Avenue Garage is an authorized dealer for APR tuning. My 2014 Volkswagen CC was completely stock…read morewith the manufacturer rated 200 horsepower and 207 foot pounds of torque (APR dyno'd the stock motor at 221hp and 223 ft-lbs.) This is a reasonable amount of power but considering the basic architecture of this motor is tuned considerably higher in other VW/Audi applications, I wanted to upgrade its performance. FWIW, those sharing this 2.0 TSI motor include the VW Passat, GLI, GTI Tiguan and the Audi A3 and TT (and others.) APR has been among the best tuners for over 20 years with a reputation for performance, quality and reliability. Their Black Friday special was too good to miss. Ron at Avenue Garage was very helpful, pleasant and knowledgeable. He thoroughly explained the process and worked with me on the logistics of getting my daily drive in and serviced. Kirk did the tune (more about that later) and I couldn't be happier with the service he performed. My car was done well within the time estimated and the cost was right where it was estimated. The Stage 1 tune is nothing short of amazing. APR really has tuning down to a science. Peak acceleration has definitely increase significantly, but ordinary performance has noticeably improved. APR states that fuel economy will increase but I would imagine that would have to be if you are showing some restraint with driving habits. The car is definitely quicker. I haven't tested it and I don't have a baseline, but I'm sure the 0-60 and 1/4 miles times are dramatically improved. My only regret is that I didn't do this sooner. I was considering buying another car with better performance. But the result of this $500 upgrade is real bargain and driving performance makes it feel like a totally new car. This is the tune that VW should have used from the factory. Given the exceptional service and incredible performance upgrade, I can't recommend Avenue Garage and an APR enough. I'd like to give a big thanks to Ron and Kirk and the staff of Avenue Garage.

2024 must have been an off year for the Avenue Garage. I've heard from a neighbor who previously…read moreworked as a mechanic there that they have quite a turnover with new mechanics and heard from another source that mechanics get commissions these days. I took my 2013 Mercedes convertible there in January 2024 and left it there for diagnostics of an overheating problem after being stuck in traffic all day from 1-75 being closed on December 27th or 28th 2023 due to a bad multiple vehicle accident. The Avenue Garage said the head gaskets were blown and it needed an engine replacement. They did find a replacement engine with approximately 50,000 miles "of course that's what they all say I have learned". Then the repair estimate was over $11,000 to replace the engine and make sure everything was operating properly. I decided that seemed really high and ended up leaving the vehicle here at my second home in Punta Gorda and deal with it this 2025 season. In January 2025 I contacted a Mercedes Benz repair specialist in Pompano Beach Florida and told him that it was determined last year by another repair technician in the Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda area that the car needs a replacement engine so he said he would try to find one and get back with me. He did find a replacement engine within a month then called me back with an estimate of approximately $4500 total for the engine and putting it in. The engine itself was $2100 which was included in the total price of $4500. I then paid for the engine and scheduled my once a year long haul tow up to 200 miles and had the vehicle towed to Pompano Beach for replacement of the engine. ABA Performance in Pompano Beach then test drove the car a few times, ran the engine diagnostics, determined it was low on coolant and spark plug #3 was misfiring but GUESS WHAT THE CAR DID NOT NEED A REPLACEMENT ENGINE AFTERALL! I was very skeptical about what I was being told but he satisfied me with his answers to all of my question. He did do a complete service on the vehicle and fixed what was needing to be fixed. So now I have a 2013 Mercedes replacement engine for sale $2100 OBO! So glad I didn't fall for the over 11 grand repair job that the Avenue Garage recommended. I almost sold the car as is to another neighbor thinking it needed an engine replacement and left the car here in Punta Gorda with a car cover on it which blew off during Helene or Milton not sure which hurricane it was. LESSON LEARNED ALWAYS GET A SECOND OR EVEN THIRD OPINION

Seriously I have to give a star!! This is a very poorly run…read morebusiness. This owner treated us so disgracefully we have never been treated this way. I really had high hopes for getting upholstery work done from here and it just was not done correctly. I highly encourage you not to use this business. He has no idea how to speak to customers or how to satisfy customers. Our truck seats were supposed to have factory foam replacement and instead one is over filled and one is under filled. He actually argued with us for 15 minutes and we finally gave up. I have never given a bad review in my life so that should say something about how poorly we were treated. I'm also going to the BBB and any where else to warn people.

I had my Honda CR-V's cloth interior changed to leather. They gave me a choice of leather grades…read more(with no pressure to get the more expensive leather) and offered a good selection of colors. When the leather arrived, it took them one day to install and it was very well done. My interior now looks like it came that way new from Honda. I strongly recommend Gold Coast!

Dropped our Vehicle off, still Have a wait before the parts come in! Pricing seems to very Fair,…read more Shane & Staff are very Nice and totally patient with me during all my calls and questions, While looking for parts for the best price! The Shop is very Nice/Clean & Organized I will update post once the truck comes back!

Been going there for years and have always gotten quality service and fair prices. They have saved…read moreme a lot of money over the years.

I have a 2006 Winnebago View RV. At its age there are frequent repairs…read more Your go to place should be Mr. Front End. From front end problems to tires, and water heaters. Basically, all repairs whether mechanical or electrical. Their Service Manager Dave and Eddie their RV lead technician have always provided me with excellent results at a reasonable price. Peter Gillen

Everyone has bad days from time to time, especially car repair shops. But all in all, Mr. Ft End…read moreis a decent local shop. They're very busy so plan your service ahead!

Jason was knowledgeable about Hybrids and helped me with reprogramming my car…read more fast, friendly and honest car service for a fair price! I would highly recommend.

Extremely happy with the repair they did on my vehicle. Can't even tell there was any damage…read more Service was fast, and everything went as discussed. Normally I take my vehicles to my dealerships auto body shop, but now I know there's a better alternative to support local businesses.

Still waiting after going to this place after calling and going there no call just a waste of time…read morenever will use them ever bad attitude on the phone 1/2 Star

Awesome people great work very helpful put new brackets on fenders guide poles and standread more

other than the fact that the waiting is usually crowded, it's for a good reason - they have a lot…read moreof loyal customers. And it's definitely not a place that pushes unnecessary parts of repairs. I almost hate to give them a good review, it will mean more people in the waiting room

I'd give this place zero stars if I could communication sucks from the office. Didn't fix what they…read morewere suppose and had my car for almost 4 months and when I got it back had all scratches and broken stuff that wasn't broken before.

My husband Rich and I knew our SUV needed brakes and were hesitant about where to go. (We'd been…read moreripped off too many times in the past) Our friend recommended McCom's on Technology Blvd in Punta Gorda. OMG!!! What a GREAT place to take your car. He's reliable, extremely fair in his prices, treats your car as if it's his own, gives it extreme attention and stays with it until the car is ready to leave the shop. I AM BEYOND IMPRESSED and would not hesitate to recommend McCom's to everyone. Thank you for taking such great care of my car and in a completely timely manner. I was back on the road much faster than I anticipated.

Great Service. Oil and filter change done while waiting. Fair prices. They have mechanics not…read moresalespeople trying to sell you unnecessary service like the dealers.