Royce&#x27;s Towing &amp; Recovery

Words cannot express my gratitude for the mechanics at Ridley's. As many of you know, I currently…read morereside in Tallahassee. I was sharing a good cup of Lucky Goat Coffee when a friend of mine recommended this place. I was having issues with my Nissan Altima 2009 and I could not figure out what was wrong. The steering wheel was locked, but the car was powering up fine, so I assumed it was an alignment issue. I'm not a car guru, but I enjoy learning about cars, plus having close friends who are mechanics doesn't hurt. Mark works at Ridley's and he immediately addressed the issue of having a bad A/C compressor and a torn Serpentine Belt. Typically whenever you need a service completed and don't have the necessary parts, the dealership or shop will charge you an insane amount of money. What the general public doesn't know is the reason these places charge a lot of money is due to supply and demand. Fortunately, I bought the parts from Autozone and I only needed to pay for the labor. Having parts already in hand becomes a lot cheaper than having a place by the parts and charge labor on top. Mark was honest about everything and he was a very easy person to talk to. I arrived at the shop around 9:00AM and my service was completed around 1:00PM. Not bad at all for timing. And the price was a great deal. If you need a recommendation for a great mechanic, look no further. I highly recommend Mark and his team to anyone. I am very pleased with my service and can't wait to go back. Feels good when you have a personal mechanic from one experience. Do yourself a favor and go visit Ridley's! Happy Yelping, Ricky

From the owner: At Ridley’s Automotive, we believe great service starts with honesty, skill, and genuine care for…read morethe people we serve. Since opening our doors in 2009, owner Marc Ridley has built a reputation in South Georgia for dependable repairs, fair pricing, and treating every customer like a neighbor—not a number. Our certified technicians use modern diagnostic tools and high‑quality parts to ensure every job is done right the first time. Whether you’re here for routine maintenance or major repairs, you can count on clear communication, fast turnaround times, and a team that stands behind its work. When you choose Ridley’s Automotive, you’re choosing a shop rooted in integrity, community, and a commitment to keeping you safely on the road.

Juancho’s Auto Mechanic

A great experience. Went the extra mile to get the work done right and it took longer than…read moreexpected but I was charged a very fair price, especially considering the unexpected problems that arose during the course of the repair.

From the owner: Juancho’s Auto provides outstanding quality auto repair services for an affordable price locally…read morenear the Tallahassee area. We understand auto repairs can be very expensive and unexpected so we do our best to look out for customers and put out our best work to your vehicles. Whether you are stuck on the side of the road or at home we will go to you if requested. We are experienced technicians with work history and will tackle repairs ranging from smaller jobs like oil changes to bigger jobs like engine repair and diagnosis. Contact us to get a quote!

Hobson Chevrolet Buick

4.2

(5 reviews)

This dealership did me dirty! They lied to me and sold me a lemon. The car salesman "Coach" lied…read morelike a rug. He claimed the car was in tip top shape, but the car only lasted a week before I had to take it back for maintenance. Also when I brought the car back for maintenance, they didn't even fix the issue that I specifically asked them to fix. I had to go to another mechanic to get it fixed. Do not, I repeat DO NOT purchase a vehicle from these crooks! It's sad when your own people will do you dirty for a dollar bill! SMFH! I wish I could give zero stars!

Frank Spires was great to work with. Very accessible and worked hard to find us the right Suburban…read moreat a great price.

Lewis Express Care

4.8

(4 reviews)

I will drive from Tampa, FL just to get my oil changed here. Legitimately the best place EVER!read more

KYLE IS THE MAN! We called first thing this morning after our radiator failed on our 1989 RV while…read moreon a road trip. They were so very helpful and fixed it ASAP with efficiency, quality and affordability! Can not recommend them enough. They REALLY helped us out of a pickle! Great Job...consider repairing radiator over replacing!

Bracewell Auto Service

4.7

(3 reviews)

We had a wonderful experience with Bracewell Auto Service. I first sent my kiddo in with our moto…read morevan to get it checked out, and the way the team treated him meant so much to me. He came home talking about how friendly, helpful, and respectful everyone was. He was given a quote, and I called shortly after to schedule the service. I brought the van in the next day for repairs, and while the issue ended up being a little bigger than anticipated and required additional parts, they went above and beyond. They put everything back together so I wouldn't be without a vehicle while we waited for the correct parts to come in. Once the parts arrived, they got me in the very same day. The care they showed--not just to me, but to my family--really stood out. It's rare to find a place that treats you like more than just another customer. Bracewell Auto Service has earned our trust and our business for as long as we're in Cairo. I highly recommend them!

Two points to make:…read more 1) Great mechanical service (5 stars) I've been to BAS approximately 5 times and the repairs were both done in a timely fashion and with excellent results 2) Customer Service (3 stars) In the 5 times I've had work done..... not once have I been called to give me an estimate of cost & time necessary to complete the job! Just a call on completion with a cost due and a review of what devices were completed. This last time (Tuesday), the car was towed there. A young lady took my wife's information and even gave her a ride home. We didn't hear from them on Wednesday so WE FOLLOWED UP! They didn't even know the car was there! We were told they would check the car for the estimate and call back....they didn'! Now I will have to wait until Thursday am to find out what's up! They cost my wife a days work/pay. She uses the car to do her job. She's off on Wednesdays and will lose Thursday's pay because they lost the car and didn't do the work on Wednesda! I'm sure they'll say "that's to bad".....we'll see.

Daniel Edwards

1.0

Absolutely horrible service. Ordered a jump start through AARP on the app. Was able to track the…read moredriver through their whole route. Driver took ridiculous ways to get to destination THEN once he's outside the parking garage he circles for at least 10 mins. Doesn't call to clarify the location or him having trouble finding me. I tried calling through the AARP app and the glitch would not allow. Then I get a notification on my phone that the provider marked the service as complete and just left. No call. Nothing. Never use them because clearly their integrity and customer service is non-existent.

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Jeff's Paint & Body Shop

(11 reviews)

Amazing service and pricing. Jeff and his wife were great. The customer service and finished…read moreproduct were exactly what I envisioned.

I took my car here while I was in the process of getting estimates from three different places…read more This is a small family owned business. I did not get a recording when I called asking me to press a number, I was not told I had to have an appointment to come get an estimate or that I needed to pay a deposit, and I was treated kindly. The price was lower than one of the other local places I called, so I decided to bring my car here. I paid for the parts in advance upon their suggestion for a faster repair, but it was not required. It did cut down on the waiting period. After providing an estimate on the repair, Jeff noticed a piece of plastic loose on the front bumper. He didn't know if I would be returning to get the repair or not, but he secured it temporarily for me without me asking. When I dropped it off for the repair, it was finished in less than a day. I was having the front bumper replaced and painted. When I went to pick it up, I was astonished and really touched. He had not only done an amazing job on the repair (not one noticeable piece out of place), but he had washed the car and polished my headlights. I was so full of gratitude. As long as they are in business, I will not go anywhere else. They made my 11 year car look new! The shop is very small, and when you pull up to the front (it's a little hard to find because it is not well marked and is off of a side street) it doesn't seem like a body shop. There is a little office door. You can just pull up on the sidewalk or on the street and walk right up, and you will be greeted. They don't seem to have much of a waiting area. You can walk to railroad square from there to kill time, but you would be better off having someone help you drop the car off. Please support this local business!

Kirkpatrick’s Auto

I was stuck 6 hours away from home on a Sunday while moving across states and started hearing a…read moreconcerning noise under my 4Runner. Tommy responded quickly, showed up when he said he would, and immediately diagnosed the issue. He explained everything clearly, fixed it on the spot, and made sure it was safe before I got back on the road. Fast service, great communication, and high-quality work. You can tell he knows what he's doing and genuinely cares about helping people. Couldn't recommend him more highly -- absolute lifesaver.

my engine was knocking so I brought it to Kirkpatrick's auto and they rebuilt my engine and had my…read morecar running like new. they were very friendly and professional and treated me like family. And the prices were unbeatable . if you need your engine rebuilt or just need basic maintenance, I recommend bringing your car to them.

Capital City Collision Center

4.1

(9 reviews)

I went to Capital City Collision the week of September 1st (either the 2nd or 3rd) for my first…read morequote after an accident. Over the next few days, I also got quotes from Maaco, Advantage Auto Body, Competitive Auto Body, and Gerber. The prices ranged from $4,900 to $3,400. Capital City Collision gave me the lowest quote ($3,400) while also treating me with the most respect and understanding. I dropped off my car on Monday of that week. By Tuesday/Wednesday, they had already disassembled what was needed. They were upfront that there was some visible internal damage and that they wouldn't know the full picture until everything was apart. Unlike other shops that wanted to replace everything, they explained where repairs were possible (like reshaping my radiator rather than automatically replacing it). This saved me significant money. They were also flexible in ways other shops weren't: their aftermarket parts prices matched what I found myself, and they had no problem with me sourcing parts if needed. Several shops refused this outright or insisted on OEM only. Their labor was $55/hour and very fairly priced. I called them a week later for an update, they were still waiting on parts. The following week, they let me know the part they first ordered was broken, so they ordered a new one but they expected the car to be ready the next day. The only hiccup was with one headlight: the part was originally quoted at $600, but since it wasn't available at that price, they adjusted the labor so the difference was only $200 instead of the full increase. That kind of effort to keep the price as close to the original quote as possible is rare in this industry. On September 26th, they called me to say the car was basically ready but had two issues: (1) the PCS light was on (a sensor that helps with braking safety) and (2) the battery had died while they were test driving. Here's where I really appreciated their transparency, they could have easily claimed I needed a new PCS sensor (a very expensive part) or a new battery. Instead, they explained exactly what they were seeing, test-drove the car four times, and told me it might just be a calibration or placement issue. Within an hour, they found the sensor was simply out of place, and the battery worked fine after a jump. They even suggested I go to AutoZone (where I originally bought the battery) to test it, and AutoZone confirmed the battery was perfectly healthy. They could have charged me thousands more, but they didn't. That honesty means everything. The finished work looks fantastic. The hood was completely destroyed in the accident, and part of the side body wasn't great, but I chose not to replace that panel to save money. Because of that, the hood alignment is a little wider on one side, but they respected my choice and explained the tradeoff. It's not noticeable unless you're looking for it. The car looks great, drives great, and was finished efficiently. For comparison: at Advantage Auto Body, they insisted on sawing off my hood just to give me a quote, then left the saw inside my car until Maaco found it and removed it. Other shops were hundreds to over a thousand dollars more expensive without offering more transparency. As a young woman handling this process on my own, it was discouraging at times to see the price differences, but Capital City Collision never made me feel taken advantage of. Overall, they were professional, fair, and incredibly honest. I wish I could tip them on top of what I paid. I'll attach before/after photos to show the difference, but I can say with confidence: this is the shop I would recommend to anyone. Lessons learned: If you're in this situation, I recommend going to multiple shops for quotes and seeing where they overlap on what really needs to be replaced. After that, check aftermarket prices for those parts so you know whether the quote is fair. It takes extra time, but it gives you a solid baseline, and for me, Capital City Collision matched those fair prices while giving me honest, quality work. Pictures with information blacked out

My wife had an accident in our Chinese-made REV 4 low speed vehicle. Parts weren't available due to…read moretariffs. No other machine or body shop would touch repairing the damaged hinges and door frame. Scott at Capital City Collision Center solved my problem quickly and at a fair price.

Plantation Propane

3.5

My first impression on setting up an account was very positive with the gentleman who helped me. He…read morecut to the chase and helped me with the paperwork. He was kind and explained everything to me. I laid down a credit card so they can pump and go. He showed me their gas cookers and was very knowledgeable in their products. They carry only top of the line cookers that you can depend on. I'll be coming back to buy a cooker. Glad to visit this place that used to be Chastain-Clark when I was growing up in Thomasville. Thank you for being so professional. I support this business.

Don't use this company! Can't keep their schedule and when they arrive they have the meanest…read moreattitudes if you are a COD customer! Will be switching soon

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Harry S.

1 year ago

We were sent Royce's Towing & Recovery thru CoachNet. The truck and operator arrived as we were told; previous company and driver never came. The operator was a young man named Ben Cannon; very professional, knowledgeable and concerned about safety and no damage towing our diesel motorhome. Ben went out of his way to help us get our motorhome drivable; the power steering lines broke. Excellent work and if and when we need another tow Royce's and Ben will be the first on call. Thank you Ben Cannon!!! Harry Sullivan read more

P. C.

2 years ago

I was in need of towing service and was Royce's Towing was recommended. I was so please and grateful for the kindness extended to us. These are really good caring people not just about their job but also about the people they help read more

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