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Dixon's Automotive
“After going to multiple mechanics to get the issue with the A/C checked on a 2018 hybrid, Dixon's was the only place that was able to find and fix the issue.”
Best Mechanic Shops in Dayton, OH
24 technicians listed · 18 in Dayton · 10 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 19, 2026
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Brownies Independent Transmission
- Pay
- 2023
- Diagnosis
“I spoke with the manager Tom who told me my vehicle will be ready on 12/6/23 which the entire to December 15, 2023 and after that he told me that the vehicle will be ready for pick up on December 16, 2023, which is a Saturday knowing that they would ...”
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True Quality Automotive
- Brake
- Work
- Vehicle
“You really can't find that in a shop these days because everyone else is looking to upsell on maintenance that could wait or just to line their pockets.”
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Dawson's Car Care
- Job
- Brakes
- Mechanics
“I'm taking my car there for three major repairs and they always gave me the best price possible and they are very fast and friendly and they take the time to listen to you”
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Murphy's Autocare
“Not only did Murphy's fix the problem, but they went above and beyond and fixed my radio which has been broken for months completely free of charge and left a carnation with a cute little note.”
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ARC Enterprises LLC
- Mechanics
- 2008
- Work
“Being a woman not knowing anything about vehicles, it's hard to find a shop you can walk into and feel comfortable and confident that you're going to be taken care of.”
Listed for drivers in and around Dayton, OH, 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: Dayton, OH
Of the 24 technicians we list here, 18 are in Dayton itself and 6 come from towns including Kettering (1, 6 mi), Beavercreek (1, 7 mi) and Fairborn (1, 10 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 3,067 reviews; 12 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (79%), value (79%) and professionalism (77%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "diagnosis" and "fair". 9 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 6 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2002. 5 offer financing; 4 are family- or locally-owned and 8 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 12 of the technicians on this page; 10 publish a contact page and 6 list a public email. 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 Dayton?
18 of the 24 shops are located in Dayton; the rest come from other towns within 35 mi. Distances are straight-line.
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Jlees
- Work
- Muffler
- Vehicles
“We didn't necessarily see eye to eye on a certain issue but was able to have a professional conversation about it, which is rare these days and was willing to compromise in this case.”
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Acme Spring Automotive Specialists
“Acme Springs is the best around”
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Auto Haus
- Mechanic
- Prices
- Money
“Love this place my husband has been going here for years this is the cleanest shop I have ever seen and the turnaround on their jobs are awesome highly recommend going here”
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Mikes Motorwerks LLC
- Window Tinting
- Fee
- Dealership
“Mike's Motorworks not only offers basic car care like oil changes, tires and those types of things, they also have experienced mechanics for the more in depth issues.”
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Voss Collision Center and Body Shop
“After dealing with auto accident the last thing anyone needs to go through is a poor experience getting their vehicle restored back to its original luster.”
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Clayton Auto Service
“I was familiar with John's work at a previous establishment he worked at, when I found out he now works here, this is where I bring my cars for any maintenance.”
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El Compas Garage
“Thank you so much for taking care of my sway bar links on the holiday weekend.”
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Fairborn Service
- Price
- Driving
“John did a great job of diagnosing a problem with my Ford F-150 and making the repairs at a very reasonable price.”
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502 Mobile Mechanic & Muffler
- Vehicle
- Work Done
“Not only he did an outstanding job fixing the issues with my vehicle, but he was also incredibly honest and approachable taking the time to explain the repairs and answer all my questions.”
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A1 Auto
- Prices
- Fair
“Gem city has been pairing stuff for me for my different businesses I service for a year now and has always delivered on the repairs so very good shop..”
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Weiss Automotive Services Llc
“Overall Great Service got my car back up and running in no time”
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Fixem Fast
“Great on their time and always around when you need them to be!”
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Floyd's Auto and Truck
“Really nice place!”
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Prime Time Kustomz
“Good mechanics, pretty swell fellas , they get your vehicle fixed and out the door in no time without the problems of having to bring it back like most shops .”
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The Service Center
“Excellent job would use them again”
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Johnvicts Automotive
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Gateway Auto Clinic
“After several horror stories with other places where they damaged my car and attempted to lie about it I came to Gateway through a recommendation by a friend.”
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Detroit Tire and Auto
“John and his team were so amazing and helpful when we were in a pinch, tired completely popped while on a road trip and the debris ripped at my wires for my lights.”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about technicians in Dayton
- “I had an excellent experience with them, they arrived on time, diagnosed the issue quickly, and had my car running smoothly in no time.” — customer of 502 Mobile Mechanic & Muffler
- “Honest and trustworthy mechanics who will work with your budget to help you keep your vehicle running smoothly.” — customer of Auto Haus
- “They diagnosed it as a minor issue and fixed it for cheaper than I expected.” — customer of Mikes Motorwerks LLC
- “ARC contacted me the same day with diagnostic and had the repair done the next day.” — customer of ARC Enterprises LLC
- “The mechanics at Dixon’s found the issue and provided a full diagnosis of the car with details and pictures via text and email within a few hours.” — customer of Dixon's Automotive
Excerpts from public reviews of the technicians listed on this page.
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