Auto repair shop · Seattle, WA · reviewed since 2022
iHow 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%84+45.8Reliability 24%82+19.9Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%86+6.1Experts Score= 86Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.86SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#302 of 622 auto repair shopsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 52%
4.8★★★★★260 Google reviews · 11 photos
93%five-star reviews
4.83★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2.6%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Elite Auto Care 4.8 out of 5 based on 260 reviews, with the owner responding to 85% of feedback. Customers frequently praise the shop for punctuality, transparent communication, fair pricing, and thorough services like oil changes, inspections, and brake repairs. However, some low-star reviews criticize high labor rates, incomplete paperwork, and instances where repairs did not resolve initial issues.
Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 260 reviews (93% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 260 Google reviews (226 with written comments, 3 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 85% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 29, 2026.
Service: Auto Repair Shop serving Seattle, Washington.
Data from Google, last updated November 5, 2026.
Score profile vs other auto repair shops
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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 momentum; weakest: reliability.
Elite Auto CareAuto Repair Shops median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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.Elite Auto Care: 84/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.A
84
ReliabilityiReliability · 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.Elite Auto Care: 82/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.A
82
Craft & serviceiCraft & 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 99.–
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ValueiValue · 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.Elite Auto Care: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · 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.Elite Auto Care: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies 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.Elite Auto Care: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 57.A
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Star ratings
260 Google reviews we collected
4.8of 5
5 stars24393%
4 stars73%
3 stars21%
2 stars00%
1 star83%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 226 written reviews
98%praise
Praise46398%
Complaints92%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
96%fair
Great price4152%
Reasonable3544%
Overpriced34%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Speed & response8919%
Staff & attitude8819%
Quality & results7716%
Price & value7115%
Would recommend5812%
Honesty & trust5211%
Communication378%
What customers talk about
We read 226 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I truly appreciate the fast and professional approach the team of Elite has!”
“Paperwork was incomplete which caused delays getting active on Uber platform.”
“They've been patient with all my questions and concerns.”
“Had a great experience with Elite Auto Care, they did a major service for my 2017 GLE Mercedes, and time was quality work at a competitive price”
“The worst experience I got.”
“Beyond fair pricing and I'm a customer for life from this point forward.”
“Overpriced inspection for rideshare.”
“I would recommend this place to anyone looking for great service and customer care.”
“One of the few places for European cars to trust within oil change using the correct oil.”
“Excellent communication, thoroughness and follow-up on a pre-purchase inspection.”
People customers mention
Tyler13 reviews
Thomas11 reviews
Nicole5 reviews
John4 reviews
European3 reviews
Bellevue3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Elite Auto Care for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
JJamesLocal Guide · 129 reviewsiTotal 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 a week ago★★★★★
Awesome. Everyone was nice. I live in Tacoma braved traffic backups and car crashes all the way around me to go to the best shop in the Pacific Northwest. Drives like it is brand new.
Great priceSteering & suspension repairAuto maintenance
Kkarl6 reviewsiTotal 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 a week ago★★★★
Good reliabel Service, except you should not charge me for 9 quarts of oil when my car takes only 8.5 including the filter.
Reasonable price
AAzaziLocal Guide · 41 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Set my appointment right on time. One of the few places for European cars to trust within oil change using the correct oil. I had a light sensor issue on my dashboard and the front desk representative repeatedly. Double checked with the tech to see if my battery was still good or not. Thanks guys
Great price
TTobi10 reviewsiTotal 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 weeks ago★★★★★
The service was incredible! Beyond fair pricing and I'm a customer for life from this point forward.
Electrical repairGeneral repairs & maintenance
SSherry7 reviewsiTotal 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 weeks ago★★★★★
Elite Auto did excellent work on my vehicle. The service didn't take long and the price was great! I would recommend them. For sure.
Great priceAuto battery replacement
ZZach3 reviewsiTotal 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 weeks ago★★★★★
Elite has an excellent team. I came in with a laundry list of problems and after an assessment they gave me some options. The work was thorough and professional. I will be going back whenever the need arises.
Awesome. Everyone was nice. I live in Tacoma braved traffic backups and car crashes all the way around me to go to the best shop in the Pacific Northwest. Drives like it is brand new.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Steering & suspension repair, Auto maintenance
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karl wust6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews karl has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Good reliabel Service, except you should not charge me for 9 quarts of oil when my car takes only 8.5 including the filter.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · 9 months ago
Thank you, Karl, we appreciate your feedback and are glad you found our service reliable. We’re continuously improving and look forward to serving you again.
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Azazi YohannesLocal Guide · 41 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Azazi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Set my appointment right on time. One of the few places for European cars to trust within oil change using the correct oil. I had a light sensor issue on my dashboard and the front desk representative repeatedly. Double checked with the tech to see if my battery was still good or not. Thanks guys
Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · a week ago
Thank you Azazi for the kind review. We are glad we could get you in on time and that you trust us with your European car and the correct oil. Our front desk and technicians appreciate you noticing their extra checks on the light sensor and battery. We look forward to helping you again.
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Maggie Chang1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Maggie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Thank you so much for the kind words, Maggie. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your experience and appreciate the compliment for our team and our work. We will be sure to share this with everyone. We look forward to seeing you again.
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Tobi Shenbanjo10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Tobi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The service was incredible! Beyond fair pricing and I'm a customer for life from this point forward.
Services: Electrical repair, General repairs & maintenance
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Tobi! We’re thrilled to hear our service and pricing met your expectations, and we truly appreciate your loyalty. We look forward to serving you again.
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Sherry Collier7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Sherry has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Elite Auto did excellent work on my vehicle. The service didn't take long and the price was great! I would recommend them. For sure.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Auto battery replacement
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Thank you, Sherry, for the wonderful review. We are glad the work, speed, and price hit the mark for you. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping you again.
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Zach Youngs3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Zach has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Elite has an excellent team. I came in with a laundry list of problems and after an assessment they gave me some options. The work was thorough and professional. I will be going back whenever the need arises.
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Thank you for the kind review, Zach. We are glad our team could diagnose the issues and provide clear options. It means a lot that you found the work thorough and professional. We appreciate your trust and look forward to helping you again whenever the need arises.
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Janell Lightner1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Janell has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
They were able to get our car in quickly. They've been patient with all my questions and concerns. They gave detailed findings and seem to be straightforward and fair. They've built our trust and we plan to continue bringing in our Audi for its services.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you, Janell. We're so glad we could get your car in quickly and that our team was able to answer your questions. We're pleased the findings were clear and that you feel we are fair and straightforward. Building your trust means a lot to us, and we look forward to continuing to care for your Audi.
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Ben SmithLocal Guide · 19 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ben has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Overpriced inspection for rideshare. Go elsewhere. Paperwork was incomplete which caused delays getting active on Uber platform.
Price assessment: Overpriced
Services: Vehicle Inspection
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Ben, I’m sorry to hear you had a poor experience. We take concerns about pricing and incomplete paperwork seriously and regret the delay it caused getting you active on the Uber platform. We will review our inspection and documentation processes to prevent this from happening again. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
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Raymond Langford6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Raymond has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Excellent communication, thoroughness and follow-up on a pre-purchase inspection. Final .pdf report included pictures of every component. I wish Elite was in my area!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you, Raymond, we’re thrilled our communication, thoroughness, and photo-rich PDF report exceeded your expectations. We wish we could be in your area too; if helpful, we can provide recommendations or remote consultation options to support your pre-purchase needs. Your feedback means a lot to the team and we appreciate you taking the time to share it.