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    Adkins Automotive

    5.0 (13 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Auto brake repair

    Auto engine repair

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    1971 Thunderbird
    Bob E.

    I wrote once before about Adkins. I was very happy with their service, caring and expertise. I entrust my 3 vehicles with them, one being 50 year old antique. I never leave Adkins dissatisfied. Today they reached a new high. My 1971 Thunderbird, a car that I always thought ran like any 50 year old vehicle, had a fuel problem. Was I surprised when I got it back today. It accelerated so much better than it used to accelerate. It practically floated on the road and ran smoother than it ever ran. Adkins is by far the best automotive repair shop I've ever known.

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    Everything went great. My car was fixed within 2 days. I was informed throughout the entire process and the cost was fair! Can't beat it!

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    3 years ago

    good shop with yrs of quality work and service. he is a local raised polk county family

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    Was I ever amazed when 2 years down the road not only did they honor it, it was even cheaper.

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    Johnny's Automotive

    (73 reviews)

    The service I received was great. The way I was treated by Franky as a new customer was superb. The…read morewaiting area is also very welcoming. Probably will be doing more business with them In a future.

    Honestly, this was one of the worst experiences I've had. It feels like they are more focused on…read moreavoiding responsibility than actually helping customers.I brought my car in for work, and afterward I noticed my grille was damaged. They denied causing it and claimed it was already like that, but I have proof showing the condition of my car before it was brought in. They also stated that my hood was never opened by them, but after I provided camera footage showing otherwise, the response changed to saying they "so we can't open the hood?"They refused to fix the damage and even threatened to remove me from the property for trespassing instead of trying to resolve the issue. They also refused to provide any video proof showing when they opened my hood.Thankfully, I had my own camera footage and was able to see a mechanic pushing something back into place, which raises even more questions. Their own before pictures don't show the damage being present before the work was done, and the difference between their photos and how my car looked afterward is clear.I know my car was not like this before I brought it in. I wouldn't waste my time making a complaint over something I knew was already there. All I wanted was for them to take responsibility and fix what happened. They also brought up unrelated information about body shops and clips, but that doesn't change the fact that before I went there, my hood opened normally without anything popping out. After getting my car back, it no longer does.At the end of the day, I just wanted honest service and for the issue to be handled properly. Unfortunately, that's not what happened.

    Hill Nissan - New 2019 Nissan Altima

    Hill Nissan

    (69 reviews)

    A little bit of a mixed review. After lots of conversation with the internet team I drove from NC…read moreto purchase a used 2019 Nissan Maxima since it had everything I was looking for in the trim. The internet team was friendly and helpful, but they were not honest when describing the condition. I know a used car is not perfect, but there were some exterior scratches, and I also specifically asked about the tint bubbling on the rear window since it is a known issue in this model. I was told everything was basically mint condition and not to worry. Upon arrival, I was not happy to find I could barely see out of the back window due to the tint and also found several long scratches on the body of the car. On a positive note, I will say our salesman Kurt was honest and took the time to address the issues and reconcile the situation especially since we made the long drive just for the car. At the end of the day, I am very happy with my purchase, and I am happy that Kurt made it right and I highly recommend him as a salesman at Hill Nissan.

    Worst experience I think I've ever had. They misrepresent the product…read more Do not get a full account of the cost of vehicle. I purchased a 2026 Rogue with NO spare tire. You have to join their auto club because they will not supply the tire. I have been with AAA for over 37 years. Why should I change for their service. I had the first payment in 30 days. Go to Lakeland for better service. Sorry I bought from here & will never recommend this dealer to anyone. Run fast away so you don't have the issues I am facing at this time.

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    The ultimate people to take care of your Porsche whether it's bone stock or modified..or if you are…read morewanting it modified they can do it. Nothing but first rate service. Less expensive than the dealer and better. They have taken care of me for the last 10 years and I have never once had anything but the best service. Once they even drove to my job to give me a set of keys I had left in my car when it was in for service.

    Driver's Choice * is a god-send to any Porsche owners who cannot stomach the dealership prices or…read moreexperience (SO snobbish!). They are reliable, their prices are reasonable, and they are a pleasure to deal with. I was leaking coolant and really worried. It took them forever to work me in, but when they did, I got the car in two days. I had a water pump that needed replacing, and all sorts of things that go with that. Took me just into 4-figures, and now I can drive it again (well, actually, there's a slew of other things too...). Miki is very pleasant to deal with in this altogether no BS place - and her doggies are adorable. My only 'complaint' is that it took over a week to work me in! That means: A) They are busy, because customers are coming back, and referring others to them, and ...B) Porsches need a lot of TLC. That's "German engineering" for ya! * They can't quite decide whether they are "Drivers Choice", "Driver's Choice", or "Drivers' Choice", since their logo/listing all say the first, while in speaking of themselves they use the second; but not that I'm trying to be grammar teacher here, but it really needs to be the third. The possessive needs to be there, and surely it's more than one driver's choice!

    American Transmission & Auto

    American Transmission & Auto

    (2 reviews)

    My Ford Focus broke down with a bad transmission leaving my wife and I pretty much stranded. Had…read morecar towed to this place and left it for Mike to look at. Long story short, had to tow car again to Ford Dealership. Mike took the car, inspected it, let me keep it there for weeks and helped with the towing. He did all of this while I was out of the state and didn't charge me a penny! He really made the experience a lot less painful than it could have been. So, for customer service, I give this place the highest rating possible!

    I bought a ford explorer that had 9k miles on a rebuilt transmission from this shop and when I…read morebought it the transmission was slipping into neutral so I took it into Mike and he couldn't determine the issue and said to drive it around until codes came up. The transmission started leaking and codes appeared so I took it back to them and they had it for six weeks before telling me I was all set and that the car was fixed. I drove it home and before leaving Recker Rd. it was slipping into neutral. By the time I got home there was transmission fluid all over the bottom. A local shop says that the front seal isn't seating properly and that my shifter linkage isn't connected properly. Now after two tows there and a whole lot of wasted time Mike says he doesn't want to work on the car! I'm sorry but a good shop would have never returned a car to a customer in this condition and certainly wouldn't leave them high and dry when this happens. My advice...find somewhere else to take your vehicle:(

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    Master Auto Repair

    (13 reviews)

    My family and I just recently moved to Bartow, FL. My son bought a vehicle that started to have…read moreissues with a loud knocking sound in the top part of his motor. I found Master Mobile Auto Doctor by a google search (Unfortunately, I did not read the reviews). My son called and spoke with the gentlemen named Gene about what was going on with his truck, was quoted $105.00 per labor fee and scheduled to drop his truck off on Sunday, July 30, 2023. He left a note as to what he did to the truck and to call him before proceeding with any work. The next day, Monday, July 31, 2023, Gene, called my son and stated that his engine was not getting oil to the top end of the motor. My son mentioned that his sensor was broken for his oil. He asked permission to take the top manifold intake off. My son said OK. Later that day, he called my son back and asked him to come by his shop so he could show him something. My son proceeded to his shop. He asked my son, there is no way you took of the top end of your motor off (actually argued) my son said, Sir, I did the work myself with his friend (who was with him). Gene said OK. Then proceeds to tell my son his cam (rod that runs through motor) is bad, and he only has two options, rebuild or new motor. My son was like there is no way it's the motor, the motor is strong. It's not getting oil, that is the problem. Well, he needed a day to think about that total of a new motor or rebuild and to talk to other well-known mechanics (head mechanic at Ford). Showed him the pictures and videos of the cam and its normal wear and tear for a vehicle that is a 2000 and not bad. He called Gene the next day and said, I want you to put a new oil pump in it and go from there since the motor isn't getting oil. The guy said "I am not doing that" you only have those two options (rebuild or new motor). My son said then please leave as is and I will come get my truck. Gene said OK. The next day Tuesday, August 1, 2023, my son goes to the shop with my truck to pick up his truck. Gene says, who's truck is that? My son said, my mom's. He states, oh your mom lets you just hot rod in her truck. (Personally, that is none of this guy's business as to what my son is driving)! As my son was leaving with his truck in tow, Gene stops him and says, "if you put a new oil pump and new rob barring's you will have a good motor". To me that is a slap in the face!!! Did he not recall that my son stated to put a new oil pump in first thing Tuesday morning, and he said he would not do that. He didn't want to perform the easier work and wanted to get my son for a "new motor or rebuild motor"! Who does that? He slapped my son with a bill for 4hrs of labor at a rate of $125.00 and then threw another 3% credit card fee on top of it, total of almost $600 due to the 3% fee. Let's not mention his website states a flat rate of $100.00 labor fee and no mention of a credit card fee of 3%. Also, lets mention his illiterate wording on his invoice. If you read your invoice, it makes no sense (example: "CHACK OVER FOR LIFER NOSE PULL VAL COVERS O..." "FOND WATER PIP NOT BOLTE DOWN"). Do not use this guy! Now I got my son's truck back, the guy did move the motor again as the cam rod is not in same position and now there was oil in the top of the motor which was not there as of Monday night when my son last seen his vehicle and instructed Gene to not touch it anymore. Highly disgusted that an older man would try and rip off a child who is trying his best to get his truck fixed. Worst experience!!!!!!

    Had an issue w my car; thought it was my alternator but it was something else that Scott found the…read moreissue and fixed it for me. Incredibly thankful for him and everyone at the shop. Most places will do anything they can to add onto your bill including changing things that didn't need to be done but this is a great honest shop.

    Adkins Automotive - autorepair - Updated September 2026

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