Mercy Motors

Mercy Motors South Peninsula based mechanical workshop aimed at helping those who cannot afford exorbitant labor fees.

Is Your Clutch Crying for Help? ⚙️⚠️A worn-out clutch rarely fails without warning. It drops hints long before it comple...
03/06/2026

Is Your Clutch Crying for Help? ⚙️⚠️
A worn-out clutch rarely fails without warning. It drops hints long before it completely gives up the ghost and leaves you stranded on the side of the road. Take a look at the image on our poster—that's a direct comparison between a completely fresh, high-quality replacement kit and an old, worn clutch kit that was suffering from heavy friction depletion.

Ignoring the early warning signs doesn't just mean a heavier pedal; it can actively destroy your vehicle's flywheel and transmission, turning a standard replacement into a massive, eye-watering repair bill.

5 Warning Signs You Can't Ignore:
- Slipping: Your engine revs climb higher, but your car fails to gain speed—especially noticeable when tackling steep hills or accelerating in high gears.
- Spongy or Sticky Pedal: The clutch pedal feels strangely soft, unusually stiff, or literally gets stuck halfway to the floorboards.
- Trouble Shifting: Rough resistance, stiffness, or audible grinding noises when trying to select a gear (especially first or reverse).
- Burning Smell: A harsh, acrid chemical odor caused by excessive friction and overheating under the bonnet.
- Odd Noises: Growling, rattling, or squeaking sounds when you press or release the pedal, signaling a failing release bearing.

Shift Smoothly with Mercy Motors
If your vehicle is showing any of these red flags, don't wait for a total breakdown to force your hand.

📍 Unit D9, Real Key Park, 22 Lekkerwater Road, Sunnydale.
📞 Lourens on 064 128 9507 to chat about your car or book an inspection today!
🌐 www.mercymotors.co.za or scan the QR code for fast info.

| Is Running on Empty Costing You More? ⛽❌|With fuel prices hitting wallets hard, it’s tempting to stretch every tank ri...
01/06/2026

| Is Running on Empty Costing You More? ⛽❌|
With fuel prices hitting wallets hard, it’s tempting to stretch every tank right down to the reserve light. But running on fumes is a massive gamble for your engine.

Over the years, dirt, rust, and debris naturally settle at the very bottom of your fuel tank. When you run your car deep into the reserve, your fuel pump sucks up this concentrated sludge.
The result? Clogged fuel filters, choked injectors, sluggish performance, and an incredibly expensive repair bill.

Two Simple Steps to Protect Your Wallet:
- Ditch the Reserve: Try to fill up before your fuel light comes on to keep the bottom-of-the-tank debris right where it belongs.
- Annual Injector Clean: Adding a high-quality injector cleaner to a full tank of fuel just once a year breaks down stubborn carbon deposits, restores fuel efficiency, and prevents costly injector replacements.

Keep Your Fuel System Healthy with Mercy Motors
If your car is already stuttering, losing power, or heavy on fuel, let our team look after it. From professional fuel system flush treatments to major mechanical care, we'll keep your car running efficiently.

📍 Unit D9, Real Key Park, 22 Lekkerwater Road, Sunnydale.
📞 Lourens on 064 128 9507 to book an inspection or grab a top-tier injector cleaner treatment today
🌐 www.mercymotors.co.za or scan our QR code for quick info.


Think Silent Brakes Mean Safe Brakes? Think AgainWaiting for your brakes to screech before checking them is a costly gam...
29/05/2026

Think Silent Brakes Mean Safe Brakes? Think Again
Waiting for your brakes to screech before checking them is a costly gamble that puts your safety at risk. Many drivers don’t know that brake wear indicators can easily rust, snap off, or be completely absent on aftermarket pads.

If you're relying entirely on sound, you could be driving on completely depleted pads. This leads to harsh metal-on-metal grinding that destroys your expensive brake discs and drastically cuts your stopping power when you need it most on wet, slippery roads. A professional visual check is the only way to guarantee your family's safety.

Get a Professional Brake Check at Mercy Motors...
Don't risk a dangerous braking failure. Our expert team will visually inspect your entire braking system to ensure total peace of mind before the next heavy rain hits.

Unit D9, Real Key Park, 22 Lekkerwater Road, Sunnydale.
Call Lourens on 064 128 9507 to secure your booking.
www.mercymotors.co.za for quick info or scan our QR code

| THE STRUGGLE WITH BEING SEASIDE |Don’t Let Winter Rust Ruin Your Car!Winter rains and coastal moisture accelerate rust...
27/05/2026

| THE STRUGGLE WITH BEING SEASIDE |

Don’t Let Winter Rust Ruin Your Car!
Winter rains and coastal moisture accelerate rust, silently attacking your car’s body panels and undercarriage. At Mercy Motors, we provide comprehensive rust prevention and remediation services to protect your investment and maintain your vehicle’s structural integrity.

4 Critical Rust Vulnerabilities:
- Trapped Coastal Moisture: Silent corrosion forms in hidden areas of your undercarriage after driving on wet, salty roads.
- Hidden Surface Rust: Water penetrates small paint chips, initiating unseen corrosion behind lower body panels and doors.
- Blocked Drain Channels: Dirt and road debris clog vital door and rocker panel drains, trapping moisture permanently against the metal.
- Compromised Structure: Deep, unchecked corrosion leads to structural failures and failed roadworthy inspections.

Secure Your Car against Corrosion with Mercy Motors
Protect your vehicle before the wet weather takes hold. Our team inspects for hidden rust, and provides professional body work repairs with exceptional results.

Visit our workshop at Unit D9, Real Key Park, 22 Lekkerwater Road, Sunnydale.
Contact Lourens on 064 128 9507 to book your preventative inspection today.
You can also scan our QR code or visit www.mercymotors.co.za for quick info.



| Is Your Car Ready for the Cold? |Winter rains and freezing mornings place intense mechanical strain on your vehicle. D...
25/05/2026

| Is Your Car Ready for the Cold? |
Winter rains and freezing mornings place intense mechanical strain on your vehicle. Dropping temperatures can quickly turn minor hidden weaknesses into sudden, costly breakdowns on wet, misty roads. Staying safe requires paying close attention to a few critical components before the severe weather catches you off guard.

5 Critical Winter Vulnerabilities:
- Sapped Battery Power: Cold weather drastically reduces battery cranking power right when your engine needs it most to turn over, leading to unexpected morning failures.
- Tyre Pressure Drop: Plunging temperatures contract the air inside your tyres, causing sudden pressure loss that compromises handling and increases your risk of hydroplaning.
- Starter Care: Ensure quick, reliable starts on freezing mornings when your engine demands the most power.
- Thickened Engine Oil: Low temperatures cause engine oil to thicken, delaying vital startup lubrication and putting an extra burden on your starting system.
- Blinded Visibility: Summer-baked wiper blades quickly harden and streak across the glass, an issue made worse when a faulty demister allows heavy condensation to blanket your windows.
- Frozen Engine Coolant: An incorrect antifreeze concentration can allow your coolant mix to freeze overnight, leading to catastrophic internal damage like ruptured hoses or a cracked block.

Get Winter-Ready with Mercy Motors
Don't wait for a winter breakdown to compromise your safety. Our team provides comprehensive winter safety inspections to identify and resolve these seasonal vulnerabilities before they cause major trouble.

BOOK YOUR SERVICE with us at Unit D9, Real Key Park, 22 Lekkerwater Road, Sunnydale.
contact Lourens on 064 128 9507 to book your inspection today.
You can also visit www.mercymotors.co.za or scan our QR code for quick appointments and info...

|VEHICLE LEAKS INTERNALLY|The Vulnerability: Windscreen & Engine Bay LeaksWhen winter downpours hit, a wet cabin floor o...
21/05/2026

|VEHICLE LEAKS INTERNALLY|
The Vulnerability: Windscreen & Engine Bay Leaks
When winter downpours hit, a wet cabin floor or a persistently fogging dashboard is more than an inconvenience—it is a direct threat to your vehicle’s electrical systems and interior health.

Internal vehicle flooding during the rainy season typically originates from two critical failure points:

-Windscreen Seal Degradation:
The urethane adhesive sealing your windscreen degrades over time due to UV exposure and body flex, creating microscopic channels that allow water to bypass the frame and run directly behind the dashboard.

-Clogged Engine Bay Cowl Drains:
Located just below your wipers, these channels frequently become impacted with leaves and road debris. When they clog, rainwater pools and overflows directly into the cabin’s freshwater ventilation intake, soaking the passenger footwell and damaging internal electronics.

What to Check Out For: Early Warning Signs
To protect your investment, keep a sharp eye out for early warning signs before a minor leak becomes a major electrical failure:

-Damp or Stained Carpets: Frequently check the footwells, especially on the passenger side and beneath floor mats.
-Persistent Musty Odors: A stale, damp smell that worsens when the heater or air conditioning is running.
-Heavy Internal Condensation: Excessive fogging or moisture on the inside of the glass after a storm.
-Electrical Gremlins: Erratic dashboard lights, central locking glitches, or radio malfunctions caused by water dripping onto wiring harnesses.

Bring your vehicle to our workshop at Unit D9, Real Key Park, 22 Lekkerwater Road, Sunnydale, or contact us to schedule a preventative inspection and secure your vehicle against the winter weather.

www.mercymotors.co.za
LOURENS 064 128 9507
REAL KEY PARK - 22 LEKKERWATER RD, SUNNYDALE

⚠️ URGENT NOTICE: CLOSED TUESDAY, 12 May 🔊 Due to the Orange Level 8 severe weather warnings and the ongoing national di...
11/05/2026

⚠️ URGENT NOTICE: CLOSED TUESDAY, 12 May 🔊

Due to the Orange Level 8 severe weather warnings and the ongoing national disaster situation in the Western Cape, Mercy Motors will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, 12 May.

With gale-force winds exceeding 80 km/h and disruptive flooding expected across Cape Town, the safety of our team and customers is our priority. We urge everyone to stay off the roads and seek secure shelter.

We will reopen Wednesday, 13 May, as normal.
Stay safe and dry! 🌧️💨

🌩️ IMPORTANT NOTICE: TEMPORARY CLOSURE 🌩️Due to severe weather warnings in the area, Mercy Motors will be CLOSED for bus...
10/05/2026

🌩️ IMPORTANT NOTICE: TEMPORARY CLOSURE 🌩️
Due to severe weather warnings in the area, Mercy Motors will be CLOSED for business tomorrow, Monday, 11 May 2026.

The safety of our team and our community is our top priority. We plan to resume normal operations as soon as it is safe to do so. Please take note of the following safety precautions if you must be on the roads:

🛡️ Stay Safe on the Roads:
Keep Safe Driving Distance: Maintain a safe following distance at all times to give yourself time to react.

- Beware of Sudden Wind Gusts: Strong winds can affect vehicle control, especially on open roads and bridges.

- Be Vigilant Regarding Fallen Debris: Watch out for fallen branches, signage, and other debris.

Drive With Care: Reduce your speed, stay alert, and avoid distractions.

📍 Visit Us (Once We Reopen!):
Real Key Park
22 Lekkerwater Rd, Sunnydale
Deep South Peninsula

📞 Contact Info:
Lourens
Phone: 064 128 9507
Website: www.mercymotors.co.za

Thank you for your understanding. Stay safe and take care! ✊

Your One-Stop Shop for Everything Automotive! 🚗💨Looking for reliable, professional service for your vehicle? At Mercy Mo...
05/05/2026

Your One-Stop Shop for Everything Automotive! 🚗💨
Looking for reliable, professional service for your vehicle? At Mercy Motors, we are "Built Different". Established in 2022, we provide expert care for your car in the heart of the Deep South Peninsula.
From routine maintenance to heavy-duty repairs, our team is ready to get you back on the road safely.

Our Expert Services Include:
Engine Care: Maintenance, rebuilds, and diagnostics.
Mechanical Repairs: Gearboxes, clutches, brakes, and suspensions.
Electrical & Bodywork: Auto electrical services and professional panelbeating.
Sales & Fitment: Vehicle sales and precision parts fitment.
Servicing: Comprehensive minor and major services.

Visit Us Today!
📍 Address: Real Key Park, 22 Lekkerwater Rd, Sunnydale.
📞 Call Lourens: 064 128 9507.
🌐 Website: www.mercymotors.co.za.

Business Hours:
Mon-Fri: 8:00 – 17:00.
Sat: 8:00 – 13:00.

Don't wait for a breakdown—book your service today and experience the Mercy Motors difference! 🛠️✨

Whether you’re heading out for a long weekend or just keeping your daily driver in peak condition, Mercy Motors has you ...
28/04/2026

Whether you’re heading out for a long weekend or just keeping your daily driver in peak condition, Mercy Motors has you covered. We offer premium, reliable auto care for every make and model right in the heart of Sunnydale.
From precision diagnostics to full engine rebuilds, our team ensures your vehicle leaves the workshop performing at its absolute best. No shortcuts—just expert service and transparent pricing.

Our Specialized Services:
-Major & Minor Servicing
-Engine Rebuilds & Parts Fitments
-Gearboxes, Clutches, Brakes & Suspensions
-Auto Electrical & Diagnostics
-Panelbeating & Bodywork
-Vehicle Sales

Get in Touch:
📞 Call Lourens: 064 128 9507
📍 Visit Us: Real Key Park, 22 Lekkerwater Road, Sunnydale
🌐 Website: www.mercymotors.co.za to book your service today!

Mercy Motors — Not your regular auto maintenance.

Address

Real Key Park, 22 Lekkerwater Road, Sunnydale
Cape Town
7975

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00
Saturday 08:00 - 13:00

Telephone

+27641289507

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