Cottman Transmission and Total Auto Care

Jan 31, 2025

These folks are fantastic. Came in for a service after another mechanic claimed I needed 2K worth of work; they fixed the problem for less than $100 in less than an hour. These guys are fast, competent and above all, HONEST. Couldn't recommend more highly.

Jan 17, 2025

When my husband and I relocated to the RVA in 2016, we had to go through the typical process of finding all new service providers. We discovered Cottman after being raked over the coals several times, and we haven't turned back since! Stan and his group are fantastic, trustworthy, and all-around wonderful people! We have complete faith in Stan and will not take our automobile anywhere else!

Jan 07, 2025

The owner, Stan, is so personable and knowledgeable. Great customer service from him and his staff. After having a rebuilt transmission done, I went to Cottman’s to have it rechecked because the other shop was very incompetent. I did not tell Stan upfront Cottman’s gives free diagnostics which is great! They checked my car and found it 3 quarts low and fluid everywhere under the hood! They found the leak and repaired it. Thank you Stan and Cottman’s!

Nov 07, 2024

Knowledgeable and got it done, even worked with my warranty company. Will definitely recommend. Thank you Stan and Chase

Oct 07, 2024

Hi, just wanted to share our experience with this shop. Jeep broke down on way to South Carolina. They got us back on road the very next morning. Many Blessings to all.

Sep 07, 2024

Exceptional service. Did what they said and kept me informed. Dealt with my extended car warranty. Highly recommend.

Sep 07, 2024

I have used them in the past to install a transmission cooler. Their service then was absolutely phenomenal! I had some issues with my computer showing a transmission error module recently and went back. I cannot express enough my gratitude towards their service and their kindness and their willingness to work with me and go above and beyond. Highly recommend this place

Aug 07, 2024

VERY HONEST PEOPLE . Very hard to find someone who is honest now a days . I would recommend this place to family and friends! Family ran shop , can’t beat it !

Jul 07, 2024

Haven’t had my trans daughters be yet but the owner answered after hours and directed me what to do in the mean time.

Jul 07, 2024

I went in 6/19/24 to have transmission check due to another auto shop saying the transmission was not shifting correctly… had an appointment first thing the next morning (6/19) and the service was great…Stan the owner was extremely patient with me and could sense I was a little nervous about my SUV…he answered all the questions I had and even looked up the questions he didn’t know the answers to. I will definitely be taking my car back because I felt the sincerity coming from him… I don’t know what other service he does, but I’m sure to call him again….he did not charge me to recalibrate my car codes…. Thank you Mr Stan ….Suga Plm

Jul 07, 2024

The best place to go for any of your service needs.., I first used them when I needed a transmission replacement which was supposed to be covered under warranty with a company known as Warranties Direct also owned and operated by Interstate Bankers based in Georgia.., Stan informed me as per the information in the warranty that a company inspector would be out to inspect the transmission for replacement and after weeks and countless calls and unreturned phone calls no one showed from this company and I had to get the State corporation commission Involved to get my premiums returned back to me and cancel this worthless piece of paper in my files. The trans got fixed and me and Stan have been business 2015

Jun 07, 2024

I had an awesome experience here! I didn’t know you could still find good people in the repair shop. Honest and friendly place. I highly recommend them. Don’t expect a red carpet just a fair price and excellent service.

Jun 07, 2024

Never heard of rebuilding a transmission & not replacing the torque converter. Did it to me.

Jun 07, 2024

Exceptional service and very knowledgeable mechanics. Very trustworthy and I bring all of my vehicles there for reliable and dependable workmanship!

May 07, 2024

Gave me a bad diagnosis about my car

Mar 07, 2024

The absolute best!

Feb 07, 2024

Fast work. Great analysis and price.

Feb 07, 2024

From the owner & his son down to the mechanics you feel like your getting good treatment and service on your vehicle. They also keep you updated on any other issues that they've come across! Highly recommend them!

Feb 07, 2024

Great

Feb 07, 2024

I took my car here to see if I actually had transmission problems. As I entered I was seen coming in but ignored. I saw a mechanic standing across the floor from me on the work floor staring at me as he blew his nose onto the floor and he then wiped his nose with his hand and sleeve. Another gentleman drove my car and came back to say my transmission was bad and it would cost $5000 to fix. I left to get a second opinion from another transmission shop only to find out I had a misfire on cylinder 8.... Not sure why they tried to get me for my whole check but I was very disappointed. At the time of my visit, two people came in to bring their car back because they needed to correct a problem that they had caused .. YOU'VE BEEN WARNED ‼️

Feb 07, 2024

Nobody looks forward to their transmission needing replaced, having repairs performed correctly and at a fair price can be a crapshoot. After reading reviews I chose Cottmans to replace the transmission in my 2016 GMC Sierra. The work was finished ahead of schedule. I did have to take my truck back the next week, not for transmission work but to have the a/c condenser replaced (I couldn't hear the transmission shift over my girlfriend complaining about the a/c not working), like the transmission work, a/c works like new. Every nut, bolt. and clip were reinstalled, you can tell the mechanic didn't rush through the job and take shortcuts. After about 2000 miles the transmission performs flawlessly as does the a/c. Only thing worse than your transmission going out would be having to go to battle with a shop that took your money and didn't stand behind their work. I feel blessed that I chose Cottmans and would definitely recommend them to anyone.

Feb 07, 2024

Stan and his team did a fantastic job trying to help with a difficult transmission repair on an older vehicle that had been improperly rebuilt by a different shop. They went to extra expense and time to try to track down everything needed to do the job right and get our vehicle back on the road and didn't ask for additional reimbursement for it. I had a great experience with these folks and can't provide a stronger recommendation for their service. Fantastic!

Feb 07, 2024

The guys were Great !!!! Took my calls and discussed options when I needed the transmission repair. I will go back for other auto repairs as they come up !!!

Feb 07, 2024

They are very helpful

Feb 07, 2024

They were very professional and the mechanics are very knowledgeable. They really care about their customers!

Feb 07, 2024

Transparent quotes and fair pricing.

Feb 07, 2024

Very professional mechanics, they kept me in the loop throughout the repair. Open and honest.

Feb 07, 2024

Will definitely use for any future repairs. Thanks everyone! Always a pleasure!

Feb 07, 2023

Chase & the team at Cottman Transmission were amazing to work with. They gave me an affordable & competitive quote for a rebuilt transmission. Chase kept me up to speed on the work & it was done in 4 days. Highly recommend these guys. They will take care of you & make sure you're satisfied.

Feb 07, 2023

Honest and knowledgeable service and reasonable pricing. Hard to ask for more.

Feb 07, 2023

I love them they were very friendly professional and kind I would definitely recommend them and most definitely use them again

Feb 07, 2023

If you want a elegant waiting room, hot coffee, donuts & courtesy WiFi this place is not for you. If you want an honest assessment, transmission replaced/repaired & an owner/staff who stand behind their work then Cottman is the place for thee. Only reason I’m not giving 5 stairs is because of some trash/loose change left in my car. Not a huge deal because I took my car there for transmission replacement not detailing.

Feb 07, 2023

One on one interaction

Feb 07, 2023

Saved a lot of money having my car maintained at Cottman transmission. They did not try to sell me anything I did not need. and the work they did was always done right the first time. More trustworthy than the dealership and the loss leader oil change companies. I know I have added years of life to my Versa from following the Nissan's recommended maintenance schedule and by having Cottman's do the work. I would continue to bring my car to them if I still lived in Virginia but I moved to Florida.

Feb 07, 2023

They tried overcharging every service the service they perform for me.