Tampa Bay Auto Care
5 (91)
14311 N Nebraska Ave # 2, Tampa, FL 33613
(813) 922-8080
tampabayautocare.com
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- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Reviews
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Fred N
3 months ago
When Tampa Bay Auto Care came up on a Google search and had a 5 STAR rating, I was skeptical. But I'm a believer now.I'm 77 old and have had many vehicles worked on over the years. Tampa Bay Auto Care is the first one I have driven away from with 100% confidence that everything had been done properly and that I had not been ripped off in one way or another.
chong bahng
2 weeks ago
Went here to have an AC issue checked out. Had concerns with previous work completed on the truck. I was expecting possible major AC work. Tim ran a battery of tests and kept me updated each time with the results and what they meant. After a bunch of tests the issue was a minor one and an easy fix. I could have been told I needed a new AC compressor and wouldn't have known any better. Very honest guy. I will surely be back for auto services here.
Ryan B.
2 months ago
Tim runs Tampa Bay Auto Care. I have developed a relationship with him as my car begins to "age", with the goal to get the car to a certain number of miles before having to buy a new car. Cars are depreciating assets, so my goal is to wring as much value as I can from my purchase. Tim get this and I think this is what makes his shop unique. Others here will talk about Tim as an excellent mechanic, which he is. The customer service and care is impeccable.But Tim's secret value is that he understands a car's inherent value over a period of ownership and he will partner with you to come up with a long-term "health" plan for your car to maximize that. This plan will be budget proportionate to the expected worth of the car, matched to your pre-determined mileage goal and it will require you to set aside maintenance "budget" for necessary upkeep, of course. But within that framework, Tim will concentrate primarily on the essential(s) to get your car to your stated mileage finish line and he will help you walk the tightrope of making sure repair expenditures don't become a sunk cost that outstrips the value of the car. This is HUGE for people who are looking to extract maximum value from their car purchase over "X" years. It requires clear communication on your part and an understanding this is not an exact science. But if you're flexible with that, Tim offers a strategic "plan" for managing the lifetime of repairs on your car, that no other place I know of even thinks about.
Tabitha McQuerry
a month ago
After researching mechanics in my area, I decided to call Tampa Bay Auto care due to their positive reviews.Unfortunately, my experience wasn't as pleasant as the rest.I spoke with Tim to only be asked, how I heard about him. Then he advised, appointments were two weeks out, then to, not taking new customers at all. He advised he would never get to go home if he took new customers and that he was over his head.He offered me to call around to other mechanics or to take my vehicle to the dealer.Thanks Tim! Great Experience!
Esther Leong
6 months ago
I've been bringing my vehicle to Tim for a few years now. He is the most honest mechanic that I've met and you can tell that he cares for your car like it was his own. I had to get my mom's car serviced here (she lives over 2 hours away) when local shops didn't bother to look into the issue she was having with her vehicle. Highly recommend Tampa Bay Auto Care. Tim provides quality work and customer service!
M L_ay_vike
7 months ago
I have been bringing multiple cars to Tim to fix for over 5 years now. He has always hit the nail on the head with diagnosis and never charged me to fix something to find out later that a problem was still there. Tim even fixes things for free when he can. You do not see this very often this day and age. His recommendations are good and he does not need to make up stories to make money. He is honest and trustworthy. I recommend him to all my co-workers.
Eesa Ali
2 months ago
I am very happy with the service. Tim and his staff were very nice and professional. Support your local independent shops.
Rich Gant
a week ago
Today, I heard a strange whining noise. Drove it to Tim. He heard the noise and immediately said, "It's the alternator." Then he checked it with his instruments. He knew I wouldn't make it home, so he fixed it immediately.Expert certified, mechanic, very knowledgeable, doesn't try to sell you work you don't need. The main reason I go here is that I trust Tim.
J Phillips
a year ago
The auto mechanic we used for several decades recently retired, and we were forced to look for a replacement. Fortunately, we found Tampa Bay Auto Care. Tim was great! He did a superb job, and was able to explain, in terms we could understand, not only what was wrong, but any potential problems we may encounter in the future. We are relieved to have found an auto mechanic who is quick, affordable, honest, and extremely competent. We'll be sticking with Tim, and we give Tampa Bay Auto Care our highest recommendation.Services: General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto brake repair, Brake service & repair, Oil change
Travis Watson
2 years ago
Tim is amazing! Best mechanic around! Prior to being a loyal Tampa Bay Auto Care customer, I had used another local shop for all of my auto repairs, for nearly 14 years. About 4 years ago, the other mechanic I had used for so long gave up on my car! They said "Your car's running terrible, we haven't figured out why, but aren't spending any more time on it. Come get it." I took it to Tampa Bay Auto Care on the recommendation of a friend, and Tim was able to determine the problem and fixed it! I've used Tampa Bay Auto Care dozens of times since then, for all sorts of repairs on my older vehicles, and they've always been amazing. Tim is great at explaining what's going on with my cars, advising me of my options, and making recommendations.Services: Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Engine repair, Brakes, Brake service & repair, Battery, Oil change
Nigel M
2 years ago
Tim is great. I hadn't had my car on the road as much as usual so wanted someone to check everything out. Dropped it off in the afternoon and it was ready the next morning. Felt like I got an honest appraisal of the vehicle. He took the time to explain everything he looked into including the manufacturer maintenance schedule. Then he was realistic about what should be fixed instead of just giving me a list with prices. Really would recommend his shop for your auto needs.
Matthew Giovannelli
2 years ago
I discovered this shop when my wife s 2016 Kia Soul s check engine light came on while driving to work and began running very very rough. This repair shop had consistently amazing reviews. Tim did a fantastic job of informing me of his shop s capabilities and what was beyond their scope - I found this to be incredibly honest, something not often found with auto mechanics. I had the vehicle towed in and he had the issue diagnosed much sooner than I expected. He went over everything he planned to do, made suggestions and even physical showed me what the issue was when I came to pick her vehicle up. I was so impressed by the quality of work, his experience and communication with me through the entire process. I felt the price was extremely fair and he didn t try to up-sell me on anything. He even went over the replacement parts and made additional recommendations. I was so happy with the process I m planing on using them for regular preventative maintenance on my wife s car and my Lexus. Thanks Tim, it is awesome finding an extremely knowledge mechanic that you feel you can trust.
Tamara Campbell
2 years ago
Tim is the absolute best mechanic I ve ever had! I m sure he s the best in Tampa! As a woman, and a single woman when I moved to Tampa, I was nervous about a mechanic trying to take advantage of me being a woman and charging me high and unfair prices. I did not have to worry about that with Tim. He looked out for my best interest and was very honest. He was very professional, informative and fair. I would recommend anyone to go to him.Services: General repairs & maintenance, Brakes
Y. Melton
2 years ago
You know ladies it s hard to find a good honest mechanic. Well today 7/23/21 I found that mechanic and his name is Tim. Google for a mechanic in my area and I went through the reviews gotta go the the reviews. And he had 5 so I called explained my issues with my old 99 love of my like car/suv. Tim knew what was the issue but I can admit it was nervous. Due to past experience with other mechanics. So I towed my car over to his shop and yes!!! It was fixed within a matter of minutes. I will be returning very soon so Tim give my car some much needed and lost pampering. Thank you Tim for your service and time I truly appreciate it. So stop by Tampa Bay Auto Care you will not be disappointed.
Austin Maheu
2 years ago
Tim is an excellent mechanic, who always works with my wife and I on our vehicles. He kept my '98 Escort running longer than it had any right to, and he has my current vehicle running perfectly, despite the fact that I've put almost 2,000 miles on it each month for the last year. He doesn't overcharge for parts, and his service fees are always very reasonable.
Paula L
5 years ago
Tim is an awesome mechanic! He takes his time to inform you about the issues with your vehicle and charges you a reasonable price. He keeps his shop clean and offers high quality service from start to finish, which is greatly appreciated! I would certainly recommend for people to give Tim a try, you will not regret it!
Isabella G
3 years ago
Tim is the best. I called around to multiple places to see if anyone could take my car because the check engine light was on and it was running oddly. He called me back immediately and told me a reasonable time-table and estimate. I dropped my car off and he told me everything that was going on and I had it back within 24 hours! Honest, timely, great value and such a nice person!!! I'm going to him whenever my vehicle needs anything.Service: Auto engine diagnostic
Brian Riley
5 years ago
In today s society, dealing with a shady mechanic feels like the norm. Tim at Tampa Bay Auto Care is the exception. He does a thorough review of your vehicle, seeks ways to uncover cost savings, and thoroughly explains all of the options to you so that you can make an informed decision. He is honest and reliable and I am thankful that others left similar reviews so that I felt confident to bring my truck to his shop in the first place. The quality of work was excellent. Thanks so much, Tim.
Camille Knight
3 years ago
Tim at Tampa Bay Auto Care is such an honest mechanic and really cares about his clients. He has fair prices and doesn t try to sell you something you don t need. He has even taken my car in on such short notice after breaking down on the highway. After getting my brake pads replaced he physically showed me how bad my old ones were compared to my new ones. Definitely recommend!
Vernon Noronha
6 years ago
POSTSCRIPT: As "luck" would it, my alternator died suddenly a week after the routine maintenance with Tim. Of course you cannot forecast this event so it's not his fault. However, he replaced my alternator the same morning and got me back on the road faster and at less cost than any reasonable alternative. Thank you so much Tim - I would give you six stars if I could!--------------------------------------------------------------------I am very satisfied with the service at TB Auto Care. Tim is highly professional and knowledgeable, and, as others have said, very polite. The work was very reasonably priced and I drove away with confidence that high quality work was done. You definitely do not get the feeling that Tim pushes you into unnecessary jobs but he does identify issues that others might overlook or ignore and gives an honest assessment of how pressing or critical those issues are. In the past, I have used the Acura dealership but felt the work was grossly overpriced, and used independent service centers but felt they did only what I asked them to do and no more. If I knew everything my car needed, I would not need a mechanic! Tim is that happy medium. HIGHLY recommended and I will return.
Sara Carol
6 years ago
Tim is extremely professional and truly a caring man with the cleanest shop I've ever seen. He looks after YOUR best interest. His pricing is fair and his customer service is exceptional. He stayed late to accommodate us and stayed even later walking us through the issues and details. I will come to Tampa Bay Auto Care for any of my needs and you should do the same!
Nathan Lehoux
3 years ago
Tim is a rare breed: an honest mechanic. I took my 2008 Civic in for an oil change and a check on the front control arm bushings. Tim not only told me that they were in great shape and didn t need to be replaced but took me out to the garage and actually showed me what good condition they were in for myself. He also provided a short list of other items to watch (along with estimated prices for each) and actually walked me around the vehicle and showed me each one. Zero sales pressure. This is my new spot for auto work!Services: Air & cabin filter replacement, Steering & suspension repair, Oil change
Phoenix B.C.
3 years ago
Tim did a fantastic job on my car. Going home and looking up the costs of everything, I do honestly think he made it as affordable as possible to get everything fixed. Explained everything to me and made sure to outline what I should be doing next in terms of maintenance, I was pleasantly surprised that I got the car back same-day. Will be going back.Services: Brakes, Brake service & repair
Michele Jackson
4 years ago
Tim is very personable, informative, skilled, and a trustworthy mechanic. I wouldn't take my cars to anyone else. He always go the extra mile to help you out when you need repairs and reasonable with the costs of his services. 10 out of 10 recommend!
Cheyanne Steiblin
2 years ago
Tim was extremely helpful in figuring out what exactly was wrong with my car. Him and his crew definitely go above and beyond and are very polite while doing so. I recommend this shop over any other in the area and will be bringing my car back for future repairs! Thank you for all of your help :)Services: Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Wheel alignmentServices: Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Wheel alignment
Rashida
a year ago
Tim is a good and honest mechanic. He is very knowledgeable, doesn t push for work that is not needed and it was an overall great experience. The work is done in a timely manner and the rates are fair.Services: General repairs & maintenance, Brakes, Auto maintenanceServices: General repairs & maintenance, Brakes, Auto maintenance
Kimberly Paoletti
a year ago
We brought our car in to Tim for service. He was very nice to deal with and fair! We would highly recommend Tampa Bay Auto Care for your car repair needs!
Nate Carlisle
6 years ago
Tim at Tampa Bay Auto Care is amazing! It's hard to find an honest, knowledgeable mechanic, so stop searching, look at all of the 5 star reviews, and go see Tim. With his knowledge and state of the art diagnostics, he had my 2014 Dodge Charger RT problem figured out, ordered the part, shipped same day, and fixed by the end of the day. That was impressive!
Aline Valle
3 years ago
We contacted a lot of auto repairs and dealers to fix our car. Tim was the only one that really answered all the questions that we had and gave us a complete list of what we needed and the prices for everything. He was very helpful, professional, and explained every services in details. We definitely recommend this auto repair.
Joli S
5 years ago
Had a great experience here. Had my clutch replaced and he took the time to explain what needed to be done and answered all my questions. My 10 year old SUV was back on the road in less than two days and is running beautifully. Very thorough and professional. Thank you to Tim and Steve.