Austin DIY Shop
“I've had bad experiences with mechanics in the past so I don't trust easily but with Xavier I could see right from the jump he was honest and a good person.”
Best Engine Repair & Rebuild in Austin, TX
23 technicians listed · all 23 in Austin · 6 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
German Auto Center
“They were able to accomodate us quickly and had our car ready to be picked up in a timely manner.”
Ben White Automotive
“Friendly people, quick service, and I appreciated the car report / repair approval process being virtual.”
Auto Tek
“As always, Auto Tek took care of my vehicle in a timely manner and kept me informed along the way.”
Friendly Car Care
“Timely service, no issues, and out the door at the expected time.”
All Points Auto Electric
“The owner, Eddie is a person who does what he says and gives you the unvarnished truth about your vehicle.”
Listed for drivers in and around Austin, TX, these 23 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: Austin, TX
All 23 technicians we list here are in Austin itself. We have 40 technicians in Austin on file; this page shows the highest-rated 23. The technicians on this page are rated from 4.2 to 4.9 across 5,620 reviews; 22 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (95%), quality (86%) and value (79%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "diagnosis", "fair" and "estimates". 6 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The services the technicians on this page list most often on their websites are brake repair (4), oil changes (4), wheel alignment (4), check engine light (3) and engine repair (3). 1 shows a license on its website; 5 list staff certifications (ASE) and 14 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 20 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 46 years. 4 offer financing; 3 give free estimates; 5 are family- or locally-owned and 11 list coupons or special offers. 2 have Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.
Do engine shops listed for Austin let me spread the cost?
4 of the 23 shops on this page state that they offer financing. An engine is the repair people borrow for, so compare what the credit costs against what a different car would cost you, and get the repair quote in writing first.
Flamingo Automotive
“I am glad that I was able to get an appointment and repair here and I will return here for all my car maintenance and repair work.”
Amos Engine Installation
“The new installation was flawless -- and Martin even crated up my old engine and helped me return it to the internet supplier for a "core credit"!”
Rational Automotive Repair
“Paul has been taking care of my cars since I was just out of college, almost 15 years.”
Pro Automotive and Body
“I called them back the next day to get a quick repair/cost comparison, and again they were super responsive and helpful, even though I didn't end up taking my car there (this time).”
Newman's Automotive
“I will recommend this place to you anytime, come and see them they honest, clean and reliable.”
Austin Autohaus
“I own a 94 Mercedes and it's had some issues and they took care of everything quick and affordable!!”
Black Forest Werkshop
“Josh, the service advisor, Lee, the business owner and John, the technician all provided wonderful care to my vehicle.”
Martinez Auto Repair LLC
“Did not have an appointment and they were able to squeeze me in right away.”
Swedish Auto Service
“They are a great resource in the needed space of Volvo-specialty repair (speaking from experience).”
Brink Motorsports
“I've been going here for years and its always a great experience.”
Amazing Auto Repair & Transmission
“The manager Patrick is communicative with you through the entire process with daily updates and informs the customer of each change he is making.”
766 Auto Inc
“They were quick and efficient and the staff was very friendly and polite”
Eagle Transmission North Austin
“Scott and his team were incredibly helpful, professional, and rapid in getting my car repaired.”
Modern Diesel LLC
“They sent photos of my problem and had it repaired in three more days…could not ask for more.”
RZ Auto Repair
“Proper communication on what they can & can't do as pertaining to issues ur vehicle might be having.”
APR Engines & Automotive
“I dropped my car off earlier today and the issue was fixed within hours.”
Calvo Motorsports
“He'll take care of you if you need a high HP Viper!”
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