Whether you drive a car, truck, minivan, or SUV, you will need to maintain your vehicle over time. That means having the right replacement parts at the right time. While there are many part stores in the DC area, not all of them are ideal. We’ve created a list of the 10 best stores to buy auto parts in Washington, DC to help you out a little.
1. Advance Auto Parts
311B Maple Ave E
Vienna, VA 22180
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(703) 281-9777
Rating: 4.5 Stars on Yelp
This store offers low prices and customers like the fact that they can order online for in-store pick up. The staff are also rated as being knowledgeable and happy to help ensure the right part is purchased.
2. Advance Auto Parts
1449 Chain Bridge Rd
McLean, VA 22101
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(703) 848-2639
Rating: 4.5 Stars on Yelp
Customers really appreciate the level of help available from the knowledgeable staff who are happy to answer questions, give advice and help choose the right part from multiple options. Prices are low, too, and customers can order online for in-store pickup.
3. Advance Auto Parts
7457 Hillwood Dr, Ste 105
Gainesville, VA 20155
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(571) 222-6410
Rating: 4.5 Stars on Yelp
Customers like the reward program here, as well as the fact that the staff are happy to help locate the right part. However, some have noted that while the prices here are affordable, some competitors do have lower prices on a few comparable items.
4. Uptown Auto Parts
6239 Georgia Ave NW
Washington, DC 20011
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(202) 723-1993
Rating: 4.5 Stars on Yelp
Customers like being able to support a locally owned and operated part store. The prices here are surprisingly low, often cheaper than chain stores, and most parts are on hand at all times.
5. Advance Auto Parts
5404 Lee Hwy
Arlington, VA 22207
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(703) 237-0030
Rating: 4 Stars on Yelp
This store keeps many parts in stock at all times, and if an item that isn’t carried is needed, they can special order it. The prices are in line with other part stores, and most customers find that the staff are very knowledgeable.
6. Advance Auto Parts
4349 Duke St
Alexandria, VA 22304
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(703) 461-3787
Rating: 4 Stars on Yelp
This store gets high marks for the availability of parts and the ability to order parts that the store does not carry. Customers also like the ability to use online coupons to save additional money over the usually low prices.
7. Advance Auto Parts
46220 Potomac Run Plaza
Sterling, VA 20164
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(703) 421-1168
Rating: 4 Stars on Yelp
Customers state that the “prices are fair and the selections are well stocked”. The staff also get high marks for their ability to look up parts and research alternatives.
8. Advance Auto Parts
1268 Rt 3 S
Crofton, MD 21114
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(410) 451-7201
Rating: 4 Stars on Yelp
Customers give this store high marks for the low prices and the fact that most of the parts needed are always on hand. The staff are happy to look up parts and can explain how to install them, as well.
9. AutoZone
3705 Mount Vernon Ave
Alexandria, VA 22305
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(703) 535-5900
Rating: 3.5 Stars on Yelp
This store gets good ratings for having the parts needed at all times, as well as for having low prices. However, some customers have experienced longer wait times at certain periods of the day.
10. AutoZone
10960 Fairfax Blvd
Fairfax, VA 22030
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(703) 591-1649
Rating: 3 Stars on Yelp
Staff here are rated as being very knowledgeable and willing to help customers find the right replacement part. While most commonly needed parts are in stock at all times, customers have found that some items must be purchased from a dealership or special ordered, such as bumper clips.
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