Woody's Auto Center is a full service family owned and operated automotive repair facility located in Columbia, MO. We are a company that you can trust and rely on to properly service and repair your vehicle right, the first time. Woody's Auto Center hires trained technicians and automotive mechanics in the Columbia, MO area who are willing to stay on top of the latest technology in the automotive industry through ongoing schools and training.
The shop takes pride in being up to date, clean and as efficient as possible to get your car, truck or SUV in and out as quickly as possible. Located in the Columbia area, we service the following communities: Columbia, Jefferson City, Fulton, Boonville, Ashland, Harrisburg, Centralia, Fayette, New Bloomfield, Kingdom City, and surrounding areas.
The shop takes pride in being up to date, clean and as efficient as possible to get your car, truck or SUV in and out as quickly as possible. Located in the Columbia area, we service the following communities: Columbia, Jefferson City, Fulton, Boonville, Ashland, Harrisburg, Centralia, Fayette, New Bloomfield, Kingdom City, and surrounding areas.
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Welcome to Woody's Auto Center, a family owned and operated full service auto repair shop, located in Columbia, MO. In 1957 Woodrow Tate, also known as "Woody", started his own auto repair shop in a locale two bay garage which had been used as the main office for a local coal re-seller. In the early 70s his step son (Jim Atkinson) bought the business from his stepfather and expanded into the Livery Stable across the street.
Here at Woody's Auto Center we offer honest upfront advice and recommendations to keep your vehicle safe and dependable. Our main focus is on integrity and good service - resulting in satisfied customers. Our staff of technicians are highly trained and offer over 100 years of combined experience in the automotive field.
Unless your vehicle requires premium gasoline, filling up your car with high-octane gas is a waste of money. The premium gas doesn't boost your gas mileage or performance. If you're not sure what grade works best for your vehicle, your owner's manual will tell you. You can also ask your mechanic what grade to use.
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No one wants to deal with car problems or, worse yet, be stranded on the side of the road. That's why at Woody's Auto Center, we do our best to make your auto repair and maintenance experience as prompt and as comfortable as possible. We want you to be able to get back to your life in a dependable car!
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Lily Herbig
Jul 24, 2021
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I had prior issues with my alignment, and the mechanic shop back home seemed to make it worse. However, Woody's just finished my alignment and it's perfect! Not only are they extremely knowledgeable, but friendly and welcoming as well. They made sure that I received the best possible care, and for that I'm so grateful. This is now my go-to auto shop!!!
Chris Kunz
May 28, 2021
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Traveling from NE to St Louis we nearly lost a tire on I 70...only two lug nuts left
AAA delivered our car to Woody's.
We learned quickly why AAA suggested Woody's!
Mike found a reconditioned part that shipped the fastest. Worked on it right away to get us going again!
He routinely kept me updated on status and options instead of us wondering or having to contact him.
Thanks so much Mike and team!!!!
Awesome service!
AAA delivered our car to Woody's.
We learned quickly why AAA suggested Woody's!
Mike found a reconditioned part that shipped the fastest. Worked on it right away to get us going again!
He routinely kept me updated on status and options instead of us wondering or having to contact him.
Thanks so much Mike and team!!!!
Awesome service!
Paul Thornton
Apr 14, 2021
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We were traveling from out of town and our truck broke down half a mile from Woody's. They were able to take our vehicle in and assess the repairs quickly. They gave us a fair price for the needed repairs and were able to get us back on the road quickly. I wish that we had a repair shop in our hometown with the efficiency and customer service practices that we experienced at Woody's. GREAT JOB Mike and John! Thank you!
I'll recommend you and your shop All Day Long!
I'll recommend you and your shop All Day Long!
Kara Welty
Mar 12, 2021
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Out of town for our wedding and get a flat tire. Before traveling, we noticed we had tire issues and got it looked at by other repair shops and they did not spot anything. Once near Columbia, our tire gave out again. We knew no one or any businesses near by and had the car towed to Woody’s by a luck of chance. Mike was super reliable, fast, and honorable. He took the tire off and showed me the two nails in the tire. John in the front office was awesome, too. Thank you for the peace of mind and a great experience in such a tough position!! I wish there was a Woody’s near my home!
M. Bell
Nov 12, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality
Mike and John are always friendly and seem to genuinely care for the cars they work on and the families that drive them around. They are great to help you keep your car in top shape and not cost an arm and a leg! They’ve worked on our Audi and our Buick and we would trust them with any other make or model! Thanks guys!
Services: Steering / Suspension, General repairs & maintenance
Mike and John are always friendly and seem to genuinely care for the cars they work on and the families that drive them around. They are great to help you keep your car in top shape and not cost an arm and a leg! They’ve worked on our Audi and our Buick and we would trust them with any other make or model! Thanks guys!
Services: Steering / Suspension, General repairs & maintenance
Dan Woodall
Jul 20, 2020
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My daughter is in college in Columbia and she wrecked her car, I'm several hours away so I was very worried about someone working on her car when I can't be there. Mike was awesome through the whole process and did a fantastic job at a fair price for the amount of work that had to be done.. I have not met him in person but I would recommend them to anyone looking for a reputable mechanic. Thanks again for everything Mike.
Crystal Iven
Jul 16, 2020
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Mike and Ari are the best! They've saved me on more than one occasion. They worked on my car last year over 4th of July and just this week. Great customer service is hard to get these days and Im just amazed at how professional and nice they are. Being a young female I did not feel like they were taking advantage of that at all, they are very understanding and great at explaining things. I even accidentally turned in my apartment keys along with my car keys right before the weekend so I left them a message and they got them back to me the next day. I am so grateful for them especially for getting
Frankie Karnes
Aug 25, 2019
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On the way back to IL from Denver, CO , my girlfriend and I hit something on the road that bent both rims on the passenger side in a way that left us with two flat tires. After having been stuck in a blizzard for two days on the way to Denver this was the last thing we needed. Luckily we had AAA and were able to get towed 140 miles from Olathe, KS to Woody's Auto Center in Columbia, MO. After two late hours in the truck we put ourselves up at a motel expecting to hear nothing but bad news the next morning. Upon explaining the situation to Mike, he assured me they would do everything they could
Frank Sommerfeldt
Aug 01, 2019
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I couldn't be happier with Woody's Auto Center. John and Mike help myself and daughter after our car died just 12 hours before we had to leave for Kentucky. We had our car towed to Woody's and Mike was able to squeeze us in to diagnose, evaluate & expedite the repair. His knowledge of auto repair was evident as he was able to interpret the computer codes that were inconclusive, but successfully recommended the right repair. Gratefully, we were able to make it to Kentucky without issue and our Pontiac G6 is running great. THANKS to Mike for the expertise. And thanks to John who is one of the most
Robert Overmann
Aug 12, 2018
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After trying multiple mechanics in Columbia, my wife and I have taken our cars exclusively to Woody's for the last three years. Mike, the owner, is incredibly honest and hardworking. This Thanksgiving eve, he stayed beyond the shop's closing time to personally attend to an oil leak. Not only that, but he cleaned the spark plug wells and resealed the gasket at no cost to us because he couldn't get the part he needed in time. Woody's is worth every penny!
