About Us
LocallyownedinNewMinas.RunbySteveRafuse.
An independent Annapolis Valley repair garage built on straightforward advice, honest estimates, and quality hands-on mechanics.

Meet Ivan
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Ivan is our shop mascot — a black horse in Iron Horse red, always at the service desk to welcome you to the garage.
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Straightforward service, built on trust.
Iron Horse Automotive is a locally owned automotive repair shop in New Minas, Nova Scotia. Owner Steve Rafuse operates the garage and works directly on customer vehicles.
We believe automotive service should be simple: diagnose properly, quote up front, and do the work right the first time. We don't inflate service checklists or pressure you into unneeded maintenance.
From routine oil changes and tire services to custom exhaust fabrication, rocker panel rust repair, mechanical overhaul, and small gas engine service, the work here is hands-on and accountable.


Our Standards
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Accountable Service
The person who quotes your job is the one turning the wrenches. Direct communication, zero middle-management.
Up-Front Estimates
We bill labour at $80/hour and quote parts before starting. You approve all work — no invoice surprises.
Honest Advice
If a job isn't ours to take on, we say so plainly and point you toward someone trustworthy.
Visit Us
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Located at 8814 Commercial Street, New Minas, NS, easily accessible for customers across the Annapolis Valley.
8814 Commercial Street, New Minas, Nova Scotia, Canada
New Minas, Nova Scotia, Canada
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Labour Rate: $80/hour

