Colonial Tire & Automotive

I race cars as a hobby, and am very picky about alignments on the competition car. I’ve been driving competitively for a long time, and I can tell the difference. Colonial Tire always does a great job on my alignments. They are consistent, precise, and repeatable. Their alignment technician clearly takes pride in doing a good job, and isn’t just mailing it in like I’ve seen in so many national chain alignment places.
I’ve also had tires mounted there. They were done quickly, and were well balanced, with no damage to my wheels.
Colonial has also never — not once — attempted to sell me any service that I don’t need. Quite the opposite actually. I come in for pretty specific things, and they do the work completely and correctly, and that’s it. As someone who does my own maintenance, I really appreciate not getting the hard sell.
And with all of this, their prices are very reasonable. And they’re convenient to RTP as well, being right at the ⁵⁴⁄₅₅ intersection.
Bottom line — an honest shop that does high quality work at reasonable prices. For enthusiasts or racers in particular, give these guys a shot.

Colonial Tire was recommended to me by an employee at Auto Zone, across the street, after my car battery died one cold winter morning. The concern at Auto Zone was that my alternator might be on the fitz and not just my battery. The employee called over to Colonial and they said bring it over and they’d check it, no wait.
The good news is that my alternator was fine, but I did need a new battery, something that is easily installed but just needs to be paid for. They gave me a quote but fortunately I’d already received a quote from Auto Zone for about $ 5 cheaper. They matched that price and actually saved me a couple more dollars, no charge for installation or the alternator check. I can’t recommend calling around to price check any type of car issues you’re having, I’ve never been to a mechanic that won’t match a competitors prices. They entire process took about 1 – 1.5 hours and I was able to get comfortable on a couch in the waiting room and use their free wifi to get some work done. They also have coffee in the waiting room, nothing fancy, but gets the job done. I’ll keep Colonial in mind next time I have car issues, they offer no fuss service and keep their customers satisfied.

I found this place on Unilocal.After calling a couple other places this place made a great first impression. They followed it up with a great reception and quick service. They didn’t over sell service. I spoke to four employees during my short visit and found them all to be friendly and or helpful. I will most certainly be back.

Came in for a tire rotation and wheel alignment. Price seemed high for this particular job since I’ve had this job done else where for much cheaper. The reason for the bad review is about what they tried to get from me while waiting for my car.
The front desk lady came out from the back and was trying to sell me by starting off that my breaks were well below where it needs to be and its now creating grooves within my rotors. As was asking her what they charge I said to her, «that is odd that they are so low because I haven’t felt it being soft on the breaks or any sounds when breaking». Her response, «well it is a hybrid and that’s why you aren’t hearing the breaking. They are softer on the breaks». My response, «no I’ve heard my breaks in the past when I needed them changed. Being a hybrid as nothing to do with the breaks» Her response…“well ummmm” At that point just told her to do what I came in for and I’ll deal with my hybrid breaks later.
I drive a 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid.
But if you want a good laugh you can come here. I don’t hear my breaks because I drive a hybrid. Never heard that one before.

This place is awesome. Completely friendly and professional. Came here for a second opinion on what I was told by Firestone down the street was a bad wheel bearing. The manager at Colonial let me know my bearings were fine and someone had loosened a bolt. They saved me at least $ 1000. I now have a new favorite mechanic and shop. I wouldn’t go anywhere else!

Car stuff stresses me out. While I wish I’d learned more about automotive issues (and I suppose it’s never too late to learn), I didn’t. Therefore, when something goes wrong with my car, I have no choice but to blindly trust wherever I take it.
Anyway, I was having some issues with my brake light coming on when I made left turns. I’d had it looked at before and knew that I probably just needed a little brake fluid, but with a baby on the way I figured I shouldn’t take any chances.
I dropped my car off on Saturday morning and they called me back a couple of hours later to tell me that in fact it was just some low fluid and I could pick up my car. The charge? Zero dollars.
Great service — I will definitely be back!

It takes a while to find an auto shop you can trust and feel like they do a good job. I’ve definitely found that in Colonial Tire and I can say that based upon my regular interactions with everyone from the mechanics to the owner.
Latest Visit on 4÷15÷13: oil change and new tire (my latest blow out from grazing a manhole that jutted too high out of the ground and too close to the side of the road)
*2/​18/​13: oil change, car inspection, and transmission serviced
*11/​20/​12: regular oil change
*8/​03/​12: 2 new tires (low tread)
*3/​16/​12: new tire (mystery gouge in tire)
Yes, you read that right. I’ve replaced all four tires on my car in about a year’s time. My car is only 3 years old too. You could say that, with my luck, I keep Colonial Tire in business in terms of ordering tires… I have THE worst luck with tires…
On all occasions, the guys over there have given me a ride to work too since my office is less than 2 miles away They’re really fast, very friendly, helpful in advising you on the best products or prices appropriate for your car and situation, and nice.
I’ve since sent my coworker and her husband over there when they were dealing with a recurring issue that their regular mechanic was unable to resolve. My Mom was passing through town and needed help with a little something. The guys at Colonial Tire were able to help her out too. I highly recommend them to anyone!