About Us

Model Garage Inc. has been serving Waterbury and the surrounding area since 1958. The owners, David Jesensky and his son Kyle Jesensky have over 60 years of combined automotive industry knowledge. We are a family owned business and take pride in the fact that our customer service is one step above the rest. It’s our goal to make sure you feel like part of the family. Our shop is a certified ASE facility as well as certified Connecticut Emissions repair location. Model Garage is also an Emissions test center and LifeSafer breathalyzer location. We maintain your warranty and perform your factory scheduled maintenance with services and repairs ranging from the simplest to most complicated automotive issues.

Why Choose Model Garage?

01.

We are an ASE Certified as well as a CT Emissions Repair Facility

Trust our certified technicians to get you the results needed to pass Connecticut State Emissions Inspection. We are knowledgeable on all makes and models of vehicles. Repairing vehicles is what we are good at, let us help you.

02.

We Are You!

At Model Garage we understand being without your vehicle is not a viable option in today's world. Just like you, we understand it’s hard to put your trust and money confidently into other's hands. We stand behind our work and make sure each customer is given top notch work at the best price point possible.

03.

Customer service

The needs of our clientele are prioritized. We like to have multiple approaches to solving problems whenever possible, giving our customers the best outcome based on their individual needs and situations.

Our Services

Auto Repair

Wheel Alignments

Tire Mounting and Balance

Brake Services

Engine Repair

Fuel & Water Pumps

Filter Replacements

A/C Service

Cooling System

Power Steering

Transmission Service

Axles & C.V. Boots

Timing Belts

Fluid Leak & Detection

Check Engine Diagnosis & Repair

Lube Oil & Filter

Fuel Induction Service

Tune-ups

Electrical Diagnosis & Repair

Suspension & Chassis

Shocks & Struts

Fan Belts & Hoses

Trip Inspection & Preparation

Exhaust Repair

State Emissions Inspection

Same-Day Service for Emission Testing

Certified Emissions Testing Center

No appointment needed

Lifesafer Interlock Device Service Station

Model Garage provides quick and easy ignition interlock device installations and service. Lifesafer’s vehicle breathalyzer systems are compact, discreet, and easy to use, making your drive as effortless as possible! Get your iid installed today, handled by one of our certified installation technicians. Give Lifesafer a call to set up an appointment.

Reviews

Don't Take Our Word For It.
Hear What Our Customers Are Saying!

Outstanding! Was traveling through and experienced trouble with front wheel. I called to see if they could help. Guy said “you’re traveling through? I’ll try to free up a lift”. It took me 10 minutes to get there. When I pulled in, they freed up a maintenance bay and pulled my truck right in. Diagnosed issues immediately.

Ken Anderson

Very nice staff. For emissions, just pull up and line up in the designated area, and wait in your car until it's your turn. When you're up, you can wait in the waiting room. Pretty quick and painless process, and mechanic knows how to drive stick well. Will be back with all my cars.

Peter Baratta

They been around for years, very reliable & honest. It's the place to go for auto repairs, and emissions 👍

Deborah Fisher

The best place in Waterbury to bring your car. Don’t go anywhere else. They are honest and do great work

Joe DiVincenzo

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