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Lonnie's University Auto Center

Auto Service, Auto Inspections, Auto Accessories,

About us

Lonnie's is a full service auto maintenance & repair shop, staffed by technicians with over 200 years combined experience. We specialize in foreign auto maintenance and repair as well as light domestic cars and trucks! Very close to Duke University and Duke Hospital. Call today and ask about our specials.

Business highlights

24 years of experience

Services we offer

We provide service and repairs for: Minor & Major Engine Repairs Computer Tune Ups Carburetor & Fuel Injection Fuel Systems Belts & Hoses Timing Belts & Chains Automatic & Manual Transmission Services Brakes & Clutches Muffler & Ehaust Systems Available Maintenance Service (30-60-90,000 miles) Starting & Charging Systems Pre-Purchase Used Vehicle Inspections Computer Diagnosis Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning All Electrical Systems

Amenities

Warranties

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • American Express
  • Check
  • Visa
  • Discover
  • MasterCard
Reviews
4.918 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
89%
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11%
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Susan S.
Jun 2016
5.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Geoff S.
Jan 2016
5.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Jeffrey C.
Dec 2015
5.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Christopher C.
Oct 2015
5.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Elizabeth B.
Aug 2015
1.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
When I picked the vehicle up, it had been robbed. The owner, Lonnie, admitted they had failed to lock the door and left it right next to the street. Lonnie made absolutely no attempt to accept responsibility and even discouraged me from filing a police report. I'm becoming quickly convinced there are no honest businesses left anymore and I really had high hopes for this one.

Heather L.
Jun 2015
5.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
Very friendly and very quick service.  Called one afternoon to make an appointment to have my brakes looked at because they were squeaking.  They said I could drop it off first thing the next morning, so I did. They told me they's only replace the rotors if they needed it - which they did. But the whole service was done in about 3 hours for a very reasonable price, I think. This was my first visit to this place, but I'll definitely go back again if/when needed.

Erik L.
Jan 2015
5.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$900
unknown

David S.
Dec 2014
5.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
unknown

Diane S.
Jul 2014
5.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Geoff S.
Apr 2014
5.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
They are very good. I am very happy with them. It is the best in the area. They know what they are doing. They are honest and very affordable. I am very impressed with them.

Eleanor M.
Oct 2013
5.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
They're skilled, competent and honest. They're excellent, I don't hesitate to recommend them to anyone.

Christopher C.
May 2013
5.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Doris R.
Apr 2013
5.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
I get my car repair done at Lonnie's University Auto Center and he is fantastic, really great. I had my car there about six months ago. I paid $150 or something like that. They were very helpful and communicated very well and did a terrific job. It's my daughter's car and they took very good care of her and me.

Geoff S.
Jul 2012
5.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$440
This last time was like every other -- the work was done perfectly, on schedule (actually faster than anticipated), and economically.

Jeanette S.
Jul 2011
5.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
I have gone to them for several years. They work on several different types of cars. Each job is very different. They do a very good, needed repair service. I can trust them. I have used them for my child's, my late husband's, and my car. I know they will do exactly what I ask them to do. I have been very happy.

Christopher C.
Nov 2010
4.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
They had to take everything out to fix it. We have used them tons of times. We have been going to them since we moved here, and it’s been a while. They have been very professional and very nice. They stand by their work and we have never had a problem with anything. The mechanic is a really nice person. We really like Lonnie's University Auto Center.

Virginia D.
Aug 2010
4.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$550
They did good and repaired the problem. The price was a little high but not too bad. It was average. They got the work done pretty quickly and they quoted me on a lot of other stuff that I need to have done.

George M.
Dec 2009
5.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
He is the Volkswagen man at least in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. He is really good. Sometimes you have to wait to get him to work on your car. His price is higher than everybody else, but he is worth more than everybody else. Volkswagen reimburses me the money for the recall. I will continue to use them in the future.

Joyce
Nov 2006
5.0
Auto Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Lonnie is one of the most honest, reliable, trustworthy persons that I have ever met. I am pretty ignorant about what goes on under the hood so it's really nice to have a repair shop that I can really trust to be fair and honest with me.

Licensing

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FAQ

Lonnie's University Auto Center is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Lonnie's University Auto Center accepts the following forms of payment: American Express, Check, Visa, Discover, MasterCard

No, Lonnie's University Auto Center does not offer free project estimates.

No, Lonnie's University Auto Center does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Lonnie's University Auto Center does not offer a senior discount.

No, Lonnie's University Auto Center does not offer emergency services.

Yes, Lonnie's University Auto Center offers warranties.

Lonnie's University Auto Center offers the following services: We provide service and repairs for: Minor & Major Engine Repairs Computer Tune Ups Carburetor & Fuel Injection Fuel Systems Belts & Hoses Timing Belts & Chains Automatic & Manual Transmission Services Brakes & Clutches Muffler & Ehaust Systems Available Maintenance Service (30-60-90,000 miles) Starting & Charging Systems Pre-Purchase Used Vehicle Inspections Computer Diagnosis Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning All Electrical Systems