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Adkins Automotive

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

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Auto brake 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 - How my car looked after getting it back

Johnny's Automotive

(74 reviews)

This is who you want to fix your car. I just got my Wrangler back tonight. It's practically a brand…read morenew Wrangler now. Runs better than the day we got it. I have an F-150 that will be there now. Very friendly staff. And the waiting area is unlike anything I've ever seen. It's amazing. You have a customer for my two cars as long as I live here. And I think all the work we had done was very reasonable too. The prices were very reasonable.

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

(70 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.

American Transmission & Auto

American Transmission & Auto

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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:(

Master Auto Repair  - a.s.e.master certified Eugene Davidson now 81 years young still at shop.

Master Auto Repair

(13 reviews)

2 vehicles = 2 amazing reviews!…read more Red Dodge Ram - Took it in for 60k mile tune up, needed all the spark plugs (16 on 8 cylinder) all oils replaced, brakes inspected, full overall check. The cost of the repairs were half of what a dealership would offer. He is very transparent and will talk to you about the repairs. My transmission needed repairs and he helped me get that fixed for a fraction of the cost! Because of this he has earned my service on everything from small to large repairs on this vehicle! 2005 Kia Sportage - I needed to purchase a small vehicle for outside sales, Gene and his mechanics buy and rebuild and sell vehicles, this one was for sale! They have rebuilt everything on this vehicle from the engine, timing chain, water pump, brakes, air intake, fuel injectors, everything was done! I purchased this vehicle at 3500 and it was a steal! I have drove off the lot with a brand new rebuilt vehicle for $3500!!! Who can say that!!! I love Gene and the shop for doing what they do. To sum it up, this is an old school place in a new time era! They are honest, do the repairs, do not overcharge, and take care of every customer! The BEST IN TOWN for repairs small or large, general maintenance or even purchasing a vehicle. Go see your local auto mechanic and keep local businesses up and running!

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!!!!!!

Adkins Automotive - autorepair - Updated October 2026

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