Based on past reviews, this shop seemed reputable, so I went in for tire replacement and an alignment. The following day after I picked my car, the car began making unusual noises, which worsened by the next day. When I returned to report the issue, staff brushed it off and told me to bring the car back several days later. Concerned, I took my vehicle to a different shop the same day. There, I was informed that one lug nut was completely missing and one of the newly installed tires was so loose it was a miracle I hadn't been in an accident. This is not a minor oversight--this was a serious safety hazard. When I informed Robbie of these findings, instead of offering an apology or accountability, he suggested that someone had tried to "steal my tire." The timing and circumstances speak for themselves: the issue began immediately after their service. I will not be returning to this establishment, and I strongly caution others to think carefully before trusting them with their vehicle. A mistake of this magnitude puts lives at risk. read more

As long as I am in the area, I will always trust them to service my cars. If they advise you on service, it's 100% reliable. And the work they do is done by exceedingly capable mechanics. read more

Excellent, polite service of my issue. Not cheap - over $1,000 - but understandable. Robbie provided a good explanation of the problem.

I met Robbie and his staff 12 yr.'s ago. He's been servicing my two vehicles since 2014 with great success. I have found his automotive service to be superior to those I've experienced in the past. He communicates w/ transparency and professionalism. His fees are competitive and reasonable. I highly recommend DV Service for your car maintenance. read more

I've been taking my personal and company vehicles to D&V service center for over eight years. I've always had great service, pricing and any time I had a question about any of my vehicles problems Robbie has explained it very well to me so I know what's going on. I would definitely recommend taking your vehicle to get fixed at D&V service center read more

As always, fast, efficient, honest, friendly service. Took my car in for a weird stalling-while-driving problem. They fixed me up within a day. Got my car in before 9am and it was ready midday on a Monday. I called the Saturday before to let them know I was bringing it in. They followed all COVID rules. Highly recommend this place read more

I've taken my car here a couple times (first to get a tire patched, then to have spark plugs & wires replaced). I called around to a couple places to get quotes first and this place had the best deal. They have always so nice, efficient, and honest! For example, they initially quoted me $75 for something but ended up calling me back and said it would actually just be $30... they could have just charged me $75 cause I'd already said I wanted to do it, so I would have never known the difference. So nice! Most important, they did a great job fixing my car!! Definitely recommend!! read more

I have used D&V for years. There is one primary reason and many secondary ones. The primary reason is Robbie, the heart and soul of D&V. Robbie never makes me feel stupid, not manly, or shameful for the state of my cars. He doesn't ever say, "what do you think we should do." Maybe that's something you can relate to, maybe you're rolling your eyes. Whatevs. I've never felt taken advantage of when I get my bill. D&V aggressively searches for and finds the best solution as affordable as possible. They'll give me a lift to the metro and even further if necessary. They stand behind their work. I would never go anywhere else. Tl:dr I trust D&V to get it done and not rip me off in the process. read more

I've taken my car to D&V for service for years and been very satisfied. What garages are so honest they tell to to go elsewhere? This one does. When I went to Robbie with Subaru transmission problem, he sent me elsewhere. He explained his mechanics only knew Subaru transmissions were very different than others, and the didn't want me to pay for them learning. He did suggest a couple of nearby places. The Subaru died, so I'm back at D&V. read more

We'll continue to take our older car for maintenance and repair - always reliable for quality, cost effective work - courteous, professional and helpful - willing to take the time to answer our questions and communicate with us for input on repairs. Thank you! read more

D&V Service Center has been my go-to garage for years for our family's vehicles, which are older and mostly off-warrantee (2007 - 2017). Robbie and his team always provide great service and repairs. Quotes & recommendations are clear, reasonable and priced fairly. They communicate quickly and clearly on the status of their work and any changes that may be required. D&V Service Center has earned a great reputation for integrity built over years. read more

These guys are quick. Had a safety inspection/emissions inspection very quickly. The mechanic was nice.. and told me to quickly fix an item for inspection, instead of turning me away to come back. I ran into another guy, who said that this place is reliable. He seemed trustworthy. So plan on going there for little things I need. read more

I recently brought my car in because I was getting a low tire pressure light. I assumed that I would be told I needed to buy a new tire. Instead, Matt showed me that there was a puncture and he plugged the hole. A $12 fix instead of the cost of a new tire. I brought my car in a couple weeks later for an oil change and other needed work. It felt great knowing that I was taking my car to a shop that seeks to run a business espousing honesty and integrity rather than to simply turn a profit. read more

Reliable, honest, friendly, and competent. I especially appreciate how they tell you how safety related a repair is and also how they will admit if they can't find an issue. They are often very busy so call and schedule in advance if possible. read more

Always friendly, helpful, and honest. I've been using them for my car services for almost a decade now and trust them to do quality work at reasonable prices and not add random stuff. read more

We've been going to D & V for several years and have always been satisfied. They do the job correctly and give you heads up for future maintenance. read more

Hard to believe that there are so many glowing reviews of D&V. I was hoping to like this garage but the owner had a literal meltdown and I got in my car and left for my own safety. He denied having a phone conversation w me though I had the notes and his name written down. Robbie was rude, careless with his words and obnoxious. He had a breakdown, and his anger issues caught me off guard. There is no excuse to be name calling to a customer. I'll send a note to the BBBto keep an eye on him and to make sure he is now accountable for his abusive behavior. read more

Best place to take your car In the area. They're super honest and trustworthy. They don't overcharge either. Highly recommended

No nonsense, trustworthy mechanics. Who could ask for more than that! I've taken my cars to them over the past year and couldn't be happier with their service. read more

Honest, trustworthy, quality repairs. I highly recommend these folks for your car care needs. Very happy I found a great repair shop that doesn't rip me off. Thank you read more

I've been going to see Robbie and his staff for years. He and his staff are honest, straight-up, professional, experienced (& reasonable & fair) and a joy to work with. If he can't fix it he knows trustworthy folks to send you to. It's a relief to know he's here. read more

They keep being direct, explaining clearly and being fair with pricing. The guys do what they say and don't keep the vehicle for too long. I like them a lot. read more

We had just moved to the area about a month before buying a used car from a well-known chain this past July. We needed a trustworthy mechanic to give us a second opinion, and turned to Yelp. Luckily we found this D & V. The owner and technical staff couldn't have been more pleasant. They were able to look at the car on very little notice without too much of a wait, and even offered transportation. As other reviewers noted,the owner was extremely thorough and informative without being off-putting or pushy. He was clear with us about our options and made us feel extremely comfortable. Luckily our car was good to go, and it didn't need servicing. We were able to drive it out of town later that day, feeling confident. But we are grateful to the shop for their expertise, and will definitely take it back there when it needs maintenance. If you need a reliable car shop, I would highly recommend them! read more

Awesome place! Been going here for years, and ill never forget when I took my old old car there for repairs and they simply said what the car was not worth the money needed to spend to get it back on the road. Any dealership would have loved to been in that situation and charged $$$ knowing the car was going to break down again in 1000 miles! Also a great place to take any potential used car you are going to buy, for like $100 they will put the car on a lift and poke around to make sure it is a good buy. If they give it the green light than you are buying a good car! read more

I'm a regular customer here for gas and repairs. Robbie and his staff always do a wonderful job of repairs at very reasonable prices. They're honest and reliable and always explain what needs to be repaired and the reasons. read more

I noted a ticking sound as I was driving around and shortly thereafter, what a surprise, my tire pressure is dropping like... Well, it was dropping fast. So I call D&V and they say they will try to take care of it as quickly as possible. I drive in, they tell me to back up to the open door, my car is jacked up a minute later, the wheel is off and then it is back again less than 10 minutes later. They charged me $22 since the wheel had to come off the car and I am out of there in around 15 minutes. I have seen longer pit stops at the Indy 500. I had the work done last week and the pressure is holding up fine. I definitely recommend these guys for tire repair. read more

I had scheduled an appointment to get my oil change and tires rotated but ended up having to go to the hospital right around the appointment time. I called them the day after to see if they could fit me in before a road trip, and not only did they find time (despite being booked up), they squeezed me in so I could go on the road trip and didn't say a word about me missing the original appointment. Price is great, service is wonderful, and if you are a regular, they will go above and beyond to help you out. read more

What a relief to have a great mechanic! I've been taking my cars to Robbie for a few years now. He's honest, fair and a man of his word. He even gives my wiener dog Peaches treats when we come in. What more could you ask for? read more

We were recommended D&V by a friend because he said they were honest and trustworthy, and boy was our friend right! In a major metropolitan area its too easy to get ripped off, duped, or receive subpar service. Robbie provides the kind of service you'd expect from a small family-run business in a small suburban town. He's honest about the work that needs to be done vs recommended, and if theres any other work he'd recommend, he explains why it should be done in layman terms and a good guess of the timeline in which you should get it done. Robbie and his team were able to solve a problem plaguing my car for 1+ year that the dealer wasn't able to decipher! We now bring both of our cars here for service and would highly recommend D & V for your service needs! read more

I've lived all my life in Arlington/NoVa and in that time these guys have been the tried and true of mechanics. Fair prices, honest employees, good work. What more could you ask for? These days I live a bit farther out than I used to but I still go out of my way to use these guys. It has always been a hassle free and easy experience, cant put a price on that. read more

These guys are great! One of the things I dislike about being in the military is having to find a new mechanic, electrician, plumber, etc. every three years. I am really glad that I found these guys and that they are in walking distance to my house. I drive a truck with almost 300,000 miles on it and these guys just talked me out of spending $1500 and generously gave them their time to do so. They've also done me numerous solids when my truck DID need work. These guys are my definite go to in Arlington and the DC area. They should be yours too! read more

I took two different cars there for brake repairs. Both were done completely and in good order. They were also both quick. I thought both were fairly priced. Everyone working there are nice, competent, and professional. I highly recommend this place. read more

Robbie and team are some of the nicest, and most honest mechanics I've ever worked with. On a moments notice, I've brought my car in and they were able to look at it right away. Not only did they diagnose the problem but they walked me through what was going on and explained possible solutions. They don't pressure you into doing more work then what is required and are very trustworthy. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to get their car worked on locally. read more

Robbie is straight forward and reasonable with his pricing. The crew is friendly and helpful; assisting to put air in my tires and wiping down my windshield when I'm pumping gas. Most recently when looking into something not right with my gear shifter, they cleaned the part in my car so I didn't have to buy a replacement part and fixed it up, better than new! Very trustworthy auto service I would certainly recommend to anyone. read more

Our church bus had an electrical problem. It was the week before Christmas, and the dealer couldn't get to it for 2 weeks. Robbie appreciated the urgency of the repair(s). He said he would look at it the next day and in fact fixed it that day despite it being an unconventional repair with water intrusion in an electrical system and a burned out relay. D and V always delivers quality service. read more

You WANT these guys to work on your vehicle, especially if you have an older one. Robbie and his crew were referred to me by a regular customer and I was in a jam - getting ready to drive over 12 hours straight to Chicago and the heat was out on my newly purchased 1967 Chevy C10 pickup truck. This was an unusually cold spell in December where it was 25 degrees in DC and below zero in Chicago. They took me in and set me up, even manufacturing a makeshift blower switch for me - not an easy thing to do on an older vehicle. They did some carb and timing adjustments too and the truck ran great and the price was very fair. I LOVE THESE GUYS and you should too. If I lived in the area I would just give them my vehicle and a blank check and tell them to fix it and call me when they were done. You should drop off a six pack when you pick up your car and tell them you appreciate their excellent work and honesty. Thank you all at the best f---ing service station in Virginia! read more

D & V Auto Service - Auto Repair Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Robbie runs a nice, honest business. I take my two personal cars and two work trucks there for routine maintenance. He will tell you straightforward what needs to be done, what should be done and what isn't needed at that moment. read more

Where do I start? I guess this is the first time I've been significantly let down by Yelp reviews. Usually they are pretty close to what to expect and give you a good idea. I had gone to a large chain to have tires mounted and balanced before and was left with a bad taste in my mouth not going to name names...NTB...and figured I'd go to a local shop and support them this time around. I still want to go to a local shop, but, not this one. The truck I brought to them was NOT a looker, I'll give them that. And the issues I had are really minor nitpicks when it comes to the overall scheme of things. The reason for the low rating is that I just did not feel respected at all as a customer and a complete lack of communication. I needed new tires to pass inspection, so I had them ordered and took them by D&V after calling ahead of time to make an "appointment." So much for that. I night dropped the truck so it would be there in the morning for the 8AM slot. Next morning. Nothing. No call, nothing. I walked by the shop around lunch time and saw they had moved the truck to the back corner of the lot from where I parked it. Still no word. Whole day goes by. Nothing. Next day, I'm busy in the morning, so I call around 1:30 - "Hi I'm calling for an update on the black Toyota" "Yeah........" "Uhhh...it's the back corner of the lot and dropped it off 2 days ago?" "Oh, I don't handle that sort of thing call back later" To make a long story shorter, I felt really bad after that phone call and complete lack of communication. 3 days later when they got the new tires on...they had put them on backwards. I was done. I could not even let them correct it (not that they really offered to so I wasn't sure if I was going to be charged for it!) and took it to Gus and the BP up the street (Immediately respectful, and communicative - left a 5 star review for his shop), TL;DR - I did not mind the time. I really didn't. They could have taken a week to put them on. It was just the COMPLETE lack of communication. TELL ME you are busy when I first make the appointment not 2 days later! Better yet, don't make any new appointments until the queue is cleared up a bit!! read more

We are very happy with this automotive service center. They can fix things that need fixing. They don't try to fix things that don't need fixing. Prices are fair. Service is good. The owner and the staff are people you can trust. I once asked them to do quite a bit of work on a van that had about 107k miles. Robbie (the owner) refused, telling me the car's condition didn't warrant any further investment. He was right, I ended up paying to have the car towed a few months later, and I'm glad I didn't spend any more money on it. We also bought a used car from the station, and it has been a great vehicle. read more

Been taking ever car I've driven here for over 15 years - domestic, import, old and new. Robbie runs a straight-forward shop and I have no need to search elsewhere for service. One drawback is they don't do alignments, no big deal. read more