Sharp Transmissions & Total Car Care in Kingston New York welcomes you to our auto repair shop website. Each technician at our transmission shop in Kingston is ATRA Certified in automatic transmission repair, manual transmissions, and transfer case repair. They are highly qualified and ready to deliver their expert automotive transmission repair, technical knowledge & skills for any transmission or drivetrain repair need.
Sharp Transmissions & Total Care Car is a full service family-owned and operated auto repair shop in Kingston NY. We are experts in all aspects of vehicle maintenance and repair, from engine oil changes to the most complicated repair tasks. Our experts can diagnose difficult problems the first time, perform the repairs professionally and stand behind the work. Please call us or stop in!
Look around our web site and if you have any questions, don't hesitate to drop by, e-mail or phone us at 845 339 5141. We are here to help you.
Affordable Financing
Sharp Transmissions understands that problems with a vehicle are often unexpected. That is why we try to help our customers by identifying affordable financial solutions to help with the unfortunate cost of repairing a vehicle.
Sharp Transmissions knows a light on a dash that will not go away can be troubling. We invite you to use our online index of dashboard warning lights to help you identify the problem and schedule a free diagnosis today so our technicians can help solve your problem today!
Sharp Transmissions is proud of our troops and happy to be an official drop-off location in the Kingston area for the national non-profit known as Cell Phones for Soldiers. If you have an unwanted cell phone and wish to help we would welcome your participation!
"My husband's 1999 Saturn needed a new transmission. Sharp Transmission was recommended to us by our mechanic, and we thought it couldn't hurt to see what they could do before searching for a new car. Milt was fantastic; calm and reassuring. The estimate for a rebuilt transmission, assuming he could find one, was about half what I thought I would have to pay. The timing was exactly as he predicted and the final price if the transmission matched the estimate. Other issues were discovered once work began, but his communication was excellent and the whole job was completed within the original time frame. I would definitely recommend Sharp Transmission to anyone who needs this type of work done and wants to know the cost will be low and the quality high."
"To the next Sharp Transmissions' customer: I'll cut to the chase. Milt and his crew know what they are doing. They're not parts replacers. They're diagnosticians. Here are some of the services they've performed on my vehicle: 1. Oil changes 2. Heater core service 3. A/C recharge 4. Battery terminal replacement After the vehicle was serviced, I didn't come back until the next service cycle. Once they fix it, it's fixed. Also, if you ask questions, Milt and his team speak Human. They'll patiently describe the problem and outline the solution in simple terms. That's an art in of itself. I moved here from the Midwest a few years ago. When I arrived, I immediately ran into car trouble. Didn't think I could find someone as good as my last guy. I was wrong. In short, you will not find a more knowledgeable, trustworthy, auto repair / maintenance shop in the area. Highly recommendation."
"I'm glad that over the last few years Sharp Transmissions has expanded it's services to include ALL things automotive. They handle all my car care needs - most recently valve cover gasket replacement - expertly, reasonably & always in a timely manner. Highly recommended."
"My 2004 Chevy Impala was shifting hard, but only sporadically. I went to my usual mechanic and he highly recommended Sharp Transmissions. I am reluctant because I know men tend to think women know nothing of cars. I was pleasantly surprised to find that they never spoke to me condescendingly. They didn't try to push anything that wasn't necessary. When I asked if this was a smart decision to replace my tranny, I was assured it was. I was then shown how good of condition my car was and it made sense. I love my car and am very happy on the service they did. They even topped the air in my tires! I highly recommend these guys."
Very impressed by Sharp Transmission. Did great work on my old Honda Odyssey 1999. Offered followup testing and did a thorough and decent job. Communicated well. The mechanics were very knowledgeable and helpful
"Very impressed by Sharp Transmission. Did great work on my old Honda Odyssey 1999. Offered followup testing and did a thorough and decent job. Communicated well. The mechanics were very knowledgeable and helpful"
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"Superior Transmission Service from Sharp Transmissions. I took my 2002 Ford Ranger into STS Tire and Auto because I had a terrible noise that turned out to be wheel bearings and chopped tires. I was also mistakenly told by a service tech (STS)not from Sharp) and (not a transmission specialist) that my transmission was not shifting properly. (tech's error). If transmission was not shifting properly, I would be doing 60 mph in 2nd gear @ 3500+ R.P.M.(after the fact) and I would know it. The manager from STS highly recommended that I take my truck to SHARP Transmissions in Kingston. I did. They found NOTHING wrong with the transmission other then to recommended a flush. So I had it flushed at 75K, end of story. Truck would have needed to be flushed anyway. Transmission had no issues. What does that say about Sharp Transmission's?? If you think you have a transmission issue?, TAKE IT TO SHARP! I did how ever wind up getting wheel bearings and tires at S.T.S.. I Knew it was coming. The noise was a combination of bearings and chopped tires. Had I rotated the tires every 5 to 7k miles, I would have just needed bearings. Thank you MIlton and your staff for taking good care of my Truck! So if your transmission dies and you can't drive your vehicle there then tow it there! Sharp has all the diagnostic equipment and professional service for your transmission! K.F. I will always recommend you!"
"Quality Excellent Thanks Milt! For the great service and honesty that's hard to find in this world today.... On 12/8/08 I broke down on the NYST south. I asked the tow truck driver to take me to the most reputable transmission place he knew, and that he did! When I walked into the shop, I first asked if I could use the bathroom, when I walked into the bathroom I was surprised to see how clean it was for a repair shop, too me the first good indicator.. After peaking in the shop and noticing a clean organized work environment I felt even better.... After leaving the vehicle and having them diagnose the problem they gave me two options, factory rebuilt or rebuild the existing.. I did wind up going with the factory rebuild with a great warranty and to this day almost four years later and no problems, I would highly recommend Milt and his crew! Also to this day Milt will answer any questions in regards to the vehicle I had repaired almost 4 years ago without any hesitation.... But let me remind you the questions I ask are regular service questions, not problems I'm having, because I have had no problems what so ever! THANKS again Sharp Transmissions"
"Experience and Honesty. I've been taking my vehicles to Sharp Transmissions in Kingston for over 20 years. I can always count on them to be honest and fast. Their prices are very reasonable and they always explain everything and tell me what options I have. I highly recommend them.
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"With a large fleet of construction equipment and service vehicles we often find the need for transmission service and rebuilds. For over 25 years Sharp Transmissions has been our one and only call."
Sharp Transmissions is pleased to introduce our valued team of automotive repair & service specialists. Our staff is dedicated to ensuring our customers get only the best auto repair in Kingston, at the right cost, and to their complete satisfaction.
David is a very skilled technician and we are very happy to have him on board. He is a NYS certified motor vehicle inspector, an ASE technician and has years of experience repairing and maintaining today's modern vehicle systems.
Kyle Ennis
Technician
Kyle has been working at Sharp since 2015 after graduating from the automotive program at Hudson Valley Community College. He has become a skilled technician and always does a thorough and competent job repairing our customer vehicles.
Milt Costakis
Owner
Milt, Owner and a very skilled professional with almost 30 years in the transmission and auto repair business. He is well known in the area as an expert in his field, and can help make your auto repairs experience as pleasant as possible. Most of the diagnostics start with him and he has solved some of the toughest problems. He is also an an automobile restorer and has brought back to life many classic automobiles.
Bill Lorefice
Owner
Bill is our main rebuilder and is as meticulous as they come and always makes sure the details are attended to. As co-owner of Sharp he is dedicated to making sure everything goes well and that you are receiving the highest level of service for your money. This is another good reason to have Sharp service your vehicle, the owners are in the building and participating in the repairs of your vehicle.
Ted Conway
Technician
This is our friend Ted, always willing to help out. We value his friendship over the many years we have been together, and boy he can really chat it up! While he has not been feeling well lately, we wish him and his family all the best! Get well soon Ted!
Leah Costakis
Office Manager
This is Leah,our office gal! She is also Milt's daughter. She has completed college and now has her Master's in education and is now smarter than her father...so she thinks.
