I brought my car in to Manchaca Service Center for them to check out a sweet & sour smell that I couldn't figure out. I thought it might be antifreeze. They did a full inspection of all the parts that might be causing it and told me what they checked but didn't find anything. They didn't charge me anything. I don't know if that's common, but I was very grateful that they were so diligent, as it could've been anything that might've caused me trouble later on. So I recommend these guys! Later that day, I noticed the smell again and on a hunch I checked the spare wheel well and sure enough -- on top was wet paper bags and an almost empty bottle of distilled water with a leak in the bottom! read more

$200 diagnostic check that was not put towards their services. I've NEVER heard of that before. They also completely forgot to call me when the service was complete and then tried to rush me to pick it up at 5:00pm in the evening. I was already not going to patron them again, and then I got in my car and found this bit of propaganda. Leaving trash in my car is rude, and this is an invasion of privacy. I paid you to fix my car, not to take it upon yourself to evangelize me. read more

Manchaca Service Center - So deeply unprofessional - Auto Repair Near Me - Austin, Texas

If you want your car out of commission for over two weeks you found the place! I had a brake issue and called before getting it towed to make sure they work on my make of car. They said yes. Next day they called saying they can't find a new part but can get a used one for $200. The guy was rude when I tried to ask how long a used one could work for. I ignored that. A *week later* they called saying the part wasn't right and they didn't know when they would get one. So i ended up taking a picture of it off my car and ordering one online for only $45. You would think they would have started working on it when I dropped it off but no. Called the next day and they said they'll try to get it to the day after. The level of disregard for other people's time and the inconvenience it caused, is absurd. Finally got my car back and they put some judgmental christian pamphlet in my cup holder. I do have a rainbow sticker on my car and can't help but feel they are the pray the gay away type. Never ever going there again. read more

Manchaca Service Center - Auto Repair Near Me - Austin, Texas

My car wouldn't start. He checked the ignition system and told me the battery needed replacing, which is what I figured. The recommended battery is a fancy one due to it being a new car: over $200. Because of the high price, he did not charge me any labor costs. I insisted on a tip and we settled on ~$45 for the labor. Super nice guy. Service was prompt. Highly recommend. read more

Terry and his team were recommended to us from a friend from church. He has been "on the ball" for us from the beginning and we trust him with his advice and work. He is servant hearted and my wife and I recommend you see him for your car needs too. read more

Manchaca Service Center - The front of the building. - Auto Repair Near Me - Austin, Texas

We thought we heard some brake noises coming from our Ford Escape. We brought it in Monday morning. I went over the issues with them and tuesday morning they called me and told me that after three test drives and pulling both wheels off to inspect the brake system they could find nothing wrong other than some possible front bearing wear that I should keep an ear out for down the road. I asked for the cost of the inspections and they told me my cost was zero, nadda. I offered to pay for their time and service but they declined as they hadnt actually repaired anything. I will definitely bring all my cars to them from now on. read more

I moved back to Texas recently and was in search of a good auto center to dedicate to for my 2008 Toyota Prius when need be. I wanted to support a local business and came across this place by Google. It was close to me and they were friendly over the phone so I gave them a chance. They also do everything so I liked the idea of having a one-stop center for all my maintenance needs. Came by three times in the last six months and have yet to be disappointed. I got my state inspection and an oil change here. It was very quick and smooth. The rates are reasonable. I admit I was a little concerned when I pulled up the very first time because of the not-commercially-perfectly-clean like chain businesses (i.e. white walls, manicured parking lot, etc) but later learned that they invest their time in their services rather than the look of their place. They didn't speak down to me as a female and Deaf customer and that was a refreshing change from the other places I've been to. My last visit was due to a concern about how my car was performing. I was upfront about my financial situation (TLDR: not good). They did a check and got back to me in less than two hours. They shared some minor issues but emphasized that it was nothing serious or immediately necessary. I was grateful for their honesty and quick work- especially if it was something I didn't need right now given my finances. They didn't try to sell me something I didn't need. In fact, they reassured me and made me feel good about my car and its maintenance plan. Also, some people (like one reviewer here) may be put off by the Christian materials in their waiting room. I am more spiritual than religious. However, I appreciate that they have moral standards that are within that realm. I never felt like they were pushing their beliefs on me- just sharing what they practiced. They are extremely kind people who work hard and that's rare these days. Exactly what I like to support. Great service, great people, great experience. read more

I'm hesitant to write this review because I'm afraid once everyone finds out about this place it'll be impossible to get an appointment. I first took my car here because it was convenient to where I live. It turned out to be the best service center I've ever been to. Ever. No joke. The pricing is more than fair and probably on the lower side, considering the quality and the work is done correctly the first time. When it comes to car repairs, you get what you pay for. If they don't think something needs fixed they tell you. That's hard to find these days. Most importantly, the owner, Terry and all of the people I deal with are amazing. I have never taken my car to an establishment where every single person I've dealt with is so friendly and eager to help. I will never take my car anywhere else. read more

Sawyer was clearly very busy, but took the time to help me out right away. Very good customer service. I will definitely be coming to his new location down the road in the old Latham Auto location. read more

Great experience! I had my SUV towed to them after hours this week and they called me at 8am the next morning with a quote and parts on the way. They were very communicative calling me several times throughout the process. It was done that afternoon! read more

I recently moved into the Manchaca from other parts of Austin and wanted a reliable individual to take care of minor auto repairs. Using the Yelp recommendations I came to Manchaca Service Center. My oil was changed and fluids checked and I was on my way to work in no time. Honest, reputable, and fast. read more

I've been bringing my crappy old Jetta here for a couple years and they always help me keep it running for a good price, great friendly people to do business with read more

Thank you, thank you, thank you! When you find a mechanic that doesn't manipulate you, doesn't charge you an arm and a leg...you've found a keeper! I had taken my car to Willie's Service Center on S. 1st for a state inspection. My car didn't pass and I was given a laundry list of issues (including "windshield wipers don't wipe properly") with a quote for $300, which didn't seem too extreme. The major issue was the exhaust pipe. Yet, I still left feeling skeptical - I paid for the failed inspection and decided to get a second opinion. I'm glad I did...went to Terry at Manchaca Service Center, who I've gone to before (further south, but soooo worth it). He noticed the exhaust pipe was extremely rusted right off the bat and told me I'd have to get that fixed before it passes. He didn't charge me the inspection fee. I returned the following week and he fully inspected my car, giving me the option of patching up the exhaust pipe (the easiest, quickest, and least expensive option). I saved more than $150, with no mention of the windshield wipers (because they DO wipe properly) and my car was ready to go in just two hours later. Thank you Willie's, for opening my eyes to your 1 - star experience. Manchaca Service Center, you're a keeper! YAY! read more

I have over 190,000 miles on my F-150 truck, and these people have kept that truck running. They're quick, honest, easy to work with, and reasonable in price. Customer service has always been excellent. We will continue to take our vehicles to Manchaca Service Center until we're too old to drive! read more

I am so happy I brought my van to Terry and his guys. They were extremely honest, very reasonable and fairly priced , and quickly diagnosed and fixed my brake problem. If you are looking for an honest and dependable mechanic, you can stop looking. I am thrilled that I now have someone I completely trust when I have a problem... you will be in good hands if you bring your vehicle to terry and his guys ! ~ Andre magat read more

Got a vehicle inspection here. Very prompt, courteous people I dealt with. I think they did what they needed to do. I just know they have to send some documentation to the state so I can get my vehicle registration. My issue is the prostheletizing they do when you walk into the shop. Free bibles laying around. Tiny pamphlets about god's plan. Two page pamphlets that contain THE ANSWER. Holy crap. The Answer is only two pages long? And it's available to read while my car is serviced. Freaking beautiful. Praise Allah. They have some terrible praise music blaring in the waiting room. Thank FlyingSpaghettiMonster I remembered my headphones. If all this wasn't enough, of course one of the techs left a present in my center console... THE ANSWER pamphlet was there to greet my soulless, Planned Patenthood-supporting (I have a bumper sticker proudly attached to my car), heathen butt. So Jew, atheist, Muslim and Hindu brothers and sisters-- avoid this place if you want to avoid unpleasant Christian vibes. Holy crap Christians try so hard some time. It's almost sweet. read more

WARNING!!! DO NOT TAKE YOUR VEHICLE HERE!!!! Took my car in to have tire changed and part of front end worked on, they ended up replacing engine parts and keeping same tire with no explanations as well as a very expensive bill. read more

Not Honest as they Perceive . They Communicate Well, But will Exaggerate the Work resulting in Higher Cost which is their Bottom Line. Featuring Godly Literature in the Waiting Area to illustrate Honesty, and then Inflate the Cost of a Repair. I have Receipts as Proof totalling close to 8k for the last 5 years. What a Shame. read more

I have been going to Manchaca Auto Repair for the past four years and it has been one of my the best decisions. Terry, Barry and the rest of the staff are extremely professional, but the best is their friendliness. Not only am I having them take care of my older vehicle, but also my new one. That's how much trust their work. read more

Terry the owner was nice and honest about the work required to get my car fixed. I wish I had brought it to him sooner. Last guy told me I needed all 8 spark plugs replaced but Terry advised that only #5 was missing and just charged me to replace that. Car is running so smooth again! So grateful he didn't try to up-sell on work that I didn't need, as so many other mechanics can be known to do with women. read more

Dropped off my '06 Lexus late on Sunday night. Finished in the late afternoon Monday. They changed both of my belts and all brake pads. Whole shebang was totally reasonable and easy peasy. If you have a friend with a Tesla that highly respects these guys, saying they are are honest and fair, you listen. AND I am glad I listened. I will be goin' back even though I am way NW of deep Manchaca Rd. Thank you! read more

5 STARS TO THIS BUSINESS!! Terry got me in right before they closed to check out my axle and ended up moving it to the back for no charge!! I am definitely keeping them in mind for any and all future needs I have. Even if it's out of the way, I strongly encourage you to keep them in mind, they will treat you like royalty! read more

MSC is very reliable, good rates, fast service. Employees are very friendly. They try to get you in and out with great service. Hours are early for drop off in the morning.. read more

Thanks to Terry and Barry for their friendly and efficient service - oil changes, car checks, inspections, ..... So happy I don't have to go far to get our cars looked after. read more

At first, They approach you as honest & informational to attract you as a new customer.(Bibles in waiting area). Then they will overcharge you & perform unnecessary labor to increase cost & rip us off. I know cars & understand auto repair. read more

I highly recommend this auto repair shop. Terry and the other guys there have been fair with me and my ten year old car over the last two years. The latest was this past week when I found my passenger floor board to be sopping wet and a strange burning smell coming from car. Dropped it off with them. I received a phone call within 2 hours to tell me that the air conditioner was clogged and that was the only thing they could find wrong. They blew it out and now my car was ready for pickup at no charge. I've had positive experiences with them over time, and would encourage people to take their vehicles here. read more

Another 5 star review for Terry and Manchaca Service Center. Like most people, I am shamefully suspicious of mechanics. Unfortunately, a few bad apples have ruined the reputation of many good ones. My 2001 Nissan PU's AC completely went out last week and I took it to him. AC units are historically very expensive and I was bracing myself for the worst. Terry is very honest and could have easily replaced the entire unit. Especially since my truck is the age it is. However, Terry added some Freon and replaced a faulty switch for the compressor. It's blowing cold as ice again and I could not be more grateful. Terry is a man of faith and his business principles are top notch. I have found my new mechanic! I highly recommend Terry and his crew. You will get an honest assessment and repair bill. read more

Service was quick. Customer service was awful. Go somewhere else if you have a choice.

I had managed to go in a circle looking for a place to do an oil change in a reasonable time frame. I should have just stayed at the first place because I hit 4 other places that all told me 2+ hour wait... pulled into this place and asked if they could do an oil change and quick (I'm headed out of town just like everyone else) and he responded with "yup we're waiting on you!" In and out within 30 minutes, the guy was a straight shooter and didn't try to up sell or shoot the shit, he also had a sense of humor which is always nice when dealing with a garage full of testosterone in 100+ degree weather... I'm glad I didn't stay at that first place, I'll be coming here from now on and recommending friends and family. thanks for the great first impression! read more

I was referred to Manchaca Service by my friend. I needed a place that could replace my alternator quickly and at a low cost. I didn't want to deal with any mechanic rip offs or any other funny business. Terry was very helpful, gave me an honest quote, and helped me get my vehicle towed after hours to the shop. It was ready the next morning. Very quick and easy process. I would recommend this location to my friends. read more

As a woman, I dread going to any mechanic because I always feel like they try to take advantage of my lack of mechanical knowledge. I remember the first time I went to see Terry, the owner, about doing some work I thought I needed. He asked me some questions , took a look at my car and proceeded to tell me my car was fine and I didn't have to have done what another mechanic had told me. It turned out to be something very minor vs. What I was thinking. Just today I called to get an estimate on some preventive services/ basic maintenance. He asked me the make ,model and year of my car to verify If I needed some or all of the services I called about. He told me he didn't think I needed a transmission flush, which would have been the most expensive of the 4 services I inquired about. All of this to say, Mr. Terry is an extremely honest man and really cares about his customers. For any woman or really anybody looking for a good and trustworthy mechanic, I definitely recommend Terry at Manchaca Service center. read more

Once again, just want to say.. the work and inspection of my car seemed to be great. It was the customer service that really needed some work. A warm welcome, someway to show that they appreciate the customers business would be appreciated. I was there last Friday, around 1:30pm. read more

Seriously the best. Was in a tough spot and had to leave car with him for an estimate. They could have really gouged me but had me back on the road at a bare minimal cost. Never going anywhere else. Never review anything on Yelp but I am so happy that I signed up just to write this. read more

We have been taking our vehicles here for two years, and won't go anywhere else. Terry and the guys even do our oil changes, same price, time and drop in service as the other places. THen they know our vehicle when we need major service. We found them by word of mouth because I wanted a second opinion on a quote that I had gotten from a big shop in Austin. He brought my $1300 quote down to $500 and we have been going to him ever since! We drive high milage vehicles and have had to get some major work done. If Terry can't fix it, he will find the best person, with the best price, that can. These are good people that are going to take great care of you and your vehicle! read more

I will never give this company my business again. I came in today to get my car inspected to renew my registration and was incredibly disappointed in the quality of customer service and care that was provided. Now, I totally understand that making 18 dollars on an inspection really isn't something spectacular during a work day, but I was amazed at how awful the service was. I walked into the shop, completely open to the place (because, how can someone screw up an inspection) and immediately was taken aback with how rude the mechanic was to me. He just said give me your keys and show me your insurance card...no big deal at first, until he took my car for a spin, peeled out of the driveway and almost hit a truck because he wasn't exactly looking in the rearview mirror. He came to a screeching holt (guess the brakes work fine), then peeled out of the driveway after almost running into the truck (I saw the ENTIRE thing and you would think that even though my car is 11 years old that you would take care of somebody else's property). He then pulled into the garage, did the remaining inspection and just told me, "okay, that's 18 dollars." He didn't elaborate on if the car was okay, no apology for almost running into the truck, nothing. I asked if everything was okay, and he said yup, paper is on the seat (which he mumbled) and then was kinda annoyed because I asked him again what he said considering I couldn't hear him the first time. Not to mention the entire time he had his headphones hooked up to his iPod and refused to take them out of his ears to help me out as a customer. Now, what really took me aback was the fact that once I got into my car, saw my paper, there was a little pamphlet on how God loves you, etc. I am most definitely a believer, go to church, and do my best to see the best in people; however, actions speak louder than words and I was really disappointed that mechanic acted the way he did and had the nerve to be like remember, Jesus is watching...ummm ok? Overall, very disappointed in the lack of care, customer service, and how the mechanic was annoyed with my business altogether. I take great care of my car and have no issues sending it to a mechanic to make sure that it's constantly running smoothly, but this place will never see my business again. I'd most definitely advise going elsewhere. read more

We reserved a truck for a 9am pick up arrived and the employee was clueless he went I get truck n discovered the keys were locked in truck, we have been waiting two hours for pop a lock company n that employee didn't know how to open the lock. We were then told after I aàked that he had knowledge of the keys being locked at 7:30 This morning. This has messed up our schedule n no one wanting to talking responsibility. read more

Came back for coil repair, quick and accurate work.

I'm extremely happy to see all of the five-star ratings for Manchaca Service Center. Thanks to everyone who posted on Terry's behalf. You know the old adage, "You can please some of the people some of the time. But not all of the people all of the time." Kudos to Terry!!!!' read more

Terry is my go-to guy when I need something serious done on my vehicles. I've been coming to him for years with diagnostics and needed repairs. He is so honest! One time I said, "such and such needs to be done on my car". He replied, "no, only this needs to be done." You can trust him to do only what needs to be done. He also accomplishes the needed repairs at a fraction of the dealer cost. For one repair I had a $2500. quote from the dealer, Terry did it for $900. If you want honesty and quality, get with Terry. read more

Best auto shop I've ever been to. They're honest they're fast they do everything they can to be affordable. Very good people will continue to come back over and over again. read more