American Performance Electric / Melvindale, Michigan

Rating: ★★★★★

Auto Repair & Service, Automobile Parts & Supplies, Automotive Alternators & Generators

Address: 644 W 11 Mile Rd, Melvindale

Postal code: 48071

Phone: (248) 414-7331

Went in with a friend`s car to get a second opinion on a suggested battery replacement by some other shop in the area. Seeing the positive reviews, from telephone to front door, these boys were the friendliest, most helpful and patient guys in this business. Without hesitation, they came out and did a full workup on the car and instead of other shops that want to replace everything that shows any wear on it at all, t... view morehese guys were straight with me and told me the battery checked out just fine and could foresee some computer technical issues going on and could run a bunch of diagnostic tests but to avoid running me out of all that money, they suggested sometime to take it to a specialized dealer, have them use their special access into the computer and have them find the problem and then come back if I liked them with a 100% assured identification of the real problem. Jeopardizing potentially easy, fast cash, they seem to value honest bussiness and loyal relationships with their clientele. I would recommend this place to everyone looking for a mechanics/car repair men, look no further!

TylerWaite / 10/11/2013

I read the positive reviews for this place, so I stopped in with a boat solenoid I was struggling with. It is a 1964 boat and when I walked in Tim recognized it for what it was instantly. Good start I thought. I got the part at a Johnson dealer and assumed it was identical to the original. Not necessarily, Tim explained. He metered and powered both the old one and new one and explained the differences. He then ... view moresent me home with instructions on troubleshooting the new one installed in the boat and gave me his card to phone him when I had my tester in hand. I made the call and he had me add a ground wire to the proper terminal and voila` it cranked over! I never would have figured it out myself. Now, here`s the great part- he refused to take money from me! Thanks Tim! - I already passed your card to five people.

T_Bone / 7/3/2013

American...I had heard of the great reputation of these guys but had never used them prior to this past week. I can`t say enough possitive words about them. They could not have treated me better by fixing my starter for me as I watched. They did not charge me for parts that other companies may have done to simply make more money on there customers. I probally saved $200 by using them and I was able to install the sta... view morerter back on my Honda 4 wheeler that same day. I will be bringing other projects to them due to the outstanding HONESTY and INTEGRITY that they live and work by as all great Americans do!

will.mccatty / 7/29/2012

Highly Recommend! The cost of having my starter rebuilt was roughly 1/2 what it would cost to replace it, PLUS i didnt toss anything into the landfill. Im thankfull these guys are in business, It really felt good in our disposable society, reducing reusing and recycling, and I SAVED $130 (not to mention the funny postings on the wall in the lobby) ,Thanks Guys

FancyDelux / 11/24/2011

I`ve had the same experience with APE as the others here. I`m a repeat customer, I`ve gone to them for 2 starters and 2 alternators. Every time I`ve got the same great enthusiastic service. I`ve also recommended them to friends and they`ve had the same results. A+

AustinGerding / 7/10/2011

When to see Tim to pick up a starter. The guy is awesome. He comes out before he would let me buy the starter and hooks up a bunch of testing equipment and told me that it was most likely another problem. THIS GUY IS ONE OF THE MOST HONEST MECHANIC?ˆ™S I HAVE EVER MET. And I am in my mid 50?ˆ™s; so that says something! Thanks Tim, I am unemployed and you saved me money. Of course I will tell everybody about you. Thanks... view more Bill

CameraFreak / 6/30/2011

FAST, FRIENDLY, SERVICE! This place has all your altenator, starter and battery needs at the best prices! I needed an alternator for my 1978 Mustang Cobra ll and after price shopping all around town at the parts stores, I called up American Performance Electric and not only did Tim, (Really good guy, and kinda reminded me of Guy Fieri from the food channel) tell me that he had one in stock but for HALF the price ... view moreof anyone else around town! He also told me just bring the car over and he would do a complete diagnostic check of the cars electrical system FREE! I drove my Cobra ll out of the shop with a new alternator and with the confidence that my cars charging system problems had been eliminated! Thanks American!!

stangll / 6/9/2011

My starter (2000 Ford Windstar) went out in bad weather. I had trouble getting a definitive ?ˆ?good?ˆ? or ?ˆ?bad?ˆ? result from any of the usual car parts stores. A friend recommended American Performance Electric. Due to the snowstorm & traffic, I wasn`t going to make it to American Performance Electric before they closed. When I called to tell them that, they said they`d hang around until I got there. When I a... view morerrived, one of the employees was out brushing the snow off of his car so he could leave. Although he was already out for the evening, he stopped what he was doing to open the door to the building for me and show me where to go. Inside, they were able to tell me quickly that my starter was indeed bad, and show me what was wrong with it. They had a starter ready for me. The price was the best I?ˆ™d received after calling all of the standard auto parts places. Everyone at American Performance Electric was easy going and respectful - not condescending like you sometimes see from other car guys & other stores. All in all, a great experience - this will definitely be my first stop for these kind of parts from now on.

jasonbock / 2/15/2011

I have a 1990 Buick Reatta that left me stranded on Christmas Eve with a bad alternator. I was about to have the car towed to the dealer on the other side of town. The recommended repair shop had closed early due to the holiday. Then the tow driver suggested American Performance Electric. Tim is fantastic! When I arrived, he discovered he did not have the proper alternator in stock as he had stated on the ph... view moreone. My heart sank. However, ?ˆ?no problem,?ˆ? he said. ?ˆ?I?ˆ™ll have to rebuild yours, it will take a little longer.?ˆ? In approximately 1 hour, he rebuilt and installed my alternator. It looked brand new. Not only did he save me $200, I got a 2 year warranty! He also replaced my turn signal flasher unit so my signal lights are working again. As the owner of a 20 year old car, trust me when I say it is extremely rare to find high quality, honest AND friendly service shops. I highly recommend these guys (Tim and Max). I guarantee you will not be disappointed.

GEMINI614 / 12/32/2010

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