I have known Ron and had him service/work on our cars for over 30 years - when he was the chief mechanic at another highly rated shop and then followed him to Speedline when he opened it. We've had Toyota 4runners, Range Rovers, Tahoe, suburbans, lexus, BMW convertible - and we only trust Ron and his mechanics to work on all our cars. The special sauce to Speedline is Ron and his honesty along with skill. This is an industry that can easily take advantage of people, but Ron will NEVER do that. Can't tell you how many times he tells me I don't need tires or work done, etc. In fact, when we were in LA for 2 years, something didn't feel right in the car (Suburban) as we drove the I-5 highway for 6 hours to Sonoma. Instead of pulling into a gas station or mechanic along the way, we pulled over and called Ron. He told us exactly what to do and what not to do- and then exactly what to do once we got to our destination. When our safety was at risk - we called Ron; nobody is more honest, trustworthy. I've also sat in his lobby while waiting for repairs on my car(s) many times. My experience every time I've witnessed a customer complain or even yell at Ron (or his employees) are those that are rude, demanding and likely have unreal expectations - no matter where they go. Highly recommend Speedline, Ron and his mechanics/techs!!! read more

We have taken our car to Speedline for various needs and the service is always fast, friendly and very reasonably priced.

I've been taking my car to Speedline for years. Today I came in for a synthetic oil change and asked for a once over on belts and hoses since it's an older and low mileage car. Ron sent me a video of what he found and recommended a tune up and a few other things. Speedline always listens to my concerns. read more

The most honest, thorough and reasonable garage I've used since I started driving in 1965. I was told by a friend that I needed to replace the shocks. I found Ron on Yelp. Ron asked me if I really wanted to spend money on something that did not replacing? (Turned out my friend needed a shock absorber and the car's shocks were fine). Ron could have proceeded with me none the wiser. Speedline always does what they say they'll do, in my experience. read more

This is the place that pays you if you give a bad post . Never trust what they post sometimes is just a joke. All ways calling you back for new repairs. A 500 bill to 3500. Lolol still don't have nothing done still parked in the street. read more

I downloaded Yelp SPECIFICALLY to give this business 5 stars!!!!! This morning i locked myself out of my car with all of my belongings inside, i had to run into a nearby coffee shop to borrow a phone, and the baristas recommended Speedline to me! They specially said, "they're great people", and they were so right!!! :D Speedline sent two super kind and professional gentlemen right to my apartment within 5 minutes, and they got me in my car within another 5!!! Seriously saved my life!! I cannot recommend them enough and will definitely return for any auto needs! read more

I am so impressed with the professional and thorough service from this shop. I highly recommend Speedline to anyone with car issues. They really know what they are doing!! A+ read more

Been using Ron for years and can't recommend Speedline enough. Runs a totally honest trusted shop. There are times he could have told me it required more extensive work and I would have paid it, but turns out it was something simple. Being a regular there are times I've stopped in for just a tail light being out and he doesn't even charge me. The guys working here are real gentleman. read more

I would recommend Speedline to all. Ron is great. The shop is reliable and trustworthy.

These guys are great. My battery had died and calles these guys to help. They sent a guy out to jump my car, and ordered a new battery so it would come ASAP and get me on my way, as I was late to a work event. Got it there and they installed the new battery and got me on my way. I've been going to them a few years now and they have always been awesome! read more

Extremely poor customer service. The person I saw was so rude i decided not to seek any service with them. I do not recommend going here. It cost nothing to be civil especially with a potential customer. read more

I do not have your business confused with another. In fact it was you, the owner who was very, very rude. I planned to bring my car in for service. Parked apparently where I wasn't supposed to. No signs, nothing. You came out screaming, arms waving, ridiculous behavior for such a small error. Others in your shop agreed and left. You love customers! Right. read more

My battery died just as I was leaving work last night. Thankfully, a coworker gave me a jump, and I made it home. The next morning, I started calling around for a tow and replacement battery, but when I reached out to this shop, Ron said he'd send someone over to jump the car in five minutes (I live just down the street). Sure enough, I had barely walked back out to my car when one of his team members pulled up with a jump starter. We dropped off the car, and just a few hours later, they texted to let me know it was ready. The whole process was easy, fast, and incredibly friendly. My boyfriend and I will definitely be back to use these guys - and our dog will be using the dog wash too! Thanks, Ron! read more

Had gotten oil changes here before with no issue. I called because a different auto body shop noticed something wrong with my car (issue with wheel axle) during an oil change and I wanted to get a quote for how much it would cost Speedline to do it because I've never had my car repaired and I don't know much about the process. The man on the phone was incredibly rude and said "That's a lot of money, good luck with that" when I was trying to explain to him what the other body shop told me. He then told me to stop interrupting him and then hung up the phone before I was done talking. Stunned at how rude he was to a potential customer. I'll never go back here even for a simple oil change nor will I ever recommend anyone else go to this place. read more

We have been going to this shop for years! It is so nice to have a mechanic you can trust but these guys really go above and beyond that! They are extremely knowledgeable, assess and fix the issues in a quick but efficient way and are welcoming and friendly! The last time i took my car in it was making a horrific sound! He did an inspection and it seems there was just a piece of gravel that had got stuck near the breaks it popped out on the way over but he made sure to look at the car and make sure rooter was fine. He didn't charge me a dime and when I went to pick it up he gave my kids a matchbox car each! Thank you Speedline!!!! read more

I came in today thinking something was wrong with my headlights. They tested them and found that they were working correctly and let me know. They were very respectful and charged me nothing for this service. I am very grateful because they could have easily have taken advantage of me. I will be back. read more

Amazing and quick service! Our car was making an awful grinding sound so took it to Speedline expecting us to be carless for a few days. An hour later, the car was fixed (luckily an easy and quick fix) and the best part, free of charge! Highly recommend for trustworthy service and just generally good people. Thank you so much! read more

I've been taking my car to Speedline since about 2008, and I will never go anywhere else. Ron and his team do outstanding work - great service, reasonable prices, prompt turn-around, honest, friendly. So long as I live in Chicago I will always bring my cars there. You should, too. read more

I thought I found a good garage in Chicago, and I was even recommending it to all my friends. We're not car-savvy, so when I called today to ask if they could make a repair, I got a very snappy response that was very rude when I asked 3 questions about what my car needed. Went in in-person to ask to talk to a manager about it and was told it was probably the manager who I talked to. Sorry but if your customer service is plain rude, I will find another garage to use, and I recommend others do as well. The unfortunate part is the main guy behind the counter is very good at customer-facing interactions, I was hoping all employees would be as good. Edit: Take a look at Sharon G.s review, she calls out the owner for the bullying, gaslighting replies. He replied to me too below, acting like nothing happened. Notice all his replies to low ratings are almost all caps, and only promoting the business and not addressing the review? That's how you know the owner is lying through his teeth and doesn't GAF. It looks like any time he's having a bad day he's a complete jag to anyone he wants, so I caution anyone reading this review: even if you've had good experiences before, how long until this guy decides to unload on you because he can't handle his emotions or run a *polite* business? read more

I went to get my brakes changed based on the recommendations for a mechanic from people in the neighborhood and I was pleased with my service. The person at the desk was nice and friendly and the service was done quickly. read more

Have had Speedline work on my car a few times for both serious and minor issues. Always fast, friendly, and very fairly priced. Highly recommend! read more

Personal attention. Great service. Reputable. Fair pricing. Do not recommend work to be done that is not needed. Been going there for years on the recommendation of my son. read more

I appreciate Speedline Auto being consistent when I call to request service. I can trust the shops transparency with the cost of the work done and superior quality. I really feel like family when I patronize this business. read more

Ron and the crew are the actual best. I've been taking my Civic there for almost 15 years. I've always had incredible service, reasonable rates, and I've never once felt like they were taking advantage of me as a woman who doesn't know anything about car repair. They've even told me when I don't need work that I thought I did. These guys will always get my business. read more

You're here on Yelp because you're looking for a someone to trust with your car. Stop searching and just bring your car to Speedline. Everybody (and I do mean everybody) in the neighborhood raves about this place, and I share the enthusiasm. Fast, honest, trustworthy, friendly service that's well-priced. They really go the extra mile. Highly recommend. read more

Last week I plowed into a curb and wrecked a tire. Brought it here and can't say enough nice things. Super nice guys, can't beat the price. I know less than nothing about cars and was ready to pay for a new tire rim but he fixed it for free. Thats integrity and kindness. The car was long overdue for all new tires and he got that done too and quicker than I thought possible. Tire service comes with free rotations periodically. This is your place right here. read more

I have been a customer of Ron's for several years and always experience top tier service. I have recommended Speedline to friends and family, each of whom share similar experiences. They are efficient, thorough, knowledgeable, and take time to explain what they discover when you come in and describe what your car is doing in non mechanic terms. I've gone to my share of mechanics. Ron and his team get my vote for being at the top of the list. read more

EVERY MECHANIC SHOULD BE LIKE SPEEDLINE!! I have been going to them for a couple years and have always been impressed with the work that they do. This last time, they made a pretty big mistake with my car. Doesn't matter what the mistake was. What DOES matter is that they owned the mistake and took care of it right away. At no point did they argue with me over cost. All they kept telling me was "This is how we do it". My dad used to always tell me that we all make mistakes. It's what you do afterwards that shows who you really are. I'll be going to Speedline forever! read more

Speedline is WONDERFUL! They are great about getting you in quickly and they have great hours so it's easy to find a time to get your car there. They always do great work for a great price. They have fixed my several issues with my car, and they have been great every time. Highly highly recommend. read more

Have come to the shop for other work with no issues until recently. Yes The owner is very snappy even when asking questions about an oil change. Spent over $1500 replacing stolen catalytic/o2 to find out a week later the engine was completely blown. He tried to blame my son saying that car has been driven hard. Well my son drives the car like two days a week for 15 minutes, so no he wasn't driving the car "hard". It was an oversight that should've been caught before the catalytic was replaced. PERIOD My son is a young driver and didn't realize when the car is making a noise, You stop driving it and bring it in immediately especially if you just picked it up. You don't wait a week to keep driving it ...very tough learning experience at such a young age, but owner yelled at him nonetheless. Car is dead read more

My car was shaking, so I took it to Ron (&Team) and they quickly diagnosted what was wrong. A couple of days later I had a new part and new window blades too! Thanks fellas for ALWAYS making my car experience the best it can possibly be. I HIGHLY recommend Speedline for HONEST, FRIENDLY and FAIR service!!! read more

I have been to Speedline several times. Ron and his team are very honest and do great work at a fair price. I have gone for simple work like an oil change to brakes/rotors coolant flush etc and have always been completely satisfied. They are a great spot especially for us single females because I feel sometimes mechanics try to take advantage and that has never been an issue at Speedline Tire. This is definitely a shop you want to go to! read more

No frills car service. They'll check out what the issue is on your car, tell you what they're going to do, and be upfront about it all. No upselling or trying to game you, definitely coming back here for anything moving forward! read more

Speedline is fantastic! My car is very reliable, so I've only had to visit them a few times. Every time I have had a car issue, Speedline takes care of it quickly, efficiently, and with complete professionalism. I cannot recommend them highly enough. They will take great care of you and your vehicle! read more

Speedline is everything you want in a neighborhood auto repair service. It was my first time as a customer and they were so courteous, affordable, and professional. I chose the business based on the many positive reviews. Keep up the good work Speedline... read more

I have been bringing my cars to Ron for many years and have always had great service, reasonable prices and great tires. Ron is straightforward, honest, respectful and has a great sense of humor. I will always stick with Speedline. read more

New to Chicago and got a flat tire during finals week. Came here, and they fixed it quickly! The prices were reasonable, the service was fast, and the waiting area was comfortable. Great customer service--highly recommend and will definitely be back for any car issues! read more

Speedline has been my go to for car service and repair for more than 10 years. I have never had a bad experience with them. Ron and all of his employees have always treated me with respect and courtesy. My last car was a 1999 Saturn. Speedline kept it running clean until 2019. If I hadn't been 1,000 miles away visiting family when it finally died, I'm convinced they could have repaired it for me. Costs have always been reasonable, quotes are dependable, and I've never known Ron to recommend work unless it needed to be done. I plan to keep bringing car number two to Speedline as long as they're in business. read more

Went here for the first time to get new exhaust on my 2003 Honda Odyssey, they also did oil change, cabin air filter change, and checked for emissons test. The guy who did the exhaust even took extra time to make the tip look sporty! These guys are honest, fast and do a great job. Try them out. read more

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Ron and his team recently helped me out of a jam and I'm so appreciative that they're my neighborhood shop. I made the mistake of ordering tires from Costco - after several back and forth calls the tires were finally in and ready for install at Costco. Install was booked for 45 minutes but I was told 2 hours, bummer. After 75 minutes they called me and said they had just gotten started but couldn't get 3 out of 4 of my wheels off because my lugs were stripped. Grrreat. They sent me to another tire shop open on Sundays and they wanted to charge me $200 to get them off and it would take several hours. Ugh. So I scrapped the whole thing and went home. Called Speedline the next day (after confirming I could return the Costco tires) and Ron was great and said he'd take care of the tires and lugs. I then told him I likely needed brakes and an alignment and had planned to come there after the tires got installed but now hoping he could do it all. And he did! He let me know I only needed front brakes and instead of an alignment, I needed new control arms. Was so gracious and kind and even found me a rebate on the tires so they ended up costing the same as Costco anyway! AND with free balancing and tire repairs if ever needed. Anyway, all this to say just go here first. They're honest, do great work, and are just plain nice. Car is driving so much better! Will continue to be their customer and tell all my friends as well. read more