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title: The 3 Best Auto repair shops in Meriden | Local Three
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updated: 2026-11-05
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Meriden · Auto repair shops

# The 3 Best Auto repair shops in Meriden

2027 Edition

Three auto repair shops in Meriden worth calling first, chosen from 53 local companies on their public record. Here is why each one made it.

Updated November 5, 2026 By the Local Three editors [How we select](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-select/)

In short

Of the 53 auto repair shops we reviewed in Meriden, these three had the strongest records: 557 public reviews between them, averaging 4.9 out of 5.

Local Three editors · November 5, 2026

Editor's Pick

## [SAF-T Auto Centers](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-8e9e5f1d9e14b8d1/)

**4.9** from 204 reviews

Based in

Wallingford

Coverage

Based in Meriden

### Why we picked them

The strongest overall record of the 53 auto repair shops we reviewed in Meriden: rating, review volume, recent activity and years in business, taken together.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 203-872-9923](tel:+12038729923)[Website](https://saftauto.com/)

Reader Favorite

## [Portland Automotive](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-b8243aa694974d8e/)

**4.8** from 275 reviews

Based in

Portland

Coverage

Based in Meriden

### Why we picked them

More client reviews than any other selection: 275 of them, averaging 4.8 out of 5.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 860-342-0640](tel:+18603420640)[Website](https://www.portlandautomotive.com/)

Selection 03

## [Copeland Auto Repair](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-c5f9e5e78a4977af/)

**4.9** from 78 reviews

Based in

Cheshire

Coverage

Based in Meriden

### Why we picked them

A steady public record: 4.9 from 78 reviews.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 203-272-5518](tel:+12032725518)[Website](http://www.autorepaircheshire.com/)

Beyond the three

## More auto repair shops in Meriden

Other Meriden companies that met our basic bar. We looked at 53 in all for this work.

- Mitchell-Schuster Automotive 4.9 · 104
- Civali's Auto 4.8 · 108
- GT Tire & Service Center 4.7 · 175
- Brake Pro 4.9 · 60
- Safe Auto Service 4.7 · 133
- Hometown Garage 5.0 · 38
- Nelson's Automotive Service Center 4.7 · 108
- Volpe & Sons Automotive 4.8 · 68
- [Monro Auto Service and Tire Centers](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-c2e8c50719c9b8e1/) 4.6 · 188
- Meineke Car Care Center 4.5 · 258
- Personal Auto Care Service Center 4.6 · 133
- Gordie's Auto Repair 5.0 · 28
- [Computer Tune and Lube](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-51e1ea261995f254/) 4.6 · 118
- [Moore Brothers Inc.](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-0e39b8d28a9f4837/) 4.7 · 58
- Mantz Auto Sales & Repair 4.8 · 36
- Keith's Dependable Auto Services 4.8 · 35
- Dean Autoworks 4.6 · 65
- Duddie Automotive 4.8 · 28
- Fine Tunes 4.8 · 28
- Frenchy's Auto Repair 4.6 · 108
- L and S Automotive 4.4 · 165
- Untouchable Towing 4.4 · 148
- Esposito's Automotive 4.9 · 28
- Meineke Car Care Center 4.3 · 265
- Mobil 1 Lube Express 4.4 · 117
- Checkered Flag Auto 4.8 · 18
- Northeast Motor Werks LLC 4.8 · 18
- Plantsville Auto Center 4.8 · 18
- Val's Auto Service 4.8 · 18
- Debaise Brothers Garage 4.9 · 14
- Valvoline Instant Oil Change 4.3 · 184
- Tyler's Total Truck Services 4.9 · 13
- CT Discount Muffler and Brakes 4.6 · 26
- Danny's Unlimited 4.7 · 18
- American Muffler and Brake Shop 4.4 · 55
- Meineke Car Care Center 4.3 · 98
- Midas 4.3 · 96
- ProTech Auto 4.4 · 48
- Greg's Automotive Sales & Service 4.8 · 18
- Town Fair Tire 4.1 · 298
- Mobil 1 Lube Express 4.3 · 48
- Modern Tire and Auto Service 4.2 · 87
- Valvoline Instant Oil Change 4.1 · 168
- Morin Diesel 4.2 · 45
- Town Fair Tire 4.0 · 288
- The Alderman Motor Company 4.2 · 28
- DATTCO Collision Repair: Connecticut 4.3 · 28
- Portland Transmission 4.1 · 18
- Stewart and Stevenson Atlantic 4.1 · 17
- Durham Auto Center 4.0 · 18

At a glance

## The three, side by side

Comparison of the selected auto repair shops in Meriden

| | 01 SAF-T Auto Centers | 02 Portland Automotive | 03 Copeland Auto Repair |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Editor's Pick | Reader Favorite | – |
| Rating | 4.9 · 204 reviews | 4.8 · 275 reviews | 4.9 · 78 reviews |
| In business | – | – | – |
| Budget | – | – | – |
| Free estimate | Ask | Ask | Ask |
| License | Not confirmed yet | Not confirmed yet | Not confirmed yet |
| Based in | Wallingford | Portland | Cheshire |

Methodology

## How we selected these businesses

Three is a deliberately small number. It forces us to leave out good companies.

[Read the full methodology](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-select/)

1.

**We start with everyone.** 53 auto repair shops in Meriden, from public listings and review platforms.

2.

**We remove the risky.** No working phone, too few genuine reviews or a weak rating.

3.

**We read the record.** Review volume and recency, years in business and the record checks we could confirm.

4.

**Editors keep three.** And write down who each one suits best.

[How we make money](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-make-money/).

Local facts · South Central Connecticut Planning Region

## Meriden, by the numbers

Public records tell you how busy the trade is and what the rules ask of every job. Read them before you call.

People per square mile

2,562

[Calculated from U.S. Census Bureau 2025 estimates and Gazetteer land area](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025

Land area

23.7 sq mi

[U.S. Census Bureau, 2025 Gazetteer files](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025

Meriden residents

60,810

[U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · July 1, 2025

Population change since 2020: from 60,830 (April 2020 base)

-0.0%

[U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · 2020–2025

Public sources, checked November 5, 2026.

Local guide

## Hiring auto repair shops in Meriden: what to know first

### Check the license

Look the company up on your state’s license search, and ask for insurance papers sent by the insurer.

### Compare written quotes

Three quotes for the same work, each listing what is not included.

### Ask about the warranty

In writing, clear about what it covers, and transferable if you sell.

### Pay in stages

Pay for finished, inspected stages, not dates. More in [our Meriden cost guide](https://thelocalthree.com/guides/auto-repair-shops-cost-meriden/).

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Questions

## Questions about auto repair shops in Meriden

How did the editors choose these auto repair shops in Meriden?

Editors shortlist businesses with strong ratings and enough reviews, check their records, and choose the final picks against the published criteria. We compared 53 auto repair shops for Meriden.

Which of these auto repair shops in Meriden has the best reviews?

SAF-T Auto Centers has a 4.9 rating from 204 public reviews, the highest on this page.

Which of these auto repair shops has the most reviews?

Portland Automotive, with 275 public reviews. A long review history shows how a business handles many jobs.

Are these auto repair shops licensed?

3 of the 3 businesses here had their state license checked against public records. Each profile shows the source and the date of the check.

How many quotes should I get for auto repair shops in Meriden?

Get at least three. Use the quote form on this page: only the businesses you tick receive your request.

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