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Aspen Tire & Auto
“The guys at Aspen Tire & Auto are always there for me, listen to what I need done and get it done in record time and I never feel overcharged or taken advantage of.”
Driveshaft & Axle Repair in Wilmington, NC
24 specialists listed · 11 in Wilmington · 2 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
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Wilmington Tire and Auto
“Pulled in without an appointment, I was greeted by Geoid and he was fortunate able to get me right in, I was pleasantly surprised by the very clean and comfortable waiting room with rocking chairs out front.”
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Pro-Bilt Transmission & Clutch
- Warranty
- Work
- Job
“I found out about Danny and Pro-Bilt by asking a friend of mine who owns/operates a very reputable Car Service center in town and he said that he sends all his transmission work to Danny...”
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Cottman Transmission and Total Auto Care
- Call
- Vehicle
- Check in
“Originally told that our truck wouldn't be able to be looked at til after the new year but 2 days BEFORE Christmas our truck was fixed and good as new!”
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Shannon's Auto Service
- Expertise
- Price
- Knowledge
“Each time I had to pay to reinstall another part less than a month I decided to call Shannon and he did it for me aat a very good price and guess what it's been 3 months now and I'm still smiling and praising his job..”
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Avery's Automotive
- Pricing
- Mechanic
- Vacation
“The crew at Averys had to disassemble the entire dashboard just to get to the leaking evaporator core - this entails disconnecting the wiring for the entire dash, removing the steering wheel, airbags, etc...”
Area overview: Wilmington, NC
Of the 24 specialists we list here, 11 are in Wilmington itself and 13 come from towns including Sanford (2, 117 mi), Greensboro (2, 170 mi) and Rocky Point (1, 12 mi). The specialists on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 5,922 reviews; 20 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these specialists on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (93%), quality (93%) and value (75%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the specialists on this page are "diagnosis", "communication" and "fair". 2 are open on Saturdays. The services the specialists on this page list most often on their websites are oil changes (3), brake repair (2), check engine light (2), cooling system (2) and diagnostics (2). 1 shows a license on its website; 4 list staff certifications (ASE) and 8 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 18 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 88 years. 8 offer financing; 2 give free estimates; 8 are family- or locally-owned and 12 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the specialists on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the specialist before you visit.
Data verified October 9, 2026
Listed for drivers in and around Wilmington, NC, these 24 shops work on axles, drive shafts and differentials. What each one says about balancing, custom shafts and warranties comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
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Full Throttle Automotive Service
- Oil
- Truck
- Tia
“Down home friendly, honest, affordable service with a smile 😃 My Technician, Brian, had experience with my particular car model and totally hooked me up with all my auto needs today.”
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Greenfield Transmission Services
- Job
- Mechanic
“Very professional an friendly gave me a date to tow my son's truck in had transmission done within 7 days no more problems with his transmission I would totally recommend them”
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Austins Tire & Auto
“They even pointed out a few more issues that weren't detrimental but could be addressed at some point, and when I say pointed out I mean literally popped the hood and showed me what the issue was.”
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Mintz Auto Services
- Prices
“Best in town best prices Des customer service just the best place in Wilmington North Carolina to get your car worked on let the famous Bubba mintz diagnose your car with the touch of a hand lol best garage in town”
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Atlantic Auto Services Inc
“Fast, affordable and friendly”
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D D Automotive Services
“Great people an awesome job with the service that they provide”
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Mobile Automotive Repairs
- Tow
- He Came to me
- Vehicle
“David was super knowledgeable and determined the problems with my car within five minutes of being under the hood, whereas a few weeks prior a body shop with a tow there could not.”
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East Coast Powertrain
“I had the opportunity to meet these great people a few months ago I had car trouble in Burgaw a few months ago and I called the dealership that I have done business with since I moved to the area and they told me they couldn't help me because they we...”
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L & A South Tire and Auto
“They don't even know or care that I'm a local business owner because everybody is treated the same They have always taken care our small Fleet of work vehicles and any problem that we have they are the first ones we think of.”
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Sanders Garage
- Work
- Vehicle
- Oil
“I have an older 80s model ford truck and they treat my truck as if it was a truck they were working on as their own personal project they have been very timely with every repair I've ever had to give them, extremely nice and professional staff, would...”
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Pinnacle Automotive Inc
- Oil
- Vehicle
- Crew
“I fully expected a mechanic to look it over for 15 minutes and to hear a generic “There's a few rust spots, a few belts that need changing, etc” speech.”
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Midway Tire and Auto
- Oil
- Vehicle
- Mechanic
“Services Tires, Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Steering & suspension replacement, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto engine tuning, Tire rotations, Vehicle Inspection, Wheel alignment, Brakes, Vehicle safety inspection, Brake ...”
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Dakota's Auto
“I Brought Annie, ( an elder and widow from my church) introduced her to Dakota, when I left I had no doubt that she was and would be in good hands, he treated her with respect, honesty, and as always walks with the utmost integrity of shop owners t...”
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Fix it Car Care
“Fast oil change and excellent customer service, 10/10 would recommend!!”
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First Class Automotive
- Diagnosis
- Dealership
- Pricing
“The personal touches they added made the whole process feel special, and the team spirit and friendliness of the staff were truly reminiscent of a 'Cheers'-themed atmosphere.”
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Caseys Tire Pros and Automotive
“I've gone to Casey's a few times for different things and reasons and each time I've left, I was completely satisfied…with the customer service, and the service of my vehicles and everything is always done in a timely manner.”
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Hornsby Tire & Service Center Tire Pros
“All regular maintenance costs are listed in multiple places inside, so there are no surprises if you're going in for something like inspection or tire rotation.”
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RAD Performance
“They have done 2 different lift jobs for us and installed other items we bought, we have ordered several sets of wheels and tires from them, and almost always go there for our tires when needed.”
Driveline Repair Services in Wilmington, NC Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$238
Maximum cost
$2377
National Average
$428
Avg Per Hour Rates
$137
$357
$1011
Average price range is based on 389 cost profiles
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Which shops listed for Wilmington inspect a driveline for free?
2 of the 24 shops say they estimate for free. Bring the vehicle rather than calling, since a driveline noise has to be heard and the shaft has to be seen from underneath before anyone can price the job honestly.