About Godspeed Off-Road
Godspeed Off-Road is Sarasota’s specialist custom 4×4 shop, open since 2015. Three people, 80+ combined years of automotive and manufacturing experience, and one philosophy: build it right or don’t build it at all. We’re not the biggest shop in Southwest Florida — we’re the most particular.
Built by Enthusiasts Who Know the Engineering
Our team brings 94 years of combined experience spanning manufacturing engineering, motorsport, and hands-on automotive craftsmanship. Every build at Godspeed starts with a deep understanding of how these vehicles are engineered from the factory — so every modification is done right, the first time.
Why Godspeed
Specialist, Not Generalist
We only work on trucks, SUVs, Jeeps, Broncos, and off-road vehicles. Not cars, not minivans, not sedans. Every hour of every day is spent thinking about, researching, and building off-road vehicles. This focus means we know the platforms inside and out — the common failure points, the best brands for each application, and the shortcuts to avoid.
Manufacturing-Grade Quality
Our general manager spent 33 years in manufacturing engineering at Cummins Diesel — overseeing quality, service, and production of critical engine components. That deep factory knowledge means every modification we install is engineered to the same tolerances as the original vehicle.
Honest, Direct Communication
You’ll talk to the people who build your vehicle. Not a service writer, not a receptionist. Dan picks up the phone, discusses your build, and oversees every detail. When you pick up your vehicle, we walk you through every modification and answer every question.
We Build What We’d Drive
We’re enthusiasts who happen to run a shop, not a corporate chain following a playbook. If we wouldn’t bolt it onto our own Jeep, we won’t bolt it onto yours. We’ve talked customers out of cheap parts and recommended they wait until budget allows for the right components. That’s the kind of shop we want to be.
Visit the Shop
Location
2858 Clark Road, Sarasota, FL 34231
Located on Clark Road between Beneva and Swift, right behind the strip mall. Easy access from I-75 (Clark Road exit 205). We serve customers from Sarasota, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Venice, Tampa, St. Petersburg, and all of Southwest Florida.
Hours
Monday – Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
Contact
Phone: (941) 343-7262 (Dan’s direct line)
Email: axel.godspeed@gmail.com
What to Expect
Walk-ins are welcome — you don’t need an appointment to come look around, ask questions, or talk about your build. The shop is open, clean, and you’ll see builds in progress. We’re happy to show you what we’re working on.
For build consultations, we recommend calling ahead so Dan can dedicate time to your project without interruptions. Build consultations are free and typically take 30-45 minutes.