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Crom Transmission & Automotive Specialist
120 W Thomas Ave, Jacksonville, NC 28546, United States
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Crom Transmission & Automotive Specialist
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Ra
Review №1

I needed some unexpected repairs before a long trip and after their double-check, I feel safe and ready to go! A main dealership in town was going to charge me over $100 just for a diagnostic and couldn’t get me in for over 2 weeks, but Crom came to the rescue! They didn’t tack on any unnecessary charges and even though they were short staffed at the time, the mechanic gave me an appointment and returned my fixed vehicle within a couple days. I am pleased with their professional and friendly service, clear communication through the whole process, and fair pricing. Plus there is a fun fish tank in the waiting room! It was worth the trip out there.

Co
Review №2

I brought my Toyota Sienna to Crom because I thought I had a transmission problem. The man in charge actually took me for a test drive in order to diagnose the sound. He was very thorough and explained that it wasnt the transmission, but bad wheel bearings. I have never had a shop let me ride along for the vehicle assessment. This is definitely a business that I will be using for many years to come. Other auto repair businesses could learn a thing or two from the openness and honesty of Crom Transmission and Auto.

Ze
Review №3

Had my 4L60E transmission rebuilt. The staff was really knowledgeable and friendly. They evaluated my vehicle for free and gave me an estimate. My transmission was rebuilt and ready to go within days. Highly recommend this shop.

Ho
Review №4

The first straightforward, honest, and reliable mechanic shop Ive come across in the Hubert, Jacksonville, and Richlands area. They take the time to explain in great detail what it going on with your vehicle and what needs to be done to fix it. Their price and time estimates are accurate and reasonable. If I believe the stealership is trying to rip me off, I get Croms second opinion. Bottom line there is no one else Id trust to conduct repairs on my vehicles, other than myself.

Ro
Review №5

Friendly folks very professional and courteous. Family run business would recommend them to my friends and family.

Ma
Review №6

My 2005 Mariner transmission just finally failed. Took it to Croms and they told me exactly what was wrong, why it went wrong, what needs to be done to correct the issue and a price with a warranty. I had other issues I knew about but couldnt find, they did. This is a I believe 3 generation owned business and it shows. Phenomenal mechanics.My car literally was skating gears at 235k miles to them and it was like a brand new car when I left.Honestly, they are worth every penny. EXTREMELY fast: Rebuilt in a week, superb service. No complaints and highly recommend.

Je
Review №7

We received great service and a quick turn around. Will definitely use again

Ro
Review №8

Great people to deal with great businessman give you all the information you need about your vehicle

Ja
Review №9

Excellent service. They identified what was wrong with my Jeep after the dealer insisted nothing was wrong.

Dn
Review №10

I really appreciate the help and arrangements you guys made for me and my bougie (lol) car! No more issues!! (So far) Thank you again!

Ed
Review №11

Very honest and helpful. I took my vehicle to other transmission places but didnt get a good feeling with them. I asked my colleagues of a transmission shop and I was referred to Crom. From the very start I had a great experience and felt comfortable leaving my vehicle with them. I would definitely recommend to others.

an
Review №12

The guys and gals at Crom did an excellent job on diagnosing what was wrong with my car and on the installation of the new clutch. It now shifts smoother than ever and is a joy to drive again. Will def be back in the future with my other cars, thanks guys!

Br
Review №13

Very nice people. They went above and beyond to explain what services they provide and answer my questions. I also watched as they engaged with other customers as well. Good people who are extremely customer oriented.

Ch
Review №14

Fixed transmission quickly and at a good price. Quoted everything included and they were great honest people.

Ja
Review №15

Did great job on my transmission and flywheel. Love them highly recommend

An
Review №16

We trust the folks at Crom as well as Patriot Auto. Theyre the only place we take our vehicles. Theyre HONEST and respectful. They wont price gouge and will be fair and upfront with pricing. 100% theyre the ones to see.

Ja
Review №17

I highly recommend Crom automotive. They are the standard that every mechanic shop should strive to be. They guarantee their work and take pride in doing it right. They communicated with me before doing any extra services and always gave me their honest opinion rather than selling me services that I didn’t necessarily need. If you want it done right the first time go to Crom Automotive.

Jo
Review №18

Im in town two weeks from colorado , and my transmission went out, Cant say enough good things about these guys! Faster than I ever would have imagined, went to great lengths to so me what they replaced and what Quality products they installed, supper friendly ! Thanks!!

45
Review №19

Transmission mechanic here has mastered his craft, Highly recommend.

Ke
Review №20

Bob is a true artist and a dying breed. Most people shouldn’t touch the internals of an automatic transmission, with bob that’s not the case. In my case I had a transmission that was recently rebuilt by a couple of kids that didn’t know what they were doing and wasn’t working properly. He quickly started on the job, and it wasn’t an easy one. He caught things that no one else would and stood by his work. Also he explained everything he did and didn’t push things I wouldn’t need.

Sh
Review №21

Took my truck in for an issue. Mr. Crom did a test drive an made a recommendation that I didnt need major work and a simple fluid change should solve the issue. Very professional.

Ro
Review №22

Excellent service. Done on time.

Da
Review №23

Courteous, professional, quality service! My Hummer H3 has never run better. Bob Crom, Justin, and crew are top notch and Id give them 10 stars if I could!!

Al
Review №24

They had me on n and out in a day. The price was exactly what the estimate said it would be.

Ja
Review №25

Very informative very professional very friendly I emailed asking for information on a rebuild late in the evening after the shop had already closed and to my amazement got a response in under 5 minutes. The next day called regarding a rebuild/upgrade I’m trying to do on my work truck and I couldn’t be happier with the information, prices, and timelines I’m looking forward to the finished product and will definitely update. Thank you all for your amazing service.

Ta
Review №26

Very helpful, punctual, and fair. Staff was friendly, office was clean and kid friendly. Very accommodating!

St
Review №27

Over the weekend I had service done to my work van. I was very impressed with the great work and service. They did an outstanding job! I would recommend them to anyone. They will retain my business.-Close Call Carpet Cleaning

Ca
Review №28

Honest company, prices, customer service, employees and advice were both well worth the visit.

Ky
Review №29

Absolutely amazing. I had taken my Pontiac G6 in for hard shifting that the dealership I had originally purchased the car from had failed to fix. Many, many issues were discovered on my car in a very short amount of time, including issues not related to the transmission such as a misfiring piston, and I was able to get a full refund on my vehicle by the dealership. The pricing is very fair and the staff are very honest about the issues found with your vehicle. This place saved me a lot of time and money and I would highly recommend that you have any and all transmission and/or car repairs performed here.

Ri
Review №30

Bob is an amazing very understanding guy. Great service and quality work. Ill recommend anyone to Bob Crom Transmission because they are THE VERY BEST

Ju
Review №31

Fair prices, good service

Sc
Review №32

I was quoted an outrageous price at MANY transmission shops in Jacksonville. Finally found this place and I’m so glad I did. Their price as 1/4 of the other quotes and they checked out my whole car while they had it and discovered I had two bent rims and that’s why my tires we wearing the way they did. They go above and beyond to make sure you’re taken care of at a great price. Best transmission and auto shop around!

Ch
Review №33

Love supporting small businesses!! Croms is a multi generational business that has been in the area for decades. This proves their reliability and great service. We met with Bob today - first Chad on the phone and Stephanie in person - who explained what our problem was and how he would solve the issue - and there is a warranty!!We will only use Croms for our transmission needs!

K
Review №34

We had our truck towed here to get a second opinion when another shop said “there’s definitely something wrong but we won’t know what until we get in there” and we were looking at spending about $4000. SO GLAD WE BROUGHT IT HERE. They checked it out thoroughly and quickly and determined it wasn’t even our transmission. While they didn’t work on our truck because the problem was electrical, not mechanical, they ultimately saved us thousands of dollars and unnecessarily opening up the transmission. If we ever do have transmission problems this is where we will bring it for sure!

Br
Review №35

Bob is were this shop shines, coolest old man you will ever meet, he will teach you more than you know by just listen, he will work with you no matter what and he will tell you if he messed up and he needs another day or two to fix it. I vist this guy three times intill he fixed all the problems but the man gets it done and gets it done right that all it matters to me.

Pa
Review №36

Fair Price and Quality Service. I have been in Jville for 22 years and wouldnt go anywhere else for service on my vehicle. Repairs are done right. They service my Toyota, Ford and Chevys. Trust Crom, you get what you pay for. Great service and a fair price. Thanks Chad.

Je
Review №37

I have been on both sides of the counter, and I know what its like to have a heavy work load with customers walking in. That being said, as soon as I arrived Bob came out shortly after and actually rode in my vehicle with me to listen to the noise I was hearing. That was a Saturday afternoon, and my vehicle was ready Tuesday morning. The customer service is well above average here just as all the other comments attest to. The shop was well kept, and professional looking. The job was done right the first time, and I would recommend them to others.

Br
Review №38

I got a diagnostic done at another shop in Jacksonville on my ‘92 corvette and was advised there was a problem inside my transmission which, along with some other maintenance work, would run me over $2000.00. I took my vette to Bob Crom who diagnosed my issues and did the work for just over $200.00. Thanks Bob for being an honest businessman!!!

Cl
Review №39

Great service on my 2007 Ram 1500. Personable, professional and reasonably priced. I wish I would have found this place years ago, this is the competent small town, local shop that takes pride in their work and customer service, they really go out of their way for your enduring business.

Le
Review №40

Always helpful, reasonably priced, and they do great work. Ive taken my Jeep there several times for multiple issues and have always left happy.

Al
Review №41

Great staff. Fast turn around. Bob was very helpful and clearly explained the problem and the solutions they took on our 08 Mazda tribute transmission.Will for sure come back to Crom for future automotive issues.

Cu
Review №42

Im sure they do a good job at least theyve been around for a long time and were busy. I left my truck there for a few days and was told to get an electronic piece replaced elsewhere and then bring it back to be totally rebuilt for a lot of money. Took it to aamco, they figured out the problem and it only cost $125 and had worked fine now for 4 months including pulling trailers.

Ga
Review №43

Excellent

Co
Review №44

Brought car in for new transmission, got it back to me in 2.5 days. Hooked me up with a lot of stuff too! Very friendly staff, always got back to me no matter how many questions I had. Very professional, first ones I will be calling if I have any issues! Thanks guys!

Th
Review №45

I brought my 2001 Honda Civic in to replace the timing belt. The staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. They kept me informed throughout the repair. I have taken my vehicles to multiple repair shops in Jacksonville and this is the best one I have found. I will definitely be back if the need arises.

Pa
Review №46

Very pleased 5star service

Mi
Review №47

We bought a car from this gentleman a little over 2 months ago for our daughter. She has yet to get her DL just has her temps. Car has been driven less than 10 times farthest away Keanasville for her Driver exam 2x. Car sits in the driveway. He fast talked his way oh he built it a new transmission, he put new brakes on, runs great, etc. Same story over and over til week picked up the car. We bought brand new tires which he put on. Kept making comments about the brakes how great they were. We drove it 3 times last week. When u press the break the car pulled to the left. I took it to out mechanic who i trust and have worked with for over 5 years. Low & behold the car has no breaks at all but 1 tire. The head gaskets are on their way out any minute. Plus break line leak, and 1 other thing major i forget the name had to be fixed. He said he would not put any of his kids in this car. I called Mr. Bob at Crom, talked to a man vented my frustrations. He tried to blame us and tell us there was no possible way they knew of any. Mr. Bob would call back...guess what he didnt. My husband called he wont pick up the phone. We always go to dealers. We did this because it was her 1st car and insurances is so expensive on cars with loans. She is trying to finish school. This man is a liar, cheat, thief, shister, and an unremarkable person. Do not take ur cars here for anything or buy anything from them. U will be sorry. Im turning them into every person i can think of from the BBB down.

Ma
Review №48

Very friendly and professional, quick turn around on diagnosis and repair. Had one shop tell me something is wrong with my engine thats why is vibrating, Crom diagnosis was i need new U-Joints on my drive shaft. U-Joints were replaced and vibration stopped. Only $4K difference. This is my new place to go for my automotive repair needs.

Ja
Review №49

As out of town RVrs with serious drivetrain problems, we thought we were out of luck. Bob and the crew repaired several different issues in a prompt, professional and friendly manner. Couldnt have asked for any more.

Ga
Review №50

Very professional and curtious. Didnt try to sell anything else. Made comments and suggestions that I totally agreed with. Price given was price out the door. I would recomend Crom Transmission to my family and friends.

St
Review №51

All I know is Mr crom is a genius.. He built my trans for my 2500 and it works great and on top of that I was having a slight problem with electronic and took it to Mr crom and he fixed it and my truck works like new . I would definitely recommend him any day of the week.. Genius I say.

Tr
Review №52

Very nice people . ♡

Ga
Review №53

Service of my 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Was outstanding! I was updated daily on the progress and I drove home today feeling completely comfortable that the service was exceptional at the originally quoted price.

sa
Review №54

Mr Crom is THE best at customer service and equally great at his craft!!

Da
Review №55

Just recently rebuilt a 68rfe transmission that they done some work on for me in 2017. Supposedly replaced the low/reverse sprag with a “improved, heavier duty all billet” one. It was plastic just like the junk factory one that broke. Ran the part number off of it and it’s a part I could have bought myself for $140. $2,700 job in total for a $140 part. The only reason I gave a star is because it got my truck back on the road and had I not ever rebuilt the transmission again I would have never seen that I had been ripped off. If I could put a picture of the part up here I would because I know they’ll come back with some BS about it not being the part they installed. I had a stage 4 BD Diesel kit put into it with new valve body plates with custom drilled slots, new check valves, all new raybestos clutches, a TRUE billet sprag, new filters, all new snap rings and seals along with 6 gallons of brand new fluid for cheaper than this place charged me to replace a plastic part. Before anything gets twisted in a response, I WATCHED this man rebuild the transmission, I seen every clearance between clutches making sure they were to spec and watched him drill the new slots in the valve body plates(my guy, not croms). All that costed me $1,000(I bought the parts kit, it was $1,500) so in total I basically got a brand new transmission for $2,500 AFTER paying someone else $2,700 to replace a piece of plastic.

Ca
Review №56

Very knowledgeable and professional Technicians.

Jo
Review №57

Excellent service on my Ram 1500 both times I have been to them now. Its the Mom and pop style family Auto shop you miss every time you go to a dealership service center and get nickled and dimed. Crom will take their time to do it right and you can talk to their mechanics directly to get feedback and interaction that you dont get most places. I would gladly recommend service and repairs there.

Ri
Review №58

Fantastic shop! Bobs knowlage is unrivaled in terms of trans issues. If you need a good reliable shop please look no further than the croms! I thought I needed syncros turns out it was only a clutch. After having the work dont I had a small leak in my rear transfer case and Bob took it personally and fixed it for free had me in and out in 15 mins. They are a highly skilled shop which means they will be busy but it is well worth the wait!

Na
Review №59

Outstanding service. knowledgeable service management, guaranteed work, friendly personal. Highly recommend.

Hu
Review №60

Great places stands behind their product I had my transmission too service

Ir
Review №61

Alway top notch work on any transmission..Bob has years of experience and his work reflects it.

Dw
Review №62

Great place. Owner is awesome.

Ja
Review №63

I would give you zero stars if I could. Had my van towed there Wednesday, was told it would be looked at that day. Called back at 130pm and was told they would look at it and call me back. They did not. Thursday I called around 130pm and not only had they not looked at but a man named Bob got on the phone with and proceeded to let me know he was very busy and that if I was in such a hurry it would cost $2495.00 to have my transmission rebuilt. He over talked me and was condescending to boot. I decided to take my business elsewhere but had to pay for the tow. Was then informed by Chad that they cant take credit cards over the phone because there is no way to verify who I am. I drove from Richlands all the to their shop and the lady behind the counter not only took my credit card but gave me the keys WITHOUT ASKING FOR MY ID. These people are without a doubt some of the most rude individuals I have ever dealt with and I wouldnt let them change my oil let alone work on my transmission.

Fe
Review №64

Croms always takes care of my major repairs on my vehicles.

ro
Review №65

Nice People 🙂

ha
Review №66

Took my truck that had shifting problems in and they got it fixed and returned to me the next day. Fast service

St
Review №67

Croms Automotive has Honest Mechanics. Like Jumbo Shrimp, these two words are not usually found in the same sentence. With me, it started years ago. My small, high milage, manual transmission based Nissan truck was jumping out of second gear. I came in with a check for $400, and said call me if you exceed this... Turns out the transmission was fine, the shifter had a worn out a nylon shim. They made one out of scrap and charged me $25 total! This has been repeated enough to see it wasnt a fluke. Clearly, all repairs arent this cheap. But with Croms, you can be confident the required repairs are legitimate.

Ni
Review №68

Had a transfer case rebuilt just to have it looked at again because i had a service 4wd MIL

bi
Review №69

Great work with a warrenty fast work and he will take the time to show you your transmission while its apart and what was wrong how he cleans it and how he rebuilds it

Cl
Review №70

Very professional

Da
Review №71

Always polite and very noligable

Je
Review №72

Honest fair and informative.

An
Review №73

Great service, highly recommended

Al
Review №74

Fast quality service

Ge
Review №75

Depending people &service

De
Review №76

Nice, Nice Associates

An
Review №77

Thankyou

Ja
Review №78

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4.6 Rating
  • Address:120 W Thomas Ave, Jacksonville, NC 28546, United States
  • Site:http://cromtransmission.com/
  • Phone:+1 910-353-1258
Categories
  • Transmission shop
  • Auto repair shop
  • Car repair and maintenance
  • Dodge dealer
  • Ford dealer
  • GMC dealer
  • Mechanic
  • Toyota dealer
Working hours
  • Monday:8AM–5PM
  • Tuesday:8AM–5PM
  • Wednesday:8AM–5PM
  • Thursday:8AM–5PM
  • Friday:8AM–5PM
  • Saturday:9AM–2PM
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
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