Welcome to Crutcher's Auto Repair! We have been trusted for Franklin auto repair since 1980 and hope to be your choice for automotive service. If you are looking for an alternative to dealers and franchises you are in the right place. That is our name out front, which we honor and protect by doing the right thing. Feel free to explore our site where you can learn more about our history and services, make an appointment, get directions, and share any feedback about your experience with us. We hope to see you soon!
Business highlights
45 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Automobile repair, Routine maintenance such as Alignments, Oil Changes, Brakes, Filter changes, Fluid Changes and Flushes, Tune Ups, Timing Belts, Tires, Tire balancing auto maintenance, auto inspections, emissions & diagnostics.
I recently moved to Franklin and checked Angies List for a auto repair shop. Crutchers Auto Repair was highly rated and now I know why. They are the most professional and honest business I have had the pleasure of dealing with. You won't go wrong trusting your repairs to them.
Description of Work: Checked for rubbing brakes noise coming from the front
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Crutcher's Auto Repair
Welcome to the area, glad we were able to help. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, If we can be of more assistance please let us know Jamie Crutcher
Juli C.
09/2015
5.0
auto repair, car tires
+ 0 more
Great as always. My go to guys!!
Description of Work: Oil change and new tires(2).
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Response from Crutcher's Auto Repair
Thanks for your trust and loyalty, let us know if we can be of more assistance. We also really appreciate the feedback. Thanks again, Jamie
David P.
09/2015
5.0
auto repair, car inspections
+ 0 more
waited for the car took 20 minutes to include inspection. gave detailed information on the car and what it needed or needed in the future
Description of Work: oil change and inspection
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50
Response from Crutcher's Auto Repair
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, if there's anything we can do just let us know. Jamie
sharlynn M.
08/2015
5.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
My Son was having car issues and his check engine light came on while driving through Frankin. He called me and I looked for the nearest place for him to stop, which was Crutchers. I figured he would just drop it off, so I headed to pick him up. When I got there he was in the parking lot with one of their mechanics. Jamie, I think was his name. He spent about 20 minutes with us and, rather than try to attempt to fix it and charge us, he referred us to another business that could help us. I would have been happy to pay him for his time, but he insisted that he was just happy to help. I know we didn't end up using Crutchers this time, but they are obviously honest and dependable, and we will not hesitate to use them in the future!
Description of Work: Looked at our car and referred us to someone else
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Crutcher's Auto Repair
Thank you for your feedback. While we can repair most things including check engine lights every now and then we aren't the best fit, I'm glad we could get you going in the right direction, if we can help in the future let us know. Jamie Crutcher
Brian K Z.
06/2015
5.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
Had gone to dealership and they said would need a part that costs about S800. Plus labor to put it in. Would run over S1000.00. This was in October last year. My daughter just decided to drive it through winter. Well, it is hot and needed her air. I suggested we take it to cructher's and just let them look at it. We received a call and the tech said that he has seen several of these and probably wires just need be sodered. Called me the next day said he had it ready. They are very honest people and always take my vehicles to them. I will continue to do so.
Description of Work: Fixed my daughters AC SWITCH.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$165
Response from Crutcher's Auto Repair
Thanks for your kind words, glad we were able to get you taken care of and save you some money at the same time.
LESLIE S.
10/2014
5.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
I have used Crutchers Auto regularly since 2013 and am extremely happy with their service. The last service was an oil change which was very reasonable. Eli is always helpful and, on this occasion, I waited for the car and it didn't take long at all. Crutchers was the only auto service company (the 4th I tried in the Cool Springs/Franklin/Brentwood area) that was able to stop my brakes from squealing after installation of a new set of brakes from another auto company in the area. I am really impressed. I have an old car. Prior to using Crutchers, I used a local Toyota dealer who was quoting me extra repair costs in the range of $400-$1,000 every time I brought my vehicle in for an oil change each (approximately) quarter. Crutchers doesn't do that and I feel comfortable with them since, as soon as I switched mechanics, my car doesn't need all this engine work anymore.
Description of Work: Oil change
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$40
Response from Crutcher's Auto Repair
Thank you for your feedback, we have recently implemented an inspection process to provide more consistent preventative service but you should never feel pressured to do any repair, our job is to report the status of your car and help you understand it so you can plan accordingly. If you ever feel differently please let me know. Thanks again, Jamie Crutcher
Stacy S.
05/2014
4.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
They're local. They're very friendly and courteous. I used to be thrilled with them but not so much any more. I think they are honest. My truck got older now but sometime I feel like they are not as thorough as they should be.
Description of Work: We used Crutcher's Auto Repair for auto repair work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
3.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
Response from Crutcher's Auto Repair
Hello and thank you for your feedback, I apologize for not responding earlier, we are attempting to increase our online presence and I found your comments. I'm not sure if there was a specific situation that you were referring to but if there is anything you would like to discuss or have looked into please let me know. I will say that we implemented iPad's for our technicians around November 14 to address some inconsistencies in our inspection processes, hopefully this will improve the areas you are referring to. If you have any issues at all in the future please let me know and I will address them. We are always trying to improve our processes to provide the best service possible. Thanks again, Jamie Crutcher
Mark N.
04/2014
5.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
Brakes were squealing on my wife's car. I took the car to Crutchers to repair. I thought it would need a complete brake job, and was prepared to pay for that. Crutchers just said the pads needed to be resurfaced, only charged me $75. Crutchers is the only place I will take my vehicles for repair.
Description of Work: Brakes were squealing on my wife's car. I took the car to Crutchers to repair. I thought it would need a complete brake job, and was prepared to pay for that. Crutchers just said the pads needed to be resurfaced, only charged me $75.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75
RAY Q.
03/2014
5.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
Have always been totally satisfied with Crutcher's work. I am not an automotive expert, but I trust Crutcher's, who we have been using for 5+ years. This car had been in our family since it was purchased used in 2001. My wife loved the car, so when we got it back, we spent the money to get everything fixed that my niece had and quot;put up withand quot;. We enjoyed the car for two more years, until it was totaled when someone hit the car from the rear.
Description of Work: 2001 Chrysler Town & Country van. Acquired used from my niece. Rplcd valve cover gaskets $365, spark plugs $254, cleaned throttle body & fuel system $150m, rplcd EGR valve, Heater-A/C rplced blower motor & resistor $340, rplcd electric window regulator $274, rplcd electric door lock actuator $260.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,400
RAY Q.
03/2014
5.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
We have been using Crutcher's for engine and other major work for 5+ years - they were recommended to us by a tire service shop who does not do engine work. I am not an automotive expert, but I have trusted Crutcher's with such work on all of our cars. I would rather pay Crutcher's than take a car to a dealer to buy newer cars.
Description of Work: My son's 2005 Impala: Front brakes - resurfaced rotors $111 incl. tax, rear - resurfaced rotors $206 incl. tax, cooling system - replaced bypass hose $103 incl tax
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$420
Kevin W.
02/2014
1.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
It took over 4 hours for them to do this. They never told me it would take this long, did not give me an update as to why the progress was taking so long, and never apologized. This was my 4th or fifth visit here in the past for other services and this has happended to me each time.
Description of Work: I came in for an oil change and to have rear brake pad replaced.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$300
Response from Crutcher's Auto Repair
Hi, I'm very sorry for your bad experience,that's a service that should normally take 2 to 2.5 hours. I'm currently out of town with poor connections so I can't get in to see what went wrong. We have a much smaller crew on Saturdays which may have been part of it, during the week we could have taken you back home so you didn't have to wait. Regardless I'll look into it when I get back and try and see what happened. Thank you for your feedback and I hope to have more information soon. Jamie
James M.
01/2014
5.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
I have used Crutchers repeatedly and I enjoy doing business with them.
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Mark N.
11/2013
5.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
GOOD HONEST MECHANIC HERE. VERY KNOWLEGEABLE! VERY HONEST!
Description of Work: REPAIRED MY CAR
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Chad B.
10/2013
5.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
I called and got an estimate, it was less than the dealer wanted. Dropped off car in the evening. They looked at car next morning and called me right away. They said pads needed to be replaced, rotors were fine. They also said I didn't need an additional service that the dealer recommended. The repairs were done quickly and when I picked up car everything looked great.
Description of Work: Replaced brake pads and turned rotors on both axels.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Jesse W.
09/2013
5.0
muffler repair, auto repair, car tires, transmission repair, car inspections
+ 3 more
Last service I had done was replacing two spark plugs that were stuck and I couldn't get out on my own. I have been having my Toyota Camry and Nissan pickup serviced by this auto repair company for the past 3 years. I've spent probably near two thousand dollars in replacing parts that went bad, new tires, and general maintenance. Each service has been great. Perks are they are willing to drive you to your work office (and back) if you're local for free while they work on your car, that way you can do your job while they do theirs! They also have free Wi-Fi if you choose to stay in their office while they work on your vehicle.
Description of Work: Spark plug replacements.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$22.3
Kent B.
09/2013
5.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
The van looks great! They have repaired 3 of our cars in the past and we have always been very happy with their service.
Description of Work: Our son backed into our van, and they fixed everything.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
Deborah G.
07/2013
4.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
He got it up and running pretty quickly....was my son's car (student)...overall really came through for us in a pin ch.
Description of Work: replace engine parts and repair 2004 mazda 626
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
Bradley J N.
07/2013
5.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
EXCELLENT SERVICE !!!! Jamie worked with me to control costs and provide troubleshooting that I could not do myself. Additionally he provided top notch advice as to what we could do at home to facilitate the repairs and only using Crutchers for what we could not do at home. Additionally Crutchers can provide intergrated vehicle towing service. The BEST CHOICE for the home mechanic with reasonible abilities and know how who needs some professional advice.
Description of Work: Troubleshoot problems with my Daughter in laws 2004 PT Cruiser.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Jeffrey P.
04/2013
5.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
They are trustworthy, and reasonably priced. They are a small, locally owned shop which I appreciate. The quality of their work is very good.
Description of Work: I take my vehicle to Crutcher's Auto Repair Inc for repairs.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Jane T.
02/2012
5.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
In the past four years, I have had several really terrible service experiences with the dealership. Since I am self-employed and this van is vital to my business, I did not want to go the expense or wasted time experienced in the past with the dealership. So I tried Crutcher's. Because this is a business vehicle, they fit me in right away, quickly identified the problem, and did not charge me anything since it was a simple and quick fix. I did not lose any work time due their professional and honest work. I will always take my van to them in the future.
Description of Work: "Service Engine" light came on my 350 Ford Eco Van and the company determined that all that was needed was a minor adjustment to the fuel cap. They didn't charge me for the service.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Eugene H.
10/2011
4.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
My sons 1995 Lexus had two serious problems: a leaky power steering pump and a defective thermostat. Lexus of Nashville quoted 4 hours @ $98, plus taxes, HazMat fees, shop supplies, etc. They also quoted a and quot;remanufacturedand quot; PS pump for $200 and a new thermostat for $35. Crutcher's was willing to install a used PS pump and a new thermostat I had bought. Knowing the car would have to be repaired there or towed to another shop, I authorized the work to be done. My expectation was that I would save 25/35% off the dealer estimate. Three days later I went to get the car and was presented with a bill for $450.19. I said and quot;That's more than I expected, since i provided the parts and PS fluidand quot;. I was told the PS pump was a and quot;boogerand quot; to reach and had and quot;taken more time than usualand quot;. I paid and left without further discussion. The repairs were performed successfully and both parts are functioning well. Probably I should consider this experience to be a and quot;winand quot; because the car was repaired for $450 plus $80 parts, instead of the $650 to $700 (plus tow) I would have paid the dealer. Still, I can't get past the idea that $400 labor is too much for these routine remove-and-replace services. Conclusion: Crutcher's does excellent work, and they get paid very well for their work.
Description of Work: 1. Replaced thermostat (labor & coolant only) $150. Thermostat furnished by me 2. Replaced power steering pump (labor only) $300. All parts furnished by me Total $450.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
Paul M.
07/2011
5.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
Took a little longer than expected, but it did not cost as much as I thought it would
Description of Work: Tire rotate and balance, oil change
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$65
JASON S.
07/2011
4.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
I brought my Montero sport in for a 60,000 Mile service. Front desk person didn't seem to know what scheduled services should be done based on a 60K interval. I subsequently inquired with the dealer on what should be done as part of a 60K service I found out they missed the Differential service and will now have to either have go back or get that done somewhere else which is a major hassle. Their prices were not much better than what the dealer quoted either. I will say the work they did do seems good and the car runs fine but the Front desk people just need to do a better job knowing what needs to be done. After all, they are the supposed experts.
Description of Work: 60k Service, Timing Belt
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
$1,200
Response from Crutcher's Auto Repair
Hello and thank you for your feedback. I apologize for any inconvenience you experienced with us and will be glad to do anything I can to take care of it. Since every manufacturer uses different maintenance schedules we use an aftermarket system that collects them into one database. This is a pretty reliable source but the ultimate guide for each specific vehicle is the owners manual. When I first read your comments I thought maybe it had missed the differentials in the reproduction process however it is there as a 60K mile service item. I wasn’t familiar with your visit so I pulled up our history and see you came in with a broken ac belt and it appears we offered an estimate for replacing just the drive belts or a complete timing belt service. I also have estimates saved for the differential services and the spark plug and plug wire change (another 60K mile recommendation). My first though is possibly Scott (who I believe you were dealing with) was hesitant to continue presenting items to you since you were here for the first time and came in for a broken belt that turned into a $1000 service. We try hard to NOT obtain the reputation as a shop that will try to get every last dollar out of you when you come in. There would be some logic in thinking he was trying to not seem like one of those shops however I see while you were in we did change the transfer case fluid and the engine coolant which is also on the 60K list. Honestly I can’t figure out how the conversation about the differentials or the spark plugs for that matter would have been missed. If you email me directly @ jamie@crutchersautorepair.com I can give you my cell # as I would love to discuss this with you. I am always looking for ways to improve our communications and ways of doing things and would love some more details on where communications broke down. Thank you Jamie Crutcher
Jim M.
08/2010
5.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
Excellent. Having just moved to town i was without an established relationship with a shop. Found these guys and am not going to take my vehicles anyplace else. Scott was the contact at the garage. He kept me informed and the estimate was exactly what the final cost was. There was a little time needed to get the parts and accomplish the repairs. Worth the delay. They are "first come, first served" which i like....nobody jumping ahead of you, nor are you getting ahead of others.
Description of Work: Had heater core and resevoir replaced on my 02 F-250 super duty. A/C was evacutated and recharged.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$610
Martha W.
06/2010
5.0
auto repair
+ -1 more
Excellent. Mrs Crutcher even gave me a lift home since the job was going to take too long for me to wait. My daughter and I have both used Crutcher's for several years and have always been completely satisfied with pricing, service etc.
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FAQ
Crutcher's Auto Repair is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Crutcher's Auto Repair accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Crutcher's Auto Repair offers free project estimates.
No, Crutcher's Auto Repair does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Crutcher's Auto Repair does not offer a senior discount.
No, Crutcher's Auto Repair does not offer emergency services.
No, Crutcher's Auto Repair does not offer warranties.
Crutcher's Auto Repair offers the following services: Automobile repair, Routine maintenance such as Alignments, Oil Changes, Brakes, Filter changes, Fluid Changes and Flushes, Tune Ups, Timing Belts, Tires, Tire balancing auto maintenance, auto inspections, emissions & diagnostics.