Vestavia’s Go-to Shop for Import
Auto Maintenance & Repairs
One of the largest cities in Jefferson County, Vestavia Hills is the perfect combination of beautiful homes, peaceful neighborhoods, & dozens of parks and recreational facilities. With how popular the area continues to be and the amount of traffic in and out of town growing annually, more drivers are turning to Import cars for added comfort, improved reliability, & better overall performance. Drivers in the area need to know that they can count on their cars and sticking with your make & model’s unique service plan plays a large part in enjoying the best performance possible. At Franklin Automotive, our ASE certified mechanics help drivers all throughout the Vestavia Hills area take better care of their Import vehicles.
With over 150 years of combined experience, our certified technicians understand just how important accuracy is when it comes to your vehicle. We work with you to make the maintenance process as easy and convenient as possible. From initial diagnostics to any necessary repairs, we make sure you always know exactly what your car needs. The result is a custom service plan that fits your car’s needs, your schedule, & your budget.
Better Service for Your Car Starts Here
Since 1992 the team at Franklin Automotive has helped drivers take complete care of their car. With all the latest factory-grade tools & equipment, our mechanics handle everything your car needs including:
- A/C Service & Repair
- Brake Service & Repair
- Check Engine Light Maintenance
- Clutch Repairs
- Diagnostic Inspections
- Engine Repairs
- Factory Scheduled Services
- Fluid Checks & Changes
- Mileage Specific Maintenance
- Oil Change Services
- Oil Leak Repairs
- Preventative Maintenance
- Suspension Repairs
- Transmission Repairs
- Tire Services
- Wheel Alignments
No matter what your car needs, we guarantee your satisfaction with every visit. Backed by our minimum 12-month/12,000-mile warranty, we make sure that you can continue to drive with confidence long after you’ve left our shop.
Schedule an Appointment Today
At Franklin Automotive we’ve offered drivers throughout the Vestavia Hills are an affordable, reliable alternative to dealership services since 1992. If your Import car is due for maintenance or you’re dealing with any emergencies, our certified technicians are here to help. Please call or visit our shop today to learn more.
- 2021-03-27The most professional and knowledgeable staff. This is my garage shop for rest of my life. Extremely pleased with vehicle service I received.Michael Brazy
- 2021-03-19Saved me $1,000! Estimate from Hoover Toyota was $1,200 and Franklin got the job done for $200.Brian Baker
- 2021-03-16They are always trustworthy and knowledgeable about our automobile issues. Charlie is a great service manager.Jamie White
- 2021-03-15Reasonably priced, excellent service. Appreciate their honesty of what you really need vs. everything that could be done.Sarah Ross
- 2021-03-13Very professional and compassionate people. From now on any time I have issues, I will be going to Franklin first!Moe & Delby
- 2021-03-04Amazing service, got me in and out in no time. The best of the best. Wouldn’t take my car anywhere else.Will Cosby
- 2021-03-01Our mechanic Luke was excellent. We have a 13 VW CC. He diagnosed our issue and fixed it quickly. Prices are great.Ben Wanagat
- 2021-02-02They’re honest and never try to convince me to get unnecessary services or repairs. Highly recommended!Olivia Williams
- 2021-01-27They’re honest and never try to convince me to get unnecessary services or repairs. Highly recommended!Olivia Williams
- 2021-01-26Nick and the staff at Franklin Automative are awesome. They are honest, friendly, and professional. I highly recommend their services.Tyler Welch - HHS
- 2021-01-19Franklin is really accommodating and responsive. If you keep your cars for many years, you'll want to get them serviced at Franklin.Gerriann Fagan
- 2021-01-19They quickly diagnosed the problem and had it repaired within an hour of diagnosing. Keep up the great work!Preston Cross
- 2021-01-12Fantastic place, great communication, reasonable prices. Certainly far better than the dealer.Ray Alner
- 2021-01-09There is never a good time to deal with car troubles, but the entire staff at Franklin Automotive went above and beyond to ensure that my car was fixed in a timely and affordable manner.Taylor Morrison
- 2020-12-19Franklin Automotive far exceeded my expectations for any automotive service center. They will treat you right !!Scott Holcombe
- 2020-12-07Expertise service for Lexus and Toyota for sure and very courteous staff, including the shuttle driver!!Marie Carter
- 2020-12-05They did a great job. My car (Volkswagon Jetta) runs like new. Very pleased with Franklin. The overall experience with them was great.Janet Collier
- 2020-12-02Fast,prompt, & very knowledgeable .Provided recommendations on how to maintain my vehicle as well.Osaruyi Imaghodor
- 2020-11-21These guys are honest, they don't have unreasonable prices, the people are all friendly, the drivers are amazing, and they are fast!!They quoted me $518 for a huge fix.James Clarke
- 2020-11-16Always quick and professional. Have never been talked into repairs or service that wasn't necessary.erin stamps
- 2020-11-11How refreshing to find such an honest repair shop! What a pleasant surprise!Frank Burford
- 2020-11-10Top notch facility ! What a wonderful place. I only wish it was closer to my home in Huntsville.kyle mclaughlan
- 2020-10-17Great service and nice waiting area. Very helpful and friendly.Reginald Smith
- 2020-08-17Best auto repair experience I've ever had! They were transparent, fair, informative and extremely friendly.Allie Tittle
- 2020-08-17Super great people here, never been taken advantage of!John Theabolt
- 2020-08-17Nic and the rest of the staff were very professional throughout the process of my APR installation.Martin Vasquez
- 2020-08-17Great service. I like the idea of making an appointment. Highly recommended by Discount Tire. Friendly staff. I was in and out in no time.J E
- 2020-07-17They said they had balanced tires and rims and never did...Franklin took care of me, even though I didn't buy rims and tires from them...They balanced my tires and removed the bumpy ride from my 2006 Avalon...Great service and great work done here...I highly recommend it...Selma Ville
- 2020-06-17I had a great experience at Franklin Automotive! The staff was so friendly and the customer service was wonderful!Lauren Morris
- 2020-06-17After looking for somewhere else to take our cars, we found Franklin and we couldn’t be happier. Charlie and the team are great.Jacklyn McGlothlin
- 2020-06-17Very professional, excellent service and service was done in a timely manner.Bonnie Meacham
- 2020-05-17Top quality, honest, and affordable auto service is what you get with Franklin Automotive. Highly recommended. 5 stars all the way!Music Is Life
- 2020-05-17Impeccable customer service, reasonably priced, and very honest with their work. They know customer service!Sheila H
- 2020-04-17Greg was friendly, very helpful, and best of all, honest. We ended up paying $500 less than what was originally quoted.Katie Hamilton
- 2020-04-17Through good times and bad, they've been consistently honest, professional, and punctual with every task we've taken them. I was amazed.Richie Gudzan
- 2020-03-17Franklin Automotive is amazing! Charlie is awesome, nice, friendly, professional and he goes above and beyond to help you.Palyn Softball
- 2020-02-17Great experience. Very friendly, accommodating, and helpful. I had a pre-purchase inspection. They explained the results in detail.Carolyn Robinson
- 2020-02-17I have taken my vehicles to Franklin Automotive several times, and I am always impressed by their customer service, value, and commitment to completing a service in a timely manner.Stacy Leger
- 2020-01-17They accommodated me and replaced the tire in less than 3 hours even though they didn't have it in stock.Vik Nainital