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Certified & Trusted Licensed & Insured Family-Owned Since 1983 ★★★★★ 4.6★ on Google · 229 ReviewsTrusted across South Florida
Serving Margate, FL Since 1983

Transmission Repair in
Margate, Florida.

Family-owned transmission repair, custom rebuilds, and diagnostics for Margate drivers — done right the first time, from our Oakland Park shop just a short drive northwest.

Is there a transmission shop near me in Margate?

Yes — Number One Transmissions has repaired and rebuilt transmissions for Margate drivers since 1983, from our Oakland Park shop just a short drive northwest. We handle everything from a slipping automatic to a full custom rebuild — with free diagnostics, honest estimates, ASE-certified techs, and a 1-year / 12,000-mile warranty. Call (954) 535-9393.

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Chris Koulouvaris — Owner Three generations of transmission specialists, hands-on since 1983. Reviewed & updated
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Margate’s transmission specialists since 1983

When your transmission acts up in Margate, you want a specialist — not a general shop that farms the job out. For three generations, the Koulouvaris family at Number One Transmissions has diagnosed, repaired, and rebuilt transmissions for Margate drivers from our shop just a short drive northwest in Oakland Park. A transmission is all we do, all day — so the car that comes in slipping, banging, or stuck in limp mode leaves shifting the way the factory intended.

Between year-round South Florida heat, stop-and-go traffic on State Road 7 (US-441), and the daily grind on Atlantic Boulevard, a transmission in Margate works hard. Whether you’re commuting on Atlantic Boulevard, running errands across Margate on State Road 7 (US-441), or towing on Coconut Creek Parkway, the same failures show up again and again — and we’ve seen every one of them. Owner Chris will tell you straight what’s wrong, what it costs, and what your real options are: a free estimate from ASE-certified technicians, no pressure, no upsell.

Transmission problems we fix for Margate drivers

Caught early, most transmission trouble is a straightforward repair. Ignored, it turns into a rebuild. If your vehicle is doing any of these in Margate, bring it in for a free diagnosis before it gets worse:

Slipping or Flaring

The engine revs but the car hesitates or takes a moment to catch — a classic sign of worn clutches or low line pressure.

Hard or Delayed Shifts

Clunky, jerky, or late shifts (or a hard bang into gear) point to valve-body or solenoid trouble.

No Reverse or No Drive

If a gear drops out or won’t engage, stop driving — that’s an internal failure that gets worse fast.

Leaking Red Fluid

A red or brown puddle under the car means you’re losing transmission fluid — and running low burns clutches quickly.

Burning Smell

A hot, burnt smell means the fluid is overheating and breaking down — common in South Florida heat and towing.

Check-Engine or Limp Mode

Transmission fault codes or “limp mode” (stuck in one gear) need a proper scan, not a guess.

Service

Transmission services for Margate

As a dedicated transmission shop, Number One Transmissions covers the full range for Margate cars, trucks, SUVs and fleets — not just parts-swaps, but real diagnosis and repair:

Process

How we fix your transmission

Every Margate job follows the same honest, four-step process — a solution, not a guess:

Free Diagnosis

We road-test and scan your transmission, check fluid and pressures, and pinpoint the real problem — not a guess.

Honest Estimate

You get a clear, written estimate up front. No work starts without your approval, and the price doesn’t change on you.

Repair or Rebuild

From a solenoid or valve-body fix to a full teardown-and-rebuild with new clutches, seals and hard parts — done in-house by our ASE-certified techs.

Test & Warranty

We test-drive and verify every job before it leaves, then back it with a 1-year / 12,000-mile warranty.

Margate
Serving Margate

Serving Margate from
Oakland Park.

Margate sits a short drive northwest of our Oakland Park shop — east on Atlantic Boulevard, then south to the shop. Drop it off, and we’ll get you a straight answer and a fair estimate.

  • The Shop: 2091 NW 29th Street, Oakland Park, FL 33311
  • Call or Text: (954) 535-9393
  • Hours: Monday–Saturday, 8 AM–7 PM · Closed Sunday

Why Margate drivers choose Number One Transmissions

There are plenty of general repair shops in Broward County — but a transmission is not a job to hand to a generalist. Here’s what Margate drivers get with a dedicated, family-owned specialist:

  • 40+ years, three generations — a true transmission shop, not a franchise or a chain.
  • ASE-certified, licensed & insured, A+ BBB accredited — verifiable expertise you can check.
  • Free diagnostics & honest estimates — the price we quote is the price you pay.
  • 1-year / 12,000-mile warranty on every repair and rebuild.
  • 4.6★ across 229 Google reviews — and nearly every one names owner Chris by name.
  • Veteran & first-responder discount — just ask.
Reviews
4.6★ Google · 229 Reviews

Trusted by South Florida drivers.

★★★★★

“You did a great job, Chris, of rebuilding my transmission. My 1999 Dodge Ram has 391,000 miles and going. Transmission is shifting firm and precise.”

Kyriakos Moforis · Google
★★★★★

“Great price and great service buying a transmission. The owner Chris built a great transmission and shipped it all the way to Northern California for my LS3 build.”

Thaddeus Wiltz · Google
★★★★★

“Chris is the real deal — he knows his stuff and gave me a very fair price. He was the only one who came across as truly honest and trustworthy.”

Brandon Michaels · Google
★★★★★

“Chris was amazing, very knowledgeable. Got me back on the road as promised with zero issues. A1 customer service.”

Michael Barnes · Google
★★★★★

“My transmission was a mess and they not only did a perfect job but they fixed it fast. Chris is very honest and takes pride in his work.”

Juli Nickell · Google
★★★★★

“Chris the owner helped me out so much. Good estimated price and got the job done in two days. My total did not change at all.”

Danielle Brown · Google
★★★★★

“Highly recommend. Jay and Chris got my Ford van back on the road within a day. Communication was thorough.”

Delly Don · Google
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Answers
Margate Transmission FAQ

Margate questions, answered.

Where can I get transmission repair in Margate?
Number One Transmissions serves Margate from our Oakland Park shop at 2091 NW 29th Street, Oakland Park, FL 33311, a short drive northwest. We’re a dedicated transmission shop — repairs, rebuilds, diagnostics and rebuilt units — open Monday to Saturday, 8 AM to 7 PM. Request a free quote or call (954) 535-9393.
How much does a transmission rebuild cost in Margate?
It depends on your vehicle and what our inspection finds. We give Margate drivers a free, no-obligation estimate before any work begins, and we never start without your approval. Call (954) 535-9393 and we’ll walk you through it.
Do you offer free transmission diagnostics?
Yes. Every job starts with a free multi-point inspection and road test so you know the real problem and the real cost up front — no surprise add-ons.
How long does a transmission repair take?
Many repairs are done in a day or two; a full custom rebuild usually takes a few business days. We’ll give you a realistic timeline with your estimate and keep you updated.
Do you work on both automatic and manual transmissions?
Both. Our ASE-certified techs handle automatics, manuals, clutches, CVTs and rebuilds for cars, trucks, and fleets that serve Margate.
Do you offer a warranty?
Yes — every repair and rebuild is backed by a 1-year / 12,000-mile warranty, and we’ve stood behind our work since 1983.
Do you offer discounts for veterans or first responders?
Yes. We offer a special discounted quote for veterans and first responders — just mention it when you call (954) 535-9393.
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Free diagnosis, honest estimate, and a straight answer — for Margate drivers since 1983.