Port Clinton Auto Repair

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Port Clinton Auto Repair We are a family-owned auto shop that has been dedicated to friendly, professional service since 1949. in 2004. In 1973 Jack's son Kim joined the business.

Port Clinton Auto Repair is a full service automotive repair shop, service center, located in Port Clinton, Ohio on the beautiful shores of Lake Erie. We are family owned and operated and have been providing friendly, reliable, affordable automotive repair and maintenance in Ottawa County since 1949. At Port Clinton Auto Repair we are completely dedicated to our customers and offer a level of personal service that cannot be found in the chain stores, and are your car dealership alternative. Port Clinton Auto Repair was started in 1949 by Jack Smith, and in the early days was called Jack’s Friendly Mobile gas station. The original shop was located at 210 West Perry on the corner, across from the Jet Express, for 54 years and moved to our new location at 222 Buckeye Blvd. Jack’s motto was affordable, friendly & trusted automobile service. In 1987 Kim took over as owner & operator and changed the name to The Muffler Smiths, Inc. Kim says the customers are what are so great about this business, they become like family! In 2008 Kim's wife Lisa joined Kim in the business. In 2018 Kim & Lisa changed the name to Port Clinton Auto Repair. We are committed to serving our community and we hope to see you soon!

Does your engine let out a loud SCREECH for 10 seconds when you start it on a chilly morning? That's your serpentine bel...
10/22/2026

Does your engine let out a loud SCREECH for 10 seconds when you start it on a chilly morning? That's your serpentine belt slipping on a weak tensioner pulley! Cold air makes aging rubber stiff, causing it to lose grip on your alternator and power steering pulleys. Catching a worn belt early keeps you from getting stranded with a snapped belt down the road!

Has stepping on your brake pedal felt like squishing a damp sponge? If so, it’s time for a brake fluid flush!Brake fluid...
10/22/2026

Has stepping on your brake pedal felt like squishing a damp sponge? If so, it’s time for a brake fluid flush!

Brake fluid naturally absorbs moisture from the air over time. In cool autumn weather, that trapped water lowers your fluid's boiling point and creates a soft pedal feel. Fresh fluid restores crisp, immediate stopping power! Let the team at Port Clinton Auto Repair help you out.

10/21/2026

★★★★★
"I called and talked a nice guy who answered the phone. He helped me to explain what I needed, checked to make sure that they could do it and said it was ok if I stopped in later. I did, they took me right in and fixed it while I waited. It was the molding above my F150’s rear sliding glass window. They refastened it and told me not to use it for a few days I till everything set up. I will give a try Tuesday. Lisa and everyone I dealt with was great!"
- K. K.

October is National Car Care Month! If you haven’t done a fall checkup yet, don’t sweat it. There’s still plenty of time...
10/20/2026

October is National Car Care Month! If you haven’t done a fall checkup yet, don’t sweat it. There’s still plenty of time to get your vehicle ready before winter. Taking care of small things now (like testing your battery, topping off fluids, and setting tire pressures) saves you from big, expensive surprises later. Consider this your friendly reminder!

Is your dashboard starting to look like a fully carved Jack-o'-Lantern with all those orange and yellow warning symbols?...
10/20/2026

Is your dashboard starting to look like a fully carved Jack-o'-Lantern with all those orange and yellow warning symbols? 🎃⚡ Your car isn't trying to spook you for Halloween... its onboard sensors are just sensing the seasonal shift!

Pro Tip: A steady yellow warning light means "schedule a checkup soon." A flashing red light means pull over safely and shut off the engine right away! 🛑 Stop by Port Clinton Auto Repair for any warning light issues!

10/19/2026

★★★★★
"Great service, great people, and taking me home after dropping my truck off then picking me up to take me back to pick my truck up was not expected but greatly appreciated."
- F. G.

If coming to a stop at a red light sounds like a creaky closet door in a haunted house, your brakes are screaming for he...
10/18/2026

If coming to a stop at a red light sounds like a creaky closet door in a haunted house, your brakes are screaming for help! 😱 That high-pitched screeching or harsh metallic scraping is your brake pad wear indicator grinding. Crisp stopping power is important, so turn to our mechanics for quality brake service!

10/18/2026

★★★★★
"Very professional, and got me in and out fast!"
- K. M.

10/16/2026

★★★★★
"I brought my vehicle in for brake work and I was pleasantly surprised to hear they their parts and labor for two years or 24,000 miles!
The staff is very helpful and pleasant, and the facilities are spotless!
I find their professionalism to be worth the trip from Fremont, Ohio."
- D. H.

10/16/2026

★★★★★
""The team provided excellent service on my vehicle. When a minor leak was discovered after the initial work, they addressed and resolved the issue promptly and without hesitation.""
- S. D.

Address

222 Buckeye Boulevard
Port Clinton, OH
43452

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7am - 5:30pm
Friday 7am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+14197345184

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