Precision auto repair and performance tuning — right here on 158th Street East. No shortcuts, no surprises, just honest work that keeps you rolling.
Modern engines demand modern tools. We read the codes, find the root cause, and fix it right the first time — no guessing games.
Stopping matters as much as going. We inspect, resurface, and replace brakes and suspension components with parts you can trust.
Whether it's a drawbar pull or daily driver, we tune for your goals — more power, better response, smoother shifts.
Oil changes, fluid exchanges, belt and hose inspections — the kind of preventive care that keeps breakdowns off your to-do list.
From roll cages to custom exhaust — if it needs to be built from steel, we weld it, fit it, and make it hold.
Car won't start? We'll get you moving or get you towed in — same day, no appointment needed. Buckley's got your back.
Strain Racing started as a one-bay operation with a simple idea: fix cars the way you'd want yours fixed — thoroughly, honestly, and without the upsell.
Today we're Buckley's go-to shop for everything from routine maintenance to full performance builds. We've worked on daily drivers, show cars, and everything in between. The common thread is the same standard we held on day one: your car leaves our bay better than it arrived.
We're not a franchise. We're not a chain. We're your neighbors — and we'd rather have your long-term business than your one-time convenience.
We diagnose first, quote second, and never start work without your approval. The price we give is the price you pay — unless you ask for something extra.
We use OEM or equivalent-grade parts. Cheap fixes cost more in the long run, and we'd rather not be the reason you're back in six months.
We live here too. Your recommendation is how we stay in business — and we take that seriously every single day.
We call when we find something. We text when we're running late. And we finish when we say we will — not the day after.
"Brought my truck in for a check engine light that two other shops couldn't figure out. Strain Racing had the answer in under an hour. Honest, fast, and fair — exactly what you want in a local shop."
"They tuned my S13 and the difference is night and day. Smooth idle, better throttle response, and they explained everything they did. These guys actually live and breathe this stuff."
"I've been bringing my family vehicles here for years. They never try to sell me things I don't need, and when something's urgent they make it work. That's rare these days."
Same-day appointments available. No appointment? No problem — just show up and we'll fit you in.
(253) 386-327425703 158th St E
Buckley, WA 98321
Mon – Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat: By appointment
Sun: Closed
