My Jeep received new gears and it's awesome. No leaks or issues and done "on time and on budget." There's a phrase that is disappearing in this current era. Mike runs a great shop and takes care of what he says. He keeps getting great reviews, he's a true mechanic and not a parts replacement only facility... you know, the places that only do what the computer read-out states. Mike knows how to diagnose situations and have solutions... "it doesn't work right at home, but when you take to the other shops it doesn't do it and they tell you the computer says nothing to fix." This place does their homework and presents options. Plus, they don't estimate one price and screw you when you come pick it up, with a totally inflated final price (as we know many do.) Pipe Dream keeps you in the loop as the process evolves. If there are issues along the way, you get a call with options (one size doesn't fit ever situation.) And he builds some really custom rigs and upgrades! This is a great place when you need a project taken care of, the first time. read more

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These guys are the best! Mike and his crew got my 1973 K5 running and driving like a champ. From steering, roll cage, disc brakes, new fuel tank, electrical and much more! I cannot thank them enough. After run ins with a lot of shops here in the desert that could not fix my problems to pipe dreams getting me dialed in from A-Z!! read more

Pipe Dream Classics and Offroad - Auto Repair Near Me - Thousand Palms, California

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Professional, honest and efficient. Custom fabricated the undercarriage of my 911. Perfectly executed and beyond my expectations. I highly recommend Mike and his team. read more

Known MIKE and Pipe dream for years Now . Done a whole bunch of work over three vehicles . Most recent is Icon Lift and Skid Plate for my Tacoma . There is no where else I would go to have work done on a vehicle. Always would recommend! read more

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Mike did a great job building up the engine on my 1967 Dart. He collaborated with an outside third party for me to get parts and got the job done within the budget he gave me and in the time frame he agreed to. I would highly recommend him, he is a very talented individual. read more

Pipe Dream Classics and Offroad - Auto Repair Near Me - Thousand Palms, California

MIKE does amazing work. He is honest and really knows his stuff. He built my Jeep and is building my new Bronco. There's not another shop in the Coachella Valley I would go to after finding MIKE and Pipe Dreams in Palm Desert. Thanks MIKE! read more

Pipe Dream Classics and Offroad - 2023 Bronco - Auto Repair Near Me - Thousand Palms, California

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While fighting with my hubs during a flat tire moment, I looked up and saw this shop. I went over, baby in hand for dramatics, and asked if they had a better jack than my Subaru provided. They sure did, wheeled it out and in mins our nightmare was over. Mind you, they were all holding up, from what I can tell, a lift kit to a huge truck when I came in. Solid people here. Thank you again. read more

Best shop around town, my company vehicle broke down at the end of the day I got here right before they were closing and the guys were more than willing to help fix my truck even though they had to I stay past closing time. Thank you so much guys I really appreciate the great service. read more

Thank you mike for doing a great job with my Jeep! Done on time and under budget. Solid work! Installed a lift kit and found the exact rims I wanted. Price was under what I was quoted and even had it detailed! Highly recommended read more

Pipe Dream Classics and Offroad - 2.5 inch lift kit installed and 33 inch tires with fuel rims - Auto Repair Near Me - Thousand Palms, California

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This place is absolutely amazing! Mike installed the entire engine and drivetrain in my '71 442 in one day. All of the work was perfect. He is still young, yet extremely knowledgeable, way beyond his years. Mike stands behind his work and is meticulous with the details. Prices are reasonable for the quality of work that is done. He is one of the few that I have found that can reliably complete this heavy labor. I would highly recommend Mike and his shop for complete automotive repair, removal and replacement of engine and drivetrains as well as engineering and fabrication from start to finish in a timely fashion. The job required some custom fabrication which was right up his alley. I found Mike to be extremely honest and with excellent integrity. read more

I had the best possible experience here. The lugnuts on my truck had come loose and had only one left when I limped to the side of the road and had it towed to Pipe Dream. Mike, the shop owner, responded to my texts after hours and told me he would take care of it. He followed up with me the next day asking how I was and if I was okay. He not only took care of it same-day but was flexible with payments, which was a huge thing for me. He was sincere and professional the whole way through and I will be going back to him for a new suspension lift. I actually wish he offered MORE services because I would take my truck and other car there for everything! If you're tired of dealing with deception, scammers, and rip-off shops, go see Mike I guarantee he will take care of you. read more

I needed brackets welded on my Suzuki Samurai to attach a tow bar. I took it to Pipe Dream Custom Fabrication and Roll Cages. Mike and his crew did an excellent job and at a great price. I'll go to them for all my welding needs. read more

We take our 2012 Chevy Silverado, Diesel to Mike at Pipe Dream, and we wouldn't trust anyone else working on our truck. He's a very talented, hard working, honest mechanic (which is very hard to find, let alone a diesel mechanic). Very happy with our lift kit and very happy that Mike has kept our truck in excellent running condition. read more

I have ten cars between my business and family and all of them go to Pipe Dream without exception. I have lived in the desert for over 25 years and Mike and Kevin the best mechanics I have seen. No baloney, know cars inside and out, fair pricing. We bring them Jeeps, Toyotas, Fords, you name there isn't a thing they haven't seen or can't fix. Welding too. Can't say enough good things about this shop. read more

Mike may look young and some associate experience with age, but this guy is young and knows his stuff. I have taken modern cars, such as a Lexus IS 250 to old classics, such as a 1941 Caddy and this dude performs like no other, along with his awesome assistant Joe. These guys don't mess around or play games. They are up for whatever project you have in mind and they are honest, reliable, affordable and every time I run into people at car shows, I recommend these guys. Good, honest mechanics and fabricators are hard to find nowadays, but these guys do it all and will take care of you - everything from electric, to AC, to custom auto fabrication. These guys rock! read more

Pipe Dream Classics and Offroad - 1941 Caddy Series 62 - converted from 6-12 Volt - Auto Repair Near Me - Thousand Palms, California

Mike was amazing! I called numerous shops asking for help! Nobody wanted to take on my project. Mike was more than fair, and said this problem could be more than the car is worth. Let me look it over for a hour or two. Thankfully he and his amazing mechanics took on this task. More than a fair price!!! They even washed it once completed. Thank you read more

I have a custom frame for a 58 Chevy P/U and had the brake lines done by Mike. I'm very happy with the work. Looks very clean!

It's super hard when it comes to finding a mechanic you can trust. I'm sure we all know that by now. I went in thinking I needed a tune up and brake and rotors. Mike was amazing. Not only did he tell me I didn't need brake and rotors, after he had already got the parts, but he showed me why I didn't. We'd them and explained to me how the system worked. He did a full tune up and oil chance and got me out of there fast. Glad to say I have found my forever mechanic. Thank you!!! read more

It's difficult to find a shop that does quality fabrication work in a timely fashion. Mike built an NHRA certified roll cage for my GMC Typhoon as well as took care of several additional fabrication jobs I needed on the truck. He did everything in the time he specified and for very close to the original quote. I've been building cars for over 20 years and Mike is the first person I've worked with who was thinking one step ahead on the details of my build. He cares about the quality of his work and about the outcome of your car. Look him up, you'll be glad you did. read more

Pipe dream has fixed two of my cars quicker and for less money than I have been quoted in the past. Mike is extremely informative and thorough. Overall great experience and awesome shop. read more

I gave Mike vague parameters as to what I was looking for on a lift and tires for my F150. Mike did some research online, came up with a plan and showed me some photos for examples. His estimate of cost was spot on, which I really appreciated. I dropped the truck off Wednesday morning, and it was ready the next morning for pick up. It came out better than I expected, and the ride is better then when it was stock. Mike has a wealth of mechanical knowledge, and it's clear he takes pride in his work. It was a pleasure working with Pipe Dream Customs, and I highly recommend Mike. He is professional, courteous, and skilled. read more