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Auto Repair Shops and Mobile Mechanics in Great Falls, MT

MechanicRank lists 12 auto repair businesses in Great Falls, MT. 6 are mobile mechanics who come to your home or work and 7 run auto repair shops you can drive to. Some do both. The best rated with a real review history is Automotive Service Inc., at 4.8 stars from 45 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 6 Auto Repair Shops 7 Heavy Duty & Fleet 2 Trailer & RV Repair 2 Specialty Services 1

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All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in Great Falls

12 independent businesses in our directory.

Getting a Car Fixed in Great Falls

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 valve cover gasket replacement runs about $145 to $505 and an alternator replacement runs about $270 to $760 for a midsize car.

Of the 11 Great Falls listings that post their hours, 6 open on Saturday and 5 on Sunday. 4 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.

6 businesses in Great Falls have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 6 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 47 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, Great Falls has 2 RV and trailer shops and 2 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 Great Falls

25Days a Year at 90°F or Hotter
143Nights a Year at or Below Freezing
15Inches of Rain a Year
15Minute Average Commute
1.84Cars per Household
7%Households With No Car
79%Drive to Work Alone

Summers here bring about 25 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 143 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 Great Falls is 15 minutes each way, and 79% of workers drive there alone.

Sources, checked October 13, 2026

  • Weather: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, station Great Falls 16St
  • Households and commutes: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024, Great Falls city

Junkyards and Salvage Yards Near Great Falls

3 junkyards, salvage yards and used parts yards within 8 miles of Great Falls, the most reviewed first.

A used part can take a real bite out of a repair bill. Ask your mechanic before you buy one, because some shops will not warranty labor on a part you bring in. Call the yard first too. Stock changes every day. To check hundreds of yards at once, search the part on Car-Part.com.

Sources, checked October 13, 2026

  • Public map listings for junkyards around Great Falls

Pre-Purchase Inspections in Great Falls

Buying a used car in Great Falls? 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.

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 Great Falls

How many auto repair businesses are there in Great Falls?

We list 12 in Great Falls, 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 Great Falls?

Automotive Service Inc. currently holds the highest rating in Great Falls at 4.8 stars from 45 reviews. Automotive Service Inc., 406 Fleet Maintenance, Mr. Tune Up 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 Great Falls?

Yes. 6 of the businesses we list in Great Falls 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 Great Falls?

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?

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.

Are any mechanics in Great Falls open on Sunday?

Yes. 5 of the businesses we list in Great Falls show Sunday hours, including Mobile Truck & Trailer Repair, CMP Automotive Mobile Mechanic and Haworth and Sons Mobile Mechanic. Call first, because Sunday hours are often short and some only take emergencies.

How do I know a shop in Great Falls 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 12 listings in Great Falls 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 Great Falls?

Usually not. 6 of the businesses in Great Falls 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 Great Falls affect my car?

Great Falls gets about 143 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.

Where are the junkyards in Great Falls?

The most reviewed junkyards and used parts yards near Great Falls are Ralph Ward & Sons Auto Parts Inc, Moltzan's Auto and Filipowicz Brothers Salvage. Call before you go, because what is on the lot changes daily.

Can I get a pre-purchase inspection in Great Falls?

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

Auto repair in Black Eagle, MTBlack Eagle, MT1 mechanics · 3 miTop rated: Great Falls Auto Repair 4.5★Vaughn, MT1 mechanics · 13 miEast Helena, MT1 mechanics · 70 miTop rated: Moreno Mobile Mechanic 5.0★Helena, MT1 mechanics · 71 miTop rated: Joshman's Mobile Repair 4.8★Garrison, MT1 mechanics · 98 miTop rated: Diesel Daddy Mobile Truck Repair 4.7★Deer Lodge, MT1 mechanics · 102 miTop rated: Clawson Mobile Repair LLC 4.9★Auto repair in Belgrade, MTBelgrade, MT1 mechanics · 119 miAuto repair in Bozeman, MTBozeman, MT10 mechanics · 126 miTop rated: Bozeman Community Auto 4.9★

What Car Repairs Cost in Great Falls, 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.

Headlight replacement cost $45 to $580Engine replacement cost $2,900 to $7,250Blend door actuator replacement cost $135 to $640Brake line replacement cost $120 to $750Differential fluid change cost $70 to $215EGR valve replacement cost $180 to $710
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