Kettering Auto Repair

Kettering Drivers, Murphy's Is Minutes Away

If you live or work in Kettering and you're looking for a shop you can trust, you don't have to go far. Murphy's Autocare in Centerville sits just a short drive south, and it's an easy trip from virtually any Kettering neighborhood — whether you're near Kettering Medical Center, Town & Country Shopping Center, or the neighborhoods around Lincoln Park.

Kettering residents get the full Murphy's experience: ASE Master Certified technicians, digital vehicle inspections, transparent service, and no pressure to approve work you don't need.

Getting to Murphy's from Kettering

The Centerville shop is at 100 N Main Street, and the drive from Kettering is simple no matter which route you prefer.

Via Wilmington Pike (most direct from central Kettering): Head south on Wilmington Pike out of Kettering. Continue through the intersection at Paragon Road and into Centerville. Turn right on Centerville Road, then left on Main Street. You'll reach the shop in under 15 minutes from most of central Kettering.

Via Far Hills Avenue: If you're on the west side of Kettering near Moraine, head south on Far Hills Ave into Centerville. Turn east on Franklin Street and north on Main Street. The shop is on the right.

Either way, this is a short, familiar drive down roads Kettering residents travel regularly.

Address: 100 N Main St, Centerville, OH 45459
Phone: 937-433-0140
Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30am–5:00pm

What Murphy's Offers Kettering Vehicles

Our Centerville team works on all makes and models — domestic, import, hybrid — and handles everything from routine maintenance to more involved repairs. Services include:

• Oil changes and manufacturer-scheduled maintenance
• Brake service and rotor replacement
• Tire sales, rotation, and balancing
• Engine diagnostics and repair
• Transmission service
• Shocks, struts, and alignment
• Air conditioning repair and recharge
• Timing belt and accessory drive belt replacement

We also service light-duty diesel trucks and SUVs — Duramax, Powerstroke, Cummins, and EcoDiesel engines. Learn more about our diesel services →

Every vehicle gets a digital inspection before work begins. Our technicians document what they find with photos and send the report directly to your phone. You see exactly what they see, approve only what makes sense, and there are no surprises on the bill.

Why Kettering Customers Choose Murphy's

Murphy's has operated in the Dayton metro since Dave Murphy opened the original Beavercreek shop in 1974. The Centerville location expanded the business to the south side of the metro in 2021, bringing that same decades-long standard of care closer to Kettering and surrounding communities.

We're independent and family-owned. That's a meaningful distinction: no franchise requirements, no pressure to upsell services on a quota. Your service advisor is a real person having a real conversation with you about your car — not running through a script.

Our technicians hold ASE certification at the Master Certified level. They work on the same vehicles Kettering families drive every day, and they stand behind their work.

Shuttle Service Available

Drop off your vehicle in the morning and let us shuttle you to your office, errands, or home. We'll handle the car while you keep your day moving. Request the shuttle when you schedule and we'll coordinate timing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Murphy's Centerville from Kettering?

From most of Kettering, the Centerville shop on North Main Street is about 10–15 minutes south via Wilmington Pike or Far Hills Avenue. Traffic on these roads is generally light during mid-morning drop-off times.

Does Murphy's have a Kettering location?

Murphy's doesn't have a shop inside Kettering city limits, but the Centerville location at 100 N Main Street serves Kettering customers regularly. It's the closest Murphy's to Kettering and is easily reached via Wilmington Pike or Far Hills Avenue. If you're in the northern part of Kettering near I-675, the Beavercreek location at 3815 Dayton-Xenia Rd is also worth considering.

Can I drop off my car before 8am?

Our service advisors are at the shop starting at 7:30am Monday through Friday. You can schedule an early drop-off and be on your way before your workday starts.

Do you work on all car brands?

Yes. The Centerville shop handles domestic vehicles, Japanese and European imports, trucks, SUVs, and hybrid vehicles. If you drive it, we can service it.

Ready to schedule? Call the Centerville shop at 937-433-0140 or stop by 100 N Main Street. We're open Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm.