About Business
Residents of Gainesville, FL, Gainesville have long trusted Hugo's Auto Service for their expert Car Repair needs. Whether you need assistance with Auto repair shop or general Car Repair support, they are well-equipped to help. They are well-regarded for their quality of work, maintaining a 4.7/5 rating with 64 reviews. Throughout Gainesville, and particularly in Gainesville, FL, Hugo's Auto Service is recognized for upholding the highest standards of the Car Repair industry. Don't hesitate to contact Hugo's Auto Service for any Car Repair inquiries or to schedule a visit to their Gainesville, FL facility.
Google Reviews
James Eaddy
★★★★★
Edited 3 months ago
Took my 2018 JLUR 3.6 Auto in with a known blown head gasket at around 70k miles (yay Jeeps) for repair and timing service. Dan and team were awesome to work with taking my concerns and questions seriously, as well as just being incredibly easy to communicate with. I had this repair done not more than 2 weeks before driving from FL. to Moab, UT for a long Wheeling trip. The Engine had zero issues both during highway and low range driving environments other than a intermittent vvt timing response issue. But that was likley a block in the oil port and it cleared up with a quick Italian tune-up and oil change. So, over six thousand miles later I'm more than pleased with the work and very much recommend this shop and team. Hard to argue going from a torn apart engine in Florida to Top of the World Utah without any hiccups. :)
iSimplyCD
★★★★★
3 months ago
Excellent customer service, reasonable pricing, and staff give honest explanations on why items/services are priced a certain way. They are also local which is a plus for me. Overall great experience bringing my car in and will be recommending to others.
John-Paul Nicholls
★★★★★
5 months ago
Awesome staff. Highly recommended. They did all they could to help me get back home to Miami. Best shop in town. You can tell by all the customers that came in and out of shop it’s definitely a staple in the community. I’d stop here before any other shop in town.
Gabriela Garcia
★★★★★
a year ago
I had a fantastic experience with them! My Mini, unfortunately, broke down as soon as I got on the highway to drive towards Miami. The employees were incredibly nice on the phone and took their time to explain my car's issues. The mechanics truly went above and beyond on my car and resolved even tiny issues (like refilling my oil before I picked my car back up). I am extremely grateful for their help and cannot recommend this business more highly! Thank you all so much for your help!!
Miriana
★★★★★
a year ago
this place was recommended to me by my job. I went for an oil change and was very pleased by their quick and quality service! i went again today to get my brake fluid replaced and i was still happy their work. they went out of their way to check my car and even my tires! they didnt hassel me with any unnecessary repairs and they let me know some things to just keep my eye on. they always explained every issue and what they did to fix it. 10/10 would recommend!
Tina King
★★★★★
a year ago
This place is amazzing! Bought a car from Toyota paid 13,000 a week ago and codes were showing up took it to 3 different places told me it was a sensor. He quoted me a price took my car came back and a hose had not been out on properly which made it throw the codes! He could have still charged me but he didn't! He let me know the issue corrected it and I was on the road! Very knowledgeable very family oriented! I have been in Gville 2 years without a mechanic I feel so much better that I have one now! Don't go anywhere else! He is a Gem and so is his other employees!
Rashaud Walker
★
☆☆☆☆
11 months ago
Was due to start a new job soon so I wanted to bring my car into a good transmissions shop for some work to be done. I should’ve known when I was teenagers in the back working on cars that I was not in the right place but with the weekends fast approaching I was literally out of options, mind you there was no issues with my trans whatsoever when I brought it to this man, in fact I only did it as a means of work knowing I live almost an hour and thirty minutes from my job. They were only suppose to be doing an oil change and transmission fluid flush as well as transmission oil filter and gasket. Dude has my car for 3-4 hours right? I come to pick it up the tab was $460 not bad right? I I didn’t even make it home before my cars transmission started shifting wildly out of control. Now it won’t hardly shift at all. On top of that my cars oil engine light is coming on when I stop my car but goes off when I accelerate, another issue that I was not having prior to coming here and trusting this shop. He now wants to pit the blame on a OBD sensor scan when I know for a fact my car was reading this codes when I brought it in, which suggest me to believe that he’s no more honest than the shop in Ocala that’s under investigation for the same reason. I urge everyone with the means to keep their receipts and document and verify all work done and undone to your vehicles, unfortunately we are now living in selfish times where you have to protect yourself from people that appear honest and professional on the surface. I’m having issues with my damn car that I haven’t had since I brought it a year ago, upon bringing this to his attention I also have not heard back from him in either. At this point it’s pretty obvious that no one there has at least a decade of auto experience, I DO NOT RECOMMEND TO ANYONE, my car has a v6 Pentastar in it, and if they can’t even work on a damn v6 your gonna trust him with your v8? No thank you. Never again bro. You didn’t even respond to my messages no call backs or anything and I wouldn’t bring my car back here anyway, thanks for stealing my money and adding more bills and stress to life.
Angela Sheffield
★★★★★
3 years ago
Dan and his team went above and beyond to take care of the needs I came in with. Along with helping solve some other issues I had going on with our vehicle. I was so impressed with the timely response, wonderful communication, outstanding service on all levels. If your looking for a company. To take care of your vehicle needs give them a chance to meet your needs. I think you'll be surprised with the level of service they give. Especially now more than ever. We will be loyal customers and recommending them to everyone.
Ceri Borde
★★★★★
a year ago
Dan and Rony have been excellent with our family vehicles. They are prompt at responding and hardworking. Super friendly and willing to work with you. I really like their job system where it links you to what is wrong with your vehicle and if you want those particular jobs done, or hold off. They are clear, easy, and honest.
salar javanshir
★★★★★
a year ago
I've been familiar with this mechanic and auto repair shop in Gainesville for a few months now, and I can confidently say they are the best around! Their expertise spans various car models, and they stand out because they don’t invent problems just to charge you more. Their prices are very fair, likely the best you'll find in Gainesville. Additionally, they offer excellent discounts for UF affiliates. This family-run business has been established for quite some time, and the outstanding attitude and manners of their team are just the icing on the cake! I wholeheartedly recommend them!
Virdell Bowels III
★★★★★
a year ago
How many mechanics have you dealt with that send you a repair quote, than advise you on how they can save you money in labor by doing certain repairs together? I know none because most want to maximize profits at any cost. Not at Hugo’s! If you want fair pricing, fast and reliable automobile maintenance and repairs than do the right thing and choose Hugo’s Auto Service.
Oliver Eric
★★★★★
3 years ago
I’ve been here a few times and as a college student that knows nothing about cars he helped each time and did a little extra free of charge to make sure my driving is safe. Dan has fair prices and explains everything to look out for if he notices something off while repairing your vehicle. It’s a small shop and I always feel welcome. He even will offer to call my dad to discuss what he’s going to do and prices. If you are looking for a place to help you out NEVER go to a dealership or a name brand place before checking out Hugo’s :)
Izabella Rose
★★★★★
a year ago
I can’t recommend this shop enough! Dan was so helpful, trust worthy, and went above and beyond, even calling to get a portion covered by warranty. Reasonable and honest prices that I haven’t been able to get at the VW dealership or elsewhere. Very grateful for the wonderful service. I will be coming back and trusting my car here again.
Sarah R
★★★★★
3 years ago
The service here is amazing! Dan was so helpful and patient when explaining the issues with my thermostat assembly. He was readily available by phone, kept me updated through the entire process, and got my car back to me very quickly. Absolutely coming back here again if needed and highly recommending him to my friends!
Sandra Gordon
★★★★★
11 months ago
Very nice people. I spent a lot of money there recently I can't afford it but they're very good people. I'm very hard workers excellent mechanic
Steven Bell
★★★★★
3 years ago
My co-worker and I work around the corner from Hugo's, neither of us have ever used the business until this week. Either way my co-worker's water pump went out on his 2017 F-150 on the way to work at 6:30am. Hugo's had it fixed before 3pm the same day, just sitting from the sidelines I could tell there was good communication. The warranty period is great and the customer service was awesome. Oddly the best part, my co-worker told me this morning that pressure on his tires were low before he took his truck there, but were at specs afterwards. Owner did not mention it.. just did it. I have not used Hugo's "yet" but with that kind of service I probably will.
Duncan J Townsend
★★★★★
11 months ago
Great service and ease of coms via technet/metric is convenient and a better way to communicate diagnostics and quotes. Reasonable rates, trustworthy and quality work from this family biz. Thank you! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Dante Scotland
★★★★★
4 years ago
Provided me with excellent service at an affordable price. I would definitely recommend anybody else to get their car repairs or general maintenance done at this establishment. The mechanic was honest and upfront about the services and their costs and in my honest opinion that's what makes someone become a loyal customer. I'd recommend the local college students come check them out for any mechanical issues.
Andrea Garrido
★★★★★
3 years ago
I started taking my car here after Dan took over the business. He is the only mechanic I trust to touch my VW. I jumped around dealerships just to ensure Dan was the one always in charge of my car. Couldn’t ask for a more honest mechanic, even when you don’t want to hear the bad news he has for you. Never tries to push or upsell anything. He is actually very educational, showing exactly what is wrong, how it happens, and how urgent it is to correct. Now that I’m no longer in Gainesville not sure who I will trust to work on my VW. I might just have to drive back to Florida whenever my car needs maintenance
Eli Baltzelle
★★★★★
a year ago
Hands down best experience I have had bringing my car in anywhere. Everything was explained to me in a very detailed way, excellent friendly customer service. They will be my go to from now on!
