

Auto Repair Salt Lake City – Mechanic, Vehicle Maintenance
Since first introducing our services, Mike Palmer Automotive has been able to cater for a variety of individuals.
We believe that their words speak far louder than any of ours. Click on the name to read their testimonial!
Not repair - make better numerous times
What is your overall feeling about our company?
Like I have said before I wouldn’t go anywhere else but here to have my exhaust done. Hands down the best.
Describe in detail a specific experience with us that you were happy with.
After getting exhaust work done on my focus I went and looked at some pictures and video of some on youtube that had similar work done and by far I saw that Mike’s service and attention to detail from him and his guys was outstanding. The work he did was the best I saw or could find. What I saw was just grab the attention to detail. Mike and his crew give it the best.
June 16th, 2010
Paul Atwood
South Weber, Utah
When I visited Mike Palmer Automotive to get my car serviced, I felt as though they understood what I was trying to get done. They seemed to be honest about what was required.
They delivered the repair on time! I now have a safe vehicle & my fuel economy is improved.
Blane Wilken
I’ve had my car serviced at Mike Palmer Automotive at least half a dozen times. I think they have the very best service.
Since I am not a ‘car person’, I feel like I have received reliable, truthful explanations of whatever was wrong until finally, they told me my car was no longer repairable.
Chana Cummings
Once
What is your overall feeling about our company?
After having my car imitioned at another shop I was informed that I need a catalytic converter. 1600.00+ after calling Mike he was more interested in giving me what I needed and not what would make him more money so to say the least honesty is the word that goes here.
Describe in detail a specific experience with us that you were happy with.
When his team got on my car they felt that I might have been misinformed. They were right and saved me over $1100 in repairs today.
Describe the one or two benefits that you have gotten from us that you value the most. Explain specifically what you’ve gotten out of them.
Good communication with me and gave me all my options.
February 24, 2010
David M. Kinney, Sr.
West Valley City, Utah
I have been to Mike Palmer Automotive 3 times, and have received high quality repairs at very reasonable prices.
Before I became acquainted with Mike Palmer Automotive, there was one instance when work was done at the dealer that was not necessary.
Every repair on all three vehicles were done in an outstanding manner and were a fraction of the dealer quoted repair prices.
I firmly believe that Mike Palmer Automotive is the most honest repair shop I have ever used, and I am confident that it will be done right and at a fair price. I can’t believe it took so long to find them.
I have total confidence that the problem will be properly diagnosed, fairly priced, and completed when promised. I told Mike about various dealer analysis, and costs. His diagnoses is spot on and not designed to increase shop revenue repair needs. I will always use Mike for my repair needs.
Mike and his staff have saved us money on every repair for a lot less than the dealers with inflated costs built in and flaky diagnoses.
William A. Nunn N.D.
4, Nov 2010
Four times
What is your overall feeling about our company?
Fantastic, I always try to get my friends to use this shop.
Describe in detail a specific experience with us that you were happy with.
The staff is friendly, attentive and though I had a timing belt replaced on my Mazda everything was explained to me and I was very happy with the repair and the price.
Describe the one or two benefits that you have gotten from us that you value the most. Explain specifically what you’ve gotten out of them.
Honestly and I am made to feel like I am a valued customer. I will be a repeat customer for years.
January 15, 2010
Glen M. Richards
Park City, Utah
I felt that Mike Palmer Automotive is honest, trustworthy, full of integrity, and worth more than they charged.
Other mechanics I’ve dealt with were rude and other were liars, but Mike Palmer’s mechanics rooted out the real problem and fixed only what was needed.
They provided a tow, a loaner vehicle and a payment plan too. Mike Palmer Automotive are my new mechanics!
Greg R. Spencer
Staging
About 6 or 7. Also have all my periodic servicing and oil changes there.
As a retired university professor of consumer protection and an auto mechanic in a former life, I am very aware when a repair shop is not performing a satisfactory job or worse, is attempting to rip off consumers. I have even taught courses for the elderly on how to avoid auto repair scams.
Before becoming a customer of Mike Palmer, I dealt with several auto repair shops in the valley. A few were incompetent, some were overly expensive, and three or four attempted to “low‐ball”. That is, quoting one price for the repair and later”discovering” all kinds of additional costly “problems that need to be taken care of right away.” A friend recommended Mike and I have been more than satisfied. He does not perform unnecessary work. Once I brought a car in to have the front end aligned only to be told by Mike it was just the way this particular car drove with these type of tires. He said that no work was needed. My wife took her car there when the check engine light was on. He quickly diagnosed the problem as a loose gas cap and she went on her way without charge. Others would have taken advantage and found some problem that “needed to be repaired.”
I patronize Palmer Automotive because its services are reasonably priced and when I take any of my three vehicles in for routine oil changes and servicing, I will not leave paying for unnecessary repairs. When I have had repairs, such as a recent brake job on my Nissan Xterra, the work was done quickly and competently. I also appreciated the “Newsletter discount.” I have recommend Mike Palmer to my friends because I trust him.
JJohn R. Burton, PhD
Salt Lake City, UT
I experienced wonderful customer service from Molly and Jimi - Wow, thanks. They were kind and effective on the phone, and explained clearly what trouble to anticipate in the future. I thought my wiper motor was broken, but the only problem was that the screws were loose so it didn’t cost me anything.
First time and Lifetime Customer,
Kate Cook
Broadcast Production
I have been to Mike Palmer Automotive at least 6 times. They are very customer oriented, and always stay focused on tasks until successfully resolved.
My Buick Century was intermittently stalling at stop lights, and would also stall when putting it in gear. They were able to successfully solve the problem in a timely order.
Kyle Gary Cornia
Electrical Engineer
I have been to Mike Palmer Automotive about 4 or 5 times for servicing and advise. I have associated mostly with Jill & Jimi, who were both helpful and great to work with, but appreciated the advice Mike Palmer provided on my first visit. Everyone there, with the advice given, has enlisted a sense of trust.
Lou Jean Flint
Retired Educator
My overall feeling about Mike Palmer Automotive is simply that I love this place. The reason is that they are good people that provide good service at a good price.
They have found problems with my car that I was worried about that others couldn’t find. I have confidence in the work that they have done.
Lynda K. Richards
Mortgage Banker
I wish every car maintenance and repair shop was as reliable and honest as Mike Palmer Automotive. He has dealt with me in a straight forward and gentlemanly way that not only brings me back, but makes me feel secure in recommending him to others.
I like the peace of mind I have as a customer of several years now. I am so very grateful to have a place where I can leave my car and not have to worry about it at all. Mike Palmer has always taken very good care of my now 21 year old car.
Mary Whitlock
Retired Surgical Technician
I have used Mike Palmer Automotive many times over several years, and wouldn’t go anywhere else!
One time I was told by the dealership my brakes needed to be replaced. I just wanted a second opinion at Mike Palmer’s, and to my astonishment, my brakes were just fine.
What I appreciate the most is knowing that if it doesn’t need to be fixed, they won’t rip me off and do it anyway! As a woman that means the world to me.
I really appreciate Mike and all his staff; they are the best!!
Nadine Gull
My repair totaled $2000.00 but I never felt like the ’wallet was being squeezed’. Mike kept his word by not exceeding what we agreed upon from the top. The knowledge his men have is straight on honest. I will return from now on.
I was advised about a problem I was not informed about before that saved me money. I like how knowledgeable their mechanics are, and that they have a clear understanding of the work to be done.
I will recommend this shop to all I know who need their services.
Paul Rains
Line Driver
Salt Lake City, UT
It’s terrific to know that there’s a locally owned & honest car mechanic shop in town. Mike’s not only honest, but he’s most accommodating. He went out of his way to fit me in on a day he was already busy. He lent me a loaner car making it possible for me to drop off my car at his shop & still keep up with my busy day. I not only want to come back, but to spread the word of his good service.
Peggy Collier
SLC, UT, 84103
I have been to Mike Palmer Automotive four times to have my vehicles repaired.
I am happy overall with the service to my cars as well as the customer service. The staff at Mike Palmer Automotive seems to go above and beyond where others just do the minimum.
I brought the car in to have the power steering flushed. I also needed an inspection. They took my car to be inspected though it was not a direct service they offer and they offered me a rede and pickup from where I needed to go.
I liked the customer service that makes you feel like your business really matters. I also liked the quality of work and no nonsense diagnosies of car issues.
Randy Williams
Electrical Engineer
5‐7 times
What is your overall feeling about our company?
I have been very impressed and satisfied with Mike Palmers Automotive. I feel like Mike and his staff has been very honest and straight forward in helping me with the maintenance of my vehicle.
Describe in detail a specific experience with us that you were happy with.
I was given a list of repairs that my car needed by the dealership. When I brought the car to Mike Palmers I was relieved to finds out that the repairs did not need to be done. For instance the dealer said I needed a new clutch when I didn’t.
Describe in detail a specific experience with us that you were happy with.
It is peace of mind to know that your repair shop has your best interest in mind. They go out of their way to try to save us money and we never end up paying more than we are quoted over the phone.
December 22, 2009
Richard Wentworth
Salt Lake City, Utah
I Love Mike Palmer Automotive! Mike is professional, thorough and friendly. I have a positive feeling when I think of going there, and the pricing for repairs is very reasonable. As a woman, I am skeptical when I have auto repairs done, as I have paid extra for services not needed at other shops. I thought I had a brake problem, but upon inspection, Mike told me my brakes were in good shape! He always gives me suggestions without pressuring me into buying anything, and never tricks to sell you more. Just today I received a $20 discount on my service. I asked why and Jill said, “Just because we love you!” Okay, I will remember that forever! I feel a community connection with this shop because they work hard to succeed by being innovative, friendly and most important-personal. I am moving out of state and told Mike I might just have to move back because I love my “car guys” so much!
Staci Tye
Indebted Graduate Student
Salt Lake City, UT
I felt very comfortable and at ease with everyone I interacted with the least intimidating, most friendly auto repair shop I’ve been to.
I was happy with everything surrounding the service I was given, when calling to set an appointment to having the car worked on, and they even helped set up a payment plan to pay for the work on my car.
They were very upfront and professional about what was wrong with my car.
Vanessa Wardy
Store Manager

