Auto Repair Shops in Billings, MT. 11 Mechanics Compared

Independent shops in Montana usually charge $90 to $125 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 Montana rates, a spark plug replacement runs about $110 to $410 and a coolant flush runs about $90 to $200 for a midsize car.

Of the 9 Billings listings that post their hours, 7 open on Saturday and 7 on Sunday. 7 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.

5 businesses in Billings have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 3 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 48 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, Billings has 1 RV and trailer shop and 5 heavy duty and fleet shops. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.

Montana does not require periodic safety or emissions inspections for passenger cars. A VIN inspection is needed only in some cases, such as a vehicle with an out of state or Montana salvage certificate or when the vehicle's identity is in question. Details are on the Montana Motor Vehicle Division site.

Owning a Car in Billings

32Days a Year at 90°F or Hotter

142Nights a Year at or Below Freezing

14Inches of Rain a Year

57Inches of Snow a Year

16Minute Average Commute

1.9Cars per Household

5%Households With No Car

78%Drive to Work Alone

Summers here bring about 32 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 142 nights a year. Cold is when a weak battery finally fails, because a cold engine takes more power to turn over. Billings averages 57 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 Billings is 16 minutes each way, and 78% of workers drive there alone.

Sources, checked October 13, 2026

Weather: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, station Billings Logan International Airport
Households and commutes: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024, Billings city

Pre-Purchase Inspections in Billings

Buying a used car in Billings? 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.

There are 95 car lots within 8 miles of Billings, and 75 of them sell used. PPI Auto grades 58 of them A to F from their reviews, and 7 get an F. See the Billings dealer grades before you go look at a car.

Montana 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 Billings

How many auto repair businesses are there in Billings?

We list 11 in Billings, MT. 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 Billings?

Yellowstone Auto Repair currently holds the highest rating in Billings at 5.0 stars from 76 reviews. Yellowstone Auto Repair, Precision Mobile Automotive Repair LLC, Walls Mobile Truck & Auto Repair 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 Billings?

Yes. 10 of the businesses we list in Billings 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 Billings?

Independent shops in Montana usually bill $90 to $125 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 Montana require a car inspection?

Are any mechanics in Billings open on Sunday?

Yes. 7 of the businesses we list in Billings show Sunday hours, including MAXIE'S MOBILE AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR, Precision Mobile Automotive Repair LLC and Walls Mobile Truck & Auto Repair. Call first, because Sunday hours are often short and some only take emergencies.

How do I know a shop in Billings 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 11 listings in Billings 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 Billings?

Usually not. 10 of the businesses in Billings 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 Billings affect my car?

Billings gets about 142 nights a year at or below freezing and 57 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 Billings?

Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Billings 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 Billings? A mobile mechanic from the next town over will often make the trip. See all 22 cities in Montana.

Laurel, MT1 mechanics · 13 miTop rated: BW Mobile Solutions 5.0★Hardin, MT1 mechanics · 46 miTop rated: Kyle's Mobile Diesel Repair 4.8★

Bozeman, MT10 mechanics · 121 miTop rated: Bozeman Community Auto 4.9★

Belgrade, MT1 mechanics · 127 mi

Ennis, MT2 mechanics · 157 miTop rated: BJC RV Inspections & Mobile Repair Service 5.0★East Helena, MT1 mechanics · 170 miTop rated: Moreno Mobile Mechanic 5.0★Helena, MT1 mechanics · 175 miTop rated: Joshman's Mobile Repair 4.8★

Black Eagle, MT1 mechanics · 176 miTop rated: Great Falls Auto Repair 4.5★

What Car Repairs Cost in Billings, MT

Typical independent shop prices at Montana 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.

Spark plug replacement cost $110 to $410 AC compressor replacement cost $575 to $1,300 Tire rotation cost $25 to $55 Coolant flush cost $90 to $200 EGR valve replacement cost $180 to $710 Transmission replacement cost $2,040 to $4,650

FOR BILLINGS BUSINESSES

Work on cars in Billings?

Claim your free listing to add photos, services, and hours, and stand out from every other shop in Billings 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 →