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Fifth Gear Automotive

About us

Fifth Gear Automotive is a local family-owned shop that has been in business since 2004. Originally established under the name Fifth Gear Motorsports, we have grown tremendously over the past 10 years. We began as an almost exclusively performance and race-oriented shop, with a specialty in Porsches. Since then our business has evolved, nearly as much as we have grown, into Fifth Gear Automotive. Today, our business focuses on offering an alternative to the dealer for all of your maintenance, service, and repair needs, on any and all vehicles. We have the same full-service capability of the dealers, with the convenience, pricing, and community presence as an independent shop. Our roots lie in motorsport and today we apply the same passion, technical expertise, and exacting standards to every customer’s vehicle, no matter the size of the job. Our beautiful new, purpose-built 11,000 sq. foot shop is stocked with all of the latest diagnostic tools and equipment. We specialize in German and other European cars, as well as offering full-service on ALL makes and models, both domestic and import. In addition to normal preventative maintenance and repairs, we also offer service for high-performance/race applications including tuning, corner balancing, performance alignments, and aggressive street or track setups. We carry a full line of Red Line products, Royal Purple products, Motul brake fluid, and Interstate Batteries. For complete information about us and what we do, please visit our website or give us a call. Fifth Gear Automotive is a member of and certified by, ATI, ASE, IATN, and ASA. Fifth Gear is also a proud member and supporter of the Maverick Region of the Porsche Club of America.

Business highlights

21 years of experience

Services we offer

Cleaning & Repair Timing Belts & Water Pumps Radiators & Fans Service & Repair Tune-ups & Factory Sc, Computerized Transmission Service & Repair Clutch Service & Repair CV Axle Service & Repair Fuel Injection System Service, Manual, Muffler Service & Repair Automatic, Oil Changes Check Engine Light & Computer Diagnostics Electrical Specialists Emission Repair & Catalytic Converters Engine Repair Heating & AC Repair 2 & 4 Wheel Alignment Suspension Service & Repair Brakes Service & Repair Exhaust

Amenities

Free Estimates

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.613 Reviews
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Morgan K.
Jul 2020
1.0
If you are wanting to be lied to and deceived into thinking you need to pay three times more for what you need done, then go to FifthGear! I needed to have my brakes checked and my AC repaired as it was blowing hot air. They told me that my brakes and rear calipers needed to be replaced and that one of my AC lines needed to be replaced which was “the most expensive part, and would have to be shipped because it’s not available even at the dealership”. Their estimate was $4000, but I could maybe wait on the calipers and save $800. I was shocked. I knew that couldn’t be right and called the dealership for a quote on parts and labor to compare. I always thought dealerships were more expensive, but their estimate to replace all four of my brake pads, my main AC line (which they had, in stock) as well as the filter was $1200. I was told that they’ve rarely ever had to replace calipers and when I took it there they said mine were more than okay. Eckert Hyundai did a great job on my car! And I felt like I could trust them. The massive price difference made me feel like Fifth Gear took one look at me as a young woman and thought “she won’t know any better”. When I called to inform them I couldn’t afford to pay $4000 and would be taking my car back without the repairs I was told “they’re a family owned business and want to help me out, what would I be hoping to pay?” What? I would HOPE to pay the fair and honest price for work and not be cheated out of $2800. My desire was to go to a local business and give my support in these times, but obviously Fifth Gear doesn’t care about their community! I still had to pay $180 for an oil change and an AC check. That also seemed absurd but at that point I just wanted to get out of there. It deeply saddens me that this is how they treat their customers, 10/10 do NOT recommend.

Luz M.
Mar 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Fantastic!! These guys are honest and trustworthy!! I highly recommend them!!

Michael W.
Feb 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
unknown

Joe S.
Aug 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125
Fast and professional, and they have a pickup/drop off service.     I've always been happy with their service, friendliness and professionalism.

Karen S.
Apr 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Very well

Kaleb B.
Apr 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$170
unknown

Mark K.
Mar 2015
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Debra H.
Mar 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Great people to work with.

John S.
Feb 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500
I usually drop my car off in the evening using their key drop.  Ricky typically calls me by Noon the next day with the problem identified and the approximate cost to repair. He then orders the parts, completes the repair and then takes my credit card over the phone to pay for the repair.  I have him lock my keys in the car and pick it up that evening.  Occasionally a repair may take more than one day depending on the difficulty and how fast he can get the parts.  When I don't repair it myself I almost always use Fifth Gear for the repair.

Suzanne D.
Feb 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They are a great car repair shop. They are the only people who touch my car. Their prices are very fair. They are very responsive.

Rama S.
Jan 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500
All in all, their prices are a bit higher than some shops, but they do excellent work.  I have not had to come back to have any work re-done.  They are very professional and courteous.  They are also very accommodating (offered to Pick up/Drop off, including getting kids from Day Care).
Work was completed on time and within budget.  All services were explained completely before starting and summarized after finishing.  They made sure any questions I had were answered to my satisfaction.

Deborah J.
Feb 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
They are very good, honest and dependable. I feel that they want to make sure you are happy with their work. I will use them again and I have in the past.

DONNA S.
Feb 2005
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
EXCELLENT ALL AROUND. PROFESSIONAL, POLITE AND EFFICIENT. GREAT PRICE.

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FAQ

Fifth Gear Automotive is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Fifth Gear Automotive accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard

Yes, Fifth Gear Automotive offers free project estimates.

No, Fifth Gear Automotive does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Fifth Gear Automotive does not offer a senior discount.

No, Fifth Gear Automotive does not offer emergency services.

No, Fifth Gear Automotive does not offer warranties.