Welcome to Pete's Auto Repair Inc.,
your car service in Appleton, WI!
If you’re looking for auto repair in Appleton, WI, you’ve found us. Here at Pete's Auto Repair Inc. we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a Appleton car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Here at Pete's Auto Repair Inc. we understand what makes customer service truly outstanding. You will feel the difference exceptional customer care makes when you work with us. We know auto repair in Appleton offers you lots of choices, and we aim to provide the kind of caring customer service that will bring you back.
Our professional automotive service offers you years of combined expertise from our well-trained technicians. We treat our auto repair professionals well because we value their skill and can-do attitude. We know our team sets us apart, saving you time and money, not to mention worry. When it comes to auto repair in Appleton, we are totally confident that Pete's Auto Repair Inc. is the best option in town!
You can also find us anytime on Facebook.
Address
Pete's Auto Repair Inc.
2006 N Meade St
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 734-7630
Shop Hours
Mon-Thu: 7:30am-5:30pm
Friday: 7:30am-5pm
Saturday: By Appointment
Sunday: Closed
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Financing
At Pete’s Auto Repair and Sales, we offer the AutoPass credit card.
As an AutoPass credit cardholder, you have a dedicated line of credit for your car, plus these exclusive benefits:
Deferred interest if paid in full within 6 months*
$149 Minimum purchase required. Interest will be charged to your account from the purchase date if the purchase balance is not paid in full within 6 months or if you make a late payment.
*MINIMUM MONTHLY PAYMENTS REQUIRED. APR: 28.8%. Minimum Finance Charge: $2.00. Terms subject to change.
- No annual fee
- Promotional financing
- Low monthly payments
Apply today! CFNA is the bank behind your automotive credit card.
About Pete's Auto Repair Inc. Appleton, WI
There was a time, before the big automotive service chains and their slick ad campaigns when a person with a car problem could take it to the local neighborhood service station, where he or she would talk personally with the mechanic and a fair price was the norm, not the exception. Pete’s Auto Repair and Sales is still such a place, where you’ll find old-fashioned values nurtured by someone who had built his reputation over 30 years in the business. Today, our team provides complete automotive services for domestic and foreign vehicles.
- Brake repair
- A/C service
- Battery replacement
- Cooling system service
- Exhaust system repair
- Oil change
We also serve as a local Michelin tire dealer. We’re open Monday through Friday 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM and Saturday by appointment. You can also find us anytime on Facebook and share a review of your experience on our Google page.
About Pete’s Auto Repair And Sales
If you’re a longtime Appleton area resident, you might remember Jerry’s Service from the 1950s. At age 18, Pete Berken started working for Jerry to learn the business. In 1989, the shop’s name was officially changed to Pete’s Auto Repair and Sales. During his many years in the automotive service industry, Pete created a trustworthy shop atmosphere. Bob Fuller started working with Pete as the Service Manager in 2005, and co-owner in 2011-2014. When Pete retired in January 2015, Bob took over the role as sole owner, and the torch was passed once again. The transition was seamless due to our consistent team of service writers and technicians, and the strong vision of leadership.
A Tradition Of Excellence
Pete’s Auto Repair is known for its history of delivering honest, dependable, and quality service. We don’t believe in sales gimmicks, misleading advertising, or over-selling unnecessary work on vehicles. Our goal is to deliver what you need when you need it. We want to make sure all of your questions are answered, and you are very satisfied with the experience. Our customers are our best advertising! Nothing makes us happier than working with second, third, or even fourth-generation family members who have trusted us for years and years. We ARE the family-owned shop that will take great care of you and your vehicles! THANK YOU to all of our customers who support and believe in us, voting us “Best of the Valley” for many years!!
Won Best of the Valley 11 years!
The Absolute Best Car Service in Appleton, WI
What sets Pete's Auto Repair Inc. apart from all of the others in Appleton, WI?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Appleton, WI, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At Pete's Auto Repair Inc., you can rest easy knowing that our highly-skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to the Appleton auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Appleton, WI, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
Mileage187,686Service Date3/6/2024Services Performed- Lube_X_Oil_X_Filter_X_ & Vehicle Inspection FLUIDS: Brake_X_Trans_X_Coolant Temp.__-35___ Steering_X_Diff_X_&Lube Doors_X_Washer_X_ CHECKS: Tire Press.__35__Wear_LF_565_ RF _575_ LR _777_ RR_777_ Spare Pressure_usd_ Light_X_Horn_X_Wipers_X_Belts_X_Hoses_X_ Shocks_X_Exhaust_X_AirFilter_X_Cabin filter_X_ Battery__10.0__Reset maint. reminder light_X_ Check Front Suspension: Ball Joints __ok__ Tie Rods __ok__ Sway Bar Links __ok__ **TEST DRIVE AND RECHECK** Oil Level_X_Filter for leaks_X_Sticker_X_ Techs signature__________________
- check and found battery is ok, starter draw is very high, recommend replacing starter
- remove and replace starter assembly, test drive
Tom & Judy V. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/8/20242011 Dodge Grand Caravan
Mileage141,806Service Date3/7/2024Services Performed- RR shock is bad, recommend start with shocks
- Check Brakes: Front ___8mm______ Rear ____9mm_____ Tread Depth: LF__988___RF__989___LR___777__RR__676___ Air Pressure Set to: __35___PSI Front Suspension: Ball Joints __ok___ Tie Rods _ok____ Front Links ___ok__ Bushings __ok____ Left Front Coil Spring __ok__ Right Front Coil Spring __ok___ Shocks/Struts __ok__ Rear Suspension: Links __ok___ Bushings __ok___ Left Rear Coil/Leaf Spring __ok___ Right Rear Coil/Leaf Spring __ok___ Shocks/Struts ___worn, noisy__ Torque Wheels to:__100___ft lbs before ______intl. Torque Wheels to:__100___ft lbs after _____intl.
- oil filter housing is leaking, recommend replacing
- SHOCK &/OR STRUT ASSEMBLY – Remove & Install or Remove & Replace – Both Sides – [DOES NOT include disassemble or alignment (where applicable).]
- remove and replace oil filter housing assembly, refill and bleed cooling system, clean off leaked out oil, change engine oil, test drive
- Lube_X_Oil_X_Filter_X_ & Vehicle Inspection FLUIDS: Brake_X_Trans_X_Coolant Temp.__-35___ Steering_X_Diff_X_&Lube Doors_X_Washer_X_ CHECKS: Tire Press.__35__Wear_LF_988_ RF _989_ LR _777_ RR_676_ Spare Pressure_usd_ Light_X_Horn_X_Wipers_X_Belts_X_Hoses_X_ Shocks_X_Exhaust_X_AirFilter_X_Cabin filter_X_ Battery__10.3__Reset maint. reminder light_X_ Check Front Suspension: Ball Joints __ok__ Tie Rods ___ok_ Sway Bar Links __ok__ **TEST DRIVE AND RECHECK** Oil Level_X_Filter for leaks_X_Sticker_X_ Techs signature__________________
Ken & Shirley K. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/7/20242014 Toyota Venza
Mileage96,890Service Date2/26/2024Services Performed- "Lube__x___Oil__x___Filter_x___ & Vehicle Inspection FLUIDS: Brake_x__Trans_x__Coolant Temp.__-35___ Steering_x__Diff_x__&Lube Doors_x__Washer_x___ CHECKS: Tire Press.__35__Tire Wear LF__101010__ RF__101010__ LR__101010__ RR__101010__ Spare Pressure ___ Light_x__Horn_x__ Wipers_x__Belts_x__Hoses__x__ Shocks_x__Exhaust_x__AirFilter_x__Cabin filter_x___ Battery_10.0___Reset maint. reminder light___x__ Check Front Suspension: Ball Joints __ok__ Tie Rods __ok__ Sway Bar Links __ok__ **TEST DRIVE AND RECHECK** Oil Level___x___Filter for leaks__x___Sticker_x__ Techs signature__________________"
- Replace wiper blades (good ones)
Tod S. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/26/20242008 Kia Optima
Mileage130,669Service Date2/19/2024Services Performed- Found bead leaking in 2 areas. Dismounted tire, cleaned wheel, applied bead sealer, and remounted and balanced tire.
April A. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/22/20242021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Mileage40,020Service Date2/6/2024Services Performed- "Lube__x___Oil__x___Filter_x___ & Vehicle Inspection FLUIDS: Brake_x__Trans_x__Coolant Temp.__-35___ Steering_x__Diff_x__&Lube Doors_x__Washer_x___ CHECKS: Tire Press.__35__Tire Wear LF__888__ RF__888__ LR__888__ RR__888__ Spare Pressure ___ Light_x__Horn_x__ Wipers_x__Belts_x__Hoses__x__ Shocks_x__Exhaust_x__AirFilter_x__Cabin filter_x___ Battery_10.2___Reset maint. reminder light___x__ Check Front Suspension: Ball Joints __ok__ Tie Rods _ok___ Sway Bar Links __ok__ **TEST DRIVE AND RECHECK** Oil Level___x___Filter for leaks__x___Sticker_x__ Techs signature__________________"
Jody A. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/17/20242014 Ford Escape
Mileage107,477Service Date2/5/2024Services Performed- Air Pressure Set to: ___35__PSI Front Suspension: Ball Joints ___ok__ Tie Rods __ok___ Front Links __ok___ Bushings ___ok___ Left Front Coil Spring __ok__ Right Front Coil Spring __ok___ Shocks/Struts ___ok_ Rear Suspension: Links ___ok__ Bushings __ok___ Left Rear Coil/Leaf Spring __ok___ Right Rear Coil/Leaf Spring __ok___ Shocks/Struts __ok___ Torque Wheels to:__100___ft lbs before ______intl. Torque Wheels to:__100___ft lbs after _____intl.
- remove and replace both front sway bar links, test drive
- remove and replace right front wheel bearing, press in new hub and bearing, replaced wheel speed sensor, test drive and is quiet
Debbie S. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/7/20242015 Chevrolet Equinox
Mileage193,330Service Date2/1/2024Services Performed- check and found PCV froze and caused the rear main seal failure, needs updated PCV (part of valve cover, recommend hose also)
- remove and replace valve cover assembly, pcv hose and rear main seal, performed TSB on intake port, replaced exhaust manifold during repair, refill and bleed cooling system, change engine oil and filter after driving started to make noise, found intake not breathing properly, replaced intake, test drive
- Lube_X_Oil_X_Filter_X_ & Vehicle Inspection FLUIDS: Brake_X_Trans_X_Coolant Temp.___-35__ Steering_X_Diff_X_&Lube Doors_X_Washer_X_ CHECKS: Tire Press.__35__Wear_LF_999_ RF _999_ LR _999_ RR_999_ Spare Pressure_usd_ Light_X_Horn_X_Wipers_X_Belts_X_Hoses_X_ Shocks_X_Exhaust_X_AirFilter_X_Cabin filter_X_ Battery__9.9__Reset maint. reminder light_X_ Check Front Suspension: Ball Joints __ok__ Tie Rods __ok__ Sway Bar Links __ok__ **TEST DRIVE AND RECHECK** Oil Level_X_Filter for leaks_X_Sticker_X_ Techs signature__________________
- need to replace resonator/intermediate pipe, also found the manifold is cracked, recommend replacing during rear main seal labor remove and replace intermediate pipe and center muffler, replaced intermediate pipe hanger, test drive
Rita P. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/1/20242011 Toyota 4Runner
Mileage133,528Service Date1/19/2024Services Performed- "Lube__x___Oil__x___Filter_x___ & Vehicle Inspection FLUIDS: Brake_x__Trans_x__Coolant Temp.__-35___ Steering_x__Diff_x__&Lube Doors_x__Washer_x___ CHECKS: Tire Press.__35__Tire Wear LF__555__ RF__555__ LR__555__ RR__555__ Spare Pressure ___ Light_x__Horn_x__ Wipers_x__Belts_x__Hoses__x__ Shocks_x__Exhaust_x__AirFilter_x__Cabin filter_x___ Battery_10.0___Reset maint. reminder light___x__ Check Front Suspension: Ball Joints _ok___ Tie Rods _ok___ Sway Bar Links __ok__ **TEST DRIVE AND RECHECK** Oil Level___x___Filter for leaks__x___Sticker_x__ Techs signature__________________"
Adam W. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/23/20242008 Toyota Corolla
Mileage255,920Service Date1/11/2024Services Performed- Engine: Spark Plugs _okay__ Wires __na_ Air Filter _clean__ Cabin Filter _clean___ Fuel Filter ___ Check Suspension: Ball Joints __ok_ Tie Rods _ok__ Bushings _ok__ Rear Suspension __ok__ Check Drivetrain Fluids: Transmission _ok__ Differential _na__ Transfer Case _na__
- Check Brakes: Front ____2mm_____ Rear ___1-5mm drum______ Tread Depth: LF_____RF_____LR_____RR_____ Air Pressure Set to: __35___PSI Front Suspension: Ball Joints __ok___ Tie Rods __ok___ Front Links __ok___ Bushings ___ok___ Left Front Coil Spring __ok__ Right Front Coil Spring __ok___ Shocks/Struts _ok___ Rear Suspension: Links __ok___ Bushings __ok___ Left Rear Coil/Leaf Spring ___ok__ Right Rear Coil/Leaf Spring __ok___ Shocks/Struts ___ok__ Torque Wheels to:__100___ft lbs before ______intl. Torque Wheels to:__100___ft lbs after _____intl. Right front wheel bearing is making noise. Exhaust had a bracket that was rattling, removed bracket. Valve cover gasket is seeping
- "Lube__x___Oil__x___Filter_x___ & Vehicle Inspection FLUIDS: Brake_x__Trans_x__Coolant Temp.__-35___ Steering_x__Diff_x__&Lube Doors_x__Washer_x___ CHECKS: Tire Press.__35__Tire Wear LF__999__ RF__999__ LR__101010__ RR__101010__ Spare Pressure ___ Light_x__Horn_x__ Wipers_x__Belts_x__Hoses__x__ Shocks_x__Exhaust_x__AirFilter_x__Cabin filter_x___ Battery_10.0___Reset maint. reminder light___x__ Check Front Suspension: Ball Joints __ok__ Tie Rods __ok__ Sway Bar Links _ok___ **TEST DRIVE AND RECHECK** Oil Level___x___Filter for leaks__x___Sticker_x__ Techs signature__________________"
- Replace front brake pads and rotors. Install front brake shims, clean and lubricate caliper pins and slides, test drive vehicle. Torque to:_100_ft lbs before __intl. Torque to:_100_ft lbs after__intl.
- WHEEL BEARING – Remove & Replace -Right Front
Rachel V. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/16/20242011 Volkswagen Routan
Mileage148,591Service Date12/29/2023Services Performed- "Lube__x___Oil__x___Filter_x___ & Vehicle Inspection FLUIDS: Brake_x__Trans_x__Coolant Temp.__-35___ Steering_x__Diff_x__&Lube Doors_x__Washer_x___ CHECKS: Tire Press.__35__Tire Wear LF__887__ RF__888__ LR__778__ RR__888__ Spare Pressure ___ Light_x__Horn_x__ Wipers_x__Belts_x__Hoses__x__ Shocks_x__Exhaust_x__AirFilter_x__Cabin filter_x___ Battery_10.0___Reset maint. reminder light___x__ Check Front Suspension: Ball Joints __ok__ Tie Rods __ok__ Sway Bar Links __ok__ **TEST DRIVE AND RECHECK** Oil Level___x___Filter for leaks__x___Sticker_x__ Techs signature__________________"
Tod S. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/15/20242010 Chevrolet Malibu
Mileage147,942Service Date1/10/2024Services Performed- Right front wheel bearing was making noise. Replaced wheel bearing and test drove. Noise is now gone
- Both headlights are working today
- WHEEL BEARING – Remove & Replace – Right Front
Will G. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/11/20242012 Toyota Corolla
Mileage208,638Service Date12/29/2023Services Performed- Front end is tight
- 4 Wheel Alignment
- Rotate Tires Based on Recommended Pattern Cross Rotate front to rear, rear to front LF _111111_ RF _111111_ LR _101010_ RR _101110_ Check Brakes: Front ____9-10mm___ Rear ___2-4mm____ Torque to:___100__ft lbs before ______intl. Torque to:__100___ft lbs after _____intl. Right front tire pressure sensor is dead. Right rear has a low battery
Emory Paulette L. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/30/2023