Rafa’s Route1 Auto Repair

Jan 30, 2025

Trustworthy

Jan 16, 2025

This place is awesome! The owner Rafa is an amazing man who treats you like a super star. He also explains things to you so you don't feel dumb about your cat. I've been going to him for years... will not go anywhere else. And he doesn't rip you off! He's fair with the prices

Jan 16, 2025

Very knowlegable auto repair mechanics and reasonably priced.

Jan 06, 2025

Quite frustrating experience and disappointing when a shop charges for a diagnosis but fails to pinpoint the issue, especially when another place was able to identify the problem so quickly and affordably. They charged me $85 for diagnosing the car but couldn't figure out where the oil leak was coming from. The mechanic claimed different parts were leaking based on the oil around the engine bay. He never answered nor called me back with a diagnosis report. I went to another shop, where they found that the vacuum pump pipe plug needed to be replaced. The part cost $9 and labor $80.

Dec 06, 2024

Sketchy shop

Nov 06, 2024

Amazing customer service. Highly recommend. I got locked out of my car and they came quickly to give me a hand.

Nov 06, 2024

I have known these people for over 20 years. They are the best, I would take my cars anywhere else.

Sep 06, 2024

Rafa does outstanding work and very reliable

Sep 06, 2024

Showed up at 4pm and was able to get a quote and pick up my vehicle the next day after steering problems. Very friendly, reasonable price and good work. Thank you guys.

Jun 06, 2024

I recommend them as a great place for your car maintenance, my car needed transmission replaced and Rafa got my car in and out on less than 24 hours with the cheapest rate in compare to any other shop which was pretty impressive he stayed past his closing hours to make sure I get the help I needed and good thing about Rafa is that he treats his customers as family and friends, he is always ready to help and respond to customer needs.

May 06, 2024

His repair shop provides automotive repair services at reasonable and transparent prices that align with our budget and expectations.

Apr 06, 2024

A crew of experts who truly look out for the people. You can just tell, by their knowledge, the immediate willingness to help, and how apparent it is that so many people trust this shop and Rafa with their cars. The first thing Rafa said to me was a clear cut answer about my legal rights for a dealership issue I asked him about. His transparency was exactly what I was searching for. Rafa and his team of auto engineers were then able to diagnose major, deep rooted issues that had gone unsolved for 3 months, thanks to the level of care and attention to detail provided. Extremely grateful and would highly recommend 🙌🏼

Apr 06, 2024

Bad customer service

Apr 06, 2024

Been taking all my cars to him for over 5 years. Never been disappointed. I’m a firm believer in getting things fix the first time around and so far he hasn’t disappointed me. I send all my people to him. Best Mechanic in the DMV.

Apr 06, 2024

My kids and I were traveling from Hampton, VA to DC when my car decided to have an issue 50 miles from getting to our destination. I was not sure where I should try to take my car to be looked at and repaired, but I know I needed to find somewhere fast. I stopped at one auto repair shop and asked a young man if he could be of help to my situation, but he informed me that he could not. He then referred me to go to Rafa's which I took his advice and did go because I would have been stranded in Woodbridge for the night. However, I arrived at Rafa's and gave him a call which to my surprise he answered and was extremely helpful to me. Rafa found that I had a Misfire 2 (tube-up) which was causing my issue from continuing to my destination successfully. He was even nice to my two kids which they enjoyed playing the Mortal Kombat game while we waited for the car to be worked on. Mind you, the I just showed up out of nowhere and Rafa accommodated both my kids and I all while having other cars that were being serviced. The service took about a hour to a hour and a half. I would like to say thank you very much for getting my kids and I back on the road so that we could make it to the baseball game which we did enjoy. If I know someone or have people traveling towards the Woodbridge area with some sort of car trouble, I will recommend them to come to Rafa's based on the magnificent service I received in such a short yet unexpected time.

Apr 06, 2024

Rafa is one of the best guys in woodbridge to bring your car to!I Trust him and his crew to get my vehicles repaired the right way, the first time.

Apr 06, 2024

Reasonably priced

Feb 06, 2024

A very dishonesty and dissipative repair shop with hidden "shop fees" a total rip off place. Mechanics don't know what they are doing, DO NOT HAVE THE CORRECT TOOLS FOR REPAIR, cannot even read the tech manual to properly conduct the repair. They damaged other parts of my car that they were not supposed repair, but did not have the correct tool to remove the components. A VERY CHEAP PLACE, THIRD WORLD REPAIR SHOP.

Feb 06, 2024

Did a great job on my vehicle. Rafa is a good guy who does great work. 👍

Feb 06, 2024

Excellent service

Feb 06, 2024

He’s fair and does honest work. I travel from Fredericksburg to Woodbridge cause I appreciate the work that he does!

Feb 06, 2024

I took my car to him, my car was leaking. He charge me $531 and told me he fix some hose and next day, when I went to pick my car he said there is more problem. He was keep increasing his price he gave me prices very over $1100, after I offered to pay for my own parts. I took my car from him and gave to another car shop and got my car fixed for. $144.95. He is very dishonest, deceiver & liar. His tech, doesn’t know, what they are doing, he said i need o change gasket’s & thermostat as well. I took my car to Michigan Auto they fix my car for only $144.95. I recommend Michigan auto & Pep boys very honest car repair shop.

Feb 06, 2024

I visited for an oil change last week. It was my first time coming here, however I was immensely satisfied with my visit. The young lady at the front desk was incredibly kind and informed me of all the pricing’s for different services. The oil change was done in a short amount of time and I was ready to go before I knew it. I appreciate how hands on the staff was and how welcomed they made me feel.

Feb 06, 2024

I'm super late posting this review but better late than never... I initially took my car to the Jeep dealership who wanted an arm and a leg to fix my car, and was going to cost thousands. I picked my car up from the dealership and brought it here for a second opinion, based on the decent reviews already posted. Mind you, I'm very wary of mechanics because as a woman, I do feel as though it's easy to take advantage. I got no such treatment here. I dropped off my car and received calls on exactly what was happening and what to expect, as well as upfront costs that were better than previously quoted. Its been a month or so and my car is performing just fine. I've since dropped in to get a tire plugged and was seen fairly quickly and then headed out on my way. Definitely my permanent mechanic.

Feb 06, 2024

Moved to the area a year ago and was nervous on who to work on my baby…. Rafa and his guys took care of me and for 1/2 the price and more work than other shops offered me!!! Truly amazing and a blessing… Quick, effecient and great pricing!!!

Feb 06, 2024

Rafa had amazing service and was helpful in fixing my car. He also took the time to send pictures during the process

Feb 06, 2024

Rafa has outstanding customer service at Affordable rates

Feb 06, 2024

RafaTeam and his team of gifted mechanics are the best 👌 that I have ever seen. At the age of 65 years old I am driving a Mercedes Benz that has been around the block a few times .

Feb 06, 2024

Reasonable cost and good work

Feb 06, 2024

So I came from nc my truck went out it was my alternator and the harness Rafa not only did he help me find a tow truck to get my car to him he also found us a room to stay in until he was able to get my part he also found me a Uber to get there when we discovered it'll be some time before h was able to get my harness he also major fast respectable and friendly I love his shop and will refer anyone that is jn the area I've never been to Woodbridge before and let's just say the folks here are definitely kind and respectful I love it here and will be back thanks to everyone that has helped us can't leave out the fact he sent a driver to get my part to speed my process up I love it here if you're looking for a professional mechanic RAFA'S IS IT STOP LOOKING!!!! Oooooo yea and he stayed over after hours to help us I was blessed to have met him 🤞🏾😫🙏🏽🙏🏽🙌🏾🙌🏾💪🏾❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Feb 06, 2024

The best damn automotive repair shop around, hands down!!!👍💯😁

Feb 06, 2024

We needed an O2 sensor replaced on our RV. There are about a dozen auto repair shops in this building. They all turned me down for various reasons until I came to Rafa. He immediately offered to help us. Very friendly service. Work was completed competently and at a reasonable price. Next time I will go to Rafa’s first.

Feb 06, 2023

Exelent costumer services, answer any questions with the right answer and prices.

Feb 06, 2023

My experience with Rafa’s and his staff was simply amazing.

Feb 06, 2023

Rafa is your guy. His team of qualified and skilled mechanics go the extra step to make sure you’re not getting ripped off. They genuinely care about all customers. If you need anything fixed go here don’t waste your time at other shops being sold stuff your vehicle doesn’t need. The dealer quoted me 2700 and rafa took care of it for 150$. Doesn’t get better than that.

Feb 06, 2023

Thank you for doing an excellent job on my car