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Point S Capital City Tire and Auto Service
715 N Last Chance Gulch, Helena, MT 59601, United States
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Point S Capital City Tire and Auto Service

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Gi
Review №1

Even though Point S Capital City knew I was just an out-of-town customer passing through, they treated me as if I were their best regular customer! They came out to my location to put air in the flat tire on my tent trailer, helped me hook up the trailer, and then had me follow them to the store, where they took care of the new tires. Excellent communication preparing for the work, excellent service, and they are super friendly too! Thank you Point S!

Sa
Review №2

Stopped in because of a low tire pressure light. They were able to replace sensors that day! Great service. Will definitely use again and recommend to others.

Sa
Review №3

It is so hard to find a qualified team you can sincerely trust and that leave you feeling like they have your best interest in mind. They not only diagnosed and fixed the engine light issue but also took the time to show me the read outs in real time from the diagnostic tools. Even took me on a test drive with it hooked up so I could see how it was doing overall. I never felt like I was being BS’ed or upsold on anything. Fair prices, superior people, quality work. Easy to recommend these folks.

To
Review №4

We had a tire problem as we were overnighting in Helena. Found Point S through great online reviews and recommendation from the bike shop next door. Jack at Point S was just great, turned the repair around fast and went above and beyond to check all tires for safety for a long trip back east. Great service, great value. Highly recommend Jack and his colleagues at the Point S location on N Last Chance Gulch.

Ro
Review №5

Fast, thorough customer service and work. Excellent tires!

Ch
Review №6

We had a flat that turned into needing 4 new tires. The guys at Point S were able to get us our tires and everything right there. They were very friendly and accommodating for our little family.

Li
Review №7

My experience was great. The e.ployes were very polite and helpful. They answered any questions about my car I asked. They explain what has to be done the day I bring car in and let be know if there are any problems that will be needed don in the future. I have always had a very good experience with them.

By
Review №8

The people at Point S, were great they got everything we needed fixed. And was quick doing so, Im very impressed.

Ca
Review №9

Great experience for an oil change! They were quick and thorough. Gave me recommendations but I didnt feel pressured. Will be back!

Ty
Review №10

DO NOT GO HERE!!! I set an appointment and told them I would be providing all the components that needed to be replaced (upper/lower ball joints, control arms etc) Not once did anyone mention it would cost substantially more to use parts that I provided vs their cheap shop parts. After complaining about being mislead, they ended up charging me full price for their parts (even though they used mine) plus full hourly price to install them. Unbelievably frustrating experience.

No
Review №11

Point-S was incredibly responsive when my car broke down and had to be towed into the shop. They kept me apprised of all developments and costs with numerous courteous and professional phone calls. I highly recommend and will definitely be using Point-S again

Ke
Review №12

Joel, Forrest and the crew at Point S do a great job. I have been to them for everything from top of the line all-season radials to basic summer tires on my 1972 Saab. They stand by their products, and go the extra mile to ensure the customer is satisfied. We are fortunate to have this local business in town!

Mi
Review №13

Excellent service. I bought new tires in January with the warranty. Showed up to work this morning and had a flat. Point S guy came and put some air in it, took it to the shop and they replaced the tire no problems. These guys are great!

We
Review №14

I have always had a great experience with PointS (Capital City Tire). I trust them to get the job done right the first time! Very courteous and timely! Thanks again Joel, Forest and crew for your great service once again:)Wendy Biegler

Gr
Review №15

They always do a spectacular job of setting up appointment and asking right questions of what needs to be done. Work is always done in a timely and thorough manner. Explanation of work performance is always given with appropriate documentation and even pictures! Very professional!!My only complaint would be the fact that I had installed a brand new tie rod and needed alignment done by Point S. The tie rod was badly marred in adjustment. They should use tools or equipment that doesnt damage finish on part. Yes, even a tie rod.

J
Review №16

Floored by how quickly and fairly priced they were in regards to a tire patch. Will definitely come by here again if I ever have a bigger issue!

G
Review №17

Buying 4 new All season tires was something Id never done before, always got used, but they helped find the right kind for my taste driving habits and price point. (Admittedly I had some idea.) They rocked my world, until one of them started having a slow leak. I took it in and they took out the nail I acquired free and easy. I had expected to pay. This is a great place to go people.

Hy
Review №18

Great service. It would be nice if you washed the wheels after being in your storage. Thanks

Ta
Review №19

Got me in very quick and haven’t been waiting long. very friendly.

Ba
Review №20

Contributed to over $4,600 in repairs figured we had fairly open lines of communication with this dedication and long time customer base.Just had my routers done. More than I expected, fine. They were deep in there for more than a hour or so.NOW, immediately following my pads need replaced, wouldnt actual professionals check to see if my pads are safe for the road in this imspection...Finding problems that were simple $40.00 fixes that could have been resolved upon my prior visit.Now I have to go back into the shop pay another hourly shop rate to them when it could have resolved this issue.Had credit on my account and will not be returning to this location.Due to the lack or attention to vehicle inspections and sent me onto the road with sub standard breaks is unacceptable.

Al
Review №21

This past weekend during a road trip, I noticed my wifes truck alignment was off, and wearing a tire. I scheduled her an appointment at Point S Capital City for an alignment. She took it in and they put it on the rack for a little bit and brought it back down, The service writer told her that her lower ball joints were really bad they were shot and would be $700 to replace them. She called me, her husband and told me the situation and I told her that does not sound right, I take very good care of our trucks and would notice if lower ball joints were shot. The following weekend I pulled the front tires off to check for myself and I found nothing loose or worn. I took the truck to Whalen Tire and had them do an alignment and they did with no problem, I asked the tech after he finished did not say what we had been told at Point S; how are the ball joints? His exact words were, they were really tight and everything is in really good shape for a truck with a 130k miles. This leaves a few scenarios I can think of: Point S is shady or they do not know what they are doing or looked at the tire wear and made assumptions that the cause was lower ball joints. I really believe that most people are good and would not try to con my wife out of $700, but based upon reviews of the great work and training certificates on the wall, this really makes me question their intent.UPDATE: I want to be fair as possible with this review, with that said, Joel with Point S contacted me last night about the review and pictures I posted and he wants to find where the break down was in this situation, I agreed to let them look at my wifes truck again and figure out why this all happened.

On
Review №22

We love our local auto shop, Point S! Joel and Forrest always give us the best service. Today, with the big snow storm, we could barely get around in our van. I called Joel and he and his team got us a new set of snow tires on the van in just a few hours, no appointment needed! We appreciate the attentive, helpful service we get each and every time we visit Point S!Thank you for always going the extra mile!

Al
Review №23

My wife said it was cold inside, but I believe compared to the outside and previous days temperatures, it was adequately warm. I got exceptional, kind, swift, professional, and honest service, 5 stars!

Ha
Review №24

I had an oil change appointment, they got me in and out and also did an inspection of my car to see if i needed anything else done. It was my first time going there & I will definitely be back!

Ja
Review №25

Needed tires changed for e-scooter. Thx!!

re
Review №26

Excellent service from Joel!The other service person up front was not wearing a mask, which made us uncomfortable. My friends tell me that, at the other Points location, all of the service people are wearing masks. St. Peters Hospital is full. Please help protect your customers and our health care workers.

Ka
Review №27

Quick fix on a flat tire. Thanks. Kathy

Lu
Review №28

Great service. You might have to book out a few days in advance but I still recommend going here.They offer a free alignment inspection which includes a diagram showing the discrepancy between the rated alignment and current alignment. Helpful if you’re a curious car owner.

Le
Review №29

The staff at Point S are always friendly and knowledgeable. I brought my SUV in thinking it had a tire balancing issue. The tires were balanced but it still had a vibration when driven. The expert staff inspected the vehicle and pinpointed the issue as best as they could which resulted in a trip to the dealer for warranty work. Thanks for going above and beyond to keep me safe and my SUV running smooth.

Lo
Review №30

Our van broke down in the middle of downtown Helena on our vacation. The staff were able to get it fixed right away! They were super helpful and nice! We hope they enjoyed their donuts we brought them when we picked up the vehicle! Thank you all so much! We highly recommend you! Lori & Bob, West Linn, Oregon

Pa
Review №31

Went in today to get my studded tires put on. I usually got to J&J but they were full so I was sent to this location. Employees had masks on with noses hanging out. 3 maskless customers came in while I was there, and not a word was said to them, even as they stood less than 6’ from others including an elderly woman wearing her mask who looked worried and afraid to say anything.Do better!

mu
Review №32

Point S is where I like to do all my tire business. Thank you for your service to the community.Jim Mullins

Li
Review №33

Great experience!! Great guys!

Ra
Review №34

Point S is always great. This time I had to go in because my speedometer stopped working. Turns out a rodent chewed through wires. They are ordering me the part I need. I always get a great deal on service especially with the rewards program they offer.

Ch
Review №35

I drove from Thompson Falls Montana. I needed an oil change and new tires it was provided in a timely manner and this far I am well pleased.

De
Review №36

Nothing is worse than needing some tire work and being told the first appt is 5 days out! Josh was super helpful and was able to get me in the next day. All finished up by 10 am.

Da
Review №37

Reliable friendly service. Always giving an honest assessment of work that needs to be done.

Ja
Review №38

Excellent service! Great attention to detail. Could not have asked for a better experience and Im very happy with my new tires.

Br
Review №39

I was headed out of town and found we had a flat. They were able to take us in and repair the tire all within 20 minutes. Fast and super friendly.

Dr
Review №40

These guys have always been great to me. Ive got two sets of Goodyear rugged terrain tires from them for my 93 4-Runner over the years and been extremely pleased with both the tires and the excellent and friendly after-care service for stuff like tire rotations and tire mishaps. Today, I was trying to replace an inner tube on a wheelbarrow and couldnt get the tire back on the rim to save my life. Bopped down to Point S, almost at closing time (whew!), and they slapped it on and aired it up and I was good to go. Big shout-out to all you guys at Last Chance Gulch Point S!

Ma
Review №41

Fantastic service. Great local business. Thanks for working overtime to get our snow tires on before the storm!

ma
Review №42

I dropped my car there for new tires, they were delayed a day which was annoying. However, they were polite and professional in their communications. There work was good and I will go back.

TJ
Review №43

Great service, great people and very reasonable prices. Point S will be my place for any vehicle issues.

Sh
Review №44

Always timely, helpful, and honest!

Br
Review №45

Great service, good prices, reliable work.

Je
Review №46

Point S - Capital City Tires was able to get the studded snow tires I was looking for and got them promptly and expertly installed.

Mo
Review №47

Tire hotel is a nice feature for when i swap summer/winter tires. Best to make an appointment as they are always busy.

Mi
Review №48

Great service as always. I use Point S for all my automotive issues and tires. Honest service and reasonable rates.

St
Review №49

Professional service: accurate, effective, clear communication so you know exactly the expanse of possible concerns & costs. Well run establishment( i have visited the LastChanceGulch location).

Ma
Review №50

I have been coming here for over 30 years, obviously happy with their work and veracity.

Sa
Review №51

My husband and I have been utilizing this locations’ Point S for almost 5 years now. We have never had a bad experience - great customer service, quick and efficient vehicle service, and reasonable pricing. Joel, the owner of this location, also went above and beyond at our last visit to fix my toddlers’ broken toy while we were waiting. Good service stands out and we will always recommend this business. Thank you, Capital City Point S!

Ch
Review №52

When I picked up my car after getting a flat fixed, my car had a serious rattle that it did not have before I dropped it off. I went back to the shop after driving a few blocks. The service guy was kind enough to drive around the block with me and heard and felt the rattle. His recommendation was to take my car to the dealer because it is still under warranty. Didnt offer to look at to see if maybe something got knocked loose when they put it on lift to take tire off. They fixed the flat, but dissatisfied with customer service. Probably wont go back.

Je
Review №53

I buy all my tires at capital city point s they match tire prices and always have some type of deal going on top brand tires as well as killer prices on less known brands for tighter budgets and they treat the customers extremely well

Re
Review №54

Easy to work with. No surprises and I love my new tires. My truck has never felt smoother pulling my trailer.

So
Review №55

Got in easy had a flat fixed... On the road again. Thanks guys!

Ni
Review №56

We came here after having issues at another shop. They were friendly, professional and got us in quick. Super easy and quick scheduling! We will definitely be using them from now on!

S
Review №57

I’m still confused and perplexed at how awesome my experience was, honestly. I took my vehicle in for an inspection. It was a used (new to me) SUV from a dealership. I wanted to make sure it looked alright, and there wasn’t a potential issue with the rear differential. They got me in the same day and had a look. Not only did they inspect way more than the rear differential, but they took colored pictures and went over what they saw, with me(thankfully everything was good!). Then, the real kicker: they respectfully explained everything to me, patiently took any questions I had, and then....well then...they didn’t even charge me. Seriously? I had to pinch myself. I’ve had generally poor experiences with mechanics and was seriously taken aback with my experience here. All I can say is, if something actually does go wrong with my vehicle, I’ll certainly be taking it here.

Ta
Review №58

They were so nice and great! Really explained what happend! I hope they read this and know how amazing they were

Gr
Review №59

I was very impressed with the prompt and friendly service I recieved. They happened to be short staffed that day but they still got me in for my scheduled appointment 30 minutes ahead of time. Great job.

Kr
Review №60

Point S (capital city tire) is our go to for all car & truck issues and has been since the 1990s. Out son recently took his old 2000 family Subaru in, and they went above & beyond to locate ALL the problems and got them all resolved before he headed out of town. Thank you!!!

St
Review №61

Excellent service! New exhaust and shocks are great. Check them out, they provide an awesome experience.

St
Review №62

This place is fantastic! They are extremely honest, helpful, and their prices are reasonable. I only take my car here because the service is always excellent!!

Da
Review №63

Caught a flat AND a flat donut downtown and these guys were willing to fill and check the tires knowing were werent going to buy there. Felt kind of bad but was really appreciative and wanted to be sure I left a thank you somewhere. They were friendly about it too! Thanks!

da
Review №64

Just a tire rotation before a trip to SD. All good!

St
Review №65

Ive been going to PointS for 10+ years and have never been disappointed! They are so honest and hospitable. Awesome customer service.

Ry
Review №66

I made an appointment for 1:30 to put studs on. It took them until 3:20 to get my work done. My wife had to cancel her 3:00 appointment and my son had to wait to get his afternoon snak. They made no attempt to even explain why it took almost 2 hours to put studs on. We will not be getting them removed by point s. Even though I bout both sets of tires from them.

He
Review №67

Great set of guys very helpful went in today to get a tire mounted and the tire I had was no good so they found me another tire and got me on my way

Sg
Review №68

Very friendly, proficient, and bend over backwards even for tourists. Great value and services

Mi
Review №69

Great customer service from my neighborhood tire shop! I purchased new snow tires here last fall and just purchased new all season tires for the summer. Thanks!!

Jo
Review №70

Once again I was very pleased with the timely and professional service I received from Point S Capital City Tire. Their friendly service included keeping my appointed time and have it ready when promised...all with a smile.

Ja
Review №71

Great service. Had a flat at 8 in am and they got me in right away to get it fixed. Good customer service and fast work.

Do
Review №72

Thanks for the amazing service and going out of your way to take care of our problems! You folks “ROCK”!

Ni
Review №73

The guys at Point S on Last Chance are awesome! I had to have some maintenance done that only took 2 hours to do, and they found another issue. They ordered the part so they can fix the issue tomorrow, and in the mean time I get to use my car! I have never had a mechanic let me take my car when they were going to have to do more work and I think it is just amazing since I have a kid who has to be dropped off and picked up from school. Larry and Joel are the best!

Pa
Review №74

Got appointment for the day after using the website. Did the work in a timely manner. No complaints - this is my regular car shop.

S
Review №75

Great customer service! I have had my car worked on there several times and they have always done a great job. I really appreciate how Forrest helped me with my last visit there.

Da
Review №76

Needed to get an alignment job and thats what I got . I was thinking I hope these guys dont try and tell me my vehicle needs a bunch of stuff . they DIDNT there quote was exactly what I paid . I will return anythime my vehicle needs serviced again

Br
Review №77

Such a great experience! I highly recommend!

Ka
Review №78

Got me a great deal on tires and fixed my brakes very quickly

An
Review №79

Quick and painless. They got me in right away. They were up front and honest about what they were and werent able to do. They were even willing to help me with a small unrelated issue. Service was fairly fast and got me back out the door in just a couple of hours.

He
Review №80

Very friendly staff. Make sure to provide you with good feedback and explanation on every question you have. I recommend this place for anyone.

st
Review №81

I’ve been going here for 17 years and it might be a different name now, but the customer service and faces have always been the same. They are always prompt, courteous and professional. Keep it up guys, great job as always!

sh
Review №82

Got me in on short notice and great customer service.

Ch
Review №83

Everything was great except the glass repair work by Speedy glass on my windshield. They left one half done and totally missed another. I’ll have to find someone else to fix it now. If I were you, I’d disassociate myself from Speedy.

Cl
Review №84

The customer service was excellent, their prices beat all the tire shops from Helena to Bozeman. They even filled out my rebate form, addressed the envelope and stamped it. I will definitely be giving them my business.

De
Review №85

I was pleased that the mechanic kept me updated with the work and price of the repairs. My roadside service recommended Capital City Tire. No trouble since the repairs. Thanks for the follow up.

Jo
Review №86

Excellent and prompt service. Professional staff. We will be returning for service. Recommend instituting a military/first responder/teacher discount.

An
Review №87

Good service, detailed invoice. Clear information on additional needs for vehicle. Thank you!

Ma
Review №88

Virtu Studio, LLCBest truck tires I ever owned - specifically to easily get up the hill to our house in snow & ice!!Service Dept is superior! Tire rotation & oil change all at once with a short wait.Mechanics also look over my truck each time & note observations. Saved me slot of trouble a time or two!

Sh
Review №89

Those guys are always so helpful and go out of their way to assist you. They do their best to explain your options and find you the best options for what you can afford I even heard one of them offer to drop off a customer on his way home when her car wouldnt be ready .

Ke
Review №90

Recently moved to Helena, so this was my first time here. I had an alignment done on my truck that was badly needing it. This shop fit me in right away and did an awesome job! Excellent customer service! Thanks!

Jo
Review №91

Great service, will definitely be returning. Very polite and got me in right away before I had to head out of town!

To
Review №92

Always Good Service. They keep my car running and driving well.

Ki
Review №93

I have been taking my cars to and buying my tires from Point S Capital City Tire for many years. I trust everyone there to treat me kindly and with respect! They listen to my concerns a nd explain things that need to be done. They are honest and dont try @ to sell me things I dont need. I recommend Point S Capital City Tire to EVERYONE without any hesitation! Love these folks! Kitty

Ke
Review №94

Excellent service and great pricing. If your looking for tires or service, look no further. These guys are great to work with.

Dr
Review №95

I will (and do) take my vehicles to this fine shop. They aim to please and are very conscientious. This business is an example that we all could follow to be the best in our own pursuits.

Ka
Review №96

Great customer service, got a good Black Friday discount! Easy to work with and professional.

Ja
Review №97

The service and customer satisfaction at Points S J&J Tire is second to non. Bob and Nick are extremely easy to deal with and eager to help. The best line of tires are always available especially for winter studded tires.

Ry
Review №98

I had a very difficult repair done on my truck. The guys at the Last Chance location are the best. They worked very hard and did an exceptional job given the difficult nature of the work. I am very pleased with how professional courteous and how they stand by their quotes even when the job goes over, as mine did. Put your trust in this shop! I am sure glad I did! Thanks again, Joel, Vern, Justin, and especially Wes.

To
Review №99

Weve been going to Capital City Tire on the Gulch for many, many years and have always had great service. In this case I was very disappointed. I was told at the counter when I dropped the truck off that it would take a little more than an hour. It was almost 3 hours by the time I paid for the service and drove away. I was on a schedule so this really put a cramp in my day. They were kind enough to give me a ride to Starbucks when I dropped the truck off, but no one ever called me to let me know it would take so long. And when I drove away I checked my gauges only to find that the oil and fuel filter gauges had not been reset back to zero so I would know when its time to change them again. A day later I drove to Salt Lake City on my way to California. Part of what I requested when I dropped my truck off for service was to top of the DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fuel). Before I got to SLC I got a message on my dash saying I only had 20% left of DEF. Obviously, the DEF was not topped off.

Jo
Review №100

My headlight adjustment issue was addressed in a timely fashion. Mechanic also pointed out that one bulb was weaker than the other...good to know!

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  • Address:715 N Last Chance Gulch, Helena, MT 59601, United States
  • Site:https://pointstire.com/capital
  • Phone:+1 406-442-9300
Categories
  • Tire shop
  • Auto repair shop
  • Brake shop
  • Oil change service
  • Wheel alignment service
Working hours
  • Monday:7:30am–5:30pm
  • Tuesday:7:30am–5:30pm
  • Wednesday:7:30am–5:30pm
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:7:30am–5:30pm
  • Sunday:7:30am–5:30pm
Service options
  • In-store shopping:Yes
  • Same-day delivery:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
  • Toilets:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
Payments
  • Cheques:Yes
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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