I brought in my 1991 Corvette for a severe leak in the transmission. Sam, Josh and their team…read morediagnosed my problem within a day which was my front pump was leaking. They did this without charge and told me the issues. They suggested a rebuild at a price that made sense given the price to fix the leak. I never felt pressured at all and I decided to go with the rebuild. I am so glad that they suggested that because once they took it apart they showed me that the 3/4 clutches were completely bad. They saved me from spending more money in the future. They were honest and explained everything to me which I really appreciate in any mechanic. They finished my transmission within 3 days. I have driven the car all day and it feels great. I would suggest transmax/ Sams wholesale for any transmission work. Great experience!!

Sam and his team are honest professionals who got me out of buying extra parts I didn't need from…read moreanother shop. Honest shop.

We were recommended to Maitland Autobody on 436 by nearby Honda dealership (without a body shop)…read morefor some body work done in a minor accident. They were very professional, provided a fully quote of what work would be needed. A full explanation while looking at the damage was very helpful! Parts were ordered ahead of us dropping the Honda for the work, they kept us informed of the expected date it would be completed. They even called the day prior to confirm the car would be ready! When we picked up the Honda from the shop they went above by cleaning up the interior floors and surfaces! Thank you Maitland Autobody for the great work and professionalism. Our Honda looks great again!

A service tech from the dealership recommended Maitland Auto Body for a small bumper repair that…read morewould have been pricey at the dealership. They were very accommodating, very professional, and repaired my car quickly for a very reasonable price. Great service!

I called up with an issue with my 2007 Chrysler 300 SRT8 overheating. I suspected it to be the…read morethermostat. They confirmed as well. They set me up for the next day, and knocked it out real quickly and professionally. I also had a few other concerns with my car, and he inspected the car over and let me know what he saw. They also had a fair estimate waiting for me when I came to pick up my car. I no longer have temp issues. I'm completely satisfied with the service and attention that I received @ Barrett, and I will be returning to complete the rest of my service. A+ Justin M

I have a Chevy 1953 Chevy truck that had been in a restoration shop in Sanford for several years…read morethat didn't finish the work and charged an obscene amount of money. Recovered the truck and took it to Dave and he worked through the issues and did a fine job. Just drove it home and ran great, good communication and commitment to detail. Not many places that can problem solve issues on old vehicles any more. Rocky

I love my car, so when something is wrong with it, I try to take it to a good doctor...er, I mean…read moremechanic. A few weeks ago, my car started doing something that it had never done before. When I turned the key to ignite the engine, the engine would struggle for a bit, and then when the car turned on, all of my alarms and lights would start flashing. This was especially embarrassing in public because it looked like I was breaking into my own car. This obviously seemed like an electrical issue, so I brought it over to my usual mechanic who shall not be named here. They said that they don't do electrical work and recommended that I take it to the dealership. As we all know, even driving past your dealership will cost you $100, so I decided to check around for local mechanics who do electric work. Dynasty Auto was one of the first ones I checked out, and the Yelp reviews convinced me to give them a shot. I brought my car in and just as I figured, it was an electrical problem. However, it was a big one. I needed a part replaced. Dynasty offered me the option to go new or used. I went with used because it would save me some money. When the used part came in, they immediately called me to inform me that the used part was garbage and that they wouldn't send me and my car out of there with something like that. I really appreciated their honesty because I've had mechanics put faulty parts in my car in the past. So, the only option was to buy a new part instead of used. Long story short, it took a bit for the new part to get installed and programmed correctly, but on the upside, my car is back to normal, and Dynasty charged me for the used price instead of the new one to compensate my inconvenience. Through every step of the way, they took the time to explain what was wrong, what needed to be done, and what steps they were taking to get it done. I can't stress enough how strongly I recommend Dynasty if you need work done on your car. They're honest people, they charge reasonable prices, and they beyond the call of duty to make sure your car is back in good shape. If you're looking for a new mechanic or are just willing to try someone new, have Dynasty take a look at your car. 5 stars and two enthusiastic thumbs up!

Warning: In my opinion, my experience involved deceptive business practices…read more I called Dynasty Automotive before my appointment and specifically asked two questions: how much the A/C diagnostic would cost and how they would determine what was wrong with my vehicle. I was told the diagnostic would cost about $120 and that they would use a diagnostic tool to identify the problem. After waiting about an hour, I was told they could not diagnose the issue unless I first authorized a $471 A/C recharge, and that I should just let the Freon leak out to see if there was a leak. I was effectively left with two choices: pay about $120 for a "diagnostic" that would provide no diagnosis, or pay $471 for a Freon recharge without knowing whether it would fix the problem, just to continue the diagnosis. Feeling backed into a corner, I approved the recharge. Only after the recharge was completed was I told the evaporator was leaking and given a repair estimate of over $4,100. Later, I was told the dryer listed on the estimate was only a recommendation. What concerned me most were the inconsistent explanations. During my visit, I was told the leak had been identified using water from a water bottle. Later, I was told the recharge was necessary to identify the leak. Those two explanations cannot both be true. I requested a partial refund because I believe the need for a $471 recharge should have been disclosed when I specifically asked how the diagnostic would be performed. My request was denied.

Wow! The crew at Advance Driveline provided fast, quality service at a great price…read more I took my 2004 Avalanche to a national service fanchise because I had what I believed to be a rear bearing that was worn. They told me I needed to replace the entire differential for $2,700. The kicker is, they couldn't even tell me what was wrong with it. I decided to get a second opinion and took it up the street to Action Gator on Lee Rd. The service staff there were great and agreed that I seemed to have a bad axle bearing and possibly some noise coming from the pinion bearing. They weren't equipped to work on this so they referred me to Advance Driveline. After scheduling an appointment, I dropped my truck off hoping for the best. About an hour later, I received a call that I did have a worn axle bearing and the pinion bearing was showing some wear also. They replaced all of the bearings, seals, and ring gear, and I had my truck back that afternoon. Just under $800 out the door, way better than $2,700!!!

Came in and dropped off a driveshaft to get fixed for a 1981 Toyota Corolla. It was finished in…read morejust a few days. The driveshaft was cleaned up and fixed to my liking. No gimmicks on pricing and they were very straight forward with all my expectations. They called as soon as they were finished with my equipment and advised the best times for pick up. I Appreciated the fact they take all credit cards like American Express as some companies do not so didn't have any problems with paying once I was there. I will use them again if needed.

Honest local repair shop Did a good job with my car , and…read moregave great advice They fixed my door lock as promised, and helped check on other issues with my 10 year old Passat

We took our Chrysler, that had air conditioning and cooling system woes to Griffis. They got the…read moreair blowing ice cold, and the cooling system runs great. Plus I think it took maybe 36 hours to get parts ordered and all work completed. They are a super duper team. By the way, the garage is organized and clean

Got a flat tire on my way to work. Found a screw. Took my car to the Winter Park location on Howell…read morebranch. Arrive shortly after they opened (7:15am). I was greeted and asked to pull into one of the service bays. Waiting room was nicely furnished and had coffee and cookies available. I was the first customer the tire plug service took about 15mins and only cost $20. The shop manager was courteous and attentive as customers entered the shop. Thank you for the service and fixing my problem with urgency and care. Now I have a new shop that I can rely on. ps. From what I learned this shop is a family owned and operated business with locations throughout central Florida. Support local!

My wife and I purchased a 1973 Bronco and when we received it, it unfortunately could not be…read moredriven. We got the car towed to Expert Car Care, and they took their time to troubleshoot and find the issues, which was old gas, spark plugs, resistor, and ignition coil. They got it running and now drives like a dream. It's difficult to find a trust worthy mechanic to work on classic cars, but was happy to find them and will be bringing the vehicle back for some customization.

I brought my car in for a few issues and even though I chose to ultimately have my father do the…read morework on it, they didn't charge me a dime for the diagnosis. Plus, when I picked the car up, they took a good 10 minutes to explain to me what's going on with the engine and possible fixes that my father can try on his own. I can see why this place has been around for so many years. They seem trustworthy and knowledgeable. I would not hesitate to bring my vehicle back in the future!

Just a friendly reminder--stay away from Mahoney's. They caused $3500 worth of damage to my car,…read morewhile performing a basic procedure. They called it " wear and tear" from a car 5 years old. They would not take responsibility= thief's and dishonest. WOW--You all saw his reply. I love how a owner has to explain a bad review. Mine isn't the only 1 star review. There are many. Having to defend your work, is the reasoning for a GUILTY conscience. Thanks for reaffirming what I said by you trying to explain your side-must of hit a nerve. My job is done.