Atlantic Automotive & Quick Lube Center

I’m from out of town and I was having transmission problems. I knew the transmission was on it’s last legs, but I was hoping there was something that could be done to prolong the life a little — at least til I got to a dealer to trade the car in. I have a wonderful mechanic back in Virginia and I dread going to someone I don’t know since I will pretty much be at their mercy. The receptionist (I didn’t catch her name) was very nice and friendly. They seemed to be very popular and very busy, a good sign I think. Anyway, it turned out that there was not really anything to be done with my dying transmission. They could have sold me unnecessary repairs to make a quick buck. Instead, they suggested that nothing be done to my car. That’s it, they didn’t make a cent off of me, despite the opportunity to do so AND they seemed very honest about assessing the situation. As an out of town woman, I was preparing to be taken advantage of. Instead, they were friendly, personable and honest. I would highly recommend them to anyone local or from out of town.

Had a flat on a rental… road debris punctured a sidewall. Tire needed to be replaced. Hardly a repair that involves much to base a rating on. They were prompt and considerate, but a tire change is a tire change. The reason I gave them a solid rating is based primarily on knowing you can learn a fair amount in a short time about a business like this by listening to customers talking among themselves and with service techs and office personnel. It was instantly apparent the people there when I was trust this place and that trust has been earned. I was the only stranger in a cluster of regulars customers. They treated me just as well and made a point of including details of the damage to the tire on the invoice so I would have something to make the case for a reimbursement from the rental company. While I was settling my bill, another person preparing to pay hers was informed there was no charge for the service because everything on her vehicle had checked out okay.
The only negative review I see here is from someone ticked off because a 10 year old truck with 150k on its odometer they brought in needed $ 1,300 worth of work. I suspect it needed a lot of things done and that they quoted him or her a fair price.
Need automotive work done in the St. Augustine area? I think Atlantic Automotive will take good care of you & your vehicle.

Very eager to please and very solid work! They do not give unnecessary repairs and have been very good at troubleshooting weird problems. I’ve had 3 vehicles since starting with them 5 years ago and I have nothing but good things to say. Although they’re very busy, you can do a key and car drop and they’ll look at it the next morning early, and I’ve even woken up with a voicemail explaining the problem, letting me know it would be ready by lunch. I’m talking a new radiator and a rebuilt transmission on an 06 Nissan Frontier 6cyl, not an oils change. Very impressive! Still go there for everything! Jon is the owner and is often there, even though they have a large staff.
Glad there is a place like this in Saint Augustine.

We were on vacation and all our tires (Continental) literally started falling apart (tread separation). They ordered our special sized tires and got us back on the road in the time promised. Obviously a successful business. This was evident by the number of locals that were there getting their cars serviced. The tech was careful to follow correct tire mounting procedures and was fast and courteous. Office staff was great also. We would definitely go here again.

Atlantic Auto was recommended by a local when my check tire pressure light went on. I was concerned about getting ripped off, since I’m a female snow bird going to a business with which I am unfamiliar. I needn’t have worried. The problem was addressed professionally and extremely quickly, despite hearing John repeatedly say they were «slammed» that day while answering customer’s phone calls. When my car was ready I expected to see a good size bill for the service. Again I was wrong. Speedy, courteous, thorough service all for a very reasonable price. I would recommend Atlantic Auto to anyone needing their car serviced. Should the need arise, I will be back.

I cannot say enough good things about Jon and his mechanics at Atlantic Automotive. He runs an honest business, with great service and fair prices. Everyone that works there is courteous, thorough and attentive. I won’t take my car anywhere else. I moved away a few months ago… I still come back to St Augustine to bring my car to Jon — totally worth it!

My wife took my son’s 10 year old truck with 150,000 to Atlantic Auto for a front end alignment and oil change, which should be about a $ 100 service. She was talked into $ 1,130 of addtitional charges including $ 200 for a differential kit. I am sure that with 150,000 miles, you could find many things wrong. Odd how the total repair bill was just about half of what the truck’s value is. I think that is how they price things.
My view, these guys are rip-​off artists and recommend service elsewhere.