Best Auto Repair in Federal Way, WA

24 professionals listed · 4 in Federal Way · 6 open weekends · 18 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

Thurston County Transmission

Thurston County Transmission

(48)
“Matt was unbelievably communicative and upfront regarding the issues with our rig…they tried first to repair what could've been the problem just to make sure they didn't do a full overhaul that would not have been needed.”
Coupons & offersBBB A+Since 1992Family-ownedFinancingLocally owned
Olympia, WA · 32 mi from Federal Way
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Northshore Automotive

Northshore Automotive

(47)
“My husband recently took the car in for a headlight replacement and was told the bulb had melted but they were quick and professional and replaced it for us!”
24-mo/24k-mi warranty$20 off any serviceSince 1981Family-ownedBBB accreditedFinancing
35406 21st Ave SW, Federal Way, WA
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Autobahn Specialists

Autobahn Specialists

(43)
“I'm going to let my friends know about the outstanding service Autobahn provides - as well as the reasonable cost - the knowledge of the technicians and making the experience a positive one!”
ASE-certified techsShuttle serviceSince 1975Family-ownedFree consultationCoupons & offers
Tacoma, WA · 7 mi from Federal Way
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Regal Auto Care Tire Pros

Regal Auto Care Tire Pros

(50)
“I purchased my new tires and rims from Auburn Tire Pros a little over a year ago and as I was traveling to a meeting up North in Everett I got a flat tire and was on the side of the road for hours as AAA came to give me a tow.”
24-mo/24k-mi warranty$50 offSince 1989BBB A+Family-owned
Auburn, WA · 6 mi from Federal Way
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Chuck's Auto Repair

Chuck's Auto Repair

(47)
“They know I can handle small stuff, like cabin filter and wiper blades, so they informed me they need changing and didn't perform those procedures - saved me a nice chunk of service charges.”
Free consultationCoupons & offersASE certifiedSince 1986
Seattle, WA · 22 mi from Federal Way
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Affordable Tire and Brake MLK

Affordable Tire and Brake MLK

(46)
“I wasn't able to get cash out of the ATM and he went out of his way to ensure my tires were all at the right pressure, and accepted a card payment even when the signs said otherwise.”
Coupons & offersBBB A+Since 1998Family-owned
Seattle, WA · 22 mi from Federal Way
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Listed for drivers in and around Federal Way, WA, these 24 shops handle general repair work. What each one says about parts, warranties, financing and fleet accounts comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Federal Way, WA

Of the 24 professionals we list here, 4 are in Federal Way itself and 20 come from towns including Auburn (5, 6 mi), Seattle (4, 22 mi) and Olympia (4, 32 mi). The professionals on this page are rated from 4.2 to 4.9 across 5,683 reviews; all 24 have 50 or more reviews and 18 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these professionals on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (97%), quality (73%) and value (65%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the professionals on this page are "diagnosis", "estimates" and "communication". 6 are open on Saturdays. The services the professionals on this page list most often on their websites are oil change (4), transmission repair (4), wheel alignment (4), brake repair (3) and engine repair (3). 5 list staff certifications (ASE) and 19 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 19 websites of the professionals on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 3 offer financing; 4 give free estimates; 9 are family- or locally-owned and 17 list coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the professionals on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the professional before you visit.

How long have the listed shops been open?

23 of the 24 shops show ten or more years in business. Longevity is not a guarantee of anything, but a repair shop that keeps the same sign over the same door for that long has generally been settling arguments rather than walking away from them.

Performance Prep

Performance Prep

(49)
“Major servicing all makes and models our stolen 2017 Hyundai ELANTRA was fixed in two weeks after they received the car everything is fine could not ask for more thank you all”
36-mo/100k-mi warrantySince 1981Coupons & offersBBB A+
34703 16th Ave S, Federal Way, WA
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Eurocar Service

Eurocar Service

(48)
“Always super helpful, explain what work needs to be done and why and provide clear answers to questions including things like “what's the trade off between doing XYZ now vs.”
ASE-certified techsEuropean car specialistLoaner carsSince 1981BBB A+
Seattle, WA · 22 mi from Federal Way
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Olympic Transmissions & Auto Care

Olympic Transmissions & Auto Care

(47)
“This is one of the very few locations with blessed people that are excellent with their services but not only that, the greatest care and respect is given to the customers as well.”
24-mo/24k-mi warrantyASE-certified techs$25 offSince 2007Family-owned
Olympia, WA · 32 mi from Federal Way
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Sparks Car Care

Sparks Car Care

(41)
“Misdiagnosis, improperly installed cheap parts, and under skilled techs will cost you more in the long run, not to mention the frustration inconvenience of a non-professional repair.”
24-mo/24k-mi warrantyASE-certified techsSince 1985Coupons & offersBBB A+
32627 Pacific Hwy S, Federal Way, WA
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Dave's Valley Auto Clinic

Dave's Valley Auto Clinic

(43)
“I happened to find Dave's Valley Auto Clinic in an online search, took a chance and called them to help decipher a new screechy sound my car was having.”
ASE-certified techsSince 1991
Auburn, WA · 6 mi from Federal Way
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Austin's Pro Max

Austin's Pro Max

(46)
“It is obvious why this company is successful…I won't hesitate to send clients their way for their speciality, mufflers, etc…and maybe the odd job!!!”
ASE-certified techsSince 1998BBB A+Family-owned
Tacoma, WA · 7 mi from Federal Way
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1st Auto Service

1st Auto Service

(43)
“Quick service and resourceful staff, commendable work, keep it up.”
ASE-certified techsSince 1985
Auburn, WA · 6 mi from Federal Way
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Auburn Foreign & Domestic

Auburn Foreign & Domestic

(47)
“I really appreciate not them telling me what wi ll happen - before it happens - and then getting the vewhicle back when (or) before they told me it would be readyl .”
Since 1968Coupons & offersBBB accredited
Auburn, WA · 6 mi from Federal Way
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Auburn Valley Collision Inc

Auburn Valley Collision Inc

(43)
“Came in for body damage repairs and Bob was very clear in communication and made the entire experience smooth and stress free and made my car brand new again!”
Lifetime warrantyAAA-approved49+ yearsCoupons & offersBBB accreditedFamily-owned
Auburn, WA · 6 mi from Federal Way
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Autosys Inc

Autosys Inc

(48)
“Marcus will spend as much time needed to ensure that one understands the issues with one's vehicle, and Mike and Cal ensure that the work is done to excellent standards.”
Coupons & offersSince 2009Family-owned
Redmond, WA · 27 mi from Federal Way
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A1 Japanese Auto Repair

A1 Japanese Auto Repair

(49)
“I trust him personally, because jay is the type of guy who works hard and dedicate his time to fix customers problems and resolve it in a timely manner.”
BBB A+Since 2003
Olympia, WA · 32 mi from Federal Way
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All Auto Repair Xpress

All Auto Repair Xpress

(37)
“I'm very happy with this mechanic shop it's always hard to find a trust mechanics but I found this mechanic shop I will recommend it and very affordable and they work very fast”
24-mo/24k-mi warrantyFree estimatesSince 2006BBB A+Locally owned
Pacific Highway S, Federal Way, WA,
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German Car Service

German Car Service

(44)
“They provided an UBER for my short trip back to the hotel and THEN they came to pick me up after my own difficulty in obtaining a ride share in the area.”
Coupons & offersBBB A+Since 1972
Lacey, WA · 28 mi from Federal Way
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Dodds Automotive

Dodds Automotive

(44)
“I was shown the alignment numbers to prove that there is nothing more to do until the front end starts leaking or parts show other signs of needing replacement.”
Free estimatesCoupons & offersSince 1987
Tacoma, WA · 7 mi from Federal Way
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Ali's Bellevue Auto Repair

Ali's Bellevue Auto Repair

(35)
“I admit I was pretty much a jerk, not having real experience with cars myself, but there's a level of not knowing what's going on to begin with, especially if your original diagnostic determines nothing about follow up issues...”
Coupons & offersBBB accreditedSince 2008
Bellevue, WA · 22 mi from Federal Way
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Gere Auto Repair LLC

Gere Auto Repair LLC

(49)
“Cannot recommend these gentlemen highly enough, only pity being we live too far away for them to be our regular mechanics short of moving to Snoqualmie, which we can't do quite yet!”
BBB A+Since 2014
Snoqualmie, WA · 28 mi from Federal Way
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Daisywagen Foreign Car Service

Daisywagen Foreign Car Service

(49)
“Recently (in the past year) they even have been doing repairs and maintenance on my son's Saturn SL-2, again with the quality, fairness and competence for which they are known.”
Since 1983
Seattle, WA · 22 mi from Federal Way
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Pete Lea's Automotive Medical Center

Pete Lea's Automotive Medical Center

(43)
“Pete and his mechanics don't hunt for or make up problems, unlike many others (like Meineke) and when you get an oil change there the mechanics go over the whole car, including brakes.”
12-mo/12k-mi warrantyAll import/foreign specialist10% off military discountSince 1971
Olympia, WA · 32 mi from Federal Way
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Why these companies made our list

What customers say about professionals in Federal Way

  • “I had an issue with the wiring a couple weeks after install and they fit me right in the next day for warranty work.” — customer of Performance Prep
  • “This is a great car repair place. Very reliable, on-time, reasonable estimate and pricing.” — customer of Sparks Car Care
  • “The last work done was quick and came in under the original estimate.” — customer of Northshore Automotive

Excerpts from public reviews of the professionals listed on this page.

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