Mickey's Car Barn

Robert Aquilino _{on Google}

Dec 2nd, 2023

Robert Aquilino NCRS #32465
Car Barn Review
I have been a member of NCRS - a great organization- for over 20 years and have taken a 64 and 58 to Duntov. My current car, a 63 Roadster received Bloomington Gold, NCRS Top Flight and the Triple Diamond in 2021. Its a 97-98% car now that runs and works perfectly. Despite the cars success, I feel I have an obligation to share a very unsettling experience with Mickeys Car Barn.
The unfortunate result of all work done by Mickeys Car Barn was that everything had to be completely re-done by another local restoration shop, including a complete engine/trans rebuild that Car Barn did in-house as well as correcting many operational fixes.
Hours after leaving the shop, I drove the car for about 45 mins to check things out. I encountered numerous issues: oil, transmission and coolant fluid leaks abound, a loud grinding noise while in first and second gear and +200 degrees engine temperatures. I advised Tim Mickey of the issues with documentation; pictures & videos of leaks, grinding etc. He vowed to, make it right and when I followed up a week later, he chose to do nothing. This resulted in a personal loss well over $20 K.
There are many details that I welcome to discuss with anyone, anytime. For example, I learned after the fact that John Walter, the person doing +90% of the work on my car, had never worked on a Corvette before. I have all of the documentation; billing, correspondence, pictures, video demonstrating engine issues, in addition to overcharges and double-triple charges for work that was redone. I was billed for OEM parts where repro parts - cam and lifters were substituted etc. The lack of integrity on how my car was handled, i.e. a $1,200 charge, 14 hours - labor only, to replace existing bumper bolts with the correct head markings, was irresponsible.
Although Tim may be a good NCRS judge & national team leader, based on my experience, he is a disingenuous business man with a very low, say/do ratio. If you are considering using Mickey's Car Barn, think again.

Joe Wright _{on Google}

Apr 6th, 2022

This is my second C3. When I bought it, it ran and drove just fine. Not being much of a mechanic myself, I wanted Mickeys to check it out and make sure all was good, and give it a good tune up. They worked diligently on the car, and when I drove it home, it drove like a whole new car! Seriously, I knew they were good, but I didnt expect them to improve it as much as they did! In addition, Kristen communicated frequently, and kept me in the loop the entire time. These are truly good people, and you wont be disappointed taking your Vette here for service!

A Google User _{on Google}

May 17th, 2021

Fast quality repair on my vette. I want to thank everyone there. It was a pleasant experience. They have a passion for cars that is personal and professional

Curtis ford _{on Google}

Jan 14th, 2021

First time here to get on the "waiting list for service" which speaks volumes! From first introduction to all that work there we felt that our experience here would be exceptional. Looking forward to them helping us to keep our Vette looking & operating at it's peak!

Buck Russell _{on Google}

Nov 24th, 2020

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