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Auto repair shops · Bristol Guide

# 10 Bristol Auto repair shops Worth Knowing

Our local guide to finding auto repair shops in 2027: 10 businesses, and what each does best.

By **the editors of The Local List** Updated November 5, 2026 40 businesses considered

Ask around Bristol for auto repair shops and you’ll hear a handful of names and three quotes that look nothing alike. These 10 stood out from the 40 we compared. They aren’t ranked: each carries a label for what it does best.

**How we chose**

Open businesses with a phone number and enough real reviews to judge fairly, compared on ratings, review history, years in business and record checks. No business paid to be included.

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The list

## 10 auto repair shops, and what each does best

Editor’s Pick

### [J & M Tire](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-a66199def4d9fb6b/)

Southington · Based here

J & M Tire holds a 4.8 average from 234 public reviews.

- Operating status checked

[Website](http://jmtirect.net/)[+1 860-621-3900](tel:+18606213900) Request a quote [Full profile](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-a66199def4d9fb6b/)

### [Monro Auto Service and Tire Centers](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-c0733dde69b10db4/)

Southington · Based here

Monro Auto Service and Tire Centers holds a 4.7 average from 268 public reviews.

- Operating status checked

[Website](https://locations.monro.com/ct/southington/445-queen-street)[+1 860-628-9488](tel:+18606289488) Request a quote [Full profile](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-c0733dde69b10db4/)

### [Hamelin & Sons Automotive Repairs](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-01e495e1d0b343e5/)

Bristol · Based here

Hamelin & Sons Automotive Repairs holds a 4.6 average from 152 public reviews.

- Operating status checked

[Website](http://www.hamelinandsons.com/)[+1 860-583-3292](tel:+18605833292) Request a quote [Full profile](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-01e495e1d0b343e5/)

Also on the list

#### [Town Fair Tire](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-e6ac5fed7d684382/)

 4.5 · 401 reviews

Reader Favorite Bristol

- Operating status checked

[Website](https://www.townfairtire.com/store/tires/connecticut/bristol/)[+1 860-583-7722](tel:+18605837722) Request a quote

#### [Town Fair Tire](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-9ca599c1b7da4542/)

 4.6 · 198 reviews

Southington

- Operating status checked

[Website](http://www.townfairtire.com/store/tires/connecticut/southington)[+1 860-621-9926](tel:+18606219926) Request a quote

#### [Leether Automotive](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-cf6309d1d33e8eef/)

 5.0 · 35 reviews

Bristol

- Operating status checked

[+1 860-589-7859](tel:+18605897859) Request a quote

#### [Black Bear Auto](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-ff8a6168d659f7f9/)

 4.5 · 178 reviews

Bristol

- Operating status checked

[Website](http://www.BlackBearAuto.com/)[+1 860-585-1111](tel:+18605851111) Request a quote

#### [Cliff's Automotive](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-cac713eb53ee32af/)

 4.8 · 38 reviews

Terryville

- Operating status checked

[Website](https://cliffsautomotivect.com)[+1 860-314-9528](tel:+18603149528) Request a quote

#### [Valvoline Instant Oil Change](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-b4af9c152ce8b67d/)

 4.5 · 145 reviews

Southington

- Operating status checked

[Website](https://store.vioc.com/ct/southington/86-queen-street?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=localsearch)[+1 860-426-0930](tel:+18604260930) Request a quote

#### [The Quiet Zone of Thomaston](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-2f727e025ca02ff5/)

 4.6 · 68 reviews

Thomaston

- Operating status checked

[Website](https://quietzonect.com/location-thomaston/)[+1 860-283-3005](tel:+18602833005) Request a quote

Also considered

## More auto repair shops in Bristol

The other businesses we compared for this guide. Ratings and review counts are from public review platforms.

- [Mad Hatter Mufflers & Auto Repair](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-cecafbfff83148c4/) · Southington · 4.5 from 118 reviews
- [Frank's Transmission & Auto Care](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-b4a15af951a041d7/) · Bristol · 4.7 from 37 reviews
- [MGB Tire Company Inc.](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-942199873f9e1ebf/) · Thomaston · 4.6 from 58 reviews
- [The Quiet Zone of Torrington](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-311ab14426ce7cae/) · Torrington · 4.5 from 96 reviews
- **P and C Repair** · Thomaston · 4.9 from 18 reviews
- [Monro Auto Service and Tire Centers](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-39315c3b39d20453/) · Bristol · 4.4 from 148 reviews
- [Ace Automatic Transmissions](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-a84240c7cea0a4a6/) · Torrington · 4.8 from 22 reviews
- [Meineke Car Care Center](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-18d67e9130f2ffe0/) · Bristol · 4.4 from 138 reviews
- **Di Giovanni's Auto Services** · Bristol · 4.7 from 48 reviews
- [Midas](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-32bb63a7bbb710bf/) · Southington · 4.5 from 66 reviews
- [Economy Transmission](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-194434c4f8bd5035/) · Bristol · 4.6 from 38 reviews
- **Valvoline Instant Oil Change** · Bristol · 4.4 from 124 reviews
- **Gary's Hilltop Auto Repair** · Torrington · 4.5 from 57 reviews
- **Castle Motors** · Bristol · 4.8 from 18 reviews
- **Nuway Truck and Trailer Repair** · Wolcott · 4.8 from 18 reviews
- [Quick Auto Sales & Repair](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-4c185374c256ecc9/) · Bristol · 4.4 from 104 reviews
- **Ron's Automotive** · Collinsville · 4.8 from 18 reviews
- **Rick's Automotive Inc** · Bristol · 5.0 from 18 reviews
- [RB Transmissions LLC](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-deabb81e136f0f67/) · Bristol · 4.5 from 48 reviews
- [Pep Boys Auto Service & Tires](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-25f654c1635f367c/) · Southington · 4.4 from 78 reviews
- **Wiltse Brothers Garage** · Plainville · 4.8 from 14 reviews
- **Personal Touch Quick Lube** · Torrington · 4.4 from 45 reviews
- **Carbs R Us** · Thomaston · 5.0 from 18 reviews
- **Ron's Automotive Unionville** · Unionville · 4.8 from 17 reviews
- **RICH GRAVEL'S AUTOMOTIVE** · Thomaston · 4.3 from 37 reviews
- **Midas** · Bristol · 4.2 from 86 reviews
- **Touch Ups Unlimited Llc** · Bristol · 4.6 from 18 reviews
- **Firestone Complete Auto Care** · Bristol · 4.1 from 158 reviews
- [Denny's Transmission & Auto Care](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-c1b3d4bf675451df/) · Bristol · 4.3 from 18 reviews
- **Midas** · Torrington · 4.0 from 87 reviews

Side by side

## The 10 at a glance

Auto repair shops, Bristol, November 5, 2026

| Business | Label | Rating | Reviews | Years | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J & M Tire | Editor’s Pick | 4.8 | 234 | – | – |
| Monro Auto Service and Tire Centers | – | 4.7 | 268 | – | – |
| Hamelin & Sons Automotive Repairs | – | 4.6 | 152 | – | – |
| Town Fair Tire | Reader Favorite | 4.5 | 401 | – | – |
| Town Fair Tire | – | 4.6 | 198 | – | – |
| Leether Automotive | – | 5.0 | 35 | – | – |
| Black Bear Auto | – | 4.5 | 178 | – | – |
| Cliff's Automotive | – | 4.8 | 38 | – | – |
| Valvoline Instant Oil Change | – | 4.5 | 145 | – | – |
| The Quiet Zone of Thomaston | – | 4.6 | 68 | – | – |

On a phone, swipe the table sideways to see every column.

Hiring guide

## Before you sign with anyone on this list

The best businesses welcome these questions. If a company dodges them, keep looking.

1. **Check the license.** Where your state requires one for this work, look it up on the state’s licensing site before anyone visits, not after.
2. **Get written quotes for the same scope.** Ask each company to price the same job, materials and equipment so you’re comparing like with like. Our [Bristol cost guide](https://readthelocallist.com/guides/auto-repair-shops-cost-bristol/) shows what drives the price.
3. **Ask who handles permits.** If the job needs one, the company should pull it and tell you how long it usually takes.
4. **Read the payment schedule.** Payments should follow progress, with a modest deposit up front.
5. **Get the warranty in writing.** Know what’s covered, for how long, and whether it transfers if you sell.

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Your questions

## Frequently asked questions

### How did the editors choose these auto repair shops in Bristol?

Editors shortlist businesses with strong ratings and enough reviews, check their records, and choose the final picks against the published criteria. We compared 40 auto repair shops for Bristol.

### Which of these auto repair shops in Bristol has the best reviews?

Leether Automotive has a 5.0 rating from 35 public reviews, the highest on this page.

### Which of these auto repair shops has the most reviews?

Town Fair Tire, with 401 public reviews. A long review history shows how a business handles many jobs.

### Are these auto repair shops licensed?

10 of the 10 businesses here had their state license checked against public records. Each profile shows the source and the date of the check.

### How many quotes should I get for auto repair shops in Bristol?

Get at least three. Use the quote form on this page: only the businesses you tick receive your request.

### Why aren’t the businesses ranked?

Because the right company depends on the job. Each business carries a label that says what it does best, so you can pick the one that fits yours.

Keep reading

## More from The Local List

- Guide [Auto repair shops: what it costs in Bristol](https://readthelocallist.com/guides/auto-repair-shops-cost-bristol/)

More Bristol guides

- [Brake repair shops](https://readthelocallist.com/bristol/best-brake-repair-shops/)
- [Transmission repair shops](https://readthelocallist.com/bristol/best-transmission-repair-shops/)
- [Tire shops](https://readthelocallist.com/bristol/best-tire-shops/)

Auto repair shops in other editions

- [Jacksonville](https://readthelocallist.com/jacksonville/best-auto-repair-shops/)
- [Miami](https://readthelocallist.com/miami/best-auto-repair-shops/)
- [Tampa](https://readthelocallist.com/tampa/best-auto-repair-shops/)
- [Orlando](https://readthelocallist.com/orlando/best-auto-repair-shops/)
- [Port St. Lucie](https://readthelocallist.com/port-st-lucie/best-auto-repair-shops/)
- [St. Petersburg](https://readthelocallist.com/st-petersburg/best-auto-repair-shops/)
- [Cape Coral](https://readthelocallist.com/cape-coral/best-auto-repair-shops/)
- [Hialeah](https://readthelocallist.com/hialeah/best-auto-repair-shops/)

## Local facts

Public records behind this guide.

- 2,361 People per square mile Source: [Calculated from U.S. Census Bureau 2025 estimates and Gazetteer land area](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025
- 26.4 sq mi Land area Source: [U.S. Census Bureau, 2025 Gazetteer files](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025
- 62,341 Bristol residents Source: [U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · July 1, 2025
- +2.4% Population change since 2020 (from 60,867 (April 2020 base)) Source: [U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · 2020–2025

In this guide

1. J & M Tire*Editor’s Pick*
2. Monro Auto Service and Tire Centers*Southington*
3. Hamelin & Sons Automotive Repairs*Bristol*
4. Town Fair Tire*Reader Favorite*
5. Town Fair Tire*Southington*
6. Leether Automotive*Bristol*
7. Black Bear Auto*Bristol*
8. Cliff's Automotive*Terryville*
9. Valvoline Instant Oil Change*Southington*
10. The Quiet Zone of Thomaston*Thomaston*

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