Campus Automotive

4.0
1093 reviews

About

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Campus Automotive Inc is a full-service auto repair and tire shop, we are also an AAA Approved Towing service. We specialize in oil changes, battery services, Virginia State Inspections, brake services, engine repair, transmission repair, tire sales and replacement, and more. We offer a 3 year 36,000 Mile Warranty on most repairs. For your convenience, we offer a free shuttle service and Wi-Fi in the waiting room. We also have a 24-hour Roadside Assistance and Towing Service. We are family owned and operated and have been in business in Blacksburg for over 40 years. We are proud to be Virginia Tech Hokie Alumni, and we love Virginia Tech Students! Please come see us for your automotive maintenance or repairs!

Details

  • DebitAvailable
  • Mobile paymentsAvailable
  • RestroomAvailable
  • Wheelchair accessible entranceAvailable

Location

Campus Automotive
1208 N Main St, Blacksburg, VA
24060, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.0
1,093 reviews
5 stars
783
4 stars
39
3 stars
27
2 stars
26
1 star
218

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Customer Service

Many customers praised the friendly and helpful staff, highlighting their professionalism and willingness to assist.

Pricing Concerns

Several reviews mentioned high prices and perceived upselling of unnecessary services, leading to feelings of distrust.

Efficiency

Customers appreciated the quick turnaround times for services, with many noting that their vehicles were serviced promptly.

Communication

Positive feedback was given for clear communication regarding repairs and costs, although some felt misled about necessary services.

Quality of Work

While many customers reported satisfactory repairs, there were instances of dissatisfaction regarding diagnostics and unnecessary recommendations.
  • DC
    Deborah Collins
    2 days ago
    5.0
    Huge shout out to Anthony and the team! Realizing you have a flat tire 15 minutes before a college visit is not the way to start the day. We got priority scheduling and Anthony worked quickly with my mom while I toured with my daughter. He was fast, friendly and chatty to my mom. He even gave advice on getting a repair. And while this shop was too booked to help, they gave us a recommendation. On our way back to Kentucky and our trip was a success. (My daughter loved VT)
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    Colleen Finn
    3 days ago
    5.0
    I was on a 3-day drive from Atlanta, to New Hampshire in late October. My first night's stop was at VA Tech and about 20 miles out, my car started making a VERY bad noise. A friend hooked me up with Campus Automotive. They took my car in the next morning, diagnosed a disintegrating wheel hub bearing assembly, ordered a new one, got it installed and had me on my way with only a 1-day delay on my trip. I CANNOT recommend these folks enough! Plus their detailed method of text communication was nothing I had experienced before. I'll be back at Tech on my way to Atlanta again in mid-December. Hopefully it will just be to say, "Hi & Thanks!" :)
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    C Cb
    Nov 11, 2025
    5.0
    Campus Automotive was amazing. I called them with an issue and dropped my car off that day. It was ready in less than 24 hours and the two men working were very helpful. I felt taken care of and would recommend to anyone!!!!
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    Aaron Sherwood
    Nov 4, 2025
    5.0
    Have been bringing my vehicles here for a few years now. Customer service is excellent, the prices are on par with other shops in the area, and I really appreciate that while they make recommendations, they are never pushy. I have recommended Campus Auto to friends and family and will continue to do so in the future.
  • DD
    Daniel
    Oct 20, 2025
    1.0
    TL;DR: Easy to make an appointment, harder to find the money to pay for services that you don't need. I made an appointment in about 5 minutes for this shop without a hitch. To get by breaks diagnosed it is a $100 fee. In addition to diagnosing breaks they looked at my entire car, which is not what I sent my car in to do. When diagnosing breaks, they should stick to the breaks instead of telling me that I need every fluid in my car replaced and a new timing belt (my entire timing assembly was replaced 8 months ago). The system where they send you your diagnosis is intuitive, and it would have earned this shop 4 stars on its own if this places service and practices weren't utterly reprehensible. When I got the diagnosis the total for recommended services was greater than $3000. Mind you, most of the services were recommended because my vehicle couldn't be looked up on Carfax, so they were automatically added to the list. Over the phone the employee talked to me as if I was either 12 or had never heard of a car. He explained to me that if I wanted my car to last I should do all of the services they recommended. For reference the labor cost for replacing spark plugs on my Hyundai was $500, and the job total was over $800 If I was a gullible and ignorant college student who has never been away from their parents I might have accepted the service. That type of manipulation seems to be their business model. For the service that I really needed, they charged $1600 in order to get my rear breaks replaced. The parts that they planned on using were the most expensive on the market. I of course denied this service and they tried to scare my by telling me my car was unsafe to drive and did not give my keys back until I signed a waiver. I drove my car the 300 miles home with no issue where my local shop fixed it for $450. In essence, my calipers, pistons and hoses were not broken, and although pictures were provided, those services did not need to be rendered to my vehicle. This is a dishonest and predatory business that relies on ignorance and price gouging.

Frequently Asked Questions About Campus Automotive

What types of automotive services does Campus Automotive offer?

Campus Automotive provides full-service auto repair including oil changes, battery services, brake services, engine and transmission repair, tire sales and replacement, and more.

Is Campus Automotive an AAA approved towing service?

Yes, Campus Automotive is an AAA Approved Towing service and offers 24-hour Roadside Assistance and Towing Service.