Since 1985, Rio Import Repair has been servicing clients with honesty and integrity, making sure the job gets done right, with attention to detail and at a reasonable price. Specializing in German and Japanese automobiles, we offer complete mechanical, body work, auto reconditioning, sales, accessories and more!
Rio Imports Repair
Doing business with integrity, since 1985!
Serving Clearwater, St.Petersburg, Tampa and more!






Roger was very knowledgeable about my German car. Explained what needed done and the cost was fair. Got it finished right when he said he would.
Cindy Barca
16:09 03 Aug 26
My husband and I have dealt with a sunshade on our 2017 Ford Explorer that wouldn't shut after having the headliner taken down repeatedly trying to find a leak. We brought the vehicle to Ford who told us that we needed to replace the rails and it would cost approximately $1,000.00!!! We are an elderly retired couple and certainly don't have an extra $1,000.00!!! We were told that Rio Imports had expirence with sunroofs. We were hoping that they could get the shade closed and it wouldn't be so hot inside the car. Not only did they get it closed, they got the sunroof working again!!! It didn't need new rails, it just needed to be reprogramed!!! They saved us at l east $800.00!!! THANK YOU ROGER!!! It is sooo nice to find an honest technician!!!
Linda Mcclintock
21:15 27 Jul 26
Roger is very detailed and professional. He was very helpful in getting our vehicle repaired in a timely manner despite a slight delay waiting on parts. I highly recommend Rio Imports Repair for great service at a quality price.
Solomon Lowery
17:17 17 Jun 26
Roger and his team are honest and consistent in their quality work, and have been for the 6 years I’ve been bringing my cars to him.
Technology and sound 32
19:10 02 Jun 26
Good work at a reasonable price
Steven Gresik
18:01 27 May 26
Ken Marlow
20:31 09 May 26
We took our Nissan Rogue here a few weeks ago. We initially took it to the Nissan Dealership, told our story to them, and they told us the next day it was the alternator. After we changed the alternator, we still had the same issue. My brother recommended Roger at Rio’s, saying he’s been going to this business for numerous years. It’s been three weeks since he repaired our car, and we have had no issues!!! We are happy to work this family business!!!!
C D
17:30 24 Apr 26
Great place to get work done on your vehicle. Roger is great at what he does and is very trustworthy. The service I had done was cheaper than the dealership.
Savannah Campbell
20:15 16 Apr 26
We have had our Toyota Highlander serviced at Rio Imports several times and continue to go there for the best service. Roger knows his cars and when we discovered an issue while driving our car, we contacted Roger that day and he was able to take care of it quickly, and for less than what he originally quoted. After our experience I can continue to highly recommend them.
Billy Durham
20:39 30 Mar 26
Had to replace injectors and harness was done same day. Great job. ( VW Tiguan)
Larry La
15:43 23 Mar 26
Roger and Rio Imports have been absolutely wonderful to work with. It’s not easy finding a mechanic you can trust, our Mercedes is almost part of our family - having had it so long now. We needed over $5k in repairs, Roger not only gave me quotes instantly for exact parts I wanted but also got me in very quickly. This was right before a major car road trip planned to D.C. The car handled the trip perfectly, they did an excellent job. - Austin P. | Mercedes W205 | Axel/ Compressor Replacement
Forty Seven
07:56 20 Mar 26
Marcello Mennone
00:46 27 Feb 26
Roger and his team were fantastic. Had very little options with my 1991 BMW and they came through with swift fix and very reasonable pricing. I highly recommend.
Talas Rogers
15:15 02 Feb 26
Really appreciate the work the folks at RIO did to get my car back on the road. The 5 star google reviews steered me here and the work was reasonable and quick. Thanks!
Aaron Cooke
02:27 15 Dec 25
Took my 2012 C250 Benz in to Rio Imports Repair Inc a rattling sound on starts. Roger performed a professional timing chain replacement that completely restored engine performance. My car is finally back to running smoothly like new without the constant fear of engine failure. Highly recommend them for complex Mercedes service."Very Fair Pricing.
KIRIT KANA
18:41 11 Dec 25
Anh Nunag
18:52 09 Dec 25
I took my Mini Cooper to Rio Imports for a “check engine” light diagnosis and a complete oil change, and they did a fantastic job. The service was thorough, efficient, and done with real care. Rob provided excellent customer service—he was friendly, clear with communication, and made the whole process easy. I highly recommend Rio Imports for anyone needing reliable, honest work on their vehicle.
Sean Gowens
14:50 23 Nov 25
Roger and his team really got my car back into gear when it started having issues with vibrations that turned out to be the motor mounts. After a timely repair and quality service as always, my car is driving amazing again! Thanks again!
cody vanson
15:41 10 Nov 25
I got preferred to Roger by someone and he did not disappoint. He did great work on my Maserati with decent price. He was very quick as well. Thank you!
Tracy Ho
14:11 04 Nov 25
I had a unique issue with my Nissan - they were able to fix it quickly at a great costs savings. Easy to work with....
Rodney Eten
16:52 27 Oct 25
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727-530-9047
12737 US-19, Clearwater, FL 33764
Google Rating
5.0

Rio Imports Repair Inc
5.0
Cindy Barca
16:09 03 Aug 26
Roger was very knowledgeable about my German car. Explained what needed done and the cost was fair. Got it finished right when he said he would.
Linda Mcclintock
21:15 27 Jul 26
My husband and I have dealt with a sunshade on our 2017 Ford Explorer that wouldn't shut after having the headliner taken down repeatedly trying to find a leak. We brought the vehicle to Ford who told us that we needed to replace the rails and it would cost approximately $1,000.00!!! We are an elderly retired couple and certainly don't have an extra $1,000.00!!! We were told that Rio Imports had expirence with sunroofs. We were hoping that they could get the shade closed and it wouldn't be so hot inside the car. Not only did they get it closed, they got the sunroof working again!!! It didn't need new rails, it just needed to be reprogramed!!! They saved us at l east $800.00!!! THANK YOU ROGER!!! It is sooo nice to find an honest technician!!!
Solomon Lowery
17:17 17 Jun 26
Roger is very detailed and professional. He was very helpful in getting our vehicle repaired in a timely manner despite a slight delay waiting on parts. I highly recommend Rio Imports Repair for great service at a quality price.
Technology and sound 32
19:10 02 Jun 26
Roger and his team are honest and consistent in their quality work, and have been for the 6 years I’ve been bringing my cars to him.
Steven Gresik
18:01 27 May 26
Good work at a reasonable price
Ken Marlow
20:31 09 May 26
C D
17:30 24 Apr 26
We took our Nissan Rogue here a few weeks ago. We initially took it to the Nissan Dealership, told our story to them, and they told us the next day it was the alternator. After we changed the alternator, we still had the same issue. My brother recommended Roger at Rio’s, saying he’s been going to this business for numerous years. It’s been three weeks since he repaired our car, and we have had no issues!!! We are happy to work this family business!!!!
Savannah Campbell
20:15 16 Apr 26
Great place to get work done on your vehicle. Roger is great at what he does and is very trustworthy. The service I had done was cheaper than the dealership.
Billy Durham
20:39 30 Mar 26
We have had our Toyota Highlander serviced at Rio Imports several times and continue to go there for the best service. Roger knows his cars and when we discovered an issue while driving our car, we contacted Roger that day and he was able to take care of it quickly, and for less than what he originally quoted. After our experience I can continue to highly recommend them.
Larry La
15:43 23 Mar 26
Had to replace injectors and harness was done same day. Great job. ( VW Tiguan)
Forty Seven
07:56 20 Mar 26
Roger and Rio Imports have been absolutely wonderful to work with. It’s not easy finding a mechanic you can trust, our Mercedes is almost part of our family - having had it so long now. We needed over $5k in repairs, Roger not only gave me quotes instantly for exact parts I wanted but also got me in very quickly. This was right before a major car road trip planned to D.C. The car handled the trip perfectly, they did an excellent job. - Austin P. | Mercedes W205 | Axel/ Compressor Replacement
Marcello Mennone
00:46 27 Feb 26
Talas Rogers
15:15 02 Feb 26
Roger and his team were fantastic. Had very little options with my 1991 BMW and they came through with swift fix and very reasonable pricing. I highly recommend.
Aaron Cooke
02:27 15 Dec 25
Really appreciate the work the folks at RIO did to get my car back on the road. The 5 star google reviews steered me here and the work was reasonable and quick. Thanks!
KIRIT KANA
18:41 11 Dec 25
Took my 2012 C250 Benz in to Rio Imports Repair Inc a rattling sound on starts. Roger performed a professional timing chain replacement that completely restored engine performance. My car is finally back to running smoothly like new without the constant fear of engine failure. Highly recommend them for complex Mercedes service."Very Fair Pricing.
Anh Nunag
18:52 09 Dec 25
Sean Gowens
14:50 23 Nov 25
I took my Mini Cooper to Rio Imports for a “check engine” light diagnosis and a complete oil change, and they did a fantastic job. The service was thorough, efficient, and done with real care. Rob provided excellent customer service—he was friendly, clear with communication, and made the whole process easy. I highly recommend Rio Imports for anyone needing reliable, honest work on their vehicle.
cody vanson
15:41 10 Nov 25
Roger and his team really got my car back into gear when it started having issues with vibrations that turned out to be the motor mounts. After a timely repair and quality service as always, my car is driving amazing again! Thanks again!
Tracy Ho
14:11 04 Nov 25
I got preferred to Roger by someone and he did not disappoint. He did great work on my Maserati with decent price. He was very quick as well. Thank you!
Rodney Eten
16:52 27 Oct 25
I had a unique issue with my Nissan - they were able to fix it quickly at a great costs savings. Easy to work with....
Robbin Suggs Williams
15:42 17 Oct 25
Excellent service with my Mercedes E350 cabriolet.
Ramsey Okdeh
13:38 01 Oct 25
Great shop! Brought in my BMW for a clunking noise, diagnosed quickly and told me exactly what was wrong. They did the repair in less than a day and the problem was gone! Lots of experience and fair prices.
Abe Pohler
13:16 29 Sep 25
Rio imports & Roger there run a great shop. Got my truck up and running in one day. Thank you for the prompt service.
Joshua Tomell
13:53 27 Sep 25
Mr. Roger and his team provided excellent service. As an out-of-state buyer, I utilized Rio Imports for a pre-purchase inspection. The rate for the inspection was fair and the value was amazing. They provided numerous photos of the car, indicating which components were solid and which were compromised. All points were captured in an invoice and sent same-day. Highly recommend; would do business again.
Jane Govoni
15:22 22 Sep 25
Roger at Rio Imports is exceptional. His customer service, workmanship, and communication are exemplary. He is honest, understanding, and provides a great place to service your car- highly recommend his work and professionalism.
Rick Tran
16:18 28 Aug 25
Rio imports did great job on body repairs of Lexus, the shop did more than great body work also used premium quality ordered paint.
Tomas Gonzalez
21:55 27 Aug 25
Had AC / fans redone. Nice and cold for this Florida heat!
Michael Warren
13:46 26 Aug 25
I chose this business to work on my car based on reviews. The process was smooth and the work was completed promptly. So far the car is running great. I will return if there is a need in the future and I would recommend to friends or family based on the service I received.
brian fillweber
15:39 05 Aug 25
Roger is always reliable, they do excellent work and they back it up.
Erica Edhouse
14:35 04 Aug 25
We had an amazing experience. Saved $300ish by using Rodgers team instead of the dealership. Thanks again for making our repair your priority!!
Abhi Shah
20:06 07 Jul 25
Amazing service!!! I wish I could give 10 starts. Quick with the diagnosis, and cost effective perfect repairs.
Stuart Brown
16:41 21 Jun 25
Rodger’s team did a great job fixing my wife’s care. New control arms and motor mounts. Car drives like new again.
Fitzgerald Griffin
14:38 10 Jun 25
Roger and his team are excellent. We have been taking our vehicles to them for service for 5+ years with great results
Jesse Andrieu
16:31 28 May 25
Ellis Hodge
15:43 27 May 25
I have been a customer at Rio Imports for over 30 years. The service is always excellent. The repairs made on my car are always the best thank you Roger and your team for doing such great work..
Jeremiah Birnbaum
13:16 22 May 25
Excellent work and service!
Merima Kuduzovic
14:55 16 May 25
Amazing place to take your car in. Very reliable shop and great communication. Highly recommend!Thanks Roger !Merima
Robert Ast
17:01 12 May 25
If I could give 6 stars I would. I am a mechanic and the shop is incredible. Roger runs the shop like it should be. Personal and professional. I will bring my vehicles to him without hesitation. On time and as expected! All shops should be run this way. Bob
Martha Cornatzer
16:41 12 May 25
I had taken my vehicle to a mechanic who misdiagnosed the issue and would not work on Imports. Roger’s shop was recommended by another mechanic whom my daughter utilizes and trusts (also does not work on Imports.) Roger assessed the problem and had my vehicle completed within the same day. He also had factured in his quote the cost of a part he thought he may have needed yet he did not have to utilize. I appreciated his honesty to deduct this from the original quote. I will definitely be back when any additional work is needed in my car. I would highly recommend him.
Eleanor Rice
15:33 28 Apr 25
Roger has repaired our Mercedes and our jaguar, we would not consider going anywhere else. The best service with the best turn around time. Thanks a million!
Marek Vlcek
14:14 26 Apr 25
Absolutely best ..Highly recommended..👍👍👍
Brenda Marie
01:54 22 Apr 25
We’ve been taking our cars to Rio Imports repair Roger for 36 years. Roger is amazing and very honest about the repairs needed. Our cars are always repaired efficiently! Thank you Roger!
Ralph Hatfield
01:33 17 Apr 25
The only place I will ever take my BMW to have repair work or service performed. Very detailed and stand behind their workmanship.Ralph & Kathy
William Strand
14:42 14 Apr 25
Rio Imports - Roger was professional and courteous. He repaired the wheel Bearings on our Honda Civic quickly and with a reasonable price when no other shop could repair it. Everything is operating perfectly. Thanks so much to Roger and all at Rio Imports! Great job! Do not hesitate to take your vehicle to Rio! FIVE STAR BUSINESS!!
Phil Ruzicka
00:02 02 Apr 25
Following a misdiagnosed water pump replacement and a disappointing lack of urgency from my long-time mechanic, I turned to Rodger at Rio Imports Repairs Inc. The level of professionalism, the efficiency of the service, the transparency of the pricing, and the noticeable improvement in my car's performance were all exceptional. I am extremely pleased with the entire experience and confidently recommend Rio Imports Repairs Inc.
Paul Pedersen
15:46 31 Mar 25
Great service and communication! He was thorough in learning everything I had issues with, was very communicative with other issues he can across, and did the job quickly. I’ll definitely be back for my next service.
Todd Weston
18:18 03 Mar 25
RIO Imports is my go to for my 2005 SLK55.Roger does a great job of explaining the issues and does his best to get the best prices on parts. Always a great experience!
Gary Hessler
18:33 27 Feb 25
RIO has been around for years and has always been able to diagnose and fix whatever problems I've brought them. Dealing with the owner, Roger is always a pleasant learning experience as he'll take the time to explain what's going on and get you back on the road quickly. 5 stars for sure.
Margaret Kee-Forte
17:19 25 Feb 25
I've found many auto repair shops who claim to be BMW/Mercedes Benz aficionado's, the vast majority have no clue as to the requirements of these vehicles. A friend recommended Rio automotive and Roger has been a godsend. I would not hesitate to recommend Rio automotive and Roger for ALL your automotive needs. NOT only German imports but ALL your automotive needs. Roger has gone above and beyond to help and explain in detail any repair I've brought to Rio.
Matt Olson
19:35 30 Jan 25
I took my VW Passatt to Rio repair and Roger did a phenomenal job!He has great communication, customer service, and does the job as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible.My whole family takes our cars to him and we will continue to do so. Thanks again Roger!
Roberto Delgado
14:15 27 Jan 25
Roger’s shop obviously runs like a tight ship. Service was friendly, communicative, fair pricing and fast work. Made the BMW dealership look like amateurs. Thank you Rio Imports 🙏🏽
Mike Oxmall
19:11 09 Jan 25
My family and I came down to FL to visit for the holidays. On the way down we were having some issues with our Tahoe. Once we got into Clearwater we searched for a shop and found Rio. We spoke to Roger and he was able to diagnose that we needed a new transmission. He was able to track a new one down and was able to sneak us in before they closed the shop for the holidays! We are so thankful because he was able to save us from having to get a rental and flights back home until the truck was ready.We highly recommend Rio Imports to anyone that is in need of repairs on their vehicle!!!
Jim Erickson
15:07 21 Sep 24
Skip the overpriced dealership and take your car to Rio's! My wife has been struggling for years with the Audi dealership expenses. Overpriced and underperforming. Very happy with Roger at Rio's, great service and we didn't have to re-mortgage the house.
Gigi Mckenzie
13:51 20 Sep 24
Once again Roger has taken care of my 2016 Jetta. I’m a newly single, new to FL woman who has no clue about cars. Roger got me in quickly, explained the work needed, did the repair in a very timely manner. I trust him.
Jay Osario
00:11 04 Sep 24
Edward OMalley
22:06 27 Aug 24
Thanks for taking care of our car? JOB WELL DONE,
Frank Battafarano
14:36 20 Aug 24
Good service and very professional
Paul Genet
17:34 05 Aug 24
My 2015 F150 platinum was in need of some repairs and the dealership quoted $5600. I did not feel I needed that extensive type of repair or cost.Roger at Rio imports repair was recommended to me by a good friend. I was not disappointed as Roger fixed what needed to be fixed and told me why the other parts were not needed. Truck runs great at a fraction of the cost.Roger at Rio have been in business many years. Very honest and accurate repair shop. If you have any questions about the repair estimate you’ve received from somewhere else go see Roger.Two thumbs up!
Marnie Radebaugh
21:31 31 Jul 24
After getting a $2300 estimate from a Mercedes dealership, I was compelled to get another estimate. This is what led me to RIO imports Repair.Roger answered the phone on my first call and he got me in the next day and out that same day. Only an hours labor!5-stars, no way, impossible. But, after my experience - it is WELL deserved. Thank you RIO, I am very grateful!
Lexi Lindsey
16:45 11 Jul 24
Edmond Frechmann
15:08 11 Jul 24
Jeff Griffith
20:31 09 Jul 24
Best auto services, repairs and auto sales in the Tampa Bay area.
Michael Ellender
14:54 01 Jul 24
Rio Imports Repair is an outstanding mechanic shoppe that I highly recommend. I have had the pleasure of experiencing their exceptional service on multiple occasions, specifically with engine repair jobs. The skilled and knowledgeable mechanics there possess a deep understanding of engines and have consistently delivered top-notch results.Overall, I cannot speak highly enough of Rio Imports Repair. Their expertise, professionalism, and dedication to customer satisfaction make them a standout mechanic shoppe. If you are in need of engine repairs or any other automotive services, I wholeheartedly recommend Rio Imports Repair for a positive and fulfilling experience.
Mike Kelley
13:20 13 Jun 24
I have done business with RIO Imports for years. I have never had an unresolved issue, always professional and thorough and what they do. I strongly recommend them for Service on foreign and domestic cars as well.
Jeff Pohler
13:28 10 Jun 24
Excellent job. Did not fix any unneeded parts. Honest and fair. Did what they said. Numerous Quality repairs. I will use them again. Excellent work and experience. Jeff
Hossam Ibrahim
10:44 01 Jun 24
Roger is great and a great continuation of his late father. He did a great job servicing my Bentley which I bought from a gentleman who happened by chance to also use Rio Imports Repair for years and spoke very highly of them not knowing that I had used their services in the past. A testament to of their commitment to continuous good service.
Kim Wickman
14:36 22 May 24
We have taken our vehicles to Rio for years and never been disappointed. Roger has always treated us fairly and done a great job.
Robert Whitlock
15:45 13 May 24
Great service experience!! Needed a new sunshade for an Audi Q5. There was a problem on the install. A new part was located, sent over night and soon installed. Roger kept me informed throughout. Very professional and pleasant to deal with. Highly recommend.
Micah Fears
18:31 11 Apr 24
Chris Cappillo
17:50 06 Apr 24
Rio imports, get a big thumbs up. Roger went out of his way and fix my problems. He could have charge for what we discussed. But after he reviewed my problem, suggested a different solution and it cost me much less. I impressed and would differently use his services in the future.
Sam Narciso
21:46 05 Apr 24
Ian Seinos
16:02 04 Apr 24
Unless you like paying the dealership LOTS of money, come here, they got you
Beach Cottage
14:08 22 Mar 24
Took my Volkswagen Beetle to get an electrical issue solved to two different shops and they couldn’t figure out the problem. One of the shops recommended Rio, the shop owner said that he was a guru of sorts on imports.Called Roger he got me right in and found and fixed the issue within a hour. I highly recommend 5 star for sure.
adreona p
15:18 18 Mar 24
we had a great experience with Roger who fixed our Audi. he was very easy to work with and had the repairs done in just 1 week. i would recommend him for all your car needs !
stephen sargent
17:31 13 Mar 24
Roger is in charge of working on all my vehicles. He has never disappointed me whatsoever. He always goes above and beyond to make sure he does an excellent job. I will always refer his services to everyone I know thanks Roger for always taking care of me and my Cars.
Dude Johnson
15:05 11 Mar 24
If you want this done right? Well this is the place to bring your car/truck very honest guy and knew exactly what was wrong with my 2019 BMW X4 M40i without even seeing my car in person…. And I got my car back the very next day…. Highly recommended
Sea Harder
21:44 20 Feb 24
Roger repaired my convertible top at a price that I was really happy with. Great service and kind people.
Donna Lancaster
12:49 18 Feb 24
Great service, on time!
Katy Knapp
17:04 12 Feb 24
Roger always gets the job done. With my families multiple accidents, Roger made the cars look like brand new within weeks. Will drive from Boca Raton to Clearwater anytime for his work and staff!
Barbara Pianin
16:12 12 Feb 24
I believe Roger is honest, reliable and conscientious in his auto business.
Bill B
13:17 04 Feb 24
Roger and his team at Rio Imports has done a great job at identifying my car issues and getting all of them repaired excellent.
Brian Bucklew
18:41 22 Jan 24
These guys got me in the very next day after I called them. Quick, easy and the best part is not feeling like you're getting ripped off. Highly recommend!!
cgashfit
19:13 05 Jan 24
Great experience! Roger communicated effectively throughout the repair, the price was very reasonable and was completely satisfied with my experience there. While I hope not to need them in the future, I’ll surely make them my first call should I need any additional work in the future. Highly recommended! 💪🏽
Curtis Bass
13:46 05 Jan 24
Great service and great work. Always will have your vehicle ready when he tells you.
John Haikara
13:41 20 Dec 23
You know, I saw all the 5 star reviews and sometimes your not sure, it's a sad world some days... BUT here I am leaving a 5 star It's legit, the man is honest, quick and the pricing is good.
Luis Garcia
18:12 11 Dec 23
Roger is a nice person . He took care of my BMW and now is running like a champ again
Mark Chappell
18:09 11 Dec 23
Pete Alvarez
23:16 03 Nov 23
Highly recommend for any import car if I could I would give you 10 Stars thanks for fixing my C350 Benz
Ramón Eduardo Depablos Canelón
18:56 02 Nov 23
My F-150 had check engine light. Rio's guys explained and fixed the failure the same day. My truck works like new.Thanks Rio's team.
June Griffin (flblueii's)
18:59 24 Oct 23
Amy B
14:47 23 Oct 23
Rodger is absolutely amazing. Extremely knowledgeable, and trust worthy. Fast turn around time good prices. 100% recommend for any and all car related issues from simple service to complex
Shaina Randolph
13:34 02 Oct 23
Roger was Very polite, and helpful! He got our car fixed faster than we expected and checked in after the service was complete. I Highly recommend this business. My BMW is riding very smoothly now.
Jason St.Romaine
12:40 28 Sep 23
Josh Daniel
14:35 25 Sep 23
mcgalegrover
15:50 22 Sep 23
Rio Imports was recommended by a dear friend. I feel that Roger cares about his customers and their vehicle, not just money. I will be returning in the future for repairs.
Terry LaMay
20:55 31 Aug 23
I had last minute emergency with the suspension in my car. It was diagnosed and repaired the same day with an affordable price. Everyone was professional and courteous and knowledgeable.
Fationa Whittinghill
15:49 24 Aug 23
It was a great experience. Roger was quick and friendly. He was very helpful and communicative and was able to repair my car very quickly.
CI Ruthless
13:26 17 Aug 23
Took my Prius for the red triangle of death and safety checked another previous shops work on an axle. Roger was very helpful, and the team there does great work. I highly recommend!
carl Wilkerson
04:09 07 Aug 23
I recently took my Mercedes Benz SL550 to Rio. One of the Hydraulics operating the convertible top was in-op. I immediately felt at home talking to Roger as a service manager/owner, but also as a personal advisor on other issues concerning the SL models. Rogers team completed the repair within the estimated time frame, which was critical to me. He also offered for his son who also works there to drive me at home, which was several miles away. I have own several Porsche 911's, and MB SL350, 500, and now the 550 models. during the past 30 years in St. Pete, I have taken my cars to several "High In" European repair shops. My first experience with Roger and the folks at RIO, tops them all, with service AND reasonable pricing.
Bill Beatty
20:46 22 Jul 23
The Rio Imports Repair team did a great job of fixing my auto issues.
Danny Doherty
09:12 15 Jun 23
New customer here. Outstanding service. Very professional and courteous. I was recently referred to RIO Imports by another mechanic unable to resolve an electral problem. Roger arranged for my car to get towed in after breaking down and had it ready the next day. They are extremely busy but still squeezed me in. Excellent experience. Highly recommended!
Garrett C
15:34 23 May 23
Took my 3 series BMW to Roger after getting fed up with dealer prices and poor service. I must say he exceeded my expectations. Great work and service. I can trust his shop to give me a fair price and not perform any un-necessary work. After switching to a Toyota Tacoma I continued to only get my vehicle serviced here because I know I can trust his expertise and work quality to be top notch.
Blau Zah
18:08 10 May 23
Great place
KARL NEIGER
14:17 29 Apr 23
One of the best import shops in Pinellas County. They are honest and trustworthy when it comes to your car.
M. S.
00:56 22 Apr 23
CeCe Kiefer
23:50 17 Apr 23
Always a great experience working with Roger and Rio Motors
Ann Valente
15:08 17 Apr 23
I have been going to RIO Imports for over 35 years. They are the best!
Steve Wolfe
15:05 24 Mar 23
Roger and his team always do great work. I brought my car in for normal maintenance and he was very upfront with my options.Roger does not try to talk you into doing more than needs to be done. It is great having a resource who provides great service with complete integrity. I recommend Roger and the RIO Imports Repairs team to anyone.
Lyle Robinson
18:07 07 Feb 23
Prompt and courteous service at a fair price. I was referred to Roger at Rio Imports by my trusted mechanic for my American made car. The referral was well founded. It's such a relief to find a place to get top quality service from good people.
Nancy Mularski
03:10 07 Dec 22
Quick and affordable:)
Lori Brown
18:10 19 Nov 22
Roger helped me get several items on my car repaired after running over a metal ladder on the highway. I thought I was going to have to get rid of the car, but he put it all back together and it's running perfectly. Thank you, Rio Imports.
Sonia Ortiz
20:44 07 Nov 22
A friend referred me to Rio imports and I’m so glad she did. Roger was able to work on my car quickly and was nice to explain in detail what needed to be repaired and let me know my car would be due for maintenance in the upcoming months allowing me to decide on when to have it done. I’m am very happy with the work done and how reasonably priced the repairs were.Thank you Roger and team!
Jodel Ryan
18:31 01 Nov 22
Roger at RIO Imports handled our Mercedes repairs in a very professional manner, and finished the repairs when promised. I’m very happy after our first visit, and highly recommend RIO Imports for all import cars!
James Wilson
13:24 01 Sep 22
Top notch service . Great work, knowledgeable.. Big shout out to Roger for taking care of my daughter’s car. I will always take my car back to him and his team.
Fred R
22:12 25 Aug 22
I have had two separate vehicles serviced by RIO imports and have been satisfied with the work completed on both. They were able to identify and rectify a couple of issues that had been plaguing my vehicles for an extended period of time (I should have came to them sooner :)) They are truly customer centric, with fair pricing with integrity. I highly recommend.
Omar Jaradat
04:17 09 Aug 22
Knowledgeable, efficient and professional.Highly recommended
Cliff Ullmann
13:59 31 Jul 22
Roger the owner was great. Responsive and you can tell he takes great pride in the shop and taking care of his customers. I took the car in for a PPI that was thorough and reasonable in cost. Highly recommend them for all services though as the mixture of cars in the shop demonstrated their ability to work on anything and the amount of years they have been in business shows they know what they are doing.
Vivi Schiaffino
13:41 26 Jul 22
teresa willen
15:11 25 Jul 22
I own a 2007 2door Mercedes Convertible and my hydraulics for my drop top was leaking in the trunk of my car. They were able to find the 2 leaks out of 6 hydraulics leaking. Thank you Sooo much!!😃
Justin Mulrooney
15:04 11 Jul 22
New to the area and tried this shop for some routine maintenance on my M2 based on reading many positive reviews, which turned out to be accurate. Professional and punctual service. Will be back in the future.
William Murray
15:30 28 Jun 22
Roger at Rio Imports is my first choice to get my car fixed. He is straightforward on his pricing and his work. I have been here a few times. We recently moved and I drive over a hour to have Roger work on my car. I highly recommend Rio Imports to work on your import.
Ryan Campbell
14:45 22 Jun 22
Nicole Fullagar
17:20 24 May 22
My buddy recommended this place for my Jetta. Best recommendation I ever got! Roger let me bring in my car immediately even when other places say they couldn't get me in for two weeks. There was also a quick turnaround and when he called he explained throughly so I could understand what he did and what the problem was.The prices are reasonable and Roger is a great guy. Definitely will be bringing my car back when I need it again.
William Liberis
18:12 04 May 22
John Andrieu
12:36 10 Mar 22
Roger and the team at Rio have done a great job repairing and maintaining my 2008 BMW 535xi. Had a couple minor issues and a couple major issues over my 3 visits to Rio. My car has never been better. Drives like new. Roger always appreciated the age of my car and associated costs to repair and provided options with pros and cons of each in an understandable manner making it is easy to choose what best fit my situation. I highly recommend Rio (and Roger).
Josh Nichols
14:21 07 Mar 22
I've heard such good things from my coworker and my company, so I had issues with my CV joints and decided to call and get an estimate on what it would cost. A few days later, I brought my car in and within a day, it was fixed and running better than ever. I'm so satisfied with the service that I will return with any other car issues.
GMG GOD'O
23:50 01 Mar 22
Nicole Spinelli
17:02 17 Feb 22
Roger is an excellent mechanic. He immediately identified the issue and repaired my car within a day. When choosing a an auto shop RIO excels at all the important components - integrity, quality and just good people.
Kent Yunk
20:23 01 Feb 22
RIO Imports auto repair came highly recommended by my body shop especially for working on my BMW E46. They know this platform so well they were able to make the repairs quickly. My convertible 330ci runs the best it has since I have owned it. I will definitely use them as my go to for repairs.
Bob Banker
14:52 27 Dec 21
My mechanic diagnosed the problem, but was reluctant to do the repair because of his lack of experience with Mercedes. He referred me to a shop which referred me to Rio Imports. Roger's diagnosis matched my mechanic's, the repairs were finished the following day, and the car is running great. Before taking the car to Roger, I saw he had only five star reviews, and now I understand why.
Thomas McGinty
20:23 21 Dec 21
Great job and work was completed promptly.
Darlene Liberto
14:34 13 Dec 21
This business was recommended to us and I’m glad we used them. We needed some work on a hydraulic issue and Roger at Rio took care of our problem in a professional and courteous manner. We were impressed with this business and have just scheduled more work to be done. This is a business you can count on.
Marcia Bragg
05:41 13 Dec 21
Always Honest!
lee kudelko
14:48 06 Dec 21
Roger is the absolute BEST! Professional, courteous, honest and fair! I wouldn’t take my car anywhere else!
Arlene Roberts
13:38 25 Nov 21
Mike Barrett
01:17 24 Nov 21
Roger was great to work with. As first time import owner it was hard to find a trustworthy mechanic. I’ll be taking my car back to Rio in the future and i strongly recommend them.
Paul Werlin
21:27 29 Oct 21
Corwin Driskill
19:05 18 Oct 21
Roger is always friendly and knows how to explain what is happening with my car and always always gives me a great deal with exceptional expertise and I never feel like he recommends things that are not needed like most big name places Thanks Roger, we will always use your services
Rosy Stewart
14:48 11 Oct 21
Jetta A.
18:23 01 Oct 21
Bought a beautiful flamenco red Jaguar from here in excellent condition. There was a full service history going back to 2002 onwards, and it was very clear the vehicle was well maintained. After having the car for awhile, I took it back to Rio, and had the vacuum hoses and idle control valve replaced. Excellent customer service and communication!
Hjs Nuyorka
15:32 15 Sep 21
Great service on my 97 BMW, very professional, thorough, knowledgeable fast and efficient. I highly recommend this place to those who want their repairs done right. Thanks Roger
Derek Barker
20:49 07 Sep 21
Tim Hedman
14:00 30 Aug 21
Rio imports supersedes any dealership in quality and price by a mile. I have a 2015 7 series BMW, and I will continue to have Roger and his technicians work on my car for any service in the future.
Filip Kosk
21:35 19 Jul 21
From first phone call to final follow up my experience with Roger and Rio Imports was A1. Repair on my vehicle was completed ahead of schedule, could not have been more pleased with the installation and Rogers expertise.
Arlene Roberts
22:35 30 Jun 21
Scott DeBoer
21:16 10 Jun 21
I highly recommend getting you're vehicle serviced at Rio's Imports! Rio is not only amazing with his mechanic services but he amazing with the customer service side of it. I've had countless conversations with him and in each one he has helped me fully understand each answer to each question i asked. There isn't enough space in this paragraph to say all of the things i appreciate about his business but amongst the many he is very kind, easy to deal with, and time and time again has insured quality repair and maintenance in a timely manner.
Jimmie Love Sr
18:42 08 Jun 21
Duchess Armstrong
18:15 14 May 21
Splendid! Love Roger! Completely satisfied customer for the past 5 years.He is knowledgeable, friendly and always available.Love my Benz, love Roger at Rio Imports!
Mark Greene
02:39 11 May 21
Rio Imports Repair Inc. has been a part of my automotive journey for nearly 15 years! We've developed more than just a client and repair shop relationship, we've become friends! The current owner, the son to the owner that I initially connected with, has gone the distance in large and small ways to maintain my business.I previously used two other Mercedes Benz repair shops, one in Tampa, and the other locally here in St. Petersburg. It was the large and small things that didn't happen that strongly made me seek out another shop.RIR, Inc., came highly recommended by three colleagues who came to regard them and their work as above others.I am on my fourth Mercedes product, and have two at present. RIR, Inc. will continue to be the people and place that I trust to maintain my German products.I do intend to continue to drive this brand, and to keep RIR, Inc as a continued part of my enjoyment with Mercedes automobiles.
Rhys Roberts
13:16 07 May 21
Have been going here for years, and always fantastic service
Sharon Cantin
13:36 01 May 21
Roger was great to work with. The part was ordered right away. My car was ready when promised, it was clean when I got it back and the price was very fair. I would highly recommend this shop and if I am ever in need again I will definitely come back to Roger and his crew.
Spam Account
14:32 26 Apr 21
Quick and professional company, very easy to work with.
Anand Balkissoon
21:50 22 Apr 21
Best ever European mechanic ask for Roger
Jeff Whitefield
12:57 21 Apr 21
Took my VW Beetle to Roger. He replaced my timing belt and water pump in a timely fashion and explained up front what needed to be done. Appreciated his honesty and would definitely use again.
Greg Gehringer
11:53 14 Apr 21
I was recommended by a friend to have my brakes and any car repairs with Roger. I am completely satisfied with his service and professionalism but more importantly his prices are the best around. He is very honest, knowledgeable, and his integrity to his business means everything. I would highly recommend him to anyone and if I have any issues with any of my vehicles he definitely has my business. He worked on my 740 Bmw and had it done exactly the time he said it would be done. Thanks Roger. Plus, thank you for picking me up to get my car because Uber was charging me 30.00 to go 8 minutes.
Aaron Haney
02:10 08 Apr 21
Absolutely amazing service and price. Fixed my 1986 190e in 35 minutes. Will be my mechanic for both of my Mercedes-benz. Thanks again!
Matt H
23:23 03 Apr 21
Linda Crammer
01:15 25 Mar 21
He knows what he's doing and does a great job
Matthew Mosk
21:59 24 Mar 21
Alan R. Lovell
21:09 12 Mar 21
The tire was rubbling the inside wheelwell. They fixed it in one day where it would not rub when i turned. They saved me from wear and tear on the car and not having to replace the tire. Job well done. They are very friendly and easy to make appointments.
Jaime Viera
00:00 19 Feb 21
Roger was very courteous and gave me much info on what was causing the problems and how he repairs these issues. his shop is very professional with the tools in excellent condition and very clean. He took the time to show me some concerns re: potential future problems. His work was very professional and impressive. I recommend his service.
Bam Bam
15:48 12 Feb 21
Randy Matson
23:56 21 Jan 21
I have had them service my vehicle for years. Great company, always fair!
Kristiyan Tsenov
20:16 12 Jan 21
Professional service !!!
Tina McManus
22:13 29 Dec 20
Roger was friendly and knowledgeable. He got my car right in, ordered the parts, and didn’t charge high prices. He showed me the old damaged parts and explained what to look out for.
Chrissy Dias
19:09 20 Dec 20
Peter Sidorenko
17:27 14 Dec 20
Roger at Rio Imports does amazing work. He is able to take great care of my 2010 Jaguar at a great price. Not many shops in Pinellas do any service on Jaguars like at Rio. Thank you Roger.
Ron Johnson
23:45 03 Dec 20
Andrew Mann
18:32 16 Nov 20
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13:59 27 Oct 20
Brad Kidwell
20:24 23 Oct 20
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18:52 23 Oct 20
Rio recently responded on short notice, after hours and saved our tails. While that clearly wasn't our preference to saddle Rio as we did, they came thru for us.That personifies the level of service these folks are all about.Ive used them for over 20 years with personal vehicles and our fleet vehicles and remain loyal to Roger and his crew.We have done everything from brakes, front-end, engine, electrical and body work.Fair with all aspects of repair work. Timing, turnaround, scope of work and expert knowlege of all makes. Trust your repair work with them and you will not regret it.J CarterDEX Imaging
Mario Rapati
02:13 21 Oct 20
Always Perfect Service !
Shawna English
21:35 03 Oct 20
Highly recommended they did an amazing job! Very reasonable and super friendly! Thank you again for great service!
Brian Loesch Sr
02:18 19 Sep 20
I've been taking my cars to Rio Imports Repair for probably 30 years or so (both imports and domestic). Service is always top-notch, prompt, and correct. Roger and his team do the job right the first time. I've never felt taken advantage of. Don't hesitate to take your cars there too when in need of repair!
Scott Tozour
13:47 18 Sep 20
I took my wife's VW Eos to Rio Imports for a major repair. Roger is great and they did a great job fixing her car. After years of visiting the local dealership I will never go back to them. Rio Imports is my go to mechanic from now on. Not only did they do a great job but they did it in half the time they told me and for less than they quoted me.
Alex Tamayo
11:14 09 Sep 20
Good work done on time professional high quality. I will continue to go for my repairs to Rio Imports.
Allen Kleiman
13:59 08 Sep 20
I was recommended to Rio by a non-German car mechanic for my BMW, and I’m glad they did. My clutch needed replacing (I knew a throw out bearing had failed) and while I often do my own work, I hire out for transmission/clutch issues. But from the time I phoned, through the final completion of the job, Rio impressed. The quality, Professionalism, time to repair, and costs were all positively outstanding. Therefore, I recommend Rio for any of your foreign/German car service needs.. and without hesitation. -Allen K., Seminole
JASON D
13:34 08 Sep 20
Highly recommend Rio Imports! Quality and trustworthy work at a fair price.
Peter Blackerby
02:14 19 Aug 20
Robert M
21:47 11 Aug 20
Mario
13:58 10 Aug 20
Roger was referred to me from a very close friend of mine and I couldn't be happier. Professional, caring, and reasonable. I will be coming back for sure.Thank you for your work!
Becca Borland
23:11 04 Aug 20
Reginald Sherman
14:35 27 Jul 20
Roger and his staff at Rio have always been very knowledgeable, prompt, professional, courteous, and much cheaper than the dealership. I've owned 3 BMWs over the last 15 years and once the dealer's warranty expires, I've always trusted Roger with my service and repair needs.
Nicole Ngoc
00:45 22 Jul 20
Raquel Rolston
16:56 13 Jul 20
Excellent job. And the most trustworthy mechanic I have had in the Tampa bay area!
Kevin Taylor
13:38 06 Jul 20
Roger at Rio Imports has been taking care of two Mercedes for me since the fall of 2019. He has been diligent with both vehicles despite them having what I would call frequent and complicated issues. He has worked with the extended warranty company to get issues covered despite their attrition and unwillingness to cover repairs that would seemingly be non-issues. He answers calls, is polite and friendly, and always prompt with service time. He genuinely seems to know and understand how difficult it is to be without transportation. Keep up the good work!
Reed Golliher
13:24 22 Jun 20
RIO is great! They did a great job on my GLE and saved me a lot of money compared to what the dealership was gonna charge me. Dont take your car anywhere else!
Rhonda Rodrigues
11:24 28 May 20
I wanted to say a big thank you for such Amazing work you did on my Audi A8L.You have Amazing people Working for you that do the job right the first time.Affordable prices for what I needed to fix my Audi’s issues.I will recommend everyone, as my loyalty is to anyone who does what they say they will do.Thank you for always being there for my cars through the 18 years.
Rachel Munsen
19:08 26 May 20
Peder Christensen
15:50 20 May 20
I’ve been having my cars worked on by RIO for twenty years, great people that care about their customers and always do a great job! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to have their car worked on by honest mechanics.
Kent Friedrichsen
06:30 24 Apr 20
I been going to RIO for service on for all my import car needs. Rodger at RIO is the real deal. He knows Imports, listens to the customer needs, communicates in timely fashion and does Quality work at much better price then your dealer and he gets your vehicle in and out. He also always follows up after there service a week or so later to make sure your satisfied. Highly recommend!
Barbara Sciarappa
13:52 16 Mar 20
Roger went out of his way to repair my car correctly. Thanks
Christine Cobleigh
14:54 20 Feb 20
We have just purchased a new to us BMW that was overdue for an oil change and the battery was starting to fade. We had purchased the battery prior to learning it had to be registered to the vehicle. Rio Imports squeezed us in and gave us a great deal. We will continue to use Rio for all our new baby's needs. What great people.
MJ M
22:39 14 Feb 20
The best in town.
Blue Riley
16:33 12 Feb 20
There's just no B.S. with these people. Good work everytime, the first time.
Cynthia Ailey
14:56 10 Feb 20
I had a dilemma with my 2014 Volvo S60 and needed a MAJOR repair done. As Rio Imports Repair was referred to me, I connected with Roger about the job. Roger was confident he could handle the job, his quote was significantly less than that dealer, and the repair work was done in record time. I have nothing but good things to say about the experience, and definitely will take the Volvo to Rio if any future repairs are needed. Thanks again, Roger, for getting us back on the road!
Steve Brown
14:45 03 Feb 20
Roger was very professional and courteous. He was very thorough in explaining issues! I would definitely recommend!
Derek Scheib
17:27 30 Jan 20
Bought a used vehicle and took it to the BMW dealer to check out a strong exhaust smell. They gave me a list of $4400 worth of recommended repairs (one being $750 to change the o ring on the dipstick tube and another $700 to change the oil pan gasket), none of them having to do with the smell.Roger called me within a few hours of dropping off the car at Rio and informed me of the real issue, quoted an incredibly fair parts and labor price, and had the car ready the next day. He even took the time to show me the old part he replaced and explained what the issue was. Definitely recommended.
Darroll Roberts
20:01 24 Jan 20
jeff c
17:58 16 Jan 20
Roger Rodrigues excellent deal and thank you for finding us our car that was exact to our specifications even down to the color of thee interior. Excellent dealership and repair service, highly recommended!!
Emina Memic
20:43 05 Dec 19
I wish I would have found Roger's shop as soon as I bought my car back in January of last year. I have a 2015 Audi A4 that was hit while I was parked at work. Roger completely repaired the dent in the bumper and repainted it in three days. You can't even tell there was ever a dent. He also took care of my 45K service (which came out way cheaper than what the dealership quoted). It's also nice to be a female and not feel taken advantage of when needing car repairs/maintenance. Highly recommend Roger's shop! I know I've found the one shop I can trust.
Ben Johnston
12:15 04 Dec 19
We got great service and a good price on convertible repairs for our Mercedes
Daniel Bonilla
02:30 22 Nov 19
Funny story...so Roger approaches me one day as he notices my BMW parked next to his vehicle in a shopping center. He introduces himself and hands me his business card letting me know if I need anything done to give him a try. I generally toss those types of things out, but I figured it wouldnt hurt to hold onto it. About a month later my break pad replacement notification comes on. I make some phone calls and everyone is charging between $400-$500 just to replace my 2 front break pads. I then remember Roger's business card I left in my center console. I give him a call and he charges me a lot less than everyone else and guarantees me that I will get my vehicle back the same day. It seemed to good to be true so I checked the Google reviews and sure enough it was excellent which made me feel comfortable trusting him with my car. End result is a satisfied customer at an awesome rate. He will be my go to moving forward as I need my hood to be realigned as well. -2015 BMW 328i xdrive owner-
Trina Williams
16:33 18 Nov 19
Rio Imports gives great service at a fair price. I would recommend anyone to this repair company. I have a Merceds that had some issues and it was repaired and fixed in a few days. I appreciate your hard work and customer service. Special thanks to Roger your an Angel😊
Renee Andrews
19:45 12 Nov 19
I dropped my car off before a 7 day business trip and picked it up as soon as I got back. A great job was done!!! A hard dent on my driver side door, a cracked bumper, a crooked fender and a cracked grill was all fixed perfectly! Fairly priced and very kind people! Thank you for your service!!!
Dane Johnston
18:01 08 Nov 19
We had an awesome experience with Rio Imports. Roger went out of his way to ensure that we were able to get our car fixed with a quick turn around time. This is a great shop that is reputable and saved use a ton of money over the dealer. We will not hesitate to call on them in the future to work on our cars!
David Hodges
16:04 04 Nov 19
My 83' 380SL was a mess. Rodger and his team walked me through everything that was needed - step by step. When I received the car back it was working better than ever, at the price quoted, and in the timeframe expected. I have had this car worked on in Chicago, Scottsdale, and Honolulu. It has never been worked on by such experts who knew ever little nuance of this machine. No one touches this car but RIO!
Lynda Carter
17:19 30 Oct 19
Friendly, trustworthy/honest and reasonable. Great job!
Rob Harty
19:34 25 Oct 19
On time, fairly priced and most importantly done right
Dragan Selak
19:46 17 Oct 19
Rio Imports has take care of me and my brother on 4 different occasions and Roger absolutely took good care of us. Super fast and great Service!
Trish L
13:54 17 Oct 19
I own a Mini and have not had great service at the Mini dealership, so I was in search of an alternative. Roger at Rio was referred by another mechanic. He was punctual, a straight shooter and gave an accurate estimate. I will return because his service was timely and less expensive than the dealership. Thank you!
Mark Kimmelman
16:00 17 Sep 19
Libby Even
16:38 12 Sep 19
Amazing, amazing work!!! Cannot say enough good things about the high quality work performed by Roger and his group. Thank you!!!
Amy Marzano
18:18 03 Sep 19
Superior professional service. Turn around time was sooner than expected. I couldn’t be more pleased. I would recommend this shop to anyone looking for an auto repair.
Randolph Small
23:19 27 Aug 19
t freeman
21:28 29 Jul 19
My wife and I have been taking our cars to Rio Imports Repair and are always very happy with the service and price. This is a family owned and operated business and Roger treats all of his customers like old friends. I’ve referred coworkers and they’ve always been impressed. You won’t find a better auto repair shop in the Tampa Bay area!
Jonathan Trejo
20:17 17 Jul 19
Really good,have my x5 fix .
Fernando Montini
15:03 15 Jul 19
I contacted Rio to work on my Jeep’s AC after finding out that my car needed a condenser replaced. I was told that my car had a new system and few shops could service the AC besides the dealer. After speaking with Roger, he agreed to purchase a machine to be able to service my vehicle - he went above and beyond, brought the machine next day and fixed the issue. I’d definitely go back to Rio if I need help with my vehicles in the future.
Scott Sumner
13:14 11 Jul 19
Jonathan Huie
02:16 30 Jun 19
Took Porsche Boxster for repair of convertible top and dent removal. Rio did a really great job for less than one third of what Porsche dealer would have charged. Since then, we have had both mechanical and body work done on our Acura as well as Porsche, and Roger always takes wonderful care of us and our cars.
Mary Larsson
15:40 28 Jun 19
We have dealt with Rio imports for years for our BMW's and really like their personalized service. And their quality work along with fair prices they definitely beat going to a dealership.Mary Larsson
Ronald Koenig
15:33 24 Jun 19
My husband and I have been Rio Imports customers for over 30 years. First with Jack who started the business and Roger working side by side since he was able to walk. We TRUST Rio Imports. They always operate with integrity. Their advice and recommendations are given with the best interests of their customer. They investigate and offer alternatives, set the proper expectations, charge a reasonable price for high quality work. We are in Tampa and travel across the Bay. We will not take our vehicles for repairs or maintenance to anyone else. I highly recommend Rio Imports!
Guille V
23:19 22 Jun 19
Buen servicio.
rick carter
13:17 17 Jun 19
Excellent, responsive, professional service at a fair price. A couple of no charge services. Very personable. Great work Roger and team
Joseph Granieri
18:16 15 Jun 19
Took my car to another shop to get my struts replaced before a long trip to Tennessee. They told me it was going to be $$$$ and not done till probably just before I needed to leave if not after. I couldnt do that, so I took my car to RIO Imports where Roger was able to get my car worked into his schedule for the day and get me back in my car by that night. Thank you Roger and RIO Imports for everything. You will be my go to from here on.
chris bateman
16:13 13 Jun 19
Finding RIO imports was a saving grace to me and my old Audi. Great service, fair prices and awesome work!
Tom Buonasera
13:47 23 May 19
Great service and honest.
Chris Arsenault
18:53 20 May 19
Thanks Rio Imports for the great job taking care of my car last week. As always you communicate clearly and provide the needed service at a good price. Roger and his dad Jack have been taking care of my cars since I had my first BMW in 1987. They maintained my cars as they grew older and kept me going at a fair price. I always trust the diagnosis and advice I get from Rio. Over the years I have also bought two pristine used BMWs from them that they service for me.
Kathleen Schroeder
13:49 20 May 19
Rio provides great work, quick service and fair pricing. They did a great job on my older Mercedes and discovered a couple of issues that needed attention before they became a really big problem. Thanks for taking care of us, Roger.
Samuel Battaglia
15:29 13 May 19
Great customer service and affordable. I refuse to take my car anywhere else but Rio automotive. These guys are the best in the business!
Steve Wolff
13:31 13 May 19
Found Rio and Roger on the internet. Reviews read well so I decided to give him a try. Have now used him twice in two months and can’t say enough good - honest, does what he says he will in the time quoted. Historically i’ve used a dealer for repairs but Rio has ALL my future business (hopefully there’s not a lot but...)!
David
23:54 10 May 19
Roger and the guys did an awesome job repairing my Mercedes C300. Great service at a great price. Rio Imports has been working on my car for years! I wouldn't take it anywhere else...
Leonard Seawell
13:31 10 May 19
I called Roger when I was considering buying an old model BMW Z 3 Roadster and needed an expert opinion. He was thorough, careful and responsive and the cost was very reasonable. I would highly recommend him to anyone considering buying an older high end automobile. L H S
Ann Valente
16:43 09 May 19
Roger at Rio Imports always does a great job on our Mercedes! Would highly recommend Rio Imports!!
Wesley Jensen
14:06 09 May 19
Rio Imports has always done great work on my cars. I wouldn’t take my cars anywhere else. Highly recommend.
Michael Capano (Famiglia Cigars)
15:42 07 May 19
Rio Imports has been doing the work on my car since moving to Florida almost 4 years ago. I won't let anyone else touch my car. Always upfront and honest.
gillian barnes
18:27 06 May 19
Roger has worked on my 06 3 series a couple times now, and both times he has been thorough, professional and honest in terms of what needs to be done, and how much it will cost. He is my "go-to" guy from now on. Very highly recommend him!
jeff halma
16:44 06 May 19
I’ve been going to Rio imports for all my vehicle repairs for 30 plus years. There has never been a reason to go anywhere else for any needed car repairs or advice on vehicle maintenance.Reliable and honest.
Jeri Fiesco
14:52 06 May 19
Rio Imports Repair is the only auto repair shop I would ever consider taking my car to in Pinellas county!This shop has an excellent reputation for many - many years as being the place that even dealers bring their cars to that their mechanics can’t fix! They have been a family owned business since the beginning and I actually feel like family when I’m there. They are honest and fair with their pricing, unlike the dealerships! I own a C300 Mercedes and I will never take my car back to the Mercedes dealerships in the area ever again! Go see Roger and get ready to be treated honestly!!!
Caroline Evans
12:19 02 May 19
My family has used Rio for years on all our imports. Very reliable and great service!
John Fullerton
13:32 22 Apr 19
Ivan Marcano
22:41 06 Apr 19
Trey Pittman
21:04 25 Feb 19
John Webb
00:33 27 Sep 18
Finally found a reputable mechanic that is trustworthy and reliable. I’ve taken my BMW and Mercedes to them and got incredible work done at very reasonable prices. Ask for Roger he will take care of you.
Colleen Henry
20:22 27 Jul 18
Frederick Longacre
19:02 19 Mar 18
Roger is skilled, attentive to minor flaws and does the best job at a fair price. Outstanding shop.
J D Bar
13:18 24 Feb 18
Family owned. Business and highly recommend! I owned an older BMW. It was always repaired properly at a fair price. Very honest. Highly recommend. Ms.M
Cal Renfro
13:32 30 Nov 17
William Stenger
02:18 24 Sep 17
Trustworthy
Vicki Byers
16:33 27 Aug 17
Danielle Machado
16:06 11 Sep 14
I have a 2009 Audi A4, and we had an incident where part of a garage ceiling crashed down upon my hood and passenger-side fender. I normally only take my car to the dealership, but heard really great things about Rio Imports.I was very impressed with the result. The quote was less than the dealership, it took them exactly the amount of time quoted, and my car looks incredible! You can't even tell there was ever damage, their craftsmanship is superb. And to top it off, they detailed my car as well. My car looks brand new.Big thanks to Roger and the crew at Rio!
