North Seattle's
Most Trusted
Auto Repair Shop.

From your daily Subaru to a 1967 Mustang or a classic MGB, we treat every car with the same honest process. Jerry and Robert Barkley, 9009 Holman Rd NW — since 1996.

  • Written estimate before any work begins
  • No charge without your approval
  • ASE Certified  ·  4.8★  ·  111 verified reviews
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1996 Founded by
Jerry Barkley
30+ Years on
Holman Road
4.8★ Average
Google Rating
8 Service
Bays
Classic cars parked outside Crown Hill Automotive on Holman Road, Crown Hill, Seattle
9009 Holman Rd NW  ·  Crown Hill, Seattle
Classic & Specialty Vehicles

American muscle, vintage imports, and the cars you love too much to let go.

Crown Hill Automotive has built a reputation for tackling the vehicles other shops turn away. Mustangs, Camaros, Chargers, and vintage Broncos sit alongside classic imports in our eight bays — each one getting the same careful diagnosis and honest estimate.

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Whether it is a Subaru with 180,000 miles that still runs strong, a 1969 Camaro getting back on the road, or a daily driver due for a service — every car gets the same standard of work.

That consistency is why customers have been coming back to Holman Road for thirty years.

Crown Hill Automotive — modern cars, American muscle, and classic imports in Crown Hill, Seattle

Modern cars.
American muscle.
Classic imports.

Crown Hill Automotive is your full-service shop whether you drive a current Subaru, a vintage Ford Mustang, or a classic MGB. One shop, one standard — every car gets the same honest process.

Jerry Barkley opened this shop in 1996 and built a loyal following — from Subaru owners who needed someone they could trust, to muscle car enthusiasts who wanted a mechanic who actually understood their build. Robert Barkley joined his father here, and that combination of old-school knowledge and modern diagnostics is what makes this shop different.

Written estimate, no surprises No work without your approval ASE Certified technicians 4.8★ · 111 verified reviews
Meet the Barkley Family
What We Do

Everything your car needs, under one roof.

Daily drivers, Subarus, American muscle, and classic imports — all serviced at the same address with the same honest process. Eight bays, ASE Certified, Holman Road since 1996.

Modern Vehicle Service

Full-service repair for all makes and models. OBD-II diagnostics, manufacturer intervals, software updates.

Subaru Specialists

AWD systems, boxer engines, EJ and FA head gaskets, timing belts. We built a loyal Subaru following in Seattle.

Brakes & Suspension

Disc and drum systems, calipers, wheel bearings, and steering. Performance upgrades for muscle cars and stock service for daily drivers.

Scheduled Maintenance

Oil changes, timing belts, and fluids on schedule. Factory intervals for modern vehicles, custom service plans for classics.

American Muscle & Vintage

Mustang, Camaro, Charger, Corvette, Bronco, and more. Carb rebuilds, engine work, suspension, and drivetrain.

Electrical & Diagnostics

Modern CAN-bus systems, vintage wiring, charging systems, and sensor diagnostics across all eras.

AC & Heating

Refrigerant service, compressor replacement, heater cores, and blower motors.

Pre-Purchase Inspections

Thorough written inspection reports for modern vehicles and classics before you buy.

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Customer Reviews

What our customers say.

★★★★★ 4.8 out of 5  ·  111 Google Reviews
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★★★★★

"Dropped off my 1998 4Runner with a dead starter in the morning. Done by early afternoon, no surprises on the bill. That kind of same-day turnaround takes a shop that actually knows what they're doing and doesn't farm out the diagnosis."

1998 4Runner Owner  ·  Seattle

★★★★★

"Jerry is one of the most honest mechanics I have ever dealt with. He told me exactly what was wrong, what it would cost, and what could wait. No padding the invoice. In Seattle, that kind of integrity is genuinely hard to find."

Crown Hill Regular

★★★★★

"My 1967 Mustang had been sitting in the garage for three years. Crown Hill got it running properly again. They diagnosed everything methodically and charged a fair price. They actually know old American iron."

1967 Mustang Owner

★★★★★

"Ben did exceptional work on my MGB — carburettor rebuild, electrical sort-out, and an oil leak I had been ignoring for a year. This is the only shop in Seattle I have found that genuinely understands British cars. Worth the drive from anywhere."

MGB Owner  ·  Ballard

★★★★★

"Called ahead, Todd got me in quickly and handled everything without any hassle. In and out faster than expected, fair pricing, zero upselling. This is what a good shop looks like. Will be back."

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Customers drive across Seattle to come here.

Crown Hill Automotive draws customers from Bellevue, Mercer Island, Edmonds, and Bothell specifically for British classic and specialist work not available closer to home. For everyday repair, customers come from Ballard, Greenwood, Magnolia, and Shoreline.

When 111 customers leave five-star reviews over thirty years, word travels. The reputation is earned, not advertised.

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Serving these neighborhoods

Crown Hill Ballard Greenwood Magnolia Shoreline Kenmore Edmonds Bothell Mercer Island Bellevue Lake City University District Northgate Phinney Ridge Fremont

Your car deserves a shop that treats it as well as you do.

Written estimate before any work begins. No charge without your approval. Same family, same address, since 1996.

Book a Service (206) 782-7950

9009 Holman Rd NW, Seattle, WA 98117  ·  Mon to Fri 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Crown Hill Automotive — trusted auto repair for every car in Crown Hill, Seattle