Maxi Auto Service Center
4.5 (177)
407 Decatur Pike, Athens, TN 37303
(423) 744-9721
maxiathenstn.com
Claimed
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Introduction
Maxi Auto Service Center is a reputable auto repair shop located in Athens, TN, offering a range of services including oil changes, electrical repairs, engine diagnostics, and more. They are known for their accessibility, amenities, and convenient appointment scheduling.
Services offered: Auto repair shop, Air conditioning repair service, Auto electrical service, Auto tune-up service, Brake shop, Car repair and maintenance service, Engine rebuilding service, Muffler shop, Oil change service, Water pump supplier.
Maxi Auto Service Center Reviews Summary
Pros
- Excellent customer service and communication, particularly highlighted by April at the front desk.
- Efficient and timely repairs, often starting work earlier than planned.
- Honest and trustworthy assessments, saving customers from unnecessary expenses.
Cons
- Inconsistencies in pricing and recommendations for parts, as highlighted by a few negative reviews.
- Instances of incorrect repairs and overcharging for services, leading to customer dissatisfaction.
Suggestion
Ensure pricing transparency and accuracy in repair recommendations to maintain customer trust and satisfaction.
Positive Words
Great, recommend, friendly, understanding, accommodating, professional, trustworthy, honest, efficient.
Reviews
Reviews are sorted by relevance, with the most helpful and insightful feedback listed first for easy reference.
Tim Kallmer
3 weeks ago
Great experience with April and the mechanic. He found the cause of the noise coming from my engine, which was the harmonic balancer rubbing. She called and alerted me the problem was not what I was told. They started the repair earlier than planned, on the same day we dropped it off. Another mechanic led me to believe it was something completely different, but Maxi fixed it. They saved me from paying for any unnecessary work. Thank you!
Haley Nowak
2 months ago
I highly recommend coming here if you have any auto issues. April and the mechanics are very pleasant and really do try to get you in as soon as possible. I ll be coming here from now on if I have any further issues
Kimberly Pampuch
5 months ago
We broke down on our way to Florida, Maxi Auto Services was outstanding with customer service, auto repair and communication. They fixed our truck quickly and charged very little. Thank you April for all your help. I definitely recommend.
Karoline Homier
3 months ago
The lady at front desk (April) is amazingly nice. Since they could not assist us with our problem she made arrangements with another garage for us. She phoned couple of garages and even took an appointment for us. Thank you sooo much!
Ellen Small
2 months ago
They are awesome!! Great service!! April is so understanding. Highly recommend
skye Flower
7 months ago
We were unable to get the work done we needed due time time but that's was not their fault it was ours. However the lady at the desk was very kind. She was doing her best to get us in before our time restraint.
Dustin Waller
2 weeks ago
Good service! Definitely know how to put a tire on the right way.
Judy Erb
8 months ago
Excellent service! We were traveling and needed a brake job! They fit us right in quickly and communicated throughout the process. Highly recommend!
Matthew Ledford
9 months ago
They where gonna charge a friend of mine 1700 to replace his hole a.c system. My friend tells me about it and iam like hey let me look at it and see if I find anything. Well folks for a 50 cents fuse I fixed the 1700 dollar problem. This isn't the only major problem I've encountered with this place as my wife was a victim of a major rip on her car as well but we weren't so lucky. They hit the wallet hard and the problem was never fixed.
Neal Neill
3 months ago
Friendly people, but incredibly overpriced.I've been there twice, the first time in the last time...
7 months ago
Very good service. It was done quickly and efficiently. They took it home and then took it away. You guys are the best.
Charlotte Boyd
8 months ago
I have had my tahoe serviced several times at Maxi. They are a Great group of guys. They do a good job. Thanks Services: Electrical repair, Auto engine diagnostic, Wheel alignment, Wiper blade installation, Auto maintenanceServices: Electrical repair, Auto engine diagnostic, Wheel alignment, Wiper blade installation, Auto maintenance
Bertha Baker
a month ago
Good service, good price, friendly, Always go out of their way in service and knowledge. They are my go-to for auto issues.
Dennis Price
6 years ago
Until yesterday, I would have rated Maxi 5 stars without question. Maxi has been where I go to for exhaust system and brake work since 2005 on my 99 Cherokee. Maxi has taken care of my brakes and exhaust system on my 08 Canyon since it was new. They have installed an MBRP catback (broke), two Thrush Flowmaster copies (broke), and finally a Flowmaster 44 with a Silverado expansion joint in 2013 which cured my exhaust issues with the truck.The Maxi mechanics have seen this truck be modified/tuned over the years and know that I take care of it.I brought the truck in yesterday at 8am with an exhaust leak - right at the rear outlet of the Flowmaster, where an exhaust hanger had been welded. Bad placement? Oh yes. Should have been placed on the pipe, not the muffler. I'm told I need a new muffler and front counter guy recommends a 'Rush stainless steel' muffler for $10 more than another Flowmaster. 'Better than the Flowmaster? 'Yes'. Hmm... 'Ok' (supposed to be in Knoxville at 10am for a client, it is what it is, need fixed). Supposed to be after lunch time, only if I wait. They get it in early which I appreciate and tell them so. $164.I drive to Knoxville, something isn't right.Today I do a little research and find that muffler isn't designed for my truck/motor - that Lawson Rush doesn't make a muffler for my truck and on top of that, retails for $69! Get it at Amazon for $57! My engine is tuned for a certain type of performance muffler/exhaust and the Rush Stainless Steel muffler #71225 is designed for a 62-73 Charger with a V8. Also has a 2 year warranty, not 1 year like counter guy said.Wrong muffler and overcharged me for the privilege. Enclosed pictures show correct hanger placement on wrong muffler...I'm really disappointed, I consider this to be bad business practice and am hoping this won't be a huge issue to get corrected on Monday.Monday arrived and I was at Maxi at 8:30pm - Chris began with a bad attitude - advised him of the issue and the argument began. According to Chris: Mufflers are universal and putting a 2.25" inlet/outlet on 2.5" pipe is industry standard (No it isn't), He cannot get a Flowmaster 952547 anywhere (I called around, they are literally everywhere, even Walmart), that if I got one myself, there would be an extra charge.No refund for the wrong part Maxi Auto installed and I pay to have the correct muffler installed, as well as the muffler itself.I have stopped payment and have consulted legal help.I do NOT recommend Maxi Auto for anything, ever again.
Bhumi Shah
2 years ago
I cannot put into words how grateful I am for the team here. I was driving down from the northwest and my car started having problems miles away from this place. Not only did they squeeze me in, they were sympathetic to my situation and had my issue taken care of within hours!! They were honest with what issues my van had and worked their best to provide quality service and care. And! They didn t rip me off with their pricing either. I am forever grateful and appreciative of all their help. Highly highly recommend them for all your auto needs!!!
Tim Clanton
9 months ago
Went and got quote to have a muffler I bought welded on and was told be $65 but doesn't include running a tip out back told be extra charge so they only put muffler on and the welds are weak and was at work when was called pick car up so my wife and mom pick it up for me and they charged her $82 this place is scam business
Kimberly Morris
11 months ago
After a previous issue we experienced at Maxi Muffler I want to thank April for goin the extra mile to make it right.. She showed professionalism and understanding of the previous concern and did everything to resolve the problem.. Thank you..
Jason Sinclair
10 months ago
Replaced my son s exhaust and welds didn t hold, stripped the threads on oxygen sensor. The car was so consumed with carbon monoxide that he couldn t drive it, tried to take it back to get it fixed and waited 3 hours from the time of appointment and still wasn t able to get it fixed so I took it somewhere else!Service: Auto exhaust system replacementService: Auto exhaust system replacement
Jackson Dixon
2 years ago
I would highly not recommend this business . Completely unprofessional. For some reason my other review was taken down. I had multiple pictures linked to my other review . . They left tools in my engine bay, didn t fix the check engine light issue with my car, had my car for 5 days, and were super rude . The owner Sandra tried to act completely clueless about the situation which was quite alarming . Will not be returning or recommending to anyone ever .Service: Auto engine diagnostic
Nathan Wilburn
2 years ago
Best mechanics in Athens, easy. Chris is an accommodating, excellent, experienced mechanic, and he s more than willing to do whatever is necessary to satisfy you and your needs. He s a great guy - I don t even live in Athens anymore, but I still visit and have these guys check out my car occasionally, because they re absolutely trustworthy. They won t scam you, they won t fool you, they won t lead you astray - they ll give it to you straight, provide top-of-the-line service at a fair price, and be 100% cooperative and helpful every step of the way. If you need your car worked on, this is the place to go. Without question.
Jan M Lane
3 years ago
I was initially quoted a base price of $120 to repair/replace something in the muffler/manifold/exhaust system. I made an appointment and was wonderfully impressed at how quickly the work was done. In 45 minutes I was out the door. It was the resonator that needed replacing and ended up costing me just $75 complete with parts, labor and tax. I am very pleased with Maxi Auto Service.Service: Exhaust
Desirae Taylor
a year ago
I have used Maxi multiple times. April and her staff have always been honest, tried to do what was most affordable, and didn't kill us on labor. Very pleased!Services: Battery, Oil changeServices: Battery, Oil change
Quandale Crinkle
a year ago
Absolutely amazing got it done in a timely manner and we're all really nice apryl took my repair to a techand it only took a couple hours to finish, all of them were very professional , my car ran like new .Services: Engine repair, Brakes, Oil changeServices: Engine repair, Brakes, Oil change
Rebecca Davis
2 years ago
The guys here are awesome!! Not my first time here. I have been to other places. I prefer Maxi!! Best work with great personalities. Affordable pricing too! This is coming from a very busy/single mom!I wont go anywhere else.
Niko Demetri
5 years ago
This place is frickin' awesome. Bf and I are driving from MI to FL and car broke down in Athens TN. Waited 3 hours for them to open and it was totally worth it. The guy was awesome and the service was quick. The price was shockingly reasonable. Our car was fixed and back on the road in an hour-n-half. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
W.S. O
2 years ago
Chris the Manager Always takes good care of me fixes my cars right at fair prices. They are always busy that shows me they take good care of all of their customers. Word of mouth travels fast in a smaller town like Athens, Chris goes that extra mile to make sure your taken care of and happy
Rick McAllister
3 years ago
Just recently had my muffler repaired and was very pleased with the service. Was very pleasantly surprised when I went to pay my bill. These guys we re very fair and honest. Will definitely go back for future repairs. Thank you MAXI Auto Service.
Kyla McLellan
3 years ago
They were very detailed in explaining what they were going to do. Made recommendations on changing out my fianc� s exhaust out. We were in and out fast! They did an incredible job!! 10/10 with 5 stars!Service: ExhaustService: Exhaust
Tommy Coop III
3 years ago
I must say, these guys really took care of me and spent a lot of time on an issue that they weren't even paid for. Had them pull and drop a motor. These guy are the best and will always use Maxi for repairs I really don't want to mess with! Their prices are excellent too!!!! Thanks guys!Service: Engine repairService: Engine repair
BrittBrat Show
a year ago
Absolutely the best service I ve had. Especially Apryl, she was the most well respected representative I ve dealt with. Will definitely do business with them again