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Martin's Motorworx
- Diagnosis
- Stars
- Review
“The price is always fair, and they are not a shop that will do something to your vehicle just to keep you coming back, they don't have to because they are the BOMB.”
Transmission Repair Shops in West Columbia, SC
24 mechanics listed · 7 in West Columbia · 5 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+
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Duke's Convenient Auto Repair
“They looked at it and couldn't get a bolt out for coolant temperature part,but assured me it would be ok and didn't charge me for their time and were very friendly”
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Redmond's Auto
- Air Conditioning
- Work
- Student
“Thankful for a quick response to service request despite being overloaded - a very fast turnaround, good service and diagnostics, and helpful explanations.”
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Donahue's Auto & Transmissions
- Fair
- Work
- Price
“Not to mention they charged $1k less than the dealer wanted and I got a 3yr 100,000 mile warranty instead of the dealers 3yr 36,000 mile warranty (trans would have had same common issues)”
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Automotive Experts
“These folks are a great group, they put a new motor in my vehicle and test drove it for a couple of days to make sure it was fixed and didn't have any issues.”
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Broad River Auto Repair
- College
- Truck
- Job
“The needed repairs were explained in detail over the phone and they assured me I had nothing to worry about as far as getting the car back before I left for break.”
Area overview: West Columbia, SC
Of the 24 mechanics we list here, 7 are in West Columbia itself and 17 come from Columbia (11 mi). The mechanics on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 3,317 reviews; 21 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these mechanics on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (94%), quality (90%) and value (75%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the mechanics on this page are "honest", "communication" and "diagnosis". 5 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. The services the mechanics on this page list most often on their websites are air conditioning service (2), brake repair (2), check engine light (2), exhaust systems (2) and fuel system (2). 2 list staff certifications (ASE) and 8 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 14 websites of the mechanics on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2006. 1 offers financing; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 7 list coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the mechanics on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the mechanic before you visit.
Data verified October 9, 2026
Listed for drivers in and around West Columbia, SC, these 24 shops work on transmissions. What each one says about rebuilds, warranty terms and the brands it handles comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
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Scott's Auto Repair LLC
- Job
- Mechanics
- Oil
“When I showed up for my appointment the mechanic wasn't there and the guy working the front couldn't tell me when he would be in even though I made an appointment with their corporate office.”
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D'S Automotive
- Job
- Mechanic
- Diagnostic
“Helped us figure out what was wrong with our car and although he couldn't service us, he helped us load my car onto trailer and gave us helpful tips!”
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My Mechanic Auto Center
“The thing I'm upset about is that they forgot to put my oil dipstick back, so oil was spraying everywhere and the coolant was low, had to add a gallon to it.”
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Professional Tire & Radiator Service
“So thank you to the gentleman for taking time out of your day to help and thanks to the amazing people there for getting us back on the road fast so our family of 17 could get to the beach!”
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Cottman Transmissions and Total Auto Care
- van
- Dealership
- Work
“I had been to 3 different mechanics who told me there was no problem, or they wouldn't touch it or they wanted to do expensive work that would not have fixed the problem.”
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Men At Work
- Team
- Vehicles
- Honest
“Men At Work quoted me around the price I had in mind and did exactly what I asked them to do without anything extra or trying to sell anything else to me.”
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Andrews Auto Service
- Dealership
- Diagnosed
- Work
“They were honest fair and did very good work as a matter of fact the price was even lower than what he quoted, I will recommend family and friends to use his business”
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Earl's Performax Automotive
“Earl he's very honest and kind and makes you pay a reasonable price and not make you pay an arm and a leg, he's been our car repair man for fifteen long years.”
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Barnhill Automotive
- Dealership
- Mechanic
- Fair
“I have had my Hondas serviced by Barnhill Automotive for several years off and on and have always been very satisfied with their knowledge and expertise.”
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Bullard Auto Repair
- Vehicle
- Mechanic
- Work
“Bullard has worked on multiple cars for our family and has always been honest with his repair assessments, thorough in the repairs performed and reasonable in his charges.”
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Tire Villa LLC (Discount Tires & Brakes)
- Flat Tire
- Donut
- Nail
“He found the hole in my tire, plugged it, put it back on, and put my spare back in the correct place in my car within 15 minutes and only charged me $10 in the pouring down rain when he easily could have sent me away, said i needed a new tire, or cha...”
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Milex Complete Auto Care
“The guys in the shop did a complete assessment of my damages and gave me an estimate on repairing the transmission and pointed out other items that would need to be repaired.”
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Joe's Colony Station Auto Repair
“A shop in Columbia broke one of the bolts that secures this sensor in place, with this bolt broke, the sensor is not fitting correctly and will create a vacume leak, causing the spark plugs to foul and possibly damage the egr system.”
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Total Tech Automotive
- Price
- Vehicle
- Mechanic
“I don't know what is James problems were but I would only like to reply by saying we have been opened for 30 years and this is NOT the kind of work we do or else we would not be here.”
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Brown Motor Works
- Report
- Communication
- Inspection
“Two weeks later, still no loaner, the car broke down again two hours after picking it up but, now appears to be running properly but, I'm still hesitant to drive it out of fear it's going to break down again.”
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In & Out Auto Repair & Autobody
“By some lucky chance David picked up the phone and they even diagnosed and replaced the alternator the next morning on Father's Day so we could get home.”
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Team Martin Automotive
- Vehicle
- Price
- Mechanic
“Awesome service, great prices...”
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Jeffcoat's Garage
- Vehicle
- Mechanic
- Prices
“Very professional very helpful”
Transmission Repair Services in West Columbia, SC Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$800
Maximum cost
$3500
National Average
$1400
Avg Per Hour Rates
$128
$1100
$2800
Typical price range is based on 507 cost profiles
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Do years in business matter for transmission work?
Ten or more years in business is claimed by 19 of the 24 shops here. Rebuild quality is hands-on skill, and a shop that has been in one place a long time is easier to hold to a warranty. It is what their listings state, not a guarantee.
What customers say about mechanics in and near West Columbia
- “New transmission, water pump, brakes, etc. They always have fair pricing and are happy to work with my warranty company to make sure my out-of-pocket cost is minimal.” — customer of Automotive Experts
- “Very honest and extremely professional. Will continue to send, and give my business!” — customer of My Mechanic Auto Center
- “Had my vehicle transmission serviced on the appointed date & found this establishment to not only be reliable but honest & reasonable as well.” — customer of Donahue's Auto & Transmissions
- “Always go above and beyond and are honest with if there is a better solution for your car.” — customer of Redmond's Auto
- “Really personable and just so beyond in a much better mood thanks to his kind words and help!” — customer of Milex Complete Auto Care
Excerpts from public reviews of the mechanics listed on this page.