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Top-Reviewed Auto Mechanics in Charlottesville, VA
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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 auto mechanics in Charlottesville, VA by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Settle Tire Co. with a 4.8-star rating from 1,379 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Airport Road Auto Center Tire Pros and Meineke Car Care Center. The average rating across all listed auto mechanics in Charlottesville is 4.7 stars from 386 reviews per business on average.
Auto repair in Charlottesville: $75–$150/hr labor rate. Oil changes $40–$100; brake jobs $200–$600; transmission repair $1,500–$4,000+.
Rankings updated May 17, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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4.7★
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Top Rated Auto Mechanics
Settle Tire Co.
824 Preston Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22903, USA
Airport Road Auto Center Tire Pros
1791 Airport Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22911, USA
Meineke Car Care Center
1906 Emmet St N, Charlottesville, VA 22901, USA
Auto Mechanics Rankings in Charlottesville, VA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Settle Tire Co.824 Preston Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22903, USA | 4.8★ | 1,379 |
| #2 | Airport Road Auto Center Tire Pros1791 Airport Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22911, USA | 4.8★ | 1,927 |
| #3 | Meineke Car Care Center1906 Emmet St N, Charlottesville, VA 22901, USA | 4.1★ | 1,757 |
| #4 | Peacock Auto Service1023 Carlton Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA | 4.9★ | 264 |
| #5 | Zak Mechanic818 B, Stonehenge Ave Ext, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA | 4.9★ | 125 |
| #6 | J Team Auto Repair & Exhaust, LLC2111 Berkmar Dr suite b, Charlottesville, VA 22901, USA | 4.9★ | 177 |
| #7 | Minter's Auto Repair1515 6th St SE, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA | 4.8★ | 61 |
| #8 | Straight Up Automotive Service601A Albemarle St, Charlottesville, VA 22903, USA | 4.8★ | 151 |
| #9 | Cole's Import Specialist713 Harris St A, Charlottesville, VA 22903, USA | 4.9★ | 68 |
| #10 | C & R Auto Service1136 E Market St, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA | 4.6★ | 103 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Auto Mechanics in Charlottesville
Peacock Auto Service
1023 Carlton Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
Zak Mechanic
818 B, Stonehenge Ave Ext, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
J Team Auto Repair & Exhaust, LLC
2111 Berkmar Dr suite b, Charlottesville, VA 22901, USA
Minter's Auto Repair
1515 6th St SE, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
Straight Up Automotive Service
601A Albemarle St, Charlottesville, VA 22903, USA
Cole's Import Specialist
713 Harris St A, Charlottesville, VA 22903, USA
C & R Auto Service
1136 E Market St, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
Total Auto Service
1150 Richmond Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22911, USA
Auto Doctor
1067 Gasoline Alley, Charlottesville, VA 22901, USA
Reggie’s Auto Service
205 Meade Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
Larry's Auto & Truck Repair
1313 Belleview Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22901, USA
Scott's Ivy Exxon Automotive & Tire
4260 Ivy Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903, USA
Troy's Auto & Diesel,LLC
100 Shadwell Heights Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22911, USA
Thomas Wheel Alignment & Auto
515 Stewart St, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
Andy's Auto Services
950 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
Auto Teknika
814 Charlton Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22903, USA
C-Ville Imports
108 Lewis St, Charlottesville, VA 22903, USA
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