Import-Authority Incorporated

They have worked on my A/C, wiring harness, they are less expensive than Furrin. Furrin charges am arm and a leg, you can't walk out spending a fortune.

Warren and his crew of top notch mechanics are a real treat, especially in Florida where Subarus seem pretty rare and dealers and parts are few and far between. I first found Import Authority through this website while my wife was covering a story in Tallahassee for her newspaper. Once or twice I have strayed and lived (barely) to regret it, always coming back to them to fix the poor workmanship of others. They're the best, no matter where I live. Larry Zuckerman, Tallahassee

Al, at Import Authority, is the greatest mechanic in the world, ever. He is a mastermind and a genious. He has fixed my vehicles many times and I have never been sorry.

This is more by way of clarification. It's an exceeding women-friendly place. There is a shuttle for drop-offs in a very large area; not large enough for me. It's worth it to have these people in my life and working on my car. They do not have Saturday hours. None of these "inconveniences" seem to deflect customers.

I've taken my old Honda Civic to them for over a year, and they're honest and competent. They provide a ride to work if you're there in the mornings. They explain the work that needs to be done or has been done. They are prompt to respond if something they've done is not correct or needs additional repair. They perform quality work. They provide roadside assistance through a service if you get an oil change there. However, they are not inexpensive. Though, I've never felt like they did an unnecessary repair. At times, they are busy and require 1-2 weeks notice. Also at times, they fixed the problem the first time, but once I had an issue with a combination problem including the computer and O2 sensor. It took them three visits to finish the job (which I only had been charged for one visit). Nonetheless, they are persistent to complete the work with quality. I was recommended to them by two locals when I first moved in the Tallahassee area. I recommend them if you want quality and are willing to pay for it. I do suggest, though, that you check out other mechanics for comparable estimates.

I've been using Import Authority for almost 20 years. They are excellent, highly professional mechanics, honest, efficient and quick. In addition, they are personable and friendly. I trust them utterly and recommend them completely. An added plus is their waiting room--big aquarium, comfy couch, lots of coffee and outlets for my lap top. If NPR placed a webcam there, they might give the Car Guys a run for their money! One time my car wouldn't start--I got a bill for $6.35 for a loose battery connection.