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Top Rated Auto Repair — San Marcos, TX
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Chris M.
June 2026

Best transmission shop in Central Texas

My F-250 was slipping bad between 2nd and 3rd gear. Riley's diagnosed it same day, gave me a straight quote, and had it rebuilt in under a week. Shifts like new. They even called me twice with updates without me having to ask. This is how a shop is supposed to run.

2017 Ford F-250 Super DutyTransmission Rebuild
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Sandra L.
June 2026

Honest, fair, and fast

I was quoted $3,800 at another shop. Riley's looked at it, told me it only needed a solenoid pack and a fluid flush — came out to $420. They could have easily told me I needed a full rebuild and I wouldn't have known the difference. That kind of honesty is rare. I'll never go anywhere else.

2015 Chevrolet EquinoxTransmission Service
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Derek W.
May 2026

Transmission rebuild + HP Tuners tune — incredible combo

Had my 6L80 rebuilt and got an HP Tuners tune done at the same time. The truck pulls harder than it ever did from the factory. The guys here actually know what they're doing — they explained every step and the tune was dialed in perfectly for my mods. Worth every penny.

2019 GMC Sierra 1500Transmission Rebuild + HP Tuners
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Patricia M.
May 2026

Took care of my daughter's car like it was their own

My daughter is a student at Texas State and her car started having transmission issues. I called Riley's from Houston and they were so patient explaining everything over the phone. They kept her car safe, fixed it right, and even stayed a few minutes late so she could pick it up before class. That kind of customer care means everything.

2013 Honda AccordTransmission Repair
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James R.
April 2026

24-month warranty and they stand behind it

Had a rebuild done about 14 months ago. Noticed a slight shudder recently and brought it back in. No questions asked — they checked everything, found a minor valve body issue, and fixed it under warranty at zero cost. That 24-month/24K warranty is real. These guys stand behind their work.

2014 Ram 1500Transmission Rebuild (Warranty Return)
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Tanya B.
April 2026

Finally a shop that explains everything clearly

As a woman I've had bad experiences at shops where they talk down to me or try to upsell things I don't need. Riley's was completely different. They showed me exactly what was wrong, explained my options without pressure, and the price matched the quote exactly. My Camry runs perfectly now.

2016 Toyota CamryTransmission Flush & Brake Service
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Bobby K.
March 2026

Drove from Austin — worth the trip

I've got a specialty built Jeep and I wasn't going to trust it to just anyone. A friend in San Marcos recommended Riley's and I drove down from Austin. They knew exactly what I had, understood the custom transfer case setup, and did the work right. I'll make that drive every time.

2012 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (built)Transfer Case & Transmission Service
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Cynthia H.
March 2026

Financing made it possible

I was stressed about the cost of a full rebuild but they walked me through the Synchrony financing option and I was approved quickly. Payments are manageable and my car is back on the road. I really appreciated that they didn't just hand me a big bill — they helped me find a way to handle it.

2011 Nissan AltimaTransmission Rebuild (Financed)
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Greg F.
February 2026

Family business that treats you like family

Been coming here for 12 years across three different vehicles. The prices are fair, the work is solid, and they remember you. My son just started bringing his truck here too. When you find a shop you can trust, you stick with them.

Multiple vehiclesOngoing maintenance & repairs
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Maria G.
February 2026

Quick turnaround on my A/C

Brought my Tahoe in because the A/C was blowing warm. They diagnosed a refrigerant leak, fixed the line, recharged the system, and had it back to me the same afternoon. Ice cold now. Fair price and no upsell attempt. Highly recommend.

2018 Chevrolet TahoeA/C Repair
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Tony S.
January 2026

Honest diagnosis saved me thousands

Dealer told me I needed a new transmission — $6,500. Brought it to Riley's for a second opinion. Turned out it was a bad speed sensor and a fluid flush. $280 total. My truck has been running perfectly for months since. Always get a second opinion, and make Riley's your first call.

2016 Ford F-150Transmission Diagnosis & Repair
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Kelsey D.
January 2026

Brake job done right the first time

Had front and rear brakes done along with a rotor replacement. They showed me the worn rotors before replacing them — didn't just tell me, they showed me. Car stops on a dime now. Friendly staff, clean shop, fair pricing. Will be back for my next service.

2020 Toyota RAV4Brake Service
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Robert N.
June 2026

CVT service done right

Most shops won't touch CVT transmissions or they charge a fortune. Riley's did the full fluid exchange on my Rogue, explained the process, and charged a fair price. No drama, no upsell. The car shifts smoother than it has in years. These guys know their stuff.

2017 Nissan RogueCVT Transmission Service
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Amanda P.
May 2026

They squeezed me in same day

Check engine light came on the morning of a road trip. Called Riley's at 8am and they got me in by 9. Diagnosed a faulty O2 sensor, had the part, and fixed it by noon. I made my trip. That kind of responsiveness is everything when you're in a bind.

2014 Subaru OutbackEngine Diagnostics & Repair
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David C.
April 2026

Old school quality, modern knowledge

Riley's has been around since 1978 and you can tell — they have the experience that newer shops just don't have. But they're also up to date on modern vehicles and diagnostics. Had my 2022 truck serviced here and they knew it inside and out. Best of both worlds.

2022 Ram 2500Transmission Service & Inspection

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