they are extraordinary! They are polite, timely, and truly stand by their work. It's wonderful to…read morehave a repair place that you can trust. I certainly will not go anywhere else.

This place is legit! They're a friendly, professional, and super responsive team. Took my car in…read morefor an oil change. I waited about an hour and they did a thorough inspection too. Also, the oil change was on the house which was super generous and unexpected! I trust that they won't try to upsell or prescribe unnecessary services down the line. Recommend!

I have to update this review to show the honesty and integrity of R&G. After the owner (Omar) read…read moremy initial review, he immediately contacted me. Acknowledging that I am a longstanding customer, he recognized how concerned I was about the previous visit, and immediately made a correction. I too understood his concerns, and we came to a happy medium. I can honestly say that I would definitely recommend R&G! And if you ever encounter any problems, please contact Omar.. he's a listener and doer!

I recently came here based off reviews and am glad I did! I want to pay it forward to the crew at…read moreR&G and leave a review for their great service! My 2016 Mazda 6 needed a replacement on the tensioner and serp / pump belt. My car runs like a top and am very happy with their work! These will be my new go to guys for any mechanical work I need done on my or my family's car.

I went In for an oil change and my car came back with a dent. As they clearly did not use the lift…read moreproperly. Finally, they tried telling me that my lugnets were swollen and they couldn't do the tires. But when I got home I was able to do so in twenty minutes.

I've come here three years in a row for inspections and they are affordable and fair! Their…read morecommunication isn't the best though- they said they'd have my car finished by the end of the day and the shop said it closed at 3pm and my car wasn't ready until 6:45pm which was a little frustrating to have to wait that long.

Everything went well, customer service was great. These guys had the best prices in the area. I…read morecouldn't have found a better deal. They fixed an issue with my right rear wheel bearing and at short notice was able to repair and replace my driver side mirror. There are a lot of cars in the lot but if you make an appointment they'll honor your appointment time slot and take your vehicle in immediately. Be careful on pulling into the driveway, it's a sharp right and traffic flow pretty steady on the Main Street; if you're driving too fast you may miss the turn.

I requested a quote via Yelp. Jim and I originally stated speaking in 01/11. He would message to…read moreget exact specs on the car to make sure they could do the job requested. After assessing the car in person, they quickly realized I only needed a head gasket. The communicated with me the entire via text, email and phone to keep me updated as things changed. Their customer service was impeccable from start to finish. The price was about half of what it would have cost me at the dealership. My only complaint is how dirty my car was upon return. I'm aware it's a shop but fingerprints on cloth is not fun. I'll still be using them in the future if major repairs arise.

I brought my car here after the temperature gauge started running higher than normal during my…read morecommute. I initially thought it might just be an aging coolant issue, but I didn't want to keep driving it and risk turning a cooling-system problem into an engine problem. Their technicians inspected the heating and coolant system rather than simply topping off the reservoir and sending me home. They found that the coolant level was low and traced the issue to a leak that needed attention. They also checked the hoses and other components of the cooling system and explained what they found before doing the repair. I appreciated that because I wanted to understand why the temperature had been fluctuating instead of just being handed a repair bill. While they had the vehicle, they also checked the heater operation because I'd noticed that the cabin heat wasn't getting as warm as it normally did. The technician explained how the coolant system affects both engine temperature and the vehicle's heating system, which helped everything make much more sense. After the repair and coolant service, the temperature gauge stayed exactly where it should during both stop-and-go D.C. traffic and longer drives. The heater also returned to normal operation. I love that they didn't immediately recommend replacing expensive parts. They inspected the system, identified the actual problem, explained the repair, and then verified that everything was operating properly afterward. That's exactly the kind of approach I want from an auto repair shop. Plus, everyone was professional throughout the visit, and the technicians clearly knew what they were doing - very reassuring!

My car completely dead and died on me in a grocery store parking lot last week. I was losing my…read moremind thinking it was a blown alternator and bracing myselft for a massive towing and repair bill.l I managed to get it here, and the team figured out the issue almost immediately. Turns out it was just a dead battery mixed with a tricky little wiring short. They didn't try to upsell me or hit me with fake diagnostics fees just fixed the wire, swapped the battery, and had me back on the road the same afternoon. Super honest guys, quick turnaround, and they saved me a massive headache.

Because of the Yelp reviews, we tried this place out…read more Can't add to the great reviews more than people have already have said. We've gone back several times and recommended this place to others. They are honest and don't overcharge--so unusual these days. I don't hesitate to recommend this business. They have nighttime drop-off which is very helpful. You may not see their location immediately. They are located behind the 7-Eleven on Columbia Pike. If you have car troubles, you need to call Jim's Automotive!

I'm honestly struggling to write a review as mine would just echo what everyone else has said. This…read moreis a good shop. Mechanics are honest, don't overcharge, and in my case, actually undercharged me the last time I was in. They only charged me for 1/2 an hour of work, $80, even though two different mechanics had looked at it multiple times to try to identify a slight rattling noise. They said it is not a safety issue, they will look again the next time I get an oil change, and if it gets worse they will be able to identify and fix it but as it isn't a safety issue they don't want me to put money in it unnecessarily at this time. They did let me know of some repairs I will need in the next year. I never feel like anyone there talks to me differently or charges me differently for being a woman, which is a stereotype you hear about mechanics (though honestly I've dealt with that more with HVAC techs, but I digress). When I dropped my car off on a thursday evening for a friday appointment, Rich called me back an hour later just to let me know he had looked at it already and didn't think it was anything to be concerned about but would do more work in the morning, which i really appreciated. When I was leaving after picking up my car I spoke to a woman who had been going here for, I think 15 years and said Rich takes great care of her antique car. The only other thing I'll add is the store has stickers on the door in support of gay rights and BLM, which you just don't see at mechanic shops, and I feel good about supporting a shop that supports my values. My assumption is the stickers signify all customers are welcome and will be treated fairly, which maybe isn't always the case in mostly straight white male-owned spaces.

Called for an estimate on my car. They told me to come in pretty much the following week. Really…read morebusy on a holiday Monday yet they took the time to see my car and squeezed me in. Turned out my wheel bearings were rusted on (something I suspected). They waived the inspection fee but it was still pretty pricey. At the end of the day you do get what you pay for - good friendly service and no BS. There were other minor issues with my car that any other provider would have happily tried to overcharge me for but the service tech mentioned them and either knew I could get them done (battery change, wipers, etc) or was not a pressing issue. Expect their prices to be on the higher end. For quality service, I'd recommend it.

I'm extremely disappointed with my recent experience here. I previously had my vehicle inspected at…read morethis shop on December 20, and it passed inspection despite the same minor damage to the rear light being present. This crack has actually been there since October 2022 and has passed Virginia safety inspections multiple times since by a myriad of safety officers at different shops. Now I'm suddenly being told that the vehicle will not pass because of this crack, and I was quoted - nearly $500 to replace it which is way more than twice what I have found this repair can cost elsewhere. When I questioned why something that has repeatedly passed inspection is suddenly being rejected, I was told they have a new safety inspector. I understand that inspectors must follow Virginia's requirements, but that explanation raises concerns about this shops consistency. Customers should be able to expect the same inspection standards regardless of which employee happens to perform the inspection. What was especially concerning to me was the apparent lack of a consistent standard operating procedure. If one inspector repeatedly approves an existing condition and another rejects it, there should at least be a clear and consistent explanation for the difference. I have no issue repairing something that legitimately does not meet Virginia's safety requirements. My issue is the combination of inconsistent inspection practices and then immediately being quoted nearly $500 for the repair. Given the history of this light passing inspection and the amount being charged to replace it, the entire experience unfortunately felt like a money grab to me. This experience has seriously damaged my confidence in this business. I would recommend that anyone receiving a rejection here ask to be shown the exact reason for the failure and get a second opinion and outside repair quote before authorizing any work.

Japanese Auto Care, again, to the rescue!! Shifter Cable broken; couldn't drive. They replaced it…read moreon my Japanese vehicle. Fair price. Quick service, as part was in stock. Great communication. Once again, my "go to" Small Business" Japanese auto shop! Highly recommend!!!! They are the real deal. No need to go to the dealership!

good at what they do, but for anything complex, uou need to go to the dealer…read more They are great until they are not.

They are BMW and Mercedes specialists, and are very knowledgeable and trustworthy. If you have an…read moreolder BMW that you want to keep running great, J&F is fantastic

Tried to get an estimate but I got some guy that started TELLING ME he would NOT tell me anything…read moreuntil they thoroughly inspected the car. (laugh). total moron that thinks the customers need him more than he needs customers. said they were booked for weeks and got an attitude. FORGET even calling this place !!! Do yourself and go somewhere else like I did, unless you want someone TELLING you what to do to get your car worked on.

My car broke down while I was traveling for a conference. Not from the area I found them on Apple…read moreMaps and the reviews were great. I got in as soon as I could the next day and they got to work right away. They knew my situation and were so helpful. They provided options for the repair giving the best service. Was able to get an inspection, part delivered and repaired all in one day! I would 100% recommend. They also thank you for choosing them with a gift of several snacks. They truly value each and every costumer!

Outstanding Customer Service! Bill and Ben were amazing. They answered all my questions, went above…read moreand beyond to address the issue I was having and provided a great price. I highly recommend Auto Stop in Falls Church and will definitely be returning the next time I have any issues with my vehicle.