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Dannys Automotive
1121 Sparkleberry Ln Ext, Columbia, SC 29223, United States
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Dannys Automotive

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Sh
Review №1

Always so helpful. Always feel safe in my little car when i drive off!!! Never leave town until they check it out!!!

To
Review №2

This place is awesome Tonya is great she actually cares about their customers. My son is military he came home on leave his car broke down and he had to report back in 48 hrs I told her the situation and she literally squeezed him an appointment same day so he could make it back!!

Be
Review №3

Called on Tuesday ask when would be a good time for a diagnostic on my truck, was told bring in Thursday morning they can look at it then open at 8 am. I didnt want to waste there time so i was there at 7:30a.m. When door opened at 8 gave him all the needed info and key to my truck. Stopped in at 3, 7 hours later they still havnt started the diognostic. Wasted my whole day. Really disapointed as well as my friend who recommended them.

Jo
Review №4

Best place to get your vehicle repaired. Honest and dependable service.

Em
Review №5

They were very helpful. I was in from out of town and they fit me in their schedule.

Ke
Review №6

Wowww! There are no words to express the Professional Deameanor, Subject matter, and reliable advice given for my vehicle needs. Thank you Dannys Automotive!5Starz!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Mi
Review №7

Quality service with affordable prices. check around and I bet you will come back to Dannys. I highly recommend this shop

Je
Review №8

Good service for your automotive needs

Ga
Review №9

Never had a problem. Good people

Vi
Review №10

Tldr; I dont take my vehicles to mechanics, except for an alignment, as I have a trust issue. I will take my vehicle to Dannys any day of the week. Honest, caring, hard-working, quick results, quality work, best mechanic shop in town. Walked in the shop expecting to pay at least $60, walked out with new knowledge of my vehicle and no bill.Awesome people! I needed to have my pitman arm torqued down to 450 lbs and my air tools would not go beyond 300 lbs (time to upgrade). I actually spoke with two separate individuals who had not spoken to each other and both of them separately told me to come up and they would do it for free. I have never, let me emphasize this, NEVER taken an item into a mechanics/auto repair shop and not walked out with a bill.Another thing that shows how dedicated they hard to helping people; he brought me back into the shop to watch him torque down the bolt for the pitman arm, since I had already partially torqued it prior to bringing it to the shop. I was under the impression that a pitman arm needed to be pressed completely down to the steering box. He very kindly and informatively told torque the pitman arm down to the specified torque and thats as far as it should go.Not only did they provide me with a free service, but they actually taught me something about my vehicle that I didnt know. As someone who prides themself on knowing everything about their vehicle I was glad that he corrected my misinformation.

Au
Review №11

I cannot say enough about the intellect and awareness and knowledge so much I have so much gratitude for the shop and their ability to really problem solve and troubleshoot any sort of mechanical!! I cannot say enough about the intellect and awareness and knowledge so much I have so much gratitude for the shop and their ability to really problem-solving troubleshoot any sort of mechanical issue that you might be having :) The experience at the shop was priceless!

Cr
Review №12

Overall great experience! My truck completely stopped on me because it overheated. Great work and they were honest with all that it took to fix it - no more, no less - and most likely saved me money in the long run. The only criticism I have is they didnt follow-up when they said they would. When I would call and ask for a status report, they would say Ill call you back in an hour or before we close, but I always had to call back the next day. But still, would highly recommend for their work!

La
Review №13

The staff at Dannys Automotive are very professional and polite.

Pa
Review №14

Great service, final cost was less than the worst case scenario estimate and repair was right the first time. Ill be back if we need a major repair again. Thank you!

Tr
Review №15

Excellent service. Honest and quick quality work. Really helped us get back on the road.

Ma
Review №16

The most professional, intellectual, knowledgeable experienced team of Adults .Their AWESOMENESS IN MOTION .

Da
Review №17

Very knowledgeable Professionals that will get the job done right on your vehicle..

Be
Review №18

Good work with with a fair price. They keep my old S10 on the road much to my wifes dismay.

Br
Review №19

Nice people, dont try to sell you what you dont need.

Di
Review №20

Outstanding service

Sa
Review №21

Excellent work

ja
Review №22

Woody is the 💣! Every time I take my cars there, I dont have to worry about it being fixed correctly. Very professional service!

T
Review №23

Fast service with a smile

RR
Review №24

I took my Hyundia Genesis in for an AC problem, they fixed the problem and it works like it should have since I bought the car 3 years ago. This is a top of the line shop.

Op
Review №25

Dannys does excellent work at reasonable prices. They are not the least expensive. However, they do give a warranty on their work. On RARE occasion when their work didnt meet THEIR standards, THEY picked up the ENTIRE tab to make things correct. Very, very reputable!!

La
Review №26

Great customer service 👍

ry
Review №27

Best auto mechanic shop around great workers and staff

Br
Review №28

Dannys performance is a great place I would recommend them to anyone. They took time to figure out what was wrong with my vehicle and help me take the least expensive route instead of trying to take your money. Woody is a great mechanic and has gain a lifetime customer. If you want thorough, good, and honest results I recommend Dannys hands down.

Br
Review №29

Hit a log on i20 instead of hitting another car. Well still lost as my car died and would not start back. Found them online because of their good reviews and being really close. Called them and asked about towing, they referred me to Roberts Towing. The guy that came and picked up my car was knowledgeable and nice. I loved the service that I received while at Dannys. I arrived around 430, and they were not able to fix my car that day, but had an idea what was wrong and had a quote for me. They even gave me a ride to a hotel when they closed! It was ready by 12 the next day, and was cheaper than the estimate. Thank you for having great service!

St
Review №30

On May 10, 2016, my wife and i were traveling south to Orlando from Canada when a spark plug blew in my engine. After searching the internet for the dealership which we felt we could trust and would treat us fairly we were shocked at what the dealership was going to charge and take advantage of us because we were traveling through.Immediately, I then got referred to a Dannys Automotive garage. Woody and Harry were extremely profession, understanding and caring. The job was done in 3hrs for $400 much like my mechanic suggested, a warranty for 12,000 miles was given and it did not cost 10 times more than what the dealership wanted.It is extremely refreshing that there are still good people out there(Woody and Harry)not wanting to take advantage and prey on the traveling out of town public.I was at there mercy. They were professional, very understanding and extremely fair.i would highly recommend Dannys Automotive to any local family or traveling family.They will definitely take care of you and get you back on the road asap!

Br
Review №31

Danny and his guys did excellent work on my wifes Escalade on super short notice! Totally custom and looks and fits like stock!

Ca
Review №32

Honest and reliable. We have had a lot of repairs and general maintenance done at Dannys over the years. While it is true they are not the cheapest in town, when they quote you a price you can trust it and when the repair is done you can be sure it is right. When times are tight they can be trusted to only do what has to be done and give you a time frame and quotes for the remaining repairs.

Ka
Review №33

Fair and honest people

Ma
Review №34

I would like to acknowledge the Danny Auto Staff on an outstanding jobs and professional services and friendly environment and outstanding mechanics always give you the best knowledge about your car never push anything on you and very affordable. I have been with them over 20y. They deserve more than a 5star.

Ti
Review №35

Ive never had a problem when taking my cars here. Theyre a little higher priced but they always get the job done.

Ma
Review №36

Have a appointment on the 16 Monday tell you after then

Ke
Review №37

Took my car in for an estimate on a spark plug and wire change. Was quoted $660. Ok, so I go online and look up the exact part numbers on the estimate. They wanted $13 for each spark plug verses $4 online and $136 for the plugs verses 47 online. Parts prices are outrageous. However, I have had other work done and the quality of their work is good. Needless to say I have ordered the parts myself and am having someone else do the work.

Ke
Review №38

I absolutely love the service, very knowledgeable staff with the ability to pinpoint any faults in your vehicle and have a cost effective resolution. I will definitely recommend Dannys for any of your automotive needs!!!

te
Review №39

If you own a bmw take it somewhere else. They just gonna take your money.

Ph
Review №40

Nothing but the best customer service and detailed description of what repairs would be needed. Great rates and quality work. I recommend this place to anyone and everyone.

Al
Review №41

Brought my car here at 8am. Called around 3pm to get status. Was told they did not look at it yet. Told guy well I will be there at closing. When I get there he non chalantly said they did not have time to look at it. Dont know about you but I do not consider that good customer service at all.

Da
Review №42

Best mechanics l have ever usedDanny Blankenship is a car whisperer

Lo
Review №43

Great service. Got me up and running in no time.

Cl
Review №44

They are reasonably priced and there work is soild.

No
Review №45

Being new to Columbia, we didnt know where to get our car fixed. We found this auto shop on the internet. We were very impressed with the staff and the service. We would recommend this business for sure.

Wi
Review №46

Always great service in a timely manner and fair prices.

Iv
Review №47

My family and I have been dealing with Dannys Automotive since early 2001 and have had nothing but great experiences! Chris (the mechanic) even picked me up knowing I desperately needed my vehicle! After 16 years of great service, we see no need to look elsewhere for our Automotive needs!Thanks everyone at Dannys Automotive

su
Review №48

Excellent!

Ja
Review №49

Great customer service! I went in there stressed because I didn’t know what was wrong with my car and I left out very happy when they found the problem that was so small. I will definitely be back!

St
Review №50

Truly amazing help in the blink of an eye would recommend them to any and everyone

Ni
Review №51

Straight to the point no games didnt treat me like prey for being a women fixed my car great no problems!

ch
Review №52

I have did business with them for about a year now and they have done an excellent job for me. I recommend them to anyone. Great customer service!

Ch
Review №53

Woddy is honest and professional 👍 good business

Wi
Review №54

To each his own! I will not return! No stars!

Ju
Review №55

Amazing place!! Took my 2015 Kia Optima in after hitting a pot hole and they checked it out to make sure everything was okay, when they actually found my transmission fluid was POURING out and I didnt even notice. They took my car in and had it ready in just two days. Not to mention the great customer service from the guys up front! Definitely recommend these guys to EVERYONE. Wouldnt trust anyone else with my car.

Sa
Review №56

Dannys Automotive is great! They service all makes of vehicles, even my 2003 VW Eurovan. They are honest and reasonably priced.

So
Review №57

Wanted 2400 for a brake line replacement, when I said I was going to shop around, Woody got quite unprofessional.

An
Review №58

Great service and reasonably priced. They explained everything clearly and went above and beyond to provide excellent service. I finally found a mechanic that I can trust.

Ja
Review №59

We will NEVER do business with them ever again and we dont recommend them to anyone else. We brought our truck in to get something fixed they charged us for fixing both sides only did 1. They said we could bring it back and they would fix the other side so we did. After they had our truck for 3 days they called and said its going to cost us an extra $1100 when we already paid because THEY broke 2 bolts and needed to be paid for the extra 11 hours of labor. They have lied about multiple things saying the truck was completely rusted and that things kept going wrong and the truck was not rusted at all. They said the truck would be done Tuesday... its now Friday and we were just now able to pick up our truck and they have had it for almost 2 weeks for an 11 hour job.

J
Review №60

Professional, courteous and great value for their service. Highly recommend 👍

Br
Review №61

Good place to get your car fix

Br
Review №62

Dannys Automotive was great!! They fixed the problem when no one else could.. Great customer service and friendly faces. I would recommend them to anyone!!!

Ro
Review №63

Great team. They have kept our cars running 9 years, and always a great experience.

Ka
Review №64

Excellent customer service, they answered all of my questions, and returned my vehicle in a timely manner!

ja
Review №65

My experience with Dannys Automotive was, in retrospect, one of the most delightful experiences Ive had in my 30+ years of going to get my cars worked on. This establishment was obviously an Equal Opportunity Employer, because every position from the front desk, the detailer, to the mechanic, everyone was represented! Woodys detailed Analysis of all of my Nissans potential issues were carefully laid out in language that was easily understood. Amera was so pleasant and she made it comfortable for me to handover my keys, with the assurance that my vehicle was going to get the areas best in car care/repair. The atmosphere while waiting for my repair was like relaxing in my favorite room at home. The arrangement and comfort of the furniture corresponded with the decor. There was even a cozy dining area featuring hot & cold beverages! This all made the televised entertainment & WiFi browsing so much more enjoyable. My mechanic this time was Patrick. He was able to expedite my repair, and he even gave me helpful tips on how to avoid the damage that had brought my vehicle into the shop! Most repair shops make it so expensive that you feel like you have to take out a second mortgage on your home! Not Dannys Automotive. Woody gave me a price that was quite reasonable. Top to bottom, I will be recommending Dannys Automotive to my family as well as my friends and neighbors.

Ma
Review №66

I took my 2006 Lexus GS to Dannys last week for service. I had a check engine light on and I just knew I would not walk out of there for less than thousand. Well, it was 39.99 for the oil change and to my surprise someone in my passenger seat had kicked some button under the passenger side dashboard. Thanks for being honest because they could have easily told me it was some expensive part and I would have never known.

An
Review №67

Danny had mechanic issues from the beginning of this year. They usually have a+ quality of work, lately it has been around c quality on major work and A+ on oil changes.

Ke
Review №68

I would give Dannys zero stars if that were an option.I had my car towed over on a Thursday afternoon, knowing that I would be leaving town on Sunday for a week long business trip. I asked would they be able to let me know something the next day, and I was told yes. All day Friday I waited, and there was no call made to inform me of anything. I finally called right around their closing time to see if anyone could give me any information. No apologies or explanation for why no one had contacted me. They told me what they thought was wrong with my vehicle (fuel pump) and that it would be Monday before they could work on it at all. Not realizing that they were closed on Saturday is 100% on me.I stopped by the shop on that Sunday morning to retrieve a few items from the car. On a whim, I tried the keys in the ignition, and was pleasantly surprised that the car started. I put it back in the same spot, and left for my trip. On Monday I called to check what the pricing would be for the fuel pump. They quoted me just under $1000 dollars to replace it entirely. I told them no thanks and that I would retrieve the car at the end of the week when I returned. I then spoke to separate mechanics in different towns who quoted me HALF of that to replace it entirely.When I returned home that following Saturday, the car had been moved (even though the keys were locked inside) and the car would no longer start. The battery was completely shot. It wouldnt even take a charge from a friend and his jumper cables. I dont know if they left an interior light on or knocked something loose, but the battery was dead. When I spoke to them on the phone about it on Monday, they told me theyd look into it and call me back. Nothing. I call again on Tuesday and asked for a call back-nothing.So in summation-Dannys is OVERPRICED and IRRESPONSIBLE. Take your car anywhere else...if you want someone to actually let you know what the heck is going on with your vehicle. But hey, if you like mystery and suspense and youre rich enough to afford inflated prices, then Dannys is the place for you.

Cr
Review №69

Id give zeros if I could. My car was cutting off for no reason. later from another mechanic shop I learned my idle air control valve was bad....they fixed it end of that. However, I took my car up there to get it looked at. Lady behind the counter needs customer service training...very rude. She told me they will look at it. I told them it idles and cranks fine but it shuts off after driving. You have to drive it to see it happen. They brushed me off saying yea, yea well drive it. Before I left I reset my mileage. I got no call all day about my car. Finally they tell me they couldnt find anything wrong. They also said their mechanics even drove it to be sure. HOW about when I go get my car the milage is the exact same and car in same spot. TOTAL MONEY HUNGRY CROOKS UP THERE!!!Disclaimer! This happened in 2002 so I hope things have changed by now. We didnt have the ability to call out poor service back then...but we do now.

Jo
Review №70

They provide excellent service at a reasonable price.

Th
Review №71

We just dont have words kind enough to express how greatful we are for all the service we were given. Woody was unbelievably helpful and even on his own time made sure we were comfortable and ok. Breaking down on a trip hundreds of miles from home and destination takes a toll on a person for sure, although everything that was done for us by Dannys (Joe for the work and explanation...) was above and beyond what ANY BUSSINESS I have ever delt with by 100 fold. On our way back through the steak dinners are on us!Thom and Chris2500HD Florida

La
Review №72

Was honest with me when my car needed more work than it was worth...told me not to put more money into it...didnt get work done

Ke
Review №73

Great customer service, they do the best work of any shop around and always good fair pricing! Been going here for years! Wont take my trucks anywhere else!

Ch
Review №74

Thats my Friend, TRUSTWORTHY BUSINESS, THEY GET THE JOB DONE !!!

Ma
Review №75

I had a wonderful experience at Dannys automotive they were courteous got me right in and out also looked over my car to tell me about some other maintenance issues at no charge! Definitely the only place Im going from now on !

Tr
Review №76

Probably my favorite restaurant currently

He
Review №77

High prices and sorry work. Also very slow.

Tr
Review №78

Gr8 service

Pa
Review №79

Best service

Ca
Review №80

Took the mechanic 6 tries to fix one problem. Cost almost $2,000 by time the problem was fixed.

Ma
Review №81

Always takes care of my vehicles right, and dont gouge me. Woody is the best.

Ka
Review №82

In September 2011, after two years without transportation, my aunt gave me her old 98 Honda CRV. Best. Birthday Present. Ever. Because it had been so long since I last had my own car, I sort overlooked how badly it ran. I figured it was normal for an old car to turn off shortly after I put it into gear. And if it sometimes turned off shortly after I got on the road, well...that was just to keep me on my toes.Dannys turned my accident-waiting-to-happen-any-moment-now into a well-oiled-machine.The first time I went there, I told them that I needed tires and brakes. They took a look and said, well your tires are fine, and your brakes are decent, but your timing belt is SHOT. Cue skeptical look followed by mouth noises about how I only make $10.00 an hour, yada yada yada. In the end I took a leap of faith (and I told them it was a leap of faith) and went for it. When I got the car back I couldnt believe how well it ran.A couple weeks later I took it back because the brakes kept squeaking. They took it for another test drive and came back and said, maam your ignition is messed up, bad.... Cue another big repair followed by more astonishment over the difference this made.Theyve been my mechanic ever since.Every time I take my car in, they greet me by name and ask me what I need. They always give me an itemized estimate and their estimates are always to the penny. Repairs are usually completed within a day. The big repairs were done in under a week. Theyve yet to repair the wrong thing. If there is a problem that doesnt need to be fixed right away they say so. If it does, they tell me that as well. After two years and a dozen repairs (plus oil changes), Ive come to trust them implicitly.I highly, HIGHLY recommend Dannys automotive.

Jo
Review №83

May cost a little more than average but they know what they are doing.

Va
Review №84

Great service

Ke
Review №85

Just go in there talk to Woody and its gone be alright. They build my truck from ground up mines well say.

Ca
Review №86

Helped me loosen two bolts I had struggled with for no fee. Very professional.

Je
Review №87

Staff is very friendly

jo
Review №88

Charged me 350.00$to replace a fuel line

bo
Review №89

Great work for a good price

Am
Review №90

Excellent customer service, great people

Mi
Review №91

Great folks!

bi
Review №92

262 on the gate

os
Review №93

Nope

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4.2 Rating
  • Address:1121 Sparkleberry Ln Ext, Columbia, SC 29223, United States
  • Site:http://dannysautomotive.com/
  • Phone:+1 803-865-4066
Categories
  • Auto repair shop
  • Auto parts store
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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