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Valvoline Instant Oil Change

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(274 reviews)
Review highlights

"… experience at this location. However this last experience was the best ever! Great customer service, quick service and kind and friendly techs! It is freezing outside and …"

"Excellent service very professional and very thorough,great staff"

"Great experience, good people, definitely worth the wait."


Overview

Categories

Oil change service, Auto air conditioning service


Hours

Sunday

8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Monday

8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Tuesday

8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Wednesday

8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Thursday

8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Friday

8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Saturday

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM


Description

For nearly 40 years, Valvoline Instant Oil Change℠ is the Quick, Easy, Trusted name in preventive vehicle maintenance for all types of vehicles. From 15-minute, stay-in-your-car oil changes to a wide range of maintenance solutions, we take the worry out of vehicle care in Charlottesville.


Reviews (32)

Feb 02, 2025

The team is always polite, always helpful and courteous.


Jan 31, 2025

Excellent service


Jan 31, 2025

Friendly service from the staff. Good explanation of available services. I didn't feel pressured to buy anything I didn't want to. Short wait time, reasonably priced. It felt like the crew was all on the same page.


Jan 31, 2025

I always have a good experience at this location. However this last experience was the best ever! Great customer service, quick service and kind and friendly techs! It is freezing outside and these guys even offered addition help with air in my tire since the weather has been so cold. Thank you!


Jan 24, 2025

These guys are very professional, knowledgeable and hard working. I'm glad I had an with my previous oil change company. I was missing out on convenience, saving more money and a few laughs all while sitting in my car. Thank you guys at Cville Valvoline. Y'all make life for this single momma a little less stressful.


Jan 24, 2025

This being my inaugural visit, I must say it was an exceptionally positive experience. Initially, I arrived solely for an oil change, but while waiting, I noticed the customer ahead of me was having their headlights replaced. This prompted me to remember that I had a part in my vehicle that required motherboard replacement. The staff were more than willing to assist me with this task and even pointed out that I had another bulb out on the opposite side, which they promptly replaced as well. The professionalism and helpfulness exhibited by the team were commendable. CJ efficiently handled my oil change, while Dean took charge of the lighting repairs, as well as the associated paperwork and payment. Overall, a seamless and satisfactory experience! Thank you! Highly recommend!


Jan 24, 2025

Great service with clear and straight forward guidance on my vehicle. Employees were very kind!


Jan 24, 2025

They are always quick here and super nice and respectful. They also give 15%military discount where most places only give 10%.


Jan 17, 2025

Hey man they went over and above for me stay an hour later to help me out. I really recommend this shop great place. Shout out to Devon and Trey


Jan 17, 2025

The crew there communicated well. The were quick and courteous! I was very happy with my service.


Jan 07, 2025

A quick, efficient, professional and good value oil change. Tre was clear and open about the service, and Glenn was quick, efficient and courteous at the change. Onto ramp to pulling out was 11 minutes, very happy customer.


Jan 07, 2025

Always friendly and quick


Jan 07, 2025

Been here a few times times for tire pressure check and just a general check of all the cars fluids. The team is always helpful and informative


Jan 07, 2025

Dean the manager was phenomenal and miles did a great job all around! Highly recommend ask for Dean if you need assistance.


Jan 07, 2025

Dean, Christian, and the entire crew are great. Quick, easy, efficient and they’re not pushy at all. HIGHLY recommend.


Jan 07, 2025

Despite being extremely busy, the staff was courteous & helpful. The manager (John) handled the crowd well & took time to explain my options & help me find coupons.


Jan 07, 2025

Great setup - efficient, quick, pleasant staff.


Jan 07, 2025

I have never had a bad experience! The staff are so kind and helpful-even as closing hour approaches. They are fast and efficient and make it a great experience each time.


Jan 07, 2025

I was shocked at how much attention was paid to my vehicle and it lightened my stress knowing the team was so prepared to check over my vehicle for me to ensure it’s running great! I will be back!


Jan 07, 2025

Ok service wrong mileage on sticker didn’t replace and asked three times for maintenance code to be reset.


Jan 07, 2025

Staff at this location in Charlottesville are great. Super thorough and always willing to answer questions. Everyone is always pleasant and seem to be having a good time. Fast service. Love coming here.


Jan 07, 2025

The staff at this location is just top notch. Glenn, Jordan, and Dean helped me get my tires rotated and oil changed. They were truly so kind and went out of their way to make the process fun, quick, and enjoyable.


Jan 07, 2025

The staff was excellent, John the manager was exceptional


Jan 07, 2025

The technicians at the Valvoline on Gander Drive are always fast, professional, and courteous. Today I had Deven (and Jordan, I think) helping me out. They addressed all of my concerns, changed my oil, made sure my tire pressure was on point,, and topped off my fluids. Deven made relevant recommendations about additional services I should consider, given my tendency to drive until my gas light comes on, lol! Highly recommend! Thank you Deven!


Jan 07, 2025

This place used to be great, but the past few times I’ve been there have taken forever. If you do go, assume an hour and 15 minutes minimum to get your oil changed.


Jan 07, 2025

Very good staff and great service


Dec 07, 2024

Great service!!


Dec 07, 2024

The guys working at this Valvoline are always great- they do a good job, are pleasant and fun to chat with, get people through quickly even when it's backed up, and just overall make it a great experience (well, as good as an oil change can be). Prices are good and about on par with other local shops, very fair if you have a coupon. Thanks yall!


Dec 07, 2024

Update 11/19/2024 After my last visit for an oil change, I happened to look under the hood, and notice 1) all the plastic pieces that hold the sound insulation panel to the motor had been removed and not replaced 2) the top to the radiator overflow was missing. I know there were removed by Valvoline as I always check under the hood after I have some service. I called Valvoline and was assured by one of the employees that the top would be ordered, and he said they always removed the plastic pieces as they were a nuisance. I did not hear anything back for a couple of weeks, and went by to visit. The manager was there, and she said they would order the top. I ended up by the piece from the dealership, which was $37. To their credit they did end up calling, but it was too late I had already replaced the top. I have some of the plastic connectors as you can get a sack of 100 for about $5 from ebay, but I do not think they are a nuisance - they are there for a reason. Previously I would have recommended taking your car there and recommending it for any family member, ie new driver, etc. with no concerns, but I would advise caution now, and certainly check your car before and after the visit for missing parts. Honest shop with fair prices.


Dec 07, 2024

Updated review: I just took my other daughter's car in for an oil and transmission fluid change. They were backed up so it took me almost an hour to wait in line. Once I did get to the front, supposedly an inspection took place of the headlights but later that afternoon, I discovered that one of those lights was out. According to my daughter, it had been out for at least the past week. They were unable to do the transmission fluid change because they were out of fluids and didn't have enough to do the work. Finally, I received a hard sell on a half dozen other services, all of which I declined. While I have been very happy with services in the past at this and other locations, I will not be returning. Three stars based on past visits but 1 (if that) on this one. Carlos was one of the best techs we've encountered, helping my daughter who came for her very first oil change. The car's records were all in the system, despite previous service taking place in a different state. Easy in, easy out for an oil change, 2 replacement air filters, tire rotation, and an a/c diagnosis. Thanks for an easy service!


Nov 07, 2024

Always good service


Nov 07, 2024

Excellent customer service! Highly recommend!