I tend to be a fan of the Valvoline Instant Oil Change nationwide chain. While there's one closer…read moreto my home, I was in the McCordsville area today and decided to stop in and get an oil change even though it was just a wee bit early from my due mileage. While it should be obvious from the name, this is an oil change location and not a full-service mechanic. That said, they do offer full-service oil changes, battery replacement, headlight/tail light replacement, transmission service, differential fluid replacement, tire rotation, fuel system cleaning, windshield wiper replacement, air filter replacement, and fleet service. If I remember correctly, this is a 3-bay location. I pulled up and was taken in right away. This is a somewhat set-apart location in the outer parking lot of a Meijer with a brand new Crew Car Wash around the corner. There's also a small strip center across the parking lot with a Noble Roman's, Great Clips, and Verizon. The employees here were friendly and helpful. They did everything a full-service change offered at a fair price. I was in/out in just a few minutes. As a wheelchair user, I always appreciate when I don't have to get out of the car. Because this is a nationwide chain, they were able to pull up my records. I appreciated that. I also appreciated that they aired up my tires as I had one running a bit low. They were having a film discussion - I'm a film critic, so that was kind of cool. However, they were also super focused on what they were doing and doing the job well. This location was clean, professional, and in good repair itself. Overall, this was a positive experience and I would easily return. While I'll generally stick to the one closer to my home (Glendale area of Indy), I won't hesitate to come back here when I'm in McCordsville. As a side note, Valvoline frequently has coupons on its website that can help reduce the price a bit.

Burnette was excellent to work with! He didn't apply any pressure to purchase different services,…read morewhich I greatly appreciated. The staff were efficient, friendly, and explained everything clearly. I highly recommend coming to the McCordsville location for your oil change needs!

The employees are friendly and very helpful. They got the oil and filters changed super fast…read more Then walked me through resetting it on my new car. I can't stress how nice the employees are enough

As soon as I arrived Steve directed me to lane 2 and came out with a bottled water and a Reese's…read moreTake 5. He was extremely cordial and I really appreciated that. I explained that my dash said 15% and according to my last oil change sticker I have approx 600 miles left. After I popped the hood and pulled in with Eric's guidance he came to my window and asked when was my last oil change and I told him and explained what the dash and sticker stated. He said I could drive up to 8k miles between oil changes. The oil was still clean and it didn't need to be changed right now. Steve came back over and stated that they were honest people ( I sincerely appreciate that) and that I didn't need to pay $100 right now. Eric asked me the mileage on my truck and wrote me out another oil change sticker adding 3K to the total. Steve came back over while Eric closed up the hood and changed my dash from 15% back to 100% and told me when it gets down to 20% to come back and see them. I have to say this is my 2nd time at a Take 5 (the first was in Greenwood) and both experiences have been exceptional!

My car was fixed quickly, and the price was very reasonable. The staff were friendly and helpful.read more

From the owner: At Carmel Auto Repair, we specialize in fast, honest, and reliable vehicle repairs with a focus on…read moretrust, transparency, and long-term customer relationships. Whether you need a quick oil change or full engine diagnostics, we treat every car with care and every customer with respect. Here’s what makes us different: ASE-Certified Technicians – Our experienced team has serviced over 10,000 vehicles with accuracy and dedication. Same-Day Service – We prioritize speed without sacrificing quality. Most repairs are completed the same day. Free Diagnostics – Get upfront, transparent estimates with no pressure and no hidden fees. Complete Auto Repair – We handle brakes, suspension, A/C, electrical systems, hybrid vehicles, transmissions, and more. Hybrid and Electric Expertise – Specialized in diagnostics and repair for hybrid and EV vehicles. Clear Communication – We explain everything in plain language, so you understand exactly what your car needs. Comfortable Waiting Area – Relax with Wi-Fi and refreshments while we work on your vehicle. Locally Owned and Operated – Proudly serving Carmel, IN with a commitment to community and quality. 2-Year Warranty on Parts and Labor – Because we stand behind the work we do. If you're looking for a repair shop that delivers real value, real service, and real results, Carmel Auto Repair is the team you can count on. Book online or call today to experience the difference.

Straight-forward quote including parts & service…read more Got me in and out and explained what was wrong as well as how they fixed it. Were able to schedule the work and fit me in, in less than 24 hours. Replaced my starter and the battery-to-starter cable, and were straight up throughout the process! Thanks!

I supposed to get the machine to his shop but the suppler gave me the wrong parts so my car was on…read morehold and I got to canceled the work. They are good people so I recommend their services to everyone !

I am thankful for these folks being available while my wife was traveling. The check engine light…read morecame on while traveling, and the concerns elevated. My wife called me with the news, and I was concerned that during the holidays, service and parts resources would be limited. I was able to get a fix on my wife's location and immediately reached out to local repair shops, only to find, as expected, that many were closed for the holidays. Dynamic answered the call and provided the most needed assistance. My wife arrived at the location an hour before opening. Once the mechanics arrived and opened the doors, they quickly evaluated my wife's car. The tension in the situation was relieved when the concern was identified and its severity reduced. We cleared the EVAP system error code, and my wife continued her journey home. There were some complications with administering compensation for the services, but we worked them out.

Quick, affordable, and quality work. Not to mention, great customer service! I highly recommend…read morethis place.

This is my go-to spot for car work. Most recently, I think the attendant's name was Marcus, noticed…read morethat there was too much air pressure in three of my tires and too little in one of them. It was a quick and free service!

Highly recommended! Quick and professional automotive technicians. Fantastic experience every time!read more

This place is a fair and honest place to get your car diagnosed. We took my car in not knowing what…read morewas wrong with it and they were quick, transparent, and really nice about how to get to a solution. They didn't pressure us to go ahead with the service and were willing to explain the approach that they were going to take. Although I didn't end up getting my car fixed here, I would definitely take it back in the future just because of the nice service. I feel like that's really hard to come by in the automotive industry and so we really appreciated their transparency.

Last week I brought my car in because of three warning lights. One they said they couldn't fix…read more(back-up camera), the second (tire pressure) they passed on, and the third (brake pad sensor) should be replaced. They also told me that all lug nuts should be replaced 5/wheel, 20 total. I agreed to replace the brake sensor and lugs. They told me the lug nuts would be over $300 (that's $15/nut), but I m a senior and can't do the work. Today I brought the car in to get the work done. I told the service guy twice that I had to have the car at the end of the day and he agreed. I never heard anything from him. Finally I called but couldn't get through and left a message. He never called back and I have no car. That's what I call shabby treatment. What makes it sting is that I'm paying premium prices for the experience. Stay away

I searched all the places around town for new Michelin tires, this place had the most competitive…read moreprices ( better than Costco, Sam's, Walmart, Tire Discounters and more). They made a reservation, did it in the time they quoted and final price was actually 5% lower than original quote...how can it be better than that. Mechanics took care of my car, kept it clean and did a great check of everything on the car before returning it! I have found my new 'Go-To' service center. Thanks

THEY BROKE MY RACK!! I only came in for a brake INSPECTION and I left with my power steering…read morefailing and my brand new rack destroyed. They never said anything. I just got my rack replaced very expensive and only got to enjoy it for a few days. Turns out they tried to fix it with zip ties and NEVER SAID ANYTHING!!! It could have caused a fire and I would have never known. Before I had left the place I asked them why my steering system is all messed up now and they tried to say it was my power steering pump but that was recently replaced as well!!!!!! They are not reliable and untrustworthy and should NOT be in business. I will NEVER be there again. Not to mention this is my first ever experience with them!!!

Customer service here was exceptional ! Informative, friendly, efficient... Everyone on the team…read moreworks together and does a great job.

We were in and out for an oil change in no time. They didn't check our tire pressure as we were…read moretold they would. The people under the bays did not like the car next to us and they kept complaining about the car. It was very unprofessional. They also did not offer to reset the car's oil change light. It could have been better but they got the job done. One other thing, it was gross when they insisted on tapping the credit card on their own with their oil gloves on.

Was losing pressure in my tire. Attempted to air it up without improvement. Took it to Bell tire…read more They had to repair the tire because there was a screw in it. No charge. Had me in and out and under an hour.

This place is very unprofessional upon arriving I stood there for 5 minutes while the man ant the…read moredesk stayed on the phone I called and they told me they were accepting walk ins. I got there at 1:30 and at 3:45 after I sat for multiple hours the employee came and told me they wont have time to look at my car. Drove there 30 minutes on a donut to find out after waiting almost 3 hours that I was in the same position I started.