Old Town Alexandria’s Trusted
Auto Repair & Inspections
Honest auto repair, maintenance, and Virginia safety & emissions inspections at the corner of S. Washington & Wilkes Street. Straight answers, fair prices, and no upselling.
No appointment? Walk-ins welcome. Mon – Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
What Our Customers Say
Real Reviews from Real Neighbors
342 Verified Customer Reviews on SureCritic
Official Virginia Safety & Emissions Inspection Station
“The most thorough, competent, and honest service station you could ever find. They have never tried to upsell me anything.”
James P. G.
“Negash & the Team have serviced all of our vehicles over many years.”
Karl R.
GMC Yukon XL
“They're professional, helpful, patient, and kind. I always use them for my state inspection.”
Lorraine M.
“Nagesh and his crew have always been great. They always explain what needs to be done and the prices are great too.”
Rebecca M.
“I have complete faith in Negash and his team.”
Jay A.
Jeep Grand Cherokee
“I have been a customer for a few years. Convenient, friendly, trustworthy.”
Teresa N.
Buick Verano
“This owner was empathetic and took the time to be completely transparent.”
Laney L.
Our Services
Everything Your Car Needs, Under One Roof
From quick oil changes to major repairs — our experienced technicians have you covered.
A Bit About Us
Your Neighborhood Auto Shop
Old Town Alexandria Exxon Service Center has kept Old Town drivers safely on the road for over 20 years, with honest, full-service auto repair at the corner of South Washington and Wilkes Street. We're an independent neighborhood shop — not a dealership, not a chain — and we treat every customer like a neighbor, because you are.
Our technicians handle everything from routine oil changes and brakes to check-engine diagnostics and Virginia safety & emissions inspections, for domestic and import vehicles of all makes and models.
We're proud of our 5.0-star rating from 342 verified customers — earned by explaining every repair up front and never selling you work your car doesn't need.
Why Choose Us?
Honest, dependable auto repair that Old Town Alexandria drivers have trusted for over 20 years.
Official VA Inspection Station
Virginia safety and DEQ Air Check emissions inspections — walk-ins welcome.
Honest, No-Upsell Service
We tell you what your car needs now and what can safely wait.
Repairs Approved by You
Clear, up-front estimates. No work begins without your OK.
All Makes & Models
Experienced technicians for domestic, Asian, and European vehicles.
Easy Old Town Parking
Our own lot at S. Washington & Wilkes St — no circling the block.
Full-Service Exxon Station
Fuel and convenience store open 6 AM – 10 PM, 7 days a week.
How It Works
Car Trouble? Here's What to Expect.
Schedule or Walk In
Call us or simply drive up to S. Washington St. Walk-ins are always welcome.
Thorough Diagnosis
We perform a detailed inspection and let you know exactly what we find — in plain language.
Honest Estimate
You'll get a full, transparent estimate before we touch anything. No surprises.
Quality Repair
Our technicians get to work with quality parts. Most common services are completed same day.
Schedule or Walk In
Call us or simply drive up to S. Washington St. Walk-ins are always welcome.
Thorough Diagnosis
We perform a detailed inspection and let you know exactly what we find — in plain language.
Honest Estimate
You'll get a full, transparent estimate before we touch anything. No surprises.
Quality Repair
Our technicians get to work with quality parts. Most common services are completed same day.
Every repair done with quality parts and explained before we start.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the questions we hear most. Don't see yours? Give us a call.
Local Auto Repair
Proudly Serving Old Town Alexandria & Surrounding Areas
Our shop sits on South Washington Street at Wilkes Street, at the southern gateway to Old Town Alexandria. It's an easy stop from the George Washington Memorial Parkway, Route 1, and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. Whether you’re in Old Town, Rosemont, Del Ray, Parker-Gray, Carlyle, Eisenhower, Belle Haven, or Huntington, our experienced mechanics are just minutes away. We proudly serve the City of Alexandria, Fairfax County’s Route 1 corridor, and the surrounding Northern Virginia communities with honest, reliable auto repair.
Come See Us
501 S Washington St
Alexandria, VA 22314
Mon – Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Ready to Bring Your Car In?
Walk-ins welcome at S. Washington & Wilkes St — or book ahead and skip the wait.