What a pleasant surprise! I have an 18 year old BMW, that I want to keep going. During the warranty coverage and a few years after I took it to various BMW dealers, most of whom were unconscionably expensive. I then searched far and wide for an independent BMW mechanic, but after a view years of shuttling 2 hours roundtrip each service that got really old. The local DC area mechanics seemed a bit iffy and in lousy neighborhoods away from the metro. One that gets great reviews doesn't give you an itemized receipt showing the parts, cost and labor charges. Doesn't anybody keep a repair record? I do (or want to). I found Georgetown Shell here on Yelp, and the rave reviews got my attention. I took it in for an oil change and general checkup this week as a trial balloon. Wow. Bobby is personable, responsible and actually wants to make the customer happy. This is not your usual service station. Oh, yeah, they know cars too. I hope they do really well, but don't change how they do business. I think I can keep my car going a while longer, and I think I found a partner to make that happen. arsdc202 read more

This DC shell gas station is one of my favorite ones. The facility is always clean, pumping machines operate efficiently and the african man working the booth is always gracious and polite. Gas prices tend to be competitive compared to other gas stations in the vicinity. read more

I was kind of surprised at about how many good reviews this place has. I went for a simple oil change and they recommended a lot of extra stuff, half of which I knew was garbage. For example they recommended I replace the cabin air filter even though I had recently replaced it and knew it was clean. Not the kind of mechanic you have confidence in. read more

Overpriced - quoted me 500 dollars over dealer price to replace AC compressor. Paid them $150 for their time to diagnose AC problem and took my business elsewhere. read more

Love this place. Not only is the location extremely convenient, but Bobby and the staff are top notch. They went into great detail about my car's problems and even showed me various part on my car that had wear and tear so that I could see it first hand rather than simply taking some mechanic's word for it and trusting him to be correct. They even provided me discounts on service and parts when they didn't have to. Will definitely be coming back here for all of my car needs. Thanks guys! read more

Metro Motor/Georgetown Shell was very accommodating to my schedule. I was trying to leave for Mississippi, and they made time for me at 7 a m. By 7:30 I was on the road. Wonderful service and pleasant, professional staff. Highly recommend this business. Very customer oriented. read more

This is a great spot. Bobby, the manager, is very open and friendly. He took the time to make sure I was happy with the service and showed and explained everything. If you're not an amateur mechanic and want open communication with an honest shop, go here. read more

Amazing service! Bobby and Solomon are honest, very pleasant and reliable. Very good price for great service. So happy we found them and will only use them in the future for car service. Highly recommend! read more

Jack and his team are just great. They always fit me in when I inevitably realize at the last minute that I need an oil change. They seem to do a thorough job checking over my car, and they communicate clearly about what needs to be done. Definitely stop here regular maintenance if you're in the neighborhood. read more

I had never been here before but it couldn't have gone better! I brought my car in for a simple fix and they had me in and out in less than 20 minutes. I got free k-cups coffee, good friendly conversation and a much easier morning than I had anticipated. Bob is a great owner and this place deserves lots more business! I will definitely come back. read more

There isnt much more to say about Georgetown Shell than has already been said but I will try. Bobby (and the entire staff) is fantastic. They got a ton of repairs turned around in a day and priced within the estimate provided. I'd highly recommend bringing your car here for regular maintenence or for any big ticket items that need work. I felt their prices were fair and well worth the cost. Georgetown Shell gets 5 stars, however, for the great communication and ability to explain exactly what was wrong with the car and how it was fixed. I'll continue to be a customer for as long as I'm in DC. read more

Bobby is simply the best mechanic out there. He does fantastic work at an incredibly reasonable price. Plus, he's super friendly and always explains the problem with your vehicle in a way you can understand. Most importantly, Bobby is very honest. He'll always tell you what work you need and don't need, and he understands that budgets are often tight. I will never see another mechanic again. read more

Jack and his crew are top notch mechanics and even better customer service. Due to factory recalls and some other non-sense, I have had to have my car towed to them 3 times in the last two weeks and each time have been met with stellar service, timelines and honestly. Even after my car had to be towed to the dealer, Jack called to check in and make sure everything was going ok. You ever heard of a mechanic who calls to check up? My doctor doesn't even do that. Jack Parzow even gave me the name of a great Italian grocery in Wheaton. I wold highly recommend Georgetown Shell for all of your vehicle's needs. read more

My Ford Escape Hybrid desperately needed an oil change and the tires checked and I didn't know where to take it. I've recently moved to DC and envisioned a trip to the burbs to get my car serviced. Bobby and George made my decision easy - I can stay in the district and get great service! I dropped off my car, went to get a bite to eat (at Cafe Bonaparte which I highly recommend as well), and voila! it was done. They found the nail in my tire and plugged it (note: didn't try to sell me a new tire or set of tires), changed the oil and the air filter, all for a reasonable price. There is a reason these guys receive 5 stars! Thanks, guys. read more

Excellent customer service. Bobby is extremely attentive and communicative. I was explained everything regarding my car before he proceeded in a thorough and respectful manor. As a woman dealing with her car (I only know enough to make it dangerous) - that goes very far! I will definitely use them again...glad to have a trustworthy mechanic in the area that is priced fairly! read more

Living in downtown and needing a new battery almost proved to be difficult. I was afraid of leaving it for days at a downtown garage.. Afraid of the poor and overpriced service of most area dealerships.. To my surprise, Georgetown Shell has some amazing reviews which led me to call. My call was answered quickly, Bobby took my info and called back within minutes as promised. I took my vehicle in, waited, and couldn't have been more happy with the overall experience. Price was marketable, labor prices were very reasonable... Overall the customer service and straightforwardness of Bobby was perfect. I had the opportunity to stand behind another customer and heard him offer services that would/could potentially save the customer money in the end.. No upsell or BS, just perfect and almost unheard of in the auto repair world. I will recommend to any friends and will go back. read more

Excellent service, very fast, fair price. I would absolutely recommend this place. Bobby is super nice too.

I am a transplant from Atlanta and was terrified of finding a new mechanic other than the one my family has been using for decades. I was really excited because this is the only company I have ever seen on yelp to have an even 5 stars. I never thought that such a good, reasonably priced mechanic could exist in Georgetown, I thought I was going to have to go through this whole big ordeal with going out to the suburbs. My biggest complaint about Bobby is that he gets really booked, but that is no surprise given what a great guy he is and how terrible and sketchy most mechanics are. From the second I walked in, Bobby was super nice and accommodating. He clearly knows his stuff and gave me a really thorough explanation of what was happening with my car and even insisted that I come back and take a look because he wanted to make sure that I understood exactly what he was talking about and was making an informed decision about my car. Unlike other mechanics who are usually pushy and find problems with your car just to make more money, Bobby was honest with me, gave me the information and let me make an informed decision about what my options are. Bobby did a great job on my car, it is driving better than it did when I bought it and the price was very reasonable. My only recommendation is to call in advance and make sure that he isn't backed up. read more

Another great experience! I took my Dodge Charger RT to have new Flowmaster American Thunder exhaust installed. They did an awesome job and my car sounds great! read more

Bobby and his team do it again. Always looking out for their customers. Was able to complete a hard to do job, within the estimate, even when it required special tools and a blow torch to get the damaged part off! Thanks again Bobby! read more

Jack is amazing. He was excited to tell me the cost of my repair that my truck needed to be towed; was next to NOTHING. Honesty is a breath of fresh air. I will never go to anyone else. Jack is my man!!!!!!! Going to see him on Monday without fear of my next repair. read more

Jack and his team did a great job with my truck. Fair price and quality work. I've got a new auto mechanic.

A philly native, and even after several years still adjusting to the outrageous price of things in DC. But this place is as good as it gets - they charge exactly what should be charged at a very fare rate. On top of that, they are honest, know what they are doing, and don't try to "pull one over" on you. My wife has had most of the face to face interactions with Bobby and staff, and she reports always feeling respected and impressed with their tolerance with two toddlers running around their front office. Great having a reliable mechanic just down the street. Another bonus, multiple bus routes pass by station, so you can drop car off and go on with your day. read more

I had a really great experience at this Shell station a couple months back. They fixed what I needed fixed and also let me know about a few things that should probably be addressed in coming months, but not urgently. The manager even drove me to my job down the street. Good addition to the neighborhood! read more

Kind, quick, great communication. My car was towed here and feel I lucked out big time! Bob seems to be as honorable a business man as his voice is deep and soothing (in case that was unclear, I think he's fair and he has a nice voice). The cashier and the guys who shuffled the cars to get mine out were all also very nice. read more

I have to confess, I have discovered some amazing places through Yelp over the years, but I seldom have taken the time to write a good review. I put it off for a few days, meaning to do it "when I have time" but then it just doesn't happen. Occasionally though, I'm so impressed by a business that everything else (including sleep) has to be postponed until I post my review. Georgetown Shell's Auto Service is just such a business. I won't bore you with all the details, but the whole experience of having my car repaired there was excellent and far exceeded my expectations. The awesome Service Manager who runs the shop, Bobby, was knowledgable, courteous, friendly, and most importantly honest. He diagnosed my issues thoroughly and was very conscious of ways to keep the repairs within the budget constraints I had expressed. After reviewing the estimate, the job was completed promptly, with a level of professionalism and care that I never could have imagined possible. If you're looking for a local mechanic you can trust, look no further. Bobby certainly knows his stuff, he runs a clean and efficient shop, he listens to your concerns, and he doesn't charge more than he needs to. There are no hidden fees or pressures to have unnecessary work done. His pricing is excellent compared to other DC shops and his invoices are clear and concise. Seriously, a top-notch experience in every way. I couldn't be more pleased with the service I received at Georgetown Shell and will certainly use them again when the need arises. read more

Customer service was awesome and was everything I needed for an oil change in Georgetown. Bobby is the man...

I first went to this Shell with a check engine light. They diagnosed the valve problem promptly, fixed it and got me back on the road. They also replaced the brakes, a problem a different garage had missed. The second time I had battery problems and was afraid it was the starter; they found a bad connection, again fixing right away and allowing me to get back to my job quickly. I much appreciate their pleasant and knowledgeable service. Thanks to Bobby and his crew! read more

I must apologize.....I inadvertently posted a review on 10.2.14 for another service station on this Shell site!

Woke up to a flat tire and had to get to work. Took my car to Georgetown Shell and William had it fixed in 15 minutes! Him and Nana were friendly and helpful and it only cost me $20. Will definitely be going back! Thanks for saving me on a rushed morning headed to work!!! read more

Unbelievable service! I took my car in for a once over before selling it. They provided me with a comprehensive overview and suggested repairs completed the same day. This is a go to place for car care. Thanks Georgetown Shell! read more

Went for an oil change today, met Bobby and knew right away he loves cars. The work took less than an hour and Bobby even brought up the fact that my tires needed a rotation. Between the extremely great customer service, reasonable price and complimentary vacuum (I have two kids you don't know how valuable that is), I'd recommend Georgetown Shell to anyone. read more

A 15 minute wait and an hassle-free tip later, I'm a satisfied customer. I wasn't sure how bad the damage was to my side rearview mirror but apparently it was as easy a fix as pushing it back into place. The manager didn't even bill me because of the ease of the fix, he just asked that I tip the mechanic. read more

If you are a young woman or anyone on a budget in the D.C. area looking to have your car fixed, NEVER GO TO GEORGETOWN SHELL. I went to Georgetown Shell as a result of the great ratings and reviews it received on Yelp. However, I had an experience with their staff that was not only misleading but incredibly disrespectful. They tried to suck me dry of $1,400 more than the cost of their diagnostics and labor. The AC in my car had not been working for a few months, so I made an appt. and took my car in to be fixed. I dropped it off, went to work, and two hours later received a missed call from their garage. I called them back and they informed me that the repairs for the "kit" necessary to fix my broken AC would cost me $1,600. I informed them that there was absolutely no way I could pay for that service at the moment and asked if they had already done it on my car. They said they had not, and that THEY COULD NOT FIX IT IN ANY OTHER WAY. They informed me that since I did not want anything done with my car, I would just have to pay for the diagnostic and labor fee. I picked my car up after work and paid them the $150 or so for their time and energy, which I appreciated but was upset about the cost nonetheless since I still had to deal with the heat. Bobby was not around when I paid, but his attendant told me that because I had already they would probably be able to cut me a deal when I finally had the money to come back and get it fixed, which I appreciated. HOWEVER, WHEN I GOT IN MY CAR THAT SUPPOSEDLY HAD NO WORK DONE ON IT, THE AC WORKED. I adjusted it to numerous different settings thinking it was just a quick moment of coolness but it was not. 3 months later, my AC still works perfectly. They definitely just sprayed Freon into the vent and fixed it instantly and tried to charge me an insane amount because of how little I know about cars. Thank God I didn't pay them the $1,670 they tried to charge me. Moral of the story..... NEVER GO TO GEORGETOWN SHELL. p.s. nobody vacuumed the interior of my car for me for free, FYI. read more

Friendly, professional, and fast! I can not say enough good things!!! I am so happy to have found a reliable local mechanic. Location could not be more convenient. read more

DO NOT GO HERE. After reading the raving reviews, I figured if the repair isn't cheap, at least I know my car will be in good hands. Customer service? Please. I dropped my car off to Bobby and requested that it be ready before I leave for an international trip. The day before I depart, I go to pick up my car. It's after body shop hours, and I notice that the window he replaced now has a DENT in the frame. Knowing it wasn't there before, I wanted to simply TALK to the man that worked on my vehicle. After an array of excuses, he still refused to talk to me. At first, his cashier called him and told him I wanted to speak to him. He said he was driving, yet he managed to talk through his cashier instead of the customer he "so valued" -- even if through some miraculous happening that the dent occurred through no fault of his own, the fact that someone could treat a new customer with such callousness ... I did not have an experience like any of the reviews before me, and I can assure you that my experience was in fact the opposite. read more

I had a very small job: to attach a tow hitch which I'd bought online to a Toyota RAV4. I called and discussed it with Bobby, we scheduled an early appointment for 7am the next day and the job was completed in 30 minutes while I waited. I was charged only for a half hour, not the flat hourly rate that other mechanics quoted. The service station is clean and uncluttered, the waiting area has Keurig coffee on tap and it can't be beat for convenience, being on Wisconsin Avenue at the intersection with Q Street. Chatting with Bobby he told me of his family's lifetime in the industry, servicing everything from Hondas to BMWs, and it shows: there's a real pride in the quality of service and the appearance of the premises. One last nice touch: when I got the car back, even after such a small job, they'd done a courtesy vacuum of the interior. Once my car is out of warranty I'll be back here for service. read more