Our story
Three decades in the auto electrical game.
From early Japanese vans to today’s daily drivers, Sanath Auto Electricals has kept Colombo starting and charging since the 1990s.
Built on reputation, not advertising
Sanath Auto Electricals grew the old-fashioned way – through results and word-of-mouth. Located on Sri Sangaraja Mawatha in Colombo 10, the workshop has become a go-to spot for starter motor repair, alternator repair and electrical fault-finding.
Over the years we have seen everything from hard-working commercial vehicles to enthusiast builds and classic Japanese imports. In every case the goal is the same: fix it properly, explain it clearly and stand behind the work.
About K.N. Sanath
The workshop is led by K.N. Sanath, a highly experienced auto electrician and Justice of the Peace. His focus is simple – clean work, solid diagnostics and repairs that last.
Rather than guessing and swapping parts, he traces faults properly and only recommends what is actually required. Enthusiasts appreciate that he respects factory wiring as well as carefully executed upgrades.
Rebuilding instead of replacing
Many older and Japanese vehicles use starter motors and alternators that are expensive or difficult to source as brand-new units. In those cases, a professional rebuild can save serious money while keeping the car original.
We dismantle, clean, machine and rebuild units using new internals where required, then bench-test output before refitting. The end result is a part that feels new, without the new-part price tag.
What makes the workshop different
- Warranty on major repairs and rebuilt units.
- Clear explanations and upfront estimates before work starts.
- Comfortable working with older, rare and Japanese vehicles.
- Same-day turnaround on many starter and alternator jobs.
- Respect for car lovers, their builds and their budgets.
Mission
To provide high-quality, reliable auto electrical repairs with honest pricing, skilled workmanship and guaranteed performance for every vehicle we handle.
Vision
To be Colombo’s most trusted specialist for starter motors, alternators and auto electrical solutions – the workshop car lovers recommend first.