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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Holly Dunn
July 9, 2024

Steven and his team finished an oil change, tire rotation, air filter change, and a general car inspection promptly all while I was on my lunch break! The cherry on top is that this didn't break the bank. Steven also took the time to explain and show me what truly needs to be addressed with my car sooner than later. I've been overdue finding a reliable and knowledgeable mechanic for car maintenance but I finally found what I was looking for.

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Zach McAninch
May 1, 2024

Great service, the shop owner was very nice and understanding. Helped with everything I needed and more.

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Rodnitia Allen
August 22, 2024

Service was fast, efficient, affordable and the customer service is beyond expectations. This is the second vehicle I’ve had serviced there and I plan to continue to be a customer at The Shop.

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Camille Hurt
November 1, 2024

Steven and Jacob were super helpful from start to finish! I found this shop on Google because it was close to my area but I’m so glad I didn’t go anywhere else. Communication was clear and they helped me resolve some really complicated issues on my car quickly and effectively! They’re good, honest people who clearly love what they do. Thank you all so much for everything. I’ll be bringing my car back here for all my needs. I would definitely recommend The Shop if you’re looking for a safe place to maintain and repair your car.

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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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Edward Lucey
April 2, 2024

Googled an auto body shop, and came across THE SHOP. They were very professional and even picked me up from home to show and give me a clear understanding of the issue. Quick and quality service!! I would recommend The Shop to anyone having car issues. A+++++

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Debby Canary
June 4, 2024

Very pleased. They are honest. I highly recommend that you give them a try.

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Max Breunig
June 20, 2024

Honest and timely service. Could not recommend a better shop in town.

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Stephany Sanchez
August 22, 2024
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Lizzie Hunter
May 24, 2024

I knew I needed my brakes checked, and I work right next to The Shop, so I went over and asked if they could look at it. Going in, the vibe was already super fun. Everyone seemed to be having a good time. Steven greeted me at the desk, and we talked about possible repairs—then he told me to bring it by, they’d look at it, and if I wanted, they could start repairs right away and hopefully have them done that night! Once they knew what my car would need Steven walked over to let me know and talk it through with me. He was clearly very knowledgeable and he explained what my car needed and why it was important and how they were going to do it well. Brian was the tech, and he stayed late to get my repairs finished for me. Steven kept me updated the whole time. I picked up my car with new brake pads, rotors, and fresh calipers, and my little Hyundai has not driven better since I got her last year. They do oil changes as well, they’re super sweet and fun—definitely definitely go here if you need work on your car.

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Elise House
June 10, 2024

These guys are hands down the best in town. They’re incredibly kind and knowledgeable and explain everything in a way that’s easy to understand, even if you know nothing about cars. Take every car you ever own here. Seriously, they’re awesome.

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Tim Orban
April 15, 2024

These guys are phenomenal, the quality customer service as well as the quality work is hard to top. These guys can fix everything from your daily driver to your track driven race car. I highly recommend these guys to anyone needing any kind of maintenance and repairs for a quality price.

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Wes Clark
June 10, 2024

Best service in the city of Lousiville by far!

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Matt Reynolds
May 15, 2024

Can't say enough about these guys. Stephen and Jacob are awesome. The rack and pinion replacement they did for me around a year ago is driving great. And today they beat Amazon on the battery they sold us!

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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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Brianna Horton
September 10, 2024

Staff was very sweet and welcoming! Dropped my car off Thursday and was completed by Monday! My cars drives like it’s brand new!

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Roman Igras
November 6, 2024

Great service. Clean shop!

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Jacey Smothers
May 24, 2024

We had such a great experience with the Shop. They were so great to work with and knowledgeable!

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Justin Manning
April 25, 2024

Transparent diagnostic processes and fair pricing. The distinction between safety related repairs and other issues that are going to be an upcoming needed repair. These guys give good advice on repairs and vehicle longevity in a time of inflated new car prices is prices, and that has real value these days.

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craig plyler
May 8, 2024
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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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Katie Moore
June 7, 2024

Appreciate and love The Shop SO much! I desperately needed an oil change before going out of town and they thankfully were able to squeeze me in. Their staff are so friendly, the waiting area is very clean and it was an amazing deal! We will definitely be back and I’ve already started messaging family before even walking out the door. Thank you guys!

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Ronnie simpsom
August 15, 2024
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Arentufunny
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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Don
June 30, 2024

The service that I received two weeks ago was amazing and the price for the the repairs was second to none.

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William Hughes
May 28, 2024

The Shop did an excellent job with the replacement of the brakes on our CRV! They were thorough in their explanation of the work they had done and the brakes are working perfectly! I appreciate the personal touch that you won’t get at other mechanic’s shops!

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Autumn Walters
July 8, 2024
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Madeline Hudson
August 15, 2024
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Marsha Outlaw
October 29, 2024

Great explanation of work and all done in one day

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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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Jose Nieto
August 29, 2024

Great, fast service. Highly recommend

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Kali Edwards
April 15, 2024

Love this place! Wouldn’t take my car anywhere else!

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James Burns
April 17, 2024

As a former mechanic shop owner, I am very pickie. These guys are honest and fair, and as far as my three vists, they do a great job. STEVE is helpful .it is hard to find a shop you can trust, but they have earned mine. Keep up the good work. My go to guys!!!! Rate a 10 in book.

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Randall Elkins
September 27, 2024

An Auto repair shops can be found anywhere and some are even proficient but not many can do real auto repair like tearing down a busted engine barely running. My Mustang, after a 116,000 miles, needed just such a repair. The guys at The Shop not only tore my engine down and made the repair and thus saving the car but enhanced the power out put by making additional upgrades to the engine as they reassembled - the whole time sending me pictures of the repair. Such engine work is not everyday auto shop work and was far more than I would have trusted many to do. All the guys at The Shop love cars and know cars. I recommend them to all and trust them with both my cars. In addition to doing high level auto repair the guys at The Shop are a Pun of Fun

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Steven Jones
June 4, 2024

This place was AMAZING! They worked with me a lot and my budget. I got my AC compressor and belt done here and I would highly recommend this place!

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Gretchin Brito
June 27, 2024

This is the place to go if there is anything about your car that you’re worried about! They will take good care of you like they did with me. Highly recommended ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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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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Tee Crosby
July 9, 2024

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

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Kaitlyn Morrison
May 21, 2024

I recently had an excellent experience at The Shop! They were not only friendly and welcoming but also extremely prompt in scheduling my car for service. The price was very reasonable, and the quality of work was top-notch, reflecting their expertise. Highly recommend for anyone needing reliable car service!

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Lora
May 24, 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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Bill Gray
May 22, 2024

Having a mechanic that is honest, knowledgeable, informative, and very easy to communicate with is priceless. Steven and his crew at The Shop are all these things. They did a couple of big jobs on my Honda Odyssey with great results. I had gone to a Honda dealer, who provided an estimate of repairs that for me, seemed excessive. I took it into The Shop and they gave it a once over. Helped trim out all the unnecessary work and beat the dealer on the cost of what did need to be done. If needed, I will confidently bring my family's vehicles and certainly give The Shop as a recommendation. Thanks and great work guys!

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James Patton
July 24, 2024

2nd time coming here in a month due to some bad luck but they were able to recommend a very cheap towing service and fixed my ignition same day at a price way lower than expected. My go to auto repair shop going forward!

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Heather Gray
April 18, 2024

AMAZING work done by an awesome crew! These are the NICEST most reasonable people. They diagnosed the problem last minute, performed excellent, high quality work at the drop of the dime, stayed late so I could get my vehicle(s). Affordable price, I was able to get BOTH my vehicles repaired. I will forever come back to this place, this is THE SHOP.

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Adrian Ortiz
September 27, 2024

Needed my shifter replaced and my brother recommended “The Shop”. So, I took my car up there and made contact with Stephen and Jacob who are very great people to talk to and informative about what would be best for my car. Made an appointment and they put the shifter in and it now feels way better than before. 10/10 recommend going there for any service you need for your car. I will definitely be taking my car there if any issues occurs.

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Kelly Barry Smith
October 16, 2024

We moved here 3 months ago and I asked my neighborhood group about a reputable, honest mechanic who was reliable and thorough. The Shop was recommended several times and now I can see why. Steve was knowledgeable and considerate, addressed all of my concerns, and left me feeling confident in the job that was done. Happy to have found our new family mechanic!

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Casey Cox
May 16, 2024

All of the employees were super kind and helpful!

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Patricia Bardin
May 21, 2024

Knows how to fix BMW!

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The Armani Experience
September 23, 2024

Went there to get my oil changed today and my service was excellent. The guys was very knowledgeable and help with something that was also going on with my vehicle other the oil change. They did over charge me for anything and I will be a returning customer for sure.

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TRAGIC_Makarov
September 20, 2024

Great and quick service

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Justin Allen
May 8, 2024

Best place in town 🙌🏼 thanks for all your help getting my vehicles back to where they need to be.