Honest diagnostics, detailed reports, and quick, trustworthy auto care in Columbus
Alternative Auto Care in Columbus at 136 W 5th Ave earns trust through thorough diagnostics and clear reporting. Guests praise color photos in diagnostic reports, detailed notes, and a quick test drive to assess issues. Described as honest, professional, and attentive, the shop offers competitive estimates and flexible scheduling, including quick turnarounds for OSU students.
136 W 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201, USA
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Detailed diagnostic reports with color photos to inform you about your vehicle's condition and urgent needs.
Quick and reliable oil changes and routine maintenance services to keep your car running smoothly.
Expert repairs for various automotive issues, performed with quality parts and skilled workmanship.
Specialized assistance for OSU students and travelers, including fast service and honest guidance.
Thorough vehicle inspections to ensure you're informed before buying, with detailed notes and photos.
Overall rating
Lydia
Every time I bring my car in for service I get a thorough report on the condition of my car. Knowing what is urgent and what can wait is helpful. The estimate I got this time was significantly less than a quote I got from another repair shop. I fully trust that the work will be done correctly.
Tim Kolonick
Alternative Auto Care is outstanding! Daughter who is an OSU student had an issue with her vehicle. They serviced the vehicle immediately and were very professional and honest. If you have a student at OSU and they have any automotive needs this is the place to go. Highly recommend to anyone in the area. It is the way all shops should be!
Lucy Kolonick
10/10 experience!!! As an OSU student far from home car problems are always a lot for me to deal with & Stacey and the rest of the team made this an amazing experience. They squeezed me in & helped find the problem very quickly. Price was great and any student should definitely go here!
Tara Hedges Griffith
My only regret is that I didn’t find Alternative Auto Care sooner. From the start, Stacey was kind, professional and attentive to my concerns. I particularly appreciate the detailed Diagnostic report (with color photos). I am far better informed about my vehicle than I was at time of purchase from a dealer. The work my car required was not cheap but I am confident that the job was done right and I am happy to give my money to a shop that pays its people a good wage. I could not be happier with my experience and will recommend Alternative Auto Care to everyone I know.
Jacob
I’m leaving a review to show my utmost gratitude. I do travel work and was in the city for a few days. Needed to get my car checked out and an oil change. I was greeted by the owner and we took a test drive to listen to my car. She was very attentive to the car and was the best tour guide in town! Everyone treated me with respect and understanding. They got me in quickly and went above and beyond to show me everything in detail and included notes with pictures. I would 100% recommend this company to anyone I know or don’t know. If you’re looking for a long term or even short term trustworthy and experienced shop don’t look any further. Thank you so much! I really appreciate all of you.
