A transmission rebuild is one of the best options when your transmission fails typically getting you the best quality for your money. When your transmission fails you’ve only got a few options. You can buy a new or remanufactured transmission from the dealership if they haven’t discontinued it, you can buy a used transmission and install it, or you can have your original transmission rebuilt. What matters is quality, cost and warranty. Ideally you want the best quality and warranty for the lowest cost. A transmission rebuild cost might even be better than used and is almost always better than a dealer replacement.
If your considering a transmission rebuild you should take a few minutes to read this page and learn everything you need to know about rebuilds as a consumer. Whos the best to go to? How long should it take? How much should a transmission rebuild cost?
Desert Transmissions Guarantees The Best Price & Warranty On Rebuilt Transmissions In Arizona
Family owned and operated out of Glendale Arizona we serve customers all over the valley including Chandler, Phoenix, Tempe, Avondale, Goodyear and more.
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Every vehicle is different, and the cost and warranty on the transmission will vary based on the types of transmission and where you choose to purchase or have it rebuilt. Ideally a used transmission will come with the lowest price, but will also have less warranty as its used already and has miles on it. Going to the dealership is typically the most expensive, but you’re basically getting a brand new transmission or the closest to it, dealer warranties will vary. A rebuilt transmission can get you the best of both worlds, sometimes it can cost less than a used transmission and get you more warranty than the dealership offers on a new or refurbished transmission!
A rebuilt transmission can get you the best of both worlds, sometimes it can cost less than a used transmission and get you more warranty than the dealership offers on a new or refurbished transmission!
What Is A Rebuilt Transmission, What Does It Mean To Rebuild A Transmission?
A transmission rebuild is the process of removing your broken or failed transmission, taking it apart and cleaning it all, and then inspecting and replacing each part that’s bad. A good rebuild will also address any common failures for your particular transmission as well as any failed parts. Once all the parts are replaced it will be re assembled and re installed into your vehicle with a new filter and proper transmission fluids. The vehicle should be road tested to make sure its behaving properly, double check the fluid levels and make sure there are no leaks or issues before it’s returned to you.
Transmission rebuild in process on the transmission table
There are hundred of parts in a transmission and its important to know all the parts, how they work and why they are there. Some parts are tricky and you cant always tell if they are good or bad just by looking at them which is why it’s important to properly and thoroughly diagnose the vehicle before removing the transmission. A combination of diagnostics, road testing, visually inspecting all of the parts and having experience with a particular transmission will get you the best results.
The people who rebuild transmissions are typically referred to as builders, or transmission builders, these guys are not the same as a mechanic. A builder specializes in transmissions, and rebuilding transmissions. And there is a huge difference between someone who calls themselves a builder because they can take a transmission apart and change some clutches VS someone who actually knows the ins and outs of the transmission, its common failures, the updates available for that transmission and so on.
What Makes One Rebuilt Transmission Better Than Another?
The builder is the main difference. But there are a lot of factors, the shop you go to and their reputation matters too. Not to mentioned the R&R technicians that remove and replace the transmission. Consider a shop where the builder is excellent but the owner/management is cutting corners. The builder may request a list of parts and management chooses to cut corners, maybe buying the cheaper parts or possibly choosing to buy used parts rather than new parts to save money.
The diagnostic and R&R process is very important too. Maybe the transmission has more than one issue and the shop misses during diagnostics. Another common issue is the R&R technician skipping or missing issues as they remove the transmission. They should pay attention to things such as the cooling lines, the condition of the transmission and its fluids, taking care to remove the transmission without breaking sensors or plugs. If a wiring harness is melted or damaged they should say so, although its more work these types of things could lend to why the transmission failed in the fist place. Things like axles, mounts etc. can contribute to transmission problems and should be paid attention to.
In Arizona you can call 5 different shops and get 5 very different quotes for the job. Some shops might give you a 12 month unlimited mileage warranty and will rebuild your transmission for as cheap as possible, using used parts and cutting corners because they want to advertise the best price and save as much money as they can. Other shops will give you a price range depending the vehicle and the issues you’re having but will give you a 5 year warranty because they have a great builder and will be using nothing but the best quality, brand new parts and thoroughly rebuilding your transmission with all the updates and corrections. Other shops might have one average builder who cant keep up and they will be forced to outsource the job, which will drive the cost up a little bit.
How Long Does It Take To Rebuild A Transmission
Rebuilding A Transmission Usually Takes 5-15 Hours Depending On The Transmission
Actual time vs. how long it takes a shop to get the job done are two different stories. Dealerships, franchises, and family owned transmission shops or mechanics use a guide that shows how many labor hours it should take to get a job done. However they usually have several jobs going at a time, you have to consider the time it takes to order and receive parts and odd ball situations such as a rusted, stuck bolt that needs to be extracted or something like that.
Most vehicles can be rebuilt with anywhere from 15-25 labor hours. Most shops will take 4-5 days to get the job done. Typically you start with a diagnostics which may take an hour or more, then remove the transmission. Once removed the builder should open the transmission inspect and clean everything and get a parts list together. While ordering and waiting for parts you might invite the customer down to see the internals and understand what failed, and inform them of the final costs to get the job done. Once the parts arrive you’ll give the builder anywhere from a half a day to a day to reassemble everything. Then it’s ready for installation. Once installed there is a typically a couple hours spent on programming or re learning the computers and getting everything tuned in.
If there are any issues with the installation, or building process it can take longer. Any delays in parts orders can add several days to the job. A lack of communication or decision making throughout the process can hold things up as well.
Desert Transmissions will typically have a price gap when they take a transmission rebuild job in, and the final price cant really be determined until the transmission has been opened and inspected. Then we update the customer. At this point you’ll have to choose between the installing a used transmission, a new transmission, or rebuilding the one you have.
How Much Does A Transmsision Rebuild Cost?
Costs will vary based on the the type of vehicle and it’s transmission. Each vehicle has a standard labor rate for how long it should take to diagnose a vehicle, remove the transmission, rebuild and replace it. This is your labor cost. Then there’s parts cost which varies per job, and for each type of transmission. Some shops might charge more or less for labor, some shops may mark up their parts other may not.
Desert Transmissions Has The Best Rebuild Pricing And Warranty
Desert Transmissions advertises that we will beat any other transmission shop’s price and warranty! We are one of the best rated transmission shops in Arizona, and offer incentives to help you through the transmission repair process such as free towing, diagnostics and rental car reimbursement.
Contact Desert Transmissions today and get a hassle free transmission rebuild quote, schedule a free tow, or set an appointment for a free diagnostics. Call 623-248-8016.
Dealership Transmission Cost
Dealership’s are typically the most expensive, charging more for labor with the largest parts markup. Dealers also have the most overhead. However dealerships don’t rebuild or repair transmissions they replace instead which is even more expensive.
Transmission Franchise Shop Rebuild Rebuild Cost
Franchise Transmissions Shops Typically Cost More Due To Their High Overhead Costs
Franchise transmission shops are sort of a cross between your family owned transmission specialty shop and the dealer. They typically have larger facilities that with high rent prices and more employees so they have to accommodate for their overhead costs with their pricing. Not to mention their fees for being a franchise. You’ll pay a premium at a franchise, but might not cost as much as a dealership. Some might be more than others, they still have to be somewhat competitive with the mom and pop shops.
Local, Family Owned, Mom And Pop Transmission Shop Rebuild Cost
You’ll typically get your best value and pricing from a local family owned shop. You’ll notice the good ones typically have better reviews and ratings than franchise transmission shops or dealerships as well. In many cases the quality of the builders, customer service and the attention to detail will stand out more than the need to make as much money as possible to keep up with the high overhead.
Standard Transmission Rebuild Cost Vs. Automatic Transmission Rebuild Cost
Typically standard transmissions will cost less to build than an automatic. The labor times to remove, install and overhaul a standard transmission are less than they are for automatics. Automatics also have more parts and have started to use computers and electronics to function. Standard parts are starting to get harder to find, and are becoming more expensive, standard transmission builders are less common than automatic transmission builders as well.
Can I Rebuild A Transmission Myself?
Its certainly possible, but it’s not likely that your everyday person is going to have all the proper tools and know how when it comes to building their own transmission. Also consider pricing, when you purchase your own parts you pay a retail price which is much higher than what a shop will pay for the same parts. It’s probably easier for a do it yourselfer to build an older transmission than a newer one which has more parts, more electrical components and is more complex.
With that said there is a wealth of resources available online that will show you what tools you need, what to watch for and provides plenty of information and tips on how to build.
Building your own transmission may not be the same quality and it doesn’t exactly mean you’re going to save money either. The transmission is an amazing piece of machinery and a good builder will have years of experience, constantly learning and treats the job like a piece of art.
Its recommended to find a good transmission shop near you, check their reviews and ask as many questions as possible about the process. Sometimes its better to travel to another city or area to find a good transmission shop if you have to. Desert Transmissions is located in Glendale Arizona but we service customers from all over including Tempe, Chandler, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Peoria, Tolleson, Avondale etc. Due to a lack of quality shops in the area and because we guaranty the best pricing, warranty, and we are one of the best rated shops in Arizona.
Could I buy A Rebuilt Transmission And Install It Myself?
Yes! There are several transmission shops that will sell an over the counter, rebuilt transmission. Arizona has a couple local shops that will have certain types of transmissions that are already built and ready to go, others will have to take your order and build it for you, or will ask you to bring your original transmission in and they can build it as a bench job.
You’ve also got several options that are out of state, who will allow you to call and order any transmission you’d like such as Jaspers Or Monster Transmissions. You can choose a stock rebuilt transmission or something upgraded for towing or racing.
Pros and Cons Of A Bench Job, Or Buying A Rebuilt Transmission
At Desert Transmissions we have no problem building your transmission for you as a bench job, you can remove the transmission yourself and bring it to us. Or we can sell you one that’s already built and ready to go if we have it in stock. The good thing is you wont have to pay the labor to remove or replace the transmission. The negatives can be wide spread, for us we like to properly diagnose the issues with your transmission before pulling it and rebuilding it. On a bench job we are going in blind.
When we have a built transmission in stock ready to sell you’re going to pay more for that in most cases than to rebuild your own. We take and old “core” or junk transmission and rebuilt it with all new parts. The problem is we don’t know what was wrong with that transmission or what failed, During the rebuild were going to change more parts than what might have been necessary. Quality wise that’s not a problem, there’s nothing wrong with new parts but you might spend more than you had to.
Buying from a name brand company out of state such as Jaspers Or Monster Transmissions means your going to pay a premium for their name or brand, but you’re getting the same parts you would have here at Desert Transmissions. You’re also going to pay for shipping which is a few hundred dollars extra in most cases. Lastly nobody is perfect, sometimes mistakes are made during the rebuild, even at the dealership on new vehicles and parts which is why you get a warranty, unfortunately if there is an issue with an out of state transmission its more timely and expensive to correct the issue.
Potential Self Install Issues
Something to beware of is potential issues with self install. Any company that sells you a transmission to install yourself will have a list of things you’ll need to do to keep the warranty valid during install and will usually require you to visit a third party shop to verify installation. If Desert Transmissions sells you the transmission we will have you bring the vehicle back to our shop so we can double check the work, road test and document mileage. Some customer do make mistakes and it will end up costing them. Some companies aren’t very fair and will look for a reason to void your warranty choosing to blame you rather than take responsibility for an issue. its important to check a company’s reviews online.
Transmission Rebuild Reviews
5 Star Review For Desert Transmissions After Transmission Rebuild
Although nobody is perfect and people can write whatever they want as a review you can tell the difference between a quality transmission shop and a shop that needs to make some improvements. Look at the overall number of reviews, read the bad reviews, and look for patterns. If a shop constantly has a bad review saying “my transmission lasted a week and I had to take it back” you can assume what your experience might be like.
There’s always a customer that’s impossible to please. There’s always human error and mistakes are made. Nobody is going to earn 5 star reviews 100% of the time. Sometimes a customer will leave a great positive review and give you 4 starts. You might rebuild a transmission cheaper than anyone, help the customer get financed, get the job done early, and leave fingerprint on the car while the customer is having a bad day and you get a 1 star review. Communication is big, if a customer gets their transmission leak fixed but still has engine oil leaks they might be upset with you and leave a bad review.
Beware of negative reviews that speak about the quality of the transmission build, about how the staff handled the situation or if they cared or not. Pay attention to repetitive reviews from different customers. Some of the best name brand transmission shops that charge top dollar for a transmission have some of the worst reviews for their rebuilt transmissions. Some of the smallest little shops in town have near perfect reviews.
If you want the best experience with a transmission shop for your rebuilds or general service its a good idea to check reviews on as many platforms as possible. Make a decision, call around, get some pricing and then go from there.
See Our Reviews To See Why Desert Transmissions Is The Best Transmission Shop In Arizona For Quality, Price & Warranty.
Morgan H.
Desert Transmissions and dealing with Mike and Mikey has been the single best automotive repair...read moreDesert Transmissions and dealing with Mike and Mikey has been the single best automotive repair experience I can remember in my lifetime and I am 55 and have owned at least 100 cars. They we fast and on time, courteous and explained everything in detail. Funny thing is that everything they told me I had verified by a buddy on mine who owns a shop in another state and they were spot on. Whether you need transmission work, engine work, suspension work Desert Transmissions should be your go to shop. Great Job guys.Morgan HarrisCave Creekread less - 1/15/2020
Cuddie Deon
These Guys are great! Treat you like family.. will work with you to get the...read moreThese Guys are great! Treat you like family.. will work with you to get the best pricing and solutions to solve your issues. Not from Phoenix and was having a hard time finding a good honest shop until I stumbled across these good fellas!! Great work Thanksread less - 11/02/2019
Rich A.
Stay so far away from this place. Took my Cherokee in for fix...read moreStay so far away from this place. Took my Cherokee in for fix on an engine rattle. Did a tune up, drove off, same issue still occurring. Went back in, discovered bolts had sheered off the transfer case. Go to pick up the vehicle and was told, "sorry, it's only a band aid fix" after they committed to fixing the problem. Problem is, they didn't remove the sheered bolts, but used shorter bolts. The new bolts didn't last two weeks. Mike told me "I'm just one to complain a lot and probably do it on a daily basis". Isn't "transmission" in the company name?read less - 9/01/2020
Fredy Alvarez
AMAZING SERVICE!! Mike and Mikey, two great individuals with spectacular level of service! I have...read moreAMAZING SERVICE!! Mike and Mikey, two great individuals with spectacular level of service! I have a 2015 Silverado and my transmission completely gave out, Mike and mickey were both able to help me make the process so much easier by staying late, having contact with local tow trucks with very affordable prices!, they were also willing to help out with my rental! Keep in mind during this unfortunate event i had very little money and their services made this whole transition a peace of mind! I cant express the level of gratitude i have for Mike and Mikey! Awesome business owners and also great service with warranty!read less - 6/10/2020
Donny Schwartz
What impressed me the most was they stand behind their work with a good warranty...read moreWhat impressed me the most was they stand behind their work with a good warranty and I already recommend a friend.read less - 9/18/2020
Agency Palomino
Thanks Michael & your Team at Desert Transmissions. Not only were you a great value...read moreThanks Michael & your Team at Desert Transmissions. Not only were you a great value you also did a great job of repairing my BMW on my time schedule. The car is running great & will gladly refer you to all my friends & especially my family. Two Thumbs up!! Sincerely Michael Palominoread less - 11/15/2019
Taja Rahil
Mike was very helpful and worked with me with getting my car fixed. Their team...read moreMike was very helpful and worked with me with getting my car fixed. Their team is knowledgeable and friendly! The services were reasonable and now my car runs like new! I would definitely take my car back if it has any issues!read less - 11/14/2019
Susan I.
The Mike and Mike team are excellent business owners. I am one myself and...read moreThe Mike and Mike team are excellent business owners. I am one myself and they provided customer service that I have not seen in awhile! I wholeheartedly recommend Desert Transmissions. They are good people. Keep it up guys!!!Dr. Tim Iorio, Ph.D.Scottsdale, AZread less - 1/27/2020
john doe
They are very experienced and charge what time they take, not what the book says....read moreThey are very experienced and charge what time they take, not what the book says. I had a clutch and flywheel done for right around $1000 even with the flywheel being OEM. Anywhere else it would have been $1500 easily.read less - 10/16/2020
Robert Revelen
Great guy named Mike runs it and does what he says. Keeps his word and...read moreGreat guy named Mike runs it and does what he says. Keeps his word and my car runs great.read less - 1/08/2020
Kim Roberts
their customer service, and their knowledge about what they were selling. These boys don't just...read moretheir customer service, and their knowledge about what they were selling. These boys don't just blow smoke up your butt they backup everything they do. I honestly believe these boys have a very long future in this business just because of their sincerity and their knowledge. It was just a few days before Thanksgiving and we knew my husband's tranny was not going to make it much longer but we're trying to hold out till after the holidays turns out we could not do that so we started making phone calls trying to decide where we were going to put are vehicle not to mention the money we knew we were going to have to spend. I just happened to come across desert transmission on the internet there weren't many reviews but the couple that were there were very good so we decided to take a chance, these guys not only had our vehicle ready exactly when they said it would be ready but they went over and above to make sure that we had our vehicle for the holidays. They even worked very late the night before Thanksgiving just so that we could pick our vehicle up along with a few other vehicles that they were wanting to get out so that everyone wouldn't have to go the holidays without their transportation. Their pricing what's better than anyone else and their warranty was above and beyond better, and we have had absolutely no problem with my husband's truck and he uses it daily I would more than recommend desert transmission to anyone out there who wants an honest deal we all work hard for our money and it's well spent at this place thank you Mike Mickey and George you let me know that there are still honest mechanics out there that won't try to get over on you just because you're a woman or just because they can happy holidays guys from Rod and Kim Robertsread less - 12/07/2019
Linda Graham
Linda G. the year 2020.... will things be different? One wonders if 'customer service' is gone...read moreLinda G. the year 2020.... will things be different? One wonders if 'customer service' is gone forever...seems some people feel it's not important and some may need to look it up in the dictionary because they have never heard of it. Not so with Desert Transmissions! I had been told California was the place to look for a refurbished /rebuilt transmission, however, the search became exhausting, i.e., so many options and prices seemed evasive. I decided Arizona might be a good place to inquire, since cars in this state have transmissions as well :-). I couldn't have been more impressed with this company. From the start, my questions were answered with patience and knowledge. Mike and Mike were the best! I would not hesitate to refer this company to anyone who needs a competent, skilled, capable and loyal to their customers' requirements, as this company displays.read less - 1/14/2020
Linda Duda
Transmissions (Mike and Mikey and any other mechanics involved) were so gracious and helpful to...read moreTransmissions (Mike and Mikey and any other mechanics involved) were so gracious and helpful to my friend Linda. She had been waiting 4 months for someone in her family to repair her car. I live in Oregon and was worried she would never have a car again. After a brief discussion with Mike, I recommended them to Linda. They fixed her car in less than a week with excellent results. Thanks guys. I no longer need to worry about her being homebound.read less - 1/11/2020
Susan S.
I took my car here this past weekend to get new brakes and rotors. The...read moreI took my car here this past weekend to get new brakes and rotors. The owners, Mike and Mike were pleasant to work with. They were able to provide same day service, and get me in and out in just over an hour! Their prices are very reasonable and they take pride in offering superior service. I moved to AZ a little less than two years ago, and just grateful that I found an honest shop that I can trust. Thank you Mike and Mike!read less - 2/27/2020
Brian Washington
Very polite, honest and respectful people. Took my Mercedes C350 in for a transmission service....read moreVery polite, honest and respectful people. Took my Mercedes C350 in for a transmission service. Best price around in town, quick service with the job being perfectly done the first time! 100% recommend coming here. Professionalism at it's best !read less - 1/12/2020
Alma M
Mike is awesome. These guys did an amazing repair in my Durango. They took...read moreMike is awesome. These guys did an amazing repair in my Durango. They took care of my rental car, washed and filled my gas tank. What a great shop! I highly recommend this shop.read less - 12/15/2019
Steve Cserep
Excellent customer service and I will be back whenever we need anything to fix or...read moreExcellent customer service and I will be back whenever we need anything to fix or service our Autoread less - 11/15/2019
Nicole Bland
My name is Nicole and I want to brag about Desert Transmissions. They are a...read moreMy name is Nicole and I want to brag about Desert Transmissions. They are a amazing great customer service company. My mom was having a hard time getting help for her car and found this company and they went way over and beyond to help her get her needs and wants met. Both Mike's at this company were good listeners and delivered what they promised her. I personally even though just dealt with them or saw how they helped my mom will definitely use them for my own use.Great thanks to desert Transmissions for being one of a kind.read less - 1/14/2020
El Markitoz
El mejor servicio de Phoenix, son los más sinceros y mejores para transmisiones automáticas. - 11/15/2019
Angel Gonzalez
I took my Ford Flex for a full engine replacement. It took a bit longer...read moreI took my Ford Flex for a full engine replacement. It took a bit longer than i expected, but that wasn't their fault, so i can't blame them for that. After they gave me my vehicle, there was a minor issue with it, that had nothing to do with the original work. Called Mike, took the car back and he took full responsibility for the issue without me even saying a word. You don't find many mechanics with that kind of integrity. That's amazing. The car runs great. Thank you Mike and thanks to your team. I will most definitely recommend this place to friends and family.read less - 12/26/2019
Judy Duarte
Thank you so much Mike for your hard and dedicated work. Truly is appreciated. You...read moreThank you so much Mike for your hard and dedicated work. Truly is appreciated. You did an amazing job fixing my truckread less - 8/20/2020
Craig Lowe
👍👍👍got my rebuilt transmission back from Mikey and Michael at desert transmission car runs great...read more👍👍👍got my rebuilt transmission back from Mikey and Michael at desert transmission car runs great 👍 got a awesome warranty to go with the deal thanks guys 💯😎✌read less - 12/18/2019
Kenny Light
Mike was very helpful to get me the best deal on my brake change. I...read moreMike was very helpful to get me the best deal on my brake change. I was impressed with their knowledge on my F350. I highly recommend.read less - 11/15/2019
Linda Duda
Transmissions (Mike and Mikey and any other mechanics involved) were so gracious and helpful to...read moreTransmissions (Mike and Mikey and any other mechanics involved) were so gracious and helpful to my friend Linda. She had been waiting 4 months for someone in her family to repair her car. I live in Oregon and was worried she would never have a car again. After a brief discussion with Mike, I recommended them to Linda. They fixed her car in less than a week with excellent results.Thanks guys. I no longer need to worry about her being homebound.read less - 1/12/2020
TJ J.
I purchased a Groupon yesterday. Called today and I have an appointment tomorrow. So far...read moreI purchased a Groupon yesterday. Called today and I have an appointment tomorrow. So far 5 stars. I will update after tomorrow's appointment.read less - 5/28/2020
Food Porn A.
my experience with Desert Transmissions was perfect in all ways . They are truly customer...read moremy experience with Desert Transmissions was perfect in all ways . They are truly customer service oriented They fixed my long list of troubles and did everything affordableThey are my first mechanic since moving from Boston and the car is running better than in the Northeastread less - 6/29/2020
Bob Atkinson
The guys at Desert Transmissions bent over backwards to help me get my van back...read moreThe guys at Desert Transmissions bent over backwards to help me get my van back on the road. And I am beyond grateful. There was a slight bit of confusion at the very beginning, but once the work was begun--it was finished rapidly. And I have zero complaints. I originally took my vehicle to them because they quoted me a price for a full transmission rebuild that was nearly $1,500 under the nearest competitor quote. They even managed to come in below the original quote by almost $200! I was blown away. Every part of their business is geared towards Customer Service which is a rare thing in this day and age of Auto Repair companies striving to find creative ways to seperate you from every last dollar possible. From their FREE towing service (a huge value in and of itself), to the multiple finance options, the top-quality work for a reasonable price (came with a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty), and the sit-down explanation of the work performed; I drove away, confident in the choice I'd made by bringing my vehicle to them. I bear the unfortunate distinction of having had a wealth of experience dealing with mechanics as I prefer used vehicles over new, and I cannot state this more plainly: most shops treat you as a number that will be served according to their convenience. I am happy to report that Desert Transmissions is the exact opposite. I was treated as a human being. They know your vehicle is the most important tool you have in this valley and it shows in how they treated me and how they treated my vehicle. I have already recommended their service to several of my friends and will continue to do so. And should I find myself in need of more work I will definitely be bringing it to them. If you're reading this now, you should consider it as well. Five stars from me.read less - 10/13/2020
El Markitoz
Atención al cliente, amabilidad, profesionalismo, garantía del trabajo por escrito, rapidez y ayuda cliente en...read moreAtención al cliente, amabilidad, profesionalismo, garantía del trabajo por escrito, rapidez y ayuda cliente en solicitar crédito. Son los mejores. Recomendado 100%read less - 11/25/2019
Taja Cook
The guys at this shop did a wonderful job on my car! Now it runs...read moreThe guys at this shop did a wonderful job on my car! Now it runs like new! Mike was very helpful with the payment. I would take my car back if it had any issues!read less - 11/15/2019
Jonathan Trujillo
I took my Nissan Titan to Desert Transmissions for transmission repair. I am very appreciative...read moreI took my Nissan Titan to Desert Transmissions for transmission repair. I am very appreciative for their service. Mike and his team are very honest and trustworthy people. I recommend everyone go there for car repair.read less - 11/15/2019
Randy Wing
These guys rock! I had a new clutch release bearing installed along with new bearing...read moreThese guys rock! I had a new clutch release bearing installed along with new bearing kit inside the transmission on my Honda. It took a while to get my car back but it was worth the wait. I recommend this shop to everybody.read less - 12/15/2019
Joseph Valencia
I went here to get my transmission rebuilt and they did it...read moreI went here to get my transmission rebuilt and they did it in 1 day. They are very professional and I'm really happy with workread less - 12/18/2019
chip schultz
hands down on of the best transmissions shops around. Mike is Honest and very knowledgeable,...read morehands down on of the best transmissions shops around. Mike is Honest and very knowledgeable, they went above and beyond. i brought in my 2008 BMW 528i to them. their main goal was to make sure when i got my car back it was running as smooth as possible. as in any older car a few other things needed to be fixed before i got my car back. Mike went the extra mile for me and will definitely recommend this shop to anyone . cant beat their prices, service, and their honesty. Its hard to find just integrity in repair world. Thanks guysread less - 12/30/2019
Linda Graham
Linda G.the year 2020.... will things be different? One wonders if 'customer service' is gone...read moreLinda G.the year 2020.... will things be different? One wonders if 'customer service' is gone forever...seems some people feel it's not important and some may need to look it up in the dictionary because they have never heard of it.Not so with Desert Transmissions! I had been told California was the place to look for a refurbished /rebuilt transmission, however, the search became exhausting, i.e., so many options and prices seemed evasive. I decided Arizona might be a good place to inquire, since cars in this state have transmissions as well :-).I couldn't have been more impressed with this company. From the start, my questions were answered with patience and knowledge. Mike and Mike were the best! I would not hesitate to refer this company to anyone who needs a competent, skilled, capable and loyal to their customers' requirements, as this company displays.read less - 1/14/2020
Tavis Simspon
Mike and his team are legit. This shop is professional and shows genuine concern for...read moreMike and his team are legit. This shop is professional and shows genuine concern for your vehicle even if it’s just for a diagnostic. I recommend this place be the first place you try if you’re having car issues. Thanks again Mike ✊read less - 12/25/2019
Steve Cserep
Mike and Mike down at desert transmissions had me in and out for my oil...read moreMike and Mike down at desert transmissions had me in and out for my oil change and trans services great service and pricingread less - 10/28/2019
Steve Rees
I came from Cave Creek to find this place. These guys did a great...read moreI came from Cave Creek to find this place. These guys did a great job! Exceptional customer service and mechanics--- they want to be sure they're doing a quality job. They care. I would highly recommend!!read less - 12/15/2019
Doper Esco
Service was fast and friendly! Got my transmission flush. Great price also. - 11/21/2019
Chris N.
Horrible experience, absolutely unprofessional, if you want to go to a place that doesn't listen...read moreHorrible experience, absolutely unprofessional, if you want to go to a place that doesn't listen to the customers and then waisted there time we'll you found the right spot. I had car towed by there company it get there on Wednesday at around 1130,i called that day they said I would have a answer Thursday they called you need a rebuilt transmission okay great I have a warranty please call now this is at 230 on the afternoon. Instead of calling them right away he decided to wait like people don't need there cars,and well that's you shouldn't bring your car here. so I can Friday I call where waiting on the warranty company now is Saturday no answers I can and get upset because of the incompetence, oh I don't want to work on your car OK come pick it up, you owe us 50 for the tow well you didn't want to do the work and frankly I'm glad. I come pick up the car no paperwork nothen, how do I no you did anything to this vehicle, and the owner has the nerve to call me and say that I'm acting like I'm owed ya good service and honesty for over 3grand that's the least you could do idiot I'm calling the better business bureau you can usually tell how a shop is ran by its appearance and ya this place is a hot mess. I'll pray for them because they need it.read less - 7/18/2020
Nicole Bland
My name is Nicole and I want to brag about Desert Transmissions. They are a...read moreMy name is Nicole and I want to brag about Desert Transmissions. They are a amazing great customer service company. My mom was having a hard time getting help for her car and found this company and they went way over and beyond to help her get her needs and wants met. Both Mike's at this company were good listeners and delivered what they promised her. I personally even though just dealt with them or saw how they helped my mom will definitely use them for my own use. Great thanks to desert Transmissions for being one of a kind.read less - 1/14/2020
Janette Hamilton
Mike and his team are honest, friendly, and do superb work. Would recommend to anyone!! - 12/15/2019
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