Athens, TX · Mike Loercher
Honest repair for domestic & Asian cars in Athens, TX.
Small local auto repair shop in Athens, TX. Straight answers, fair prices, and a phone call before any work goes past what we agreed on.
Call or text Mike's mobile, the fastest way to reach him.
Open
Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM – 4 PM
Closed weekends
Diagnostics
$60 base fee
We call you before going further
Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Flat, ground-level entrance
Around the shop
Auto repair services in Athens, TX
General repair and maintenance for the cars and trucks Athens drives every day.
Oil & lube
Routine maintenance to keep things running right.
Diagnostics
Check engine light on? We find out why before we fix anything.
Brakes
Inspection, pads, rotors, and the rest of the system.
Suspension
Smooth out a rough, loose or noisy ride.
Exhaust
Custom pipe bending and catalytic converters, done in-house.
Electrical
Wiring faults, power windows, electric parking brakes.
Fuel systems
Hard starts, poor mileage, stalling.
A/C & cooling
Air conditioning, radiators, water pumps, hoses.
Engine & drive
Ignition, belts, timing, power steering pumps.
Turbos and superchargers on occasion, but they're not our focus. Not sure we do what you need? Call or text us to confirm.
We know cars, and work on almost everything
We keep our focus tight so we do it well. Here's what's in and out.
Yes — bring it in
- Domestic: Ford, Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Cadillac, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Lincoln
- Asian: Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Subaru, Mitsubishi, Suzuki, Lexus, Acura, Infiniti
- Cars, trucks and SUVs, from daily drivers to work trucks
- Fiat (the one European exception)
- Classic cars welcome, though it's not a specialty
- Not sure about yours? Call or text Mike.
Sorry — we can't help with
- BMW, VW, Mini, Mercedes, Range Rover
- Diesels, hybrids and EVs
- Tires, alignment and airbags
Pricing & payment
How you can pay
- Cash
- Card, including Visa, MasterCard and Discover (4% card surcharge)
- Apple Pay / tap to pay
- No American Express
- No personal checks
Questions people ask
Where is Check Auto Repair in Athens, TX?
We're at 319 N Prairieville St, Athens, TX 75751. Shop hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4 PM, and the entrance is flat and wheelchair accessible.
Do you charge to diagnose?
Yes. Diagnostics start at $60. If the car has to be taken apart to find the problem, it can cost more, and we call you before going ahead.
How much to fix my car?
It depends on what we find. Once we know what's wrong, we'll give you a real number before any repair work starts.
What kinds of cars do you work on?
Domestic and Asian cars, trucks and SUVs, plus Fiat. We don't work on other European makes (BMW, Volkswagen, Mini, Mercedes, Range Rover), or on diesels, hybrids and EVs.
What jobs don't you do?
No tire mounting, balancing or alignment, airbags or ADAS calibration, convertible tops, sunroof or moonroof repair, windshields, stereos or amplifiers, upholstery, or fleet vehicle inspections. For transmissions, we replace them rather than rebuild them. Not sure? Call or text Mike to confirm.
Do you work on classic cars?
Yes, if you bring one in. It isn't our specialty, so call or text first and talk it over with Mike.
Do you do exhaust work?
Yes. We bend pipe in-house and handle mufflers and catalytic converters.
Can you work on turbos or superchargers?
Occasionally, but it's not a focus. Call or text Mike to see if he can take your job.
How can I pay?
Cash or card (Visa, MasterCard and Discover, with a 4% card surcharge). Apple Pay and tap to pay work too. We don't take American Express or personal checks.
Is the shop wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The entrance is flat and at ground level.
What's the best way to reach Mike?
Call or text his mobile at 903-288-0068. Shop hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4 PM.
Call or text Mike
Mike takes calls and texts on his mobile, and it's the fastest way to reach him.
903-288-0068Hours & location
Auto repair in Athens, TX.
| Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM – 4 PM |
| Saturday – Sunday | Closed |
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Wheelchair accessible with a flat, ground-level entrance.
