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Peacock Auto Service
1023 Carlton Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22902, United States
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Review №1

I had failed a state inspection at another shop and been quoted around $2,700 for the repairs by the shop who did the inspection. I sent the report to Peacock and they said they could fix everything for less than $1000. Ended up being less than $700. They were so friendly, honest, professional, and caring. I truly feel respected and taken care of when I come to Peacock. Highly recommend!

Ch
Review №2

I can’t recommend Peacock Auto more highly. My catalytic converter was stolen twice in the past 2 months (#priusprobs) and Joe and his team have been incredibly kind, honest, and fair in their repairs, both times going out of their way to acquire quality used parts for my car in order to cut costs. They’re a group of prompt, communicative, community-oriented, and genuine people, and I wouldn’t consider taking my vehicle anywhere else.

Mo
Review №3

I found this service center as I was having issues with my Honda and Subaru at the same time. I just moved to charlottesville and I can tell you this is a very honest and affordable repair shop. This is my new mechanic. He diagnosed my problem and fixed it right away. I will continue to use them! I highly recommend this business.

A
Review №4

I would give Joe and this auto repair shop 10 stars if I could; all of these google reviews speak the truth. My husband and I stopped here in the midst of road trip because our AC stopped working and the entire car had started rattling badly. Despite being very busy, everyone was so friendly and helpful, from the mechanic inside, to the lady in the office and especially Joe. Joe was extremely knowledgeable and helped us as best as he could under the circumstances. What I appreciated the most about him was his honesty. We’ve been following his advice and it seems to be working so far. I would highly recommend coming here. If I lived here, Peacock would be THE place to bring my car. Many thanks Joe!

Ak
Review №5

I first went to Peacock to get a water pump/timing belt service done last year. Not only did they charge less than other local shops, but their level of communication was unparalleled. I’ve had to take my car back a couple times since then, and Joe has been extremely helpful in explaining the issues. Every time I’ve take my car there, the jobs have been finished on time and Joe was honest about what needed to be done vs. what didn’t need to be done. They also provide a warranty on their work. Couldn’t recommend Peacock enough.

Ma
Review №6

I moved from another state to Virginia, and it was very easy to make an appointment. The team was very communicative. I felt like they were very honest in their assessment of how my car was doing and did not try and upsell me (I came in wanting all 4 brakes fully replaced and they talked me down to 2). Their prices were very reasonable. They allowed me to pick up my car when they were closed and then pay them online, it was SO EASY to get my car repaired here. I am blown away.

Ja
Review №7

Everyone here was excellent. They helped us out of a tight spot and were very accommodating and professional. Would definitely recommend.

An
Review №8

Shopped around for the combination of best quote and good reviews. Final charge came in right at the estimate. Joe checked in with me throughout the process to explain what he found and make sure I approved of the work.

Ad
Review №9

I had an excellent experience with Peacock Auto; I brought my car in for what I thought would just be annual maintenance, but Joe and his team found some other underlying problem that needed to be addressed. He took time explain to me what issues were priorities and it was a fast turn around to get my car fixed up. Fair and honest work!

Ro
Review №10

Excellent service, trustworthy, affordable. They respond to email.

Je
Review №11

Everyone was incredibly helpful!!! We had an emergency and they were so kind. Excellent experience!

Al
Review №12

A friend a highly recommended Joe & Mandys shop after I had had a poor experience at Settle Tire. I brought two cars to them in the past month and both times were hands down the best car repair experiences Ive ever had with a shop. Friendly, efficient, accommodating, and no sketchy up charging with my repairs. Joe did an awesome job with my repairs. Its a truly family oriented shop that wants the best for their customers. I look forward to working with them again. Thank you so much, Peacock Auto !

Ve
Review №13

Brought my car here for a second opinion after getting a huge invoice somewhere else. Peacock did the repairs needed for much more reasonable price and within the time frame promised. I have been going back to them since and they are consistent and fair every time. Highly recommend.

Jo
Review №14

After changing the spark plugs in my wifes Highlander it started throwing codes for an issue with the evap system. I couldnt trace down the issue so we took it to the local Toyota dealer. I was skeptical when they recommended replacing $1,300 worth of evap system parts so I decided to take it to Peacock (which turned out to be a great decision). I spoke to Joe about the issue and he was able to find a small blockage in a hose that I caused while doing the spark plug job. Everything was fixed with zero parts and 2 hours of labor. I cant speak highly enough about our experience with Peacock and well definitely be returning in the future.

Ja
Review №15

Brought my car in a couple times now. Theyve been quick, profess, straight to the point. They gave accurate quotes ahead of time, and had me ready when they said they would. Its a no frills kinda place, which I guess is good for a mechanic. They fix your car, charge you, and give it back to you.I got some more things to fix and Ill be going back.

Do
Review №16

Joe’s shop came highly recommended by my father in-law. I am glad to be recommending it now myself. Honest expertise, very fair prices and fast turnaround. I wish I knew of this shop before, it’ll be me to go spot from now on.Thanks,Dom

Ti
Review №17

Our car broke down as we were heading back to NY. I dropped off my car to Peacocks auto repair not expecting to get it fixed rapidly. They fixed my car in a day for a very reasonable price. Best customer service I have encountered in years. Joe was a true savior.

Jp
Review №18

I cannot recommend Joe & his company more highly. Genuine people, the best parts, no BS.Highly highly recommend using them.

As
Review №19

Fair honest quality work. I would never go anywhere else. I recommend peacocks to anyway who wants things done correctly at a good price.

Ca
Review №20

First time bringing my car here and it was the best decision. I came in with a check engine light on my older vehicle. Joe explained what the issue was, outlined the possible next steps, but was candid with me that it was not something that was necessary to fix, especially considering the age of my car and the potential for it to be a very costly repair. I always dread taking my car to mechanics because I never know when Im being ripped off, but Joe was completely honest with me and didnt try to push any of the repairs. Would 100% recommend Peacock.

Ja
Review №21

Joe and his crew fixed up my truck quickly and for a very fair price. Highly recommended!

Aa
Review №22

Joe is the most honest and hard working mechanic in Charlottesville. He’s helped me in the purchasing process as well as maintenance of all my vehicles. I couldn’t recommend more.

Ja
Review №23

My first time visiting, Peacock told me I could repair something for several hundred dollars, but they advised against it given the age of the car. Many other mechanics wouldnt be this honest. I will keep coming back to them because of this for everything major or minor. I love when people take their trade seriously and care about their customers.

Ju
Review №24

Great service and great prices

Ju
Review №25

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff!

Ry
Review №26

Always prompt service and kind staff!

La
Review №27

This is the most down-to-earth and honest mechanic shop Ive ever been to. They arent the cheapest, because theyre very thorough and who often catch other issues when performing maintenance or repair work so you dont have more issues down the road. Friendly and busy, they will often try to work in a last-minute problem even though they are usually booked up days in advance!

Mo
Review №28

Could not help me.Was told that they only work on specialty vehicles.

St
Review №29

This is the best place I have ever taken my car to. Top notch service and wonderful people.

Ch
Review №30

All around, rock stars of auto-mechanics. Honest, smart, and capable. I would not take my cars anywhere else in Charlottesville.

Jo
Review №31

We had a very positive experience with Peacock Auto Service. Joe is an excellent mechanic, saved us money, and was very open and transparent about the issues in our car. Thank you for the excellent work and customer experience.

Ch
Review №32

Great, straightforward, and cheaper than jiffy lube et al.

Jo
Review №33

Showed up at their garage with a dead battery and no notice since I broke down on a road trip. Joe was nice enough to get a battery delivered and installed in about 45 minutes so I could get back on the road. Great service and very professional!!

Du
Review №34

My 2009 Toyota Tacoma broke down at night while climbing Afton Mountain west of Charlottesville. My son was driving from Roanoke to visit family in Charlottesville. He arranged for the pickup to be towed to Peacock Auto Service in Charlottesville, a destination he chose after consulting with family.Garage owner Joe Peacock phoned to tell me the Tacoma needed a new engine, along with other repairs. He said he wasn’t sure the truck, which had traveled nearly 200,000 miles, was worth fixing. We discussed the pros and cons of proceeding with repairs and the likely costs – which clearly would be significant. Ultimately, I approved repairing the Tacoma and Joe and his crew got busy.I felt throughout the process that Joe was honest, reasonable and trustworthy.The repair wasn’t cheap but Joe and company completed the work under the estimate.I am very happy with the results. And I heartily recommend Peacock Auto Service. It seems to be the kind of repair shop everyone longs to find.

Cl
Review №35

Great service. Nice waiting area!

Jo
Review №36

Peacock Auto Service, 1023 Carlton Avenue, Chalrottesville, VA 22902A wonderful shop showing kindness to strangers, expert & timely repair, and fair prices.My wife and I were driving from our home in Nashville to spend Thanksgiving with our daughter and her family in Providence RI, stopping in Charlottesville VA on the way to visit my older sister and her husband who had moved into a retirement community. Our nine-year-old Honda CRV had new tires and was good to go at first, but vibration and noise started at 350 miles – at first, I assumed the vibration was due to changes in the interstate’s surface. As it worsened I assumed it resulted from a misalignment of our new tires. But the vibration grew and the loudness grew until it was quite loud at 5mph and the car handled like it had a flat tire. We googled “auto repair shops near us”. It was our happy day that Peacock Auto Service was the closest and had a 5-star rating. We limped noisily into their lot. They were busy with regular customers. But the owner and his wife listened to our story, took the wheels off, showed us how the ruined right rear bearing differed from the left rear, located the bearing we needed from their local supplier and installed it, all while we goofed off at my sister’s home. My only regret is that their shop is near my sister’s home in Charlottesville VA instead of near my home in Nashville TN. Thank you, Joe and Mandy.

Jo
Review №37

Honest, efficient and affordable. Without question the best shop in Charlottesville. Highly recommended.

Ch
Review №38

I have been going to see Mandy and Joe for years now at Peacock, and it is always a fabulous experience. Im usually a frazzled mess when I come in and no matter what is happening with the car, they are both cool, calm and collected. Joe will always communicate with me and answer every question I have. Their prices are fair and they are honest regarding any work that needs to happen with your car. Im beyond grateful to everyone at Peacock Auto!

M
Review №39

Went there at 5.35 (25 mins before closing) with a hole in my tire. They had me patched up and back on the road before they closed! Professional, quick, polite and good value!

ch
Review №40

Honest, reasonably priced auto service and mechanical repair. Dogs are a bonus

Ch
Review №41

This is the only mechanic I have been to where I am NOT extremely nervous about being taken advantage of. They know what they are doing, they explain the problem clearly, and theyre fair with the price. Theyre also extremely courteous and genuinely respectful. They talk to you like youre a real human being. I am very thankful that this business exists in Charlottesville. Not having an honest and intelligent mechanic to go to can be such a frustrating situation. Thank you for all your help! The superb work is definitely noticed; I have been recommending this place to all of my co-workers.

Er
Review №42

I am a long time customer and consistently impressed with Joe and Mandys work ethic and fair pricing. My repair was cheaper than the quoted estimate. Who does that anymore? Love you guys. Happy New Year to the Peacock team!

Sa
Review №43

Very prompt, courteous and helpful! I was in and out in just a few hours and felt like my car was in great hands. Thank you so much!

An
Review №44

Been coming here for years. I recommend this place to my friends and family. Can certainly vouch for this auto shop. Problems get fixed like they should. They offer good warranty on parts. Joe and the rest of the team are great mechanics and the receptionist, Mandy, is very polite. Honestly any reviews under 4 stars should be removed. If you need an inspection, the shop right down the street that has the means to perform them. If you have had any bad experience with them talk to them theyll work with you to make sure you leave happy.

Na
Review №45

Great to have a mechanic I can trust. I was told I needed an expensive brake repair after failing a state inspection. Joe recommended a different stepwise approach and fixed the issue (with a different repair) at a fraction of the cost. On another occasion, he undercharged for his labor. They’ve always done great work and you won’t find someone more genuine and fair with customers.

Mi
Review №46

Great people!

Da
Review №47

Such a great business! It is so refreshing to have finally found an honest auto repair shop! Everyone was kind, patient (I ask a lot of questions), and most importantly SKILLED! I had my brakes and rotors done ( 80 under most quoted prices) and I was able to schedule for the next day, same day appointment!They deserve every star and more!

Br
Review №48

I have been a loyal and grateful customer of Joes for a decade. A treasure for us in Charlottesville, and now that hes moved into a larger place (5 bays) he can share his expertise and honesty with even more of us. Icing on the cake is Mandy whose calm and good humor is a balm for everyone.

Jo
Review №49

Great service at a more than fair price. Got my vehicle in a day early and had it all done. Joe is more than fair with his customers concerns. Highly recommend their services.

st
Review №50

Very friendly and competent. Fair price and work done quickly

Ag
Review №51

Very professional, honest and helpful, recommend them 110%!

Ma
Review №52

Joe was my first honest mechanic in Charlottesville. He explains things to you and tells you whether your repair is urgent or important to your needs for the cars lifetime. Great family feel.

Gr
Review №53

Joe and his team go above and beyond. No matter the issue, I leave with my vehicle working, a smile on my face, and I still have some money leftover. Obviously I want my vehicles running, but it’s always nice to bring them to the shop because it means I get to soak in that phenomenal Peacock service.

Ma
Review №54

I went to Peacock Auto Service for help with my cars a/c. They were friendly, reliable, and honest. Costs were affordable and I did not feel pressured into spending money on unnecessary expenses. Both me and my partner have had positive experiences here and would recommend Peacock Auto. Its too bad they dont do state inspections!

li
Review №55

Stopped by yesterday in need of a state inspection. Unfortunately they do not offer this service. Joe, the owner, of the shop was extremely friendly and even suggested other places in Charlottesville that offered state inspections. Would definitely come back to this shop if I ever needed service. Peacock Auto provides excellent customer service and will make you feel like your needs are a priority. Highly recommend and will continue to support in the future!

st
Review №56

I went in with the attitude that I needed (A) and (B) replaced in order to fix my car. Joe was able to determined I really only needed (A) replaced. Joe, Mandy and their techs are truly the most honest and hard working mechanics I have every had the pleasure of doing business with. The one downside of their popularity is often a long wait before you can get your car in to be looked at. A real community asset.

Bi
Review №57

The folks at Peacock have kept my 97 Subaru humming for over 10 years now and I have brought my new cars to them as well. Their work is excellent!

Kr
Review №58

It is always hard to find a good, honest, trustworthy mechanic. Joe is all of those things. My Mountaineer was acting up and we couldnt figure out what was wrong with it. Sometimes it would start right up and go just fine and other times it wouldnt even start. Joe was able to figure out that it was a fuel pump. We took it in the week before Thanksgiving 2014. He didnt think he would be able to get to it until the Monday after Thanksgiving because they were slammed. After I explained that that was our only car and we really needed to get to my moms for Thanksgiving he made it happen. Wednesday evening at around 7:30 he called and said the job was done. He didnt even charge me extra for having to stay late. It all ended up being $20 less than he originally said. We will always take our car there!

Ta
Review №59

I am so grateful to have found this shop. I was out of town and in need of emergency services. Not only were they able to fit me in promptly, I was provided with excellent customer service and out of there in 30 minutes! As a small business owner myself, I love finding these gems. Thank you guys! If you ever come to Williamsburg and bring your dogs, look up The Pet Resort at Greensprings.

Sh
Review №60

Words cannot say enough about the wonderful service I received at Peacock Auto Service on Meade Ave. Id noticed a metal on metal noise in my brakes driving home the night before and was actually scared to drive the vehicle but had no other way to town. So, the next morning, I left my vehicle at Peacock with no appointment, hoping they could get my car in to look at and hopefully repaired. Later that morning, I talked to Joe, the owner, and was told they would do everything they could to take care of my vehicle. Just hours later, I got a call from Joe, telling me what I needed and how much it would cost to fix. Joes wife called later to tell me my vehicle was ready. When I went to pick the vehicle up, I met Joes wife, who was very helpful and friendly. I was able to meet Joe and thank him in person for the wonderful service Id received. I highly recommend Peacock to all my family and friends. Quality work, wonderful service, affordable rates and a genuine caring place to do business. Thanks Joe!

Be
Review №61

Best auto service in Charlottesville. Joe and Mandy are great. Fast, reliable, friendly, and very reasonable. Deep roots in the community so you know you can trust them. They arent just a repair shop, they are good friends! Call ahead, and dont be surprised at how busy they are or the small size if the parking area. I wouldnt go anywhere else, even for an oil change.

Pe
Review №62

Joe is the most straight forward and honest mechanic I have ever taken my cars too. He is very bright and articulate and when you bring your car in he explains the issue and quotes a price for the repairs so there are no surprises.Whether the job is big or small Joe is the man!! Case and point: I brought my Chrysler Town and Country in with a mysterious problem where it wouldnt start intermittently.. Another mechanic had it for a month and was completely stumped.. Joe targeted the problem in short order and got me back on the road at a very reasonable price.. It has been running and starting smooth ever since Joe repaired it... As far as the small stuff, no more Jiffy Lube for me... I schedule an appointment, Joe looks over my car and changes my oil and filter and Im on my way in 15 min!! Joe and his wife Mandy are a joy to do business with. I highly recommend them...

Su
Review №63

Never works

Re
Review №64

I have referred no less than a dozen friends and family to Peacock Auto. Joe and Mandy run an exceptional business with pricing better than anywhere else Ive heard or used. And theyre kind people!

Ja
Review №65

Joe is a super nice guy and provides crazy fast service. I had a whole laundry list of things that I needed done to my Toyota and he had them all knocked out in a day. Price seemed totally reasonable given the amount of labor and hardware required. Thanks Joe!

Ke
Review №66

Phenomenal. Weve been going to Joe & Mandy for 5 years now. Though weve moved out of state, theyre one of the reasons we miss Cville. Honesty, wisdom, sincerity, and empathy are just a few of the hallmarks of this incredible team. We are blessed time and again to have found them.

Ma
Review №67

Best service EVER. And reasonably priced. Best all around Auto mechanic service in our area!

Ma
Review №68

Being new to C’ville, I’m thankful to have found Peacock Auto so soon. I left feeling confident that I received excellent care for a great price. Joe & Mandy we’re honest, upfront, and reliable. My dad won’t have to worry that I’m being jipped- The Peacocks treated me like family. See you next time!

Ch
Review №69

I dont know how anyone could not give Peacock Auto 5 stars. Joe and Mandy truly are the local Mechanic and treat everyone as their neighbor, and like they are happy to help like youre a friend. Joe always calls to tell me what something will cost before he fixes and whether or not I need to fix it then or whether it can wait. I cant say enough wonderful things about the two of them, I could go on and on...really wonderful people with plenty of car mechanic knowledge. I definitely appreciate their hard work and hope they never leave.

Ni
Review №70

I was referred to Peacock Auto Service by my girlfriend after I needed a good evaluation of my 2014 Honda Civics brakes as I was worried that I might need some significant work on my car as it had begun shuddering when I was braking at higher speeds. I also was in need of a routine oil change at the time. I dropped my car off a few days after calling Mandy, who assured me that they would have my car ready by the end of the week when I needed it for an upcoming trip. Joe called me with some good news: he did not think that my brakes needed any work, and that he was happy to just do the oil change and replace some air filters. I appreciated his honesty and professionalism when he told me that many other auto shops would have just gone ahead and charged me to do some minor work on my brake rotors that was unnecessary. Overall, I was very satisfied with the service I received at Peacock and I will be returning with my car for the forseeable future.

Da
Review №71

Great experience even with last minute car emergency I was able to be fit in and provided helpful advice for my cars needs.

Ad
Review №72

Joe and Mandy are great. Very reliable, friendly and knowledgeable. I had to get an output shaft speed sensor replaced and they did it for half the cost quoted by another shop. The place is quite popular, so sometimes it takes a while to get an appointment.

Ia
Review №73

These guys are awesome. They went way above and beyond.

Ly
Review №74

I appreciate Joe and Mandys friendliness and understanding of how anxious a car owner gets when things go wrong. Joe takes the time to explain his work and why it needs to be done. He also wont encourage you to have work done if your car doesnt need it. Theyve kept my older car on the road the last few years and unlike other garages, Im never nervous about the quality of repair...ie the car is always finished road-trip ready!

Ro
Review №75

I live all the way out in Goochland County, but the service is so good here I come in from 30 minutes out of town for it. Honest, affordable, fast, and skilled mechanics are hard to find. Joes the best Ive found.

Co
Review №76

Took my car in with seemingly two separate issues, and I presented it to Joe that way. He took a look at it and told me hed call me the next day. He calls me and tells me that the two issues are one and the same and quotes me a price to fix it. Im skeptical, but I agree and hope for the best. After waiting for the part and taking the car back in I get my car back with both problems fixed, he was right! I truly believe another shop would have tried to sell me on the fact that they were separate to increase cost to me. Joe explained the issue, what he did to fix it, and his reasoning for everything in a way that I very much appreciated. I was treated like I had intelligence and was not simply a walking sack of cash. I was very impressed and highly recommend taking your car here the next time you have an issue.

Me
Review №77

Ive never had a bad experience in the 3 years Ive been taking my car to Peacock. Beyond the standard oil change, Joe understands the value of making an older car run for a long time. These people do excellent work and Ive always felt very comfortable dealing with their small but friendly staff. When the work required on my car was beyond the scope of their garage they have always provided me with other great recommendations.Joe understands that you cant always fix everything all at once, so he often breaks it down for me into three groups; needs to be done today, lets keep an eye on this, and not worth your time for the cost this car. As a young female Ive never once felt like I was being taken advantage or talked down to.I trust Joe wholeheartedly and recommend this garage to everyone.

Ja
Review №78

Personally, I think Peacock Auto is the best in central V.A. Honest, hard working, and friendly Joe knows everything there is about cars and wont B.S. you about what needs to be done and what your best options are. My car broke down on 29 and not only did he arrange a tow truck to pick it up but he had it fixed and ready to go within a couple of days. Great great company.

Na
Review №79

Reliable, professional, and with fair pricing.

Ni
Review №80

Joe is a very honest, hardworking guy who solely runs his shop. Hes straightforward and will give you a direct yes or no along with a transparent price. I would highly recommend him to anyone, but depending on where hes at, you might have to wait a bit for your vehicle.

Br
Review №81

Top shelf! Everyone, report that one star review. Its definitely a bot or a competitor. Five stars all the way! What a gem.

Er
Review №82

I just got an email out of the blue from Joe following up on how my car is doing post repair. He just wanted to confirm if the problem was what he thought it was (which it was). >>>I happen to know he is on HIS VACATION. Hes just that type of guy. Hes fair, trustworthy, knowledgeable, and really does care about his customers.

Me
Review №83

I couldnt imagine taking my car anywhere else in Charlottesville. Joe is knowledgeable and honest and doesnt cut corners. He always takes the time to explain the cause of the issue and how he fixed it. No black box. Highly recommended!

Pu
Review №84

Great friendly service. I recommend these guys to anyone needing ANY auto work.

Es
Review №85

The only auto shop I would ever recommend to anyone in cville. So extremely grateful for Joe, Mandy, and the whole team at Peacock. Thank you!

Gi
Review №86

Joe and Mandy have taken auto repair to a Cosmic plane! Every factor one would hope for in the category of Authenticity is fulfilled: Integrity, competence, timeliness, reasonable cost, and dependibility. I recommend Peacock Auto with great confidence!

Mo
Review №87

My wife and I just recently moved to Charlottesville and were very glad to have met an honest mechanic. Joe worked fast and gave reliable service. Would recommend to anyone!

St
Review №88

I always take my car to Peacock. Joe is honest and direct about what needs to be done, and he does fantastic work. It is always a pleasure to do business with him! I Highly Suggest taking your vehicle to him!!!

Je
Review №89

Excellent place! Customer service was top notch, and my repair was taken care of in no time. This is the mechanic!

Jo
Review №90

I would give Peacock 6 stars if I could. As a customer for over two years, I can say that they care, they are honest, and they do great work.

Da
Review №91

Joe diagnosed my vehicles issue quickly, explained what needed to be done, and afterwards walked through what was done and why the service issue happened in the first place. Im very happy with the service.

Ma
Review №92

Fair rates, on time, super friendly - we love these guys. Would absolutely recommend!

F
Review №93

Will be going her for my future vehicle needs. Friendly and really well priced. Would recommend.

J
Review №94

A TRUE mechanic! Peacock was the third shop I brought my car too. Joe actually fixed the part causing the issues, instead of just replacing it. He saved me at least 300.00 going this route. We are new to the area and were referred to Peacock by friends. It is nice to know we have an honest, reliable mechanic if other issues should come up. Highly recommend!

mi
Review №95

Joe’ and Mandy are great people very knowledgeable and reasonable prices. I highly recommend them !!

Kn
Review №96

I Will love to bring my car after my friend told me about auto shop

Ja
Review №97

I couldnt be happier with my experience with Peacock Auto so far. I have a beat up old truck that has far too many previous owner repairs. It failed inspection for a leaking axle seal. I contacted them by email for a rough estimate, which they got to me promptly. I brought it in, and they found all kinds of hack-job problems from previous owner. Missing drum shoe springs, no adjusters, parking brake messed up, etc. Even wrong axle bearings and seals modified to fit! After hearing about everything, I was expecting a major price jump, but they actually discounted labor some to keep it reasonable and not too much over initial estimate! Outstanding, honest, professional and reliable. Thanks!

pi
Review №98

I grew up with my father teaching automotive repair with a college and then a Votech Center. My brother picked up the trade and became a college graduate in Automotive Repair and certified ASE. Peacock Auto shows the integrity and honesty that a trustworthy automotive repair shop needs to be. My daughter has our Passat that Joe has done work too. She lives in the Virginia Tech area and she needed work done to the Passat. Joe being the person he is, called the shop that was doing the work, talked to the mechanic and worked out a plan for the vehicle. It is hard to find a mechanic that would go out of his way to call another shop and discuss a plan for the car. That is just one of many examples of Peacock Auto. Joe is extremely honest and he will tell you the truth even if it means that it is worth fixing or not worth fixing.

C.
Review №99

Everyone at my workplace goes to Peacock to get their car serviced (we work in the old linen building that also hosts Firefly so very conevenient) Joe was very patient with my ignorance of how cars work and explained while showing me where I was having the issue with my car. Everyone was very courteous and friendly :)

Je
Review №100

After reading all the stellar reviews, I was disappointed at not being able to do business with Peacock. There are some points to consider, though. When my (new to Charlottesville) daughters truck broke down, we looked for a garage we felt we could trust. Peacock seemed the obvious choice, based on reviews. The website said they take all makes and models, and were open M-F (although one of the photos showed a sign that had Saturday hours, too). Reviews said they were all about keeping older cars on the road. I called and talked to Mandy, and told her my daughter had a 2003 Ford Ranger that needed help. It was early on a Friday, and my daughter was at work. I asked if they had Saturday hours, and Mandy said no. I told her about the photo on the website, and she said they would fix it. She said they closed at 6pm, and had night dropoff, and the first opening they had was on Wednesday. I told her we would have the car towed that day. When my daughter got there that evening (on the tow truck), it turned out the lot was extremely small and quite full, and there was no place for the tow truck to get in. A guy (she didnt get his name) came out of the garage and told her that they only work on Japanese cars, and nothing older than 10 years. It would have been nice if Mandy had told me that on the phone. The guy referred my daughter to C&R Auto Service, about a block away. Fortunately, C&R turned out to be everything we were hoping Peacock would be. Peacock may be a great garage, or they may be a lousy garage; well never know. But a little better information on the website and on the phone would have helped a very anxious young woman a lot more than what we got.

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100 Comments
4.9 Rating
  • Address:1023 Carlton Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22902, United States
  • Site:http://peacockautoservice.com/
  • Phone:+1 434-979-7475
Categories
  • Auto repair shop
  • Auto tune up service
  • Brake shop
  • Mechanic
  • Oil change service
Working hours
  • Monday:9AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:9AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:9AM–6PM
  • Thursday:9AM–6PM
  • Friday:9AM–6PM
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
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