Auto Repair Shops in Coventry, RI. 5 Mechanics Compared

Independent shops in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island rates, a brake fluid flush runs about $75 to $180 and a brake rotor replacement runs about $200 to $590 for a midsize car.

Of the 4 Coventry listings that post their hours, 3 open on Saturday and 3 on Sunday. 2 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, Coventry has 1 body and collision shop and 1 heavy duty and fleet shop. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.

Cars and light trucks must pass a safety and emissions inspection at least once every 24 months, and fully electric cars get the safety part only. New cars are exempt for 2 years from purchase or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first. A used car newly registered in Rhode Island must have a valid Rhode Island sticker or pass inspection within 5 days. Details are on the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles site.

Pre-Purchase Inspections in Coventry

Buying a used car in Coventry? 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 72 car lots within 8 miles of Coventry, and 55 of them sell used. PPI Auto grades 50 of them A to F from their reviews, and 7 get an F. See the Providence dealer grades before you go look at a car.

Rhode Island requires inspections, but a passed sticker only means the car met the minimum on that day. It says nothing about the transmission, the frame or a leak that starts next month.

Book a $225 Inspection Call 951-267-8500

Questions About Auto Repair in Coventry

How many auto repair businesses are there in Coventry?

We list 5 in Coventry, RI. 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 Coventry?

Smitty's Auto Services Inc currently holds the highest rating in Coventry at 4.9 stars from 100 reviews. Smitty's Auto Services Inc 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 Coventry?

Yes. 4 of the businesses we list in Coventry 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 Coventry?

Independent shops in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island require a car inspection?

Are any mechanics in Coventry open on Sunday?

Yes. 3 of the businesses we list in Coventry show Sunday hours, including Anything & Everything Mobile Auto Repair, Express Mobile Truck Repair and Sam’s mobile body shop on wheels 50%off. Call first, because Sunday hours are often short and some only take emergencies.

How do I know a shop in Coventry 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 5 listings in Coventry 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 Coventry?

Usually not. 4 of the businesses in Coventry 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 Coventry?

Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Coventry 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 Coventry? A mobile mechanic from the next town over will often make the trip. See all 29 cities in Rhode Island.

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What Car Repairs Cost in Coventry, RI

Typical independent shop prices at Rhode Island 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.

Brake fluid flush cost $75 to $180 Power steering hose replacement cost $150 to $610 Shock absorber replacement cost $200 to $640 Transmission rebuild cost $1,700 to $4,230 Door lock actuator replacement cost $140 to $510 Radiator replacement cost $300 to $885

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