Cottman of Durham Reviews 40

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.3

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great experience! Cottman's definitely has the customer service skill locked and loaded. Hope I don't need them again anytime soon but if I do, I would not hesitate. Thanks all

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The way car care should be! Jody and the folks at Cottman were professional and a representation of how to conduct a customer focused business. They explained what was and was not wrong with my older... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jodi is always friendly and very helpful. He takes the time to explain the issue and process to resolve. He will pull out a book if necessary so you have complete understanding. That isn't just custom... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My name is Jacob and although I didn't actually have any work done to my truck I did have a very honest conversation with Jody about my 8 speed transmission for my 2016 ram 1500.Jody was very well inf... See more

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  1. Auto Repair Shop
  2. Car Accessories Store

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Hello and thank you for stopping by our site. We are a nationwide company with over centers throughout the US and Canada. We service, repair and rebuild all types of transmissions for both individuals and fleets companies. Typically, we work with clients who have transmission problems and are frustrated with the process of getting their car repaired. Our clients have told us before we started working with them they were concern with being overcharged for work performed. They were afraid of being lied too and would be charged for work that they did not need. Now, you probably don’t have these concerns, if you do, then you should call and find out if you qualify for a free complete transmission checkup. This includes a road test and external examination of your transmission, where we will evaluate the performance and condition of your vehicle's transmission, and determine what services, if any, are required.


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Difficult Problem to Solve

I took my car in with a problem that seemed to defy explanation. Susan was wonderful about hanging in there and continuing to work on solving the problem. She kept me constantly informed about the issue. It did take some time to solve the problem, but she did not give up.

February 15, 2018
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I went with Cottman because of the …

I went with Cottman because of the experience my father in law had with them. They came and picked up my vehicle checked it out and called me with their findings the next day. Sent me the quote via email for my approval and had my van ready the following day. Yes I would recommend Cottman to any and all my family and friends.

January 4, 2018
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very honest people doing great work!

September 16, 2017
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Reply from Cottman of Durham

Our team definitely believes in both honesty and efficiency, Margurite, so we appreciate your compliments of our successes. Thank you for being a Cottman customer! Gratefully, Cottman of Durham

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great place

Great place. Excellent customer service.

September 14, 2017
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Reply from Cottman of Durham

Thank you so much, Shamane! We're glad to know you love our center and the work of our team. Gratefully, Cottman of Durham

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They're so cool and honest .

September 6, 2017
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Reply from Cottman of Durham

Hi Mohammed, thank you for your nice words! We're happy you think so, and our team thanks you for choosing us for your vehicle's needs. Gratefully, Cottman of Durham

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jodi was great to work with he helped …

Jodi was great to work with he helped us out of a tight spot and helped us get our car back on the road

August 31, 2017
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Reply from Cottman of Durham

Helping our customers when they need us most is what we are all about at Cottman, Tyler! Thanks for offering us a chance to help you get back on the road. Gratefully, Cottman of Durham

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Car was "checked out" and the only …

Car was "checked out" and the only information I was given was they would charge Just short of $500 to take tranny out/in. No info on possible problem or cost. I spent 30 minutes on internet and found all the info on problem with car and solutions to fix it. Plus a sizeable amount of change was taken out of the arm rest console. Overall not happy at all

August 30, 2017
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Reply from Cottman of Durham

John, since what you describe here, is absolutely not a reflection of our standards, we hope you will help us learn more by sending the details of your visit to durham@cottmanauto.com, along with a note on your contact information and best availability. Respectfully, Cottman of Durham

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have found a great place in Cottman's …

I have found a great place in Cottman's of Durham. The man that runs the place, Jody, is a wonderful and trustworthy person to have to take care of you and your car. He patiently explains every question that I have and he always comes through with what he says and tells me. I never leave there feeling uncomfortable. He makes sure that I get the best of care, and there are not too many places that I can boast of that. I can also boast that he goes the extra mile with taking care of me after hours. If you've never tried Cottman's for your specific car care needs, I highly recommend that you do. I know that Jody is a godsend to me.

Ursula

August 23, 2017
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Reply from Cottman of Durham

Ursula, our entire team makes every effort to provide great experiences for our customers, which is why we always go the extra mile for them. We are proud to read your thoughtful review, as it lets us know we are continuing to live up to this standard. Thanks! Gratefully, Cottman of Durham

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jody of cottmans is a real down to …

Jody of cottmans is a real down to earth professional. He's loyal to his customers and his team follows his lead. He's a great all around guy and Cottmans should be honored to have him on your team!! Thanks Jody!!

August 22, 2017
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Reply from Cottman of Durham

Thank you for the compliment of Jody, Rodney! We definitely do have some great team members here, and it's wonderful to know this has led to your complete satisfaction. Gratefully, Cottman of Durham

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was very satisfied with the work … on my 350Z.

I was very satisfied with the work performed by Cottman of Durham. Jody was very professional and provided clear and detailed information regarding the work (valve body replacement) to be done. Throughout the process, Jody called and share updates/changes along the way. Everything happened in the manner and timeframe in which Jody described when diagnosing and completing the work to be performed. This work was completed a couple of weeks of ago and my car continues to perform well.

Unfortunately, Jody was assigned to another store out of town when my car was ready to be picked up. The employee facilitating the return of my car had an odd-ball character, could not share definitive information concerning the warranty and, vehemently questioned why I was concerned about the warranty. Really? When Jody became aware of this awkward situation, he contacted me the very next day and apologized for the employee's behavior and made sure all my questions about the the warranty were addressed and any other questions were answered.

August 22, 2017
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Reply from Cottman of Durham

Zoe, we are so pleased to know you are 100% satisfied in the work that was performed on your 350Z, and with your overall experience at Cottman. We do apologize for the brief confusion, but it's nice to know we made up for it in the end. Gratefully, Cottman of Durham

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jodi is always friendly and very …

Jodi is always friendly and very helpful. He takes the time to explain the issue and process to resolve. He will pull out a book if necessary so you have complete understanding. That isn't just customer service... That's genuinely caring.

August 19, 2017
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Reply from Cottman of Durham

Jodi and all of us here, care very much about our customers, Elizabeth, so we're glad to know that shows in our service. Thank you for taking some time to share your praise of us online. Gratefully, Cottman of Durham

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always a wonderful experience

Always a wonderful experience! They make sure I am taken care of!

August 19, 2017
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Reply from Cottman of Durham

Wonderful experiences are always what we want for you, so we're proud to know you've found nothing less! Thank you for your perfect rating and feedback! Gratefully, Cottman of Durham

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

1979 Scout II Transmission repair

Jody and Brian communicated very well, were knowledgeable, and were honest throughout the transmission repair of my 1979 Scout II.

August 13, 2017
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Reply from Cottman of Durham

Keeping you in the loop regarding your Scout's repairs was our pleasure, Mike! Thank you for choosing us for your vehicle's needs and thanks for telling the world we served you well. Gratefully, Cottman of Durham

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ms Debbie is an excellent manager and …

Ms Debbie is an excellent manager and she does a great job in customer service and in doing the best that she can to make your experience there at Cottman a great success I highly recommend her and the guy that caught me on Independence Boulevard in Charlotte North Carolina

July 25, 2017
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Reply from Cottman of Durham

From Ms. Debbie, and all of us here, thank you for your wonderful feedback and rating, Horace! We are so glad we did everything we could to make your visit with us successful. Gratefully, Cottman of Durham

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Totally a nightmare an I went to …

Totally a nightmare an I went to cottman WS THIS COMPANY IS FULL OF SCAM ARTIST

July 12, 2017
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Reply from Cottman of Durham

We are sorry you feel this way, Ricky, as it does not reflect our standards. Please help us learn more by sending some information to durham@cottmanauto.com. Respectfully, Cottman of Durham

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional and prompt service.

I found the employees to be very professional. I took my car in on a Wed morning to have the transmission rebuilt and picked it up early Friday afternoon.

September 28, 2016
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Reply from Cottman of Durham

The kind of professionalism you mentioned is exactly the kind we want you to find whenever you're here. Thanks for sharing your kind words online!

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