MechanicRankAuto services directory (866) 948-1670Call
CT • 7 BUSINESSES

Auto Repair Shops and Mobile Mechanics in Groton, CT

MechanicRank lists 7 auto repair businesses in Groton, CT. 3 run auto repair shops you can drive to. The best rated with a real review history is S & S Transmission, at 4.8 stars from 105 reviews. Every listing shows the phone number, hours and reviews. Or send one free quote request and a local mechanic calls you back.

Need Work Done in Groton? Get a Free Quote.

Tell us what the car is doing. A local mechanic calls you back, most requests get a call back the same day. No fee, no obligation.

💬 Request a Mechanic Quote →
Service Types 4
Auto Repair Shops 3 Body & Collision 1 Tire Shops 2 Transmission 1

Map of Mechanics in Groton

7 pinned locations · open the full MechanicRank map →

All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in Groton

7 independent businesses in our directory.

Getting a Car Fixed in Groton

Independent shops in Connecticut usually charge $105 to $150 an hour for labor, which is above the national average. A quote is the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts. At Connecticut rates, a brake fluid flush runs about $80 to $185 and a water pump replacement runs about $330 to $950 for a midsize car.

Of the 7 Groton listings that post their hours, 2 open on Saturday. None show Sunday hours, so a weekend breakdown usually means a mobile mechanic.

7 businesses in Groton have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 5 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 128 or more reviews. A shop with a long history and a 4.6 is a safer call than a perfect 5.0 from a handful of people.

For work a general shop may turn away, Groton has 1 transmission shop, 1 body and collision shop and 2 tire shops. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.

Most vehicles need an emissions test every two years. Vehicles younger than four model years, model year 2001 and older, and fully electric vehicles are exempt. Vehicles moving from another state need an emissions test, or a VIN verification if they are exempt from emissions testing. Details are on the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles site. Before any work, a repair shop must get the customer's signed written authorization with a written estimate of the maximum cost, and cannot charge more without the customer's consent. Customers can ask for replaced parts back when they authorize the work. Read the rule.

Owning a Car in Groton

107Nights a Year at or Below Freezing
39Inches of Rain a Year
18Minute Average Commute
1.54Cars per Household
11%Households With No Car
75%Drive to Work Alone

Lows drop to freezing on about 107 nights a year. Cold is when a weak battery finally fails, because a cold engine takes more power to turn over.

The average commute in Groton is 18 minutes each way, and 75% of workers drive there alone.

Sources, checked October 13, 2026

  • Weather: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, station Groton New London Airport
  • Households and commutes: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024, Groton city

Pre-Purchase Inspections in Groton

Buying a used car in Groton? PPI Auto, our sister company, sends an inspector to the car for $225 on most cars, pickups and SUVs. That is a 122 point check with a full scan and a road test, and the report comes back the same day. Dealer lot, private seller or auction, it works the same.

The nearest PPI Auto city is Hartford, about 44 miles away, and inspectors drive out to Groton.

Parts of Connecticut require an emissions test. Ask the seller for the last test report, and if the check engine light is on, walk away until someone has read the code.

Book a $225 Inspection Call 951-267-8500

Questions About Auto Repair in Groton

How many auto repair businesses are there in Groton?

We list 7 in Groton, CT. That covers mobile mechanics, workshops, diesel and heavy duty specialists, body shops and tire shops. Every one has its own page with the phone number, what they work on and the reviews we have found.

Who is the best rated mechanic in Groton?

S & S Transmission currently holds the highest rating in Groton at 4.8 stars from 105 reviews. S & S Transmission, Rich's Service Center, LLC, Karns Automotive Center are the top three by rating among businesses with a real review history behind them. We rank on the ratings themselves and nobody can pay to appear there.

How much do mechanics charge per hour in Groton?

Independent shops in Connecticut usually bill $105 to $150 an hour for labor. The national range is $95 to $140. Dealers charge more. Most quotes are the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts, so ask the shop how many hours it is billing you for.

Does Connecticut require a car inspection?

Most vehicles need an emissions test every two years. Vehicles younger than four model years, model year 2001 and older, and fully electric vehicles are exempt. Vehicles moving from another state need an emissions test, or a VIN verification if they are exempt from emissions testing.

How do I know a shop in Groton is trustworthy?

Look at the review count as well as the stars, because five stars from four people tells you very little. None of the 7 listings in Groton has been claimed yet, so call to confirm hours and what the shop works on. Before any work, a repair shop must get the customer's signed written authorization with a written estimate of the maximum cost, and cannot charge more without the customer's consent. Customers can ask for replaced parts back when they authorize the work. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.

How does winter in Groton affect my car?

Groton gets about 107 nights a year at or below freezing. Cold exposes a weak battery, and salted roads rust brake lines and exhaust parts. Test the battery in the fall and rinse the underbody in winter.

Can I get a pre-purchase inspection in Groton?

Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Groton for $225 on most cars, pickups and SUVs. The inspector comes to the car, runs a 122 point check and sends the report the same day. Call 951-267-8500 to book.

Mechanics in Nearby Cities

No luck in Groton? A mobile mechanic from the next town over will often make the trip. See all 79 cities in Connecticut.

Auto repair in New London, CTNew London, CT4 mechanics · 2 miTop rated: L&N Automotive LLC 5.0★Gales Ferry, CT2 mechanics · 7 miTop rated: C&J Roadside Llc 4.6★Auto repair in Niantic, CTNiantic, CT1 mechanics · 7 miTop rated: A-1 Auto Center LLC 4.9★Ledyard, CT1 mechanics · 8 miAuto repair in Old Lyme, CTOld Lyme, CT1 mechanics · 12 miTop rated: All Pro Automotive 4.8★Auto repair in Norwich, CTNorwich, CT3 mechanics · 15 miTop rated: Manny Mobile Garage 4.9★Old Saybrook, CT2 mechanics · 17 miTop rated: Root's Auto Repair 4.9★Taftville, CT1 mechanics · 17 miTop rated: GnA Mechanic On Wheels 4.9★

What Car Repairs Cost in Groton, CT

Typical independent shop prices at Connecticut labor rates, parts and labor, for a midsize car. Each guide shows the price for your vehicle and what to ask before you pay. See all 91 repair cost guides.

Shock absorber replacement cost $205 to $650Brake fluid flush cost $80 to $185Thermostat replacement cost $115 to $420Exhaust leak repair cost $135 to $625Blend door actuator replacement cost $150 to $725Mass air flow sensor replacement cost $120 to $440
FOR GROTON BUSINESSES

Work on cars in Groton?

Claim your free listing to add photos, services, and hours, and stand out from every other shop in Groton with a Mechanic Rank certification.

Not on this page? Add your business free, we review every submission by hand before it goes live.

Claim Your Free Listing Get Certified →