This place did my rear drum brakes. I did the front disc brakes myself but I knew that I can't do…read moredrum brakes so I need to get it done. Mine were shot. I asked them to check the front brakes to make sure everything was proper. They did check which gave me peace of mind. Well my car brakes better now and the petal is more firm. When I got there to get my repair done, they called a taxi for me so I can get home while waiting for the repair to be done. They were very honest and the owner Jim is a very nice guy. I recommend this auto repair shop.

After getting tired of sitting in the dealers for 2 1/2 hours only to have them come out to tell me…read moreI needed more services that I suspected I really didn't need, I decided to try a local repair shop. Am I ever glad I did! Much shorter wait time, cost less and no laundry list of additional services. I recommend.

I have been using Tuffy's at this Venice location for over 2.5 years. I take all my vehicles here…read more They have the best customer service and most of all, they are fast and efficient. The team here is the absolute best. They are always looking out for the customer first. I will always give this team my loyalty. I will always refer this team to my friends, neighbors and acquaintances.

Oh brother, Rating went from 5 to 1. Because oil plug was not put back tightly. Burt oil smell…read moreresulted and another shop said I had a split oil pan, costing $2,200. Brought car to dealer for confirmation who found oil plug was just about to fall off. That was Tuffy's fault. Imagine if I agreed to have pan replaced. And imagine of oil plug fell off while driving. Another big problem is the service manager speaks very very loudly, It's startling. I bought it to his attention, and he replied "that's how we role". I responded "not when David was the manager. Lesson: go to dealer even if it takes time to get appointment.

With the clock ticking down for my engine oil change and tire rotation, a decision was needed. Who…read moreshould I go to for my scheduled maintenance? Maintaining your vehicle is important and can certainly help avoid potentially costly breakdowns as well as extend the life of your vehicle. Like most consumers a good coupon will catch my eye. Tire Kingdom Service Centers advertised $21.99 conventional oil change and $49.99 for synthetic oil. That price includes tire rotation, wiper fluid top off, battery check, and a visual brake inspection. With either choice of oil type, petroleum based or synthetic, that price is a great deal. Not wanting to wait around, I dropped my vehicle off at the shop and it was ready to be picked up about four hours later. That was sooner than I thought it would be - and that's great service. The job was completed promptly and properly. The best part about this experience was the gentleman working there. The service writers were professional, nice to talk to, and they didn't try to upsell me for additional parts and services I didn't need. It's hard to find honesty and integrity in the automotive repair business. You'll probably agree that most consumers are skeptical of car repair services, and they should be, for a good reason - it's an extremely competitive business. The location is convenient, situated where the 41 runs into the 776. It's also good to know that there's a WaWa convenience store adjacent to Tire Kingdom. You can go shop the C-store and enjoy some snacks and beverages while you are waiting for your vehicle to be serviced. Now that you know about this service center in Venice, you are well on your way to ensure your car or truck remains in top working condition. Enjoy!

I scheduled a tire rotation appointment online with Tire Kingdom and arrived on time for my…read moreappointment. When I got there, the associate told me they could not perform the tire rotation because my truck was "lifted." I explained multiple times that my truck is not lifted and is completely stock height, but he continued insisting it was against company policy for them to work on lifted trucks. I then asked him to show me where this policy was posted. He said he would check and went to the back room. When he came back, he admitted he could not find any posting, but still claimed it was company policy and refused to service my vehicle. Despite explaining again that the truck is standard height, the manager on duty still refused to accept it for a simple tire rotation. The entire interaction felt dismissive and unprofessional. The staff member was rude and unable to explain or show the policy he kept referencing. Overall, it seemed like they simply did not want to do the work. Very poor customer service and a disappointing experience. I will not be returning to this location.

Since moving to FL I have had some not so honest experiences so was hesitant to try another garage…read more Masella's came highly recommended! From gear shit replacement, brakes, tires, etc, they have never let me down. I also have found them to not overcharge the way other businesses have been known to do. I recommend them to anyone new to the general South Sarasota/North Charlotte Counties area. A good family business that proudly stands behind the family name that has earned respect of many in the greater Venice/Englewood/Nokomis areas.

We were vacationing in Venice and needed an oil change. I got a recommendation from an acquaintance…read moreto use Masella's. I made an appointment to have the oil changed at 1:00 on a Friday and it went really well. The service writer was very helpful and courteous. It took about 45 minutes and the cost was reasonable. No upsell, no delay, just quick service. I overhear several phone calls with customers while I was waiting that sounded very professional and honest. The waiting room was the cleanest that I have ever experienced in a small shop like this. They had water and seltzer in a mini fridge. They also had a Kurig for coffee. I recommend them to anyone needing service. Thanks for a great service experience.

FRONT WHEEL DRIVE went in to have a tire replaced on the…read morefront wheel and ended up with the new tire on the rear of my car, I was repeatedly told by the manager that it was to provide more traction to my car, which by the way is FRONT WHEEL DRIVE, I was not happy about this and asked for it to be put on the front, at which point he assertively told me he was the EXPERT, of what I'm not sure of. Basic high school physics and a cursory glance at and automotive web page will explain traction on a FRONT WHEEL DRIVE car actually is generated by The FRONT WHEELS. God only knows how many people this business and companies like this continually practice deceptive work on unsuspecting customers. At 60 years old and having over 100 cars in my lifetime I've never heard such BS, so beware of what they say.

I had my check pressure light came on. I was told I picked up a nail! They added air and I made an…read moreappointment to get the tire patched. I arrived today and they took me in immediately. I was ready to go with in 20 minutes!! I the manager at the desk handed me my keys, said "You are all set" I asked how much I owed and he said nothing. You are all set! . Such a nice blessing and such a nice man. I wish I had caught his name. I've been here before, including tire purchase. They are ALWAYS courteous and helpful. If I could give a higher star rating I would.

I had my Volvo towed here with minimal notice... they were able to fix it within a few days and…read morethey were very transparent about the issue and services needed. Yes... their hourly labor rate is expensive, but that is relatively standard for auto shops. I appreciated the compassion with which the employees treated me.

My son took his truck in for an oil change, 150.00 ( was synthetic ), and they came back with…read more1500.00 in upsells. He made an appointment and took his truck back to repair all on the list. One of the issues was a brake light and they literally broke the dash out of his truck trying to find the light problem. Worst part was that they said nothing about it, nothing. They just laid the pieces that they broke on the passenger seat. The manager picked him up with the shuttle van and took him back to get his truck and HE NEVER SAID A WORD. Part of this issue was found on a previous visit and was unable to repair at that time. We were unaware of the brake light situation because his father previously took care of this. For some reason, they called his father and they agreed to take the labor off and still charged over 200.00 for whatever they did besides break the dash. Not recommending this shop in any way. We are all adults here. Don't take advantage of a young man that is just starting to understand repair shops since his father previously took care of all of it, and is now gone. It was weird that they called him because he now has nothing to do with this. Be better and don't take advantage of customers.

got me right in to fix flat Corey very pleasant and helpful. Steve great!!WILL RETurn for oil…read more change

I came in today with a bald tire and Laurel Tires switched out my tire in about 20 minutes. This is…read morethe fastest I've ever been in and out of a tire shop. Excellent customer service and grateful for their help.

Last year Dave installed new brake pads and rotors on my CRV. I only had a 3-hour window to do the…read morejob before leaving on a trip so he put everyone in the shop on it and finished early! Cost was very reasonable - much less than the dealer quote. This year I returned to ask about a worrisome brake noise. He checked it out immediately and explained what was happening and how to deal with it. He declined any payment even though he spent about 45 minutes with me. Dave is a truly honest man and a great mechanic. His garage is my first choice for auto service.

Dave is just one honest mechanic. I had a tire that was giving me fits...it had a slow leak that I…read morecould not locate for the life of me. I first went to Mavis and two young guys looked at the tire and said it could not be repaired; tire had to be replaced. What I found interesting was one of the two said "I see the screw causing the leak and it is definitely unrepairable." The irony was he wasn't even pointing to the sheetrock screw the other kid identified. So they gave me a price of $279 installed for a new tire... I left and remembered seeing this little garage listed on Yelp, "Dave's Garage" and that's where I headed. Dave was by himself today and some guy had an appointment so he politely said, pull the Buick in, the guy is a half hour late already. He took the tire off, repaired it and proceeded to tell me his stories. He has had quite a past. But he has been operating in Venice for 19 years. As he finished the repair and another story, he said $20 sir. I gave him $25 and said $20 for the repair and a small tip for entertaining me today. All I can say is this guy is the real deal; a throwback to my childhood 60+ years ago when I used to hang out at McWilliams Garage near my house. Honest, highly qualified, and full of life's stories. He's a great mechanic and a good person.