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We have 4 technicians in Charlottesville on file. Only the highest-rated make our list: 3 of them made it, along with 21 from towns including Ruckersville (3, 15 mi), Stanardsville (2, 16 mi) and Afton (2, 20 mi).

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API Service Center

API Service Center

(48)
“Services that I have used include buying and replacing tires, tire rotation, balancing and alignment, replacing the starter, tie rods, power steering, battery, tire pressure sensor, muffler, oil change, brakes, and state inspections.”
In Business Since 1969
Coupons & Offers
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
ASE Certified
1242 Harris St, Charlottesville, VA
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Cma's Colonial Lincoln Service

Cma's Colonial Lincoln Service

(3)
“Bob Kemp and the other staff I dealt with at CMA Lincoln were excellent to work with, knew their stuff, and we're extremely accommodating.”
In Business Since 2019
Coupons & Offers
Offers Financing Options
100 Myers Dr, Charlottesville, VA
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A Brother's Auto Repair

A Brother's Auto Repair

(4)
  • Prices
  • Honest
“From the moment I arrived, through the inspection, and throughout the repair process, they are exceptional professionalism, which made me feel very confident in their services.”
1013 Carlton Ave suit B, Charlottesville, VA
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Goodson's Auto Repair

Goodson's Auto Repair

(49)
“I can't yet speak to any difficult or complicated service needs, but everything I've experienced so far leads me to believe that they are trustworthy and reliable.”
In Business Since 2020
Family Business
Coupons & Offers
Palmyra, VA · 12 mi from Charlottesville
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High Speed Auto

High Speed Auto

(48)
“Top-of-the-line work, amazing people that work there, and the owner is a great guy more than satisfied for the work they do on my vehicles none of my vehicles, nowhere else high speed auto Barbourville, Virginia.”
In Business Since 2007
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Barboursville, VA · 14 mi from Charlottesville
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J & P Automotive

J & P Automotive

(43)
  • Call
  • Messages
  • Price
“I actually didn't end up going here I should have though I ended up at Harris Auto Body and Garage 🙄 wish I never took my truck there upon pickup the truck ran like it was never touched to begin with smh should have went to J&P to begin with problem ...”
Ruckersville, VA · 15 mi from Charlottesville
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Listed for drivers in and around Charlottesville, VA, these 24 shops are general mechanics. What each one states about certifications, warranties and financing comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Charlottesville, VA

The 24 technicians on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 1,782 reviews; 14 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (91%), value (77%) and punctuality (59%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "fair", "diagnosis" and "honest". 4 are open on Saturdays. 1 lists staff certifications (ASE) and 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 4 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2006. 2 offer financing; 2 are family- or locally-owned and 5 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for 12 of the technicians on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 5 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.

Why are some shops on this page not in Charlottesville?

3 of the 24 shops are located in Charlottesville; the rest come from other towns within 35 mi. Distances are straight-line.

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JMR Auto Center

JMR Auto Center

(33)
  • Tire
  • Fair
  • Travel
“I have never had a problem with the service there the best thing to do is make an appointment I leave your vehicle no work is always done right I give him a 5-star”
Ruckersville, VA · 15 mi from Charlottesville
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Milner Motors Auto Services

Milner Motors Auto Services

In Business Since 2015
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
Keswick, VA · 7 mi from Charlottesville
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Station 8 Garage

Station 8 Garage

(6)
“My car was in the shop for almost a year at another mechanic they claimed the part was not available station 8 garage made it happen in 20 days wish I would have know about them sooner thank you so much finally back on the road because of yall”
In Business Since 2022
Ruckersville, VA · 15 mi from Charlottesville
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Blu's Automotive

Blu's Automotive

(7)
“Extremely fair price!”
Stanardsville, VA · 16 mi from Charlottesville
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Route 11 Automotive Repair

Route 11 Automotive Repair

(47)
“Route 11 automotive treated me and my car with utmost respect from arranging an appointment to listening to my concerns, to a stellar waiting room experience, checking things out, getting clear explanations, taking all the time needed, then sending m...”
Se Habla Español
In Business Since 2016
Locally Owned & Operated
Coupons & Offers
Harrisonburg, VA · 35 mi from Charlottesville
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Shank Auto Repair

Shank Auto Repair

(50)
  • Saving
  • Work
  • Price
“Jenny is so friendly when you call to make an appointment and Philip and James are very knowledgeable on what and how to fix your vehicle to get you back on the road again.”
In Business Since 2018
Harrisonburg, VA · 35 mi from Charlottesville
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Snead's Automotive Center

Snead's Automotive Center

(47)
  • Mechanic
  • Engine
  • Honest
“Within 30 min we knew the problem — gravel in wheel well— and they had removed the gravel, but insisted “we didn't do anything to your car” so refused to charge us.”
In Business Since 2015
Coupons & Offers
Offers Financing Options
Stanardsville, VA · 16 mi from Charlottesville
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Van's Garage LLC

Van's Garage LLC

(21)
  • Vehicle
  • Prices
“Understaffed, but very thorough.”
In Business Since 1974
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
Weyers Cave, VA · 30 mi from Charlottesville
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Halls Family Auto Clinic

Halls Family Auto Clinic

(50)
  • Brake
  • Job
  • Prices
“They were kind enough to open up their schedule for us and troubleshoot and make a temporary repair to let us finish out our vacation before taking the Prius back to our local mechanic for more extensive and time consuming repairs.”
Afton, VA · 20 mi from Charlottesville
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Altman Tire & Auto Sales

Altman Tire & Auto Sales

(49)
“I was in quite a bind, and a bit of a time crunch, and the wonderful kind human beings at Altman tire and auto sales helped me plug the tire and get me in and out of there within 30 minutes of arriving.”
Orange, VA · 25 mi from Charlottesville
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Kismet Automotive

Kismet Automotive

(24)
  • Tire
  • Mechanic
  • Prices
“Both honest in the timelines and cost associated to make the repairs, Kismet had us back on the road for a remarkably reasonable fee and in less time than originally quoted”
In Business Since 2022
Gordonsville, VA · 17 mi from Charlottesville
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Every year, the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) recognizes technicians who uphold and promote high standards of service and repair. These individuals also achieve top scores on certification exams in 22 specialty areas and exhibit total commitment to customer satisfaction and community involvement.nnOf the more than 600,000 automotive technicians working in the United States, only a select few qualify for the prestigious award of ASE Technician of the Year! nnSeven years ago, the owner and operator of Kismet Automotive, Jason Trimble, was recognized as one of them! It is a great honor and accomplishment to be named ASE Technician of the Year. Those selected are truly the best of the best in the industry. nnSince then, Jason has continued his commitment to automotive service excellence, offering top quality automotive repair and maintenance here in Gordonsville, VA.

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Peoples Garage

Peoples Garage

(46)
“They were friendly and explained all of the repairs as they were doing them, and even made a makeshift washer (and instructions on what to do to get a real one once we reached our destination) to help us get back on the road as quick as possible.”
Waynesboro, VA · 22 mi from Charlottesville
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Shamrock Tire & Auto

Shamrock Tire & Auto

(35)
“Quick and friendly service, affordable pricing.”
In Business Since 2023
Waynesboro, VA · 22 mi from Charlottesville
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Afton Service Center

Afton Service Center

(41)
“Our car broke down with a damaged Serpentine Belt and they not only had the part but they had two and encouraged me to purchase the less expensive one.”
Afton, VA · 20 mi from Charlottesville
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Red Hill Auto Repair

Red Hill Auto Repair

(16)
  • Prices
  • Fair
  • Knowledge
“I was traveling from NY to Florida and had a sudden leak in my brake lines and was not going to be able to continue my trip, but the owner of this shop stopped what he was doing to instantly help diagnose my problem and continue to work around 5 hour...”
In Business Since 2024
Weyers Cave, VA · 30 mi from Charlottesville
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Madison Tire & Auto Center

Madison Tire & Auto Center

(34)
  • Driving
  • Mechanic
  • Inspection
“I have been coming here for so many years I cannot even remember Doug the owner has never been anything but righteous and honest with me Linda who is behind the counter and schedules all the appointments in orders parts and works with the mechanics h...”
Madison, VA · 25 mi from Charlottesville
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East Main Street Garage

East Main Street Garage

(31)
  • Inspection
  • Prices
  • Mechanic
“The guy was really friendly, popped my hood and gave a quick diagnostic that it was something with a vacuum or exhaust, and also picked up on a smell I did not observe.”
Scottsville, VA · 16 mi from Charlottesville
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Tom's Automotive

Tom's Automotive

(26)
  • Price
  • Diagnosed
  • Job
“We were from out of town and my engine light came on while driving and they were so nice and got me right in and fixed my car right in a very timely manner!!”
Orange, VA · 25 mi from Charlottesville
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Auto Mechanic Services in Charlottesville, VA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$252
Maximum cost
$2516
National Average
$554
Avg Per Hour Rates
$91
$403
$705
Fair price range is based on 542 cost profiles
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Average Cost $554
Minimum cost $252
Maximum cost $2516
Avg Per Hour Rates $91

Fair range $403 to $705 is based on 542 cost profiles.

Why these companies made our list

What customers say about technicians near Charlottesville

  • “I came here recently for a state inspection and API was professional, prompt, and great to deal with in general.” — customer of API Service Center
  • “Best auto shop around! Some of the most honest and reliable mechanics I have ever dealt with!” — customer of A Brother's Auto Repair
  • “Fair pricing. Diagnosed, repaired and returned our vehicle in a timely fashion.” — customer of Tom's Automotive
  • “Very professional, friendly, reasonably priced, and a first rate repair and diagnosis.” — customer of Madison Tire & Auto Center
  • “The work is done extremely well, in a timely way and with costs discussed before they do the work so there are no surprises.” — customer of Kismet Automotive

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

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