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Claim This BusinessLunsford Auto Repair has served La Porte and surrounding communities for over two decades as a locally owned full-service automotive repair facility. The shop operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5 PM, earning a 4.5-star average from 41 customer reviews. Owner Russell Lunsford handles repairs personally, building long-term relationships with drivers across the Bay Area including Pasadena, Deer Park, and Channelview.
What distinguishes this shop from neighboring chain garages is Russell's transparent approach to diagnostics and pricing. Multiple five-star reviews specifically praise his honesty, "he didn't charge them a dime" for a second opinion, wrote one customer. He provides upfront estimates before authorizing work, a practice several reviewers highlighted after experiences at other shops where surprise charges appeared on final bills.
Customers repeatedly mention specific technicians by name. Rudy Lopez credited Russell directly for fixing an issue correctly on the first attempt, while Jared Caviness appreciated straightforward communication about an AC replacement on his 2018 F150. Steve Gizzi summed up his experience: Russell 'will not only provide professional service, but is honest. Give him a shot.'
6 of 8 published reviews award five stars, with customers consistently mentioning Russell by name and praising his diagnostic accuracy. Both one-star reviews cite communication issues, one felt quoted repairs without approval, the other reported a diagnostic discrepancy between initial sensor assessment and subsequent motor diagnosis.
| SundayToday | Closed |
| Monday | 7:30 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
Computerized engine checks, check engine light diagnosis, and major engine component service.
Brake pad replacement, rotor resurfacing, and hydraulic brake system repairs.
Complete climate control repair including refrigerant service and component replacement.
CV axle replacements, transmission service, and differential repairs.
Shocks, struts, tie rods, and full suspension system inspections and repairs.
Battery service, alternator testing, starter repair, and wiring diagnostics.
Oil changes, multi-point inspections, and factory-recommended scheduled service.