Greg Bailey Automotive

I was referred to Greg Bailey Auto and was told he is an honest, trustworthy mechanic. I have been there several times now with my car and I can say that Greg lives up to that reputation. Honest, reasonable pricing. You will not go wrong with Greg. I will continue to use his shop and will continue to refer others.

My car required mechanical repairs last week and Greg and Co made it easy. They fixed my car quickly and delivered when they said they would. This is a great local business that backs its promises with action. Highly recommended.

All work on my car was completed in one day. I brought it in around 9:30am and got it back a little after 5pm. Bonus that this place is only about a mile from my house so I rode my bike home after dropping the car off and then rode back to get it.
Greg himself talks to you about what you’ll need done however I wasn’t offered a quote when I talked about bringing the car in, only once it was already there and they’d gotten into it did he call and say «This is how much everything is.»
My total was $ 320-​something.
Replacing 3 belts (timing, steering, one more) was under $ 150 which I found very reasonable. I bought a battery, had it installed, and had the metal connector parts replaced (corrosion). However, I was charged over $ 60 for an oil change. I brought the oil and filter myself so the $ 60 was just for labor… it seems very excessive. I also spent $ 20-​ish to have my headlights replaced, which were also provided by me. You’re probably thinking, «What kind of dummy can’t change her own oil and headlights?» Well, some jerk stole my ramps and hydraulic jack (not here in Tampa) and I can’t fit under my car without it being elevated (thanks, boobs). 2 of my headlight screws rusted (it’s an Indiana car) and broke off inside the assemblage so I couldn’t get them out.
In conclusion, overall pricing for repairs seems ok, turnaround time was great, Greg is nice, the giant aquarium in the lobby is nice to look at, the grouchy little office cat made friends with me, the couches are comfy, and there are plenty of magazines to look at while you wait. I recommend this place, but if you’re having your oil changed you’d better ask for a quote first. I’d hate to think what it would’ve cost me if I HADN’T brought my own filter and full-​synthetic oil with me. It probably would’ve been well over a hundred dollars just for an oil change!