Combining old fashioned customer service with new technology for the Whidbey Island Community since 1959. Family owned and operated, Martin's Auto Electric in Oak Harbor, WA, on beautiful Whidbey Island, combines the best of modern auto repair technology with friendly, good old fashion customer service.
Providing high-quality vehicle repair services since 1959 for both foreign and domestic vehicles, we're here to help fix what's broken, or to simply advise you on the best course of action to properly maintain your car, truck, SUV or van. Treating each customer the way we'd want to be treated, we'll the take time to explain things in an easy to understand way.
Providing high-quality vehicle repair services since 1959 for both foreign and domestic vehicles, we're here to help fix what's broken, or to simply advise you on the best course of action to properly maintain your car, truck, SUV or van. Treating each customer the way we'd want to be treated, we'll the take time to explain things in an easy to understand way.
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I have loved working with Martin's here in Oak Harbor. When I moved back home my van needed some serious work (still does) and my parents suggested Martin's. I brought my van in for an oil change and diognostics. They treated me so well and helped me figure out what would be the best plan in getting it running better.
The maintenance needs of an all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicle are different from those of a typical two-wheel drive (2WD) car. Service needs depend on how often it's driven in severe conditions including off-road use, towing, and how often you travel through dust, dirt, or mud. Our all-wheel drive service usually includes changing the fluids for the front differential, rear differential and the transfer case.
Most batteries don't give you much warning before dying. One or two slow starts is about it. The typical battery lasts about 3 to 6 years, so it's good to have it inspected when you have your car serviced. When you need a new battery we can help you find the one that fits your car best and has the type of warranty you are looking for.
A belt or hose failure can lead to an overheated engine, loss of power steering, and loss of the electrical charging system. It's important to have them routinely inspected. Belts are important because they help to move the engine while hoses transport fluids (oil, water, break, coolant, etc.) around your engine.
Brake service and repair is extremely important. Being able to stop your car is obviously a major concern on some of our areas curvy and steep roadways. It's a good idea to have your brakes inspected every time you rotate your tires. And if you're someone who commutes in heavy traffic you may want to have them inspected more frequently.
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Mike Mecklenborg
Nov 06, 2021
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James Agnew
May 01, 2021
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R. Allives
Feb 03, 2021
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Glenn Graham
Jan 21, 2021
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Al Pittman
Jan 04, 2021
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Called twice and was hung up on. 1st time, not a word said just heard the receiver pick up then slam. 2nd time what sounded like a woman, said hello. She kind of sounded agitated. I asked about alternator installs and without a word she hangs up again. Checked on the website to see if maybe they had a different number and just hadnt updated it on google yet but it was the same. Just going to go elsewhere, not dealing with them.
Losermode
May 23, 2020
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When I first spoke with the older woman at the desk I asked so meek and politely “can you give me a quote before you charge me anything?” And she said “yes, we won’t charge you anything because we aren’t fixing anything, we are just going to look at it.” Then I was relieved because all I had was exactly $80 to put to fixing my car at the time. So obviously not enough saved to fix it yet, I just needed Pros to look at it so I’d know the issue. And she said “it’ll be a couple hours, about 2 hours” then I get 0 call or update for 6 hours. Then I’m told to pick up my car and when
Lawrence Frampton
May 21, 2020
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Took my son's car there for a diagnostic to find out why 2 cylinders were misfiring.
They had the car for 3 hours, the mechanic said it was a head gasket, when we asked if he checked the compression he said no. So they kept it over night to continue to check it.
They kept the car until about mid-day when I drove by it was just sitting in the back, no phone call. So we called them and they said they couldn't figure out what was wrong and charged us 115 for no answers.
We could have just left it at home and saved 115.
They had the car for 3 hours, the mechanic said it was a head gasket, when we asked if he checked the compression he said no. So they kept it over night to continue to check it.
They kept the car until about mid-day when I drove by it was just sitting in the back, no phone call. So we called them and they said they couldn't figure out what was wrong and charged us 115 for no answers.
We could have just left it at home and saved 115.
Larry McKee
May 13, 2020
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