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About Skip's Automotive Repair
50 years of honest auto repair on 12 Mile Road.
Skip's Automotive Repair has been taking care of Warren and Southeast Michigan drivers for half a century. We're the neighborhood shop people trust to tell them the truth about their car, fix it right the first time and treat them like a neighbor, because they are.
Our Story
A neighborhood shop that's been here for generations of drivers
For 50 years, Skip's Automotive Repair has been a fixture at 7500 12 Mile Road in Warren. A lot has changed since we opened our doors. Cars went from carburetors to computers, and engines that once had a handful of wires now have dozens of sensors and modules. What hasn't changed is why people come to Skip's.
They come because we explain what's wrong in plain English. They come because we give them a price before we pick up a wrench. And they come back because the repair was done right, at a fair price, by people who remembered their name.
Fifty years on one corner means a lot of Warren families have trusted us with a lot of cars. That kind of trust isn't something you advertise your way into. You earn it one oil change, one brake job and one honest conversation at a time.
Treat every car like it belongs to your own family, and every customer like a neighbor.
How We Got Here
- 1961
The Fraser family starts building engines
Our parent company, Fraser Engines and Transmissions, opens in Michigan and begins remanufacturing engines and transmissions.
- 50 Years Ago
Skip's opens on 12 Mile Road
Skip's starts fixing cars for Warren families, building its reputation the old-fashioned way: word of mouth.
- Through the Decades
Growing with the technology
As vehicles changed, so did we, adding computer diagnostics, electrical repair and today's advanced engine and transmission work.
- Part of the Fraser Family
Backed by a powertrain specialist
As part of Fraser Engines and Transmissions, Skip's customers get direct access to quality remanufactured engines and transmissions.
- Today
Celebrating 50 years
Same corner, same promise. Full-service repair for cars, trucks and SUVs, with ASE-certified technicians and honest, upfront pricing.
What We Stand For
The Skip's way of fixing cars
Six things you can count on every time you pull into our lot.
Honest, upfront pricing
You get a written estimate before any work begins. If we find something else along the way, we call you first. No surprises on your bill.
ASE-certified technicians
Our technicians are trained and certified to work on today's vehicles, from basic maintenance to complex diagnostics and engine work.
We explain it in plain English
We'll show you the worn part, tell you why it matters and what happens if you wait. You decide, with all the facts.
What's urgent, what can wait
We separate safety repairs from things that can be planned for later, so you can budget without being pressured.
All makes & models
Cars, trucks, SUVs and vans, domestic and import. Ford, Chevy, GMC, Ram, Jeep, Dodge, Toyota, Honda, Nissan and more.
Financing available
Unexpected repairs happen. Financing lets you get your vehicle fixed now and pay over time.
Our Promise To You
What happens when you bring your car to Skip's
Whether it's a quick oil change or an engine replacement, every visit follows the same process.
- We listen firstTell us what you've noticed: the noise, the light, when it happens. Details help us find it faster.
- We find the real causeWe inspect and test before we recommend parts, so you don't pay for guesses.
- You get a written estimateClear pricing for parts and labor, with what's urgent and what can wait.
- Nothing happens without your OKIf anything changes, we call you before doing any extra work.
- We do it right the first timeQuality parts, the right procedures and a road test before you pick it up.
- We stand behind our workOur repairs come with warranty coverage on parts and labor. Ask us for the details on your repair.
Meet The Team
Real people who pick up the phone
Santo
Your go-to contact at Skip's
When you call Skip's, you'll usually be talking to Santo. He'll listen to what's going on with your vehicle, get you on the schedule and make sure you know exactly what's happening from drop-off to pick-up. Behind him is a team of ASE-certified technicians who work on everything from brakes and diagnostics to full engine and transmission replacements.
Part Of The Fraser Family
Backed by one of Michigan's engine and transmission specialists
Skip's is part of Fraser Engines and Transmissions, a third-generation, family-owned Michigan company that has been building engines and transmissions since 1961.
That connection matters when your car needs major work. When an engine or transmission has to be replaced, Skip's can install a quality remanufactured unit from the Fraser family, often for far less than a dealer and with warranty coverage you can count on.
Visit Fraser Engines & TransmissionsWhy it matters to you
- Third-generation, family-owned, serving customers since 1961
- Remanufactured engines and transmissions for most cars, trucks and SUVs
- 27 U.S. distribution centers supporting nationwide shipping
- A cost-effective alternative to a new vehicle when your engine or transmission fails
- Installed right here in Warren by Skip's technicians
What We Do
Complete auto repair under one roof
From routine maintenance to major repairs, Skip's handles it all, so you don't have to bounce between shops.
Proudly Local
Warren is home, and we're proud to serve our neighbors
We're a short drive from anywhere in Macomb County and south Oakland County. Drivers come to Skip's from all over Metro Detroit, including:
Visit Us
Skip's Automotive Repair
7500 12 Mile Rd, Warren, MI 48092
| Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Good To Know
Questions about Skip's
Where is Skip's Automotive Repair located?
Skip's is at 7500 12 Mile Rd in Warren, Michigan 48092, serving Warren, Sterling Heights, Madison Heights, Center Line, Roseville, Eastpointe, St. Clair Shores and the rest of Metro Detroit.
What are Skip's hours?
Monday through Friday 8 AM to 6 PM and Saturday 8 AM to 2 PM. Closed Sunday.
How long has Skip's been in business?
Skip's is celebrating 50 years of serving drivers in Warren and Southeast Michigan.
Who owns Skip's Automotive Repair?
Skip's is part of the Fraser Engines and Transmissions family. Fraser is a third-generation, family-owned Michigan company that has been building engines and transmissions since 1961.
Do you work on all makes and models?
Yes. We repair cars, trucks, SUVs and vans, domestic and import, including Ford, Chevrolet, GMC, Ram, Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler, Buick, Cadillac, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Hyundai and Kia.
Will I get a price before you start working?
Yes. We inspect your vehicle, explain what we find and give you a written estimate. Nothing is done until you approve it.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Financing is available so you can get the repair done now and pay over time.
Can I keep my factory warranty if I service my car at Skip's?
Yes. You can have maintenance done at an independent shop like Skip's. As long as the work follows your manufacturer's schedule and you keep your records, your factory warranty stays intact.
Come see why Warren has trusted Skip's for 50 years
Honest answers, fair prices and repairs done right. Call us or request an appointment online.