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Skip's Auto Repair 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.
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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! If your A/C is making noise, stops blowing cold air, or gives off a strange smell, we have the solution to make it right.
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.
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Darnell G.
Apr 05, 2022
Been Taking My Girlfriends Car to the DEALERSHIP and got tired of it so I took here to Skips and JESSE was the best help! Taking every car I have here
Stephen Edwards
Mar 18, 2022
I have a 2nd Gen Cts-v that I've taken to Skip's multiple times over the last couple years. They've done routine repairs and extensive performance mods to it. Their work is exceptional and they always use great care. The installation of the performance parts done by Jesse was impeccable. And there were many. Rob's tune was spot on! It's a beast that can still be driven daily.
Steve Ciarla
Mar 14, 2022
I needed suspension airbags installed on my RAM. After we got to the shop that very next day It became apparent that Ron fit us in on a busy day. Between the quick response to my initial call and the excellent service, we highly recommend Skip's automotive!
Alvie Miller
Jan 27, 2022
Very helpful with my questions about getting my 69 Vette running better.
Berean Treasurer
Nov 24, 2021
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
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 melted holes in my plastic bumper under valance. I sent Robert pictures and he made everything right by ordering a new OEM valance and having it shipped directly to my house.
Nathan Bruneau
May 29, 2021
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.
Wilbert Morris
Apr 29, 2021
Very helpful and efficient. Did want I needed done in a timely manner and very reasonable.
Auto Hitman
Apr 17, 2021
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 again, go above and beyond. I will ONLY be taking my car to Skips going forward. I am driving my car for 1 week to ensure warranty issue is fixed, then next appointment to drop off car for ported blower, lower pulley and re-tune.

I will keep everyone updated as I continue to get work done. So far 5 stars! I was worried about the few 1 star's at first (I'm picky with my car) -> But Rob removed ALL doubts with his work, his service and just 5 stars. (Rob is the best tuner I've seen) Thanks!
Kevin Emery
Jan 27, 2021
Skips was great, good customer service along with quality work. Quick diagnosis on spark issue now my ls swaped C10 is ready for a good tune! Thanks
Shawn Threadgill
Dec 08, 2020
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
Anthony Sims
May 28, 2020
Rob and Jesse are the best! I recently installed a big cam in my GTO and not thinking did not have tuning setup prior to. After install the car of course was almost undrivable. I was referred to Skips from a fried so I called them and they were able to fit me in the next day without question to get my tune done. I was kind of blown away at how quickly they acted to get me back on the road. Rob is the best tuner I've seen.

Car drives with near stock characteristics and runs very very well. Thanks to the crew at skips for helping me out and I will be using them from now on for every performance need I have!
Justin Washburn
Oct 04, 2019
Rob does a great job. He's tuned a number if my cars. He knows what he's doing! Never disappoints!
Monica F.
May 31, 2019
This place is miraculous. So unlike so many auto repair shops, not only did they NOT try to sell me any repairs I did not need, but they actually "under-promised and over-delivered" on the interventions I did need and request - even providing two additional fixes and another evaluation I'd mentioned completely for free. They were obviously busy, but still had me in and then out, fully repaired, within just a few hours, including having to order a couple of parts, and all for a very fair and surprisingly low price.

All three of the guys I interacted with - mostly Rob, who was phenomenally responsive to phone calls and questions, and also Wayne and Jesse, also cool - could not have been more professional *or* kind. They even offered a ride home when I dropped off the car. Finally, not that this probably matters, but I think it speaks to the high quality of their work: Skip's is also the cleanest and most nicely-maintained garage I've ever visited. I'm really grateful for their help and I can't recommend the place highly enough.