Cartel Works

30/10/2026

☀️ SUMMER ROAD TRIP READY! 🚗

Planning a summer getaway? Whether you’re hitting the road in your car, 4WD, camper or motorhome, make sure your vehicle is ready for the journey ahead!

Here at Cartel Works Ltd, we’re offering a Summer Pre-Holiday Vehicle Inspection for just $99!

Our comprehensive 20-point inspection covers all the important areas of your vehicle, including tyres, brakes, suspension, fluid levels, battery, cooling system, lights, safety equipment and more!

Whether you’re towing the caravan, heading away camping or taking the family on a summer road trip, we’ve got you covered.

SPECIAL OFFER – $99 UNTIL THE END OF THE YEAR!

Get ahead of the holiday rush and book your inspection today so you can travel with confidence this summer.

📍 121 Pascoe Street, Nelson
📞 03 547 0858
📧 [email protected]

Cartel Works Ltd – Keeping you on the road this summer!

19/10/2026

A big thank you to everyone who came down and visited us over the weekend at the NZ Fishing Hunting & 4X4 Expo We had a great time meeting everyone and showcasing what we do at Cartel Works.

Congratulations to Oscar, the winner of our Car Care Package Giveaway! Oscar correctly guessed the number of Hot Wheels cars inside the jar, and his dad came along to collect the prize on his behalf.

Thanks again to everyone who entered and supported us over the weekend. We appreciate it and look forward to seeing you all again soon!

15/10/2026

Cartel Works Ltd at the NZ Fishing, Hunting & 4x4 Expo!

We’ll be down at the Trafalgar Centre over the next 4 days for the NZ Fishing, Hunting & 4x4 Expo!

Come along, check out what the expo has to offer, and enjoy everything from fishing and hunting gear to 4x4s, outdoor adventures and plenty more.

Be sure to stop by, say g’day, and support an awesome event bringing together businesses and outdoor enthusiasts. We look forward to seeing you all there!

📍 Trafalgar Centre, Nelson

09/10/2026

MEET THE TEAM — JAVAN HUXTABLE

We’re stoked to welcome Javan Huxtable, our newest Automotive Technician, to the Cartel team.

Javan specialises in mechanical and electrical servicing and repairs, with a particular talent for diagnosing those tricky vehicle faults that have left other workshops scratching their heads. His knowledge of automotive electrical and electronic systems is something he’s become well known for throughout his career.

In fact, Javan was previously awarded Mitsubishi Technician of the Year twice — so it’s fair to say he knows his way around a vehicle.

What does he enjoy most about the job? Getting stuck into a vehicle that’s been unresolved by multiple other workshops, finding the fault, and getting it fixed.

Since joining Cartel, Javan says one of the things he enjoys most is being surrounded by a team who are all highly skilled at what they do, with plenty of opportunities to learn from each other. As he puts it, we’re “a bunch of good guys.”

When he’s not in the workshop, you’ll usually find Javan out riding his motorbike or mountain bike, or spending time with his partner.

Welcome to the team, Javan — we’re looking forward to seeing what you bring to Cartel. 🤝

11/09/2026

What a great night at the workshop last night for Hoods Up! 🙌🚗

It was awesome seeing so many people come along to enjoy the cars, food, music, drinks and, most importantly, the great conversations and atmosphere throughout the night.

A huge thank you once again to Nelson Classic Car Museum for organising the event and having us involved. We really appreciate the opportunity to be part of such a great evening celebrating the car community.

And of course, a massive thank you to our awesome customers for letting us display there vehicles and everyone who came along and helped make the night what it was! 👏

We’re already looking forward to the next one! 🔥

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07/09/2026

We recently had the privilege of restoring and repainting “Jumbo”, the oldest locomotive belonging to the Nelson Society of Modellers.

After years of service and weathering, Jumbo was in need of some serious TLC. Our team stripped it back, carried out the necessary repairs and restoration work, before giving it a fresh new paint finish to bring this little piece of local history back to life.

It was great to see the transformation from a tired and weathered locomotive back into something the Nelson Society of Modellers can be proud to have on display and running for years to come.

A big thanks to the Nelson Society Of Modellers for trusting us with such a unique and special restoration. ❤️

06/09/2026

02/09/2026

🏁 PROJECT 64 — BONNEVILLE SALT FLATS MINI 🏁

Here’s a look at a pretty special project currently underway at Cartel Works Ltd — this 1964 Morris Mini Cooper S, known as the Project 64 Bonneville Salt Flats Mini.

This little Mini has had a hard life, with years of exposure to salt contamination taking its toll and leaving it in need of a full restoration. The car is usually proudly displayed at the Nelson Classic Car Museum, so we’re stoked to have the opportunity to bring this piece of history back to its former glory. 🔧🎨

This restoration is a true team effort, with our mechanical workshop and panel & paint division working together to tackle the project from every angle. From mechanical work and fabrication through to panel repairs, refinishing and paint, every part of the Mini is being carefully worked through to bring this iconic little car back to life.

There’s a long way to go, but we’re excited to document the journey and share the progress with you along the way.

Stay tuned for plenty more photos and updates as Project 64 takes shape! 🏁

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03/06/2026

Fresh coat of paint and quick tidy up for this little local pocket rocket Toyota Starlet Glanza.