THE AUTOMOTIVE CENTER OF TEMPLE TERRACE

The most caring mechanic in town, bar none. I've been going to this place for nearly 10 years and I recommend them to everyone I know. You won't be nickle-and-dimed, you won't get fees you weren't expecting, and everything is explained to you plainly and friendly without gimmicks or tricks. Heck, they're even just nice to talk to on the phone! One of the few small businesses that still truly offers service with a smile. :)

Terrific experience. Truly do a wonderful job taking care of customers. On my first visit on 10/1/16, I brought in a 10 year old car I was thinking of buying to see if there were major issues or concerns. Quickly, they gathered some information - within 10 minutes, they had the car up on the rack. Once they reviewed the car in depth, we were given a very complete "tour" of potential trouble spots - and what they might mean, as well as the positive technical points, and what they meant. The entire staff was friendly, professional, and completed a very thorough evaluation of the car in very reasonable time. I learned two things on 10/1: (1) whether to purchase the used car, and (2) that this is an excellent car service place I would both return to and recommend. Superb!

This was a while back, but when other mechanics told me I'd likely have to get a new engine to fix my lease, they were able to repair my issue for about $100. The owner also was talking to me about science stuff during another repair. And a third time they delayed a part order as they thought I could save money by ordering the part myself, so they're clearly not just in it to milk money from their customers. They also offered me a free ride back home while I waited on a repair. Definitely my go-to local business mechanic.