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CORPUS CHRISTI ROOTS · SINCE 1978
Honesty and integrity.
Since 1978.
A Corpus Christi transmission shop built on personal service, family values and lasting customer relationships.
Family owned • Serving Corpus Christi since 1978
REAL PEOPLE. DEEP ROOTS.
A local legacy.
A family commitment.
Serving Corpus Christi since 1978. Mark and Rena Rittgers purchased Greatstate in February 2000, continuing a tradition of honest repair and personal service.
Christian, family owned and operated.
1978
The shop opens
2000
Mark & Rena
take the wheel
take the wheel
Today
Still serving
the Coastal Bend
the Coastal Bend
Where honesty and integrity still matter
Greatstate opened in 1978. Mark and Rena Rittgers became the owners in February 2000. Their Christian faith and commitment to family inform the way they approach customers and their work.
When you call, you can discuss your vehicle with the shop. We believe customers deserve to understand the diagnosis and repair options before making a decision.
A local business. A personal commitment.
In February 2000, Mark and Rena Rittgers chose Greatstate because its established values aligned with their own. They continue the tradition of a shop where relationships and honesty matter.
01
Honest conversations
A repair begins with understanding the concern. We want you to know what the inspection found and what the options mean for your vehicle.
02
Family values
Greatstate is Christian, family owned and operated. Mark and Rena’s approach centers on personal service and treating customers like neighbors.
03
Craftsmanship and accountability
In-house transmission builds and manual transmission or clutch repairs have advertised warranty coverage. Ask about the written terms for the work you need.
Local since 1978Corpus Christi, Texas
Family ownedLocally owned. Personally invested.
BBB A+ AccreditedAccountability that matters
ATRA MemberTransmission industry association
Real experiences. Local drivers.
Clutch diagnosis
★★★★★
“Car runs almost brand new now and the repair time was less than a day. Price was way under what I expected”
James Romo
Google review · 5/5
Warranty & follow-up
★★★★★
“They have a great warranty on their work and follow up after a few weeks to top off and make any adjustments if necessary.”
Gypsy Gurl
Google review · 5/5
Transmission rebuild
★★★★★
“For a full transmission rebuild, they were able to finish in 2.5 days and even worked with us on a discount.”
Allison Maloney
Google review · 5/5
Meet the shop behind the name.
Greatstate has served Corpus Christi since 1978. Call or plan a visit to 3487 S Padre Island Dr to discuss your transmission or driveline concern.