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Welcome to 38th Street Service Center. We are your neighborhood garage with over 50 years' experience! We specialize in all of your auto repair and maintenance needs. We have trained technicians and our focus is to deliver quality work with great customer service. We also offer same as cash financing-approved credit. Call us today for your auto repair needs!
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Phone: (253) 474-7777

Phone: (253) 666-8647

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Diesel Fuel.
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Cummins, Detroit Diesel, Kubota, Raybestos
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check, discover, master card, visa, cash, debit
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South Tacoma
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YPMobile User

01/17/2012

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I have been going to 38th for ...

I have been going to 38th for about two years, I love it there. It feels like a home to me. Karen is the best ever and I can't imagine taking my car anywhere else, so I won't. I highly recommend #38th Street Service Center to anyone and everyone:)

modmandan

05/25/2011

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I have had the pleasure of bei...

I have had the pleasure of being a customer of 38th street Service Center since they first opened their doors years ago!!



They have the best service and the friendliest people I know. My wife and I will go no place else for our cars.

mynameisbc

09/10/2010

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Shoddy Service...With A Smile

Shoddy service...with a smile. In preparation for a 3000 mile cross country journey, we had our SUV serviced and repaired at 38th Street Service center.



It needed a break & rotor replacement, had a power steering squeal, and had a valve cover gasket leak. Although the price was comparable ($1500+) to other service centers, the workmanship and follow through were a horrible experience.



A week later, we still had the power steering issue. After another appointment, juggling 3 kids, and time out of the day, they fixed the issue...again.



Two weeks later we still had squeaky breaks but a phone call said it would sort itself out (a longer break in period was needed). I explained my concern with traveling cross-country but they assured me it was ok...I wish I could replay that decision.



1400 miles into our journey, the breaks are still squeaking and now the "new" rotors appear warped. Sure enough, we had it checked out and the "new" rotors were warped and both the breaks and the rotors had to be redone. Much more time, hassle, and working through the warranty procedures.



During a follow-up phone call, they did not seem to be concerned with their poor work, my family's safety, or offering any sort of compensation for the repeated issues and time loss that we had based on their poor service.



We gave them a shot and not only lost a lot of time and money but they seemed unconcerned with safety. I cannot recommend them. Look elsewhere first.

claimed iconBusiness Response03/05/2011

This customer came to our facility in mid-June to have the brakes checked on their Lexus SUV. The initial symptoms were a pulsating brake pedal. On inspection, we confirmed that the brake rotors were severely warped and most decidedly needed replacement. We installed new original equipment parts which were free of any visual defects and performed as required when this vehicle left our shop. During the same visit we also replaced their squealing power steering pump. Unfortunately, a week later a faulty O-ring on the power steering line was leaking. The customer’s wife brought the Lexus by the shop for a 10 minute free replacement of the O-ring which corrected the problem. She then requested that we replace the fan belts that day also. This additional work request showed confidence in the service they had received so far. We are sorry that the customer had problems with the brake rotors during their trip. We make every effort to make sure that our customers are taken care of. This is why we have a Nation Wide Warranty company back up our work and parts. The warranty company informed us that the Customer’s had their vehicle in to a shop regarding their brakes and that repairs were being made. I don’t know how long the rotors on the Lexus had been warped or how long since they were last replaced when we first saw the vehicle in mid-June. I also don’t know the driving habits of this customer. There are a number of factors that could contribute to premature warping. Did they tow anything behind the vehicle? Do they ride the brake pedal while driving? Do they ‘slam’ on the brake pedal? We stand on the fact that the customers were taken care of, even on the other side of the country. They paid for the job once and received quality workmanship and quality parts at a fair price.

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soldier206

09/19/2009

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A great place

In the time that we live in, it is hard to find friendly and informative service. I have no idea what the woman's name was that i spoke with but she was great. I have a 98' plymouth breeze which works but may need a lot of work. The voice was courteous, honest, and the quote for a diagnostic was out of this world. I have no idea what may be the problems with my car but she has definately persuaded me to give this company a try. Other auto shops are stiff and often rude with a greedy disposition. It is truly refreshing to find such a place. If the service is as good as the representation i will definately recommend this shop to my friends and family.

shell524

06/01/2009

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Best Auto Repair Business!

Great Customer Service! Great Prices! & they fixed my car and I have had no problems since. Best Auto Repair Business in town!

mikejohnson1099

05/29/2008

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very happy customer

these guys are the best...when you think of good ol' customer service and happy, helpfull people this is the place to go for all your automotive needs. goin to the place remindes you of the old school days ....you will enjoy your experience.

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Phone: (253) 231-3018

Address: 3213 S 38th St, Tacoma, WA 98409

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