It's nice to meet real passionate. I really enjoy their diagnostic system with shown pictures of damage before repairs. I would highly recommend them!

Greganomix G.

03:01 13 Apr 20

I was dealing with pug city euro works. One day I call to find out they closed their doors and possibly permanently. In doing so I instantly starting hitting up my friends to find a new mechanics who I can trust. River city came up through my most trusted lines for dealing with my car so I bit! Spoke to Chris on the phone and he was a gem to deal with. Answered all my questions and possible insights into things I had concerns about with my car so I got an appointment setup to drop it off Their drop box system was convenient and easy to use plus there is some extra details on the drop box envelope to check off if you forgot some stuff well speaking with Chris. Dropped my car off and got a call the next day with all the answers I was looking for about my car. Little did I know but they send an email with all the concerns they found well looking the car over. In the Email it broke things down so nice and easy to see exactly what I was looking at. What damages have happened and what needs to be replaced. Even the super small details mechanics always find that we brush off was in that email! All the way down to a lose screw which was a huge noise problem for me For the pricing I paid for the work I got done I have to say is beyond fair. I was shocked at the work I got done and what I paid. I would say it’s more then fair for their pricing and I see myself now having a new professional mechanic. Life is good again 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 My photos are of my report. Love how simple it was. Love my experience

Laurent D

05:08 09 Mar 20

Best Mecanical Shop in town, quality service is exceptional. Bill and Chris are two great guys, always honest and helpful on every angle. I brought all my cars there since 2016 and I have nothing to say beside good things.

Melody C.

04:59 07 Mar 20

I had a really great experience. Everyone was very knowledgeable and helpful. I will definitely be back!

Stephen W.

00:19 20 Feb 20

Bill and the team are very professional, personable, and friendly. They build some cool cars and have a great car show every year. Thanks guys! See you soon but hopefully not TOO soon..

Jake

20:03 18 Feb 20

Brought my friends Q5 here for a Check Engine Light. The staff at Rivercity was completely understanding of our poor financial situation and did everything they could to work with us. Just understanding the situation means a lot more to the customer then what it may seem. The service was above and beyond excellent.

Dory W.

01:41 14 Feb 20

Chris and Bill run an amazing shop here. I have always received honest and genuine service from them. They are both extremely knowledgeable on VW and Audi vehicles. I trust their judgement and their hour quotes with out hesitation. Definitely bring your vehicle here if you need service.

Dakota B.

05:42 05 Feb 20

First time taking my Audi S4 there, I was super impressed with how fast and accommodating they were. I took my car in for a light in the dash and they noticed a wheel bearing was on its way out. Before they even phoned me had a quote together with parts and labour. I will deffinatly be taking my car back to them for any future maintenance!!

Josh D.

03:47 02 Feb 20

Very talented mechanics and unreal customer service by the front desk. I don’t think I’ve ever had any type of service this well. Very transparent and experienced with Volkswagen but I will take all my cars there now.

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Been here lots with everything from an rs3 to a golf GTI, great shopread more

Hydrain

19:18 03 Aug 20

A M

21:08 31 Jul 20

Car drives straight again. Couldn't be happier.

Kevin

22:30 30 Jul 20

Bring my wife's X5 here for small and big service, no issues, before that they serviced my Audi. Steer clear from stealerships, bring your Euro to this team.read more

Nik P

03:01 30 Jul 20

Jason S.

23:12 27 Jul 20

Spencer P.

20:54 08 Jul 20

I've brought my Golf Alltrack in for work twice (suspension and shifter upgrades) and have been very impressed by River City's professional service and friendly staff.read more

Mike M.

20:22 27 Jun 20

Cheyanne W.

22:38 23 Jun 20

Kevin C.

01:52 03 Jun 20

Fei W.

21:01 13 May 20

Wil S.

20:38 12 May 20

Sabine S.

18:09 29 Apr 20

Greganomix G.

03:01 13 Apr 20

Laurent D

05:08 09 Mar 20

I had a really great experience. Everyone was very knowledgeable and helpful. I will definitely be back!read more

Melody C.

04:59 07 Mar 20

Bill and the team are very professional, personable, and friendly. They build some cool cars and have a great car show every year. Thanks guys! See you soon but hopefully not TOO soon..read more

Stephen W.

00:19 20 Feb 20

Jake

20:03 18 Feb 20

Dory W.

01:41 14 Feb 20

Dakota B.

05:42 05 Feb 20

Josh D.

03:47 02 Feb 20

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.