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Open Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
565 Prineville St Units 6 & 7, Port Charlotte, FL 33954
Auto repair and maintenance in Port Charlotte, FL, and for drivers across North Port and Punta Gorda. From brakes and air conditioning to wheel alignment, engine repair and exhaust repair, our ASE-certified mechanics diagnose the problem and fix it. Most work is done the same day, with a 2-year / 24,000-mile warranty on most repairs.
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Your 5th oil change is free. Up to 5 quarts full synthetic, new filter every service.
*Add a tire rotation to any oil change for $10. Passenger and LT-rated tires on single rear wheels only; duallies and off-road tires priced by application.
We measure your pads and rotors, check the calipers and hoses, and tell you how many miles you have left before anything needs replacing.
We measure refrigerant pressures and vent discharge temperatures and inspect the system visually. Diagnostic troubleshooting is extra if it turns out to be needed.

Independent shop on Prineville Street, open Monday through Friday, 8 to 5. ASE-certified techs, a 2-year / 24,000-mile warranty on most repairs, and a digital inspection sent to your phone so you approve the work before it starts.
Not stock photography — this is our shop on Prineville Street, our bays and our technicians.




Why Choose UsEXCELLENT
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Branden SmithTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Very friendly and fast service. No matter the day or hour I know they will take good care of me and fix it right every time.
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Thanks for the great review Branden, always a pleasure to see you! Take care and keep working on those hot rod computers that you build!Posted on Google![]()
Karen CampbellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
These guys helped me out tremendously by diagnosing and repairing a problem I had that my previous shop just couldn't get a handle on, so thank you Race Ready! You've got a customer for life. Great work, guys!
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Thanks for taking the time to leave us a great review Karen. We always enjoy seeing those big smiles. See you next time, take care.Posted on Google![]()
Danielle SmithTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Would never take my car anywhere else.
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Thanks Danielle. Take carePosted on Google![]()
Lj NelsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Under the gun time-wise for an a/c issue. Obtained three estimates, Race Ready was very competitive but what stood out was the narrative concerning my issue-possible reasons for the problem and the various options to fix. I felt Josh was knowledgeable, forthright, and honest, setting the stage for what they might find once they did the diagnostics. They got me in quick and in the end, I feel I received the best service for the best price. No question-I'll return there for any future auto needs. Thanks Josh and Race Ready!
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Thanks for taking time from your day to leave us such a great review Larry, we really appreciate it. Your level of detail helps us to keep improving to be the best on town. Thanks for choosing Race Ready Auto Repair in Port Charlotte for your AC repair, take care.Posted on Google![]()
Brian BernauerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
My 2019 Silverado lost all oil pressure on 75. I had it towed to the tire shop and they were very reasonably priced and had my truck back to me in about 24 hours. I recommend this shop. They do great work!
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Thanks for taking the time to leave us a great review Brian. We were as glad as you were that nothing was damaged from the oil issue...other than a ton of needed clean up. Please come and see us again. We also specialize in preventative maintenance in Port Charlotte too so we can keep your factory maintenance schedule tight and go even further. Thanks again, take care.Posted on Google![]()
Laura Molina BecerraTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Easy and smooth process with my car, great communication. No complaints at all from this place. :)
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Thanks Laura, that is very kind of you to take time from your day to leave us a review. We are glad you had a pleasant experience and look forward to seeing you again. Take carePosted on Google![]()
Lavell MartinTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
They were amazing did a great job finding the problem and fixing it. the best prices in town we will be back.
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Hey Lavell, thanks for taking the time to leave us such a great review. It means a lot to us to hear your experience with Race Ready Auto Repair. Hope to see you guys again, take care.Posted on Google![]()
Daniel KTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Amazing service. Quick response time. Diagnosed and programed an airbag module on a 2024 F-150 with ease. Phenomenal work. Quick response. Quality work. Clear communication. Lovely staff.
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Thanks for the thorough feedback Daniel. We were as happy as you to find it was only a bad ground and a programming issue on the truck. Thanks for the great review, take care.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more


Professional battery replacement services ensure your vehicle starts reliably and runs smoothly.
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Advanced engine diagnostics quickly identify and resolve performance issues for a smoother drive.
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Routine oil changes keep your engine running smoothly and extend its lifespan.
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Comprehensive suspension services improve ride quality, handling, and vehicle stability.
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Prompt check engine light services diagnose and fix issues to prevent further damage.
Service DetailsMost repairs are covered for two years or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first — parts and labor both. It is not fine print we hope you never read. It is there because our ASE-certified techs do the job once, properly, and we would rather stand behind that than argue about it later.
If something is not right, bring it back. We will sort it out.

Straight answers to the questions we get asked in the bay every week — why your A/C quits in August, how long a battery really lasts in this heat, what that noise probably is. Written by the people who actually do the work, for drivers in Port Charlotte.

Heat, humidity and stop-and-go traffic can hit your cooling system all at once. Here’s what tends to fail first and how to stay ahead of it.

Southwest Florida tires can age out before the tread wears out, and the cause often starts inside the tire.

Maintenance is really a short list done at sensible intervals. Knowing which is which can save you from overpaying.
You approve the work before we start, and you approve it with the evidence in front of you. We photograph and video every problem we find, text it to your phone, and price it in three tiers: fix now, keep an eye on it, or it can wait. Nothing gets touched until you say yes.
Yes. Two years or 24,000 miles on most repairs, parts and labor, whichever comes first. Our ASE-certified techs do the job once and do it right, and if something is not right, bring it back and we will sort it out.
That is most of what we do. We run OEM-level equipment, so Florida-heat A/C faults and hard-to-trace engine noises get properly diagnosed rather than guessed at. You get a digital report showing what was wrong and what we did about it: dealership capability without the dealership.
Yes. Go to the back corner door, where there is a drop box with envelopes and pens. Fill in your details and slide the keys through the mail slot into the building. We check it in first thing the next morning and text you the digital report.
Yes. We are on Prineville Street in Port Charlotte and we regularly see customers from North Port and Punta Gorda — both are roughly a fifteen to twenty minute drive up or down 41. Same warranty, same digital inspection, same pricing wherever you drive in from.
Less time than the sidewall date suggests. Southwest Florida heat, UV and summer rain age rubber from the outside in, so most drivers here get four to five years rather than the six a northern driver might see, even if the tread still looks fine. We check date codes and sidewall condition on every visit, not just tread depth. More on tires in Florida heat.
It depends on the axle, the vehicle and whether the rotors can be reused, so we will not quote you a number over the phone and then change it in the bay. The brake inspection is free: we measure pads and rotors, check the calipers and hoses, and tell you how many miles you have left and what the job costs before you commit. Brake service details.
An appointment is better — it means we can have a tech and a lift ready for you. Book online any time, or call the shop at (941) 766-1444. We are open Monday through Friday, 8 to 5. If something has gone wrong on the road, call anyway and we will tell you honestly whether we can get to it today.

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565 Prineville St, Units 6 & 7
Port Charlotte, FL 33954
(941) 766-1444
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