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Affordable Auto and Truck Repair
4655 118th Ave N Unit B, Clearwater, FL 33762, United States
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BW
Review №1

I found Affordable online threw a site that recommends repair shops in my area. I looked at some of the reviews & decided to try them with my cars overheating problem. After they check my car out Troy called & let me know what the problem was & the cost to fix it. Since Im on a fixed income & had just bought the car, I explained that it would take couple of days before I would have the funds available. Troy was very, professional, polite, & shared empathy for the situation that dealership that sold me the car had caused. Im very happy that I decided to use this repair shop. Im pleased with the repairs & that my car is drivable again. It is very refreshing these days to find a company that is professional, polite, & show empathy for a situation that may be very unpleasant. If you have mechanical problems with your vehicle & want to be treated like an intelligent person & not just a dollar sign, you need to call Affordable Auto & Truck Repairs. Troy, I would like to thank you & everyone that worked to get my car back on the road. I will definitely be referring family & friends to you. I did compare cost with other shops in the area & Affordable was around the same cost, & definitely less than a dealership. This is my forever auto repair company.

Jo
Review №2

Found my electrical problem in one day, reset my computer, fantastic! AC works now. No problems. I felt pricing was very reasonable. Only one slight issue, tracked grease on my interior floor and side rail carpet.

Br
Review №3

Excellent service and fair prices. I was concerned about finding a reputable mechanic close by. Affordable was awesome and is my new mechanic. Thank you.

Ty
Review №4

I wouldnt take my sons hot wheels here. I called ahead brought my car in then they tell me to repair my one noisy brake it would be $890. I asked them why other places are quoting 500 to replace both rear brake pads, rotors, and calipers and they said that $890 was with tax included and is a good deal. BEWARE. STAY AWAY. FAR FAR AWAY FROM THIS PLACE.

So
Review №5

This place is amazing! So glad we found someone we trust to work on our 1987 RV. Troy was excellent in explaining everything and we were very happy with the results. Honesty, quality and reasonable prices. What more can you ask for!

Le
Review №6

Have been coming here for about 6 yrs and would not go anywhere else.My car runs great...they always do a fabulous job...trustworthy...timely and professional.Great job guys!!

Gr
Review №7

Troy helped me out when I was in a bind coming into FL. Appreciate him.

Di
Review №8

Wonderful care today. Troy was excellent and honest . Affordable place too. I will come back in the future if needed. Thanks again !!

Da
Review №9

These guys are fast and diligent and thoughtful. Troy was so patient with me and my difficult schedule! He also laid out a list of repairs in order of urgency to help me narrow things down to what I could afford. I really appreciate everything and plan to return the next time I need work done.

V
Review №10

The guy working in the front was very rude. I was done. I wouldnt do business with them.

Al
Review №11

Our radiator went out in our Ram and these guys were on it to save the day! They would not even let me drive it in and ended up coming to my house to tow it! That saved me from potentially from messing it up more! They all are very polite and professional here. Five star service all around! I will definitely being using them as my mechanic!

Ro
Review №12

Quick repair, friendly staff, reasonable price, stood by there work.

Za
Review №13

They do phenomenal work. You pay for quality I can work on my own car but Ive had to take it to them a couple of times. There work is always superb. Very talented techs work there.

An
Review №14

They are honest and affordable. We have been going there for years.

hu
Review №15

My mom works there so I have to like it 😌BUT I have been there most of my life and everyone that works there are very professional and nice.

St
Review №16

I feel very grateful for the work done by Affordable Auto in Clearwater. My car had to be towed to my hotel from an art fair I was in on a Sunday night. Affordable Auto then towed my car from the hotel to repair early Monday morning. The work was done that day & I was able to drive safely back to the Chicago area the next day. They were very kind and very helpful with the cost. They even followed up with me to make sure all was well ♥️

ra
Review №17

This place is simply the best. Quality service Best people. They repaired my 69 Elcamino. They took care of my baby.

Lo
Review №18

This place doesnt deserve to be in business not alone a 1 star. Im fair and square when it comes to reviews. My wife who works at the hospital and on her way to work was having car issues. The car wouldnt shut off even with the keys out. I have to run out of my office to get her car in for checkup. Took the car to the shop and asked them nicely to borrow or have them disconnect the battery for me. This can be done with a $1 tool. I have to get back to the office as I was in the middle of a meeting with the CEO and dont have time to talk about repair at that moment. Not only did they not offer to help, they said its not worth their time and left me hanging. I moved the car down the road to a better parking spot and a good citizen helped me unplug the fuel pump and ignition relay. Which took him literally 10 seconds. If a repair shop cant help with someone so simple even I can do with a $1 tool then they dont deserve to get anyone else business. Stay away from this place.

Ra
Review №19

There arent enough positive things I can say about Affordable Auto and Truck Repair and Sunny. I think people often dread going to get their car fixed because theyre afraid of getting ripped off. Affordable Auto is truly that - affordable. The pricing is fair and the experience takes a lot of stress off an already stressful situation like having a broken down vehicle. I even received follow up messages to confirm everything was running as it should. This experience is nothing like any experience Ive ever had or heard of from other mechanics.

Da
Review №20

I absolutely love this shop! Everyone there is friendly and thoroughly explains the issues that are wrong with your vehicle. They are extremely knowledgeable and efficient. Prices are very reasonable! Ive had my vehicle taken to three different mechanics and no one seemed to know what was wrong with my car. After an hour of my car being here at this location, Sunny called me and explained exactly what was wrong! Their mechanics are top notch and work in a timely manner. I will continue to come to this shop if I need any work done to my car. Kudos to you guys for being so awesome!

Pa
Review №21

Brought my F250 in for a tune up. They did a great job and had it done fairly quick. Drop off pick up same day. I got a message from one of the guys there making sure everything was okay. Good to see that this place checks up on customers.! I will for sure be back soon. Thanks guys !

Ca
Review №22

I had a great experience! I was a first time customer who found this place from their amazing yelp reviews, upon receiving a free quote, I was proven right. Sunny and the guys went above and beyond to effectively explain to me the issues and gave me a fantastic price. I will definitely be back for any car related issue.

El
Review №23

This place is amazing!! Its so affordable and the QUALITY!!!! They replaced my clutch for my 370z in like 4hrs!!!! And an oil change intop of that...hand down my mechanics for life!!!

Va
Review №24

Man this guy was GREAT!!!! I mean that in every sense of the word. He gave great advice and does awesome work. I had a starting problem with a 96 Honda Accord and he took care of it with no problems. He definitely reminds me of the ole school auto shops who werent all about the money. They were all about the customer. And this guy shows that. Im new to Florida and Ive looked into a few other auto repair shops. Well this shop takes the cake. Even hooked me up with a towing company. All work on ALL of my cars not done by me will definitely be done by him.Strong Work!!!

Da
Review №25

They treated me very kindly, and did superb work. Prices were very fair. I will be back.

Ja
Review №26

I echo all the great reviews. I am new to area and live in New Port Richey. I had no idea where to go until I read the reviews for Affordable Auto. And it is hands down worth the short drive. Sunny, Kevin and techs are the best!l.

B
Review №27

Kevin, Owner and Jeff, Technician offer first rate customer service and repair expertise at very reasonable rates. They have repaired my vehicles several times throughout the years and always go the extra mile to accommodate my schedule and repair needs. Absolutely The Best!

Th
Review №28

Fast service, excellent customer service and the price was great!!!I use my vehicle as a work tool, having it out of service is detrimental to our companies bottom line! Affordable Autos turnaround time salvaged my day.Thank you for the great service!!!

Ro
Review №29

My husband and I took our f150 truck to Affordable auto and had the engine replaced. We went solely on reputation and reviews and were very glad we found them. We were so pleased with the quality and the price of the work. The staff is great, very friendly and most importantly very knowledgeable. We will continue to take our cars and trucks to affordable auto as well as recommend them to our family and friends.

Jo
Review №30

They are always friendly, and get my truck in and out in a short amount of time. Also, the prices are very good. I recommend it to anyone.

Ep
Review №31

Attempted to get quote for work on my truck but seems my truck was to much to handle, Im assuming this is strictly small car mechanic.

Ju
Review №32

I normally never write reviews. But this place is TOO GOOD not to take few minutes of my time to rave about the awesome service and repair job they did on my car. When I arrived, I was greeted by Kevin and a very friendly dog. Within a few minutes, Kevin gave me an estimate; he explained to me what needed to be fixed. He offered to give me an AAA discount, and on top of that he gave me a Military discount. I was very happy with the customer service they provide. One of their friendly dogs kept me entertained while I waited on my car. And when I got my car back I was amazed at what a great job they have done. The next day, I received a text message from Kevin asking if I had made it to work safe or if the car was giving me any problems. They are very professional and have excellent customer service skills. Thank you to Peterson and Auto Truck for not putting a big dent in my wallet and making my car run smooth again.

Ji
Review №33

I needed to get a new timing belt for my car because it was 60,000 over the recommended mileage. Lets be honest...it was only a matter of time before it broke. After doing some research in the area (I just moved from out of state), I had called 13 different auto repair places to get estimates on how much it will cost to fix. Petersons was the lowest, best reviewed, and had a 2 year warranty with their service!! Deal! The estimates were anywhere from $550-$1000+ . When I called for the estimate and to make the appointment they were so nice and polite on the phone and could get me in the next day! I was shocked. Dropped my car off in the morning and they had it ready by the end of the day! Super quick, friendly, and they have adorable pups in the waiting area that are so sweet! I felt comfortable chatting while waiting for my uber and knew my car was gonna be in good hands! All in all, I got a new timing belt and water pump for $550, same day service, and they followed up the following days to see how my car was doing! I would highly recommend Peterson Auto & Truck to anyone! They will be my go to auto repair shop!

Sh
Review №34

Read the reviews and took a shot. Awesome people. Will definitely go back and definitely recommend them to anyone. They have earned my business. I was busy and needed it done by a certain time, the guy stated he would have several get on it to make it happen. Sure enough he gave me an approximate time and they were 30 minutes early! Great place. I will be back

Ka
Review №35

I heard about Petersons Auto from a mail flyer. They have good prices and coupons are always available which is nice and is one the reasons I went there to get my oil changed.They provided good customer service, a detailed follow up on recommended work to be done, and pricing before I left. Downfall is the oil change and waiting for follow up/pricing took 2 hours. Improvement area would be keeping the interior of my car clean, free of oil/dirt. Overall service was good and everyone was friendly!

Ty
Review №36

Great guys. Gave us a free diagnostic/inspection, and catered to our needs when we were picking up the vehicle after-hours. Really nice too. Come check out their doberman!

An
Review №37

I have spent thousands of dollars on car repairs at Peterson Auto & Truck. Every time I brought the car in for a particular code, they would find other things that needed to be fixed as well. After paying for repairs, the original problem never seemed to be fixed, but would reappear within hours. Each time that I returned the car for diagnosis and repair, I was told that it was a different problem and I believed them and paid for another repair. I brought my car in for a different problem than the one that kept reoccurring, a wiring problem with my brake lights. True to form, they had a list of other repairs that needed to be completed. They also wanted another crack at the problem that has been plaguing my car for years. When I picked up the car, the problem was worse, rather than fixed. One of the additional things that they said needed to be repaired was my brakes. When I picked up the car, the problem was worse, rather than fixed. Then when I brought it in for diagnosis at the request of the new service manager, he mentioned that the brakes didnt feel right. I reminded him that they just fixed them. Then my car kept stalling out not cranking. After keeping the car for 3 days, he said that I needed a new battery and alternator. He also mentioned that he would like to repair the brakes, if needed. Why would my breaks need to be repaired just a couple of months after a repair? I refused the repairs and took the car to a battery shop. They tested the battery and alternator, and found that both were fine. I was told that the problems that I was experiencing would be caused by a wiring problem. So, was all of this money that I paid for repairs necessary? I will never know. But I urge you to find another repair shop.

Ch
Review №38

The place is honest and nice to deal with. I love the dogs on site too! Very friendly.

St
Review №39

Im new to the Tampa Bay area and I need an automotive shop I can trust. Plus, as a pretty darned good shade tree mechanic myself, I know when Im being bamboozled.But I couldnt be happier with my experience with Affordable Auto and Truck Repair (a.k.a.: Peterson Auto & Truck)! I recently purchased a used car and I wanted a bumper-to-bumper assessment of what-all it might need in the near term.They did me right. They provided me with a list, in priority order, of what the car needed now and what it may need in the future. Each job was clearly explained and an estimated cost for each job was included.Most of the things on the list were things Id already made note of; a couple were new news to me, but when I checked for myself I confirmed the need.And, best of all, there werent any bogus things on the list. Everything was accurate and nothing unnecessary was added to pump up the bill.After talking with them Ive made an appointment to have the first couple of things taken care of so Ill have many miles of trouble-free driving ahead.(Oh, and they are dog people. Im a dog person. We need to stick together! :-) )

Je
Review №40

They offered free towing and that was fast. They also gave me quote with no charge. They were friendly and I feel the price was very competitive. They were friendly when I went to pick up the car and had great customer service. I would recommend them. I am very happy with service

CR
Review №41

Trustworthy auto repair shops are hard to come by and Im glad I found this place! Ive been to Affordable Auto roughly 5 times (since it was Peterson Auto) and I wont take my car anywhere else. I came in for a head gasket and brake system inspection and thankfully they pointed out a couple of other major items I was unaware of. I opted to repair all of the recommended items, was given a fair price after some discussion, had my car back in a couple days, and couldnt be happier! They issue a 2 year warranty on all labor which is awesome!!Thanks Kevin and good luck at the track! Would love to see some of your times if theyre online.

Ri
Review №42

Quality work at a great price!! Had a leveling kit installed on my 2019 Ram. Couldn’t be happier with the work done and the owner is very nice and professional. Would definitely return as a customer.

Br
Review №43

Honest and reliable. Every time I bring my car there I never feel like I’m being sold something I don’t need. They tell me exactly what’s going on. I would not bring my car anywhere else!

Ro
Review №44

Took a chance working with Petersons truck and auto and was surprisingly happy with my entire experience with them. They were personable on the phone and in person and did a quality job for a good price. My clutch went out on my car and they had a new one installed in a day. The guys there are great!

Lo
Review №45

Great people, Thank you Kevin for helping us out in a pinch!

Bi
Review №46

I took advantage of a coupon to get an oil and filter change and Im sure glad I did! Chris and Kevin were all about customer service, made sure that I was pleased with the work, and noted a few things that their thorough inspection showed may need to be tended to in the future. There was no pressure and no selling. I have found my mechanic shop and will be bringing all of my vehicles here for maintenance and repairs. Thanks guys!

Ab
Review №47

For starters, from the time I booked my appointment to the time I walked out was all around great. Sunny was pleasant and just as bright as her name. Kevin was right on point when it came to my vehicle. My price was reasonable, it wasnt the cheapest around (as I did check out their competition)but at the same time, you pay for what you get. the warranty on my parts is well worth the extra couple of dollars. This office has a great team I would and do recommend them to anyone who may need any type of service repair or even just a simple oil change.

Bl
Review №48

Great Place, great people, and great service. Peterson Auto & Truck had my truck up in running in a few days after I brought it in for a transmission issue. They even went so far as to follow up a few days after my service to ensure everything was still working correctly. Will definitely be back.

El
Review №49

I am a young female with no car knowledge. After relocating to Clearwater, I began to experience engine issues. I did some research, and selected Peterson Auto based on the location and great reviews.I dropped my car off prior to a business trip. I was greeted by Kevin, who was very patient while I explained everything going on with my engine. He gave me his card and promised to keep me posted while I was away. After determining the issue with my engine, he called me and explained everything in straight forward terms, and broke down my potential repair bill. He was extremely thorough and I was able to understand what the issue was with my engine. My car was repaired before I returned home, and my car is running great!!I plan to trust Peterson Auto for all my future car needs. The staff was wonderful, they are honest, and they do great work!!! Being in a new city and encountering car issues is very stressful. I am very happy that I found this mechanic.

Be
Review №50

A rare combination of honesty and integrity in the auto service industry. Every repair was done well with a warranty. Even got me a loaner car so I did not have to miss work! Im looking into purchasing an additional used vehicle and I plan on taking it to Peterson because I trust them.

Gr
Review №51

Best experience in a car shop EVER! Sunny and JoJo are remarkable, organizd and go way above and beyond. I have already begun recommended them.

An
Review №52

I just moved here and needed to find a DEPENDABLE auto shop. PETERSON AUTO AND TRUCK was an excellent find. The customer service was great and the prices fair.. My convertible runs like a dream... now I can start to enjoy diving around florida with the top down. I highly recommend Peterson Auto and Truck!!

Ja
Review №53

They were very friendly and helpful, will be returning soon for additional service to my vehicle.

Kr
Review №54

Peterson Auto & Truck is by far the best mechanic shop around! They have fair prices and the shop itself is extremely well kept. Everyone Ive met there has been friendly and knowledgeable. I am always greeted immediately with a smile from a professional. They work fast but always with top quality results. I would highly recommend Peterson Auto & Truck for all vehicle mantenece and repair. Its the ONLY place I trust with my vehicles.

Ki
Review №55

I went to the St. Pete location and they were courteous and professional. They did a great job and I have already recommended them to my local friends and also to my neighbors. Despite how busy they were they took the time to talk to me and explain things which I appreciated! Kudos! I will definitely go back!

Ka
Review №56

Finding this shop has been a blessing. Ive never experienced a more honest mechanic and appreciate the way they are willing to work with you. I feel confident bringing my car here, knowing that the work will be done properly and the prices are competitive. They have a life long customer in me and I definitely recommend them to anyone I know that is looking for a great auto repair place.

Ev
Review №57

I went over for a routine oil change and they did a full inspection gave recommendations for additional service. I highly HIGHLY recommend going here. They really know how to take care of their customers.

Ja
Review №58

I had some custom parts I wanted installed on my vehicle. Called around and eventually contacted Peterson Auto and truck and met Kevin and he knew how to get them installed and without hassle he set me up with an appointment and a quote over phone. They did good install work and at a competitive price. Got me in and out and even saved my old parts for me as I requested. My first time here and Kevin and Sonny were professional and very welcoming. I had some follow up general auto repair questions after I left and with a phone call Kevin made time to help. Thanks guys!

Gr
Review №59

I bought a new set of tires on a Friday night and really did not want to leave them in the bed of my truck all weekend. Petersons is typically not open on the weekends, but they knew they would have a few guys in finishing some projects so they offered to let me come in even though they did not have to. They got me in first thing in the morning and had me in and out in no time. I called 6 tire shops getting prices to have tires fit on my rims and every one of them was $5 higher per tire, and most were not willing to see me on a Saturday morning. I am grateful they were able to fit me in and they did an excellent job on balancing my truck out as it runs smoother than ever. Thanks for the help!

Au
Review №60

This is an all around great place! Great staff and great service. Had my car towed in after it broke down and I just knew it was a goner. Kevin fixed her right up for way less than I figured. If youre looking for an honest shop, youve found it!

Mr
Review №61

My AC wasnt blowing cold...guy said hed fix it for 150.00. When he said he was done he tells me he couldnt find the leak and didnt fix anything just put some freon in. So thats 150.00? Thanks for your expertise I could have done that at home. DONT TRUST THIS GUY HE WILL RIP YOU OFF!

Ke
Review №62

Communications were good and we were able to schedule our appointment for the same day. The work was done quickly while we waited. We were very happy with the service we received and wikl definitely come here again.

Ra
Review №63

Ive never had such a positive experience with an auto shop. The customer service was top notch. The staff are all incredibly friendly and they made me feel very welcome. The quality and speed of the work was 2nd to none. I highly recommend this shop to anyone.

Ma
Review №64

Sent my Jaguar there to replace both fuel pumps, and was met with professionalism and reasonable price provided the job was quite a challenge. Sunny was great, courteous and personable. The mechanics admittedly cursed my beloved car, but it was expected being a Jaguar, but without a doubt, its Sunny that makes Peterson Auto a well oiled machine. Will go back again surely.

Ch
Review №65

The issue i was facing, had me wanting to return the car. But Jeff and Kevin cooled me out,worked with my warranty ppl and got me back on the road in minimal time. 2014 Camaro got me smiling again!!

No
Review №66

Kevin and his team are the best of the best. I needed my drive shaft replaced and these guys tackled the task and returned my car in perfect running condition. They were quick and efficient and the price was within the industrys norm. I will return as a happy customer.

Pa
Review №67

Awesome place Kevin the owner is great. Very friendly and honest place. Jeff was my mechanic hes great. Check them out! !!! You wont be disappointed. ☺☺

Ti
Review №68

WATCH OUT FOR THESE SCAM ARTISTS! Scum bags got our vehicle for an oil change and tried to not let it leave the shop because THEY lost a part of the brake system while inspecting it and wanted twice what the dealer wanted for the same brake job! The kicker? It DIDNT NEED BRAKES! AND THEY DIDNT EVEN CHANGE THE OIL!!!! SCUM BAG MECHANICS, THEY SOLICIT HEAVILY FOR REVIEWS, READ BETWEEN THE 5 STAR REVIEWS AND YOULL SEE THE TRUTH ABOUT PETERSON AUTO REPAIR WHO HAD TO CHANGE THEIR NAME TO AFFORDABLE AUTO REPAIR. Which they are NOT!

Ch
Review №69

I truly loved the service I received. Craig and the Team are so honest and humble and really care about the type of service they are rendering!!! They are passionate about making sure anything and everything with your car whether new or old is at its BEST!! I went to them for the first time just last week and just for some basic service and not only did they do a good job they kept in touch with me every touch of the way and let me know everything else Safety Wise that needed to be done and Im now a life long Customer of theirs I wouldnt trade them for anyone!! They cared more about my car than the lot I purchased it from. I highly HIGHLY RECOMMEND that if you do not know of any other company you want to take your car to, do not hesitate, do not even think about it - just think about Peterson Auto & Truck you are seriously in good hands and besides they have a A+ rating with BBB. IT doesnt get any better that that!! Thank you Craig and the Team you guys rock!!!

Be
Review №70

Great folks. I had to get my car inspected by them for my insurance. They were very quick and they took care of everything for me. Awesome customer service.

Sa
Review №71

The personnel were all very friendly. The price was reasonable for a synthetic oil change. I called around to a few other places in the area and this one was the cheapest. I was able to get in and out during my lunch hour.

Ki
Review №72

I just spoke with Kevin on the phone and had a question about the type oil that would work for my car, not only did he give me the correct answer but he was extremely kind and helped me out tremendously! Will be there to get my own oil change tomorrow! Need nice mechanics like yall around!!!

Pa
Review №73

Excellent group of people to work with! Never a delay to bring my car in when it has trouble and its always fixed within the day I drop it off. Very good about calling to keep you informed on progress and costs, and they always have a fair approach to charging the customer (me). They understand that my Chevy Blazer is getting older, so I never feel pressured to get unnecessary things fixed, but I also trust their opinion when they say something needs to be done. My boyfriend was so impressed with the quality of their service on my car that he will be using Petersons for most repairs on his Volvo instead of the dealership nearby. Thank you Petersons for continuing to provide a superior service while also taking excellent care of the customer.

Ke
Review №74

Great service, always goes above and beyond to make sure you are taking care of. I feel safe knowing that they always have my back and try to minimize my costs every time.Prompt and great communication - i would recommend them (and have) to my friends and family.

Ba
Review №75

They are fair and honest when it comes to mechanic repairs. I was a little worried at first, but they are great. Very nice and pleasant with you.

Sa
Review №76

I needed upper and lower ball joints for my truck and mike was great not only was it 200-500$ cheaper then everyone but he did a free oil change and wipers! ANNNDDDD gave me a ride home twice! Great customer service. Plus easy on the eyes :). Definitely recommend them. They are 5 stars for a reason!

Ch
Review №77

Very helpful and knowledgeable shop. Sunny went above and beyond for me, I really felt like they were on my side. Cant recommend enough!

Sh
Review №78

Experienced and trust worthy staff. Great prices for repairs and fast turnaround. Would highly recommend to everyone.

Ru
Review №79

These guys really helped me out. I am doing a long term rental in Florida and am from new York. I got a check engine light while in Florida and needed to get it fixed because the use of a car is urgent while here. Brought the car to them based on the internet reviews and they did not disappoint! They needed to replace a gasket, air sensor and a couple of plugs. They got it all done in about 3 hours and gave me a guaranty of 2 years. I will be recommending these guys to anyone I know from this area. They did a great job and I will not hesitate to get return work done.

Ph
Review №80

They did our repair quickly. The cost was just fine! Great workmanship!

Ja
Review №81

Most recommended! Glad I found a place that can fix a Volvo that isnt Volvo. Friendly, prompt service, and quick to distinguish part cost from labor cost. They talked to me on a human level, which I dont get from other car repair shops.

Mi
Review №82

I was coming over the I-275 bridge from Tampa, when my front passenger wheel locked up. I was in the middle lane and when trying to pull off the road on the right the vehicle would not go? I had to wait till the right lane was clear, and then floored it. It made a horrible screeching noise. and I managed to get the vehicle into a side road. I looked up at the business there and the sign read, Peterson Auto and Truck Service, What luck! A couple guys came out to see who squealed their tires so loud. As they helped getting it into a service bay to look at it, smartly driving it in reverse. I was amazed as they immediately looked at it, as it was about 3PM and they had a bunch of other cars they were working on, I thought to myself, uh oh this is going to cost me a fortune because they knew I was stranded and from Tampa! After a few minutes the owner came over to me and said Good News, your caliper bolt sheared off and it will be a relatively easy fix! And he said he could do it by 5PM! Thank God, I happened to break down right in front of a Auto repair shop and one that was honest and fast to boot! What are the odds of that!! They had to tap out the sheared bolt and replace it with a new one and for just over a hundred bucks and I got out of there in 2 hours!! Way to go Peterson! God bless you!

Sa
Review №83

Ive been there twice now and each time they have treated me nicely. They were prompt each time and fixed my car which is the most important thing. From what I can tell so far they have been reasonably priced as well.

Ma
Review №84

Very pleasant, honest, polite and quick, and best of all my car got taken care of and I am confident they did not over price and did what they said they did. It is so difficult to find an honest car repair place as a woman as most places see a woman and they think they can take advantage. Petersons does not do that. I like the fact that if anything needs to be done to my car they give me plenty of warning about how serious it is and when it needs to be done.

Ki
Review №85

A great big “ thank you” to AA!!! Always flexible in getting me in and out!!! I have not been disappointed with their service. THE place to go for vehicle maintainence!

Ro
Review №86

Great experience at the shop. They fixed my car right away, and charged an extremely reasonable price.Everyone there was really nice and knew their stuff.I will definitely go back for any work I need done. Highly reccomended.

La
Review №87

When you are a young female you dread going to an auto shop to get an oil change. Usually, you get a whole list of things that are supposedly wrong with your car along with pressure from the mechanic to replace it or your car will explode.I have to say I was extremely pleased with my experience at Peterson. Not only did they change my oil and fluids in my car, along with checking the tire pressure, they finished it quickly for a very low price.Also, though they did present me with a list of some things I may need to get fixed in the future, there was no pressure, and the mechanic did nothing more but hand me the list, explain it and thank me for my business. I will definitely be coming back in the future!

ju
Review №88

Great! Fair prices and great service. They talk me out of doing unnecessary repairs which makes me think they are very honest people. Highly recommended!

Ri
Review №89

I looked up this shop online. Iwas looking to replace my alternator on my MDX. The shop was close to work and the reviews were predominantly positive so i hit the get a quote button in google. Sunny responded to me within minutes. The price was very good and my service was completed the next day. I have to attest that this was agreat experience. The staff were very friendly and helpfuland iwas kept informed throughout the process. I will be back

El
Review №90

Having no prior car problems and even going to get my car maintenanced at another auto shop only weeks before, my car ended up breaking down on I-275. I had my car towed here, never having heard of the place before. I had to drop it off at Peterson afterhours and Kevin called me within a few hours the next day, knowing what was going on with my car. Turns out it was recall problem that was 100% covered by my dealer. Kevin went through the trouble of tracking down the number for me to call for free roadside assistance from my dealer and he spoke to the people at my dealership to tell them what was going on with my car and to expect me to come. He even offered to accommodate my schedule for when Id come pay my very minimal diagnostic fee. If I was running late or early, he told me to just let him know when to expect me. He and Bob even checked in on me after I picked up my car to make sure everything was fixed. They went above and beyond the call to take care of me! Im very grateful that I stumbled upon a shop that cares about quality, courteousness, and taking care of their customers even if it doesnt mean they make big bucks off of it (which they definitely could of, if Kevin didnt take the time out of his schedule to do a little research and learn that I could get the work done for free at my dealership). All the people working here were very friendly and welcoming, and its obvious they really care about their customer service. I highly recommend taking your car to be maintained or fixed by these good, honest, hardworking people.

Ro
Review №91

Great service, knowledgeable staff, pricing is acceptable.

Nu
Review №92

The always take excellent car of our service vehicles.

Ja
Review №93

I am not really sure how I should review this place....I guess I have to first say that every one I have met there has been friendly, and its not hassle to schedule an appointment. I fist took my car there to get an oil change and the tires rotated and balanced. The prices were fair and I was in and out of there in no time flat. Most recently, I took my car in to get an oil change, coolant flush, serpentine belt check, and have them do an overall inspection because I believe in preventative maintenance and catching a problem before it happens. I was informed that my front struts and shocks were bad and that it would be wise to change them out. I had noticed some knocking while driving so I went ahead and did it. The universal shocks and struts that they put on are priced around $140 and I was charged $240 each so there is $200 in over payment. I was then charged a full hour of labor for a serpentine belt which is a 10 minute job so there is another lets call it $70 in over payment. I checked the time it would take to do the front struts with 3 SEPARATE mechanics and was told a maximum of 40 minutes each side since they were the universals that required less work, so lets call it 1.5 hours. I was charged for 2.5 hours so there is another $100 in over payment. All in all I payed about $400 more than what I should have. When I brought this up I feel like I wasnt being taken serious. When I asked about why I was charged so much for the struts they said that it what they paid for them from where they got them...I got the part number and called where they got them and that was NOT the price they paid. I understand a parts markup for a business to make money, but that does not give that company the right to flat out lie. When I asked about the labor charges themselves I was told basically that the owner can charge what he wants. It is extremely hard to find a mechanic and I believe very strongly in small business, but I think from here on out I am going to have to stick with a bigger chain mechanic. I would highly recommend that you DO NOT go here.

Ka
Review №94

Slow service. Unaffordable quote. I don’t understand the name and to lack of hustle if they’re going to charge so much. I must have done something to deserve this.

Ra
Review №95

Went to get my door handle replaced. Other places were going to charge me $60- $50 but the owner of Peterson Auto & Truck said he would have it done in 30 minutes for $40. He did it and they have a clean waiting room. Highly reccomend, great, fast service, and helpful.

Ma
Review №96

Great service good price sunny is the best

Ri
Review №97

Excellent customer service. Very friendly and honest.

Ei
Review №98

I paid Peterson Auto over $525.00 to fix my front end I felt confident that they were honest and knew what they were telling me. After a week I still felt something was not right so I brought it back now they tell me that something on the rear wheels needed replacement another $155.00 still not working properly they said it was the power steering. At this point I said enough, now two months later my front end chatters, when I back up or start forward there is a clanking noise and I am worse off then I was before I paid them over $675.00. I will shout this from the rooftops that they are a rip off and take advantage of people who dont know any better. Shame on you Perterson Auto.

Vi
Review №99

I came in to Petersons Automotive to get ready for a long drive to California. I had my engine oil changed, my transmission fluid changed; both differentials changed, Main fan belt and Gas filter changed. Kevin went in and out of the office to the shop many times. After paying $680.00 dollars, I go to my Ford F 150 and the drivers side step bar mount was broken and all bolts loosened! i noticed a glue on the broken mount, obviously to try to fix and cover up the broken mount! BUT what makes it worse NOTHING was said to me until i came back from the hotel to report the destruction as Kevin already knew about it.NOTHING was done to fix the destruction Petersons Automotive caused! More than likely due to the fact i was from out of town! It doesnt matter how nice anyone may seem it matters what they do! Sincerity and truth come from out our principles, and then we act on them. Obviously Kevin does not possess them!I traveled 4500 miles and listen to that rattle and clank all those miles. NOW to make it worse i have to pay for their damage to my truck! yet we bring our vehicles there to make them better! WHAT A JOKE!BE VERY LEARY Of this place!

Dr
Review №100

These guys are a rip off artists. Talked to two different mechanics and they both game me a different story on the repair needed. They also stated the diagnostic was free and then i came to tow the car away because they were so dishonest and they said it would be $40. I reminded them that they said to my face the diagnostic was free and the website they have up states it is free as well.I just found a guy in clearwater who will do the same repair for $400.00 cheaper so dont make the mistake I did by reading the reviews friends and family left for them and then thinking they are a great place, I wouldnt send my worst enemy to these guys.

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4.3 Rating
  • Address:4655 118th Ave N Unit B, Clearwater, FL 33762, United States
  • Site:https://affordableautoandtruckfl.com/
  • Phone:+1 727-329-8728
Categories
  • Auto repair shop
  • Auto electrical service
  • Auto radiator repair service
  • Auto tune up service
  • Brake shop
  • Mechanic
  • Oil change service
  • RV repair shop
  • Transmission shop
  • Wheel alignment service
Working hours
  • Monday:7:30AM–5PM
  • Tuesday:7:30AM–5PM
  • Wednesday:7:30AM–5PM
  • Thursday:7:30AM–5PM
  • Friday:7:30AM–5PM
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
Highlights
  • Women-Led:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
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