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    Groovy Lube

    3.2 (364 reviews)
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    Routine automotive maintenance

    Transmission leak inspection

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    Jeremy C.

    My wife had been using Groovy for fifteen years or more (well before I moved to Austin and met her), and they seemed to be competent and honest. After our last experience, they aren't getting near any vehicle we own. I just spent the better part of my day (and made four trips to AutoZone) to untangle the mess they made of our Expedition the last time they changed its oil, back in July. On our road trip last week, the oil life monitor indicated it was time for an oil change. The day before Thanksgiving, I took it up to the Walmart up the road from us. They took it back, looked at it, and returned it to me along with receipt for $0 with a note on it that said "SERVICE REFUSED" due to the cross-threaded drain plug. This week my wife took it up to Groovy so that they could fix their foul-up. Neither of us even considered they'd do anything less than make it right since they had performed the oil change that led to the cross-threaded drain plug. Alas, that was not to be. They bobbed and weaved like Joe Frazier trying to avoid George Foreman, and essentially told her that Walmart must have messed it up, and it wasn't their fault. Seeing as to how I didn't ride in here on a head of cabbage, and I've done countless oil changes myself, I know good and well that one doesn't cross-thread a drain plug and get it stuck TRYING TO TAKE IT OUT. That happens when you put it in crooked and apply way too much torque rather than stopping to ask yourself "why in the world am I having to work so hard to get this darn thing in?" Okay, maybe the folks at Walmart actually pulled the drain plug and cross-threaded it putting it back on. But if they'd done that, they would have drained the engine and had to refill it. Seemed kind of unlikely that they'd tell me they refused to service it and not charge me. If they were trying to be dishonest, I would expect they would charge me and wouldn't say anything, leaving the problem to drive off the lot (sort of like [ahem] Groovy Lube). Well, I know from reading Groovy Lube's online reviews (spoiler alert: I'm not the first person to have their drain plug cross threaded) that they put green stuff on the drain plug and filler cap so they can see if anybody has messed with things since they serviced it. Well, whaddya know, the green stuff is on the filler cap, showing it hasn't been tampered with. It was clear that Groovy wasn't going to make things right, so I decided to fix things myself. I headed over to AutoZone for the first time to pick up what I needed. After getting the Expedition up on the ramps, I took a look at the oil filter. The date on it matched the Groovy Lube oil change. After a considerable amount of effort involving a breaker bar, a hammer, and a screwdriver, I finally got the drain plug out. The threads closest to the head were totally ruined. I can't imagine that happening without somebody using an impact wrench to tighten things. Once I got the new drain plug in, I moved on to the oil filter. There wasn't enough room to use my band oil filter wrench to get the filter off, so I headed back to AutoZone (the second trip) for an appropriately-sized end cap wrench. Got back under the Expedition again, but something wasn't right. The end cap that I purchased for an STP S2 filter (the correct filter for our Expedition, FYI) was obviously larger than the filter. Hmmm. This filter is a Valvoline VO-88. I wonder if that is the equivalent of an S2? (Spoiler alert - it's not. It's the equivalent of an STP S10060. See for yourself: https://www.oilfilter-crossreference.com/convert/VALVOLINE/VO88). But maybe it still fits our Expedition but just happens to be a different size than the S2? Let's check Valvoline's application guide. (Spoiler alert [1 of 2]: Nope. The VO-88, which is listed toward the top of the first page, isn't listed as being compatible with ANY Ford products. See for yourself: https://www.valvolinefilters.com/sites/default/files/ValvolineFilterApplicationGuide%282018%29Oil.pdf; Spoiler alert [2 of 2]: From reading their reviews, I'm also not the first person to end up with the wrong oil filter on their vehicle.) So, I headed back to AutoZone for the third time for another end cap filter wrench, feelin' about like Bill Jackson felt a minute and 37 seconds into "The Uptown Poker Club." From this point on things went better. I got everything put together, filled it up with oil, and headed to AutoZone for the fourth time to drop off the used oil. So, in conclusion, if you like to have incompetent folks service your vehicle, use incorrect parts, use waaaaaay too much torque on your drain plug (leaving you with a potentially expensive repair to a critical part of your vehicle), and then lie to you about their foul-up, hoping you don't have the mechanical knowledge to call them on it, hey... Groovy is your place.

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    Ask the Community - Groovy Lube

    Bought a full synthetic oil change through Groupon. How much will the "extra" fees cost for a 2009 lincoln mks?

    This is just going to be taken down anyways because Y'ALL (YELP) don't really want the truth out there, but here it goes. If you bring in a Full Synthetic Groupon, you'll instead be given a Blend oil. Just so they can save money by making you spend… Read more

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    Went for my car inspection and was helped by John, who was very kind and helpful.

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    There I was, feeling productive and confident, when my car decided it had other plans. I turned the…read morekey... nothing. Not a sound. Not even a courtesy click. Just silence...pure, uncomfortable silence. At first, I tried optimism. Then logic. Then the classic move of turning the key again like it might suddenly change its mind. It did not (like a child digging in their heels). At this point, I accepted that my car had entered its "I'm tired and I quit" era. Cue roadside assistance....Alpha Roadside Services and Battery. Thankfully, help arrived before I had time to spiral into Googling "How to survive permanently stranded in your driveway." The roadside assistance technician showed up calm, professional, and completely unfazed by my dramatic retelling of events. Within minutes, they diagnosed the issue, got things sorted out, and brought my car back to life like some kind of automotive wizard. What could have turned into a full‑blown inconvenience (or emotional breakdown) ended up being quick and painless. No lectures, no eye‑rolling...just efficient help and a running vehicle again. The car was not tired, but the battery was a bit weak. While roadside service was free through our insurance plan, we had to pay for battery, which was reasonably priced. Thanks to roadside assistance, my car is no longer staging protests, and I can once again go about my day pretending this never happened. Highly recommend Alpha Roadside Services and Battery... especially if your car enjoys surprise rebellion.

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    Orange Tires - Balance your tire

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    I cannot express enough how grateful I am for this company's professionalism, lightning-fast…read moreresponse, and extremely reasonable pricing. They operate 24/7, and unbelievably, they did not charge extra for an after-hours emergency call, nor was there any type of travel fee. This alone speaks volumes about their integrity and customer care. I had a blowout in my kid's Tesla on a Friday night around 9:30 PM, and within 45 minutes of calling, they were already on-site changing the damaged tire. I assumed they would put a slightly used tire on, however it was a brand new tire. The total cost for their services was less than what I would have paid at a tire shop just to purchase one tire, which is incredible given the convenience and speed. The only reason I went back to discount tire today to use the road hazard warranty that I had purched when replacing these tires last month was purely for my OCD ways and wanting my set of 4 tires to match. The two technicians who arrived were extremely polite, professional, and understanding, knowing how eager we were to get safely back on the road. The payment process was also seamless -- they accepted Zelle, making it one of the easiest parts of an already smooth experience. Huge thanks to David and his coworker for their outstanding service and for getting us back on the road so quickly. I will absolutely recommend this company to anyone who needs tire service. Exceptional experience from start to finish!!!

    About a month ago, I visited Orange Tire to replace all four tires. At that time, I was very…read moresatisfied with the service and even left a 5-star review. However, my experience completely changed afterward. Today, I needed to replace my brake pads and attempted to remove the wheels myself. I was unable to loosen the lug nuts because they had been tightened extremely hard during my previous visit. While trying to remove them, I broke one of the wheel studs due to the excessive force required. I stopped immediately and went back to Orange Tire to address the issue. I explained that I had been there a month ago and that their team had overtightened the lug nuts to the point where I couldn't remove them. Instead of taking responsibility, the staff initially tried to blame rust. I can understand one stuck lug nut -- but not three out of five on a single wheel. That's not normal and clearly indicates improper torque. The manager spent about 15-20 minutes on the phone (possibly with the owner), and eventually told me that I would need to purchase new parts myself, bring them in, and they would replace them for free. I offered a simple and reasonable solution -- just reimburse the cost so I could handle the repair myself and not waste additional time. However, the owner responded in a dismissive and unfriendly manner, refusing any refund and insisting I follow their process. This situation shows a lack of accountability and poor customer service. What started as a great experience turned into a very disappointing one. Be careful -- over-tightened lug nuts can cause serious damage and additional expenses.

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    South Lamar District, 78704 (South Austin)

    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.

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