Serving Mitchell County for 25+ years. Fair pricing, no upsell, no runaround. Tom and his team will take care of you right.
What We Do
Whether it's a routine inspection or something more involved, Tom's team handles it with honesty and care — no unnecessary repairs, no surprise bills.
Official NC state vehicle inspections — quick, thorough, and straightforward. We'll tell you exactly what your car needs to pass, nothing more.
Engine diagnostics, brakes, suspension, belts, fluids — comprehensive repairs for all makes and models. Honest assessment, fair pricing every time.
Precision wheel alignments to protect your tires and keep your vehicle tracking straight. We use current equipment and test-drive every car before returning it.
Oil changes, filters, fluid checks, tire rotations — all the routine maintenance that keeps your vehicle running reliably for the long haul.
Our Story
Tom opened Stafford Automotive in 2000 with a simple idea: be the shop in Spruce Pine that people can actually trust. No upselling people on parts they don't need. No vague explanations. Just straight answers, solid work, and a fair bill at the end.
Twenty-five years later, that's still exactly what he does. Customers say they never feel overcharged or taken advantage of — and that kind of reputation in a small mountain community doesn't come from advertising. It comes from doing the right thing, job after job, year after year.
Whether you're a longtime Spruce Pine resident or new to Mitchell County, Tom's shop is where neighbors send their neighbors.
Our Work
From state inspections to full repairs — done right, with no surprises.
What Customers Say
"Great to work with for all automotive needs! Inspection, general repairs, and more. Wonderful staff and pricing."
"Never feel overcharged or taken advantage of during repairs. Tom is as honest as they come."
"Quick response, with staff promptly inspecting issues and conducting test drives to ensure safety."
"Honest — they did not attempt to upsell unnecessary parts. I'll never take my car anywhere else."
"Always a pleasure doing business with Tom and his team. Best shop in Mitchell County."
"Great to work with for all automotive needs! Inspection, general repairs, and more. Wonderful staff and pricing."
"Never feel overcharged or taken advantage of during repairs. Tom is as honest as they come."
"Quick response, with staff promptly inspecting issues and conducting test drives to ensure safety."
"Honest — they did not attempt to upsell unnecessary parts. I'll never take my car anywhere else."
"Always a pleasure doing business with Tom and his team. Best shop in Mitchell County."
"Tom diagnosed my car in minutes and had it fixed the same day. Couldn't believe how fast and reasonable the price was."
"My whole family takes their cars to Stafford Automotive. 25 years of trust — that says everything."
"Finally a mechanic who tells you the truth. No scary upsell, just honest work at a fair price."
"Been coming here for years. Tom always gives it to you straight and the work is always done right."
"Got my inspection and an alignment done same day. Fast, friendly, and the price was exactly what they quoted."
"Tom diagnosed my car in minutes and had it fixed the same day. Couldn't believe how fast and reasonable the price was."
"My whole family takes their cars to Stafford Automotive. 25 years of trust — that says everything."
"Finally a mechanic who tells you the truth. No scary upsell, just honest work at a fair price."
"Been coming here for years. Tom always gives it to you straight and the work is always done right."
"Got my inspection and an alignment done same day. Fast, friendly, and the price was exactly what they quoted."
Get In Touch
Give Tom a call or drop us a message. We're open Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM.
Tell us what your vehicle needs and we'll get back to you promptly.