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Dons Garage
218 SW 10th St, Ocala, FL 34471, United States
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Dons Garage

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Ry
Review №1

Not always the budget option, but Don’s has always fixed it right the first time for me, and almost always very quickly! I trust them with my large assortment of mostly functional 15-20 year old vehicles and maybe you should trust them with yours. Just remember the old adage, when it comes to car repair: “Fast, Cheap, and Reliable. You can only pick two.”

Ju
Review №2

Another amazing job by Don’s garage! Kenny and the team nailed it. Helpful, knowledgeable, and patient with all my questions. The go to place for your automotive needs!

Ke
Review №3

They got me in and out so fast! They are amazing and I appreciate them all so much! They made my entire day so much better.

Je
Review №4

Good shop. Service manager knows his stuff. Very professional without the bs. My truck is my baby so this comment is serious. Ill definitely be back when I need too. The only negative thing I can say is location and space.

On
Review №5

Our Jeep was towed here on a Saturday. We came back on Monday and it was closed for a week due to Covid which we know is out of there hands. We came back the following Monday and it was already fixed without even telling them what was wrong with it. 😁👍 Great job!!

An
Review №6

The guys are very nice, professional and helpful. Will definitely go back when needed.

Sh
Review №7

I am beyond impressed with the level of service I received! Im new to Ocala and this auto place was recommended to me by a friend. I was so afraid to try something new, as I have always gone to the dealership to get repairs done. From Wes, to Kenny, to Jake, all in whom I interacted with-they were very kind, honest, and thorough. I called in, I was quoted a price, I was told a time to bring it, I was informed before they did any work and when it would be done. They did exactly what they said they would do and expeditiously. I own a 2017 Jeep Wrangler and its functioning much better than it was prior to Dons mechanics healing hands touching it:). Im beyond thankful for not just the phenomenal job you all did on my Jeep but the honesty and level of customer service! Thats what its all about! Your business will continue to grow with such wonderful spirits around! Keep up the phenomenal work! You have a faithful customer here! People like you all, do not need to ask for a review because your work and attitudes give ppl like me a burning desire to contribute anyway we can! Thanks again! See you soon! #moneywellspent#DonsGarage#wontfindanyonebetter

wi
Review №8

Very friendly, professional. Phillip is an excellent mechanic and I can always count on quality service and reasonable prices. Highly recommend

Ro
Review №9

Dons garage does amazing work and reasonably priced they care about there costumers

Ja
Review №10

Theres not a nicer guy then Mr John Costa, n with Kenny there it your one stop shop. Kenny has ALWAYS been a huge help for me n my family when buying tires for our vehicles..RVs Big Trucks, Lil Cars Everything!!

Br
Review №11

Best place in Ocala to get your tires or lift installed. Super friendly staff and very knowledgeable. Will definitely have my repeat business.

RE
Review №12

Reliable and great price . Honest technicians.

Ku
Review №13

Kenny and his guys did an awesome job with my leveling kit on my truck. Amazing customer service and communication in between getting everything finished up.

An
Review №14

The guy didn’t know any answer I had asked him

br
Review №15

Kenny is awesome, great customer service, high knowledge, and caring company, I would highly recommend, a one stop shop for all your vehicle needs.

Mi
Review №16

Great people to do business with!

Ti
Review №17

Great people Great service. Highly recommend Don and the team

Sh
Review №18

We went to have tires put on and they were so nice. Our car has another issue and they told us what to try on our own to save us some money. Amazing service. We will definitely use them again in the future.

Ja
Review №19

This is a great place,honest,efficient, and caring. I walk in and they always take time to help even when they are busy with others. thank you John you are great

Mi
Review №20

They do excellent work great prices and very friendly

Ha
Review №21

I replaced my upper control arms on my own and went to Don’s to get an alignment afterwards. They did the alignment for me just fine but also alerted me that one of my front brakes was seizing (I had thought the additional vibrations were due to the alignment being off when in fact the brake sticking was pulling one side). Anyways they told me about it and didn’t try to pressure me into doing brake work there, which I was thankful for because I can do that part at home. I appreciated the honesty and in-person explanations. Thanks!

Na
Review №22

Just left here about 15 minutes ago. First class experience. Had an issue with my wifes car picking up a nail in one tire and Don had it handled without even setting an appointment. Thanks guys. Well be back!

Ev
Review №23

Excellent work but poor customer service kind of ruins it for me :/

Da
Review №24

Great people and great workmanship

Mi
Review №25

Hired them to install 3 levelling kit 35 tires front-end alignment had to go back 4 times to fix everything including 3 levelling kit that wasnt installed properly and wrong tires ordered had to wind up taking it somewhere else for them to tell me that my tires were not balanced properly and were off tremendously great group of guys but will never use them again!

Ma
Review №26

Great professional service. I had an issue with my wheels that was quickly addressed and resolved. They also reassured me that if the problem persists they have a plan B.

Br
Review №27

Courteous and friendly service. Repair done very quickly. Thats my go to place now.

dc
Review №28

Extremely helpful and honest.

ja
Review №29

Quality work in a timely manner!

be
Review №30

After my experience I will never goanywhere else. I felt like a customer not a number. Thank you all for your help. John is the owner and he personally assured me that he would fix my broken car. He did. He offered a reasonable repair and went above and beyond and put a new hood, bumper, and fender on. The car looks like new. He made my stress go away. Thank you all.

St
Review №31

Came by with the need to find out where the water leak is coming from, from under my car carpet and the first person I come in contact to, just ended up telling me it’s my windshield that either was cracked or the windshield needs to be replaced..... in the end didn’t help much. So I can only say, that they ended up recommending me to Safelite Glass and go on my separate way. (The problem was fixed when I ended up going to my car dealership instead and it was actually about the Brake Booster that was leaking the water into my car..)

Ma
Review №32

Good bunch of guys we buy all our tires from there when we have a problem they fix it

Me
Review №33

The best and fastest

Ma
Review №34

Honest. Have gone above to sort out damage done to my car by a different shop. Gets me in and out in a timely manner. Always friendly and respectful. Thanks!

Co
Review №35

The guys were honest and extremely helpful.

Da
Review №36

John is the best shop in town full service shop

Am
Review №37

My fiance and I brought a car in to get fixed. An holy shoot!!! They are on point with getting the work done and getting your car back to you. Unlike other places that want to drag around just because they probably are charging by the hour. Well we didnt have to worry about that with Dons Garage in and out with the work done right (the first time)!! Thanks a lot to everyone that works at Dons Garage...you all are awesome!

De
Review №38

Fast and courteous. We were traveling back from vacation and what everyone fears, happened. We began having electrical problems. I suspected the alternator. We limped down the highway and I stopped at Dons Garage (based on the reviews). They were very courteous. They quickly diagnosed the problem (the alternator) and within an hour, had the alternator ordered and replaced. We were back on the road! Now thats service! If youre having car problems, whether youre out or town or local, do yourself a favor and check them out. Theyre first class.

S.
Review №39

Best price in town on tires. Prompt & friendly service.

jc
Review №40

First class experience...as always!!

Li
Review №41

John at Dons garage has been taking care our vehicles for a few years now. He is always friendly, helpful, fare, and polite. I would recommend him and his staff.

Ty
Review №42

I had a leveling kit put in my 2019 chevy 1500 legacy great prices and great service

To
Review №43

Professional, fast, affordable service. I highly recommend!

Do
Review №44

Excellent service great guys and tire prices are very reasonable.

El
Review №45

Always good service done in a timely manner!

Fr
Review №46

Fast service. Good price. Knows classic cars.

Jo
Review №47

The character limit woud not allow me to post the detailed review, but to summarize. They installed the wrong power steering pump. It leaked it screamed and they claimed it was the AC compressor. Charged $900 for repairs of which only one seems to be right. They got grease all over my new leather seat, caused a huge oil leak in my driveway, and only seemd interested in charging me for more work rather than fixing their mistakes. The were also unable to show me the parts they replaced. Very costly mistake. BTW the steering pump issue was resolved by another garage at additional costs, but it works now.

Sh
Review №48

Straight forward. Gave me a quote on repairs, no charge.

Jo
Review №49

Great Ptice on Trailer Tires!

da
Review №50

Great place. Good people

he
Review №51

Dodge dealer said I needed new motor mounts not once but twice cost of $668! Took it to Dons after both Desler visits they put the truck on the lift and showed me perfectly good motor mounts and rubber coverings. Thats it for Dodge dealer. Im a Dons Garage customer! Knowledgeable, courteous with great customer service.

Oc
Review №52

The best place in town. A+ service and friendly. My husband has been taking our vehicles to them for over 10 years. First, family owned and now the new owners are just as great.

Br
Review №53

I believe this is the best shop in town, they really care about the work they do and stand behind their work once its done. I called other shops to do a job and they told me they wouldnt do it for me, then I called Dons and they had no problem getting the job done for a reasonable price.

Ke
Review №54

PoliteProfessionalExperiencedKnowledgeable

Mo
Review №55

I brought my car in to repair a bent strut and then do an alignment. The week before this visit I was at the dealership and was able to get my wheels aligned all in the green except my right front passenger side due to a bent strut so dons’s was supposed to replace the strut and realign my tires. This joke of a mechanic tried to tell me it was normal that my wheels in the rear would only align to the red and the front was aligned to the yellow. Really??? That’s not normal or acceptable. Don’t waste your money at this place. Spend a little extra and take it to the dealership.

Jo
Review №56

Went to soggy bottoms/Dons garage for tires... nice place. Friendly and professional

Pa
Review №57

Great prices. Shout out to Kenny with Soggy Bottom.

Mi
Review №58

Great dependable service at fair price

De
Review №59

Lifted my truck.love it

Mi
Review №60

Always took great care of us we were youg with four kids who called him uncle Don. Lets us makes payments taught us how to take of cars between visits. Kept going to him even when we moved to Clermont.

Sc
Review №61

Great service nice people equality work A++

Le
Review №62

Awesome locally owned garage....they have been taking care of my vehicles for over 8 years

Ch
Review №63

Great guys that know their stuff. Would recommend them to anyone!

jr
Review №64

Well first off I was sceptical two of my friends said go here! So I gave them a try I dont go to the shop for any old problem I go for transmissions and gear install stuff I dont do myself because its too meticulous for my shade tree garage I have to say 5 stars on the first chat with Don and the verbal estimate and agreement the other 2 places I talked to were sure that it was a couple day job and about the same price but everything went smooth Im guessing cause it only took one day and they installed my 456 gears in my dana 44 front and Chrysler 9.25 rear cause I have 4wd and its running perfect I needed to get the gear right cause I went to 38s on my truck and it had 356 gears stock I turned it into a turtle and Dons made it bk into a truck I cant wait for my few hundred mile break in so I can see how it pulls my boat now great job guys if anyone has a question or just arent sure this is the place trust me it is. Any questions just ask thanks again guys great job and I look forward to more business in the near future yall are the 💩!!!!

De
Review №65

Great people. Great service

Bo
Review №66

Extremely professional and knowledgeable staff, diagnosed the issue with our diesel called with price and did a complete vehicle inspection as well. We appreciate the wonderful service!

Jo
Review №67

My girlfriend and I are on a roadtrip and my fuelpump died while we were passing through Florida at about 4:30, we barely made it to the ford dealer down the street and were quoted 1200.00 and the job couldnt get done until the following day. I found Dons garage on Google and struggled to make it there 3 miles away...John and his crew stayed after hours to get us back on the road and charged me less than half of the 1200.00 and we were back on the road. These are great people and deserve to be recognized. Thank you again John.

Je
Review №68

Very nice staff and not to expensive

ja
Review №69

Outstanding level of customer service and truly made me feel comfortable and safe about leaving my car to get fixed there without unnecessary added expenditures.

Rh
Review №70

Brought our truck to them and told them we had a coolant leak and and needed ALL fluids changed. Was told we needed a new radiator, no wait we need a water pump, no wait its the thermostats. Ok so they say they changed out all of these and coolant leak is fixed. Almost $2000 later we pick the truck up. Headed to Pennsylvania we noticed service brake light comes on, then service air bag, oh wait not done yet.... Low coolant level comes on... Yes low coolant, so you ask didnt you just say they fixed that.... Yes thats what they said.... Half way to Pennsylvania we noticed that there was grinding noise coming from the transfer case and the sifter was vibrating.... Get to Pennsylvania and take truck in to see what is going on.... According to mechanic we were told coolant leak was never fixed it was an old hose a $50 dollar fix.... (Nothing to do with radiator, water pump, or thermostats). Was told that sensors went bad due to clamps being left of after changing of parts in engine compartment causing dirt and debris to get to sensors. Was told that the transfer case was shot due to wrong fluid and over filling. So basically it will cost us another $3000 to fix what they never did and to fix what they messed up. Did I call to discuss this matter... Absolutely was I nice or lady like when I called absolutely NOT!!!! I am waiting to hear from mechanic to find out if any of these parts were actually changed out. I will keep you posted. The new mechanic also said that they have had many pipeliners bring their trucks to them after taking them to other shops and they have fix because all these shops see is $$ signs. Are we pipeliners yes we are. Are we loaded absolutely not. Like everyone else we have bills to pay at home and one the road. Long story short be very aware of who you take you vehicles to.

ma
Review №71

Awesome shop. Quick and efficient. Clean and organized.

mi
Review №72

An excellent place for all your repairs they are very honest and very well priced.

do
Review №73

Great 👍

So
Review №74

They did a good job but it was a lot more expensive than most places

86
Review №75

They go above and beyond had a ac compresser go. Bad just a little after the 90 day labor warranty, and theyre replaced and fixed the problem no charge. . Hope this one lasts longer. ...

No
Review №76

Great place, nice people. Will take my business here in the future.

Ma
Review №77

Friendly staff, great service.

Sa
Review №78

Fast and friendly service, very much appreciated!

Kr
Review №79

Friendly

Al
Review №80

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff,

th
Review №81

Very good service

Be
Review №82

Best shop in town!!

St
Review №83

Honest and reliable

Ma
Review №84

Great work

Ma
Review №85

$200 to change to shocks for bolts a little pricey that did not include the shocks that were another hundred and twenty-five where you can get them at 80 bucks at the store

Sc
Review №86

Very very bad experience at Dons Garage. Cost me thousands to fix things they missed.

Pe
Review №87

Great mechanics

Be
Review №88

Great service

Ch
Review №89

Good People!

Re
Review №90

Husband looking for a part get van fixed

Ko
Review №91

🙌

Ed
Review №92

Great people!

Ge
Review №93

Have meet my expatiation plus.

Le
Review №94

New owner not as good

Al
Review №95

Best shop in Ocala

Jo
Review №96

Honest people

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  • Address:218 SW 10th St, Ocala, FL 34471, United States
  • Site:http://donsgarageocala.com/
  • Phone:+1 352-732-7153
Categories
  • Auto repair shop
  • Auto radiator repair service
  • Engine rebuilding service
  • Oil change service
  • Small engine repair service
  • Tire shop
  • Transmission shop
  • Wheel alignment service
Working hours
  • Monday:7:30am–5:30pm
  • Tuesday:7:30am–5:30pm
  • Wednesday:7:30am–5:30pm
  • Thursday:7:30am–5:30pm
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:7:30am–5:30pm
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
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