This is the first Valvoline where the mechanic actually check fluid levels and had me press on…read morebrakes, turn signals and high beams. The New Braunfels location have never done this! In fact I didn't know it was something they did. So I got the oil changed, my air filter was bad so I got a new one, I didn't want to replace it myself which I've done in the in the past I know they charge probably $10 more than if you bought it at AutoZone. But I just didn't want to go through the time doing it myself. I was talking to Austin and letting him know about problems. We talked about cars in general and cars that get high mileage which mine is one of those, 11 years with 255,978 driving a total of 90 miles to work and back Monday through Friday He was really good , he was polite, besides the air filter you really didn't try to upsell me, which I appreciate. I sure like this Valvoline much better than the New Braunfels where I used to go but a little too far for me. Look them up on yelp and there's a couple of coupons. I was able to get $15 off my oil change .If I'm ever in Austin and I need an oil change I'll certainly go back to this Valvoline.

Got the oil swapped out fast. Engine sounds much quieter now. Dashboard light is finally gone and…read morethe car feels smooth on the highway. Nice to have that checked off the list.

Quick. Thorough and professional. Prices to compete. They followed up with phone calls 2 - 3…read moredays later to confirm all is good.

I truly wanted this to be a positive experience, but unfortunately it was not…read more I brought my 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan (about 79,000 miles) to Austin's Automotive Specialists in November 2025 for an oil leak. After their inspection, I approved additional repairs and paid $2,006.64, picking up the car on Nov. 17. Within days, the leak was worse. Instead of one leak, I now had two, along with a strong burning-oil smell while driving. I returned on Nov. 21 and was told it was just leftover oil and that everything had been cleaned. That same evening, I discovered the car was leaking from three different places. I brought the car back again on Dec. 2. After no communication all day, I called and was told they found another leaking gasket and wanted an additional $400. I was also told that "oil leaks are tricky on Volkswagens," but a properly diagnosed repair should not turn one leak into multiple new leaks in a matter of days. At this point, I declined further work. I paid over $2,000 and ended up with a car in worse condition than when I brought it in. I requested a refund in writing and never received a response. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend this shop.

There is nowhere else you should go for an oil change. They literally can't increase their service…read morebecause it is STELLAR -and fast as light speed.

In & out in 20min, DAN did a great job, super polite, very helpful, explained everything I needed…read moreto know, then topped off my windshield fluid, to boot.

Great and quick service, good prices. No pressure to pay for anything unnecessary, they had me in…read moreand out for my oil change in no time. Clayton was kind and helpful and knew exactly how to take care of my Volkswagen.

They do excellent work here! Christoper and Stan are super friendly and got my oil change done…read morequick!

The techs here are amazing! Very speedy diagnosis for my vehicle and it was fixed the next day…read more(next day fix due to my own schedule). The staff is super friendly and honest. Forget about going to the dealership for anything. They will be my go-to for everything now!

I don't usually review businesses unless I think people should know about them. Like contractors,…read moregood mechanics are hard to find. Being relatively new to Austin, I tried three different auto shops for maintenance repairs. ATL's customer service exceeded my expectations, both in kindness and prices. Austin, the gentleman who took care of me, was super welcoming and helpful, finding ways to save me money and thoroughly explaining in detail what was wrong with my car. He went over what was more important and of higher priority. Compared to the other places, which quoted me ridiculous prices before even looking at my car, ATL's approach was far more satisfactory. In short, I've recommended this place to my friends and family and have had my cars serviced here several times. I do not work for them nor do I have any ties to them, so take this as a genuine review. Thank you, guys!

Came here for a car inspection on a Tuesday morning and lemme tell ya - these folks are fast and…read moreefficient. It's a small place but seems quite equipped to manage a lot of car issues, and the gentleman who did my inspection that day (Charlie) was the sole person doing them, so he was cranking through a list of folks. They put your name on the clipboard when you arrive and just go straight down that list. I'd called beforehand to confirm their hours and theyd advised to come early so I came around 9a or so. I think the wait was about 15-20 mins? Really wasn't bad, I just fiddled with my phone and sat in my car. The actual inspection was also pretty fast, like 10 mins or maybe even a bit less. I appreciated the efficiency. Of note they do charge a 3% credit card fee. A lot of places do that nowadays, but that was really the only "surprise." They also offer a basic inspection ($12, basics to renew car reg) or a more thorough one for $18 where they check your wipers and lights etc.

Every once in a while, Austin reminds you why you fell in love with it in the first place--and…read moresurprisingly, this time it happened during an oil change. Let's be real: getting your oil changed usually ranks somewhere between "waiting at the DMV" and "realizing you forgot your charger at home." But Lube Pit Stop on South Lamar managed to turn it into the best oil change experience I've ever had in this city. And I don't say that lightly. From the moment I pulled in, the vibe was pure old-school Austin--friendly, unpretentious, and refreshingly human. No corporate script. No forced smiles. Just genuinely kind, courteous folks who seem to actually care about the people driving through their bays. Here's what really stood out: No upselling. None. Zero. Zilch. No "while we're at it..." scare tactics. No mystery fluids that suddenly must be replaced. Just honest work, clearly explained. Quick and efficient. I barely had time to scroll Yelp before they were done. In and out without feeling rushed or overlooked--an impressive balance. Kindness across the board. The entire team was polite, professional, and approachable in a way that feels increasingly rare. It wasn't flashy--it was sincere. And here's the kicker: when I drove away, I felt good. No second-guessing. No lingering "did I just get taken?" anxiety. Just the calm confidence that comes from dealing with people who do their job well and don't try to squeeze every extra dollar out of you. They also do state inspections, which is officially the cherry on top. One stop, no nonsense, handled by people you trust? That's a win in Austin traffic math. This is the kind of local business you root for. The kind you tell your friends about. The kind that quietly becomes your place without you even realizing it. Lube Pit Stop is officially who I'll be using from now on--and honestly, I hope they never change a thing. Highly recommend. Old Austin energy. Solid service. Zero BS.

These guys are the best. I come here frequently for oil changes and more. I trust them and they do…read moregood work. Lopez and Seabass gave me a free oil change today since their WiFi was down. Thanks guys!!!

Lopez and Seabass did a great job and I was extremely impressed with the customer service. I will…read morebe back!

Austin goes above and beyond! He spent like 30 minutes on the phone explaining what likely was…read morehappening to one of my cars and it ended up being something I was able to fix on my own for like $30.

Very friendly, fixed my check engine light and had not come back on. Did it in a couple of hours…read moreand for a reasonable price. He even fixed a few other problems i had pointed out for free.

Reasonable service. Fair price. ********************************************************read more

After driving to other nearby inspection locations (that I've used in the past), and seeing that…read morethey either didn't have an inspector on site, or had lines behind all their bays, I happened to see this building and made a quick turn. So easy! Friendly, got my info, and got me in and out pretty quickly. 10min max. Will be bringing my other car by that needs an inspection.

I'll be honest I passed this up to go to Jiffy Lube, but the inspector wasn't on duty so I came…read moreback here. But I'm glad I came, big shout out to Mark the inspector on duty at the time who was patient with me getting my proof of insurance from my mom. He was speedy and finished with asking anything else he could do. I asked him to fill my tires up which he did and also inspected one tire for punctures. They are running like a well oiled machine there. Everyone is communicating, especially for Safety. I will definitely be back.

There is nothing "instant" about this place. Been sitting here for an hour and fifteen minutes to…read moreget vehicle inspected. Of course, the car two in front had an oil change AND vehicle inspection, so that was an extra 15-min "instant" oil change on top of the 15-20 minute vehicle inspection. Incredible! If you have stuff to do, make sure you mark out a couple of hours to sit at Valvoline for your 15-20 vehicle inspection.