Friendly and fast service! I reached out to this shop about getting my A/C recharged and to look for a possible coolant leak. After setting up a time to bring my car by, I showed up and he clearly explained the process and his pricing so there wouldn't be any surprises as to what I could expect. The guy was very honest and charged my AC right up to be ice cold again. He checked all of my tubes, lines, and parts than could relate to any coolant leaks and found nothing but said to bring it back if I have any issues. Overall, I had my car returned to me in just half a day and felt like the price he charged me was fair. He gave me an honest assessment of my compressor (likely one main reason behind my A/C issue at the age my car is at) and I feel great about coming back here if I ever need anything else. read more

I came in from Seattle during new years to see family, but while doing some local shopping the next day my car was making some uh-oh noises. I called and the owner was really helpful. I thought I was going to have to stay an extra day but he managed to replace all 4 of my break pads that day. He was very good at describing the problem and what caused it. Since the tires were off he rotated and pumped them up for free. It was also less expensive than I thought it was going to be. Overall a very good experience, if I have any car troubles in walla walla I am definitely coming back. read more

I'm so glad this was the first place I took my car after moving to Walla Walla. It's one of the only shops in town that works on German cars. My Jetta was making weird noises and although I was in no position financially to have major repairs done, I needed a professional opinion. I dropped my keys off in the door slot while Tim was out and he got back to me by the end of the day. It turned out to be a minimal issue and I got my car the next morning. I was thankful enough it wasn't something catastrophic. When I went in Tim explained everything that was going on with the car clearly and plainly. The bill was like something your favorite mechanic uncle would charge you. Damn near hugged the shit out of him. I won't be going anywhere else for car repairs. read more

Champs was my hero today: kind, helpful, and friendly. Thought I had a bigger problem with my coolant system than I did but he showed me the way. read more

During a paticularly bad stint of weather my alternator died. Tim was the only mechanic in town willing to fit me into his schedule with a reasonable timeline. When all was said and done he gave me a very agreeable rate and was totally friendly as well as professional. Can't go wrong with Champs. Thanks again Tim! read more

My car died as I was passing through Walla Walla. I was able to schedule an appointment at Champs the same day. They were able to locate replacement parts and install them in a matter of hours. I thought I was doomed. I feel very fortunate to have found this place. read more

Tim took looked at our car for a problem with the A/C that I thought was going to be a lot more expensive. He ran some tests and got us working again for a fraction of what I was expecting. Very happy and will be coming back to Champs for all our future auto work. read more

Unauthorized repairs were done on my car despite me having explicitly stated in person, over text, and in a sheet explaining what I would like done/looked at on my car in detail, that I wanted to be contacted and given price information before I would authorize any repairs. The justification for performing these unauthorized repairs was that the cost was "not that much" in comparison to the diagnostic fee. That call should have been mine to make, and I find it very inappropriate that my requests for information about the work being done on my vehicle were blatantly ignored and a call was made regarding my finances by someone with no insights to them. My oil was changed and the other services, that I authorized, were performed satisfactorily, however I did not feel as though I was taken seriously in this environment. read more

Visiting friends in Walla Walla, I wasn't sure about finding a mechanic that would be a good fit. However, I needed to have a diagnostic on the check engine light, and get an estimate on replacing the timing belt, valve cover gaskets, water filter and spark plugs as I have a long drive ahead of me. An online search led me to Tim at Champs. I was able to get in the very next day and was immediately impressed by Tim's knowledge and professionalism. He took the time to explain the best approach and provided a quote within minutes. Tim is a true pro and stands out as a Walla Walla community asset. read more

After attending the 2019 "Wheeling Walla Walla Weekend" show, I went to leave for home (which is in Battle Ground, WA, 250 miles away) on Sunday morning and my '69 Mach 1died and it would not start. A couple of my club members stuck around and we spent a few hours diagnosing and working on the car in the pouring rain to no avail. We decided it was the ignition box. My fellow hot rodder's headed home, I got my room back at the hotel, then contacted the local hot rod club for advice on who to use in the area and was told to contact Tim at Champs Garage the next morning. I looked the garage up on the web and the reviews were excellent. Instead of waiting for the next morning, I left both an email and voicemail using the contact information on the garage's website. I was surprised to get a call from Tim early Sunday evening. He advised he would meet me in the hotel lot early the next morning and would see if he could figure what was wrong. He was there at 8am and he determined it was likely the ignition box, so I had a flatbed take me and the car over to Champs Garage. Tim verified it was a bad ignition box, we found one at a local auto parts store and Tim did a super clean install and wiring job on the new box. Not one hiccup in the whole process, and he had me on my way home in no time at all. He only charged me for the labor and I felt the cost was very reasonable based on the emergency nature of the job and the sanitary nature of his install. This man knows what he is doing. If I lived in the area he would absolutely be my go to mechanic and if I could give him more than 5 stars I would. read more

My daughter was moving to Walla Walla and her Subaru Forester had begun making odd noises. I told her to find a local mechanic as I am in the Seattle area. Tim was very helpful and understanding of a dad that was far away. He diagnosed the problem and was honest enough to suggest that we take it to a Tri-city's Subaru dealer garage that had the genuine part and would warranty it. Straight up good Guy. He will be my go to guy for my daughter's auto repair needs. read more

I'm happy to report that a small auto repair business can still provide fantastic service and quality work at a fair price. If I lived near Walla Walla, I would have Tim Demitor at Champs Garage do all my auto repair work and maintenance. Here's my story: Our family was visiting Walla Walla for a long weekend of wine tasting and sunny weather. As we drove over from Portland, our 05 Honda Odyssey minivan started having engine trouble and losing power. We nevertheless made it into town by driving at slow speeds. We were tempted to drive to the Honda dealer in the Tri-Cities, but I found Champs Garage positively reviewed on Yelp. I showed up at this classic little garage first thing Friday morning. It was very conveniently located downtown -- close to where we were staying. The owner, Tim, was sweeping the garage when I arrived. Tim was incredibly nice and professional in discussing the engine problem with me. And he worked very efficiently. By mid-morning my repair (failed ignition coil) was complete. Because I was so pleased and relieved, I asked him to go ahead and perform some additional maintenance that I had regrettably delayed. Knowing we were in town only through the weekend, Tim completed all the work on the same Friday we brought it in. Our van ran beautifully for the rest of the trip! Thanks to Tim, our Walla Walla weekend was saved. Thank goodness the positive Yelp reviews gave us confidence to support this small local business. read more

I called to ask how much it would cost to get regular mileage maintenance done on my car. Instead of giving me a definite quote, I was told come to the shop so my car could be looked at. I didn't understand why he had to look at my car for a quote to perform regular manufacturer recommended maintenance. After much back and forth I took my car to the shop at the pre-arranged time, but the shop was closed. I called Mr. Demitor who reported he wouldn't be at his shop for several hours. I was greatly incovenienced, came back several hours later only to be given the exact cost of the maintenance service (without looking at the car). I will never do business with this shop after getting such a run around. read more

I was looking to buy a car from out of state and needed a shop to take a look at it. Tim got me in the next day and went through the car very thoroughly. He was unbiased, professional and pointed out his concerns. I valued his recommendation and felt like the price for his service was fair. Another nice thing was that I didn't have to call him to follow up. He called me and he didn't even wait until the end of the day. How nice is that? I would recommend anyone needed a vehicle inspection to go to Champs Garage. read more

Tim did a really amazing job of helping us, even though we were from out of town. He fixed our ignition switch quick, even though out model was a pain in the ass. read more

Tim was a life saver when our AC went out on our way to Walla Walla. We called him at the close of business on a Thursday and he had the car fixed by noon the next day, squeezing us in before he left for a long weekend. We seriously lucked out to find such a great place that was willing to help us out last minute. Our only regret is not living in Walla Walla full time so we could make this our go-to auto repair shop! Thanks again, Tim! read more

Took my car in because I had a pressurized oil leak, Tim quoted me 2k on the spot saying he "knew" it would be that amount. Took it to the next place and they quoted me about $600 less. Also, didn't appreciate his attitude. read more

Tim did fantastic work! He pretty much rebuilt my car's entire rusty braking system in a day and a half, and it runs better than it ever has now. He was really thorough and easy to work with, and I appreciated the time he took to explain everything he was doing, including photos of the parts he was replacing. The price felt totally fair given the amount of work he put into the car. If I lived in Walla Walla, he would absolutely be my mechanic. Thanks Tim! read more

TIM IS A CHAMP! When my daughter's Jetta started acting up, sounding awful (she's in WW for college, away from home & our regular mechanic), she was worried & didn't want to drive it. Tim accepted her car right away, though he was really pretty busy at the time. While the car's problem was not completely straightforward at the start, Tim kept at it like a detective, switching parts back & forth, test-driving it for miles - all to be sure that my daughter's car was safe & sound. Tim even stored her car over winter break when she came home - something a mechanic in our area probably would never do. When we drive her Jetta home to California this May, we will take the car again to Champs for an inspection so Tim can give it an honest, once-over service before we make the trip. Tim is reliable, responsible, careful & conscientious - all for a reasonable price! THANK YOU, TIM!! read more

My wife and I came up to visit our daughter in Walla Walla. Her Ford Explorer needed some work. The work was done with expertise and care. The garage should have closed at five but stayed open until after six to make sure that I didn't have to wait another day to pick up the vehicle. He even did some small adjustments to some stuck vents for the air conditioner, which I had mentioned, (and for free) because he thought it would be a nice thing to do. Great service. Great price. Great owner. read more

We were traveling through town from another state when our Suburban started having major problems. We called Champs at 3 pm on a Friday, explained our situation and he agreed to see us almost immediately. His service was quick, his diagnosis fair (though disappointing....dead transmission). He and a visiting friend went above & beyond to help put our family (including 6 kids!) in the right direction for everything: close by food options, hotel for the night, rental car options to continue our trip, tips on best options for replacing our transmission, etc. They did what they could to help us in a very frustrating situation. We highly recommend this shop! read more

Great service and advice from a guy you can trust. No "front-counter" runaround or beaurocracy like at a dealer because Champs is a one man show. read more

My son is working this summer in Walla Walla at his college campus and has his car with him at the school. The A/C compressor went out, and having no knowledge of local garages, he resolved to drive around with his windows down all summer. Not thinking that was a very good solution, I went on the internet in search of an honest reliable mechanic. After reading the glowing reviews that Tim at Champs Garage received here, I gave him a call. He answered all my questions on the phone and seemed very helpful and competent. An appointment was made. Tim and I communicated long distance about the damage, repair estimate and time frame. He even suggested some regular maintenance issues that we'd overlooked. In the end, we were very happy with his work, his great attitude and the bill. I'm relieved that my son now knows a good mechanic in Walla Walla and will feel comfortable calling Tim himself when he needs to. read more

Fast. Knowledgeable. Friendly. The water pump on my Cummins went out and 1 pm- Tim had me back on the road by 5 pm. He even gave me a ride back to work. Thanks, Tim! read more

I had the unfortunate need to find a shop that could service a VW so I could get back to Seattle on Monday. Tim, the sole proprietor got me in first thing Monday morning. He was fast, but thorough, and most important honest. He identified the Check Engine error codes, found the crippling intake failure and was honest in the repair options. I found his work and professionalism excellent, and would absolutely use and recommend Champs Garage. read more

I called Tim about 150 miles outside of Walla Walla to say I was having engine trouble and could barely make it into town. I asked when he might be able to look my car and he said, "Can you bring it in this afternoon?" I was ecstatic! Talk about amazing service! Fortunately the problem was only a bad tank of gas. Tim did such a thorough check and, at my request, topped off fluids, checked brake pads, etc., making a 60,000 mile check-up unnecessary and saving me a Bundle! I could not recommend Champs Garage more highly. read more

My girlfriend and I stopped in here to get her Outback checked out because the AC wasn't working. Tim was fantastic and helped us get back on the road super fast. read more

Tim is honest, upfront and detailed. He treats my vehicles like his own. After my father, an accomplished mechanic, was no longer able to care for my cars, I found myself, middle-aged and in search of a mechanic with the extraordinary mechanical skills, integrity, and work ethic of my father. Tim was recommended by a friend and I could not be more grateful for his work! He is a rare find! read more

My 2006 Sienna blew its water pump and I needed to leave for home in 3 days. Tim fixed up my van same day despite having to run through 2 junk yards to find some needed bolts. Excellent service, very friendly and professional, my faith in small business is alive thanks to my experience with Champs auto repair. read more

It was a worst possible moment for car break-down: Late Friday afternoon on July 1st. I arranged a towing truck, but there were no mechanics available near-by and ended up going all the way to Walla Walla with 70 miles of towing. Tim went beyond his line of duty to wait for us, and troubleshooted the issue (and the fix) in about 15min. That's what I call customer service. Thank you. Take your car repairs or pre-purchase inspections here, you will not regret it! read more

Great garage! For parents in California of a Whitman College student, a good place for the student's car repairs is essential. The student is only in CA less than 60 days a year. Tim did a great job of water pump, power steering, and fan repair on a BMW 330i and he acted as a "general contractor" coordinating with the glass shop for windshield repairs, getting the car there and back, giving my student a ride, etc. Way above the call of duty. Great for students away from parental contacts and infrastructure. Enthusiastically recommended garage in Walla Walla with two thumbs up! read more

What a great, GREAT, operation and business. If there was a ten star option, I would give this. See you next time!!!

Tim has serviced my 1990s-era Volvo for the last four years and has consistently done top-notch work. He has changed out a timing belt, repaired the transmission, and even agreed to swap out the heater core, which was a mammoth job (he had to pull apart the entire front console of the interior then reassemble it - wow!). Tim is honest and reliable, and the only mechanic I will ever take my car to. He does very reasonably-priced work and also communicates well to make sure I'm informed about different repair options and their costs. Tim and his work are excellent, and you will never have to worry about being gouged or condescended to. Champs is the best! read more

My "check engine" light on my VW Passat went on and my engine started sputtering as I was heading to Walla Walla for business. Thank goodness there was Tim, the owner, who was knowledgable and helpful about VWs. I especially appreciate that he took a look at my car even though it was almost closing time. Tim was able to diagnose my car's problem quickly (engine coil failure), order parts, install, and get my car back by the next day! I was impressed with Tim; He would be my VW mechanic if I lived in Walla Walla. read more

Tim (owner/mechanic) is great. I know when I drop off the car it will get fixed. And when I pay the bill it will be fair. He's always been able to do the work on my schedule, which I really appreciate, and can always figure out what's wrong from my non-mechanical descriptions. read more

I recommend Tim at Champs Auto Repair unreservedly. Tim provided us with an inspection of a car we considered buying. The service he provided was outstanding. The appointment was prompt, the inspection was very thorough and the report was delivered with professionalism and courtesy. He saved us several thousand dollars worth of repairs that would have gone unnoticed without the inspection. Thank you Tim. We appreciate you, and will not hesitate to use your services again. read more

Our daughter goes to school in Walla Walla and Tim has worked on her BMW for the past year. This fall, the day after we drove the car from Minnesota to Walla Walla the car died. We had it checked by one company near where it died then asked Tim what he thought. We had it towed to Champs and Tim looked at it for free. To fix it would cost more than the value of the car. He let us store it there until we decided what to do with it. He also advised us how to sell it and what price to ask for. Not only that, he took care of the transaction with the person who bought the car. Tim didn't charge us a dime. That kind of customer service is hard to come by. I'd take my car there anytime and you should too. When we get a new car, we will take it to Tim at Champs. read more

I was really happy with the work I had done on my mini van at Champs.The steering now works great and the owner even alerted me to a running special of a free oil change! Fair and very nice. read more