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Mountain View Automotive
“I was driving home from Denver to Fort Collins when my car stopped accelerating properly in the middle of I25 so I took my car in to the closest mechanic shop possible which ended up being here.”
Best Truck Repair in Thornton, CO
24 mechanics listed · 5 in Thornton · 2 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+ · 2 show a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Colorado Tire & Service
- Battery
- Job
- Leaking
“On a cold snowy day, they placed four new tires on my vehicle, answered my multitude of questions - inclusive of whether I needed an alignment, and offered me a refreshment during the quick service visit.”
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Hebron Auto
“Kenny was able to get me in right away, then the mechanics showed me step-by-step how to take off the tires and check the pads, and (not)surprisingly my brake pads still looked brand new.”
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Jones Diesel
“He's fast, efficient and overall I had an amazing experience.”
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G&G Automotive Services
- Price
- Mechanic
“Told him my situation he said to bring it down ill get the bolt out for 40$ I was like really so I took it down there and sure enough he got the bolt out it cost me 80 dollars cause the bolt head was damaged but 80 dollars compared to 1000 is excelle...”
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Foreign Auto Specialist
- Work
- Toyota
- Charged
“Many places could not get me in right away but Foreign Auto Specialists got me in first thing the next morning and one day later, I had a completely new AC system.”
Listed for drivers in and around Thornton, CO, these 24 shops work on medium and heavy duty trucks. What each one says about fleet accounts, road service, inspections and hours comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Thornton, CO
Of the 24 mechanics we list here, 5 are in Thornton itself and 19 come from towns including Wheat Ridge (5, 13 mi), Arvada (4, 13 mi) and Denver (3, 11 mi). The mechanics on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 5,713 reviews; 22 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these mechanics on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (97%), quality (88%) and value (66%). 2 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The services the mechanics on this page list most often on their websites are oil change (3), air conditioning (2), brakes (2), engine repair (2) and fleet services (2). 2 show a license on their websites; 10 list staff certifications (ASE and TIA) and 18 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 18 websites of the mechanics on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 5 offer financing; 1 gives free estimates; 12 are family- or locally-owned and 10 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.
Why does this page include shops beyond Thornton?
5 of the 24 shops sit inside Thornton; the rest come from other towns. Truck shops need land, long approaches and highway access, so they end up on the edge of town. Drivers already plan around that.
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Dave's Automotive Specialists
- Charge
- Engine
- Fair
“I have had a lot of bad experiences with people who take advantage of my since I dont know a lot about cars but, they were so open and honest with me about what was wrong and even showed me the broken piece from out of my car.”
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The Auto Repair Place
- Feel
- Ford
- Mechanic
“Every time I bring my car in, the service is quick and thorough, I am alerted to potential issues that need attention, and their prices are extremely reasonable.”
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Arvada West Auto & Truck
- Research
- Costs
- Honesty
“I came in for an alignment and they diagnosed underlying issues that were causing that bad alignment including worn ball joints and tie rods on my F150.”
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Accountable Auto Care
- Dealership
- Honest
- Efficient
“Hard to find repair shops to trust and Accountable is great to have on my shortlist when I need repairs and don't want to worry that I'm getting a fast one pulled on me.”
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Motorized Solutions
- Feel
- Communication
- Job
“Nestled in the heart of our beloved neighborhood, this gem of a garage isn't just a repair shop—it's a haven for distressed vehicles and their owners alike.”
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Colorado Engine
- Pay
- Company
- Diagnosis
“Got a new engine with them my car drives like an angel really satisfied with the work, customer service is great too nice people really nice talking to them and getting my car fixed”
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Applewood Service Center
- Country
- Honest
- Holiday
“From the moment I called the store to picking up my car after the service was complete, every single person and step was so painless and pleasant that I'll definitely be back.”
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AC Transmission Denver and General Auto Repair
“They could've easily charged me for the work they did and probably even threw some nondescript charges on there for good measure, but they chose integrity.”
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Arvada Motorsports
- Oil
- Audi
- Owner
“We broke down in our 24 year old Eurovan while getting on I-70 on a Friday and they were able to order a new part, replace it, and get us back on the road before they closed.”
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Bending Wrenches Auto Repair
“They have continued to monitor the past, present, and future maintenance required for our 2001 Odyssey (224000 miles; original engine with a rebuilt transmission).”
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Seyfer Automotive
- Money
- Honest
- Truck
“Seyfer is great because unlike some shops, they take the time and have the skills to research and diagnose the problem, which leads to a more thorough and sometimes less expensive solution since they notice details.”
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Euro Motors Inc
“Purchased the whole Transfer Case Actuator Motor and brought it to Euro Motors, they did a GREAT job installing it and gave me the old part to see the issue, saved me over $1,800.”
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Westminster Auto Clinic
- Truck
- Price
- Vehicle
“Easily one of the better mechanics I've gone to in Colorado, from dropping off my vehicle all the way to pickup I felt like I left my vehicle in good hands.”
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Paddock Imports
“When you bring your vehicle to someone for service you need trust the work they are doing and the information they are telling you and that is definitely the case with Doug and team.”
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Front Range Automotive
“They have done a massive overhaul of work on my car after an accident at the Hertz rental car place where Hertz's insurance was involved and Front Range Auto handled it all for me.”
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Chase Automotive
“Senior generation vs younger generation, I am very please to post, Chase automotive shop, and it's new owner, Jason, are keeping, loyalty ,fair pricing and five star service, alive and well.”
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Bachman Auto Service & Repair
- Inspection
- Truck
- Trip
“I had car trouble right before the exit when it said something about the charging system, we pulled off immediately and the shop was the first one we pulled into (so scary when your from out of town not knowing).”
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Wheat Ridge Muffler and Brake
“I had a very positive experience and would highly recommend Wheat Ridge Muffler and Brake Auto Care for their ease of scheduling, friendly staff, and quality workmanship.”
Heavy Duty Truck Repair Services in Thornton, CO Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$348
Maximum cost
$4192
National Average
$529
Avg Per Hour Rates
$132
$396
$783
Typical price range is based on 291 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about mechanics in and near Thornton
- “Turned my truck in at closing time one night and they had it done and fixed by noon the next day.” — customer of Mountain View Automotive
- “Trustworthy great staff! I really appreciate you guys taking my truck in on short notice and fixing it up for a fair price thank you so much!” — customer of Motorized Solutions
- “My truck runs strong and smooth again all thanks to Mike, Chris and the rest of the AC Transmission team.” — customer of AC Transmission Denver and General Auto Repair
- “Great place for a diesel. Helped me diagnose a truck before I bought it.” — customer of Arvada West Auto & Truck
Excerpts from public reviews of the mechanics listed on this page.
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