Now you can own and operate your own auto repair service with PlayWay’s Car Mechanic Simulator 2014. Car Mechanic Simulator 2014 gives you the behind the scenes view of the daily dealings at local garages and dealership repair shops.
The game allows you to own and operate your own auto repair service, putting you behind the scenes of daily operations at local garages and dealership repair shops. You can interact with car owners seeking repairs, order parts and materials to maintain inventory, and work on a variety of car models, including Town Cars, Compacts, Sedans, SUVs, Family Cars, SUVs VANs, and Limousines, to gain experience with over 120 different repairs.
At the core of the gameplay, you must diagnose issues with cars, order the necessary parts, and complete various repair tasks such as working on brakes, transmissions, body work, steering, and more. The game aims to realistically simulate the day-to-day work of an auto mechanic, requiring you to carefully follow repair instructions, source the correct replacement parts, and ensure the vehicle is fully operational before returning it to the customer. Failure to properly complete a repair can lead to financial penalties.
As you progress, you can gain experience and access additional repair manuals to work more efficiently and earn more income. The game presents various challenges, such as ensuring you follow specific instructions to trigger "flags" in certain parts of the car and dealing with customers who may provide misleading information.
The game includes two expansion packs that add new gameplay features. The 4x4 Expansion Pack introduces a new 4x4 off-road vehicle with unique maintenance requirements, including the need to replace specific parts in designated "red areas" to proceed. The 1/4 Mile Expansion Pack adds a new test track for players to tune and test the performance of their vehicles.
Players generally appreciate the level of realism and attention to detail in the gameplay, finding it engaging and educational. However, some note that the game can become repetitive over time, and the camera controls can be occasionally frustrating. The expansions are well-received for adding new challenges and experiences, with the 1/4 Mile Expansion Pack in particular praised for its difficulty and the strategies players can employ to overcome it.