The 10 Best Auto Repair Shops in St. Clair Shores, MI
Last updated October 4, 2026 · ranked from 2,542 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 10 auto repair shops in and around St. Clair Shores, MI, led by Special One Auto Repair, The Shop Complete Car Care Centers and American Car Care, Inc. Together they have 2,542 Google reviews; Special One Auto Repair has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.9. Every place on the list is in St. Clair Shores, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
A 4.9-star Google rating from 149 reviews and a broad range of mechanical services earn Special One Auto Repair the No. 1 spot. Located at 20730 12 Mile Rd in St. Clair Shores, MI, the shop handles domestic and imported cars, trucks, and SUVs. Its work spans oil changes, diagnostics, and complete engine and transmission replacements. Weekday hours run from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., with Saturday service until 3 p.m. Appointments are required.
A broad service list and a 4.9 Google rating from 163 reviews earn The Shop Complete Car Care Centers the No. 2 spot. Located at 30101 Harper Ave in St. Clair Shores, MI, it handles suspension, brakes, electrical work, tires, and general maintenance, including oil changes. Automotive key duplication and programming add another practical service beyond repairs. The shop is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and appointments are required. Wheelchair-accessible parking and an accessible entrance are available.
Brakes and suspension
Automotive key programming
Appointments required
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A 4.9-star Google rating across 169 reviews supports American Car Care, Inc’s No. 3 spot. Located at 20500 E 9 Mile Rd in St. Clair Shores, MI, the shop lists on-site service, a mechanic, and oil changes. It opens Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with appointments recommended. Wheelchair-accessible parking, an accessible entrance and restroom, and acceptance of credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments add practical details for planning a visit.
A 4.8-star Google rating from 1,084 reviews helps earn Uncle Ed’s Oil Shoppe the No. 4 spot. At 28820 Harper Ave in St. Clair Shores, MI, the shop provides full-service oil changes, brake service, and preventive maintenance. One reviewer describes staff identifying an oil-filling problem after another shop’s work and explaining it; another praises friendly, fast service. Seven-day hours add practical value, with weekday service until 7 p.m., Saturday hours until 6 p.m., and Sunday hours from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Brake service
Full-service oil changes
Open seven days
“Matt and his team helped me big time… 3 weeks ago I had an oil change done by a different shop. They did not drain my oil correctly before refilling the oil. Matt pointed this out to me and educated me on why an Oil change shop should ne…”
Quick oil changes and pressure-free service put Sam's Quick Lube at No. 5. Located at 29100 Little Mack Ave in St. Clair Shores, MI, it holds a 4.8 Google rating from 407 reviews. Reviewers describe friendly, respectful service and efficient work, with two reporting visits of 15 minutes or less. Another specifically praises the lack of sales pressure. Seven-day hours, including Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., give drivers weekend options, while wheelchair-accessible parking and an accessible entrance add practical convenience.
Quick oil changes
No-pressure service
Open seven days
“Jeff was professional, kind, and respectful. Oil change done quickly and efficiently. I will be back!”
Collision work and routine automotive service put Perfect Auto Collision at No. 6, backed by a 4.8 Google rating from 90 reviews. Located on E 9 Mile Rd in St. Clair Shores, MI, the shop handles major and minor damage on foreign and domestic vehicles and lists oil changes among its services. Reviewers describe attentive listening, clear problem identification, and timely repairs; one reports work completed under budget. Saturday hours run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Collision repair
Oil changes
Saturday hours
“This place is awesome, the manager chris was very professional, took the time to listen to my concerns, they did a great job for me, this is my go to shop now, again thanks to the crew at perfect auto collison, highly recommend this shop.”
Service ranging from oil changes to transmission rebuilds helps Morisette Auto Repair earn No. 7 in St. Clair Shores, MI. The family-owned shop at 27400 Harper Ave has operated since 1987, with ASE-certified technicians, digital inspections, and repairs for all makes and models. Its 4.6-star Google rating from 300 reviews is backed by accounts of a quick oil change, prompt diagnosis and repair of a retractable running board, and clear answers during a transmission rebuild. Weekday hours run from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
ASE-certified technicians
Digital inspections
All makes serviced
“Excellent car repair service! The customer service and the mechanics are the absolute best. I am referring this dealership to everyone I know.”
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A 4.6-star Google rating across 94 reviews supports Harper & Martin Auto Care’s eighth-place spot. Located at 28500 Harper Ave in St. Clair Shores, MI, the shop lists a mechanic, on-site services and oil changes. Its Monday-through-Friday hours run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wheelchair-accessible parking, an accessible entrance and an accessible restroom provide practical access features, while credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments give customers several ways to pay.
Documented oil changes, on-site mechanic services, and a 4.6 Google rating from 60 reviews earn Best Stop Llc the No. 9 spot. Located at 24122 Harper Ave in St. Clair Shores, MI, the shop opens Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., with Saturday hours from 8 a.m. to noon. Wheelchair-accessible parking and an accessible entrance are listed, and credit and debit cards are accepted—practical details for drivers planning a visit.
Service for all makes and models, from oil changes to brake and transmission work, earns Genesis Cadillac Service Center the No. 10 spot. Located at 19900 E 9 Mile Rd in St. Clair Shores, MI, it holds a 4.8 Google rating from 26 reviews. The center describes its advisors and mechanics as factory-certified and offers 24-hour roadside assistance. Weekday hours run from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., with appointments recommended. One reviewer reported missing diagnostic documentation and follow-up on a reported problem.
All makes serviced
Brake and transmission
24-hour roadside assistance
“Service didn't include a car wash. For whatever reason it didn't include the comprehensive diagnostic report I've gotten from other GM dealerships either. They never called me about a problem I reported, just marked it down as customer…”
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How we ranked this list
Each auto repair shop is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the St. Clair Shores category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Auto Repair Shops in St. Clair Shores, MI: common questions
Which shops have the highest Google ratings in this guide?
American Car Care, Inc at 20500 E 9 Mile Rd and The Shop Complete Car Care Centers at 30101 Harper Ave both have 4.9 stars. American Car Care has 169 reviews; The Shop has 163. Both are in St. Clair Shores, MI.
Where can I get an oil change on Saturday in St. Clair Shores, MI?
Best Stop Llc at 24122 Harper Ave lists oil changes and Saturday hours of 8 a.m. to noon. Low Price Auto Service at 25500 Harper Ave also lists oil changes and opens Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Which businesses require or recommend appointments?
The Shop Complete Car Care Centers requires appointments. American Car Care, Inc and Roy O’Brien Ford Collision Center recommend them. The collision center is at 20300 E 9 Mile Rd in St. Clair Shores, MI, and operates Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Where are check-engine-light and battery testing available in St. Clair Shores, MI?
O’Reilly Auto Parts at 28600 Harper Ave offers free VeriScan check-engine-light testing, battery testing, and starter and alternator testing. It opens Monday through Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Who offers automotive key programming in St. Clair Shores, MI?
The Shop Complete Car Care Centers at 30101 Harper Ave lists automotive key duplication and programming, with required appointments and weekday hours of 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Viking Locksmiths LLC at 29511 Jefferson Ave lists automotive programming, flashing, cloning, and coding services, along with mobile service and 24-hour daily hours.
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