J.C. Automotive Service, Inc.

J.C. Automotive Service is an independent auto repair shop and tire center in South St. Petersburg that positions itself as a dealer alternative. It is known for timing chain replacement and timing chain driven water pump work, and it offers computer and key programming on most car lines, including Ford, Chrysler, Jeep, GM and Nissan. The shop also sells and installs tires from brands such as Michelin, BFGoodrich and Uniroyal through its NAPA AutoCare Center.

The shop works on older vehicles, including those built before 1995, and repairs come with a 2-year, 24,000-mile nationwide warranty. Customers can request quotes online or by phone, and there is a key drop for leaving a car overnight. The waiting room has coffee and Wi-Fi, and the shop serves St. Petersburg, Tierra Verde and Pinellas Point.