Automotive News & Information - Lee's Auto Repair

Honest and great staff, finished the work quickly and alerted me other items that needed attention without trying to up sell more repairs. - Lizzi S (5 star review found on Google)

Experienced auto mechanics with integrity, high work ethics and mechanical problem solving skills! These gentlemen are experts in their field, and nice guys too! A rare and wonderful business. We've been bringing our cars to Lee's for over 15 years, not one regret! Great job guys! - Nancy W (5 star review found on Google)

Absolutely outstanding. Lee and his crew are incomparable to any other in my book. Not to mention, the establishment is clean and bright and comfortable. My van started having transmission issues when I stopped for gas in Independence during my cross-country travel from KY to CO. Joe, "the best transmission guy in town", from multiple sources, diagnosed the problem right away an hour before they closed for the night. Lee was EXTREMELY hospitable, personable and attentive. He let me sleep in my conversion van in the parking lot, provided me with power for my heater, SHOWER in the beautiful shop shower, made sure I had eaten, and most importantly- he was honest, straightforward and quite the comedian! Michael at the desk provided me with water, coffee, donuts and cookies, and frequently updated me on the status of my van!! Joe was extremely knowledgeable and thoroughly explained the mechanisms of the transmission. Previously, my Dad has been my mechanic and I've always had a hard time trusting anyone else, but these guys have my trust! THANK YOU Lee, Joe, Michael, and all the other guys who made my experience so enjoyable! Rock on, fellas! - Nikki D (5 star review found on Google)

Outstanding service and completion of repairs. Lee always lets me know his plan for repair and cost before proceeding and the results are always terrific. Lee has worked on several cars for me and always with great results. - Danny J (5 star review found on Google)

I have been going to Lee's for 25 yrs. Honest, friendly master mechanic. If you are looking for someone you can trust, this is your place. Very knowledgeable. - Kenny B (5 star review found on Google)

This place is the best auto mechanic in all of Independence. He has been in service for like 40 years and I can remember my parents talking about him fixing their cars. In fact I don't know anyone who doesn't know Lee and has had car issues. All the other mechanics in town end up coming there with the really difficult problems and bam he solves them...Amazing what persistence, knowledge and becoming the best professional in your industry can do for customers and clients all over. Best dang mechanic to ever work on my a/c, tires and did so much extra I can't even remember to name it all here. - Nick H (5 star review found on Yelp)

We are pleased to announce that Lee's Auto Repair in Independence p is able to provide re-manufactured replacement engines for the Toyota 1GR-FE gas engine line through our JASPER Engine partnership! This 4.0L, Dual OHC, Single VVT, V6 engine, is available for the following Toyota engine applications: 2003-2015 (4Runner | Tacoma | FJ Cruiser | Tundra).

There seems to be a common misconception among many that if you have an aftermarket/extended warranty, that your car, truck, SUV, or Jeep must be taken to a dealership. This is not true. Non-dealership / Independent Automotive repair shops can service and repair your new or UNDER WARRANTY/EXTENDED WARRANTY. As a positive, at our shop, you can get fast service and work with highly trained technicians! We'd love to take care of your vehicle for you and can do so right here at our automotive shop. Repairs by highly rated and trained automotive technicians with dealer rated diagnostic tools, at BETTER PRICING by a shop that knows you!

It is a law that independent automotive repair shops can maintain and service your warranty. All consumers are protected by the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, which is enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). It prohibits a manufacturer from voiding the new vehicle's warranty or a vehicle's extended warranty because service was performed by a Non-Dealer/Independent Repair shop.

Per the FTC, “It's illegal for a dealer to deny your warranty coverage simply because you had warranty work or routine maintenance or repairs performed by our automotive shop. Routine maintenance can include anything from oil changes, tire rotations and belt replacement, to fluid checks, flushes, new brake pads, and inspections.” It is also important to note that the “Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act makes it illegal for a company to void your warranty or deny coverage under the warranty for the simple cause that you used an aftermarket or recycled part.”

One of the major perks of bringing your vehicle to an independent repair shop is the ability to make your money go further. Many times, warranties will have a limit or a deductible. Our goal is to make your warranty work for you.

Lastly, If you are on the fence about whether or not to purchase an AFTERMARKET or EXTENDED warranty. We suggest opening a savings account for your car and putting back money for possible breakdowns. While warranties are great the limitations can sometimes outweigh the benefits.

Whichever option you may choose we will be there for you every step of the way! We look forward to taking care of your new or under extended/aftermarket warranty, car, truck, SUV, or Jeep right here. Give us a call today!