Dunnellon Auto Repair

30 years ago, before Kelly’s Auto Repair & Service moved to its permanent location on Dunnellon Rd., owner Kelly Michel operated his automotive repair shop at a location on Lockport Lane and then in Romeo as he and his family built the shop at its current location on Dunnellon Rd. When Michel arrived in Dunnellon from Miami with his wife Amy and young family in the 90s, he was no stranger to being a mechanic. He started working in his dad Roy’s shop in Miami when he was just 16 years old. While it was not Kelly Michel’s original plan to follow in his father’s, after a year studying music in college, he had changed his mind. Except he was certain he did not want to live in Miami anymore. Michel’s goal after relocating to the Dunnellon area was to have his own shop within five years. Michel bought the lot on Dunnellon Road in 1997. With his dad and family and friends, Michel worked nights and weekends building the shop. “It took eight months fr ... read more

Getting your car fixed shouldn't mean rearranging your whole day. Between work, family, and everything else on your plate, the last thing you need is to sit in a waiting room for hours or play phone tag trying to get an update on your vehicle. That's why, alongside the honest, knowledgeable service Kelly's has been known for in Dunnellon for over 30 years, we've built our shop around making the experience just as easy as the repair itself. Here's what that looks like. See exactly what we see — Digital Vehicle Inspections You shouldn't have to just take our word for it when we tell you something needs attention. With our digital vehicle inspections, we send you real photos and notes straight from the bay, so you can see the worn brake pad or the leaking hose for yourself before you ever agree to a repair. No guessing, no pressure — just a clear picture of what's going on with your car, sent right to your phone. Pay from wherever you are &mdash ... read more

How to replace the battery in your key fob    Replacing the battery in your key fob is a straightforward process   that can be done in just a few simple steps.     First, start by identifying the slot or seam on your key fob where it opens. You may have to remove the key to find this. Use a small screwdriver or coin to gently pry it open (you wouldn't want to break a fingernail).   Next, carefully remove the old battery and replace it with a new one, making sure it's in the correct position.   Then, close the key fob by aligning the two halves and pressing firmly until they click into place.   Finally, test the key fob to ensure the new battery is working properly. With these easy steps, you'll have your key fob operating like new again in no time!     If all else fails, call us at 352-489-2014 or bring it to Kelly’s Auto Repair & Service, Inc. ... read more

My name is Kelly Michel and I’ve owned and operated Kelly’s Auto Repair and Service for over 25 years. I’ve been maintaining and repairing cars for almost 43 years. For this reason I am a huge proponent of vehicle maintenance. It’s no secret that a vehicle purchase is a huge investment. Some vehicles can cost more than a home. To protect that investment proper vehicle maintenance saves you money on expensive repairs, prevents inconvenient breakdowns and makes your vehicle safer. While the vehicle itself has evolved over the last few decades the mechanical workings of your vehicle are basically the same. Your engine, transmission, brakes, cooling system, power steering, differentials and air conditioning still operate with the same types of fluids they always have. The difference is that these components are now more complex and way more expensive. That is why maintaining these components is even more critical today. In recent years car manufacturers have been ... read more