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Turn to Car Doc On The Island for All of Your Auto Repairs & Vehicle Maintenance Needs

Car Doc On The Island is a full-service preventive maintenance and auto repairs center in the Venice, FL 34285 area, specializing in Brakes, Car & Light Truck Care, Domestic Cars & Light Trucks, Electrical Services, Electronic Services, Engine & Transmission, Engine Maintenance, General Services, Heating and Cooling Services, Import Cars & Light Trucks, Miscellaneous Services, Transmission Services and Undercar Services.

Car Doc On The Island was founded by Mike Velickovich in 2000.

Mike graduated Lane Technical High School in Chicago, where he studied auto mechanics. After college, Mike owned a 30 car limousine fleet in a Chicago suburb. It was during those 12 years that his expertise in repairing and maintainig a fleet of limousines really developed. A typical limousine in that area will cover 400 + miles each day. It was imperative that every repair was done correctly and quickly so that the vehicle could go back to work.

In Venice Florida, Mike was a support manager in a Wal Mart Super Center. In the automotive department he met many local residents and earned their trust by providing them with high quality service, control and oversight.

Car Doc On The Island was started as a business that would truly offer exceptional care and quality to the community. Mike promised himself to always provide quality and outstanding service with exceptional integrity, regardless of how large his business grew.

Car Doc On The Island has been providing excellent service and offering outstanding value to neighbors throughout our area. Bring you car in today for a free inspection and see what our No Hassle Guarantee is all about!

Our experts have the knowledge to service and repair even the most challenging auto problems on all makes and models of domestic and import vehicles. We use the latest technology to assess the situation and offer you alternatives. We guarantee all of our work and know you'll be happy with the outcome. Stop in or give us a call at 941-786-1595 to let us know how we can help you!

Working Hours

Monday 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Thursday 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Saturday Closed

Sunday Closed
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Address:
410 Bahama St
Venice, FL 34285

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Monday	8:00AM - 4:30PM
Tuesday	8:00AM - 4:30PM
Wednesday	8:00AM - 4:30PM
Thursday	8:00AM - 4:30PM
Friday	8:00AM - 4:30PM
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

Vehicle Tips

According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect.
Vehicle Tips

The cooling system should be completely flushed and refilled about every 24 months. The level, condition, and concentration of coolant should be checked. (A 50/50 mix of anti-freeze and water is usually recommended.)
Vehicle Tips

Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled. The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a pro.
Vehicle Tips

Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your manual, or more often (every 3,000 miles) if you make frequent short jaunts, extended trips with lots of luggage or tow a trailer.
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Replace other filters (air, fuel, PCV, etc.) as recommended, or more often in dusty conditions. Get engine drivability problems (hard stops, rough idling, stalling, diminished power, etc.) corrected at a good shop.
Vehicle Tips

A dirty windshield causes eye fatigue and can pose a safety hazard. Replace worn blades and get plenty of windshield washer solvent.
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Have your tires rotated about every 5,000 miles. Check tire pressures once a month; let the tires cool down first. Don't forget your spare and be sure your jack is in good condition.
Vehicle Tips

Check your owner's manual to find out what fuel octane rating your car's engine needs then buy it.
Vehicle Tips

Keep your tires inflated to the proper levels. Under-inflated tires make it harder for your car to move down the road, which means your engine uses more fuel to maintain speed.
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Lighten the load. Heavier vehicles use more fuel, so clean out unnecessary weight in the passenger compartment or trunk before you hit the road.
Vehicle Tips

Use the A/C sparingly. The air conditioner puts extra load on the engine forcing more fuel to be used.
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Keep your windows closed. Wide-open windows, especially at highway speeds, increase aerodynamic drag and the result is up to a 10% decrease in fuel economy.
Vehicle Tips

Avoid long idling. If you anticipate being stopped for more than one minute, shut off the car. Contrary to popular belief, restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle.
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Stay within posted speed limits. The faster you drive, the more fuel you use. For example, driving at 65 miles per hour (mph) rather than 55 mph, increases fuel consumption by 20 percent.
Vehicle Tips

Use cruise control. Using cruise control on highway trips can help you maintain a constant speed and, in most cases, reduce your fuel consumption.
Vehicle Tips

Keep your engine tuned. A fouled spark plug or plugged/restricted fuel injector can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30 percent.
Vehicle Tips

Inspect the engine's belts regularly. Look for cracks or missing sections or segments. Worn belts will affect the engine performance.
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Have the fuel filter changed every 10,000 miles to prevent rust, dirt and other impurities from entering the fuel system.
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Change the transmission fluid and filter every 15,000 to 18,000 miles. This will protect the precision-crafted components of the transmission/transaxle.
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Inspect the suspension system regularly. This will extend the life of the vehicle's tires.

What our clients say about us?

Reviews and comments from our satisfied customers

Quality service and quality work, one of the few places I trust to do a job right. This was my third visit and I have nothing to complain about.

Kev, 07/29/2021
Super nice people would recommend them!

Kenny Gibson, 07/25/2021
Anna and Mike super nice . Stacey , she is the girl you talk business with , very knowledgeable about your car, and explains everything to you . You feel no pressure when she details the cost of the fixing of your car ! I will recommend this place with my eyes closed !

Betzaida Diaz, 07/16/2021
It is difficult finding a trustworthy mechanic these days, and I am so glad that I found Car Doc. I have an older Toyota that desperately needed servicing, and my experience was a very positive one. They explained everything that was needed, and provided me with an estimate considerably lower than the Toyota dealership. Service was fast and the staff was incredible. My car has not run this smoothly in years! They even followed-up with me a few days later to see how my car was running. I was very impressed with them and would highly recommend Car Doc to anyone. Thank you for taking such good care of me!

KD R, 07/14/2021
Great service

Conall Hayes, 07/09/2021
So impressed by the mechanics and other staff here. They were able to find what was causing my tire to lose air when no one else could.

Elizabeth Reynolds, 06/28/2021