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Calabash NAPA Auto Care Center

Auto repair shop · Calabash, NC · reviewed since 2014

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%65+35.5Reliability 24%54+13.1Value 14%82+11.6Replies to reviews 7%78+5.5Craft & service penalty80−2Momentum penalty70−3Experts Score= 61Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.61SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#865 of 899 auto repair shopsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 4%
4.7 ★★★★★ 392 Google reviews · 15 photos
84%five-star reviews
4.47★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
8%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
70%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Calabash NAPA Auto Care Center at a glance

Customers frequently praise the shop for efficient repairs, transparent pricing, and friendly communication, noting that staff often resolve issues quickly without unnecessary upsells. Services mentioned include battery replacements, brake work, oil changes, and diagnostic checks for electrical problems. However, some reviewers report negative experiences involving long wait times for simple services, perceived overpricing for specific parts, and instances where staff were unaccommodating to walk-ins or failed to address stated vehicle concerns.

  • Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 392 reviews (84% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 392 Google reviews (297 with written comments, 4 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 70% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 31, 2026.
  • Service: Auto Repair Shop serving Calabash, North Carolina.

Data from Google, last updated November 6, 2026.

Score profile vs other auto repair shops

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and craft & service; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction65Reliability54Craft & service80Value82Momentum70Replies to reviews78Satisfaction: 65 (median 88)Reliability: 54 (median 85)Craft & service: 80 (median 99)Value: 82 (median 100)Momentum: 70 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 78 (median 59)
This companyAuto Repair Shops median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Calabash NAPA Auto Care Center: 65/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.B
65
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Calabash NAPA Auto Care Center: 54/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.C
54
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Calabash NAPA Auto Care Center: 80/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
80
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Calabash NAPA Auto Care Center: 82/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
82
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Calabash NAPA Auto Care Center: 70/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.B
70
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Calabash NAPA Auto Care Center: 78/100 on this factor. Category median: 59.B
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Star ratings

392 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars33184%
  • 4 stars318%
  • 3 stars62%
  • 2 stars41%
  • 1 star205%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 297 written reviews

  • Praise40695%
  • Complaints215%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price1030%
  • Reasonable1958%
  • Overpriced26%
  • Not sure26%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude12930%
  • Speed & response7518%
  • Quality & results7217%
  • Price & value5713%
  • Honesty & trust5212%
  • Would recommend287%
  • Communication143%

What customers talk about

We read 297 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Kyle was incredibly helpful when making the appointment.”
    “Rude, as a gentleman stood over me like " I insulted his mother".”
  • “You helped us immediately and replaced the battery.”
    “that they would have to 'rush through my work' because I was late.”
  • “Reliable technicians doing an excellent job of repair and maintenance.”
    “guess you like showing everyone how incompetent you run your business so I will go into detail.”
  • “Napa is always reasonable in pricing their parts and labor.”
    “Feel it was overpriced for windows motor replacement”
  • “My car has 140,000 pleasant, reliable transportation thanks to the excellent team a NAPA.”
  • “I recommend Calabash NAPA to anyone in need of vehicle service!”
    “Stay away people.”
  • “They take time to explain repairs necessary and time needed to resolve the diagnosed problem.”
    “So we paid $120 to have some diagnostics done regarding the maintenance light which turned up nothing, and the tire pressure light was ignored.”

People customers mention

  • Joe 13 reviews
  • Kelly 8 reviews
  • Amanda 4 reviews
  • Chris 4 reviews
  • Beach 4 reviews
  • John 4 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Calabash NAPA Auto Care Center for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Norma9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

I would not go anywhere else. They fixed things the dealer got wrong. Honest and caring.

Great priceTires
Mike8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

My vehicle is still there. I bought it there for an emergency evacuation. The technician seems to think the fuel pump needs to be replaced.

Not sureAuto engine diagnostic
MikeLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★

I went in for an oil change and an electrical issue...was charge $125 for the oil change; however, no one offer to check my electrical problem. I kind of understand because the issue is intermittent and I didn't have any error codes, but guess I expected someone to offer to take a look at it (bad belt? alternator?).…

OverpricedElectrical repairOil change
Vicki2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 months ago★★★★★

As usual friendly and professional service. My brake/backup lights would not go off. They were on all night. I rode down to Napa with the hope a simple fix or make appt. to come in. Joe knew the problem right at my explanation and he put me in and out within 45 min. with that problem. They just do helpful things like that if they can.

Reasonable priceElectrical repair
ElizabethLocal Guide · 49 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Went there today for an oil change. Jiffy lube in N. MYRTLE did one 3 days ago and over filled my car. I decided to start over then drain excess. Chris at Napa checked everything out. Hopefully good to go NOW.

Reasonable priceAuto engine diagnosticOil change
Amanda6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

I was down visiting my mom and of course my brakes started grinding as I pulled into town. I called Napa and was able to get an appointment quickly. Kyle was incredibly helpful when making the appointment. My car was serviced and out the door quickly so I could get back in the road. It feels like a new car. Amanda…

Great priceBrakesOil change

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Customer reviews

4.7 ★★★★★ 392 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Clare Pazona6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Clare has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Reliable, courteous, efficient

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Tires, General repairs & maintenance
Susan Cmar2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Susan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great service! Joe is the best! Saved us alot of $! Fixed the problem!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Electrical repair, Service not listed
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

We're glad you enjoyed the service!

Norma Autry9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Norma has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I would not go anywhere else. They fixed things the dealer got wrong. Honest and caring.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Tires
Mike Mason6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mike has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We are very happy. You helped us immediately and replaced the battery.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Battery
Darrel Sourwine1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Darrel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

fast and excellent service

Response from the owner · 3 years ago

Thank you for your nice review!

Tori Humphrey4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tori has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Always great service.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Tires, General repairs & maintenance, Air conditioning, Oil change
Response from the owner · a year ago

Thank you for the 5-star review!

Mike Arnone8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mike has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

My vehicle is still there. I bought it there for an emergency evacuation. The technician seems to think the fuel pump needs to be replaced.

  • Price assessment: Not sure
  • Services: Auto engine diagnostic
Jerry Campbell6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jerry has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great Service every time

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: General repairs & maintenance
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a wonderful review!

Ken Wensel2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ken has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Awesome as ALWAYS!!!!!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Tire rotations, Oil change
Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thanks for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review!

Mike McArdleLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mike has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I went in for an oil change and an electrical issue...was charge $125 for the oil change; however, no one offer to check my electrical problem. I kind of understand because the issue is intermittent and I didn't have any error codes, but guess I expected someone to offer to take a look at it (bad belt? alternator?). All I got was, if it happens again, bring it back. Probably won't be back...sorry guys. My concern is that if/when it happens again, it may leave me stranded somewhere!

  • Price assessment: Overpriced
  • Services: Electrical repair, Oil change
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

We appreciate your feedback. Your particular vehicle requires full synthetic oil along with removing a large skid plate to complete the engine oil and filter change therefore there is some extra labor added as indicated on your invoice. We did inspect your serpentine belt that service is listed your inspection paperwork you received as well. No charging system (alternator) issue was indicated by the vehicle monitoring system. If the electrical problem persists, we recommend scheduling an appointment for electrical diagnostics in advance.

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