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Nicks Auto Repair
2437 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205, United States
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Nicks Auto Repair

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Ha
Review №1

The team at Nick’s hasn’t just help keep my car maintained, they have helped me become a better driver. Always honest and trustworthy, I’d recommend this shop to anyone!

Sa
Review №2

When my car died on my way to a short trip to Charlotte from OBX, I had it towed to Nicks. They were able to fit the repair in and send me on my way home in just 2 days. Jimmy was professional, and went over options before tackling the repair. It was done right and that’s the most important part for me! Highly recommend this place for any auto repairs! Thanks again guys!

Ju
Review №3

I’ve had nothing but great experiences at Nick’s Auto Repair! As a young woman who doesn’t know much about cars, I’m confident this business is honest and fair. Some anecdotes: At my first visit, I was told nothing was actually wrong with my car (it was making noises because it was rusty lol), and I wasn’t charged anything. Later, when that car was totaled (not my fault!!) and I was shopping for another one, I called Nick’s, and he gave me some helpful advice on buying a used car. At my most recent visit, they not only squeezed me in day-of, not only took care of what I came in for, but also buffed out a dent I had in my back bumper. This was completely unexpected, and not only was I not charged for this extra work, but they never even mentioned it—I didn’t know until they pulled my car around! I would recommend this shop to anyone in Charlotte.

P
Review №4

Great shop. Didn’t play any of those games that other shops try to do. Fair price, quick & quality work, no surprises. Highly recommended. 10/10

As
Review №5

My family and I love it here... Great work at a awesome price... We have been going to see Jimmy and his Dad Nick for over 10 years with many different kinds of vehicles...

Wa
Review №6

Nicks Auto has been maintaining my cars for over 23 years. If you need a competent, well-priced mechanic, who can work on any car, call Jimmy.

Al
Review №7

One of the worst things about moving to a new town is finding an auto mechanic that does outstanding work for a reasonable price and is completely honest. If youre new to Charlotte or tired of being gouged by your current service provider, Nicks IS the place for you!While we have lived in Charlotte 20 years, our mechanic retired a few years ago and thank goodness we found Nicks. I have an older model import that has required a lot of maintenance and am always pleased with their work, turnaround time and candid, no-nonsense approach. Most recently, Jimmy saved us upwards of $700 by finding a used electronic part vs. the new part install.Words can hardly convey how much I appreciate Jimmy and the team at Nicks Auto Repair. Thanks guys!

Ja
Review №8

I will NEVER take my car anywhere else in Charlotte. Unbelievable value and exceptional service.

Sp
Review №9

Jimmy was great. I took my nieces 2004 Saturn in for brake work. He called with several updates throughout the day. There was a vibration when you brake and he discovered the front rotors and back drums were warped. He explained that it was not a safety issue and that I could opt to just wait until I replace the pads before I replaced the drums/rotors. I opted to have them both replaced as she needs to drive the car often for a 2 hour trip. I had planned to purchase new tires this week and asked him to do an alignment also. He realized that 1 of the rims was the wrong size and even called several contacts to try to find a replacement for me. Seriously, above and beyond and I will definitely use him again in the future.

Jo
Review №10

Great guys and honest. Jimmy is a nice man. I had never been there before and was very welcomed. Will be using them for all my automotive needs.

Sh
Review №11

Convenient. We’ll priced. Generally friendly, always fixed the issue and seems very honest.

Kr
Review №12

Truly can not recommend Nicks highly enough. They are the most honest people and do fantastic, quick work. Their prices are unmatched and they really take care of their customers. As a young female I have always felt incredibly respected and never unnecessarily up-sold on services. If you need a mechanic you can trust, these are your guys.10 stars

Al
Review №13

They are very knowledgeable, professional, and friendly. They can do simple and most complex repairs.

St
Review №14

I will always appreciate the skills and friendship that I receive every time I go there. Many thanks!!!

Bi
Review №15

A few years ago I had taken fleet vans to Nicks. I have needed 2 major repairs/maintenance on my car in the past 2 months. Timing belt replacement and clutch. Great to work with, fair on price and a job you feel you can trust.

Al
Review №16

Highly HIGHLY recommend Nicks autoshop. Jimmy helped me with the replacement of my timing belt in my Honda and also noticed a leak in my windshield wiper tube (which I JUST had replaced by a different shop). The price was so reasonable / affordable. I was also having radio problems and Jimmy let me swing by and just check it out briefly no additional cost.Really appreciate this place! Will be my go to place. Thanks, Jimmy!!

Ho
Review №17

I cant begin to tell you how amazing Nicks Auto Repair is! He is AN HONEST MAN! He charges you whats fair without trying to upsell you on things or trying to RIP you off! He told me what I need to do now, what can wait for later, when I should get things fixed and when things could wait for next time. As a woman, Ive been ripped off so many times and taking my car into a repair shop is always something I dread but not anymore thanks to a friend that turned me onto Nicks Auto Repair. Had she not shared her mechanic with me, I would still be getting ripped off and for that Im forever in her debt!

Re
Review №18

If you want an honest quality repair shop - and who doesn’t? - go to Nick’s. I’m a smart woman, but let’s just say cars are not my forte. Jimmy was honest, quick and saved me money I know most other shops would have grabbed up - one place even tried. I really cannot say enough good things about Nick’s Car Repair - the reviews are as good as they seem. Don’t go elsewhere! (Oh and they service Volvo - big win!)

Ch
Review №19

Nick and his team are my absolute go-to for auto repair at a very honest price. I cant thank them enough for helping keep my 97 Tacoma running in perfect condition.

Co
Review №20

If you are looking for honest, dependable, timely & a reasonably priced company to take your vehicle to... its Nicks Auto, hands down!!!

Ka
Review №21

Helpful. They did a pre-purchase inspection for us. Very timely and thoughtful.

Vi
Review №22

Always the best service! Good, honest people.

Am
Review №23

Trustworthy mechanics. Very experienced. They keep my old vehicle going and going.

C
Review №24

Thanks for putting air in my tire to let me get up the road!

Br
Review №25

We have taken our car to Nicks a couple times now, and Jimmy has always been honest, professional, and performed good work, and at a fair price. There is a reason this place is so highly rated. We will continue to take our cars here.

Jo
Review №26

Top-notch quality and service. Highly recommend from one mechanic to another. Ive been in the automotive industry for all my life, witnessing my dad work in Toyota dealerships for 35 years and working myself in one for 5. I was a service writer and worked with customers and mechanics. Good customer service and trusty mechanics are hard to come by, even at qualified dealerships. Nicks Auto Repair and his staff are just great at it all. They are highly regarded in this community and have great relationships with their customers. Businesses are about people and thats just what youll come to see here.

An
Review №27

Can’t put a price on honesty when it comes to car mechanics. Jimmy’s local and tells you what he’d do for your car like you were his own Kin. Highly recommend him. He also has very competitive and fair pricing.

Ki
Review №28

Will be my go to place for my car from now on. Great, friendly, fast service. I did my research, I checked out all the reviews, and I ended up making a great choice. Thank you guys so much. I surely will spread the word.

Fr
Review №29

Best repair shop in Charlotte. Family owned and operated, fantastic people and service. So grateful for Nick and Jimmy. Thanks for the service you have provided me family for the past two decades.

ju
Review №30

He told me what to expect and he kept his word. He was highly recommended and they were right. Honest & fair.

He
Review №31

Ive always had a hard time finding a place to take my car to get looked at that is fair priced and where they always get the job done.I found Nicks because it was close to my work and also been recommended by a few people. I will never go anywhere else as long as they are in business! 🙏 thanks for all your help!

Wi
Review №32

This is the best repair shop in town. I’ve been a customer for 8 years now, and I won’t consider going anywhere else. Jimmy and the crew have helped me evaluate cars I’ve bought, have done all routine maintenance on my wife’s Toyota and my Ram, and have kept us from getting ripped off by other shops. Once I had to take my wife’s car to the dealer for recall work, and of course their shop found $800 worth of repair work that was critical to do immediately. I had them print out the list and showed it to Jimmy who gave me a much more objective opinion on what was actually important and what was just the dealer trying to charge for unnecessary work. Lots of moments like this have made me a loyal customer for life.

Ma
Review №33

These guys are great. Weve been going here for over 10 years and have always been happh. Jimmy will tell you whats wrong, without trying to upsell you or fix things you dont need (they wont offer to refill your headlight fluid or anything) If you want a no-nonsense place for good car repairs, Nicks is the place to go.

Sh
Review №34

Excellent mechanics..Nick is very straight forward and can be trusted..His father had the same good sense and business as well...Ladies, this is where you wont get ripped off..

Br
Review №35

I’ve been coming to this shop for years after it was recommended to me by a family friend. Great customer service and always does awesome work. This place is run with a high level of integrity that is rare to find!

St
Review №36

Dropped off my Honda Fit this afternoon, was told it would be done first thing tomorrow since they were busy, like any decent place would be. I was fine with that, but received a call a few hours later saying it would be done this evening before close. very cool! Honest reputable place. Pricing is competitive. There is a reason they are the neighborhood go to shop.

Sh
Review №37

Needed to have axle replaced on vehicle. He was so reasonable compared to the price of the dealerships and his service was so much quicker. I truly trusted the work that was completed.

Ka
Review №38

The finest staff who go above and beyond always! Honest individuals with integrity. Can’t tell you how much it means to have a reliable, trustworthy, fair automotive repair shop!

Ad
Review №39

Jimmy and his guys will take care of you. Does a great job every time.

Hu
Review №40

My dad and I have been coming to Nicks for over 25 years. We all know how hard it is to find an honest mechanic that does the RIGHT JOB... this is one. Ive had clutches, tune ups, radiators, oil changes, etc. all done properly and still running great. I recommend Nick & his son Jimmy for all repairs. We love Nicks!

Ma
Review №41

After reading several reviews I Took my 2001 Toyota corrola here a few weeks ago. I was very satisfied with the service and prices. I was concerned that I would have to buy a new car soon but they reassured me that wouldn’t be necessary yet. My check engine light has been on for a few years and I have gone to other places where they didn’t fix the problem and the check engine light would be back on shortly after they did some expensive repairs . They told me if this was the case they wouldn’t charge to to the diagnostics again. I previously didn’t trust mechanics. But these guys fixed my car and my check engine light has not turned on since! They also let me know about my serpentine belt which was half gone. I would highly recommend Nicks Auto Repair and I’ll be coming back for other car repairs in the future! Great service with great integrity. Thank you!

Ji
Review №42

What is it worth to know your mechanic is telling you the truth and is charging fair prices? Ive been taking my cars to Nicks for twenty years-- even after I moved across town! Nick and Jimmy are the best.

St
Review №43

My car was having issues on a Sunday afternoon, so I showed up to Nicks at 8am on a Monday morning w/o an appointment. they took me in and had my car ready the same day. few weeks later, car is running great. would recommend to anyone

Ja
Review №44

Could not be more satisfied with Nicks. My wife and I always trust this business to give us an honest assessment of our vehicles and a reasonable price to fix any problems they find. They are also quick and very nice. They may be busy at times, but there is a reason for that: it is because their customers trust them.

Ti
Review №45

ExcellentBest customer service

An
Review №46

Jimmy was very friendly and straight forward when we first spoke, and gave me a price quote of less than half of what the dealer wanted. Got me in quickly and had my repair done in the time he stated with no hidden or additional charges above what was quoted. Im a very picky customer, but Jimmy and the team never made me feel unreasonable or hard to deal with (which I know I can be!) Jimmy is not a salesman, and I mean that as a huge compliment. Many auto shops give off a vibe that feels like an act... not here. No pressure, honest, hardworking...those are the vibes I got. I usually do my own work, but with time getting tight and a team I can trust I wouldnt hesitate to bring my car back. Thanks guys!

Ph
Review №47

Nick retired several years ago. Son Jimmy has not missed a beat. Over these past 15 years, Jimmy has always been courteous, honest, and extremely knowledgeable. For example, when I asked him to inspect my older cars struts and suspension, he found no problems and didnt even charge me any inspection fee.

Da
Review №48

I have been going to Nicks for over 4 years and they are my go to mechanic for anything they are honest and reliable. They also stand behind there work and reliable. They are also well priced compared to most shops plus you get honest work and good work.

Pi
Review №49

Perfect mechanic. Honest, professional, technically capable and with fair prices. He fixed my issue while charging significantly less than other shops and the dealership. Highly recommended.

K
Review №50

There is a reason this place has been around so long. Trustworthy, honest, heart and soul mechanic....and team. The only reason I will ever go elsewhere is if they cant fix it.

Vi
Review №51

Jimmy is the best

St
Review №52

Best mechanic Ive ever been to. I took my 93 Ford Explorer in on Wednesday at 2 pm and had it back Thursday at 6 pm. They are honest and dont try to rip you off by doing work on your car that doesnt need to be done. I saw a couple of one star reviews and these people must be insane!

Br
Review №53

I love this place. Nick was always friendly and honest. He would go above and beyond to save me money when other people tried to charge me waaay more than necessary. I went there once and knew this was my mechanic for as long as I was in Charlotte. Now that Ive moved, I miss having somewhere I can go that is trustworthy. I cant recommend this place highly enough.

St
Review №54

Jimmy fixed my car very quickly (in and out in one day), and the price came out cheaper than I expected. Very trustworthy, which is invaluable in this business. I wont be taking my car anywhere else!

St
Review №55

Extremely reasonable prices on repairs, had our vehicle in and out in a day. Didn’t feel taken advantage of, they were very up front and honest. They serviced our 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee with 97k with complete replacement of spark plugs, and replaced an ignition coil causing misfire on cylinder 4. If you’re in the market for an honest mechanic, I highly recommend taking your vehicle to Nick’s.

Vi
Review №56

I dont take my vehicles anywhere else. Nicks has always been honest and upfront with me. I highly recommend.

Te
Review №57

Nicks auto has been fair, reasonably priced, and theyve gotten the work done quickly. We cant use a place that needs to keep our car for a week. Weve tried places closer to home, but have decided its worth the drive into Charlotte!

Me
Review №58

Nicks has been a life saver since moving to Charlotte. I drive an older car that frequently has problems. The staff at Nicks always provides amazing customer service, is quick, friendly, and does amazing work. I work in education, so a car problem always brings a lot of financial anxiety but I know when I bring it to Nicks they are going to do the best they can as fast as they can.

Ro
Review №59

Not very friendly or helpful in my opinion! I could not get my trunk to close and they wouldnt even try to help. So , if this is what you call 5-Star service. It may say something about your standards. I will never drive on their lot again.

La
Review №60

Nicks Auto Repair handles all the cars in my family. From my sisters Acura to my mothers Honda, my own childrens vehicles to my own car. They will find it and fix it. Great group of mechanics!

Ja
Review №61

Very honest mechanics that wont rip you off. Fast service, I would not go anywhere else! Made a simple repair on my truck that wouldve cost a lot of money elsewhere.

Jo
Review №62

Jimmy is great. Fair and honest. Highly recommended

Ma
Review №63

We had a great experience! Another car repair company (who shall not be named) quoted $1200 to replace our radiator (and it took them 3 trips to figure out what was wrong). I took my van to Nicks this morning; he replaced the radiator by the afternoon; and we paid less than $500! Im taking all of our vehicles here from now on.

Co
Review №64

Always get fantastic service and the staff is the best. Ask for Jimmy

Au
Review №65

Im going to next almost 30 years. Highly recommend.

ZA
Review №66

Efficiency and professionalism were made obvious and I would recommend this shop to anyone in the Plaza Midwood and surrounding areas.Jimmy and the Nicks Auto Repair team definitely deserve my praise!These guys got my Jeep in and diagnosed, repaired and tested in a matter of hours. Their parking lot was FULL of vehicles when I dropped it off, when I went in to pick my car - 20mins after closing time - the lot was empty and all was taken care of.I will definitely be making this shop my go-to for vehicle maintenance.Two thumbs WAY up!

Pa
Review №67

They do a great job at a very reasonable price. I never felt like I was getting ripped off and Ive been there for more than one vehicle.

Mi
Review №68

My husband and I have been going to Nicks for 20 years and I recommend them to everyone I know. I have never had a problem with their workmanship and they always have our vehicles done quickly. We give them a ton of business and I always recommend them to everyone I know.

Ja
Review №69

Great family business that has been built on trust, integrity and a personal commitment to the customer. Jimmy does not participate in BS, he tells it how it is good or bad. Competing in a world where we can shop any auto part on the internet and leverage that when negotiating pricing Jimmy has always presented a practical & honest approach where, in the end, it makes sense to let him source the part. Simply specify whether you want an OEM part, or a quality aftermarket piece, and they will source and bill accordingly. Theres something to be said for knowing your auto repair experience will be as trouble free as possible.

Du
Review №70

By far the most honest mechanics I have ever had to take my car to.This morning I dropped my car for a gas leak. Turns out my gas filter just needed tightening. They could have sent me home with a $600 bill for fixing what took a turn of the wrist. Never left a mechanic without a bill, until today.Timely and polite.Thanks Jimmy.

Ca
Review №71

I took my car in for a second opinion after Firestone told me I needed hundreds of dollars of work. Nicks set me straight and made it very clear what the issues were and what my options were. I got out of there spending a fraction of what Firestone had estimated. Plus, they got the work done earlier than promised and for less than they quoted me. Im a Nicks fan for life.

Re
Review №72

The best in town!

Ma
Review №73

We have been going to nicks for years now based on a neighbors recommendation. They are honest, reasonably priced, and complete work on time or early. Definitely recommend.

US
Review №74

This is an updated review. Nicks garage use to have excellent prices on repair and maintenance. Nicks prices were always under dealer prices. A while back they quoted a price to me that match the dealer price same work.

Su
Review №75

I have been using Nicks for a few years. Most of my adult life I have felt ripped off every time I took my car to a garage. Jimmy @ Nicks is an HONEST MECHANIC. It almost seems like an oxymoron these days, but time and time again, I have found this to be true at Nicks Auto Repair.I highly recommend them............Try them. Tell Jimmy I sent you!Susan Campbell Cone

He
Review №76

I took my car here after doing a little research online because the dealership gave me a HUGE estimate to make necessary repairs to my car. These guys looked at it, gave me a much better idea of what was actually necessary for safety purposes vs. what is only necessary if I cant stand the annoying sound, and at a much more affordable price. Like less than half. Ive been nowhere but Nicks ever since and have told everyone I care about to please consider them if they ever have car trouble. I have taken the original advice given by Jimmy and still havent fixed what is causing the noise. Whenever I hear it, it just reminds me of how much money I am saving.

km
Review №77

The service was great. Trey was awesome!

Sa
Review №78

Very nice and knowledgeable

Li
Review №79

Ive been going to Nicks for 27 years. He and Jimmy are the best, most honest mechanics in Charlotte! All my friends go to him too.

Re
Review №80

They do work well and kept me updated on the status of my car. Prices were fair and my car wasn’t stuck in the shop for very long

Ch
Review №81

Honest, extremely reasonable on pricing. Will go back continuously

Ra
Review №82

Always honest and just the best!

Ja
Review №83

Thank you Mr Jimmy10yrs always excellent services

De
Review №84

A fair price for careful no nonsense work.

Br
Review №85

Honest, reliable, affordable and consistent. What more can you ask for in an auto repair place?

Do
Review №86

The best, most honest mechanic in Charlotte.

sa
Review №87

I have been taking my cars to Nicks for 24 years the reason is that Jimmy has been always been honest and fair and has never taking advantage of those of us that are clueless when it comes to mechanical issues with our cars thank you Jimmy

Da
Review №88

They seem like good people and got my car done asap.

Ja
Review №89

Me and my family have been going to Nicks for years and have been very satisfied with the service, workers, and the prices. Have read the complaints and find them to just be hateful and completely uncalled for.

An
Review №90

Jimmy and Nick have saved me millions of dollars with state of the art service and reliability!

br
Review №91

They do very good work and they will not rip you off. My family has been going to them for decades

Mo
Review №92

Best mechanic in town. Always honest and trustworthy.

LA
Review №93

Great customer service

Ri
Review №94

Honest, professional, and quick. What more could you want?

Ep
Review №95

Honest ,professional and quick thank you.

Ch
Review №96

Have been going to Nicks for several years and wont go anywhere else. Great service and reasonably priced.

Co
Review №97

Great communication and pricing.

Jo
Review №98

So far, they have been honest with good customer service. I switched from my Nissan dealership to Nicks, and glad I can support a neighborhood business.

Sc
Review №99

These guys are always amazing. They are my go-to for any issue.

La
Review №100

Fast, reliable, affordable.

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4.9 Rating
  • Address:2437 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205, United States
  • Phone:+1 704-374-0205
Categories
  • Auto repair shop
Working hours
  • Monday:8am–6pm
  • Tuesday:8am–6pm
  • Wednesday:8am–6pm
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:8am–6pm
  • Sunday:8am–6pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
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