Century Automotive

Auto repair shop · Austin, TX · reviewed since 2015

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%95+51.8Reliability 24%93+22.5Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%86+6.1Experts Score= 95Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.95SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#15 of 148 auto repair shopsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 90%
4.9 ★★★★★ 180 Google reviews · 4 photos
96%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%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.
19%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Century Automotive at a glance

Customers describe Century Automotive as a trustworthy shop with knowledgeable mechanics who communicate clearly, explain repairs in understandable terms, and provide competitive pricing without unnecessary add-ons. Recurring themes include punctuality, honest assessments, and a willingness to suggest dealership visits when appropriate. The primary criticism involves a dispute over post-purchase repair costs and perceived pressure for positive feedback, though most reviewers highlight fair service and quick turnaround times.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 180 reviews (96% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 180 Google reviews (140 with written comments, 2 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 19% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 20, 2026.
  • Service: Auto Repair Shop serving Austin, Texas.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 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: craft & service and value; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction95Reliability93Craft & service100Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews86Satisfaction: 95 (median 87)Reliability: 93 (median 83)Craft & service: 100 (median 99)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 86 (median 59)
Century AutomotiveAuto 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.Century Automotive: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.A
95
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.Century Automotive: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
93
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.Century Automotive: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
100
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.Century Automotive: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Century Automotive: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Century Automotive: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 59.A
86

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Star ratings

180 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars17396%
  • 4 stars32%
  • 3 stars21%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star21%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 140 written reviews

  • Praise29297%
  • Complaints93%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price375%
  • Reasonable125%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Honesty & trust8027%
  • Price & value6622%
  • Staff & attitude4214%
  • Would recommend3712%
  • Quality & results3612%
  • Speed & response289%
  • Communication124%

What customers talk about

We read 140 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Century Automotive is an outstanding auto repair shop that I trust completely with my vehicle.”
  • “They offered a competitive price and the office staff is responsive and communicative!”
    “I've had to have several things down to my little old car and they have always came through for me with professionalism and won't overcharge!”
  • “The staff is welcoming and professional from the moment you walk in and they genuinely care about getting you safely back on the road.”
  • “Century Automotive has earned my loyalty and I recommend them wholeheartedly to anyone in need of quality automotive service in Austin.”
    “They're the best, and everyone knows it, which is why they've never gotten any review that is not 5 stars.”
  • “The work is always done thoroughly and at a very fair price with no hidden costs or unnecessary add ons.”
  • “My car was ready on time and has been running perfectly ever since.”
  • “The mechanics are highly experienced, honest and take the time to explain every issue and repair in a way that is easy to understand.”

People customers mention

  • Travis 27 reviews
  • Joe 18 reviews
  • Terry 3 reviews
  • Shan 3 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

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Recent reviews

DavidLocal Guide · 40 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 5 days ago★★★★★

The most expert mechanics and owners I have ever met. Five stars for the shop and work.

KennethLocal Guide · 55 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Really happy with the service they provided. They offered a competitive price and the office staff is responsive and communicative!

Great priceSteering & suspension repair
DavidLocal Guide · 65 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Century Automotive is an outstanding auto repair shop that I trust completely with my vehicle. The mechanics are highly experienced, honest and take the time to explain every issue and repair in a way that is easy to understand. The work is always done thoroughly and at a very fair price with no hidden costs or…

Genevieve8 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

My car shook whenever I hit the breaks, for years. I took it to other mechanics who blamed the tires. Hundreds of dollars later, I still had this issue. But after taking my car to Travis at Century Automotive, I finally got answers! Travis said that my rotors needed to be resurfaced. The work was done quickly and…

Camden3 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 year ago★★★★★

Absolutely the best mechanic I’ve ever been to, they are honest, kind, quick and do a great job. Highly highly recommend this shop.

Great priceGeneral repairs & maintenance
Jacqueline9 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 year ago★★★★★

I am honestly reluctant to review this shop because I want to keep it my own special secret. Alas they are deserving of all the praise and the business. We bring both our foreign and domestic cars here and trust them completely. They are honest, direct, and extremely knowledgeable. They will even go a step beyond…

Reasonable priceGeneral repairs & maintenanceAuto engine diagnosticBrakes

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 180 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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David S SackmaryLocal Guide · 40 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The most expert mechanics and owners I have ever met. Five stars for the shop and work.

Kenneth MLocal Guide · 55 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kenneth has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Really happy with the service they provided. They offered a competitive price and the office staff is responsive and communicative!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Steering & suspension repair
David ZimmermannLocal Guide · 65 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Century Automotive is an outstanding auto repair shop that I trust completely with my vehicle. The mechanics are highly experienced, honest and take the time to explain every issue and repair in a way that is easy to understand. The work is always done thoroughly and at a very fair price with no hidden costs or unnecessary add ons. My car was ready on time and has been running perfectly ever since. The staff is welcoming and professional from the moment you walk in and they genuinely care about getting you safely back on the road. It is incredibly rare to find an auto shop this trustworthy and reliable. Century Automotive has earned my loyalty and I recommend them wholeheartedly to anyone in need of quality automotive service in Austin.

YvesLocal Guide · 29 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Yves has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Expert repair shop with an owner who clearly loves his work. might be pricey.

Genevieve Kent8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Genevieve has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My car shook whenever I hit the breaks, for years. I took it to other mechanics who blamed the tires. Hundreds of dollars later, I still had this issue. But after taking my car to Travis at Century Automotive, I finally got answers! Travis said that my rotors needed to be resurfaced. The work was done quickly and affordably, and he even made me aware of an issue with my oil pan that I had no idea about. Now, I am wary of someone telling me about a problem they can sell me a solution for, but that wasn't his aim. He just told me some issues that might come up, because of it, and what to keep an eye out for. This is my new mechanic right here. Honest, reliable, affordable, kind!

Camden Parker3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Camden has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Absolutely the best mechanic I’ve ever been to, they are honest, kind, quick and do a great job. Highly highly recommend this shop.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: General repairs & maintenance
Jacqueline Collier9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jacqueline has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I am honestly reluctant to review this shop because I want to keep it my own special secret. Alas they are deserving of all the praise and the business. We bring both our foreign and domestic cars here and trust them completely. They are honest, direct, and extremely knowledgeable. They will even go a step beyond and suggest a dealership visit when they feel its the best option. No one enjoys having to have a car serviced, but these guys make it a pleasant experience every time.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnostic, Brakes
Katey ArringtonLocal Guide · 129 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Katey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Trustworthy and dependable!

Brock RindahlLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Brock has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Fantastic service... every time!

Scott DuBois7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Scott has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Look no further than Century Automotive for you auto repair needs. I found this place on google 8 years ago and so glad I did. Travis is incredibly honest, fair and genuine. His pricing was usually the most competitive, but that didn’t mean quality was sacrificed. What I appreciate is his willingness to give you options (if there are multiple) to fix a problem. He and his team serviced both my older cars multiple times. I never had an issue with their work or customer service. Do yourself a favor and call Travis

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