I usually go to my dealer for anything car related, but in this day their emissions inspection machine was down. Since I'd already planned the time from work, I Googled places nearby. This place had good reviews, so first I called to see what the wait was like, then drove over. The person I spoke to on the phone was pleasant. When I arrived, they asked me to scan a QR code to check in, that was neat. Although I went in for just an emissions inspection, the person who checked me in saw that my state inspection was due soon and suggested getting that done as well which I agreed to. Then I sat in the waiting area in the back and worked a bit. I wish I'd taken a picture of the waiting area before others arrived because it was so cute! It was decorated with a beach theme and there were small couches and arm chairs and games to play. I think the emissions and safety inspection took about an hour or a little more. When they finished the person who checked me out was also pleasant and chatty. He was reviewing my vehicle and what services I needed and I commented that it was much less than what my dealer recommended. He was very professional and said that the dealer might be more conservative but he believes in only getting what's necessary. I appreciated his take, and especially that he didn't feel the need to talk negatively about a competitor. I will absolutely be back to get my car serviced. It was a pleasant experience with pleasant people! read more

I went here for my cars state and emissions inspection. Most places I asked around had a 1+ hour wait and weren't nice about their communication. I guess it's because my car is newer and they can't make money off state and emissions inspections unless cars are older usually. I called here before I went and they only had one car ahead of mine. When I showed up to the shop, there was someone working on another vehicle but was very friendly to me and asked me to wait while he looks at my car. I was dome in 30 minutes and was on my way! While waiting at the shop, I also overheard the mechanics conversation with a customer where they needed a costly car part replaced, and he even went ahead and called the manufacturer for the customer to see if there was still a warranty on the part. He also came up with other alternatives. A customer could use to pay for the expensive part. I've never seen a mechanic go this far for a customer before and it makes me want to come back in case there's ever issues with my car. read more

Capitol Auto Land - Auto Repair Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Professionals!!!! Honest mechanic I been a customer of them since 7-8 years and they still offering the best service and quality read more

Capitol Auto Land - My everyday ride - Auto Repair Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Great experience (especially compared to other mechanics I've dealt with), explained things well, fair prices, quick service

Really quick service, comfortable waiting area and super polite staff. I will be returning again when I need anything done with my car. I got my inspection done here and other places where so backed up w cars, I was in and out at this place! Great standard rate! read more

I had my cooked rear light wire replaced and two other repairs the guys did a great job diagnosing and explaining the issue. Great customer services highly recommended. read more

Capitol Auto Land - Honda fit 2018 - Auto Repair Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I've been getting my car fixed and maintained here for years. The service is always fast, reliable, and honest. The work has a one year warranty. (I had a coolant leak that returned, and the team fixed it free of charge.) read more

This shop goes above and beyond for its customers. My wife and I found this hidden gem and take both of our vehicles here... the team is phenomenal at communication and keeps to their word regarding timing. They are creative problem solvers when faced with unexpected challenges/issues. They don't try to upsell or suggest services that aren't necessary. We will continue to go back here. We've had them redo a suspension on one vehicle, oil changes, battery replacement for bmw, tires and alignment and more. Competitive pricing and quick service make this place the right choice for your next vehicle service. read more

Very quick and professional! Got my car inspection done without issue during a busy time.

Went in for an oil change - it was done quickly and efficiently. Fair pricing and great customer service !

The best place you can trust 100%. Their prices and every service they provide are totally affordable. Super friendly and very professional. I'll definitely stay their customer forever. read more

I've been to Capitol Auto Land twice (once for inspection and emissions check, and recently for tires and an oil change). Both times the services were done quickly, well, and were fairly priced! Their customer service goes above and beyond expectations. They run an honest business and, as a new resident in the area, I will definitely be coming back. 100% recommend read more

Excellent knowledgeable stuff. They quickly diagnosed the issue with my car. They had to order some parts but were able to get the parts in within 24 hours. Highly recommend their honest service. read more

Awesome service! very friendly and helpful staff. Kevin and Corey took great care of me n my vehicle

Great service!!! This is the only place I go for inspection !! Love Capitol Auto Land !!!

Quick and efficient! Thank you for a wonderful experience! Staff very friendly and safety is a top priority!

Cory was very sweet, the guys took on a crazy stupid big bus and fixed it up in a day when no one else in the area would.

Definitely the best auto shop I've been to. I haven't found somewhere so reliable and transparent since I started driving, and I have had multiple cars and lived in several states. I found this shop after yet another frustrating trip to the dealership where they magically come up with about $1000 worth of repairs on a relatively new vehicle. Capitol Auto's approach has been completely different since my first oil change. They do the work you ask for, and they will make suggestions if they see something that needs to be fixed, but it's never an outrageous, long list that a lot of places will try to give you. Cory presents the issues clearly and gives you options to consider--you never feel pressured. I've also gone a couple of times for random small problems, and they solve them quickly. For example, I kept hearing a weird, very faint clicking sound that I couldn't identify when driving. It was subtle but annoying, so Cory took the time to sit with me in my car and listen for it, and he figured out there was actually an acorn stuck in the ventilation system. I really can't say enough good things about this place. I'm so relieved to have finally found an honest car shop that isn't constantly trying to take advantage of me. Taking your car in for checkups is never fun, but Cory and his crew make it as painless as possible. read more

Reliable, affordable car service that I found when I moved here and now wouldn't try anywhere else. These professionals are trustworthy and great at what they do. They always get my car in when something goes wrong. Highly recommend. read more

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Groupon scammers They will refused to do your Groupon Olin change Unless you agree on 40$ up charge read more

Capitol Auto Land - Auto Repair Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Went in for a quick emissions. Was out of there in 15mins. Super friendly and quick. Thanks. I'll definitely be back!!

Great shop. Have gone there for 20+ years. They always get it right the first time.

Corey is one of the most honest business men I have had the pleasure of giving my money too. The job is always done right the first time. Most of the time he gets the work done the same day. he and his team have installed everything from a new gas tank on my classic Mercedes- to a full off road kit for my Jeep. Lift kit and all. The price is never unreasonable. I'm really pleased with the service and attention to detail. One wrong wiring job and your truck burns. So he's not cheap. He is an example of you get what you pay for. He has my companies and my business for life. read more

Capitol Auto Land - New lighting, led lights, bumper winch and as of the day I write this a 4 inch rough country lift. - Auto Repair Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Great fast service! Needed to get my safety inspection done by the end of the month and everywhere else was not available until January. I walked in and was in and out within 15 minutes. Super friendly staff and manager. Highly recommend! read more

Capitol Auto Land was recommended to me by a friend and I am very thankful to have found them! They have a great back waiting area with free WiFi, the staff was friendly, and the service was quick and thorough. Makes you excited to get an oil change! read more

Great service and helpful staff. Got my alternator replaced on a short timeline when it went out the day before a trip.

Worst business practice, you buy Groupon deals regardless it is Regular Oil Change or Synthetic Blend Oil change, they will ask you to BUY full synthetic oil change. The one you purchased, no matter what kind oil change, they DO NOT accept. After this review, maybe they stop luring people with cheap deals on Groupon which they don't honor. I told them my car is TOTALLY fine with regular oil change, but They said "No" we can only do full synthetic. Very disappointed. And don't give your information when they ask you to scan and fill out an online form before you get what you want. read more

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Our new family auto repair shop. The owner helped me reduce the cost of a repair from over $2k to just $500 by finding a creative solution. He is so incredibly polite, I watched him deal with a pretty awful human without missing a beat, and the customer left happy. There are multiple waiting rooms - all with a beachy vibe. All you could ask for in a car repair place. read more

I live down the street and was working on my truck when I snapped a bolt off in the manifold. I called and got in same day and was quoted a higher price than I paid when it was done. Great! Since then I've come back for my oil changes and brought in my wife's car. I use their online system which is super easy to make an appointment. They're communicative, responsive and explain what needs to be done thoroughly and is easy to understand. read more

I'm not going to argue as you just confirmed all my previous concerns. For the others who might read this - below are the photos from the official guide of my car. There is no mentioning that conventional oil must not be used. And the merchant tried to cheat me offering more expensive option. When I suggested to use conventional oil referring to the manual - the merchant declined to do that said and asked me to refund the groupon. At the end I wasted my time, he didn't earn money and now he has this negative feedback here with the prove of my intial concern. Was it worth it? Hopefully other potential clients will find this warning useful for their consideration. read more

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Cory definitely has a new loyal customer with me. I first took my car to Capitol Autoland two years ago when it was completely nonfunctional from neglect. He and his team were able to identify all of the (many) ways it needed help and got it running well again. Fast-forward two years later. I was tempted to try a different shop for annual maintenance because the shop had free valet pick-up/drop-off. Total mistake on my part, as the shop then quoted what looked to me like super high prices to do any work. I called Cory to see what his prices were, and his prices were far better (30-60% lower than the other quote). He immediately made time for me to bring my car in the next day. And in his new location, he had WiFi and a comfortable lounge area for me to sit in and work for the two hours needed to fix my car. Lastly, while in his lounge, I was able to see how responsive he was, how much he hustled, and how polite he was even to some of the unreasonable folks who walked in. On top of the fair prices and quick turnaround, this made me so glad to bring my car to Capitol Autoland for work. Will definitely not consider straying in the future! read more

DO NOT BRING YOUR CAR HERE!!! They basically attempted to strong arm me into getting work done in order to pass inspection. Crooked AF, lied to me about a minimal issue that passed inspection the SAME DAY without anything being done at another inspection station. Definitely do not trust these guys! read more

Honest, reasonably priced, quick. No nonsense. Will go back. Hard to find that combination these days.

I had an amazing experience at Capitol Auto Land! Cory was incredibly attentive and great with explaining everything he was doing and charging me for. I can't recommend him enough. I will be going back for all of my car repairs! 10/10 experience read more

Highly recommend getting your car inspection and services done here. I went for state inspection and had a great experience. They were very polite, professional and fast! read more

Great customer service and they patiently explain what needs to be fixed or corrected with your car and always tell you what is critical and what can be done at a later date. read more

I'm a very skeptical person, and winning my loyalty and trust is not easy. Furthermore, car repair shops are notorious for dishonesty and hiking prices. I'm so thankful I found Capital Autoland, because I've never experienced either of those here. I initially found them via a Groupon deal, but after a few repairs that ended up being less expensive than I thought and saved me hundreds of dollars from more expensive fixes down the road, I became a dedicated customer. There of been times when I thought I had an issue and they've checked my car only to find I didn't actually need work after all. Can you imagine that, a shop so honest they send you a without paying a dime? Before any repair I used to get multiple quotes. I started googling the prices and what everything should cost. Capital auto land has consistently charged below the average price and the work is stellar. I will keep going back even though the location is not at all convenient to where I live, I wouldn't risk taking my car anywhere else! read more

I put off getting my car serviced the same way I put off getting my teeth cleaned. As a result, more often than not, my poor baby only sees a mechanic when I hear her make loud noises or she lights up the dashboard. Fortunately, Cory, the general manager of Capitol Auto Land, always manages to soothe my anxiety by clearly explaining the problems and solutions to the problems. I never feel pressured to get any of the extra services he mentions, and the prices are fair. Cory and his team work efficiently so my wait is never ridiculous. Highly recommend! read more

Corey is a dishonest person. He failed my state inspection and listed three problems. Among the three complaints, Corey said my right front brakes MAY need to be replaced. When I asked Corey why he thought my brakes needed repair, he responded by saying the right wheel doesn't spin smoothly. Observing him the whole time, I noticed that he made this assessment without removing the tire and thoroughly examining the brake pads and rotors. Is this how we examine brake pads and rotors for safety? Spin the tire and make sure there is no resistance. Very suspicious! I came back for a re-inspection, and Corey said that I don't want to fail you again for not addressing the brakes. I told him the brakes were fine, upon further examination from another mechanic. Corey still insisted that I replace the brake pads and rotors. Corey said he would fail me again unless the right brake pads and rotors were replaced. I decided to take my business elsewhere. That same day my vehicle successfully passed the safety inspection. Always trust and verify an initial automotive diagnosis. Get a second opinion. Protect yourself from unscrupulous mechanics who prey on ignorant naive people. Shame on you! Corey is a wolf in sheep's clothing! Don't be a victim! read more

This was my second time getting my oil changed here. I usually only prefer jiffy lube, but the service is great. Corey was very friendly, and the quickest oil change I've ever gotten. A new loyal customer!!!!! Asia read more