About Business
American Auto Repair brings expert Car Repair solutions to the local community in Lakeland, FL, Lakeland. From Auto repair shop, Auto air conditioning service, Auto tune up service to complex Car Repair projects, they maintain high standards of service quality. Local residents in Lakeland, FL appreciate their attention to detail, leading to a consistent 4.7/5 rating from 230 reviewers. By focusing on the specific requirements of the Lakeland, FL area, they have built a loyal following among local Car Repair customers. Explore their full range of Car Repair services and see why they are a preferred choice for customers across Lakeland, FL and beyond.
Google Reviews
maggie cabral
★★★★★
2 weeks ago
I came to this garage in need of what I thought was upper and lower ball joints plus control arms. Being a single mother with no extended family to help us. It’s hard to afford much in this day and age. They worked with me on an affordable price and care about helping us. I agreed with the cost and dropped off my truck there. While it was there they took apart the front end and found that I didn’t need all that work on her (my truck) and told me that it would save on the cost.🥳 The mechanic that worked on my truck was amazing and the lovely lady in the office was absolutely awesome!!! They communicated and kept me updated with everything . I drove off and not a single bang in my front end!!!! I started crying in happiness.!!! I know it sounds silly or maybe stupid but this truck is my legs and has saved me in many ways in unfortunately situations. Also that banging in my front end had me so worried and nervous due to the fact my child and I rely on her (my truck) so much. I’m so blessed and grateful for them!!! I will be a returning customer again to this company!! Thank you soooooo much!!!!🥰🥰🥰 They are honest and trustworthy!!!!! 🤩🤩 They go above and beyond!!!
samora vargas
★★★★★
3 weeks ago
Everyone hear is an absolute dream to even work with but i have to give extra props to the two ladies at the office Candy and Brandy have been nothing but absolutely wonderful to me, I’ve dealt with the most unexpected, most devastating situation ever with my car from a previous “mechanic” (not by them at all, i took my car here to fix said problem but unfortunately it was to late) and they did everything possible to accommodate me. Communication is 1000% there I feel as if i’ve been coming to them for years and this week has been my first ever interaction with them and they’ve definitely topped it and messed it up for everyone else! I definitely do recommend this place their workers are amazing their work is amazing they are very well detailed and try to get you in and out as soon as possible, I will definitely and seriously recommend this place to anyone that asks and I will be bringing any car I have to this place from now on. Give my girls a raise lol! They definitely deserve it!!! Thank you all so much again for everything!
Blesson Augustin
★★★★★
a month ago
American Auto Repair is simply the best! 🚗 The service was outstanding, and they really know their stuff. My car runs like new now! ✨ Highly recommend them for any auto needs. The team is friendly and efficient. 👍 Definitely coming back! 😊
Ali M
★★★★★
2 months ago
Just had the most wonderful experience with this facility. My tire blew out while traveling on vacation. Called American Auto repair and spoke with Brandi who was kind and was able to quickly research the needed tire and have it delivered by the next morning. They accepted the tow, ordered the tire, and allowed the vehicle to stay at their shop for two days while we were on vacation. A huge thank you to Brandi and Richard (the technician) who helped us in a stressful time and provided quick and low costs services. Would recommend!
Matthew Thurman
★★★★★
3 months ago
Awesome place! Reasonable prices, great service, and an ethical buisness! Type of place I would send my wife and not worry about her being taken advantage of. No blinker fluid or $100 premium air sold here, just quality honest work at a fair price. 100% my place to go for car and truck repairs in lakeland.
Freddy Rivera
★★★★★
3 months ago
Was recommended to this place by my son. Met the owner who gave me a brief history of the place along with his vision. Was extremely impressed. I got my oil change done and they were fast, efficient and extremely friendly. You want a place that is honest and will back up there work, this is the place. I would highly recommend this place for any car work big or small.
Mic Geraci
★★★★★
4 months ago
I got some brand new Rims And Tires and a 3 1/2 inch lift kit added to my 2017 Chevy Silverado. I trust American Auto Repair with all my work. They do a great job and always work with me on the price. Take care of my fleet vehicles for my pool business. They’ve done transmissions for me timing chains. And of course always take care of me on my break and suspension work and oil changes and regular maintenance.
George Hinojosa
★★★★★
2 years ago
Best auto shop hands down! They took the time to research and explain everything. They got me the best price and got it done fast. I got new tires, brakes, rotors, and upper control arms on my truck. Didn’t try to add stupid stuff I didn’t need. Great bunch guys and gals. Cut and dry. Here’s the issue, this is the solution. Can’t find a better place anywhere in this state. Come see American Auto. Thanks guys!
Preston
★★★★★
a month ago
Jeremy and other staff were ultra helpful with my abs module on a Dodge ram. Quality service would give them ten stars if I could
Vanessa Jones
★★★★★
a month ago
Each time I go to American auto repair, great service and my car always repaired correctly and never had no more problems,if they tell you 30 to 45 minutes your car will be ready that's what it will be,thank American auto 🙂
Scott farrington
★★★★★
a month ago
American delivers a comprehensive and detailed explanations of problems found in a clear concise estimate on the cost work was performed properly and correctly thanks to Brandy and Candy and the whole staff.
Judy Shallcross
★★★★★
4 months ago
Great day when we met Ralph and got our new car. We love the attention that he showed to us and made us feel that only wanted the best for us Love his since of humor too. Thanks Ralph
Erik Stevens
★★★★
☆
4 months ago
My transmission is leaking out where the axle is and they looked at it and said its like becuase the transmission skirt is not working. But its still leaking out the same spot so I think its the slip yoke also which I will do myself but I do think what they did needed to be fixed also. What they explained made sense.
Beverly Miller
★★★★★
a month ago
Everyone was very cordial and professional; took the initiative to listen and explain efficiently the findings/repairs needed to ensure that the vehicle function properly.
Keith Bonner
★★★★★
2 years ago
The technicians listend to my needs and what I wanted. Even when small problems arose they made suggestions as to how to resolve it. All and all their work and attitude was excellent. I would highly recommend American Auto Repair!
Jose Sanchez
★
☆☆☆☆
5 months ago
Took my car here for a rough idle and was told it was the exhaust, was informed it would cost me 1k for a single exhaust tip or 1400 for dual, when asked if I wanted it loud the way it is now or quieter, I told the lady I wanted to keep it loud, iam told the car is ready but I can’t make it in time so I simply pay n ask them to pick it up after hrs, when I do the car is not loud and there is still a rough idle, I call and ask what’s going on iam told its still the exhaust but it might need some minor adjustments, so I take the car back and iam told it was never the exhaust, so now I’ve just payed 1400 dollars for a downgrade on my exhaust due to it not being the problem or being as loud as I wanted it to be, Iam told the problem was actually something else, I believe they said it was the exhaust manifold that had a large hole, once I get the car back and they fixed said problem my car is rough idling even worse, so I call again and head to them only to be told it’s because the car wasn’t ready and was given to me to early since they still had to program the car, than iam told the manifold they put in has a small hole and that they’d have to order a new one from ford and to wait about a week for it to come in and be replaced by them but that they’ll clamp it up in the meantime and that nothing bad would happen to the car, I come back and get the exhaust manifold fixed, Once the car is fixed and go pick it up Iam also told they changed my spark plugs and that one of them was broken, I was never asked if I wanted my spark plugs changed, they did that WITHOUT my consent, from there I drive off to Orlando to drop off someone to the airport and stop at a gas station when I hear a loud ticking noise from the engine, I get home and yes the noise is coming from the engine, I’m afraid the spark plug they changed they broke it and it fell into the engine, so I call to ask if it was broken when taking it out or if it broke once the park plugs were already removed, the lady told me it couldn’t have fallen into the engine since there’s a seal, which sounds sketchy so I go online and there’s no seal stoping a broken piece of a spark plug from going into the engine, frustrated I don’t come back to this place and instead just go to ford dealership where it’s come confirmed that I will need a new engine and that the 2nd cylinder was somehow broken/failed my car was only at about late 40,000 to early 50,000 miles and had no prior engine issues until I visited them, “ No, a Ford Mustang EcoBoost does not have a seal designed to prevent a broken piece of a spark plug from falling into the engine's cylinder. A spark plug tube seal keeps oil out of the plug well, but it won't stop porcelain or metal fragments from entering the engine” a simple google search confirmed it, this happened back in June of 2025 and didn’t leave a review until now due to being so busy and full of other problems in life right now.
Stacey Harte
★★★★★
4 months ago
Jeremy helped us when we got stuck with a flat tire. So greatful for him. Above and beyond truly blessed to have met him
Mamie Hall
★★★★★
4 months ago
They graciously added me in as a drive up because my car started having some problems. So for 2 days thenworked with me diagnosing…5 stars for being kind and caring about what happens
Alan Rheel
★★★★★
8 months ago
Excellent service. Diagnosed th e problems right away and quick communication letting me know the problems. Candy was professional and quick to respond to questions I had. Military friendly and now I have a reliable mechanic shop when needed. Thank you! Recommend if you need a reliable mechanic shop!
robert wilson
★★★★★
2 years ago
Just wanted to thank everyone there for taking on my truck at the last minute, brought my truck in at 8:50 am and got back 12 noon ,definitely in time to .ake it to my tampa V.A. APPOINTMENT in tampa!!!!. Thank you so much for changing my starter and getting my truck back so fast , you definitely take care of your customers and VETERANS.
