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Auto Repair Shops and Mobile Mechanics in South Portland, ME
MechanicRank lists 6 auto repair businesses in South Portland, ME. 6 run auto repair shops you can drive to. The best rated with a real review history is Northeast Imports, at 5.0 stars from 31 reviews. Every listing shows the phone number, hours and reviews. Or send one free quote request and a local mechanic calls you back.
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All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in South Portland
6 independent businesses in our directory.
Kimball's Garage Inc
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South Portland, ME
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Duval's Service Center
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South Portland, ME
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Waterman's Service Center Inc.
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South Portland, ME
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Rigby Auto Inc
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South Portland, ME
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Mel's Auto Repair
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South Portland, ME
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Getting a Car Fixed in South Portland
Independent shops in Maine usually charge $90 to $130 an hour for labor, which is below the national average. A quote is the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts. At Maine rates, an alternator replacement runs about $270 to $775 and a coolant flush runs about $90 to $205 for a midsize car.
5 businesses in South Portland have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 5 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 54 or more reviews. A shop with a long history and a 4.6 is a safer call than a perfect 5.0 from a handful of people.
Maine requires a safety inspection once a year for registered vehicles at licensed dealers, garages, and service stations. Vehicles registered in Cumberland County also need a yearly enhanced inspection that tests the gas cap and, on 1996 and newer models, the onboard diagnostic system. Details are on the Maine State Police site. A customer can set a maximum repair price in writing, and the shop cannot go over it without the customer's permission. Customers can inspect and keep replaced parts, except parts that must go back to the maker under warranty. Read the rule.
Owning a Car in South Portland
144Nights a Year at or Below Freezing
48Inches of Rain a Year
69Inches of Snow a Year
17Minute Average Commute
1.58Cars per Household
8%Households With No Car
66%Drive to Work Alone
Lows drop to freezing on about 144 nights a year. Cold is when a weak battery finally fails, because a cold engine takes more power to turn over. South Portland averages 69 inches of snow, and road salt eats brake lines, exhaust and the underside of the car. Rinse the underbody through the winter and have the brake lines looked at whenever the car is up on a lift.
About 48 inches of rain fall in a year. Worn tires lose grip on wet roads well before they look bald, and streaky wipers are a cheap fix worth doing before the wet season, not during it.
The average commute in South Portland is 17 minutes each way, and 66% of workers drive there alone.
Sources, checked October 13, 2026
- Weather: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, station Portland International Jetport
- Households and commutes: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024, South Portland city
Pre-Purchase Inspections in South Portland
Buying a used car in South Portland? PPI Auto, our sister company, sends an inspector to the car for $225 on most cars, pickups and SUVs. That is a 122 point check with a full scan and a road test, and the report comes back the same day. Dealer lot, private seller or auction, it works the same.
There are 56 car lots within 8 miles of South Portland, and 31 of them sell used. PPI Auto grades 41 of them A to F from their reviews, and 2 get an F. See the Portland dealer grades before you go look at a car.
Maine requires inspections, but a passed sticker only means the car met the minimum on that day. It says nothing about the transmission, the frame or a leak that starts next month.
Questions About Auto Repair in South Portland
How many auto repair businesses are there in South Portland?
We list 6 in South Portland, ME. That covers mobile mechanics, workshops, diesel and heavy duty specialists, body shops and tire shops. Every one has its own page with the phone number, what they work on and the reviews we have found.
Who is the best rated mechanic in South Portland?
Northeast Imports currently holds the highest rating in South Portland at 5.0 stars from 31 reviews. Northeast Imports, Kimball's Garage Inc, Duval's Service Center are the top three by rating among businesses with a real review history behind them. We rank on the ratings themselves and nobody can pay to appear there.
How much do mechanics charge per hour in South Portland?
Independent shops in Maine usually bill $90 to $130 an hour for labor. The national range is $95 to $140. Dealers charge more. Most quotes are the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts, so ask the shop how many hours it is billing you for.
Does Maine require a car inspection?
Maine requires a safety inspection once a year for registered vehicles at licensed dealers, garages, and service stations. Vehicles registered in Cumberland County also need a yearly enhanced inspection that tests the gas cap and, on 1996 and newer models, the onboard diagnostic system.
How do I know a shop in South Portland is trustworthy?
Look at the review count as well as the stars, because five stars from four people tells you very little. None of the 6 listings in South Portland has been claimed yet, so call to confirm hours and what the shop works on. A customer can set a maximum repair price in writing, and the shop cannot go over it without the customer's permission. Customers can inspect and keep replaced parts, except parts that must go back to the maker under warranty. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.
How does winter in South Portland affect my car?
South Portland gets about 144 nights a year at or below freezing and 69 inches of snow. Cold exposes a weak battery, and salted roads rust brake lines and exhaust parts. Test the battery in the fall and rinse the underbody in winter.
Can I get a pre-purchase inspection in South Portland?
Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in South Portland for $225 on most cars, pickups and SUVs. The inspector comes to the car, runs a 122 point check and sends the report the same day. Call 951-267-8500 to book.
Mechanics in Nearby Cities
No luck in South Portland? A mobile mechanic from the next town over will often make the trip. See all 57 cities in Maine.
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Typical independent shop prices at Maine labor rates, parts and labor, for a midsize car. Each guide shows the price for your vehicle and what to ask before you pay. See all 91 repair cost guides.
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