S&M Automotive Service LLC

4.8 (11 reviews)

8057 Elm Dr, Mechanicsville

Richmond, VA 00000

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About S&M Automotive Service LLC

S&M Automotive Service (Richmond area) is where young women get state inspections without the overcharge fear coming true, work trucks go from dead to ASAP, and oil leaks get found before they become small-fortune repairs. Walk-in inspections get squeezed in when the schedule allows.

Virginia safety inspections and repair. Rated 4.8 across 172 reviews.

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Customer Reviews

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Larry Parker
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We were referred to S&M Auto by our regular service shop because a transmission issue was detected. S&M diagnosed the issue, found a technical support bulletin showing this was likely a warranty repair, and was done before 8 am. They cut our diagnostic fee because they found the issue so quickly. They could have easily quoted us the full cost to repair, which could have been in the thousands. Instead, we took their diagnostic to the dealer along with the TSB and got the item repaired under warranty. We really appreciate the integrity and the quality service.

August 20, 2026 Recent
Claire Ross
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Claire Ross Verified

Great work, fair prices, very candid about necessary versus recommended work. Been coming for years and they are awesome!!

August 20, 2026 Recent
Claysen Powers
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Have been going here ever since moving to Virginia with 10/10 experiences every time!! They are always incredibly honest, attentive, and welcoming. Shout out to Daniel and Adam for being so personable!! Would definitely recommend.

August 5, 2026 Recent
J. Chil
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J. Chil Verified

They performed a pre purchase inspection on a car I was interested in buying. Their online system telling you their findings is easy to understand. It was easy to pay through their online system. I also stayed to ask them a lot of questions and for their opinions on the car. I felt the inspection was great, thorough and done with care.

August 5, 2026 Recent
Maiqole Hill
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I would highly recommend going to S&M Automotive Service! As a young woman I was hesitant to have my state inspection done in fear of being overcharged and taken advantage of. All of their workers were so nice to me, I was in and out! The technician broke down all of his concerns into understandable language and fixed what needed to be fixed! Who I assume was the manager was also very polite, I did not feel like I was being blindsided. I’m absolutely going to return to this business to have my brakes fixed in the future. 10/10! I couldn’t be happier with the outcome of my visit!

July 9, 2026
Cate Harrison
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I've been looking for a good mechanic that is closer to work or home and luckily for me I found this wonderful shop. Stellar customer service and efficient repair work. Adam was super helpful from the first contact all the way through to pickup. He is kind, patient, accommodating and was very clear in communicating exactly what to expect. He was also helpful in explaining how my warranty worked. I'd give them extra stars if I could.

May 5, 2026
Ruth Renedo
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Ruth Renedo Verified

Dropped in to see if I could get my car inspected. Normally, an appointment is required but the attendant checked and got me in. Only waited a short time and, thankfully, passed inspection. I will be using S&M for other services in the future.

October 22, 2025
Beth L.
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Beth L. Verified

They got me in for a state inspection as soon as possible after a holiday weekend and then found an oil leak that would have cost a small fortune to repair if my car wasn’t still under warranty. They sent pictures of the issue and explained it sufficiently so that I can get it addressed by the dealer. I appreciate their attention to detail and willingness to get me in. Thank you!

September 2, 2025
PressuresLLC Exterior cleaning
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These guys were fantastic to work with. We are more than grateful they were able to get one of our work trucks back on the road ASAP, which was very helpful for us in maintaining our schedule. In addition to that the repair was perfect, and even though the interior of our truck was worn completely apart, you could not tell anybody had been in there when we received it back. Highly recommend five stars !

July 2, 2025
K. H.
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K. H. Verified

Very professional, friendly, and helpful. Associate Daniel was so courteous and helpful and assisted me with all of my vehicle needs . He informed me of how to schedule appointments online, as well as as assisted me with other services. I am beyond grateful that I found S&M and will HIGHLY recommend them. They did excellent work on my vehicle, and the customer service was TOP TIER, and the prices are affordable THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH!

May 6, 2025
Brittany Hoy
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I had the absolute best experience at S&M Automotive, and I owe it all to Mike and Daniel! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warmth and professionalism. They took the time to truly listen to my concerns, answered all my questions, and ensured I felt comfortable throughout the entire process. Mike was incredibly knowledgeable, walking me through every detail of what needed to be done to my car, without ever making me feel overwhelmed or pressured. He made sure I understood all my options and was so patient, making sure I was completely at ease with the decisions we made. Daniel was equally amazing—his attention to detail and thoroughness were truly impressive. He went above and beyond to make sure everything was handled perfectly, and I could tell he genuinely cared about delivering the best service possible. Not only did they fix my car, but they also made the whole experience enjoyable. It’s rare to find a team that truly cares about their customers and goes out of their way to provide top-notch service with a personal touch. I am beyond grateful to Mike and Daniel for making my visit so seamless and stress-free. I will absolutely be returning to S&M Automotive for all my future car needs, and I highly recommend them to anyone looking for honest, reliable, and incredibly caring automotive service. Thank you again, Mike and Daniel—you both made this experience exceptional!

January 16, 2025

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