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Certified Transmission Great customer service, thorough vehicle inspection, able to identify the issues needing repair quickly and fix the car to top notch condition. I felt the communication was excellent, about diagnostics and progress of repairs. I would return again. Certified Transmission has been serving the Stillwater and surrounding area for more than 14 years with a long list of satisfied customers. The auto repair technicians at Certified Transmission are not only trained transmission specialists, they are ready to serve all of your automotive repair needs.
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Area residents were encouraged to bring their custom, classic and unique cars to display. Admission was open to the public with 100% of event proceeds benefitting Valley Outreach, a local nonprofit organization that provides basic services to residents in need. Through free will cash donations requested for door prize drawings at the event, Certified Transmission collected $400, which was donated in full to Valley Outreach.
My name is Ryan Rugg, I am a recently new to the business ownership aspect of my career. Although within this business I have been running day to day operations for more than 6 years at our current location. I have been in the automotive field for more than 19 years, where my background lies within heavy line repairs (engines, transmissions, etc.) and diagnostics.
When it comes to keeping your vehicle in top shape, one of the most important tools at your disposal is reliable auto diagnostics. Whether your vehicle is just running a little rough or completely puttering, you can trust our staff of ASE certified technicians to offer you a reliable diagnosis. With 14 years of experience, our technicians are proud to offer a 12 month/12,000 mile Nationwide Warranty on all of the vehicles we service. When you need auto diagnostics in Stillwater, MN, you can trust our total care technicians to diagnose, evaluate and repair your vehicle in no time.
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Ricky Michel
May 08, 2022
Outstanding service! I appreciated the system checks on the vehicle and the detailed information I received. I feel confident bringing my vehicles to Certified Transmission. Services: Oil change, Vehicle Inspection
Matt Diamond
May 06, 2022
Provides solid, reliable troubleshooting. Sought to get a very expensive repair completed, came back saying the actual issue was a very easy fix. Saved thousands due to the solid diagnostics performed. Could not give 10/5 stars so 5/5 will have to do.
Andrew Jenks
Apr 18, 2022
Great Service Have used them for years on all my vehicles Thanks Ryan
Steve Schoonmaker
Jan 25, 2022
Ryan Rugg, the owner, services every vehicle like it's his own. His attention to detail, comittment to quality, and customer service is top notch. My 2003 Suburban shifts better than new thanks to Ryan's expertise. Certified Transmission is a shop you can trust to provide great car care for an honest price. Services: Transmission repair, General repairs & maintenance, Transmission
William Delamater
Jan 25, 2022
Thanks guys. Like driving a new e150 now. Would have had it done when I bought the van had I known the difference. Wow. 6500 miles coast to coast plus. Glad to be home and again, thank you. Wow. Services: Transmission repair, Transmission
Matthew Papke
Nov 15, 2021
Super happy with Paul - from start to finish he was on top of every aspect of my order. Service: Transmission
Roger Bernstrom
Aug 17, 2021
I love having a great friendly shop and people that know and take care of me and the four cars I bring to them for a plethora of issues. They know their stuff! Services: Check engine light diagnostic, Oil change
Matthew Fronk
Jul 02, 2021
I took in my audi for intake port carbon clean and transmission fluid changed. I was charged for the work. I had assumed it was completed. But I recently took off my intake manifold and the carbon clean was not completed at all! I was ripped off. The intake ports had so much carbon on them like 50k miles. Now I am wondering if my Transmissons fluid was changed as well
Gvtspook
Feb 17, 2021
About 2 months ago I had issues with my 2007 Rav4 where it would not shift into overdrive. I brought it in and they where able to look at it the next day and get it fixed when the parts arrived a few days later. They where very nice and kept me updated throughout the whole process. When it was done they even let me know how much wear and tear they saw inside the Transmission when they had it open.

I have been daily driving it for two months now and it has been working as good as new with no issues. If any family or friends needs transmission work this is where I'm going to recommend they go.
Cayetano Bautista
Feb 10, 2021
Many years back, I took my car in to have the transmission rebuilt. Andy, the owner is a great salesman and very smooth talker. He is all about image, tells you what you want to hear and makes everything sound great. About two weeks later, my transmission began leaking fluid. Come to find out, they damaged the flex plate, which helps the transmission turn.

Of course, Andy lied and said he didn't know how the flex plate became bent, but it wasn't their fault. They did not warranty their work as promised, and I ended up paying about $1,000 on top of what I already spent in addition to a rental car. I spoke with several mechanics later about the issue. They all said the only way the flex plate could have been damaged is if the transmission was not properly aligned or if they were careless when reinstalling the transmission.

The bottom line is that Andy is very dishonest. To make things worse, I had just lost my job, but Andy did not care. He told me that I would be required to have the flex plate replaced that day or my warranty would be voided. Andy was also very blunt about the payment. He said that he would need to have secured funds and would not accept my credit card in case I tried disputing the transaction later.

He made me pay cash because he knew that he was in the wrong, and had I disputed the charge, he knew it would have been legitimate. Andy is only interested in getting your money and has no concern for his customers or if the job is done right. He does not warranty his work. Anyone who decides to ignore my post has been warned. Andy is very persuasive and good at convincing you that his shop is the best until he gets your money.

Just read all of the other one and two-star reviews. I expect that he will come back with a very smooth, well-polished rebuttal. I would have posted this review a long time ago but never had the opportunity. Now Certified Transmissions is due to be checked.
Sarah Carlson
Jan 23, 2021
I've trusted my Acura maintenance, including a transmission rebuild a few years ago, to Ryan and Andy for a LONG time - they've been great to work with, and are excellent at communicating their diagnosis and repair options and costs ahead of time. As much as I'd like a new car, my 2009 is running great thanks to them, ha!