Car Repair News at Murphy's Autocare

Dec102018

Winter Vehicle Prep Special

/content/uploads/2018/12/2018-murphys_autocare-in_the_shop-heater_cooler.mp4 Why won’t my car heater get hot? There are a number of causes for a “No Heat” condition to occur. Low coolant level due to a leak, restriction in the heater core or radiator, or a faulty thermostat are among the most common. The video illustrates a restricted heater...

Dec072018

Vehicle Need Engine Replacement?

By Megan Murphy | News, Uncategorized

Is Your Vehicle in Need of an Engine Replacement? Murphy’s Autocare is a preferred service installation center for Jasper Engines & Transmissions. For the last 20 years, Murphy’s Autocare has used Jasper Engine Products on our customer’s vehicles. In our latest episode of In the Shop, our owner, Dave Murphy discusses this 2011 Dodge…

Oct112018

Noises coming from your vehicle?

By Megan Murphy | News, Uncategorized | No Comments

Noises coming from your vehicle? If you think you may have noises coming from your vehicle, check out our latest edition of In The Shop. In this episode, Dave Murphy shares wha’s going on with this Toyota Highlander. The vehicle has a rusted out catalytic converter, which is causing an exhaust…

Oct102018

Why do my brakes squeak?

By Megan Murphy | Events, News

“Why do my Brakes Squeak?” Brake Squeak and Brake Squeal are a very common motorist concern. Brake Squeak or Brake Squeal can be caused by several different problems ranging from a minor issue to a potentially dangerous condition. The best course of action is to have a complete Brake System…

Sep262018

Experiencing Power Steering Issues with Your Vehicle?

By Megan Murphy | News | No Comments

Experiencing Power Steering Issues with Your Vehicle? Check out our NEW episode of In the Shop! In this episode, Dave Murphy discusses this 2012 Kia Optima’s power steering failure. This vehicle come to Murphy’s Autocare with loose steering. When power steering begins to fail, the steering may feel loose, or…

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4.7

Murphy's Autocare

Pauline Chang

11:45 04 Jan 18

Murphy's Autocare is a trustworthy mechanic that I would recommend to anyone looking to get their car fixed. I just moved to Dayton, Ohio last year and my brake light switch went out. I searched the web to find a mechanic with good reviews and with all of the raving reviews for Murphy's, I decided to take my car in to get worked on. Now, about 10 months later the same problem has come up again. I called Murphy's and they told me that they have a 3 year warranty on their parts and services and told me to take my car in for them to inspect. With no additional charge, they went above and beyond to make sure there wasn't a deeper issue and installed a new brake light switch. Very pleased with their thorough work--Thanks Murphy's!

Ericka Williams

02:36 21 Dec 17

Wow...what an experience. ..the place. ...super clean, throughout. ..the people...super nice, clean, friendly, kind, very knowledgeable, and caring. Everything descent and in order. ..it was well worth the drive. Thank you for a great experience.

Mary Lou Eppers

21:26 09 Nov 17

I really like the friendliness and professionalism that you receive at Murphys Autocare. My car is older and sometimes the pricing exceeds my expectations for repair If I had a newer car I would not question the cost as much. I have 2 times now heard them on the radio and it happens that that is exactly what I need to check and they are always what I say is honest in their assessment. I trust them. Marie is a gem

Jeff O'Rear

13:02 20 Nov 17

Brian and the rest of the crew are fantastic. Did a complete inspection and told us everything that needed repairing, and even told us what was urgent and what could wait. Great service and fast work. We were back on the road by the end of the day.

Jonathon Mothersole

22:54 13 Feb 18

I was very impressed. They even sent me pictures of what needed repaired. Highly recommend.

George Perley

22:36 09 Mar 18

I took my Lexus to two other mechanics before Murphy's and neither could figure out the problem. Murphy's got right to it and fixed it perfectly the first time. Very good job and the amount of detailed diagnostic information they give is simply amazing. Staff is courteous and professional. I've been to cheaper mechanics but you get what you pay for and these folks are definitely worth it.

07:24 17 Mar 18

Service is good here. I got a full vehicle inspection for $138 and a trade in value report printed for a vehicle I was purchasing in the area. When you drop off a vehicle you'll get status updates via email, text, and phone call which might be overkill.

Aaron Perry

22:05 19 Mar 18

Fast and honest service! Great price on services I needed done.

Ryan Garver

01:43 29 Mar 18

Had a brake down on a road trip. Quick professional service. I recieved periodic phone calls with statis of repairs without being promted. Also the cleanest garage I've ever seen!

J Schubs

21:53 11 Apr 18

Professional, fair, and honest work. I strongly recommend Murphy's for anyone that lives in the Beavercreek/WPAFB area. Thanks for helping me keep my 30 year old Ford on the road!

Brad Beaver

13:57 09 Nov 18

Murphy's Autocare is modern auto service. I was very impressed with their operation and attention to detail. This is the first shop in a long time that I felt very comfortable that my car was in good hands. Between the text message updates and being able to see all the details of each service visit on the web service they use (which is very cool), it makes you feel like you are truly involved in every little detail about your service visit. I don't think I've ever said this about a shop, but I actually look forward to bringing my vehicles in for service.

Lena Spears

16:00 10 Nov 18

I’ve been looking for an independent automotive garage to have our cars serviced. I have found it at Murphy’s Autocare! Great experience with friendly knowledgeable staff that have been around a long time. I received an email first with a detailed estimate with pictures and explanation of what was needed to repair my truck and that was followed shortly after with a phone call to go over estimate. Repairs and routine maintenance were listed and ranked in order of importance so I could easily decide what needed repaired right away and what items I could wait to have done along with advice on each item. Getting auto repairs done can be very frustrating but the experience I had was top notch! Thank you Dave Murphy and staff who all helped me.

Jennifer Markee

01:09 18 Nov 18

Murphys auto care has always taken great care of my cars I never have to worry

Dina Alkhateeb

00:53 31 Jul 18

Today was my first time having my car serviced at Murphy's. I'm always pretty nervous about mechanics because honestly, I know very little about cars and you always hear people being taken advantage of. More than anything, I want honest and open conversations when getting my car fixed. They were able to fit me in on short notice after my tire blew and Ryan never made me feel silly for knowing so little about anything car related. He was very nice and understanding.The prices were reasonable (plus supporting a local business feels better than large corporations) and Ryan was upfront about the total cost. I look forward to seeing if this service and trust continues! Thank you for patience, quick service, and help. I'm still nervous about dealing with car stuff (I secretly wish I could sell my car and bike EVERYWHERE!!) but I hope continuing to come here and having positive experiences will help with that!

Emanuel Papp

01:34 03 Jul 18

Wow, what a great service. Murphy's is the place to take your car if you need help fixing it. I had problems with my A/C, and they took me in this morning and by 330pm, it was fixed. They sent me a text an email and left a voice mail when they diagnosed the problem. Superb customer service. I asked around town and they were highly recommended, was told they are a little bit more expensive than other shops. It is worth paying the extra and get the great service that they provide. I dont think there is any other car repair shop in Dayton that can match their customer service and repair skills. Honest people. I will definitely return if i ever have issues with my car. A++++++++ Again thank you very much.

Tyler Long

04:18 06 Dec 18

I was surprised how thoroughly detailed the inspection was when I got my report back. I declined their recommended repairs, but still received a few tips on what I should do next to fix the problems on my own. If I need services in the future, they will get my business again.

Eve Coots

20:48 13 Dec 18

I had my transmission oil checked using their analysis service and they did a free inspection of my car. It was wonderful to find out what needed to be replaced on my car and I received an excellent description on what could happen if I didn't complete these standard recommended maintenance issues. Very happy with the service I received. My dad also loves listening to their radio show.

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4.6

Jay Vada

2018-07-02T16:55:06+0000

Impressive shop. Organized and clean = pride and quality. They even work on rv engine accessories(AF Flush...). Will go back when this is due again!

Mark Avery

2018-06-16T16:28:39+0000

The key to getting the most value out of your vehicle is regular excellent maintenance. Everything Murphy's Autocare does is excellent! They use only the best quality parts and products, document everything about your vehicle thoroughly, make it available to you online so you can track changes as they occur. Make a reservation to get your vehicle checked out and find out what you can do to extend its life and ensure it won't leave you stranded. All repairs come with a 3-year, 36,000 mile warranty. Have a new one? Be sure to have them do all your regular maintenance using BP Automotive Products and get a lifetime warranty at no additional charge. They kept my older truck running until I got tired of it, and have already put my new one on the track to being drivable for longer than I'm likely able to drive safely! When that happens, the kids (or maybe grandkids!) will be getting a great truck in excellent condition! Make Murphy Autocare the doctors for your vehicle health!

ErinJoy Stauffer

2018-03-17T14:36:12+0000

Josh Brooks

2018-02-17T08:46:26+0000

Liz Miller

2018-01-09T15:58:47+0000

Jess Toft

2017-06-27T17:37:16+0000

Great place! Dependable and always fast! Got me back on the road same day!! They have an awesome shuttle program so Im not stuck without a vechile My husband usually does our oil changes but when he cant I know i can take my car here and be well taken care of. They are full service and can take care of everything

Amy Hallinan

2017-06-12T13:23:07+0000

There are no words to describe how thankful I am to have found this place. After several horrible experiences at dealership service depts, we decided to seek help elsewhere. Now I'm kicking myself for not doing it sooner. It's a bit of a drive, but oh so worth it! This is a company that knows the true meaning of customer service. It's evident that they place that and providing quality autocare above anything else. It's obvious that they've found a team to work with them that holds those same values. The handling on our vehicle is like night and day. My family is still amazed at the care and time they took with us and the detailed inspection report provided of our vehicle. I've already shown the email to several coworkers, one of whom I'd overheard complaining about dealing with the service desk at another dealership. They too were amazed at how thorough it was and said they'd never seen that before. Thank you again for all you did for us and all you'll continue to do for those that need you. The military may take us away from here and if that happens at some point, you'll definitely be missed. Until then, you'll have our business, along with anyone else we can send your way. You definitely put the CARE in autocare!

Jeff Moyer

2017-05-24T21:45:53+0000

I recently experienced a rather unusual electrical problem with my '02 Lincoln. For no apparent reason the "door ajar" chime started and would not shut off (door locks, windows, sunroof and key fob stopped working at the same moment). Unfortunately my usual repair shop was not equipped to diagnose and the dealer recommendation after having the car for a week was to "sell the car for parts" as their best techs and even the Lincoln engineers consulted had no clue how to fix. Stunned at the suggestion I began looking for other options (driving with earplugs in the interim). My best decision by far was to consult Dave Murphy. After describing the problem in detail his advice to me was to "keep the car and fire the dealership". He convinced me that his staff could diagnose and fix the problem. Long story short, his staff resolved the problem in less than a day and at a very reasonable price. I wish to thank Dave, Bryan and Scott for a job well done. The only reason I'm giving Murphy's Autocare a five star rating is because the system doesn't offer six stars.

Michael Corbett

2017-02-10T23:03:56+0000

Best customer service I have received in a long time. Honest, professional, and no surprises.

Steve Stoker

2016-12-21T02:26:14+0000

I had been looking for an honest and trustworthy shop for many years. Now I have found the best. I wish Dave, Jan and all their folks a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Karen Toft

2016-11-29T22:16:09+0000

Wonderful experience with all of the staff. Excellent repairs and they send pictures of my car to help me make the right choices. Always give me an estimate before doing the work. I know they have my long term goals in mind. Thanks Mutphys�

Aron Hubers

2016-10-28T00:48:28+0000

Joyce Dozier

2016-10-19T15:32:13+0000

Murphys...my new best friend...friendly, knowledgeable, on time

Gena Hoover Tamaska

2016-09-21T23:32:43+0000

Once again, great advice & quality service! Pleasant, personable, & a home-town feel. Thanks, Dave, Ryan, Michael, & Brian....all the guys! I'll keep you posted....

Craig Halloran

2016-01-09T04:52:30+0000

So I brought my car in today for a gas line leak. Well there was so much more wrong with my car. Its a 2002 and the rust was really bad. The trailing arm is ready to go and all three gas lines need to be replaced. With the rust being so bad there was no guarantee that they would be able to get the plate down to put in the new gas lines. They only charged me 35.00 to look at my car. They could of stringed me along for hundreds of dollars but did take advantage of me! Also they explained all my options to me. I was very impressed with there professionalism. They will be seeing me in the feature with any auto car needs an i will refer anyone else who needs auto car in the area.

Jonathan Hauge

2015-11-06T16:58:06+0000

Brought my car in for an oil change. Vehicle taken back within minutes of arriving, waiting room was great and access to WiFi was a huge bonus so that I could keep working while my car was being taken care of. Service was great! Thanks!

Mark Eric Freburg

2015-08-26T17:23:54+0000

I've been using Murphy's Autocare for many years. Dave Murphy and his staff go out of their way to make our experience convenient as possible. I feel confident that the mechanics at Murphy's keep our vehicles running their best, which means they need fewer major repairs in the long run. If you want dealer quality service--or better--with a neighborhood feel--that level of friendliness and personal touch you won't find at a dealership, I can recommend Murphy's Autocare as the one place for all your automotive needs.