Salem Automatic Transmission Service

I drove 50 plus miles to get to this business due to a recommendation. They were very courteous and…read moretook time to explain what was going on with my vehicle. I highly recommend this repair shop it is worth the drive. If you are looking for a good repair shop check them out I don't think you will be disappointed. Great people great service!!!

From the owner: Complete auto repair service located in Salem, VA specializing in transmission repair, replacement…read moreand rebuilds. Our transmission shop serves both the Salem and Roanoke region. We offer affordable service, free in-town towing for major repairs and no credit check financing. We also offer a 10% military discount and 10% first responder discount every day. In addition to transmission repair, we also service brakes, rotors, timing belts, tune ups, clutch replacement and oil changes.

Brandon Automotive

(11 reviews)

I was looking for somewhere to get my vehicle serviced since the Kia dealership is booked up…read moreonline for over a month, and was told about Brandon Automotive by a coworker. Took my car this morning at 7:30 for an inspection and oil change, and at 1:30 they're calling me to pick it up. Mind you they worked me in... Excellent customer service! friendly staff and very professional. Will not be going anywhere else but this place going forward.

Needed second opinion post pot hole accident. These guys were professional and efficient. Highly…read morerecommend this shop.

Peters Creek Automotive

100% recommend. Fixed all my issues in a short amount of time. Staff are friendly and the pricing…read moreis fair. If I need any work in the future I will be coming back here for sure.

From the owner: At Peter's Creek Automotive, we're all about honest, reliable service in Salem, VA. Our skilled…read moreteam works hard to make sure your car is safe and running smoothly. Whether it's regular maintenance or a tough repair, we're here to help with affordable prices and fast, friendly service. Choose us for a shop that cares about your car as much as you do!

Rollins Automotive

(2 reviews)

I broke down on the hwy shortly before close and they were able to get my car fixed and back to me…read morein less than 24 hours!

I stopped here half way through my 8 hour road trip because my engine light came on, Micheal…read morestopped what he was doing, keep in mind he was the only one in the shop, and checked out my car immediately. He had everything good to go within 40 minutes and even took it on a test drive. He then didnt charge me at all for his time. Truly amazing guy and mechanic.

Norm's Transmissions

4.2

awful place spent 5 grand having a transmission built and now it's slipping and humming 2months…read morelater after letting them rebuild it for a second time.

READ THIS!!…read more Yesterday my son (Jack) was traveling back to college from San Antonio to Washington DC. I had just purchased a 2011 Lexus for him and he was driving it back to college. We were nervous as this was a car that we had just went in for major repairs right after we purchased it.... At roughly 8 pm, after 800 miles that day, warning lights came on and the car was not acting smooth at certain speeds. A few years ago we burned up the engine of pickup because of ignoring warning lights....Jack pulled over and found a hotel to spend the night. He called me the next morning and wanted to know what to do. I called Lexus and with Jack thought the best idea was to find the best repair place in town and leave the car for a few weeks as they did what would likely be a major repair or replacement of the transmission (that is what the codes were saying). I called Norms and the man in charge said he was working on a 2010 with the same symptoms......have Jack come over and we will pull the pan and see what is going on...Jack made the 8 min drive from a different repair shop he was at. The group dropped all they were doing to help this young traveler...over the next 2-3 hours they found a leak from the repair that had just been done and that meant all the transmission fluid leaked for the past 1200 miles....almost all gone. They tighten the connection that the repair in San Antonio had not done right....put in 4-5 quarts of transmission fluid. Went on a 30 minute test drive and then ran the car overhead to ensure no leaks.......Jack was on his way to DC....They took care of this kid and got him all set from what was sure to be a major catastrophe.... Later that day, Jack told me they did all of this ....and did not charge him a penny...makes you want to cry... We seem to always forget about all the good that comes from helping others....this is so so special and often why we are here...it is not about $, but about the opportunity to serve others. Norms and their entire team are probably practicing this every day and in every way.....I am just a grateful parent that was the beneficiary of this special group. We have 7 children (Jack is #2 and a very special kid....). This seemingly simple process is what makes your heart warm and be very grateful. Thank you to the entire team at Norms and the impact you have....it is special and so very much appreciated. I am deeply appreciative that you at Norms set out every day to help others and be of service....it is more meaningful than you may know...

Transmissions America

(9 reviews)

John at Transmission America is the best... not only very knowledgeable but also responsive, fair,…read morehonest and reasonable priced compared to everyone else in town. Jen is great too... Its refreshing to have someone that not only picks up the phone when you call but is knowledgeable as well. Most transmission shops have nobody answering the phone or answering questions and no answering machine and if they do have an answering machine they don't return calls. The dealers is way overpriced and takes weeks to get to you while you're out of a car.

This place could have ripped me off. That's how much I know about cars (and transmissions)…read more Instead, they saved me a fortune. Other transmission places wanted to rebuild the transmission on my 1996 Mercedes SL 500. But John checked the transmission fluid, told me it was low, and filled it for $30. He told me to test drive it and see if that solves the occasional slipping. So far, so good!

The Lube Center

3.7

We took a vehicle here to get inspected and didn't realize a tire was needed. Kyle and Jagger went…read moreout of their way to ensure that everything was done on the vehicle and assisted in getting all the supplies needed. They are knowledgeable, kind and went out of their way to help us!

March 2015 - The staff and mechanics that work at the Lube Center on 4th Street are the best in all…read moreof Salem - I should know as I have lived in Salem for the last 25 years and I am a "car guy". The employees are all intelligent, professional and well trained. I have taken several vehicles to them for oil changes and for VA state inspections. I completely trust them with my 2004 BMW M3 and my wife's 2005 BMW 530i and our FJ Cruiser. I also take my motorcycles there for inspections. They are always very careful and thoughtful about the work they perform. Their prices are fair and reasonable and they work quickly. They do not use high pressure sales tactics (like other Salem oil change places) to sell new wipers, air filters, etc. I really like this shop and the friendly, honest people that work there. Featuring Pennzoil products, I use full synthetic in my cars. Highly recommended!

Pillis Brothers Auto

3.6

(11 reviews)

had my oil changed there back in Jul, upon changing it myself this week I discovered that there…read morewasn't a crush washer or any washer on the oil drain plug which caused a small leak. When inspecting the bolt and the pan I found that both were stripped beyond repair. due to negligence or incompetence I now have to replace my whole pan. thanks!

I would've said they were fine before today. Didn't call when my car was ready, which would've been…read moreannoying if nothing else- but it actually meant it was left it unlocked, across the street, not even with a camera on it, ALL DAY LONG. casually told the key was in the car after I paid. They're worthless

Porter's Automotive

4.5

(26 reviews)

Traveling when had trouble with my car. They fixed my problem and got me back on the road. Highly…read morerecommend! Friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. Wish they were in my town!

I have been going to Porter's Automotive for years now and they are the sweetest, most honest and…read morecaring people! They take genuine care with making sure the vehicles they are brought are up to standards and safe. Mr. Porter is always so kind when my dad and I bring our cars in and they are genuinely wonderful people! I highly recommend them anywhere! Thank you, Mr. Porter and Porter's Automotive for all your kindness and care towards your customers and their vehicles! You are forever appreciated!

Peters Creek Automotive

4.1

(9 reviews)

This place is terrible. my car was in the shop for 3 months. Transmission getting replaced. The has…read moreto send work to other shops to do his repairs. Also, he has to get someone else to calibrate the replacement transmission. After getting the vehicle back a month later, it starts making a whining noise. I read up and it says it possibly low transmission fluid. I check the dip stick and it doesn't even show up on the dip stick. I have to add 3 quarts of transmission fluid. A few days later, my AC does not work. I take it to another shop and they tell me carrier bearing housing is missing. Likely from when they replaced the transmission, they didn't put this back on. I would highly suggest not using this place.

Great shop with the owner going out of his way to help. Took my car in spur of the moment brought…read moreit back and he and his other mechanic put it on the lift and diagnosed the problem and will be repairing it next week. Fair and honest and so helpful. Thank you Sam.

Hometown Automotive Service

I had to get work done on my Volkswagen and no mechanic around the Virginia area would work on it…read more So I took it to hometown auto and they diagnosed it and fixed my car fast and did the work right! Mike and his crew are awesome! Definitely will be back

Very friendly and helpful folks. Broke down on the highway while traveling through VA with my…read morecamper trailer in tow, and they towed both my truck and camper for me. They got me in super quickly to diagnose the truck, and had it repaired and ready to get back on the road by the next morning. Even checked and filled all the truck tires and camper tires for me. Could not recommend these folks enough, if I lived in VA I would use them for everything.

Blue Ridge Truck & Auto

4.4

(11 reviews)

I've been to both the Cloverdale and Salem locations, they are both fantastic. Staff is helpful…read morewith explaining services and always incredibly polite.

I would like to start by saying we are loyal customers of BRTA, we have referred several family and…read morefriends to this location. Up until this last visit, we have been nothing but pleased. We brought our car in for a brake issue. While working on the brakes, they told us it needed a steering repair and new tires. We picked up the car and scheduled a time for the steering repair. The repair was supposed to take a coupls of days, they had the car for several weeks. I left a message for them to quote me tires while they had it, so we could possibly get they done while it was there. There seems to have been a change in front desk staff, the previous guy was also super friendly and helpful. The new person acts like he's miserable every time you call. He stated he didn't get my message but could work up a quote for tires. I didn't get the quote until I called to pay for the steering repair. We found cheaper tires somewhere else, had them delivered to the shop and scheduled a third visit in a month. The front desk person told us to bring it back the following Monday at 11 and they would put the tires on. While I was on the pone with him I told him the brake light has been on ever since they fixed the brakes, the power washing fluid container has also been leaking since they repared the steering. My husband took it in at 11, as requested and was told they thought we were going to drop it off. The front desk guy went to the back and talk to the garage staff, my husband could hear him cursing and complaining about us bringing the car in and not dropping it off. Then, my husband mentioned the brake light and he said we'd have to make another appointment. Our car has been in the garage for nearly a month and still is not completely fix. Every time we call to ask a questions, the guy at the front desk has an attitude of he doesn't want to speack to anyone, and our questions are not answered. I have never experienced this at this garage, but it is enough that we are considering a new gagrage.

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3.4

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Not dependable at all! Don't bother, twice he promised to come do the work and never showed up or…read morecontacted me

Kelley Auto Works

3.7

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4.5

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Ashton's Place

Ashton's Place was GREAT! My car died as i was traveling to pack up my sons dorm. They met me,…read morebrought me to a hotel, cause i didnt know anyone around there and then brought my car back to their shop! I was safe, car was gonna be sorted out. It was a very calming experience when it could have been a real nightmare. Ashton called in the morning with the diagnosis and said he could fix it by just after lunchtime. The cost was fair and the service was amazing! Thank you so much to Ashton and his team. All my best. Nancy

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