Veteran Owned · Family Driven · Johns Island, SC
When the lot empties and the lamps come on, the work doesn't stop. It gets quieter, and more exact. A coastal garage for the cars and boats in your life, from the daily-driven Tahoe to the weekend Porsche 911. Dealership-level capability, kept by a Coast Guard veteran who answers the phone and writes in plain English.
Two Drivers, One Garage
We built the shop for the daily driver and the weekend car alike, and we take them all seriously.
The Daily Driver
We know life doesn't slow down. Whether you're commuting to Mount Pleasant or shuttling the kids to swim meets, we're here to keep your vehicle dependable with honest advice and repair plans that fit your budget.
The Weekend Car
You spend your weekends here to relax, without worrying about your car. Whether it's a spirited drive down scenic roads or the occasional track day, we're here to care for your vehicle with precision, respect, and the attention to detail it deserves, so it's ready when you are.
Standards, Kept After Dark
Daylight or lamplight, the same standards hold. This is the part of the garage that doesn't change with the hour.
The Work
The same six service lines for everyone who comes in. The difference is how each one applies to you: your car, your weekend, your mileage.
Oil, fluids, filters, the unglamorous work done right.
Oil change between school drop-off and the grocery run. Out by lunch.
Synthetic on the schedule the manual actually wants. Not what the dealer pushes.
Pads, rotors, struts, and the second opinion you (really) want.
The Tahoe stops in less than a football field again. Family fleet, family safe.
PCCB inspection, OE pads, no overspray on the calipers. Track-ready if you ask.
Mounted, balanced, aligned. Steering you forgot how good felt.
All-seasons mounted, balanced, rotated. Pulls fixed. Steering wheel level again.
PS4S or Cup 2s, hunter alignment, corner weights on request. Geometry, not guesswork.
Porsche, BMW, Mercedes, Range Rover. Dealership-level hands.
Range Rover, Volvo, the German wagon you bought used. Factory-trained, fair pricing.
911, M5, G-wagen, V12 Vantage. Service intervals respected, paperwork intact.
Scan tools and the time to read what they actually say.
We take the time to explain what's wrong, what needs attention, and what can wait, so you can make the decision that's right for you.
From performance cars to weekend cruisers, we have the tools and expertise to keep your vehicle performing at its best.
Buy with confidence. Honest answers you can understand before you make one of the biggest decisions for your vehicle.
Whether you're buying your next family vehicle or your teen's first car, we'll perform a thorough inspection and give you a clear, easy-to-understand report, so you know exactly what you're getting before you buy.
From classics to performance cars, we'll inspect every detail with the care and expertise these vehicles deserve. Our goal is simple: give you the confidence to buy with peace of mind.
About the Garage
Magic Automotive Solutions starts from a simple belief: people deserve repair services they can trust. Veteran owned and operated, family driven. Dealership-level capability with the personal attention of a local, family-owned business.
As we grow, we are honored to carry forward the lifelong legacy of Fipps and Sons Garage, a name that served this community for eight decades. Our purpose is to preserve what made it meaningful, build on its foundation, and keep the trust it earned.
Left at the Desk
Thank you, Mike, for a magnificent, quality repair job on my 2009 Taurus with the destroyed spark plugs and the dry rotted valve cover gaskets. Your professionalism, expertise, and overall care for my vehicle has totally convinced me that I have found the best auto mechanic in the Charleston area. Magic Marine and Automotive Solutions LLC is the only company I use or recommend; and I recommend them highly, 100%, satisfaction guarantee, with a service!
Magic Marine and Automotive Solutions was extremely attentive to detail + highly responsive during the repair process.
Plan Your Visit
An appointment is encouraged but never required. Walk-ins are welcomed in the order they arrive, as weather, tide, and lift availability permit.
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3188 River Rd
Johns Island, SC 29455
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