Skip's Automotive offers the ultimate service experience for both foreign & domestic vehicles. Family-owned and operated for more than 40 years, Skip's Automotive is Sarasota's trusted local source for exceptional auto repairs, maintenance, and high-performance upgrades. We keep our customers' safety at the core of what we do.
That means always providing reliable maintenance and services you can trust. From an oil leak to engine rebuilds, our expert mechanics have the tools and knowledge to get the job done right. Brakes are essential to everyday driving. At Skip's, we can repair any wear and tear on your set, replace brakes if necessary, and ensure total safety for your vehicle.
That means always providing reliable maintenance and services you can trust. From an oil leak to engine rebuilds, our expert mechanics have the tools and knowledge to get the job done right. Brakes are essential to everyday driving. At Skip's, we can repair any wear and tear on your set, replace brakes if necessary, and ensure total safety for your vehicle.
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Skip's Automotive is Sarasota's brake expert. We offer complete brake service packages to suit your budget and driving habits, and we always go the extra mile to ensure your vehicle can stop on a dime. Our state-of-the-art brake repair and maintenance facility will keep your car running and stopping safely, and improve your braking capabilities to react precisely when you do!
Though the weather in Florida seems pleasant year round, the summers can get HOT. Without a working A/C, even with the windows down and driving at high speeds, your vehicle's interior can get downright uncomfortable. This can make even the shortest drive almost unbearable. At Skip's Automotive, we offer fast, efficient, expert A/C repairs for all types of vehicles to keep you cool when it matters most!
Does that sound familiar? Trying to explain what is wrong with your engine can be almost as frustrating as the problem itself. Why go through the trouble of trying to clarify what you don't know to standard auto mechanics? Skip all the hassle and bring your vehicle to us for premier, professional engine repairs!
Your vehicle's transmission is a sophisticated system of moving parts, hydraulics, and electronic components. Like any machine, it needs expert care and maintenance to keep it running at peak performance! At Skip's Automotive, we have provided our customers with the highest-quality transmission repairs, replacements, and maintenance for over 40 years.
Skip's Automotive in Sarasota has the capabilities to repair or replace those squeaky, old, or failing suspension parts with same-day service and an expertise that is second-to-none! Shocks and struts work as part of your suspension system to prevent premature wear and tear. They also keep weight even in your tires to maintain contact with the road - even at high speed.
Reviews (9)
Berean Treasurer
Nov 24, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Value
Skip's Automotive replaced the transmission on my Nissan Juke. Pricing was fair and I've experienced no issues. The service was exceptional; they went above and beyond to ensure the repairs were complete and the car was ready when I needed it. Thank you Skips!
Service: Transmission
Skip's Automotive replaced the transmission on my Nissan Juke. Pricing was fair and I've experienced no issues. The service was exceptional; they went above and beyond to ensure the repairs were complete and the car was ready when I needed it. Thank you Skips!
Service: Transmission
Trevor Cartwright
Sep 13, 2021
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Robert was great to deal with, answering questions before I even became a customer. He was able to custom Tune my car and achieve Dyno results better than I expected for a better price than shops in Orlando were quoting. The work was done on-time and I even got a ride to the car rental shop that I used during the service.
The shop also installed custom headers and exhaust back pipes on my car, which caused the mufflers to get misaligned. Apparently the car was supposed to have been driven and then had the exhaust fittings adjusted and re-tightened; since this was not done, my muffler tips actually
The shop also installed custom headers and exhaust back pipes on my car, which caused the mufflers to get misaligned. Apparently the car was supposed to have been driven and then had the exhaust fittings adjusted and re-tightened; since this was not done, my muffler tips actually
Wilbert Morris
Apr 29, 2021
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Kevin Emery
Jan 27, 2021
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Nathan Bruneau
Jan 14, 2021
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I called for a second opinion for a head gasket job. The owner Rob told me he could "save" me some money. A week with my car, he called me and said it was $420 and he "reseated spark plugs". What bologna. Didn't even put new plugs in. I was never told an estimate, just a bill. Next day it was running terrible as before.
Rob did offer to take it back without charging me for diagnosing. A refund would have been suffice.
I got a head gasket job elsewhere and been running perfect since.
Rob did offer to take it back without charging me for diagnosing. A refund would have been suffice.
I got a head gasket job elsewhere and been running perfect since.
Shawn Threadgill
Dec 08, 2020
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No doubt hands down the best place to take your vehicle to be repaired , diagnosed or any high performance needs for your car. The customer service you will get from Rob Wong the owner better than any other place you will go Rob will treat you like a friend not just another customer. One of the cleanest shops I've ever seen in my life. Best prices in town. The work Will be top notch. With no corners cut and no extra parts left off if you know what I mean. You're making a mistake if you take your car any where else
Auto Hitman
Jun 13, 2020
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Best Performance shop in Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas.
I have a C7 Z06 that they tuned. Did an amazing job. Rob went above and beyond as my car was only making 4psi of boost, he knew it should be higher so he found out the previous owner/dealer capped off an important fitting which should be uncapped. Doing that made car go from 4psi to 9.5psi of boost.
A week after being tuned my car had work done at dealer (under warranty) and they ‘reflashed’ the tune back to stock so one call to Rob and he just said stop back in and he immediately reloaded his tune into the car. No charge; they
I have a C7 Z06 that they tuned. Did an amazing job. Rob went above and beyond as my car was only making 4psi of boost, he knew it should be higher so he found out the previous owner/dealer capped off an important fitting which should be uncapped. Doing that made car go from 4psi to 9.5psi of boost.
A week after being tuned my car had work done at dealer (under warranty) and they ‘reflashed’ the tune back to stock so one call to Rob and he just said stop back in and he immediately reloaded his tune into the car. No charge; they
Justin Washburn
Oct 04, 2019
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CtsV
Jul 05, 2019
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This is how Skip"s auto does exhaust work half done welds, or just tack welds on the right side, rubber washer holding up the right side to stop the rattling. They have a 3inch exhaust with a 2.5inch shoved into the 3inch on the right side with 4 tack welds holding it in place, with the rubber supporting it. The power cable is resting on top of the headers which could have caused a fire. Exhaust clamps were found loose along with the wide-band 02 bung loose. The tune they wrote was not done right, nor was it scaled properly. Data log shows fueling from idle to part throttle 10% rich, Vehicle also
