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Quality Repairs Budget Prices
Quality car care shouldn't come with a hefty price tag. Affordable, reliable and efficient auto service in Columbus — keeping your vehicle running smoothly without breaking the bank.
- Call the shop
- +1 (614) 525-0231
- Emergency
- +1 (614) 290-2886
- Open
- Mon–Sat, 9am – 6pm
- Find us
- 2608 Sullivant Ave
Expert Technicians
Trained hands, proper tools, and diagnosis before parts. We measure and test rather than guess.
Comprehensive Services
Brakes, oil, diagnostics, A/C, tires, suspension and towing — the whole car, under one roof.
Affordable Rates
Fair pricing and honest advice about what can safely wait. Quality repairs at budget prices.
Customer-Centric
We show you the part, quote the number, and never start extra work without your say-so.
Built On Honest Work
Quality Auto Care At The Right Price
Welcome to Budget Auto Fix
At Budget Auto Fix, we believe quality car care shouldn't come with a hefty price tag. Our mission is to provide affordable, reliable, and efficient auto services that keep your vehicle running smoothly without breaking the bank.
- Diagnosis before parts, every time
- Written quote you approve before work starts
- Same-day turnaround on most repairs
Open
6
Days a week
What We Do
Full Service Auto Repair Under One Roof
Auto Maintenance
Comprehensive care for your car, including repairs, oil changes, tire services, and more—keeping your vehicle running …
+ Learn MoreBrake Repair — Pads & Rotors
Ensure safe stops with expert brake pad and rotor repairs for reliable performance.
+ Learn MoreOil Change Service
Keep your engine running smoothly with our efficient oil change service. Using high-quality oil, we boost performance,…
+ Learn MoreSystem Diagnosis & Repair
Accurate diagnostics and expert repairs to keep your car running at its best.
+ Learn MoreAir Conditioning Services
Stay cool with professional car air conditioning maintenance and repairs.
+ Learn MoreTires & Wheel Balancing
Smooth rides with quality tires and precise wheel balancing services.
+ Learn MoreBattery & Charging System
Testing, replacement and charging-system repair — so the car starts on the coldest morning of the year.
+ Learn MoreEngine & Transmission
Engine repair, transmission service and drivetrain diagnosis — the big jobs, quoted before anything comes apart.
+ Learn MoreTowing Service
Broken down or won't start? We'll get the vehicle to the shop and take it from there.
+ Learn MoreShocks & Struts Replacement
Restore ride comfort, steering control and braking distance with fresh suspension.
+ Learn MoreQuality Service Value
Why Choose Us For Honest Auto Repair
Diagnosis Before Parts
We test the circuit and confirm the fault, so you pay for the part that's actually bad — not the one the code mentioned.
Quotes That Hold
Itemised parts and labor up front. Nothing gets added to the bill that you didn't approve on the phone first.
Same-Day Turnaround
Most brake, oil and tire work is done the day you drop it off, so you're not arranging rides all week.
Experienced Technicians
Proper tools, proper measurement, and the judgement to tell you when something can safely wait.
Quality Parts Only
OEM-spec friction, filters and sensors. We'll happily explain where it's worth paying up and where it isn't.
Warranty Backed
Parts and labor warranty written on the invoice, not promised across the counter and forgotten.
How It Works
Four Steps From Symptom To Solved
01
Tell Us the Symptom
Call, message, or book online. Describe the noise, the light, the feel.
02
We Diagnose It
Real testing, not guesswork. We find the cause, not just the code.
03
You Approve the Quote
Itemised parts and labor, with an honest note on what can wait.
04
Back on the Road
Most jobs same day, with a written report of what we found and fixed.
Starting Prices
Straight Prices No Surprises
Pricing varies car to car. These are starting prices — call the shop with your year, make and model for a firm quote.
Full Pricing- Oil Change
- $75 – $350
- Brake Service
- FROM$169.99
- Engine Scan Diagnostic
- FROM$125
- Wheel Alignment
- FROM$125
- Battery
- FROM$199
- A/C Recharge
- $199 – $500
- Suspension Diagnostic
- FROM$65
- Tires
- FROM$100
Free
Free Shuttle Service
Free
Free Loaner Cars
Free
Free Visual Brake Inspection
What Customers Say
Rated For Honesty Not Upselling
Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 360 Google reviews.
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Answers Before You Ask
- Do I need an appointment?
- Walk-ins are welcome for oil changes and tire work, but booking ahead means we can have your parts on the shelf and get you back on the road the same day.
- Will you tell me before doing extra work?
- Always. We call with the finding, the price and whether it can safely wait. Nothing gets done that you haven't approved.
- Do you charge for diagnostics?
- Yes. Engine scan diagnostics start at $125 and suspension diagnostics at $65, because that is real testing time rather than a code read. Brake inspections are a free visual check.
- Can I supply my own parts?
- Yes, though we can't warranty a part we didn't supply. In most cases our trade pricing lands close to what you'd pay retail anyway.
Book A Visit Today
Tell us what the car is doing and when it started. We'll get it on a lift and give you a straight answer.
- Address2608 Sullivant Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43204
- Phone+1 (614) 525-0231 Emergency: +1 (614) 290-2886
- HoursMonday – Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sunday: Closed