How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%83+45.3Reliability 24%76+18.4Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%87+6.2Craft & service penalty94−0.6Experts Score= 83Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.83SCOREAC Automotive Inc
Hartford, CT · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #76Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 148 auto repair shops · 4.8★ from 402 Google reviews
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Customers hired AC Automotive Inc for 7 kinds of job.
AC Automotive Inc for body & trim
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Very helpful, explained everything quickly and happy to help. Front desk was helpful with my schedule. Very happy with the work as well. Great job.
I remembered A.C. Automotive from a previous accident my wife got into 7 years ago- because they were fantastic and do amazing work. So when I was struck by a vehicle in October of 2025 they were my first and only choice. And guess what? They are still the best and do amazing work! You will not go wrong trusting they will take care of you. Thanks Nicole!!
I’ve been a customer of AC Auto for 40 years. They have been consistently reliable, honest and on time with all repairs performed for me. I highly recommend this business without reservation.
Great service once again. Thanks!
Went to pick up my car almost a week after it was quoted to be ready on 11/19 and they refused to give it to us because of a decal on the car. I told them I do not care about the decal and tried to pick it up anyways. Meanwhile I have incurred $800 in rental car costs at my own expense. I literally only used this…
AC Automotive was easy to work with for our autobody work after an accident. First step was to make an appointment to get the car assessed followed by making an appointment to drop off and leave the car. They work seemlessly with Enterprise for car rentals. The make the call for Enterprise to pick you up while you…
Any issue I've always brought my vehicle here. They do amazing work. They kept me well informed. Fast efficient service.
AC Automotive has been my go-to for auto body work for years. I appreciate always being treated like a hometown customer. I recently brought my newish car in for some work and left smiling because the exterior was flawless. Nicole at the desk problem-solved an issue with my insurance in a matter of minutes, as well. Thanks Aldo and Guy!
They always do an outstanding job. Have had nothing but positive experiences using AC Automotive over the years.
It was an easy and wonderful experience from start to finish! AC took care of everything and certainly went the extra “mile”!!
Timely service, car was ready sooner than expected and they returned or cleaner than it was when dropped off. Thank you!!
Needed to have the passenger side electric mirror and the right front fender mirror replacements and painted and all that goes with it down to a thousand tiny parts and clips. Getting the estimate was quick and painless. Had to wait a couple of months to get into the schedule. Then, as with any high volume consumer…
Great service. Efficient working with the insurance company. There is a reason they have a wait and well worth it.
Excellent service and very friendly staff. The work was performed as promised (time and quality)
Great experience . Professional staff and very impressed with the quality of work. I would highly recommend them.
My accident was on March 22 and I wasn’t able to bring my car in until June 5th. It was at the shop until June 23rd, but they did an outstanding job on repairs and the people I dealt with were all professional and accommodating. It almost looks like a new car! They also touched up a few minor scratches that we…
I was happy with the results on my car.
They did an excellent job. I will definitely use again.
Although it took a while due to supply chain issues, they were attentive to my inquires and did nice work on my car.
The repairs were completed seamlessly. My car looks like new!
They did a great job replacing both driver side doors and trim. The paint job is PERFECT! They do such a great job and are so busy, it takes a while to get an appointment for vehicle to get into shop for repair. To my surprise (and delight) my vehicle’s interior had been completely cleaned and sanitized and there…
My car was repaired perfectly. I am completely satisfied.
AC Automotive’s entire operation is first class from start to finish. Thrilled with the entire process. Car looks good as new!!
When my car was whipped by falling power lines on route 95–they were not live—I couldn’t believe the damage! AC was recommended to us. They replaced 72 parts and painted the damaged areas. My 2011 Rav 4 looks like new. Exceptional job! I wish I could say the same for Travelers Insurance—they rated an “F” on all fronts.
Second time bringing my car here and both times satisfied! You guys are awesome!
Everyone is fantastic at AC Automotive. From Nicole at the front desk to the guys in the back who do the best quality of work to fix your car. I highly recommend them for all your autobody needs.
Awesome customer service and exceeded expectations with timeliness and cleanliness would never take my car anywhere else
Professional, communicate. They did a great job
Always a positive experience when using AC Automotive
I am very thankful for the job done in my vehicle, I will strongly recommend AC Automotive to anyone, they are the best in town, I have been there before in different years and always they have been very efficient and professional
Best place, dependable and quick turnaround
Great work and even better customer service!
Highly recommend !’AC Automotive. Aldo, Nicole and the rest of the crew do an amazing job. Everyone is very friendly and go above and beyond. Brought my car here after I got hit. My car came back perfect! And so clean!!
AC Automotive handled my repair wonderfully. There were easy to work with. They dealt directly with my insurance and kept me informed regularly on the status of my car. Final note, my car looks fantastic- good as new! I highly recommend AC Automotive!!!
They left my spoiler in the passenger seat, left their trash in my trunk, left some type of dusty tan material all over the seats, unplugged my tail lights even though they were working, and left other parts they didn't want to put back on in a box and used duct tape to hold my fenders on. I was appalled at how terribly my car was treated.
Exccellent service Will recommend to family.
I want to write this before I forget. I grew up in Newington but have been a Colorado resident for 7 or so years. I'm in town visiting family and, of course, put a 4-5 inch scratch on the front driver side corner of my literal brand new car. I was SO bummed out, but my step father recommended this business to me…
Fantastic experience! Car was ready early just in time for the weekend.
I am a repeat customer. They are very professional with excellent customer service.
Great service, buffed out scratches on my car. Very satisfied with the work completed.
AC was fantastic to work with, professional, dealt with insurance directly, responsive and up front with all the details. They did a great job with the repairs and got them done in very timely fashion. Would highly recommend.
This is the third time I have used AC Automotive and they again did an amazing job! Fantastic customer service and my car was finished ahead of schedule
Friendly team, got the job done near budget and schedule. Very satisfied.
I left my car to be fixed (it needed a part to be replaced). It was fixed in two days. I highly appreciate your support. You did a great job. Thanks.
I came in for fender-bender repair, including replacement of trailer hitch. Great service, friendly staff. Repair took a long time because of supply chain issues, but staff communicated and provided updates. Also took time to explain how new trailer hitch would look, quality compared to the previous one, etc.
Very nice very professional
Thank you, A-C Automotive, for the great job you did on my van. Look like new!!!! I have been coming to this place for more than 20 years, and Aldo and Guy always treat me with respect and honesty. They even washed the car and cleaned the inside better than any car wash service. 😁 Thank you. Wilson
AC Automotive was amazing to work with! From dealing with the insurance company to constantly keeping me informed of the status of my car to doing such amazing work on fixing my car I would recommend them over and over again!
They did a very good job on the repair, cleaned the interior and exterior of my car really well and left me a goody bag. My only drawback is they had my car for 3 weeks and Did not set my expectations for this. But, as a whole, I would definitely recommend them.
I have shopped around and wouldn't take my cars anyplace else. Best service and work is flawless. Prices are unbeatable too.
Professional service and awesome results!
Very professional, very friendly, My car doesn’t even look like it went in to a body shop, also detail the car wasn’t expecting that very very pleased
I used AC auto because they were around the corner from where I work and they were a partner with my insurance company. I was originally scheduled to go in in Jan 2022. Due to backlog I ended up getting pushed into February. The complete repair took almost two months due what I’m told we’re issues getting the…
Everyone was so polite, friendly and knowledgeable! A seamless transition from West Hartford office to New Britain location. Repairs are perfect, the little extras including full detailing and a gift bag added to the excellent experience!
Good customer service in terms of proactively providing a couple of updates, but took so long as to be absurd (minor accident Dec. 11, they first saw it around Dec. 12, and I couldn't drop car off until Feb. 1; then repair took well over one month after drop-off.). Took at least two weeks after drop-off for them to…
Competitive quote to replace the reveal molding on my BMW. They had a charging station and free Wi-Fi to use while I waited.
Efficient, thorough, knowledgeable, AC offers a friendly environment as well.
I only had a mirror replaced but the service was really fast, and the team at AC was very friendly. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Excellent quality work, staff and results!
My driver side car door was damaged and needed to be replaced. AC Automotive was a recommendation from my insurance company and was local. Due to a backlog of work it was going to take 5 weeks to repair. I drove a rental during that time and thought driving a newer car would cause me to want to trade in my 2013…
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| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Body & Trim | 152 | — |
| Painting | 79 | — |
| Welding | 11 | — |
| Tires | 7 | — |
| Auto engine diagnostic | 5 | — |
| Electrical | 4 | — |
| Steering & suspension repair | 4 | — |