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5 Best Car Repair Shops in Columbia (2026)

Ranked by real Google ratings and review volume · How we chose

Talise Sterling
By Talise Sterling, Goods and Shopping · ✓ Updated · 8 min read

We compared 19 car repair shops in Columbia on Google Maps · 5 listed · How we rank

A warning light never comes on at a convenient time, and the shop you pick decides whether the fix is quick or drags on. The car repair shops in Columbia below hold more than 3,000 Google reviews between them, with ratings from 4.1 to 4.8, and they range from garages that reviewers describe as honest and fair to Midas and Firestone, which are built around tires, oil and brakes.

Short answer: The Muffler Shop of Columbia leads on rating at 4.8 from more than 850 Google reviews, mostly for exhaust work. Midas on Gervais St (4.7, more than 770 reviews) covers brakes, tires and oil changes. No prices are published here, so ask for a written estimate before any work starts.
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Columbia Garages Compared

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 The Muffler Shop of Columbia 4.8 ★ 860 Exhaust and muffler work View ›
2 Midas 4.7 ★ 775 Oil, brakes and tires / loaner cars View ›
3 Entity Auto Repair 4.7 ★ 450 Foreign and domestic diagnostics View ›
4 Complete Car Care 4.7 ★ 334 Family cars and second opinions View ›
5 Firestone Complete Auto Care 4.1 ★ 677 Tires and walk-in service / Sunday hours View ›
5 Best Car Repair Shops in Columbia (2026)

The shops, one by one

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#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

The Muffler Shop of Columbia

4.8860 Google reviews

The Muffler Shop of Columbia is listed by Google as a muffler shop on Huger St, and its site says it also takes on general auto repair. Reviewers bring in pickups and cars for muffler replacement, resonator removal and custom exhaust, and one says the team diagnosed a car problem quickly. Google lists it Monday to Friday.

What people praise

  • Reviewers say muffler jobs were done quickly, one in about 30 minutes
  • Several call the pricing reasonable or great
  • Staff are described as friendly and professional
  • One reviewer says the shop worked with them on an unusual job outside its typical work

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer found the wait longer than expected
  • Reviews center on exhaust work, so ask about other repairs when you call
Reputation scorecardrank in Columbia
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume860 · 97th
Confidencevery high
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown94% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A clear first stop for exhaust problems, with a high rating on a solid review base. For other repairs, ask about the job before booking.

918 Huger St, Columbia, SC 29201

Midas logo
#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Midas

4.7775 Google reviews

Midas on Gervais St is Midas store #5254, according to its site. The site lists oil changes, brake repair and tire services, and Google also tags it for air conditioning, transmission, mufflers and wheel alignment. It is open Monday to Saturday and offers online appointment booking.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe honest advice with no pressure to buy extras
  • Two say they were offered a ride or a loaner car while their vehicle was in the shop
  • One reviewer got a tire patch done in about 20 minutes at no charge
  • A reviewer says the original quote was honored on a job that proved more complicated than expected

Worth knowing

  • Appointments can be booked online; ask for an itemized estimate before approving extra work
Reputation scorecardrank in Columbia
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume775 · 92nd
Confidencehigh
Recency4 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown90% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A convenient full-service choice for routine maintenance, with reviewers who like the staff and the loaner option. Good for busy weekdays.

1517 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201

Entity Auto Repair logo
#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Entity Auto Repair

4.7450 Google reviews

Entity Auto Repair on Rosewood Dr serves foreign and domestic vehicles. Its site lists diagnostics, brake repair, engine service, transmission repair, AC service and collision repair. Reviewers also mention work on a BMW engine and say the crew will fit in emergencies without an appointment.

What people praise

  • A regular customer says the crew works to get cars fixed the same day when possible
  • Reviewers say the problem was explained before any decision was made
  • One reviewer on a tight budget was offered a cheaper alternative to a full repair
  • Several call the pricing fair and the service honest

Worth knowing

  • A busy lot means waits can stretch, according to a reviewer who still left happy
  • Saturday hours on its Google listing differ from its site, so call to confirm
Reputation scorecardrank in Columbia
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume450 · 82nd
Confidencehigh
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown92% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A shop reviewers trust for diagnostics and honest explanations. A strong pick for drivers who want a clear plan before they spend.

2742 Rosewood Dr, Columbia, SC 29205

Complete Car Care logo
#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Complete Car Care

4.7334 Google reviews

Complete Car Care on Gervais St is an auto repair shop with online booking through its Google listing. Its site lists mechanical repairs, oil changes, tires, alignments, TPMS service and Tesla repair across a long list of makes. It is open Monday to Friday.

What people praise

  • Longtime customers say the team is fast, honest and fair
  • A reviewer says staff will tell you what needs attention now and what can wait
  • A car shopper says the shop squeezed in an inspection before the dealership paperwork was signed
  • A parent says they treated a student fairly and explained the work

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer notes it is not the cheapest option, though worth it for the trust
Reputation scorecardrank in Columbia
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume334 · 76th
Confidencehigh
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown88% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Reviewers keep coming back for the advice as much as the repairs. Worth calling if you want a second opinion or a pre-purchase check.

1628 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201

Firestone Complete Auto Care logo
#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Firestone Complete Auto Care

4.1677 Google reviews

Firestone Complete Auto Care on Gervais St is listed as a tire shop. Google also tags it for brakes, oil changes, batteries, alignment, air conditioning and transmission work. It lists the longest hours on the page, including Sunday.

What people praise

  • One reviewer says four new tires were fitted in under an hour
  • A staff member is named repeatedly as helpful and friendly
  • One reviewer had all four tires replaced after another tire shop said they only needed air
  • Open seven days a week on Google

Worth knowing

  • Its 4.1 rating is the lowest on the page, with some reviewers unhappy about appointment timing
  • One reviewer says a booked service was not finished the same day
Reputation scorecardrank in Columbia
Rating4.1 / 5
Review volume677 · 87th
Confidencehigh
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown72% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Handy for tires and weekend hours, but the reviews are more mixed than at the other shops. Confirm your appointment slot and get recommendations in writing.

1738 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201

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Reading the scorecard

Rating is the live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated the shop, compared with the other Columbia garages. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.7 from hundreds of people carries more weight than a 4.9 from a handful. Recency reflects how recently customers still leave reviews.

What shapes a car repair bill in Columbia? (2026)

No prices are published here. The final bill depends on the diagnosis, the parts (OEM or aftermarket), the labor time and whether the car is foreign or domestic. Ask for a written estimate, find out whether a diagnostic fee is credited to the repair, and get approval before extra work is added.

Garages across the Columbia area

These shops are on Huger St, Gervais St and Rosewood Dr. Searching for a car repair shop near me? Each listing shows a live phone number and directions so you can call the closest garage and check same-day availability.

What to ask before you book a repair

  • Do you charge a diagnostic fee, and is it credited to the repair?
  • Can I have the estimate in writing before any work starts?
  • Will you call for approval before adding anything to the job?
  • Do you use OEM or aftermarket parts, and what warranty covers parts and labor?
  • Can I get a loaner car or a ride while the car is in the shop?

Frequently asked questions

Which Columbia car repair shop handles exhaust and muffler work?

Google lists The Muffler Shop of Columbia as a muffler shop. Reviewers describe muffler replacement, resonator removal and custom exhaust work on cars and pickups.

Can a Columbia shop inspect a used car before I buy it?

One Complete Car Care reviewer says the shop squeezed in an independent check so the buyer could go back and sign the paperwork reassured. Call ahead, because availability varies.

Do any Columbia repair shops offer a loaner car or a ride?

Two Midas reviewers on Gervais St say they were offered a loaner vehicle or a ride back to work, and one reviewer at Entity Auto Repair praises its comfortable waiting area. Ask when you book.

Which Columbia repair shops are open on weekends?

Google lists Saturday hours for Midas, Entity Auto Repair and Firestone Complete Auto Care, and Sunday hours for Firestone. The Muffler Shop of Columbia and Complete Car Care list Monday to Friday. Hours change, so call first.

Picking a garage

The Muffler Shop of Columbia is the choice for exhaust, Midas suits routine upkeep with loaner options, and Entity Auto Repair and Complete Car Care earn trust from regulars for honest advice. Firestone’s mixed reviews call for a confirmed appointment. Get any estimate in writing before work begins.

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