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%97+52.9Reliability 24%99+24Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%57+4Experts Score= 95Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.95SCORESouth Elm Automotive
Manchester, NH · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #41Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 218 auto repair shops · 5.0★ from 298 Google reviews
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Customers hired South Elm Automotive for 8 kinds of job.
South Elm Automotive for general repairs & maintenance
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Professional, Kevin explained what needed to be done ( and what didn’t).
By far the most honest shop i have been to. I will not be going anywhere else.
Quick, excellent service! They let me know what the issue was with a sensor, told me it would be a quick fix, did the job and it was resolved! Awesome crew!
No more check engine light! My suv is running beautifully now. Much appreciated.
I have been going to South elm automotive for over 20 years Always a great experience Outstanding establishment
Excellent service
Great independent repair shop! I use them for European and domestic maintenance and repairs, always prompt and professional. Great work at fair prices with OEM parts. Highly recommend
Excellent service! Online scheduling worked great also. Diagnosed my car’s issue by listening alone when other mechanics were stumped!
Great service at a fair price!
Best garage in town! Been going there for years. Very VERY trustworthy. Kevin treats everyone like they’re family.
Been using South Elm Auto as our mechanic and have had nothing but good results from the repairs done on our two cars. The work is always done on our vehicles has always been done in a timely manner.
Great service, fair prices and no upsell tactics. I trust them with all my vehicles. And they're my go-to place for tires too..
Great service. Great communication. Highly recommend.
I love this place. As a female who doesn't know much about cars, there have been repair shops in the past that have tried to rake me over the coals. I am so thankful that I have found honest folks who really enjoy cars. True Car Guys. Like old school. They Love what they do and it shows. I have been going there for…
Folks, if you are in need of any type of auto repair or service please call Kevin and his team at South Elm Auto. Great service. Reasonable price. Loaner available if needed. Been taking both of our cars there for years.
Mr. Lawler and Co. know their stuff!
This shop was recommended to me as the place to go to get work done on my Volvo. Kevin (owner) and his technicians are very knowledgeable and experienced with Volvo’s. My car is older with high mileage and Kevin was able to give me the information I needed to make an informed decision on how to proceed. I had them…
Words can’t capture how happy I am tho have found Artisan Automotive to work on my Land Rover Defender. Shawn and the team did a fantastic job. They are genuinely nice people, do excellent work, communicated clearly and honestly and went out of their way to take care of my Defender. I brought the truck in to fix…
Best auto garage in town! They treat you very personally and certainly would never take at advantage.
Friendly service and gave me loaner car to get to and from work. They make it easy! Highly recommend!
Can not say enough about these guys!! You can’t get a better shop!! They do it right first time always!!
Best automotive shop in South Central New Hampshire their whole team is very professional and doesn't excellent job I would recommend them highly
Always treated me good I've been drinking my car there for four and a half years they're not the type of guys who want to just get over on you they keep it real
Attention to detail and fair prices, I wouldn’t go anywhere else!
I have been going to South Elm Automotive for twenty years and have nothing but praise for their honesty, friendliness, fair prices, quick turnaround and a willingness to do anything they can to fit in an emergency now and then. Great shop. I 100% recommend!
Recommended by a friend. Fast, courteous service. Will be bringing my Volvo back again and again. Thanks Guys.
I won't take my classic Land Rover Defender anywhere else. Sean and his guys are the best. They are thorough and fair. Sean knows more about these trucks than any other mechanic I've been to. There's a reason people ship their trucks to him from all over the US...
Went to S Elm Automotive for the first time as it came highly recommended by a friend/neighbor. They addressed what I thought would be serious issue with my car promptly .. they got my car evaluated the same day I called and took care of the issue immediately despite the fact they were extremely busy. Great…
Super friendly and they know their stuff. Fairly priced as well!
Fast, professional service...I recommend
Been going there for years - good people & good service.
They are amazing! I would not bring my cars anywhere else. Fair, reasonable, and trustworthy.
As always, the South Elm team came thru with quality and timely work. Great job sourcing and replacing the mirror.
Kevin at South Elm Automotive as well as everyone else are wonderful.Everyone is very professional and honest, and anytime I’ve had an issue with my car, they have always done their best to get my car in as soon as possible. My family and I have gone to this mechanic for years, even before the new owners. The new…
I had a seal that could have caused major problems, my service car light was on. Although they had nearly 2 week wait period for appointments, a cancellation occurred and they took me right away. I was so worried, but they resolved the problem and it was a reasonable price, not an arm and a leg. Great service, great…
Very positive experience! I have a late model Land Rover and the good gentlemen at South Elm Automotive took exceptional care of my vehicle, and did not charge the astronomical prices that the dealer charges for general maintenance. Further, they are Land Rover enthusiasts and are extremely knowledgeable. I have…
This is my go to place. I would not take my car anywhere else. The owners and staff are friendly and helpful. They always explain any repairs needed so that I fully understand what needs to be done and why. If you need work done on your car, give them a call. You won't be disappointed.
This was a good experience getting car fixed, honest people. I would advise anyone needing honest repairs to go here!
Been with them for years, I trust them!!
Highly recommend Kevin of S. Elm Auto & their team. Quick, thorough with utmost quality and integrity. It is a relief to know I will always receive excellent response and service for our Volvos. Personal service at its best here.
Fast, professional service at competitive price, second time going there, will definitely use again!
Sean and Kevin are courteous, professional and friendly. Their work is always beyond reproach. This is the only place my wife and I take our Volvos for service
I trust that they will always be honest and do a great job and they live up to that trust. To me that is huge and I greatly appreciate that.
Very good for Volvo repair!
Best people, best service, best place around!
Professional operation. Accurate estimates, on time repairs, and never upsells.
Kevin, Sean, Jeff, Colby and Don always provide professional service at a reasonable rate. I have an older model Mercedes Benz E500 they have serviced for years. Very happy to recommend South Elm Automotive to anyone.
I have brought my vehicles and my Dad's vehicles, Volvos and a Chevy Silverado to South Elm Street for state inspections and various repairs for exhaust work, check engine light and brake work. I have been very satisfied with my experience working with Kevin and Sean. They run a very professional shop with fair…
Great shop! Kevin and Sean are great to work with. They are honest, trustworthy and very helpful. They do good work and keep the customer-well informed. I highly recommend South Elm Automotive.
These wonderful honest people have taken care of my vehicles for many years. They are experienced and excellent. It’s so hard to find people you can trust. I am so grateful to them for taking care of my vehicles and my family’s. Including a 1976 Ford Bronco!
Everybody here is super knowledgeable and knows what they are talking about. They are super nice and happen to be very fair with pricing. If you need your car looked after, go here. I doubt you will be disappointed.
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| General repairs & maintenance | 62 | — |
| Oil change | 52 | — |
| Vehicle Inspection | 28 | — |
| Brakes | 27 | — |
| Tires | 22 | — |
| Tire rotations | 20 | — |
| Vehicle safety inspection | 20 | — |
| Air & cabin filter replacement | 14 | — |
