We've got our vehicles inspected here and some minor repairs done. They're nice and knowledgeable…read more Even walked my husband through how to something on our own.

The Nichols Bros are a couple of dishonest auto mechanics in town to whom a lot of people entrust…read moretheir cars. They did a job for me a little over a year ago, and because they did it wrong, I just had to pay $800 to have part of it redone the right way by someone else. The job they were supposed to do was the head gasket and at the same time, change the timing belt, for which they charged me $1300. So, just about a week ago, I heard a tapping in my engine. I brought it to someone else because these knuckleheads had been messing up with other things (*more about that later), and I just didn't trust them anymore. It turned out that the tapping was the timing belt they put in... it was ripped. I'm just fortunate that I heard the tapping because, had I not, it could have torn completely, which would have damaged my engine. I called and told one of the brothers what happened, and he offered to replace the belt, but said that I would have to pay him for the labor!! #1 why should I have to pay for labor for him to replace a belt that he messed up on in the first place?!, #2 who would even trust him to do the job right, when he didn't do it right the first time. AND #3 why would I trust them to not do harm to my car for revenge at having to redo the job. As for the other things they messed up on: 1: Last year, I heard a rattle under my car... it took 4 visits to get it fixed, and the only reason it was fixed was because I, figured it out!!! The first time I brought it in to them, they drove it, put it up on the lift, and said there was nothing wrong, so I left. The second time, they tightened up something, and charged me $30. The 3rd time they said, it's your sway bar, and charged me $70. Finally, the 4th time I came in for that rattle, I said, "I think it's a heat shield", which it turned out to be, and finally, it was fixed!! I was the one who had to figure it out for them to fix it. 2: Another time, my car was jumping while driving in stop and go traffic. They took it for a drive, they said they thought it was my transmission. I asked them if they if maybe it needed a tune up, and asked them check the spark plugs and the air filters. One of the brothers checked all that, and said the spark plugs were fine, that they had been changed when they did the head gasket. He said the filter was also fine, and charged me $78 for that. The car continued to jump when driving in stop and go traffic. They said it was what happens when the transmission is going. I got all anxious because I knew it would cost a lot for that. HOWEVER, not trusting these "brothers" anymore, I decided to bring it to another guy for another opinion. He checked the spark plugs and said that they were the original spark plugs, that they had never been changed, and that the filter was badly blocked up. I had him change everything, and VOILA, the jumping stopped!!! Just think, if I hadn't gone for another opinion, and listened to them, I'd have had to pay thousands for just a rebuilt transmission!! I went back and told one of the "brothers" and they just shrugged it off. That might have been the end of my dealings with them, but for the timing belt!! Fast forward, I had the other guy do the job fixing the timing belt, and according to him, there were many things that weren't done that should have been done, which could have contributed to the belt ripping. After the work was done, I went back to the "brothers" and showed them the bad parts, and told them what the other mechanic said. I wasn't about to accept just a "shrug" for this. I asked them to reimburse me for some of the cost for fixing things, and they outright refused. I got nowhere in my attempts to get some reimbursement for their bad work. We got into a heated exchange, and they threatened to call the police, so I left and as I did, I told them that I would inform everyone I know about the bad business they conduct. So, now, I'm stuck with an $800 bill, and just want to warn others, you take risks with your automobile and your finances if you go to them. There were other ways in which they messed up, but this is already lengthy, so I'll end it here.

Don is a great guy and is one of the best mechanics in Christiansburg. I've known and gone to Don…read morefor almost 20 years now. Used to live just up the street from him. He works on all my vehicles. Bottom line: Don does solid work at a fair price. You just need to be flexible with him on your schedule and when he can do the work. He's very matter of fact. Some approach business with him by pushing agendas and expectations. Expect push back from him if you do this. If you want someone to tiptoe around your feelings only to upcharge you or fix things that aren't necessary, you'll be better going somewhere else. He may be gruff, but if you go in making a decision to assume he knows his stuff, and not be triggered...you'll find yourself discovering a gem in Don...and you might just make a friend in the process. He's a good dude.

Hands down this is the best repair shop in the area for older cars. Don was recommended to me…read moreabout 10 years ago when he soldered and welded to avoid replacing an entire electric seat in my Chrysler that had stuck in the short wife position.... saved me hundreds of dollars. Ever since then Don has been taking a common sennse approach to repairs rather than replacing entire modules with new equipment on our aging vehicles. There is no waiting room, no coffee, and the place is basic. The service is top notch.

Went in to a State Inspection. Staff are very nice and helpful. You are even sent a text message…read morewhere you can approve or decline the services they offer. When you go back to pick up your car, you just pay for what you approved. Very efficient staff!

Terrible customer service. They act like they don't want your business. Called ahead to see if I…read morecould get an inspection done. They told me I would need to leave it there all morning but what they really meant was that they didn't have the time to do it. At 1pm they admitted that they wouldn't be getting to it any time soon. I get it, things happen and things get backed up. All they needed to do was acknowledge the problem and apologize for wasting my time. Instead they handed me my keys back with a smile as if my business was a complete bother to them.

The only shop I trust and use. Rob Marra is honest and goes out of his way to help. Service is…read moreexcellent. I brought my daughter's vehicle in about 7-8 years ago for first time and he exceeded my expectations. They also own Mainly Brakes and sell tires at good prices. Tell him Darin sent you. You won't be disappointed.

I took my car in for a "second opinion" post accident and post insurance claim. Although our…read moreinsurance denied our claim, this business was very helpfull to pinpoint our issue and gave a reasonable repair plan. Very professional and steller work ethic.

Great experience here!! My honda had some issues with the engine light and they took care of it…read morequickly and communicated with me. Also did not up-charge me, they clearly communicated what they charged and why. I highly recommend!!

OMG!!! This place is amazing!!! I am traveling from Philadelphia to Texas when my check engine…read morelight came on. Luckily, my first stop for rest was Blacksburg. I had to call every mechanic in town before getting to Auto Repair Specialists. Although they were booked up like every other shop in town, they agreed to see my vehicle. Due to the type of issue I was having with the vehicle, I was ready to stay in town for an extra day. Well, these folks had my spark plugs and ignition coil changed by 1:30!!! I was not expecting a call back until closing. The team did a wonderful job of ensuring all was in GREAT working condition so that I could finish my trip. They were also very helpful in topping fluids and informing me that I should get an oil change upon arriving to my destination. I cannot say enough good things about this crew. Alex, Brian, and the rest of the team were so helpful, communicative, and kind. I MUST DEFINITELY recommend this team for car repair. They are TRULY specialists!!

Performed as promised and within estimate. Yes, two weeks to get in (shows good reputation, no?);…read morelittle gruff around the edges; don't run your vehicle through a wash at the end. But did the work (water pump) as estimated and on-time.

I had battery issues while I was out of town. The battery tray was broken and the cables had some…read moresparks since they were damaged. It wasn't safe to drive home. The auto repair shop was booked through the end of the month but agreed to work me in. A day and a half later, everything was fixed. The employee was resourceful about finding parts. The service was professional and expensive.

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

If your car is going to fail on you, you want it to be in Christiansburg, VA, where Ashton's Place…read moreauto repair shop will take care of you! We were driving on 81 north to Manassas when the air conditioning started blowing warm air. Then the low battery light came on. Then some dash lights went out. We knew something was wrong and were just before the Christiansburg exit, so I quick looked on yelp and saw Ashton's Place not far with a 5 star review. So I started calling and Ashton answered and as I was on the phone explaining, the car stopped completely and we just made it into a little store just down the road from Ashton's. He said stay there, I'll walk down to you. He came with a portable battery & got us started. We drove to his shop and he took a look right away, and told us what it would cost and how long he estimated, which would put it past his closing time. He asked if we had somewhere to stay overnight; he assured us he would try and get it done or if he couldn't that night, definitely the next morning. He even recommended a hotel (which we loved!) and asked his coworker, Joe, to drive us there! Near the hotel was a restaurant we were eating. Halfway through dinner he called to say it was ready! They had stayed after closing to finish it. He even brought it to us at the restaurant! I don't know about you, but I've never had better service than that! Not many would go the extra mile(s) he did! Fair prices, outstanding service, honest, friendly... treating you like family. Can't recommend more highly!! Thank you Ashton and Joe. You made our breakdown into a easy, and stress-free experience.

great guys, and reasonable prices and upfront and honest…read moreFixed a problem that I was left with from another local memchanic

Stay away. I went in for a simple muffler replacement (verified by 2 other shops). They quoted me…read more$250 & said they had the muffler in stock. When I arrived, Steve said he had it put on a lift and they "discovered" that all of the pipes and joints were so rusty, that he was afraid that when he started cutting into it, that basically the entire undercarriage would have to be replaced : large rear muffler, large front muffler, the small muffler we spoke about, ALL the piping and "probably more". I asked how much and was told "at least $1200". They said they'd order the parts for the next day. When I left, I could hear odd knocking on the bottom and the smell of exhaust in the front cabin that wasn't there before, or ever. I called back the next day to report this and was blown off with "ma'am, you have an exhaust leak and the knocking you are hearing is because you probably drove over something". I knew then they were not on the up and up, so I played along and asked if my parts came in. They said yes, all but one. I asked what they were missing and was told "a part". He kept saying "just a part" but would not tell me WHAT part. Finally I was forceful and told him I needed the name of "the part". . Steve finally said, the Catalytic Converter. Horses***!. He said I needed that too. Tack on another several hundred dollars, plus labor. Scammers! I took it somewhere else the next morning, and the only thing it needed was the muffler, parts & labor $95. I've heard of stories like this, but, wow, the level of deception was criminal.