Best Engine Repair & Rebuild in Apex, NC

15 technicians listed · 6 in Apex · 1 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license

Data verified October 16, 2026

Apex Transmissions & Auto Center

Apex Transmissions & Auto Center

4.8 47 reviews
“Ryan and his team were fast and efficient, and went out of their way to explain everything to me.”
24/7 towingTransmission service $169.9518+ yearsFamily-ownedBBB A+
2529 Schieffelin Rd
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Peak Auto Service & Repair For Import

Peak Auto Service & Repair For Import

4.8 49 reviews
“Matt is great and the quality of their work keeps me a loyal customer.”
Free estimatesLoaner carsWalk-ins welcomeDiagnostic service $189.95/hrLicensedSince 2008
833 US-64
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R&J Mechanical Welding

R&J Mechanical Welding

4.6 46 reviews
“It's hard to find someone to trust with your vehicle and after the work they did for me I would not go anywhere else.”
BBB A+Since 1989
554 E Williams St
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Apex Tuning

Apex Tuning

4.7 45 reviews
“Josh and his crew did an outstanding and professional engine rebuild for my '72 Super Beetle!”
Since 2006
708 E Williams St
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CW Performance

CW Performance

4.9 49 reviews
“It's always inspiring and uplifting to learn that there is a group of young men know what they are doing while holding the confidence and pride behind their great work.”
Free Second Opinion2-yr warrantyASE-certified techsMercedes-Benz specialistLoaner carsFinancing available
1751 Pinnacle Center Dr
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Salem Street Car Care Center

Salem Street Car Care Center

4.8 45 reviews
“I made an appointment in advance and they exceeded my service level expectations on time, value and even when busy they were calm and took the time to ask me how my day was.”
400 S Salem St
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Listed for drivers in and around Apex, NC, these 15 shops repair, rebuild and replace engines. What each one says about machine work, warranty terms and the engines it supplies comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Apex, NC

6 of the 15 technicians we list are based in Apex; the other 9 serve Apex from towns including Cary (5 mi), Raleigh (15 mi) and Holly Springs (5 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.6 to 4.9 across 3,663 reviews; all 15 have 50 or more reviews. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (89%), quality (85%) and value (72%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "diagnosis", "communication" and "estimates". 1 is open on Saturdays. The services the technicians on this page list most often on their websites are brake repair (4), engine repair (4), check engine light (3), clutch repair (3) and transmission repair (3). 1 shows a license on its website; 5 list staff certifications (ASE) and 8 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 37 years. 3 are family- or locally-owned and 5 list coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.

Why do some listings show another city?

6 of the 15 shops are in Apex itself and the rest come from other towns within 15 mi. An engine job means leaving the car for days, so the drive happens once at each end rather than every morning.

Discovery Automotive

Discovery Automotive

4.7 44 reviews
“I have this place work on my Range Rover and they do a good job.”
Coupons & offersBritish and luxury specialistLoaner carsSame-day serviceSince 2005Family-owned
Cary, NC · 5 mi from Apex
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Omiya Motorsports Auto Repair and State Inspection

Omiya Motorsports Auto Repair and State Inspection

4.8 48 reviews
“Phil and his team were honest and delivered as promised.”
24-mo/24k-mi warrantySubaru specialistWalk-ins welcomeFleet accountsBBB A+Since 2016
Cary, NC · 5 mi from Apex
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55 Auto Works

55 Auto Works

4.9 49 reviews
“55 Auto Works is always fast to respond, competitive pricing and does great work.”
Domestic and Japanese specialistBBB A+Since 2019
Holly Springs, NC · 5 mi from Apex
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Carroll's Tire & Auto Center

Carroll's Tire & Auto Center

4.8 46 reviews
“They always come through for me and never talk down to me or assume I know nothing.”
Coupons & offersBBB A+Since 1993
Holly Springs, NC · 5 mi from Apex
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Choice Auto Repair

Choice Auto Repair

4.8 50 reviews
“They provided excellent service, with a prioritized list of repairs to be made, allowing me to accept the most needed work, and hold off on lesser issues.”
ASE certifiedSince 1995
Raleigh, NC · 15 mi from Apex
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Milex Complete Auto Care

Milex Complete Auto Care

4.8 50 reviews
“The problem was diagnosed quickly, efficiently, and the work is worth every reasonable penny.”
Coupons & offersSince 2010
Durham, NC · 18 mi from Apex
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Euromotion

Euromotion

4.9 48 reviews
“Excellent service & communication - they make the process painless and easy.”
7-yr warrantySince 2022
Raleigh, NC · 15 mi from Apex
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Milex Complete Auto Care

Milex Complete Auto Care

4.8 47 reviews
“Steve, Anthony and the team are thorough and professional each time I take my car in.”
Coupons & offersSince 2010
Cary, NC · 5 mi from Apex
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Autotek

Autotek

4.9 50 reviews
“My car was fixed fast and correct back on the road same day.”
ASE certifiedSince 2007
Raleigh, NC · 15 mi from Apex
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