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Auto Repair Shops and Mobile Mechanics in Salem, OR
MechanicRank lists 9 auto repair businesses in Salem, OR. 3 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 Brooks Automotive, at 4.8 stars from 82 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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All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in Salem
9 independent businesses in our directory.
A1 Mobile Mechanics
Car repair and maintenance service
Salem, OR
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McFarland's Mobile Mechanics
Auto repair shop
Salem, OR
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Brooks Automotive
Auto repair shop
Salem, OR
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RPD Services
Truck repair shop
Salem, OR
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AJ's Auto Repair
Auto repair shop
Salem, OR
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Silverton Road Automotive LLC
Auto repair shop
Salem, OR
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Carlson’s Auto Repair
Auto repair shop
Salem, OR
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America's Truck and Trailer Repair
Truck repair shop
Salem, OR
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Getting a Car Fixed in Salem
Independent shops in Oregon usually charge $100 to $145 an hour for labor, which is about the national average. A quote is the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts. At Oregon rates, a coolant flush runs about $95 to $220 and a starter replacement runs about $250 to $760 for a midsize car.
Of the 9 Salem listings that post their hours, 4 open on Saturday and 3 on Sunday. 5 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.
9 businesses in Salem 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 82 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, Salem has 1 RV and trailer shop and 1 heavy duty and fleet shop. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.
Oregon has no safety inspection. Cars registered inside the Portland area or Medford area testing boundaries need a DEQ emissions test when they renew registration. Portland tests 1975 and newer vehicles, Medford tests vehicles 20 years old or newer, and the newest model years and fully electric vehicles are exempt. Details are on the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, Vehicle Inspection Program site. A repair shop must prepare an estimate before it starts work and give the owner a copy. If the estimate shows work will cost more than $200, the shop needs the owner's authorization first. Read the rule.
Owning a Car in Salem
18Days a Year at 90°F or Hotter
49Nights a Year at or Below Freezing
40Inches of Rain a Year
22Minute Average Commute
1.72Cars per Household
8%Households With No Car
65%Drive to Work Alone
It freezes on about 49 nights a year here. Not many, but the first cold snap is when a weak battery shows itself, so test it in the fall.
About 40 inches of rain fall in a year. Worn tires lose grip on wet roads well before they look bald, and streaky wipers are a cheap fix worth doing before the wet season, not during it.
The average commute in Salem is 22 minutes each way, and 65% of workers drive there alone.
Sources, checked October 13, 2026
- Weather: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, station Salem Mcnary Fld
- Households and commutes: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024, Salem city
Pre-Purchase Inspections in Salem
Buying a used car in Salem? 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 Portland, about 44 miles away, and inspectors drive out to Salem.
Parts of Oregon 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.
Questions About Auto Repair in Salem
How many auto repair businesses are there in Salem?
We list 9 in Salem, OR. 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 Salem?
Brooks Automotive currently holds the highest rating in Salem at 4.8 stars from 82 reviews. Brooks Automotive, TrueFix Garage & Mobile., RPD Services 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 Salem?
Yes. 3 of the businesses we list in Salem 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 Salem?
Independent shops in Oregon usually bill $100 to $145 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 Oregon require a car inspection?
Oregon has no safety inspection. Cars registered inside the Portland area or Medford area testing boundaries need a DEQ emissions test when they renew registration. Portland tests 1975 and newer vehicles, Medford tests vehicles 20 years old or newer, and the newest model years and fully electric vehicles are exempt.
Are any mechanics in Salem open on Sunday?
Yes. 3 of the businesses we list in Salem show Sunday hours, including TrueFix Garage & Mobile., A1 Mobile Mechanics and America's Truck and Trailer Repair. Call first, because Sunday hours are often short and some only take emergencies.
How do I know a shop in Salem 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 9 listings in Salem has been claimed yet, so call to confirm hours and what the shop works on. A repair shop must prepare an estimate before it starts work and give the owner a copy. If the estimate shows work will cost more than $200, the shop needs the owner's authorization first. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.
Does it cost more to use a mobile mechanic in Salem?
Usually not. 3 of the businesses in Salem 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.
Can I get a pre-purchase inspection in Salem?
Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Salem 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
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What Car Repairs Cost in Salem, OR
Typical independent shop prices at Oregon 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.
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