Johnson Family Motors Built on Transparency Driven by Family

Welcome to Johnson Family Motors. We are more than just a dealership or a repair shop; we are a team of automotive enthusiasts dedicated to keeping our community on the road. From reliable daily drivers to specialized Subaru service, our world revolves around the cars that keep you moving.

Johnson Family Motors was founded in 2012 with a simple but clear mission: to provide high-quality used vehicles in Utah to our neighbors. As a family-owned business, we aimed to break the mold of the typical used car experience. We focused on transparency, fair pricing, and sourcing vehicles that we would feel safe putting our own family members in. Over those first few years, we didn't just sell cars; we built relationships.

As we grew, we developed a deep appreciation and technical understanding of one brand in particular: Subaru. Living in Utah, we know these vehicles are essential for conquering our canyons, snow, and daily commutes.

We realized that Subaru owners needed an alternative to the dealership—a place that offered expert-level automotive repair, testing, and evaluation but with the personal touch and value of a local independent shop.

In 2018, we officially opened our service department to the public, establishing ourselves as Independent Subaru Specialists. What started as maintaining our own inventory evolved into a full-service destination for Subaru owners across the Wasatch Front. Whether it’s head gaskets, timing belts, or routine maintenance, our team has the specialized training and tooling to handle it all.

Our love for machinery doesn't end when the shop lights go out. If you follow us online, you might see our adventures with Tin Grille Hunters.

This is our personal tribute to the classic Tin Grille Dodge Trucks. We have a deep respect for the history and engineering of these vintage workhorses, and we love hunting for them and bringing them back to life in our spare time.

Please note: While we love showing off these classic trucks, we are not a restoration shop. Tin Grille Hunters is strictly our personal hobby and passion. We leave the restoration work to the weekends so we can focus 100% on keeping your Subarus running safely and efficiently during the week.

Whether you are here to buy your next vehicle or schedule a specialized Subaru service, we are glad you’re here.

Johnson Family Motors Est. 2012 | Independent Subaru Service Specialists since 2018

 At Johnson Family Motors, we believe in mastering our craft to provide the highest quality automotive repair for your daily driver. Our focus is strictly on mechanical repair and maintenance to ensure your vehicle runs smoothly.

While we enjoy vintage trucks in our free time, our business hours are dedicated 100% to enhancing modern vehicle reliability and safety.

• Independent Subaru Specialist Care: We offer expert testing, evaluation, and repair tailored to the unique needs of Subaru Boxer engines and Symmetrical AWD systems.
• Subaru Transmissions & CVTs: Our specialized Subaru service includes maintenance and repair for Subaru Continuously Variable Transmissions (CVTs), covering fluid exchanges, valve body repairs, and full transmission replacements.
• Major Engine Repairs: We handle head gaskets, timing belts, water pumps, and turbo replacements with precision.
• Routine Maintenance: Our services include engine maintenance services, differential services, coolant flushes, and filter replacements to keep your vehicle in top shape.
• Brakes & Suspension: We take care of pads, rotors, struts, and control arms—essential for navigating Utah’s canyon roads safely.
• Testing & Evaluation: We troubleshoot check engine lights, electrical issues, and drivability concerns to ensure your vehicle’s performance.
• Pre-Purchase Inspections: We help you understand the true condition of used vehicles in Utah before you make a buying decision.

• Vintage/Classic Restoration: We do not accept projects for full vehicle restoration.
• Body Work & Paint: As a mechanical shop, we do not handle dents, collision damage, or rust repairs.
• Interior/Upholstery: We do not repair seat fabric, headliners, or carpets.
• "Tin Grille" Work: While you may see our personal vintage Dodge trucks around the shop or online, these are strictly a private hobby. We do not source, sell, or restore vintage trucks for customers.

 Your Subaru is a unique machine. From the flat "Boxer" engine to the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and CVT transmission, it requires specific fluids, parts, and knowledge to run correctly.

Many general repair shops try to fix everything, but "Jacks of all trades" can often miss the nuances of your specific vehicle. On the other hand, the dealership offers expertise, but often at a premium price and with a corporate feel.

At Johnson Family Motors, we offer the best of both worlds:

• Dealer-Level Expertise: We invest in the specific tooling and software required to properly test, evaluate, and repair modern Subarus—including complex CVT transmission calibrations and head gasket replacements.
• Family-Owned Values: You aren't just a repair order number here. We live in this community, and we treat our customers like neighbors. We focus on transparency—explaining what needs fixing and why, without the high-pressure sales tactics that can be found at some larger automotive repair shops.
• The "Utah" Factor: We drive these cars in the same conditions you do. We know exactly how the Provo Canyon incline affects your transmission and how the salt on I-15 impacts your suspension. We tailor our Subaru service and maintenance advice to our local driving environment, not a generic factory chart.
• Cost-Effective Quality: We use high-quality OEM and equivalent parts to ensure longevity, but our independent structure allows us to offer more competitive pricing than large franchise dealerships, making us a great choice for those looking for used vehicles in Utah.