PriceMyFix tracks verified prices at 28 auto repair shops in Marathon, FL across 13 services— oil changes, brakes, tires, alignments and more. Every price is date-stamped from the shop's own website or verified receipt, so you can see what's current before you call. Pick a service below to compare all Marathon shops side-by-side.
28 shops · 30 verified prices · updated June 2026
Marathon, FL is a The Keys community with 2 auto repair shops actively tracked by PriceMyFix — dealerships, chains, and independent garages mixed. Saltwater corrosion is the dominant mechanical issue in the Keys: brake calipers, rotors, and undercarriage components fail faster here than anywhere else in Florida. Plan for brake and suspension service on a shorter cycle than mainland owners. Compare oil change, brake, tire, and alignment prices below — each row is date-stamped from the shop's own website or a verified customer receipt, so you can see what's current before you pick up the phone. Parts shipments into the Keys add 1-3 days to most jobs — shops that stock common service items locally can finish same-day on brakes, tires, and oil changes. Every Marathon price below is date-stamped and sourced from the shop's own website or a verified customer receipt, so you compare real numbers, not estimates.
Oil Change
$29.95 – $59.99
7 Marathon shops priced
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Brake Pad Replacement
$149.95 – $179.99
5 Marathon shops priced
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Tire Rotation
$19.99 – $25.00
4 Marathon shops priced
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Tire Alignment
$79.95 – $99.99
4 Marathon shops priced
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AC Service
$89.95 – $89.99
2 Marathon shops priced
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Coolant Flush
$79.99
1 Marathon shop priced
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Battery Replacement
$129.99
1 Marathon shop priced
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Headlight Restoration
$75.00
1 Marathon shop priced
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Transmission Fluid Change
$149.99
1 Marathon shop priced
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Power Steering Flush
$79.99
1 Marathon shop priced
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Spark Plug Replacement
$129.99
1 Marathon shop priced
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Fuel System Cleaning
$99.99
1 Marathon shop priced
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Engine Diagnostic
$75.00
1 Marathon shop priced
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All Keys RV Mobile Service and Repair
independent · Marathon
Andy & Dave's Garage, Inc.
independent · Marathon
AutoZone Auto Parts
independent · Marathon
Better Buy Muffler Brake and Tires
independent · Marathon
Captain's Marine Electrical
independent · Marathon
DAVIS TIRE THE KEYS (24/7 Mobile Service)
independent · Marathon
Florida Keys Towing INC
independent · Marathon
Happy Campers RV Service & Repair
independent · Marathon
Honesty mobile marine
independent · Marathon
Island Auto Repair
independent · Marathon
Island Tire
independent · Marathon
J & J’s 143 RV Mobile Repair & Services
independent · Marathon
Key West Adventures - Jeep Rentals and More
independent · Marathon
Keys Pro Mechanics
independent · Marathon
Keys Tires And Maintenance LLC
independent · Marathon
Liechty Marine of Marathon
dealership · Marathon
Marathon Auto & Marine Service
independent · Marathon
Marathon Auto Air & Electric
independent · Marathon
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Marathon drivers have access to roughly 28 auto repair shops within the city limits and surrounding 25 miles. That density means most owners can find a qualified independent shop within a short drive, and the competitive pressure keeps quoted prices in a tighter band than smaller markets.
Independent shops in Marathon typically charge $110 to $140 per labor hour. Franchise shops sit slightly higher at $120 to $150. Dealerships run $150 to $200. Across all 13 services we track, the median price difference between the cheapest and most expensive shop in the same city is roughly 30 to 50 percent on identical work, so shopping around pays.
Florida and Georgia heat shortens battery life. Most batteries installed in Marathon fail after three to four years, compared to four to six years in milder climates. Brake-pad wear is also accelerated by stop-and-go traffic, with city commuters seeing pads at the lower end of the 30,000 to 70,000 mile interval. Coastal humidity adds corrosion to brake hardware and exhaust components after about five years of ownership.
The cheapest shop on a price comparison page is not always the right pick. Five checks separate the shops worth your time from the rest.
Routine maintenance in Marathon runs $30 to $130 for an oil change, $150 to $300 for brake pads, $80 to $130 for an alignment, and $25 to $45 for a tire rotation. Larger jobs like coolant flushes and battery replacements typically cost $100 to $200. Quotes vary widely by shop type: independent shops are usually cheapest, then franchise chains, with dealerships charging the most for non-warranty work.
Yes, by a wide margin for non-warranty work. Independent shops typically quote 20 to 40 percent below dealer pricing on identical services. The price comparison on this page lets you see exactly how each shop type prices the same service. Dealers retain an advantage for in-warranty repairs, recall work, and procedures that require manufacturer-specific scan tools.
Every price carries a Last Verified date taken from the shop's own website coupon page or a customer-submitted receipt. Most shops update their published pricing monthly. We re-scrape verified shops weekly and surface the most recent verification date next to each quote so you can confirm the price is current before you call.
Most quick-service jobs (oil change, tire rotation, battery test) accept walk-ins at chains like Take 5, Jiffy Lube, and Mavis. Brake work, alignment, and any repair over an hour of labor usually requires an appointment, especially at independent shops with limited bay capacity. Call ahead during peak Friday and Saturday hours.
Not automatically. The lowest price is a starting point, not a decision. Cross-check the shop name on Google reviews before you book and read the one-star reviews specifically. A shop $30 cheaper that does shoddy brake work costs you more in the long run. The safest play is picking the lowest price among shops with a 4.0-plus Google rating and 50 or more reviews.
