AF Auto is a locally owned, certified shop on Dobbs Road, covering everything from routine maintenance to major repair. The reputation was built here, one car at a time.
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The expert quotes your job.
The mechanic who diagnoses your car explains it in plain language, quotes it, and stands behind the fix.
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Personalized attention, every visit.
One shop, one crew. Most of the work here comes from repeat customers and their referrals.
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No surprises.
You approve the estimate before any work starts. If something can safely wait, you'll hear that too.
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A reputation built right here.
Locally owned and operated, serving all of St. Augustine.
CERTIFIED MECHANIC
Independent, certified auto repair.
LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED
The people running this shop live in this community. Their reputation depends on yours.
MULTI-SERVICE SHOP
From routine maintenance to major repairs. One shop, same trusted crew.
SERVING ALL OF ST. AUGUSTINE
Dobbs Road location. Easy access from US-1, 207, and Cobblestone Village.
WHAT WE FIX
Multi-service repair. One shop you can trust.
Oil changes
Routine maintenance done right. Quick turnaround, no pressure.
Why it matters: skip this long enough and an engine can seize. That is a $6,000 to $10,000 repair versus a routine oil change. The easiest thing to stay on top of.
Brakes
Inspection, pads, rotors, calipers, fluid flush. Diagnosed before quoted.
Why it matters: grinding, squealing, or pulling when you stop means your stopping distance is already longer than it should be. A safety issue, not a later issue.
Engine diagnostics
Check engine light, performance issues, explained in plain language.
Why it matters: that light could be a $20 sensor or the start of a $4,000 problem. Ignoring it makes it more expensive. We tell you exactly what it means.
A/C & heating
Recharge, leak diagnosis, compressor service. Critical in Florida heat.
Why it matters: in a St. Augustine summer a broken A/C is a real health risk, especially with kids in the car. If it is not blowing cold, do not wait.
Tires & rotation
Mount, balance, rotate, patch. All makes and models.
Why it matters: worn or uneven tires are a leading cause of blowouts and hydroplaning. Vibration at highway speed or pulling to one side is your car talking.
Suspension & alignment
Shocks, struts, steering, alignment. Your car should drive like it should.
Why it matters: if your car drifts, bounces hard, or the wheel sits crooked, your tires are wearing unevenly right now and emergency handling is compromised.
Why it matters: a failing battery or alternator does not just strand you. Slow starts, flickering electronics, and strange warning lights are early warnings worth catching.
Engine & transmission
Major repair and rebuilds, quoted before anything starts.
Why it matters: these are the two most expensive systems in your car. A small leak caught early can be a $300 fix. Left alone, it becomes a $5,000 rebuild.
Inspections & tune-ups
Pre-purchase checks, belts, filters, fluids. Know what you are buying.
Why it matters: buying a used car without an inspection is a gamble. Routine tune-ups catch the small stuff before it leaves you on the side of the road.
Don't see your service? AF is a full multi-service shop. Call and describe the problem. You will get a straight answer on whether they can help.
AF is built on a local reputation, earned one repair at a time. When you call, the person who answers is the person who knows your car.
WORD OF MOUTH
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Dave's team has worked on 2 of my cars, a Jeep Wrangler and a Kia Sportage, and every time he's worked around my schedule and found the most cost-effective fix for whatever was going on. The work itself is top notch. This is the kind of service you hope for from a local mechanic. And Dave delivers.
Jessica
JEEP WRANGLER & KIA SPORTAGE · ST. AUGUSTINE
READY?
One call. A real person answers.
Call to set something up, or send an email if that is easier. Either way you hear back from a real person, not a call center.
