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Dauntless Transmissions

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8809 Gulf Ct (at Westgate Road)
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Raleigh, NC 27617

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Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
Dauntless Transmissions - Raleigh, NC
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Best

I decided to take my truck to DT because its great reviews.Gil and his staff not only did a great job with the transmission of my F150 but also treated me as familly. So as a toke...

Worst

This mechanic came highly recommended, but when I called, Max treated me liked I wanted some kind of free ride. He said he would be upfront with me, but if I wanted him to help me...

Simply the BEST! :-) :-) 3/20/2010

Dauntless is an Awesome Operation. I've seen them described as a diamond in-the-rough, they are simply the BEST. As the father of 3 college kids, Max and Gil have kept My car and my "fleet" of kid-cars operating safely and dependably for years. God Bless Them every day.\r \r Their diagnostics are on-point, they conscientiously analyze problems and fix them at their root cause. Before Dauntless, previous experiences with other groups and car dealers had soured me by diagnosing and "fixing" symptoms instead of problems. I felt like I was spending good money after bad. \r \r Gil and Max dove in and SOLVED my problems and brought my car to my driveway the next day. They are the best. Max & Gil even took the time on a Saturday to explain to my (then) 17-yr-old daughter how her truck worked and what the source of her mysterious "noise" was all about. \r \r So, we will be returning whenever we need help or advice. They are great people and very honest. more
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Absolutely Amazing! 3/19/2010

Max and Gill are the most honest and the best Mechanics I have ever had the pleasure of having fix my vehicles. I say vehicles because i have have used them to fix many over the past 15 years. I have never received anything but exemplary service at at extremely reasonable price. Max is very confident in his ability and backs up his work with service that is unheard of and is ready and willing to explain anything and everything to his customers. I have had 2 transmissions rebuilt by them and Max is diligent in his requests that I bring them back to him for the maintenance. (As If i would take them elsewhere) I literally would recommend Dauntless to someone if my life depended on it, because my life does depend on their work. I drive to work every day with one of their rebuilt transmissions. I am positive that they are the best transmission shop in Raleigh not one of the best but the absolute best. I will back that up with my phone number 919-306-6356 I dont work for them or get more
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Heaven Sent! 3/13/2010

Being a young woman I wanted to take my car to a mechanic who walked in integrity. I did ALOT of online searching and praying that I was making a good choice. I even took my car to a reputable shop before finding Dauntless. Still feeling uneasy about the other company, I continued to search. I stumbled upon Dauntless and I couldn't be more happier. I called and explained the issues that I was having with my car and Gil told me exactly what it was on the phone and I knew then that he KNOWS his stuff! I dropped my car off the next day where Gil and Max performed a test drive and diagnostic testing. I was informed the entire process and was given a quote for everything. I proceeded with having my car repaired and once my transmission was torn down they had a better picture of the problem. Gil called me and informed me of how much more it would be. He offered me several options that I could go with the repairing of my car. Being an informed consumer I called around and sure enough was told the same things. I gave him permission to proceed and when my car was ready he offered to bring it to my home! I can honestly say that eventhough I had an unexpected costly repair to my car, I feel confident about my choice. I have a warranty on the labor and parts. I also have peace of mind knowing that Gil and Max are men who stand by their work. I'm a customer for life now! Pros: Honest, Friendly, and Informative! more
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Long time Dauntless Fan! 3/12/2010

Gil and Max at Dauntless Transmissions are the best. I found them over 10 years ago when a mechanic at another shop called Gil for help on diagnosing my problem. They have worked on all my cars since then and eliminated one of life’s stressors – finding a professional and trusted mechanic. I have only bought used cars since having Dauntless on my team. All the repair options available are provided with the estimated costs and trade offs including “if this was my car” recommendation. Many times their recommendation has been to put off the work because it is minor with no risk and will be cheaper to do when combined with another service in the future. They are cost effective and will never do any unnecessary work. Dauntless did another on schedule / on estimate job yesterday on our 2001 Tahoe brakes and dropped it off at our house. They have done from oil changes to transmissions and everything in between for me, including pre purchase inspections and checking the cars prior to kids taking off to college. Their personal service, professionalism and mechanical knowledge are tops. We have excellent, trusted mechanics in Gil and Max. Pros: Personal service, professionalism and mechanical knowledge Cons: Can't think of any more
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Gracious & knowledgeable service ... near Rdu airport 3/11/2010

I'm from out of town and was stranded at the Hilton Garden Hotel, next to Rdu Airport, with transmission damage from previous night. I was referred to Dauntless Transmissions by a Hilton employee, who'd received great service there. I found the owner, Gil Gutierrez and his son Max, not only extremely knowledgeable, but extradinarily accommodating. They came out & arranged to get my car to their shop without necessity of towing, explained everything, did test drive to assure repairs done properly and provided a price considerably less than originally guesstimated. It was a great experience and I wouldn't take my car anywhere else if I lived in Raleigh area. Gil even called later to assure I made my return trip safely. Pros: Extremely knowledgeable and accommodating service Cons: none more
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Go to Dauntless if you want the best 3/9/2010

I have been taking my cars to Dauntless Transmissions for years. Gil and Max are the only two mechanics I trust with my vehicles standard maintenance and major repairs. Each time the job is done right, on time and for a great price. They provide detailed explanations of the problem, what it will take to fix it and always deliver. Pros: Phenomenal service, trustworthy, Reliable more
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Called the best, but got the rest. 3/8/2010

This mechanic came highly recommended, but when I called, Max treated me liked I wanted some kind of free ride. He said he would be upfront with me, but if I wanted him to help me that I would have to invest a great deal in this vehicle. Not "might" have to invest a lot of money but "would" because he was convinced that I had internal damage to the transmission even though I knew better. I know enough about cars to know what was wrong with it. He wouldn't listen to what I had to say, He must get a lot of calls from people thinking he will perform some free labor, because he actually accused me for wanting a free tow. I know a tow cost money! All in all, I don't know if he is just a cocky jerk, or if he actually has people try to pull one over on him, but I was treated like scum, so I will be towing my vehicle elsewhere. Pros: Expensive (A pro if you get what you pay for) Cons: Poor customer service! more
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Bring your car here!! 3/8/2010

I was stuck on the side of the road and I called them up for help. They came out to look at my car free of charge. After doing a few tests, it was determined that they could repair it. Not only did they repair my car in 24 hrs, they they offered to take me home and pick me up. I am very happy with their service!! more
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Honest, trustworthy, reliable, efficient..... 2/24/2010

I've known Gill and Max for alot of years now - he's the only mechanic I will go to. I can always count on them to be completely honest with me and give me a straight answer. They have done all kinds of work on my cars, advised me on purchasing new cars, and told me when something could or couldn't be fixed. He always does what he says he's gonna do and he will even give you a ride or pick you up if you need it. They have done body work, brakes, transmissions, and whatever your car needs - if he can't, he'll tell you and tell you where to get it done. If I could adopt them and make them family I would! Now my kids always know who to turn to when they need a car problem fixed or an automotive question answered! Pros: can do everything Cons: doesn't serve latte and biscotti more
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Honest Assessment, Best mechanics 2/16/2010

I feel so fortunate to have found Gil and his son at Dauntless Transmissions. Their customer service and honestly makes it easy to know where to bring your vehicle. As another user said...I'll never take my car to a dealership or car repair chain again!!! Pros: customer service, honesty, quality of service, knowledgeable Cons: None more
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Thank You 2/10/2010

My thanks to Gill and Max at Dauntless Transmissions for taking care of our vehicles over the past several years. On more than one occasion you have diagnosed and repaired various transmissions for us over the years at a considerable savings to what other shops are requesting for their services. Your team has rebuilt two transmissions for us, as well as rebuilding transmissions for a colleague and an out of town relative. You also rebuilt the entire front end of my sons truck after his accident, saving us more than $1,000 in repairs based on the insurance estimates. \r \r We appreciate your good work ethics, honesty and integrity. Taking my car to the shop for a repair is not on my list of favorite things to do. It’s difficult to find a good mechanic – one that provides you with a sense of confidence. I don’t have to worry about you or your team taking advantage of me, my wife or my kids when we bring our vehicles to you for service.\r \r Thanks for being there for us and for more
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excellent mechanics 1/13/2010

Best and most comprehensive team I've ever been to, hands down. A real blessing to have them around. Pros: excellent mechanics: fair, comprehensive, professional Cons: no drawbacks more
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Honest Assessment, Dauntless is the place to go!!! 12/9/2009

I've known Gil Gutierrez at Dauntless Transmissions since 1991. I was referred to him by another auto shop because my transmission was slipping. Gil assessed the problem and told me that my transmission needed to be rebuilt. He quoted one price but once he got into the job he quoted me a lower price because there were some parts that could still be used. Gil has been my mechanic since then. He always gives you options and will not charge you for items or services you don't need. He will also take the time to drop you off at work and deliver your vehicle to you. Gil has passed his ethics on to his son Max as well, something that is rare these days. For those reasons not only do I consider Gil an excellent mechanic but an honest and dear friend. I highly recommend Dauntless Transmissions for your automotive needs. Sincerely, Mitchell Lewis Pros: Takes the time to troubleshoot all possibilities Cons: Wish more people knew about his services more
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Poor diagnostics - don't get taken for a ride! 11/9/2009

I was having transmission problems and was looking for a good shop to take my truck into. After reading the nothing but positive reviews on Dauntless I figured I couldn't go wrong. I was wrong. I called and spoke to Gil and described the symptoms. On the phone Gil was helpful in setting up an appointment for the following day and giving me some homework in anticipation of diagnosing the problem properly. I show up at the appointed time with my homework complete and the first words after the pleasantries were that I was looking at a repair upwards of $2000. Bear in mind that at this point he hadn't even driven the subject vehicle. Once I convinced him that the truck was not exhibiting the symptoms he was convinced existed we finally got out out to the vehicle where he hooked up the OBD-II and pulled the codes. The first code was dealing with the shift 1-2 solenoid. Gil immediately pontificated that there was no shift 1-2 solenoid, I should have left immediately because there is. I press more
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Go to Dauntless, they'll take care of you!!! 9/10/2009

Now that I've gone to Dauntless, I won't ever go to another mechanic AGAIN, let alone a dealer. I'm spoiled now that I've met Gill and Max. I can't believe it -- there are still honest, good people who take pride in their work! And Gill and Max live by their word. I'm a single woman with very few car smarts, pretty wary of taking my car anywhere. Dauntless did NOT give me a runaround, insult my intelligence or take me to the cleaners, like my dealer did time and time again. Gill and Max kept me informed every step of the way, consulting me as they went, and showed respect, consideration and kindness to me through the whole process. They were honest about what the car needed, what they could do, and how they could fix it--we made the decisions together and I'm so happy I could burst. They went out of their way to take care of me, like I was an old friend, and got my baby back on the road. I'm a customer FOR LIFE. more
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probably the best mechanic ever. 8/27/2009

i had taken my nissan altima to another mechanic several times to get the ac fixed... finally i took it to gil, who in less than an hour had it figured out... not only that, he went out of his way to help me get a replacement part at a good price for the OTHER mechanic who had dropped the ball with my car to put in. he was unbelievably helpful, friendly, everything a mechanic should be!! obviously i will skip the other guy and go straight to gil in the future!!! Pros: helpful, friendly, extremely knowledgeable Cons: none more
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Simply the BEST 8/25/2009

Gil, Max and the team are Incredible. They Listen ... They Care ... They Perform ... They Deliver My family is truly blessed to have been referred to Daultless for a repair some 5 years ago. Our aging "fleet" of cars will challenge the best on a normal day, but Gil and Max have been there any and every time we have called. 91-Ranger, 92-Subaru SVX, 93-F150, 98-Ranger, 00-Grand Caravan & 05-Xterra ... that's our collection, plus the wheels of extended family and friends. We are ALWAYS treated with respect, Never up-sold on frivolous options... We Love These Guys ... Its just that Simple. Oh Yea: ... They LOVE the 'Canes !!! ... now how can you beat that?? Trust and Confidence in a Positive Outcome is the #1 reason to take your baby to Dauntless. Pros: Honest, Professional, Personable, Exceptionally Knowledgable Cons: none more
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Dauntless Transmissions is an excellent shop 8/5/2009

I recently took my 2003 Lincoln LS into Dauntless Transmission after receiving a significantly higher quote to fix my transmission (slipping ,jerking between 20-45 mph) from another transmission specialist . Gil and his son Max did excellent work and their quote was more than reasonable .When I left that shop I knew that these two individuals do quality work and can be TRUSTED to do the right thing for the right price. Going to get work done on a car has always been like getting a root canal ,but this has been one pleasurable experience . My faith in these two is that if they say it needs something then it is needed.Big fans of Dauntless Transmission and Big fans of Gil and Max. Thanks for everything.\r P.S.I went online to fine out where else to go and after reading the reviews this was the reason we decided to check them out and we are glad we did .They are experts in transmissions but they are experts in pretty much everything else car related. more
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Knowledgable and Honest 7/10/2009

We are so glad we stumbled upon Gill here on citysearch. He is always around when we need him. The best part about Gill is that we know we can trust him. He always does what he, in his expert opinion, thinks is the most beneficial and cost effective thing for our cars. He takes time to explain exactly what he did and explains exactly what we are paying for. We would recommend Gill to anyone and everyone who needs work on their car! Pros: Timely and Expert more
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Bring Your Vehicle Here First 4/14/2009

As someone new to the area, I'm SO happy to have found Gil and his team at Dauntless Transmissions. They are men of integrity who will tell you the truth even if it costs them money. Regardless of whether you need $60 of work or $6,000 of work, their attention and customer service is amazing. I've never met people who can diagnose a vehicle's problem faster and with more accuracy. The folks at Dauntless prescribe exactly what you need... and nothing more. I'll never take my car to a dealership or car repair chain again. Pros: customer service, honesty, quality of service, knowledgeable Cons: none more
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Dauntless Transmissions

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  • Dauntless Transmission is locally owned and operated and ready to service all your automotive needs. We specialize in transmissions but we also offer tune-ups, major and minor engine repairs, compute

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  • Services all makes and models; tune-ups, transmissions, computer diagnostics, electrical systems, air conditioning, brakes and more.

  • 6/28/2005 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-12am
  • Payments: Visa, Master Card
  • Neighborhoods: Umstead
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