Colchin Automotive
4.8 (238)
5740 N Lamar St, Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 431-5421
colchinautomotive.com
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Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Reviews
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Cassandra Netzke
2 months ago
I switched to Colchin after lackluster experiences at other shops around town. Prices here are competitive and the service is exceptional. They have a great way of explaining what needs doing and what can be postponed for purposes of budgeting/planning.I ll also add that I ve had the chance to wait in lobby for my car and observe the customers who come and go. Every single interaction is positive and this shop sees a wide variety of folks from people who know a lot about their car to people like me who only know what the internet tells me. I definitely get the sense that customers, myself included, are well pleased with the service and prices.Many thanks to the folks at Colchin.
Taylor Barnhardt
2 months ago
Excellent service & so friendly!I always have the most wonderful experiences at Colchin. The staff is so friendly and walks me through every step of my service. I love supporting a small, local business and will never go back to a franchise auto shop again!
Jerry Munoz
2 months ago
Colchin Automotive did a great job! This is the 2nd time I've used them to fix my truck. They are very good at what they do. They are awesome! Fast and friendly customer service.
Matthew Cain
5 months ago
Colchin is a great shop to take your vehicle to for any type of maintenance. The prices for your more common maintenance tasks are more than reasonable. Very nice, informative folks at the front desk as well, always happy to answer any questions I've ever had. Even with the more complicated repairs, I never feel like I am being absolutely raked over the coals financially. Above all else, I've never gotten any vibe that they are being dishonest with me about what needs to be serviced, and what does not. You cannot say that about many shops these days. 100% would recommend taking yours and your families vehicles to Colchin.
Steve Legault
2 months ago
Clay is a highly qualified mechanic. Problem on my Ford Escape was diagnosed, parts were ordered, and service was completed very timely. Price was as quoted and fair. Walked out as very SATISFIED customer.
Alan Mally
5 months ago
Colchin for the past couple of years has been my go to shop for auto repairs. They have always been professional in the work performed and are excellent in communication while your vehicle is under repair. We scheduled to have the repair work done on a Friday, but since the vehicle had a critical code reading and wasn't safe for the vehicle to drive it, I took it in on Monday afternoon just in case it could be done earlier. Colchin got to the vehicle right away, repaired it with OEM parts and we got it back before Friday!
Don Pierce
7 months ago
Called Josh for some deferred maintenance to be done to my Ford Explorer. Their schedule was very tight but he was able to squeeze the service in the next day. I've used Colchin's before and am never disappointed with their service.Service: TransmissionService: Transmission
Dave Rothgery
a week ago
The guys who run this shop are really great people, and I highly recommend them to anyone in the area with repair needs!
Richard Gonzales
9 months ago
I was impressed by Josh shonest, open communication about problems and their plans on how to repair them.Including costs and time frame. He followed up byPrompt progress, updates during repairs. He wasCourteous, friendly and excellent listening.Felt a good sense of simple, honest, integrity there.I will recommend them to others.Rich G.
Sharon Lockmon
2 months ago
Very honest and trustworthy business! The work done on my Ford truck was within my price point!
Cailey Langerak
a year ago
I called thursday morning with the need to get my car in asap due to a flashing check engine light and engine problems. Colin was extremely helpful and was able to get my car in the same day and diagnose it. He referred me to a towing company and called when my car arrived and to let me know what as wrong. They were able to to get the parts ordered and replaced and i was able to pick my car up the next day. Extremely pleased with the quality of work done and the communication. I've had a lot of bad experiences with places. But this was definitely the best.
Tammie Schwegman
6 months ago
Just started going here. They communicated with me, to let me know what my Jeep needed. They did an oil change on my jeep, and even called me to make sure they put the oil I wanted went in. I well continue to take make jeep here. Thank you for everything guys.
Joe Joe Antone GrawehrAntone
10 months ago
It is one thing to say you are the best and another to prove you are the by actions. Superior communication with excellent listening to the customer. Excellent team work means you get your vehicle back sooner and at a better cost, I am 67 years old and have had many experiences with car problems. This is the best auto service I have ever known.
Tyler Watson
5 months ago
The best of the best! I trust them with my vehicles. They communicate every step of the way and are completely transparent about costs, which is very appreciated.
Valerie Cardenas
9 months ago
My experience is always very pleasant and professional. The Colchin team keeps me posted from start to finish so there's no surprises and drop off and pick-up is always easy. I always leave feeling as though I was taken care of. I have and will continue to refer Colchin when the time comes.Service: Air conditioningService: Air conditioning
Bart Deitrick
a year ago
Colchin Automotive is always the best shop in Denver. Really smart staff who are honest and have the customers needs first. They do excellent work and pricing is always fair. The only extras are always truly needed. I would recommend them to anyone and I have.Service: General repairs & maintenanceService: General repairs & maintenance
Megan Katopodis
6 months ago
Go here for anything and everything!! They are the best! So helpful and wonderful. I know nothing about cars, and they respectfully explain things in a way that is easy to comprehend. I've gone to them many times, and always have a positive experience.Services: Electrical repair, Oil changeServices: Electrical repair, Oil change
Joanie Ziska
a year ago
Another amazing service experience! 03/31/2023Took my car in for a routine oil change and safety evaluation. I have been having an unrelated problem on my Ford Expedition that the dealer has been unable to rectify. Asking about it in passing I was given an Interesting and comprehensive diagnosis about the problem and with this new info I will be able to revisit the dealer to get this fixed while it is still under warranty. The generous time spent with info and advice is always the norm with these guys. Thank you Colin Jason and Josh!
Sandie Seegmiller
a year ago
Check noise (I think it's my brakes) 03/29/2023Just an overall great experience with very professional people that know what they are doing. They tell it like it is and the rates are reasonable. It's important to me to know I am getting an honest diagnosis of my vehicle and no up charging was pushed upon me - as a matter of fact, they sent me home charging me with no repairs. . . . . because it wasn't needing any!! Wow! Colin, Clay, Todd, and Josh, thank you for your professionalism. I will be back to get brake pads (when they are actually needed) and an oil change soon. Until then.....Service: Brakes
Mario U. Gutierrez
a year ago
I will have to say, this place is phenomenal for my first time. I called several shops to get an estimate on an issue that was brought to me that needed to get fixed. I was told I would get a call back or the only way they could give me an estimate was by bringing my vehicle in. Keep in mind I already knew what needed to be done and was shown in a video. I called Colchin and without hesitation Josh was open to hearing me out. He investigated and called me back with my options. From the moment I called Colchin to the moment I dropped off my car and the moment I picked up my car. It was such a pleasant service to have. Everyone at Colchin is so hospitable and I would recommend this business for all your vehicle needs.
Bridget Parnell
2 months ago
Went in for brakes, they made it so easy, and not stressful at all. Communicated with me every step.
misti drager
8 months ago
All of the Colchin employees are very friendly and helpful. Collin helped me recently and went above and beyond to get a major repair covered under a warranty I was unaware of. Thank you Collin! Thank you Colchin!!Service: TransmissionService: Transmission
Ryan Nunnelly
10 months ago
Josh and the crew are great! They genuinely have your best interest in mind, know their stuff, and are honest. The shop is always spotless and the communication is great. They couldn t be better. It s no wonder they ve been around for decades.Service: General repairs & maintenanceService: General repairs & maintenance
Thomas Walker
11 months ago
The most amazing group of people I've met in a very long time they truly care about their customers and put their heart and soul into the work they do. I'd like to personally thank the guys and this incredible shop for restoring faith that good honest mechanics who know their jobs and go way way way above and beyond on every job.. and to whoever decorated the waiting area WOW! best shop ever!!!!!
Artemis moonflower
a year ago
I bring my car here religiously because they are honest and wonderfully kind. Every time I have brought a vehicle here they have been more than helpful and accommodating with pick up, drop off, and payments over the phone when I have needed, as I work 12 hour shifts. The staff here are super knowledgeable, and really great at explaining what's going on in a way that doesn't come off as belittling.I recommend this place to everyone, the care that they have taken with my cars has gone above and beyond!
Mike DeWolfe
11 months ago
Colchin Automotive is the only place I trust with with my wife s and my vehicles. They are very professional, respectful and very knowledgeable. They don t try to get you to do repairs that are not needed like the dealers.Service: Wheel alignmentService: Wheel alignment
Stephanie Paolucci
a year ago
Pre-purchase inspectionsWe needed to replace a car and Colin was very helpful to us in choosing to pass on one option ad go with another after the dealership makes his suggested repairs. I feel comfortable knowing that the car we chose to buy will be safe and reliable for my son to drive for a long time.Service: Vehicle safety inspection
Lynn Padilla
7 months ago
I ve been coming to Colchin Automotive for @ 6 years and never have a bad experience. Reliable and trustworthy mechanics that I recommend to my friends and family.Service: TransmissionService: Transmission
X Lopez
a year ago
Made me feel really safe when I drop vehicles off here parking lot is very lit up and super clean very inviting.
Nathan George
4 years ago
Colchin is a good, thorough, and clean auto shop, but not transparent in their labor charges, and seem to charge around 20-30% higher labor rates than other nearby shops like Factory Trained Auto. Their labor rates seem to be somewhere in the range of $110-$175 per hour based on my charges. I'd expect similar or maybe slightly lower quality work at factory trained auto but at a lower price, although I haven't been there yet.It's possible Colchin has more experience, is more thorough, and takes their time more than others, so that ~25% premium on labor may be due to having older and more experienced mechanics who take their time. It might even be from them taking more time at a similar hourly rate. I definitely appreciate mechanics taking their time to avoid mistakes and catch and fix any problems.However, the bill they gave me didn't show number of hours billed. I had to ask how many hours they were billing me for, since it seemed to be about 50%+ more than they said it should be, and Jason threw around 2 or 3 numbers (he couldn't seem to remember exactly how many hours, which is weird for a huge job) and mentioned something about not even paying the mechanic for how many hours he worked, which all seemed a little fishy to me in part because the mechanic was a Colchin and the guy doing the paperwork was not. Can a non-Colchin *really* tell a Colchin what to do at Colchin auto? Doubtful.They seem to take their time and have a very organized and clean shop, which is great. Their mechanics are also very experienced and seem to really know their stuff. Clay Colchin is experienced with the Ford 5.4 Triton engines (he has one himself) and was able to get mine running well after some timing issues.They were very professional and nice throughout the process. The place is super clean and well-organized.