Advanced Automotive And Transmissions

Excellent service, on short notice! Pre-​purchase inspection discovered $ 2200 of needed repairs, and saved us from buying the wrong car.

Outstanding service and prices. We’ve been bringing all our cars here for years. Estimates are accurate and you can’t beat the end results — fixed right the first time. Highly recommended.

I’ve had a clutch and a brake job done here. I normally do my own repairs, so I’m very picky on the work being done properly. We drive in from out of town to get the work done by a trusted shop. So far I’ve been happy with their work. Most recently I brought a car back with a brake issue after they had replaced the brakes 20k miles ago. They determined it was a premature part failure, and even though it wasn’t under warranty any longer, they went to bat with the parts supplier and covered the repairs 100%. Completely stood behind their work. Kudos, we’ll be back.

These guys are fantastic. They are honest, don’t pressure you, and do great work. I’m always comfortable bringing my car in to these guys.

I’ve now had two great experiences here, including one visit that, like Brian S., ended with the Advanced Auto guys diagnosing an issue that they looked up, determined was covered by the manufacturer, and sent me across the street to the dealer’s to have fixed for free «instead of paying us a lot of money.» They even called Scion up directly and got me a case number first! With that level of service, I couldn’t recommend this shop more unless maybe they had free beer and chocolate chip cookies in their waiting area.
They work by appointment only, and had me in and out within 30 – 40 minutes for an oil change and tire rotation. Their bathroom is clean, and the chairs are not rock hard. If you’re having something quick done but don’t want to wait there, there’s a little coffee shop just across the parking lot that works just as well (they’ll call you when you’re car’s ready).

These guys are the reason my 11 year old minivan has 250,000 on it. I keep it lubed and clean, and in those rare times it needs help, Advanced Auto always comes through with professional and reasonable service. Last year, they properly diagnosed a faulty starter switch on the tree. This time, the minivan needed plugs, wires and ignition coil. Two years ago, they were honest enough to diagnose a completely fubar’d engine head on a 2005 Volvo and, rather than fuddle through or outsource it, they recommend I take it to the dealer. They are quick, kind, proficient, and have earned their kudos. Easily the best shop in town.

I have lived in the Ann Arbor area for last 4.5 years and this is my go to repair shop. I have a Ford Ranger that has a number of different issues, but they have all been quickly and efficiently fixed by the guys at Advanced Auto. They are incredibly honest and truly will only make you pay for what you have to. The don’t try to push you into something you don’t want or need. The repair time is always quicker than expect, too. I’ve had electrical work, transmission work, brakes, struts, leaf springs, and wheel work done here. I recommend to anyone in the area.

I agree with Currents Magazine that this is the Best Auto shop in Ann Arbor. The new owner is carrying on this tradition. He’s also a mechanic so not only did he clearly explain the necessary repairs, but showed them to me on my car. I told them that I was preparing for a cross country drive but only had enough cash to do the absolutely necessary repairs. The owner helped me to figure out which repairs were most essential. I liked that I could see into the garage as my car was being worked on. The pricing is fair and definitely cheaper than the dealership. Overall, I liked the independent atmosphere in the shop and I highly recommend Advanced Auto for all of your car servicing needs.