Fully transparent. Evaluation cost went toward the fix. Multiple options backed with honest opinions being each. No pressure given to make a sale or force a certain direction. I could have did a temporary fix or permanent replacement in full. I chose to go permanent replacement. Glenn and staff were great. Very informative and followed up on every step of the way. Expedition runs great and I have sound mind knowing I have warranty backing and just a phone call away from this helpful crew if and when needed. read more

These guys are the real deal. Went to another place first that tried to quote me almost $900 to just drop the transmission and look at it, they planed on charging even more to fix the "first gear" issue. Took it here instead and within the same business day they had diagnosed and fixed my issue (just low transmission fluid) for about $500 bucks cheaper. Circle d is super transparent, respectful, and knowledgeable about everything. ANY transmission issues, go here. You won't regret it. Probably one of the only transmission spots in Houston that won't screw you over. read more

Didn't get the chance to do any business with Circle D because happily it turned out not to be a transmission issue after all. But, I spoke with a couple staff over the phone about lining up a rebuilt tranny and pricing estimates before I new it wasn't needed. They were friendly and responsive and were able to line up exactly what I thought was needed and provided a clear price estimate. If I ever do need transmission work it'll be taken here for sure. read more

I was told by a different auto shop that I needed my transmission fluid changed. The price the other shop quoted me on seemed a bit high, and after asking around ,ended up being just that. I called Circle D Transmission and a lady with a very pretty voice told me the mechanics are out to lunch but they will call me back asap. They did ,...not even an hour had passed by before the call back. (Loved the punctuality! )The guy on the phone told me I can drop it off so they can confirm the fluid needs changed and quoted me a price that was half of what the other place gave me! I dropped my Toyota rav4 off in the morning and just a few hours later they said it was completed and ready for pickup. As I walked in I noticed it was ready out front ( no waiting for someone to go find it and pull it up for me so that's a plus) and they took the time to explain to me what they did and made me feel confident in their work. They were kind, and did not try to upsell me or add misc. charges like so many other places do. All around great experience. read more

From start to finish these guys were great! I recently had my 2008 H2 taken to Circle D to have a transmission issue diagnosed and ended up deciding to have the transmission rebuilt (6L80, 2.5 package) and I'm so glad I did. I've had some issues for over a year with a clunking and I was thinking it was in the transfer case or differential somewhere but after the trans rebuild it has been smooth strong shifting with no clunking now at all. The guys at this shop know their business from Glen and Clay up front to the builders in the shop everyone here is top notch. I would definitely recommend this shop for all your transmission needs. Thanks again guys! read more

Original review posted in 2020, updated with some more details in 2023: Smart, fast, professional. I went to the GMC dealership first and after 2 days of keeping my 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 they said my transmission was failing and they could rebuild it for $8000. I got a referral from a mechanic that is just outside of my neighborhood and called Circle D Transmission. I explained my problem and they questioned if it was really the transmission right off the bat, but gave a much lower quote if it was. I went there and it turns out it wasn't the transmission, it was the transfer case! I wish the dealership that could have figured that out! But Circle D did, and was able to replace it the same day! This was important to us because I was deploying in less than 2 weeks and my wife needed a reliable vehicle while I was gone. They also updated the software on my transmission and showed me the codes that my truck was throwing that the dealership never even bothered to read! If I have any transmission, transfer case, or drive shaft issues I'll definitely be back. read more

VERY PROFESIONAL LOCAL SHOP.. Had tanny service no problems so far! My appointment was at 8:30 my car went in really quickly.

Fast turnaround and honest. Extremely glad I found this transmission shop. If you need a transmission repair i recommend Circle D.

Wonderful shop with lovely, friendly people. After being told I needed a transmission flush at the dealership and then laughed at when I asked a question about it I knew I had to find somewhere else to take my car. We found Circle D on yelp and they answered our questions over the phone when my husband called to get info on the flush/change. I made my appointment, they worked me in and it was finished in an about an hour. Turns out all I needed was a transmission fluid change after all and no flush like the dealership said! These guys have been doing transmission work for years so I trust them. It was just a great experience taking my car there and I highly recommend them. Thanks Circle D! read more

Been using them for 35 years no one touches my transmission but circle D. Honest and the best read more

Exceptional service. This is an honest transmission shop. I unfortunately had a transmission that was a bit obsolete for repairs / replacements. However, Glenn from Circle D provided with me some knowledge and recommendations. I will recommend anyone I know to this shop read more

Had to have transmission replaced. Talked to a few knowledgeable people I trust and they all recommended it as a place they would take their own cars. Great work and awesome communication. It ain't gonna be the cheapest place in town, but you get what you pay for. read more

Had a big screwup on my end, but I shot them a message on Yelp and Sherry got back to me immediately. After that, we scheduled something and I had my car towed there and everything was taken care of for a reasonable price. read more

Kevin H. Circle D has a very professional staff. Best customer service at a vehicle repair shop that I have ever worked with. I will definitely bring my vehicle back for service. They will constantly update you on the status of your vehicle. Great4 repair shop! read more

Highly knowledgeable, exceptionally communicative, fairly priced; these all describe the level of service I received at Circle D. They are genuine, honest people and kept me well informed of what they found or were planning to do throughout the process. They diagnosed and repaired a "no reverse" issue on my BMW 325i within 2 days, all for a very fair and reasonable price. I genuinely trust their abilities and character, which is not something that comes easy nowadays. I would go back to them and would recommend anyone with transmission issues to go to them! read more

I have used Circle D Transmission for many years. Recommended to me by other mechanic shop. What a great find, Glenn and his crew have always been very customer service orientated, something you do not find much today. He has worked on several vehicle's of mine. And all are running like tops. They send out reminders when service is needed. Preventive maintance is always more economical than waiting too late. Good communication, you know what's going on and if there are any changes. I highly recommend! Garrett Bigelow read more

SO glad I found this place! I have an Acura TL and the dealer told me it needed a new transmission. Well, it was under warranty by a third party who refused to pay Acura's "exorbitant" labor rates and told me to take it "someplace cheaper". I didn't want to trust my beloved TL to just anyone, so I did my research and it brought me to Circle D Transmission. Wow! This place is great! They were empathetic to my issues with the warranty people (plus, it was expiring in a WEEK) and were quick to get my car in and work on it, despite the delays from the warranty company. I got her back and she drives like new! Glenn and Patricia kept me updated every step of the way and never acted "put out" when I called to check on the progress. A rebuilt transmission took about a week (3 days of that was the delay from the warranty company) and $3900. I would highly recommend Circle D, as many others have. GREAT place to get peace of mind and a good job done! read more

I've bought two of Circle D's torque converters for my modified street cars and let me tell you: they are amazingly crafted and work amazingly for YEARS. I've had one of them for 8 years now and it's just as fantastic as it was when new. Circle D makes great stuff and I'd trust them with just about any transmission need. read more

I had called Circle D because of the great reviews here on Yelp. We were told the problem was with the differential. Glen said he would take a look at it. He called the next day and said he couldn't work on it because it was AWD. But he said another shop might be able to. He called them to verify they could work on it and made arrangements to have the vehicle taken there. I highly recommend this business because of the honesty and integrity of Glen who I assume is the owner or manager. Thank you Glen! read more

These guys are great. They picked my truck up at 9 a.m. Wednesday morning , they repaired it. And I had it ready to pick up by 9 a.m. Thursday morning. Great communication. Will definitely tell others about the quick service. read more

Great customer service and very honest when it comes to your vehicle. Service was quick and their 5-Star reviews reflect the professionalism. read more

My transmission has been serviced by the good folks at Circle D several times and they're customer service is impeccable. From Sherry to Glenn and David too...you guys are the best. If you have a late model muscle car with transmission issues this is your place. Folks, even if you from out of state like myself (Ca) these people know their stuff. Thank you Circle D. Kevin D read more

Just called regarding the muncie 4 speed in my classic car and while they don't service them, they took the time to explain their experience and give me great advice. Would take either of my late models here in a heartbeat. Thanks for the time and input Glen! read more

My 2007 Ford Explorer needed help. We took it a well-known and well-respected chain near our house. They diagnosed the need for a whole new transmission at the cost of over $5,000. Given that price, we sought a second opinion. I received one or two recommendations from friends, but I decided to Google for transmission repair places instead. A shop in town that I had heard of my entire life -- and I could still sing their jingle -- came up toward the top of the list. But, a friend who happens to be a mechanic advised against them. Also on the Google search was Circle D. They were conveniently located to our home and my work, so that helped. But also, I noticed the very high ratings they received from other customers. So, I took a leap of faith and gave them a call. From the very first phone calls, Patricia and Glenn were helpful, clear, and honest. They arranged for my car to be towed from the other shop, giving me one less hassle to deal with. They explained what they were going to do to diagnose the problem and how long it would take to do so, not leaving me in the dark. Glenn called with great news that they thought that it was NOT a serious issue and that I would NOT need a new transmission. Without going into details, it was going to cost me less than $1,000 for the repairs that DID need to be made. He asked if I still wanted the transmission to be serviced while it was there, and I gave him the green light. The next day or so, Patricia called with some bad news. While servicing the transmission, they came across some other issues that weren't apparent the first time around. As it turned out, I did need a new transmission. She explained in great detail what all was wrong, what they did to double-check the diagnosis and so on. Yes, a lot of it was over my head, but I could tell that they LOOKED at my car thoroughly. She gave me a break down of the options before me, the pros and cons, and the costs for each one. I had everything I needed to make a decision without feeling pressured or uninformed. When I picked up my car, Sherry took the time to go over with me -- almost line by line -- a detailed printout of everything that they looked at and did to the car, including recommended fixes for a general mechanic to look at and recommended timing for when the transmission should be looked at again. (Their email prompts will remind me!) And by the way -- all of this was for just over $4,000, a $1,000 savings over the chain shop we first went to. And, Circle D did exactly what the chain shop had recommended doing in the first place. I hope I never have to go back to Circle D. Car problems are not fun, especially in Houston and with kids to shuffle around here and there! But I'll be back if my other car or future cars ever have transmission issues. If you need work on your transmission, go straight to Circle D. read more

Best transmission shop in Houston. They could have ripped me off very easily. Instead they were HONEST and told me the truth. That speaks volumes to how great this shop is. Very happy with the whole experience. Will be recommending to everyone and will go back for any and all transmission maintenance or problems. Straightforward polite staff all around. 10/10. read more

Took my truck in to get the transmission looked at Sales and Service staff were awesome ended up needing a new transmission they work with me on financing and got the job done very fast I would recommend this place to anyone read more

I drove 45 miles to get to this shop. I am glad I did. I found good honest mechanics. They fixed the problem. It did not take forever, and the transmission actually is smoother than when I bought the car (brand new). Did I mention the price was very fair. Use this shop for your transmission repair and care , no matter how far you have to drive. read more

Had a hp transmission built by them, clutches burnt up in transmission so I brought it back of course it not under warranty. Which is fine I was going to pay them to get it rebuilt again but Glen said if they rebuild it then he will not warranty if anything happens (which seem sketchy right there, and they claim to be the best) Long story short I put my truck back on the tow truck and got my Transmisison built else where. Glen is a clown! Only to find out the clutches that were installed were stock clutches. Paying for top notch high performance parts and get stock parts. Nickel and dime you even if you spend thousands of dollars with them. Crooks! I knew they put out good work and didn't mine paying the high cost compared to other shops! Boy I was wrong!!! Never again! CROOKS CROOKS CROOKS!!! read more

Highly recommend them. They did a great job, communicated very well with me, did excellent repairs, all at a reasonable price while being very professional and very nice thru multiple phone calls and repair estimates and repairs being done. Thank you so much ! read more

We have used Circle D for decades and they do excellent work. We have had several transmission rebuilds for various cars both automatic and manual. They also built a custom high performance C3 transmission for a fully restored performance 67 Mustang fastback. That transmission rules and makes the car haul ass when you kick it down and has been running strong for many years now. We will always use them for any transmission work that we need since they are the best. read more

Long......story short. 3rd transmission place later and 3rd transmission in 5,000 miles........, oh yeah,. I found Circle D. This is it. Take your vehicle here. Period. Worth every penny. Car is new again. Not "like" new. literally better. This transmission, the extra care taken to insure all hoses and seals, no where else will do this. Came with a 100,000 mile warranty, or 3 years. The list is endless of why you need to just bring your vehicle here. (They washed the vehicle for me, probably to remove the road grime from the 3 tows) I am the one that all bad things happen to, so know immediately, you come here. I finally, had the good happen. Here at Circle D. This review, I hope made you smile and gave you a good feeling about Circle D and the whole staff. There were only 5 stars to select. They really deserve 20. read more

There's no shortage of transmission shops in Houston. I went through many listings and found Circle D. They have been in business for decades and are family owned. Took my 2005 Mustang there...they test drove the car, explained possible issues and found the problem. The work was done properly and faster than what the dealer told me. The staff made sure they answered all my questions. A really good experience which is a rarity these days when concerning car repairs. Highly recommended! read more

Circle D is the only place I will take my vehicles for transmission work. Not only is the repair service excellent, they are honest. On one occasion, based on the age and value of the vehicle; they recommended against the transmission repair. I don't know of many auto repair businesses that would consider the best interests of the customer above their own profit. read more

If you want the best transmission shop Circle D is the one . The people there are great in all aspects . Glen was very informative about everything that I wanted done and that needed to be done . Having a company that stands behind their work means the most . They go above and beyond for their customers as they did for me . read more

The entire team was thorough, informative, and very experienced in the necessary repairs for my vehicle. Customer service is obviously important to the team, communication was great, and work was performed promptly and ahead of schedule. It is nice to know someone like them came highly recommended, and their service confirmed that too. Glen provided detailed information about what the projected costs for my repair would be, without even seeing my car. And he was spot on! Patricia was very helpful throughout the process as well. Thanks again, to everyone at Circle D Transmission... read more

I looked around the Houston area for a place that could work on a collector vehicle and Circle D came up as the preferred place not only for repairs on my vehicle but many other types of cars as well. I was very pleased with their professionalism and while the cost here was a bit higher as they say you get what you pay for! Highly recommend them for any vehicle. read more