Dave's Ultimate Automotive

I was extremely excited to see a Dave's Ultimate Automotive open in south Austin. I live south, but for years I've been making the trip up north to the original location. Why? Because, without fail, I always received straightforward and honest advice and the best quality care and service I've ever experienced. Now, that there's a Dave's south, it's the best of both worlds. Top notch service and a convenient location. Speaking of convenience, Dave's also has a shuttle service and offers discounts for scheduling in advance on its Web site. Dave's puts customer service and quality care first. I HIGHLY recommend it. Pros: Honest advice, top-quality work Cons: None more

I've lived south of the river & worked downtown for 10 years & the entire time, I've driven to Dave's shop on Howard Lane. An honest mechanic is hard to find & when you do, you'll drive to North Austin. My co-workers go to Dave's shop for their maintenance, from my recommendations, it's worth it. If a repair isn't immediately necessary, they'll tell you what needs to get done now & what can wait. Dave's shop has kept my '96 Pathfinder running smoothly for over 145,000 miles & I plan to go another 100K. With Dave's help, I won't be a problem! Schedule work in advance online, AWESOME! Coupons online, BONUS! I can't say enough about these guys, THEY ARE FAMILY THAT WILL TREAT YOU RIGHT. Go you'll see first hand & recommend them to others as well. Pros: Honest mechanics you can trust, need I say more? Cons: None, there are now two locations North & South so there's no long drive in traffic. more

I've been taking my car's to Dave Ultimate Automotive up north for nearly 10 years now. I own older cars and Dave always shoots straight telling what needs to be addressed and what can wait. He always takes the time to discuss recommended repairs so even the layman can understand the issue. Dave has also added many additional services like the AutoCare Credit Card that I found helpful when I needed some extensive work done on one of my cars. more

I have been using Dave's Ultimate at its North location for years and I was very excited to see the S. Congress location open. I had my truck serviced there last week and was very pleased to find the same great treatment I have received at the North location has transferred to the South location as well. I love the fact they can work on all of my cars and I don't have to go back to the dealer and pay their huge service prices. Dave's is a good honest shop and I never feel like I am being cheated or having unnecessary repairs done. They also have shuttle service which has come in very handy when I don't have time to wait. Pros: Good Service, Honest Mechanics, Shuttle Service Cons: none more

I've had my cars serviced at Dave's north location for more than 10 years. I moved to southwest Austin 5 years ago but have continued going to Dave's on Howard Lane. I can't imagine going anywhere else because I trust Dave with my cars. They offer full repair services and preventive maintenance. If something needs fixing, they fix it. If it doesn't, they leave it alone or let you know when something should be addressed in the future. I'm glad Dave has opened a south Austin location and am happy to recommend Dave's ! Pros: Honest and Trustworthy Cons: None, now that they have a south Austin location more

I know little about the mechanical aspects of automobiles and I typically do not like having my car serviced because I feel like I am being taken advantage of and I have no knowledge to dispute the never ending recommendations posed by technicians. The local dealer charges me $200+ for an oil change and visual inspection of my European vehicle and I have to schedule the service weeks in advance. I took my vehicle to Dave's new south location last week and I received the same service for a fraction of the price. Pros: South locaiton, friendly staff and nearby eating more