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Auto Repair Shops and Mobile Mechanics in Lawrence, KS

MechanicRank lists 8 auto repair businesses in Lawrence, KS. 7 are mobile mechanics who come to your home or work and 5 run auto repair shops you can drive to. Some do both. The best rated with a real review history is Affordable Roadside LLC, at 5.0 stars from 28 reviews. Every listing shows the phone number, hours and reviews. Or send one free quote request and a local mechanic calls you back.

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Mobile Mechanics 7 Auto Repair Shops 5 Diesel Specialists 1

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All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in Lawrence

8 independent businesses in our directory.

Getting a Car Fixed in Lawrence

Independent shops in Kansas usually charge $85 to $120 an hour for labor, which is below the national average. A quote is the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts. At Kansas rates, a water pump replacement runs about $290 to $830 and a transmission fluid change runs about $120 to $340 for a midsize car.

Of the 7 Lawrence listings that post their hours, 7 open on Saturday and 6 on Sunday. 4 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.

For work a general shop may turn away, Lawrence has 1 diesel specialist. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.

Kansas does not have a safety or emissions inspection program. A vehicle with an out of state title must pass a VIN inspection at a Kansas motor vehicle inspection station before it can be titled in Kansas. Details are on the Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles site.

Owning a Car in Lawrence

42Days a Year at 90°F or Hotter
104Nights a Year at or Below Freezing
39Inches of Rain a Year
10Inches of Snow a Year
20Minute Average Commute
1.7Cars per Household
8%Households With No Car
68%Drive to Work Alone

Summers here bring about 42 days at 90°F or hotter. That is enough to finish off a tired battery or a weak AC compressor, so get both checked in spring rather than on the first hot day.

Lows drop to freezing on about 104 nights a year. Cold is when a weak battery finally fails, because a cold engine takes more power to turn over. Lawrence averages 10 inches of snow, and road salt eats brake lines, exhaust and the underside of the car. Rinse the underbody through the winter and have the brake lines looked at whenever the car is up on a lift.

The average commute in Lawrence is 20 minutes each way, and 68% of workers drive there alone.

Sources, checked October 13, 2026

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

Pre-Purchase Inspections in Lawrence

Buying a used car in Lawrence? 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 Kansas City, about 38 miles away, and inspectors drive out to Lawrence.

Kansas has no regular safety or emissions inspection, so unless the last owner paid for one, nobody has looked under that car.

Book a $225 Inspection Call 951-267-8500

Questions About Auto Repair in Lawrence

How many auto repair businesses are there in Lawrence?

We list 8 in Lawrence, KS. 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 Lawrence?

Affordable Roadside LLC currently holds the highest rating in Lawrence at 5.0 stars from 28 reviews. Affordable Roadside LLC, Westside 66 And Carwash 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.

Are there mobile mechanics in Lawrence?

Yes. 7 of the businesses we list in Lawrence will travel to you rather than making you bring the car in. That covers most servicing, brakes, batteries, diagnostics and plenty of repairs that do not need a lift.

How much do mechanics charge per hour in Lawrence?

Independent shops in Kansas usually bill $85 to $120 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 Kansas require a car inspection?

Kansas does not have a safety or emissions inspection program. A vehicle with an out of state title must pass a VIN inspection at a Kansas motor vehicle inspection station before it can be titled in Kansas.

Are any mechanics in Lawrence open on Sunday?

Yes. 6 of the businesses we list in Lawrence show Sunday hours, including Affordable Roadside LLC, Kiff Complete Mobile Repair and All In Juan | Mobile Mechanic | Outdoor Maintenance. Call first, because Sunday hours are often short and some only take emergencies.

How do I know a shop in Lawrence 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 8 listings in Lawrence has been claimed yet, so call to confirm hours and what the shop works on. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.

Does it cost more to use a mobile mechanic in Lawrence?

Usually not. 7 of the businesses in Lawrence come to you, and with no building to pay for, they often charge a bit less than a shop. What they cannot do in a driveway is work that needs a lift or a press, so heavy jobs still go to a shop.

How does winter in Lawrence affect my car?

Lawrence gets about 104 nights a year at or below freezing and 10 inches of snow. 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 Lawrence?

Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Lawrence 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 Lawrence? A mobile mechanic from the next town over will often make the trip. See all 64 cities in Kansas.

Tonganoxie, KS1 mechanics · 14 miGardner, KS3 mechanics · 21 miTop rated: Clayton Mobile Repair 5.0★Basehor, KS1 mechanics · 22 miAuto repair in Topeka, KSTopeka, KS13 mechanics · 24 miTop rated: Automotion 4.8★Auto repair in Olathe, KSOlathe, KS8 mechanics · 25 miTop rated: SK Mechanic Professional Auto Repair 4.9★Auto repair in Lenexa, KSLenexa, KS7 mechanics · 25 miTop rated: BURNETT AUTOMOTIVE 4.9★Ottawa, KS5 mechanics · 25 miTop rated: Main Street Auto 4.8★Auto repair in Shawnee, KSShawnee, KS15 mechanics · 25 miTop rated: Mark Mazza Automotive Repair LLC 4.9★

What Car Repairs Cost in Lawrence, KS

Typical independent shop prices at Kansas 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.

AC condenser replacement cost $350 to $1,030Water pump replacement cost $290 to $830Transmission fluid change cost $120 to $340Exhaust manifold replacement cost $420 to $1,600Brake caliper replacement cost $175 to $490Shock absorber replacement cost $185 to $590
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