Downtown Salt Lake City drivers are just 4 miles from our shop—about 10 minutes south on State Street or I-15. We serve everyone from downtown office commuters to University of Utah students to Avenues residents who need a mechanic they can trust.
Salt Lake City driving is uniquely demanding. Between the steep Avenues streets, downtown one-way grid, freeway merging on I-15 and I-80, and winter inversions that mean cold starts for months, your vehicle works harder than most people realize.
Scott's Auto & Clutch is Salt Lake City's trusted auto repair shop, located just south of downtown in South Salt Lake at 144 W Crystal Ave. For over 35 years, we've served Salt Lake City drivers throughout the Avenues, Capitol Hill, Downtown, 9th & 9th, and surrounding neighborhoods with honest automotive repair. Our specialty is clutch and manual transmission repair, but we handle all makes and models for brakes, CV axles, timing chains, exhaust, and complete auto service.
Getting here: From downtown Salt Lake City, take State Street or West Temple south for about 4 miles—we're at Crystal Ave, just north of 3900 South. From the Avenues or Capitol Hill, take State Street south directly to our shop. From I-15, take the 3300 South exit. Most Salt Lake City locations are within 10-15 minutes of our shop.
Salt Lake City is Utah's capital and largest city, home to over 200,000 residents in the city proper and 1.2 million in the greater metro area. Founded in 1847, the city is headquarters to major corporations, world-class universities, and internationally recognized healthcare systems. The Wasatch Mountains immediately to the east provide access to some of the best skiing in North America—Alta, Snowbird, Park City, and Brighton are all within 45 minutes. The city's downtown core is undergoing significant growth and development.
Scott's Auto & Clutch is at 144 W Crystal Ave, South Salt Lake, UT 84115 — centrally located and easy to reach from across the Salt Lake Valley. Here are some well-known Salt Lake City area landmarks and how they connect to our shop.
The University of Utah is Utah's flagship public research university, home to over 32,000 students on a 1,534-acre campus in the foothills above Salt Lake City. It's a major medical and research institution, home to University of Utah Health, and consistently ranked among the top research universities in the US.
U of U students and staff: take the TRAX Red Line south to Central Pointe. Our shop is a 3-minute walk from the station.
Liberty Park is a 110-acre urban park in central Salt Lake City at 600 E 900 South—the largest park in the city and one of the oldest in Utah. It features a swimming pool, tennis courts, a bird sanctuary, an amusement area, and miles of pathways. The park draws residents from the surrounding 9th & 9th, Liberty Wells, and Central City neighborhoods.
If you live near Liberty Park, we're just a quick drive south on 700 East to 3300 South, then west to Crystal Ave.
City Creek Center is an upscale outdoor mall in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City at South Temple and Main Street, adjacent to Temple Square. With over 100 stores, it's the premier retail destination in the city's core. The surrounding downtown district includes the Energy Solutions Arena, Capitol Theatre, and dozens of restaurants and offices.
From downtown, take I-15 south to the 3300 South exit—we're just east of the freeway at 144 W Crystal Ave.
The Avenues is a historic residential neighborhood on the hillside above downtown Salt Lake City, known for its Victorian and craftsman architecture, steep grid streets, and strong neighborhood character. The area's elevation and hilly terrain make it one of the most demanding neighborhoods for manual transmission vehicles in the state.
Avenues drivers: your clutch and brakes work harder than any other neighborhood in SLC. We see that wear pattern constantly.
We handle everything from clutch repair and brake service to timing chains, CV axles, exhaust, and cooling systems — all makes and models, domestic and import.
Based on 35+ years of serving Salt Lake City drivers, here are the repairs we're called on most often and why local driving conditions create the demand:
Expert clutch diagnostics and replacement for all makes and models.
View serviceCV joint replacement, CV axle repair, and CV boot service.
View serviceBrake pads, rotors, calipers, and complete brake system repair.
View serviceTiming chain repair and replacement to prevent engine damage.
View serviceWater pump repair and replacement to prevent overheating.
View serviceMuffler repair, exhaust pipe replacement, and leak repair.
View serviceWe're 4 miles from Salt Lake City—a quick drive to 144 W Crystal Ave in South Salt Lake. Many Salt Lake City customers drop off their vehicle and take TRAX to work from our nearby Central Pointe station.
Absolutely. Salt Lake City is one of our most common service areas. We've been serving Salt Lake City drivers since 1990 and understand the specific driving conditions and wear patterns that come with the area.
Most Salt Lake City drivers reach us via State Street or I-15 to the 3300 South exit. We're at 144 W Crystal Ave, just west of State Street. Call (801) 485-4089 if you need turn-by-turn directions.
Scott's Auto & Clutch has been rated among Salt Lake City's trusted independent mechanics since 1990. With over 35 years of experience, honest pricing, and a satisfaction guarantee, we've built a reputation for quality auto repair that Salt Lake City drivers rely on.
The steep streets in the Avenues are particularly hard on clutches, brakes, and suspensions. We specialize in these exact repairs and understand the wear patterns that Avenues driving creates. Our 35+ years of Salt Lake City experience means we know what to look for.
Contact Scott's Auto and Clutch today for honest service and expert repairs.
144 W Crystal Ave, South Salt Lake, UT 84115