My Chevy Traverse had been throwing an error. We travel from MD to FL often. Not wanting to have…read moreissues getting back I contacted Frank. He came, ran diagnostics and fixed my problem. Reasonably priced! I wanted a full replacement so he came back that evening and did that with an OEM part. Very impressed and will use for any future issues.

Frank diagnosed the brake issue with our Mazda. He completed the repair, left a perfectly clean…read morework area and was on budget. Our car stops perfectly now. We've since had him complete our oil change, transmission service and inspection of our car. We will definitely use him from here on out He is an honest and knowledgeable mechanic. Great Job Frank

Had my car door lock fixed by Tom. He was great, professional and very accommodating! I will…read moredefinitely use him again if I have any problems with my car. His prices are affordable too.

The first time I took my car to Special K was probably 10 months ago when I got my front brakes…read morereplaced. Ralph asked me to give a review on google and I did. I should have waited for a few days to give the review. Because a few days later I had to take my car back because noise was coming from my front tires. The tire lug nuts were not put on tight. Ralph did correct it. Fast forward to Thursday July 2, 2026, I dropped my off for an alternator replacement. Brittney in the office gave me the price and processed my full payment. I asked her when will my car be ready. She said Monday which was July 6. So on Monday I didn't get a call or text about my car. I called and no answer. I called the other number. Ralph answered, which I knew he was in New York. I asked about my car, he said BMW didn't deliver the alternator yet. He was supposed to keep me update, but he did not. Every time I had to call and text both numbers. Most times no one answered and Some times I got a response to my text. I asked for update, Ralph said part still didn't come. By now I am getting worried. I asked was the part really ordered and what day? He claimed it was ordered same day I dropped my car off. He said BMW was closed on Friday day before 4th of July and they are closed on weekends. I took him at his word. Tuesday July 7th, texted asking if the part came in. He responded yes but they are working on other car that parts were there. I am not going over every call or text. After speaking to Ralph I realize he was lying. Then he said the wrong part was delivered. So on Friday July 10th, I went by the shop around 2:40. The technician said come let me show you your car is ready for the new part but it is not here. The old alternator was taken out. I said Ralph said the part came and it was the wrong one. The technician said he never saw the new part. My husband called Ralph and Ralph told him my car would be ready on Friday July 10th because the part is coming in at 3:30. So I called Ralph while I was at the shop and he told me the same thing. I said well your technician say he never saw any part come in. Ralph said let me speak to tech, I put phone on speaker. He told the technician "the part is coming in today (Friday) at 3:30 and don't say anything else. " I didn't believe the part was coming in. I had to leave so I asked the technician was he working tomorrow which was Saturday, he said yes from 8am to 1pm. I said we will be back tomorrow. Of course we go on Saturday and the shop was closed. We called Ralph and he said, did you get your car? We said Ralph you know we didn't get the car, you know your shop is closed. I said you need to open your shop because I want my car today. You are a liar and you are playing games. He said let me call the shop and he hang up. He didn't call us and stopped answering our calls. So we went to Leesburg Police Station and spoke with the police about the situation. They called Ralph and he didn't answer so they left him a message. Later Ralph texted my husband and said the part didn't come in. Two hours later he texted me and said the part was there and it's been there. Later he texted me and said your car will be ready on Monday (July 13) and I will have the police meet you there to pick up your car. He was mad that I had the police call him, but I was tired of him lying! So on Monday I had the police meet me at the shop, we got there around 10:30am. Ralph was not there, only Britney and two technicians. I asked Britney if my car going to be ready today because I am taking my car today. She said yes. We saw one of the technician actually working on my car. The two police officers left and told me to call them back if I need them. I stayed in my other car and waited because I was afraid if I left, they would close the shop. I didn't go back in the shop. After awhile I looked in the bay door to see if they were still working on my car. Britney had the technician to close the bay doors. She was just being nasty. I know their ass was hot!! I knew they were going to take a long time because I was waiting. So around 2:30 I saw a police car pulling up and circling the parking lot. One policewoman came to my car and said the shop called them and wanted them to issue me a no trespassing notice when they give me my car. I said that is funny. They holding my car, I will leave when I get my car. Then another police car pulled up and it was my policemen that escorted me there earlier. They came back to make sure I was good! Thank you Leesburg Police! Without your help, my car probably would've still been there. I wouldn't take my skateboard to Special K. Ralph the owner proven himself to be dishonest! I get my car back, it's missing front engine cover under hood and sloppy work!!! I sent Ralph pictures my hood does not close tight on side tech worked on. Ralph has not responded! Terrible!

Moved here from NY. Needed new brakes and a/c repair. Thankful we found Special K Auto Repair…read more Friendly, knowledgeable, good prices and quality work. The shop may be small but definitely better than going to the dealer's shop.

4.5 I've seen some negative reviews here, but just going by…read moremy experiences there (been a customer there for at least 6 years now after getting tired of being ripped off by Coggin Ford), I'd give it a positive review. The price they quote me is always accurate (no hidden fees, add-on's etc), they back up their work and warranties with no hassle, and they work with me and my weird work hours to get my car back to me in time for work. I can't speak for any of the other reviewers, but I feel like this is a good place to have in the neighborhood

The rudest person that I have met, flat out lies to you about his service.David told me when I went…read morein a week early to schedule work that he would get me in and out when l came on scheduled date. Day of service he tells mevI now have to drop the vehicle off and he will get to it when he can. I ask him to please call me when it's done, I go by 6 hours later and it's parked out front, no phone call. I have to go back again to have the ac recharged and he calls me at home because his mechanic doesn't remember taking off the dryer, then when I pick it up he demands cash, not a card, cash money. He was rude and obnoxious, not worth going to again and I strongly recommend you take your business elsewhere, I am.

Ron took in my 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee for a minor front bumper replacement and I never got my…read moreJeep back. He was 2 months behind on his rent at his shop on 6th & Sheridan, $7500 monthly rent x2months=$15,000. He sold my Jeep for $15,000 to EconoAuto Sales and I never saw it again. Ron Kronon is a very scandalous business owner. He left the situation in the hands of Sied (EconoAuto Sales Owner). I was facing $50,000 in storage charges. Ron was not willing to accept my $2500 Auto insurance check because he wanted to claim $8,500 on my vehicle. I want my Jeep Mr. Kronon

Ron was super nice, professional; and most of all fair on price. He got things finished when he…read moresaid he would and his price was MUCH more fair than a dealership. I went for a mirror replacement and door dings and both look brand new. Highly recommend going to see Ron over the snotty dealership who charges an arm and a leg

Excellent service! Pricing didn't break the bank! Honest, the time given to get the parts and to…read morecomplete my son's truck was finished when promised! My son attends Stetson University and the crew at this shop took great care of him I definitely recommend this shop and appreciate all their help!

After having a very suspicious interaction with a dealership service department, I took my Subaru…read moreto Tom's. I gave them the check engine code and asked for a 100k mile service quote. Their quote was $4400 less than the dealer and they actually solved the problem. The dealer was trying to sell me on a problem that didn't even exist with my car. To make it even better, Tom's was quicker than promised and came in $100 less than what they quoted me. I will always use Tom's in the future for mechanic work. Great people and very trustworthy.

the most reliable, authentic, and integral mechanic i've ever been to. went to another mechanic for…read morea misfire, was told my engine was failing, and then knew i had to get a second opinion from sunrise. mark was able to diagnose my issue (a couple misfires and a missing engine air filter), was able to accommodate my request for a full tune up (did not push a full tune up, i asked for one) and didn't charge an arm and a leg for the service. paid less than $500 for a complete tune up including replacing all 4 plugs and coils, cleaning the throttle body, and replacing a missing filter. honest, upfront, and all around excellent person to trust my vehicle and my sanity with.

Fixed the A/C on my 2012 Nissan NV2500. So pleased it's now working so well! I wasn't sure what the…read moreoriginal problem was, but after explaining what the steps were to diagnosing the issue, I was happy it didn't take more than one step to fix it!

We took our 10 year old Toyota Corolla into the shop for a realignment, new tires, new axles and…read moresome other issues we had been experiencing. He extended a price break after working with one of his vendors and had the car ready to go by the next morning. It's been about 4 months since we took it in and it's still running like new. So relieved I found Welch and won't go anywhere else!

Isaac has worked on my vehicles since at least 2008, and I was thrilled for him when he finally…read moreopened his own place. Even though I now live in the mountains, I still highly recommend his services and honest advice. He has saved me from making some expensive mistakes, when I was looking to purchase a used vehicle in 2014, and I was ultimately happy with my choice. My experience with Welch Automotive is the BEST I have ever had.