Engine Repair

Keep an eye on the signs of engine damage.

Signs that your car may need engine repair include unusual noises like knocking or grinding, decreased performance such as reduced acceleration or power, a check engine light on the dashboard, excessive exhaust smoke, and engine overheating. Any of these symptoms should prompt immediate attention to prevent further damage and ensure the safety and reliability of your vehicle.

Unusual Noises

Reduced Power and Performance

Smoke from Exhaust

Engine Overheating

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Engine Repair in Jeffersontown, KY

Engine repair offers several benefits, including improved vehicle performance, increased fuel efficiency, and enhanced safety. By addressing issues promptly, you can extend your engine’s lifespan and avoid more extensive and costly damage down the road. Overall, engine repair saves you money in the long run and ensures your vehicle remains reliable and safe for daily travel.

Unusual Noises

Strange sounds such as knocking, tapping, or grinding can signal engine trouble. These noises may indicate issues with the internal components like pistons, bearings, or valves. Ignoring such sounds can lead to further damage and costly repairs.

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Reduced Power and Performance

If your vehicle experiences a noticeable decrease in power, acceleration, or overall performance, it could be a sign of engine damage. This may result from issues like a misfiring cylinder, clogged fuel injectors, or a malfunctioning turbocharger, which can negatively impact your driving experience and fuel efficiency.

Smoke from Exhaust

Excessive smoke emitting from your exhaust pipe can indicate engine problems. Different colored smoke can point to specific issues: blue smoke might suggest oil burning, white smoke can signal coolant leakage, and black smoke often indicates a rich fuel mixture or incomplete combustion. Addressing these issues promptly can prevent further damage and maintain environmental compliance.

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Thermostat Problem

A car’s thermostat regulates the engine’s temperature by controlling the flow of coolant. It stays closed when the engine is cold to heat up quickly and gradually opens as the engine warms up. If it fails or sticks open, the engine may run too cool, reducing efficiency. If it sticks closed, the engine can overheat, causing damage. A working thermostat is vital for maintaining engine health and performance.

We Offer All Automotive Services

Domestic, European, Asian, and Exotic Automotive Services.

Delivering expert care for a diverse range of vehicles, ensuring peak performance and unmatched driving experiences.

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Leeann Shallcross
July 16, 2024

Very trustworthy, super helpful and very friendly. You all are awesome! Thank you for your help yesterday!

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Austin Shaffner
October 8, 2024

I picked The Shop from Google since it had good reviews. I had a whole bunch of steering/suspension work on my old truck to keep it in good condition. They were very professional and communicated well. They were also very straightforward, showed me photos of a couple other issues they noticed, gave me different options, and even showed me the old parts afterwards even though I trusted them. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! I’ll definitely go back for future repairs and have recommended them to a couple friends.

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Jeff Eaton
August 6, 2024

My car had several things going on and I couldn't fix everything it needed. I heard about The Shop, on Taylorsville Rd. I went in and told them everything that I needed done and they said to bring it in. I had it towed to the shop and just 3 days later they had everything finished. I highly recommend them. As a matter of fact my son has his car over there now with a transmission problem, that a Ford dealer was going to charge a fortune for. Go see them if you need a mechanic, they are good people!!

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Meredith Powers
November 22, 2024

They fit me in their busy day. Listened to me. They're friendly, nicely priced, and really have an interest in your vehicle. I felt like I was in good hands

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Angela Beeson
July 25, 2024

We were passing through Louisville to Chicago when we started to have car issues with our Honda Odyssey. The engine light was flashing, and we were panicking. Not knowing anyone in the area, we looked online and saw that "The Shop" had a rating of 5. I was skeptical that any business could have a perfect rating, but after another mechanic shop said they couldn't take our car for a week, we decided to give "The Shop" a try as we needed the car fixed ASAP. We gave "The Shop" a call, and Stephen took our call. He was super friendly and knowledgeable, immediately putting us at ease. He told us to bring the car in right away and mentioned they had "the Honda Expert" who could help. The team at "The Shop" did a thorough inspection and even found a part that needed to be replaced, which could have caused serious damage to the car. Their work was top-notch, and they communicated with us promptly throughout the process. Thanks to their help, we were able to get back on the road to Colorado with no more car issues. We are so grateful for their timely and excellent service. If you have trouble with your car, bring it to them. It will be in good hands, and you will not be disappointed.

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Mark Snipp
October 1, 2024

I honestly was beginning to despise people in the auto repair industry for generally being dishonest, conniving scumbags, but then I met Steven and his team and they changed my mind on all that lol. It doesn’t get much better than this, folks

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Isaiah Ayala
August 26, 2024

THESE GUYS ARE AWESOME!! Super honest, knowledgeable and JUST FREAKING AWESOME! They have earned my business in full. Jacob (mechanic) coolest guy on the block. Owner Steven is right there with Jacob hahaha! 8/26/2024 another great freaking review. These guys are amazing yet again. Can’t express enough gratitude for the people at the shop.

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Ryan McGill
July 7, 2024

The Shop is amazing! I would highly recommend for anyone who needs work done on their car. Steven will treat you right and always provides excellent service, and top quality work.

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Andy Schum
August 15, 2024

Honest mechanics. Professional and friendly atmosphere. All repairs are clearly and thoroughly explained. Work is done promptly, and always willing to work around your schedule. Highly recommend The Shop!

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Dean Smith
November 27, 2024

They took great care of my vehicle! They notified me when the part was ordered, received, and the job complete. Their enthusiasm for cars was quite apparent. I will not hesitate to refer friends and family there. Thank you for your service!

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Paul Travelstead
November 27, 2024

Fast and easy service....great staff

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Ryan Troiano
December 19, 2024
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Trey Bloom
October 31, 2024

If you are anywhere in the Louisville area you should definitely go to the shop for anything you need done. They are very friendly and reasonable people that have helped me countless times!

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Robin Mcmillen
October 17, 2024

Very professional, efficient, affordable, and quick. I would recommend them to all my friends and family. Thank you!

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Karen Crompton
December 11, 2024

They are so kind. I wil definitely be back

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Phil Buckley
January 1, 2025

Great service, and range of services. Great products, and, range of products with competitive pricing. (They saved me $35 on my battery alone) But for me, and, most importantly are the great people at ‘The Shop’. Fantastic customer service and support. The owners really have a handle on how to treat their customers fairly and with a service you will not forget.

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Beth Johnson
August 6, 2024

Very pleased with the service and treatment of my vehicles...no greasy mess to clean up from these guys when they're done! Much appreciated

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Traci Head
July 24, 2024
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D B
June 28, 2024

Very fair pricing, quick to respond, great about communicating necessary information and showing why things were needed. Got quick service that was effective. Would highly recommend

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lilyoshi996
August 29, 2024

They was very nice and extremely helpful when it came to diagnosis and repair they took very good care of my Jetta I’m glad I found them. I can’t thank you guys enough.

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Emilye Bryan
January 12, 2025

Very positive experience with Steve and his top notch team at The Shop.

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Priscilla
September 7, 2024

The technician worked on my car endlessly. They know what they are doing and ensure customers are satisfied with the work done. Will recommend others due to the top work done.

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Isaac Naillieux
September 20, 2024

Great and quick service

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Ryan Farris
September 16, 2024

Honest team over here. I will definitely be coing back!

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Erik Pender
August 16, 2024

We were having break issues on our 2013 Ford F150. The Shop diagnosed the problem, gave us an estimate and our truck runs great now. They are reasonably priced, friendly and very professional!! I highly recommend them!!!

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Lex Tice
October 18, 2024

Had to find a mechanic going cross country and so glad to have stumbled upon The Shop! The staff is incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and will not give up on helping you out ! 20/10 !

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Jon Mark Hester
December 16, 2024

Experience has been amazing! Very welcoming, reassuring. Jacob the co owner's knowledge about my car right off the dome put me at peace with what was a stressful situation with my car already! Big recommend👍🏻

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Lora
October 14, 2024

They were pleasant and able to get me in quickly. Update: I had my 2nd encounter with then today and they are fantastic. They are pleasant to deal with.

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Timothy Eubanks
August 23, 2024

They saved me $800 on a major service 🤯 Super grateful for the straight-up, no hustle, service. Totally recommend "The Shop" to any and everyone 🙌

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Oriana Midence
October 3, 2024

Incredibly impressed with this place. I called asking about having some brake work done and they told me to bring it in any morning and they would take care of it. The repairs ended up being a bit more involved than expected, but they still managed to get everything done that same day! They were very communicative about my repairs throughout the process. They sent pictures and provided updates. All the staff I dealt with were very friendly and knowledgeable, taking time to answer any questions or explain any repairs. The prices of services were fair and reasonable. I will be back for any future mechanic services.

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Margaret Elkins
July 8, 2024

We recently took our 2009 Mustang to The Shop for a pinion seal leak based on a referral. We had it repaired and returned to us the same day. We are new fans of The Shop! Steven and his crew are professional and knowledgeable, and we love that they are locally owned. We will be using them for all of our future auto needs.

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Professional and informative. Staff made good recommendations as to the brake work I needed. Price was reasonable for this day and age. Work was completed quickly.

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TheColmster
October 14, 2024

The guys at the Shop were helpful in diagnosing and fixing my son's car and getting it on the road quickly. Super friendly and on top of it. Thank you!!

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Luci Poree
November 19, 2024

I recently had the pleasure of visiting The Shop after experiencing persistent issues with my vehicle that other shops could not resolve. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm smile and a friendly demeanor that immediately put me at ease. The staff at The Shop especially Jacob were not only friendly but also incredibly knowledgeable. They took the time to listen to my concerns and thoroughly explained the diagnostic process they would undertake to identify the problem. Unlike other places where I felt rushed or dismissed, here I felt valued as a customer. After a comprehensive inspection, they quickly diagnosed the issue that had stumped other mechanics. It was clear that their expertise was top-notch. They provided me with a detailed explanation of what needed to be done, along with transparent pricing that was very reasonable considering the quality of service provided. What impressed me most was their efficiency. They completed the repairs in a timely manner without compromising on quality. I left feeling confident in my vehicle’s performance, which is something I hadn’t felt in quite some time. if you’re looking for a mechanic who combines friendliness with exceptional skill, look no further than The Shop. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of automotive repair services. They truly go above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction! Thank you all so much!

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Cameron D
October 11, 2024

My wife went to this shop a few months ago and could not stop talking about how great of a job they had done for a fair price. Recently, I attempted to go to another shop to get my tires rotated and oil changed and was blown away at how much they were quoting for a simple job; due to this I decided to check out The Shop. As soon as I walked in I was treated as if the owner and I had been friends for years and the prices were some of the best I've seen around Louisville. Our initial conversation went so well that I ended up having them do quite a bit of routine maintenance (tire rotation, oil change, air filters, battery change) all at once because I trusted them to give me the best prices (which they absolutely did.) To summarize, if you're looking for an honest, hardworking, and fair local shop then this should be the one you go to. I cannot say good enough things and I will only be going here in the future for any maintenance my car needs.

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Dwayn Stroud
September 5, 2024

I pulled in and thought I had a coolant leak. They checked it out and found nothing wrong. Very nice shop.

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Keionna Baker
September 10, 2024

I can’t rave about this place enough. Wonderful customer service. Fair pricing. They aren’t trying to sale you on anything you don’t need and LADIES 🗣️They will not take advantage of you. Easily my new go to spot. 🤌🏾

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Chris Glock
October 16, 2024

The best service I’ve ever had! Steven and his crew were patient and explained what they were doing and why each step of the way. They helped make sure I knew what services I needed without making me feel pressured to get anything I didn’t need at the moment. I’ve been looking for a new shop to go to since I moved to this side of Louisville and I’ve found it at The Shop

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Christopher Croley
December 13, 2024

Always a pleasant experience here! The guys are very professional. Service is always quick as possible, sometimes even same-day. Prices are more than fair! Staff is not pushy when it comes to possible repairs. I highly recommend Steven, Jacob, and the staff!

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Tee Crosby
July 9, 2024

Great and speedy service. Will be using for all my cars highly recommend

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Virginia Chappelear
January 15, 2025

Wow, what a blessing to find The Shop. Being new to Kentucky I had to find a place to take care of my car. The Shop was super! Took care of me and the issue. I was treated with respect and I have found my "go to" for car care.

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DJ
October 12, 2024

I honestly cannot recommend The Shop enough. At first I came in to get a second opinion and a quote. When I dropped off my vehicle I spoke with Steven about some history about the car as well as what our needs were. He was absolutely amazing, and after walking out of The Shop, I called my wife and said "I don't care if he charges us twice as much as the other place, I'm having them do the work." I never mentioned anything about having another place look at it first, so it wasn't like he was trying to undercut their quote. Even then, he made sure to try and get us the best prices on the parts and got us a couple of discounts on them. Honestly, after getting the quote from the other place, I priced it all out myself based on what they had said, and Steven and The Shop are definitely making money in some nefarious way, because it ain't in parts and labor... xD

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Roy T
January 1, 2025

Moved back to J-Town. Passed this shop several times and had never stopped in. Needed some engine work done on my 96 Mustang GT. Explained the problem and was told they could take care of it. They completed the work in a timely manner and kept in contact with me the whole time the vehicle was there. The staff is very knowledgeable, experienced, friendly and professional. Would recommend this shop to any car person that wants quality work done. All my cars will be going here for any repairs.

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Sami S.
August 1, 2024

I recently had my car serviced at this company, and overall, I am very pleased with the results. My car runs perfectly now, thanks to their precise and high-quality work in replacing many parts. I absolutely recommend getting your car serviced or repaired here for the quality of the work alone. However, there were a few areas where the customer service could improve. The phone conversations were a bit rushed, and the explanations of the issues and necessary repairs felt hurried. Despite this, they did take the time to show me the parts that were replaced, which I greatly appreciated. They also walked my brother and I through the process a bit, this occurred in person upon picking up the vehicle. In summary, I would say that the exceptional quality of the service and the thoroughness of the repairs outweigh the minor customer service issues. I highly recommend this company for any car repairs or maintenance needs.

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Abbey Puckett
November 14, 2024

If you have any car troubles at all, please go here! I first came because it was recommended to me by 2 separate people. The service is amazing, they are incredibly friendly and are very reasonably priced! Coming here forever!

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Ms DeNardi
October 8, 2024

I couldn’t be happier with my experience at The Shop. From start to finish, they provided exceptional service. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and honest. They took the time to explain what repairs were needed and why, which really put me at ease. The work on my car was completed on time, and I could immediately feel the difference in performance. They didn’t try to upsell me on anything unnecessary, which is something I’ve encountered at other shops. Their pricing is fair, and the quality of the work is top-notch. The shop is clean, well-organized, and their customer service is outstanding. I highly recommend The Shop to anyone in need of trustworthy, reliable auto repair. I’ll definitely be coming back for any future maintenance or repairs!

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Rich Bargas
November 16, 2024

Last night I noticed my engine light come and had no idea what was wrong. I remembered a business card I received in the mail describing "The Shop" for automotive repair. I took my vehicle in and discovered a great place to take my cars for repair. It's nice to find a repair shop you can trust for outstanding service. Today they won a new customer.

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Jeff Hitchcock
November 25, 2024

I have taken my 2019 Chevy Colorado to The Shop Auto Specialist in Jtown several times over the last year for a number of scheduled maintenance items like oil changes, serpentine belt installation, coolant system maintenance, and spark plug changes. They have done quality work each time and completed all job on schedule. The Shop takes pride in their results. The Shop is customer oriented and honest when working through any concerns or issues involving maintenance and repairs. When I first took my truck to the shop, I was looking for mechanics I could trust, and it looks like I found them.

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Jeremy Montgomery
December 5, 2024

Great to work with. Honest. Reliable. Detailed diagnosis. Fair pricing. My go to going forward.