Worth the 20 minute drive. Great yelp reviews for a reason. My 2nd visit and have a 3rd coming…read more Staff: Customer service is great and had straight forward conversations with the guys that have helped me out. Provide you the rates up front with no BS and don't try to sell/talk you into anything. Shop: Clean and great car theme going. You can tell the owner has a passion for automobiles with the way he has designed the place. Classic arcade games as well. Service: Rates are reasonable and have been cheaper at times compared to other places with good yelp reviews. They also support service members. Semper Fi, Tom

Went in looking for new brakes all around. Instead I was told they were fine. I really appreciate…read morethe honesty.

Honest. Know what they're doing. Just ask any customer they have, and you will get a thumbs up…read more Bill Mitchell

Excellent service and reasonably priced. I've taken my fiance's car there and my son's car there…read more Every time they provide an honest assessment and reasonable pricing for the fixes needing done.

I brought a car in for a state inspection. I called the night before for an appointment and they…read moresaid drop it off in the morning. I pull up at 8 30, an hour after they open, and am told it's too late they most likely won't be able to inspect it. Fine, I'll deal. At 10 30 I get a call saying it was checked and can be picked up in a few hours. Huh? I will say the place was clean, easy to access, and reasonably priced. They sorely need to update their website and work on emails. The website still mentioned covid restrictions and had the price of state inspections lower than the actual price. I emailed them attempting to set up the state inspection but never received a response. If you don't want to deal eith email that's fine, but don't offer it as an option snd then completely ignore it. I would gladly go back to this shop again if they have reasonable rates.

The spouse took her 2013 Altima over for an oil change. I'm thinking MD prices, maybe $50. (we had…read morebeen in IL 2017-2020)...were spoiled by a little local shop and a old curmoudgeon guy that knew everything about Honda/Nissan/Toyota. She calls an hour later...$2K...need brakes/rotors/shocks/struts. The car drives much better now and is safe. I have no complaints. The owner is professional polite, the shop is clean, and they were done in one work day. Seems like most of the complaints are about costs. Good maintenance/repair costs money. Wrecks and higher insurance rates cost more. Of course, no one is happy about a much higher bill than what they walked in expecting. That doesn't make this a bad shop, its means perhaps the person can't really afford a well maintained vehicle.

I had an overheated engine and pulled in last minute just before they close. Raphael was very…read morepolite and explained that they will not be able to do anything that day as they needed to wait for the engine to cool down. He explained to me their diagnostic fee and that he will let me know if it is a big repair. Fortunately, it was not a big issue. He did point out that I should look at other issues and recommended what I need to look out for, he did not pressure me into fixing them immediately. He even pointed out the business next door for a rental to help me get home. I was about 50 miles from home so I felt very thankful for this upfront and honest service center.

So I dropped off my car here for an estimate on brakes. Rafael was on the phone behind the cashier…read moreregister and did not want my business. He was saying they are very busy and I saw zero motivation by him. Within 2 hours he called me saying I need $800 repair for brake leak, my caliper, brake hose and parking brake motor needs replacing. My pregnant wife went to pick up our car and Rafael started harassing her for $60 diagnostic fee. I would have loved to pay $60 fee had anyone told me about it. Not mentioned even once, when I was there to drop off my car. I refused on the phone. Told my wife to never come there. This is the reason why shops get a bad name. Rafael was on the phone the entire time I talked to him. He doesn't want this job. Took the car to another shop down the road, guess what only thing that was needed to be replaced was a single caliper. $225 job only and they bled the brakes and everything. Avoid this place.

Ive been coming to Eddie for years. He always diagnosis my car correct THE FIRST TIME, the prices…read moreare the best around, and he always gets my vehicles finished within a timely manner. couldn't recommend Eddie enough!

Eddie is a highly responsive mechanic who operates with integrity. I took my car to him because I…read moresuspected it had suspension issues (the wheel would shake at high speeds, etc). The day I brought my car to him, it was raining so he suggested we not try top speeds in the rain and asked if I could leave the car with him. The next day he text me immediately to update me on the condition of the car and what needed to be done. One issue was the front tires needed replacing (they don't do tires) so he gave me recommendations on where to get cost effective replacements and advised me on other possible replacements. When I inquired around what could wait vs. immediate needs he was transparent and told me what was a now fix even if it didn't put money in his pocket (like the tires). I'd definitely trust him with any future work. He seems to care more about your safety than just making a buck. Never tried to upsell me on anything and explained each step. Transparent. Ethical. Fair pricing.

Moving to Maryland, had to get my Inspection done for both Cars and i picked Fort Meade Auto…read moreCenter. Guy at front desk was very welcoming . Dropped my first car at 9 am and picked it up by noon then i dropped my second car which i picked by 3 pm . Pretty prompt service and great prices. 2019 AUDI Q5 - 89$ (Inspection Fee) + 72$ (Needed Wipers Change) 2024 CRV Hybrid - 89$ (Inspection Fee) . No issues since only 4 month old car. I did call a bunch of places to get prices for Maryland Inspection and these guys gave me one of the best rates.

On 4/25/24 was the first time I took my 2012 VW Jetta to this place to have my A C. checked. From…read morethe guy at the front counter checking me to the office manager Morgan was so welcoming and nicemy cost was a certain amount for checking my A C. for leaks, and a recharge with freon and when finished I left happy that my A.C. was now working and the service was great. 5/14/24 I called and spoke with Morgan regarding my A C. was not putting out alot of cool blowing air and he suggested to bring it back in at no charge. The same afternoon I took my car back to them and the Tech looked for any leaks or other issues but all looked good, Morgan wanted to check my cabin filter inside my car and when he pulled it out he noticed it had been put in wrong by the last place that had changed my oil which was Jiffy Lube. They had crushed it when the tech at Jiffy lube took it out and put it back in. Morgan at Ft Meade auto center ask if I could go buy a Cabin Filter and bring it back to him and he will put the new one in the correct way and he did just that and my A.C. has been putting out much cooler air, im 100% satisfied and will recommend this place to everyone.

I will NEVER come here again not even for gas. I had a clanking noise underneath my SUV. they said…read moreI needed rear differential replaced. I paid 1200 for a used one and it didn't even fix the problem after having my car for 3 days. I feel like they took advantage of a woman. when I returned to complain they said at the time I needed that replaced and they would not take advantage. I took my vehicle to Mr Tire and it just needed a clamp on the cvt $10 Which they didn't charge me for. Never again mf's. Lesson learned. If I can't stay to see the work being done I'm not leaving my vehicle.

Brought my car in and within 48 hours they called me, told me what the problem was, and gave me a…read moreprice quote. They're availability, demeanor, and service were all great. I am super glad my car was fixed in such a timely manner. As far as I know they also didn't try to shortchange me or trick me into fixing more stuff in my car so they're trustworthy is good in my book. Thank you for the service!

After a frustrating experience elsewhere, I brought my 2017 Hyundai Elantra to Columbia Family Auto…read moreCare for a second opinion regarding a traction control light, check engine light, and intermittent loss of acceleration. From the first phone call, I could tell the experience was going to be different. They were able to get my car in quickly, performed a thorough diagnostic, and accurately identified the issue as a faulty sensor. The repair was completed the same day, and my car has been running great ever since. What really stood out to me was their communication and transparency. They took the time to explain exactly what was wrong, showed me the old sensor they removed, and answered all of my questions in a way that was easy to understand. I never felt pressured into unnecessary repairs or talked down to. A month later, when I called about a separate issue, they immediately pulled up my vehicle history and knew exactly who I was and what work had been done. That level of organization and customer service is rare. Finding a mechanic you trust can be difficult, but Columbia Family Auto Care has earned my trust. If you're looking for honest diagnostics, fair pricing, and a team that genuinely takes the time to help their customers, I highly recommend them.

I drove from California to Maryland via interstate 40. The roads were full of huge pot holes and…read morethe front end of my Subaru was damaged. Not knowing a reliable repair shop in the Columbia area, I had to search based on online reviews. I tried several shops that all have "front desk service" (including dealers) and none of them really understood and investigated the condition thoroughly. After several months, I realized that my mistake was dealing with middle persons not the real mechanic. The experience has been very disturbing. By chance, my neighbor suggested that I should try out Columbia Family Auto Care in Jessup. Young is the mechanic that owns the shop. He is very experienced and pays interest in hearing out my description of the car symptoms. Now, my Subaru is back on the road with smooth rides. What a good feeling !

I had an amazing experience at Prime Care Auto. Both times I have brought my car, it has been ready…read moreprior to the estimated time. Siwan ensured to explain every step and why certain things were required/recommended. Additionally, he ensured to show me how the cost was calculated (we all know car repairs can be pricey but he also makes sure that you know where your money is going!) I even received videos explaining the work being done on my car as it was done. Finally, the waiting area was very well-designed and comfortable. These added details were the cherry on top of an already amazing experience! Honestly one of the best experiences I have had. I will definitely be taking my car back when additional services are needed!

I've been meaning to write this review for a while, but life has been busy. As a single woman and a…read moremother, it can be really hard to find a mechanic you can trust without feeling like you're being taken advantage of. Unfortunately, that has been my experience more times than I'd like to admit. The first shop I called gave me a bad feeling right away based on their customer service, but I still made an appointment. Afterward, I checked their Yelp reviews and was shocked by how many negative ones they had. That didn't sit right with me, so I decided to get a second quote. I already had a good idea of what was wrong with my car based on past experience. When I called this shop, the difference was immediate. They were professional, respectful, and didn't argue with me or try to upsell me on unnecessary repairs. I specifically looked for negative reviews--and there were none. I dropped my car off early that morning, and they gave me a clear time estimate for when it would be ready. They even sent photos of the issue. While I didn't fully understand what I was looking at, the fact that they were transparent enough to share images--knowing I could easily research them--told me everything I needed to know about their honesty. I don't remember the technician's name, but they took great care of my foreign car, Lexi, and I'm beyond relieved not to be driving around with grinding rotors anymore. I truly appreciate their professionalism and the way they treated me as a customer. Every single mother needs a mechanic she can feel safe with--and I'm so grateful I found one. Thank you all for your help.

My tire had a nail in it and I did some calling around for a price check. 2 places was going to…read morecharge between $40-$60. I called Expert Auto Repair & Tires and spoke to Olivia and said the price would be $20 and take 5 mins. I went to the location where I was greeted immediately. Oscar had me pull my car up and he plugged the tire right on the spot! I wasn't there for more than 10 mins between getting the tire plugged and paying. Both Olivia and Oscar were very nice and made sure the service was completed to my satisfaction before I paid. The only thing I will say was it was too much air in the tire compared to the other 3 but it was nothing to just let some out. I will definitely be going back for future vehicle maintenance when the time comes!

Bought new tires in May of last year . The purchase included tire rotation. Service was swift and…read moreconvenient. I would definitely return again in the future.