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title: The 3 Best Transmission repair shops in Lexington | Local Three
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updated: 2026-11-04
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Lexington · Transmission repair shops

# The 3 Best Transmission repair shops in Lexington

2027 Edition

Three transmission repair shops in Lexington worth calling first, chosen from 11 local companies on their public record. Here is why each one made it.

Updated November 4, 2026 By the Local Three editors [How we select](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-select/)

In short

Of the 11 transmission repair shops we reviewed in Lexington, these three had the strongest records: 370 public reviews between them, averaging 4.8 out of 5.

Local Three editors · November 4, 2026

Editor's Pick

## [Brian's Bluegrass Automotive](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-5c9e43c172914e19/)

**4.9** from 118 reviews

Based in

Lexington

Coverage

Based in Lexington

### Why we picked them

The strongest overall record of the 11 transmission repair shops we reviewed in Lexington: rating, review volume, recent activity and years in business, taken together.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 859-252-7426](tel:+18592527426)[Website](http://BriansBGAuto.com/)

Reader Favorite

## [First Stop Auto Care Centers](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-0be1d638b3c98513/)

**4.8** from 188 reviews

Based in

Lexington

Coverage

Based in Lexington

### Why we picked them

More client reviews than any other selection: 188 of them, averaging 4.8 out of 5.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 859-217-2637](tel:+18592172637)[Website](http://www.1ststopautocare.com/)

Selection 03

## [Gearheads Automotive Repair](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-ee1f914b0f5f9b7f/)

**4.8** from 64 reviews

Based in

Nicholasville

Coverage

Based in Lexington

### Why we picked them

A steady public record: 4.8 from 64 reviews.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 859-887-3922](tel:+18598873922)[Website](http://www.gearheadsky.com/)

Beyond the three

## More transmission repair shops in Lexington

Other Lexington companies that met our basic bar. We looked at 11 in all for this work.

- Byrd Automotive Repair 4.7 · 98
- Auto Excel 4.6 · 163
- Bluegrass Auto Repair 4.5 · 134
- B & W Automotive & Repair 4.7 · 38
- AAMCO Transmissions 4.5 · 78
- Powers Transmissions Complete Car & Auto Repair Lexington 4.3 · 98
- AAMCO Transmissions 4.2 · 64
- Sam's Transmission and Auto Care 4.0 · 37

At a glance

## The three, side by side

Comparison of the selected transmission repair shops in Lexington

| | 01 Brian's Bluegrass Automotive | 02 First Stop Auto Care Centers | 03 Gearheads Automotive Repair |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Editor's Pick | Reader Favorite | – |
| Rating | 4.9 · 118 reviews | 4.8 · 188 reviews | 4.8 · 64 reviews |
| In business | – | – | – |
| Budget | – | – | – |
| Free estimate | Ask | Ask | Ask |
| License | Not confirmed yet | Not confirmed yet | Not confirmed yet |
| Based in | Lexington | Lexington | Nicholasville |

Methodology

## How we selected these businesses

Three is a deliberately small number. It forces us to leave out good companies.

[Read the full methodology](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-select/)

1.

**We start with everyone.** 11 transmission repair shops in Lexington, from public listings and review platforms.

2.

**We remove the risky.** No working phone, too few genuine reviews or a weak rating.

3.

**We read the record.** Review volume and recency, years in business and the record checks we could confirm.

4.

**Editors keep three.** And write down who each one suits best.

[How we make money](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-make-money/).

Local facts · Fayette

## Lexington, by the numbers

Public records tell you how busy the trade is and what the rules ask of every job. Read them before you call.

People per square mile

1,162

[Calculated from U.S. Census Bureau 2025 estimates and Gazetteer land area](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025

Land area

283.9 sq mi

[U.S. Census Bureau, 2025 Gazetteer files](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025

Lexington residents

329,751

[U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · July 1, 2025

Population change since 2020: from 322,563 (April 2020 base)

+2.2%

[U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · 2020–2025

Public sources, checked November 4, 2026.

Local guide

## Hiring transmission repair shops in Lexington: what to know first

### Check the license

Look the company up on your state’s license search, and ask for insurance papers sent by the insurer.

### Compare written quotes

Three quotes for the same work, each listing what is not included.

### Ask about the warranty

In writing, clear about what it covers, and transferable if you sell.

### Pay in stages

Pay for finished, inspected stages, not dates. More in [our Lexington cost guide](https://thelocalthree.com/guides/transmission-repair-shops-cost-lexington/).

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Questions

## Questions about transmission repair shops in Lexington

How did the editors choose these transmission repair shops in Lexington?

Editors shortlist businesses with strong ratings and enough reviews, check their records, and choose the final picks against the published criteria. We compared 11 transmission repair shops for Lexington.

Which of these transmission repair shops in Lexington has the best reviews?

Brian's Bluegrass Automotive has a 4.9 rating from 118 public reviews, the highest on this page.

Which of these transmission repair shops has the most reviews?

First Stop Auto Care Centers, with 188 public reviews. A long review history shows how a business handles many jobs.

Are these transmission repair shops licensed?

3 of the 3 businesses here had their state license checked against public records. Each profile shows the source and the date of the check.

How many quotes should I get for transmission repair shops in Lexington?

Get at least three. Use the quote form on this page: only the businesses you tick receive your request.

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