Full-Service Auto Repair on Hopper Road in Johnson City
216 Hopper Road · (423) 328-7036
This recently renovated location handles everything from routine maintenance to diesel pickups, fleet vehicles, and complex diagnostics, with photo-documented inspections, text updates, and direct coordination on warranty and service contract claims so a covered repair actually gets covered. The waiting area was rebuilt like a small business center, with free WiFi, free printing, and free coffee and drinks, so waiting on your car doesn't have to mean losing your afternoon.
Modern Equipment, Real Diagnostics, No Guesswork
This location runs on real diagnostic equipment built for modern onboard computers, not a basic code reader and a guess. Every inspection is photo-documented, so you see the actual issue before deciding what to approve, and we're reachable by text as well as phone. Recently renovated, top to bottom, including a waiting area rebuilt like a small business center, free WiFi, free printing, and free coffee and drinks.
We handle routine maintenance, diesel pickups, fleet vehicles, and the complex diagnostics that come with modern vehicles, and we coordinate directly with extended warranty and service contract providers like MaxCare, so an approved repair actually gets covered. Scott, our service manager, is usually the one walking customers through exactly what's needed. This location also sits close to East Tennessee State University and the Johnson City medical district.
Services We Provide at Hopper Road
Diesel Engine Repair
Power loss, black smoke, rough idle, or a warning light on your diesel? We diagnose the real cause first and coordinate directly with your service contract provider on covered repairs.
Preventive Maintenance
Skipped service intervals are how small problems turn into expensive ones. We follow the real schedule your specific vehicle needs, not a generic one-size-fits-all chart.
Engine Repair
Rough idle, stalling, a warning light, or noticeable power loss all point to something worth diagnosing properly. We confirm the actual cause before recommending any repair, minor or major.
Brake Repair
Grinding, pulling to one side, longer stopping distances, or a pedal that sinks to the floor are all worth an inspection now, not after they get worse.
AC Repair
Warm air, weak airflow, or a musty smell usually means a real leak or a failing component, not something a refrigerant top-off actually fixes. We pressure-test to find the cause.
Transmission Repair
Hesitation, harsh shifts, a fluid leak, or a gear that won't engage shouldn't wait. We diagnose the cause and back every qualified repair with a real nationwide warranty.
Why Johnson City Drivers Choose This Shop
Not free coffee. When your car's broken, what you actually need is a straight answer, quality work, and no surprises on the bill.
You See What's Broken Before You Pay to Fix It
Every inspection includes a real digital video walk-through of your vehicle, so you can actually see the problem, not just take our word for it. You get a written estimate before any repair starts, with recommendations sorted by urgency, so you know what needs attention now and what can wait.
We Only Use Quality Parts
We don't cut corners with the cheapest part available. Every repair uses quality parts that meet the standard our 36 month, 36,000 mile nationwide warranty actually requires, because a part that fails early costs you more than it saved, and it costs us your trust.
Real Diagnosis, Not a Guess
ASE certified technicians confirm the actual cause before recommending a repair. It's why we regularly catch what other shops and dealers miss, like the three worn wheel bearings a dealership's own inspection overlooked two weeks earlier.
A Renovated Waiting Area, Built Like a Business Center
This location has been recently renovated, and the waiting area was rebuilt with a simple idea in mind: your time matters, and waiting on a repair shouldn't mean losing an hour of your day. Free WiFi is fast enough to actually work on, we have a printer available if you need to print something before a meeting, and coffee and drinks are on us while you're here.
| Amenity | What You Get |
|---|---|
| Free WiFi | Fast enough to take a call or get real work done while you wait |
| Free Printing | Need a document printed before a meeting? Just ask |
| Free Coffee & Drinks | Coffee and cold drinks, on us, the whole time you're here |
| A Real Place to Work | The waiting area is set up like a small business center, not a row of chairs facing a TV |
Proof, Not Promises
Anyone can say "honest" and "thorough." Here's what that's actually looked like at this location.
A diesel, fixed right, twice, under warranty
A customer's diesel truck needed attention twice in one month. Both times, we diagnosed and repaired it correctly and worked directly with his MaxCare service contract to get it covered, no runaround, no denied claims left for the customer to fight alone.
A blown radiator hose, same-day
A customer's radiator hose failed unexpectedly. Josh worked her in that same day, kept her updated as parts came in, and had her vehicle back in two days with everything else that needed attention handled at the same time.
Caught 3 worn wheel bearings the dealer missed
A customer had a tire rotation and inspection done at a dealership two weeks earlier. Our inspection found three worn wheel bearings the dealer's own inspection missed, and we helped prioritize safety issues first so the repair fit the customer's budget.
A broken BMW rear axle, correctly diagnosed
A customer's BMW came in with a symptom that can point to several different failures, a worn wheel bearing, a failing CV joint, or a fractured axle shaft. We confirmed it was a genuinely broken rear axle before recommending anything, then got it repaired and back to him with the exact same care we'd give any domestic vehicle, no import surcharge, no runaround.
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See All SpecialsWhat Hopper Road Customers Say
"American and Import Hopper Rd... can't say enough about the technicians here! Quality, honesty, integrity, everything a real automotive shop should be built on! If you're looking for a truly customer-first place, this is it!"
Trey B."American & Import Auto Repair on Hopper Road have been there for me twice in the last month and both times have done an excellent job diagnosing and repairing my diesel. They worked with my MaxCare service contract both times with great success. Highly recommend them."
Joe M."I've recently had some vehicle maintenance done at American & Import on Hopper Road and it was an excellent experience! The location is clean, comfortable and up to date. As always, I received thorough car care and communication about my maintenance."
Brian C."Took grandson's truck to diagnose check engine light, for oil change and tire rotation. Scott the service manager sent me the inspection results with photos and explained everything clearly."
Sharon S.Read more on Google (90+ reviews) or see our full testimonials page.
36 Month, 36,000 Mile Nationwide Warranty
Every qualified repair at this location is covered, parts and labor. Need help covering a bigger repair? See our financing options.
Directions to Hopper Road
216 Hopper Road
Johnson City, TN 37604
Hours
Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–5:30 PM
Closed Saturday & Sunday
Phone
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Is Hopper Road staffed by ASE certified technicians?
Yes. Every technician at this location holds current ASE certification, and the shop is held to the same standard as the rest of our business.
What are your hours at Hopper Road?
Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Does Hopper Road handle diesel trucks?
Yes. Our Hopper Road technicians regularly diagnose and repair diesel trucks, including working directly with service contract providers on approved claims.
Is my repair really backed by a nationwide warranty?
Yes. Every qualified repair at Hopper Road is backed by a real 36 month, 36,000 mile nationwide warranty on parts and labor, in writing.
Can you diagnose a check engine light the same day?
In most cases, yes. We regularly run same-day diagnostics and send photos of what we find so you can see exactly what's being recommended before you approve anything.
Do you work with extended warranty or service contracts like MaxCare?
Yes. We coordinate directly with providers, including MaxCare, to get covered repairs approved without leaving you to manage the claim yourself.
My car broke down unexpectedly. Can you fit me in without an appointment?
We'll do our best. We regularly work customers in the same day for unexpected issues, call ahead and we'll tell you honestly how quickly we can get to it.
Will I get photos of what's actually wrong before you do the work?
Yes. Our inspections are documented with photos so you can see the actual issue before deciding what to approve.
Do you work on BMW, Mercedes, and other European imports at this location?
Yes. We service European imports the same as domestic vehicles, with no import surcharge and the same warranty coverage.
What's the waiting area actually like?
Recently renovated and set up like a small business center. Free WiFi fast enough to work on, a printer if you need to print something, and free coffee and drinks the whole time you're here.
Do you give a written estimate before starting work?
Yes, every time. You'll also get a digital video walk-through showing exactly what we found, so you can see the actual problem before deciding what to approve.
Do you use quality parts, or the cheapest available?
Quality parts only. It's what our 36 month, 36,000 mile nationwide warranty actually requires, and it's what makes a repair last instead of failing again in a few months.
Johnson City Auto Repair Built for the Whole Job
Whether it's routine maintenance, a diesel pickup, a fleet vehicle, or a repair covered under an extended warranty or service contract, this location is built to handle it, with modern diagnostic equipment, photo-documented inspections, and direct coordination on covered claims. We're also close to East Tennessee State University and the Johnson City medical district, including Johnson City Medical Center and the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center. We serve drivers throughout Johnson City and the surrounding Tri-Cities area, including Jonesborough, Gray, Telford, Chuckey, Elizabethton, Erwin, and Kingsport. See what sets our shop apart.
Schedule your service at Hopper Road
Modern diagnostics. Honest answers. Repairs built to last.