I went there for my car inspection. I was in and out within 15 minutes. Great and fast service. I also go there for my oil change and I always get fast service. I was helped by Arthur today. read more

Excellent service, always. They're honest and will be up front with you about what's necessary and what your vehicle needs. Car repairs are never fun, but AutoMax takes good care of their customers. I have been coming here for a few years and have recommended them to others. From oil changes to serious work, they'll keep you on the road! read more

This place is a rip off...I was having immediate car problems. I stopped here because it was the closet shop around me. Walked in Tony sitting behind the desk without a smile on his face just nonchalant. Told him my problem & before my car was even diagnosed he started telling me major issues. They diagnosed my car & told me i had multiple problem & it woud be $1200. I decided not to get my fixed there. I took it else where & come to find out it wasnt the problems he diagnosed. After all said and done my car only cost $400 to get fixed. Tony/Automax is shady & i wouldnt trust them. read more

I've worked with this company before last year in November and got my car fixed had to get a new alignment or whatever. I'm no mechanic I just know I paid over $1700 to get it fixed. Less than 90 days later I had another incident with my vehicle. It had nothing to do with the prior damage that I they already fixed before, but the amount for what my car was going to need to be fixed was another $2000. Now I always go to them for minor car details such as getting a light fixed or oil change tire rotation and small jobs. And in less than 90 days another incident happen with my daughter put diesel fuel in my Mercedes vehicle. They want to charge me another $2000. Not only that my real problem was my car has been in their care for over a week and they had not done anything they informed me I was gonna have to wait until Ernesto the guy who works on specialty vehicles came back to work which would have been the day after my vehicle got there. Unfortunately when Ernesto got back to work he Must of had a lot of vehicles to do,so now my car still has not been fixed in over a week. Three days ago they give me a call saying they ordered all the parts for my vehicle and they just need me to give an answer on if they should fix it before letting me even know how much she was going to be. I am formed them I will probably be leaving and going to get a second opinion since I've been doing business with them they could not lower my price and Anthony told me he was going to charge me a $329 diagnostic fee. When I first drop the vehicle off he informed me that they only charged 129 diagnostic fee and after that 129 diagnostic fee if I decide to get my vehicle fixed with them to waive it. Me being extremely frustrated in meeting my vehicle I threaten to have it picked up and go somewhere else that could've had it done that same day and Anthony then told me I needed to pay him $329 diagnostic fee. So after this huge back-and-forth talking Dodge running around call after call trying to get my car fixed and trying to figure out if they're lying to me about their pricing. I've given them the OK to just fix the car even though I don't have the money I'll get it but fix it so I can go back to work. I also felt pressured by Anthony I believe his name as the front desk attendant/accountant/manager I'm assuming or maybe we could just save the money guy. Today now makes it a week and three days my car has not been fixed it's 9:30 AM on Monday I have not heard from them whatsoever the only time I hear from them is what I call them and I'm a cash paying customer who would like a deal I just paid you guys $1700. And the second opinion was going to charge me way less than 2000. So he claims he pulled some strings and is gonna allow me to pay $1500 so that I can get my car which I'm grateful for but why did I have to threaten to have my vehicle sent to another do you either have it fixed? And why did the diagnostic fee go from 129 to 3:29 when I said I was gonna have it moved? And why don't tattoo any type of loyalty program or frequency program or neighborhood program or good customer program other than the little finance things that everyone can get From any other car repair shop. I'm huge on loyalty which is why I always go to them but due to this last situation and Anthony and Ernesto and the manager of the company that location in Pearland on Shadow Creek I'm not gonna suggest that location to anyone I know. Unfortunately a lot of mechanics at work they are very nice gentleman but it's not worth the hassle. I've been lied to had to beg for my vehicle had to cry and let them know I can't afford it just to get a price reduction had to wait over a week for you to fix it and then you still make me feel pressured to fix it by telling me you've already ordered the parts to have it fixed before you even called me to tell me what was wrong with my vehicle I am extremely frustrated and I still do not have my vehicle!I'm going to give them a call right now today and if it's not done today I'll have another yelped for you guys everyone have a great day! read more

I simply walked in and was greeted by a friendly staff, obviously, without an appointment who explained the different options available for my desired oil change. The price was fair and their service was efficiently well done. Overall, I would recommend this business without reservation or any regret. read more

5 days and trips to Automax two, where they was suppose to fix it the first time and Automax one and they still haven't fixed my a/c. They tell me at the last minute when i am expecting my car to be finished i need another part and now i have to wait till Monday for them to get it. This company is pathetic! read more

He his a scammer si when he had my car in December he changed my spark plugs and replaced both head gaskets then then 2 month later my spark plugs go out nd I'm having more issues after I get my car bck from them then he wanna replace the spark plugs for free bc he know how wrong he is maxing us pay for sum bullshi read more

I have yet to have an outstanding experience here. Yesterday my mom took our car (as a favor to us as we work full time) for a state inspection. She mistakenly asked for an oil change- but we had an oil change two weeks ago. The sticker is on the windshield AND our fluids were at 100%. YET they gave us an oil change and never said "according to the dip stick or I don't know the sticker on the windshield that says you're not due another 3000 miles- you don't NEED one".... now to me that's shady. I should mention my mom brought them donuts as a treat since she was there early and there is a donut shop next door. REALLY? Why wouldn't they go the extra mile and tell her that she didn't NEED one- no they gave her an unnecessary oil change and said nothing. To me, that's shady. I called and kept my cool with the person who took my call. He was very pleasant UNTIL the guy who helped my mom demanded to speak to me- he ruined everything. He was very rude, over-talked me, and told me that they shouldn't have to check the sticker or the dipstick- ummm what? I refuse to patron this place anymore as there have been other instances (which I should have voiced too) of overcharging. I let it go because this place is nearby but nope- not anymore. I will drive further to a more reputable place. AND I was going to send our commuter car for an actual oil change and state inspection there today but NOPE- you lost my business Automax and you can thank your rude employee who spoke to me so disrespectfully. Good bye! read more

I was actually heading to the UPS store in the same shopping center and when I saw them right next door I figured, "oil change is on my list for today why not save a little time and gas?" The guys behind the counter were very friendly and told me it would be 30-45 minutes (come on, who actually believes an oil change can have a finite finish time at a shop). I had enough time to walk over to the UPS store, get my package shipped off, and get a coffee and a donut at Donut Heaven and still had plenty of time to read before they told me my car was ready. Am I the only person who brings a book or something when they get an oil change? I mean, it's not that I think people lie about how long it will take, but stuff happens and why set yourself up to be late to something else? The guys behind the counter did mention some leaks I already knew about and we chatted a bit about my plans for the car (she's old and not long for this world). They made a few suggestions and mentioned that they offer pre-purchase inspections whenever I might need one and were helpful without being pushy. I'll definitely go back again. Maybe next time I'll leave the book at home and try the nail place next door? read more

Rude a$$ negative people here. Don't even bother coming here. Went to drop off my dads car less than 10 mins to close and the rude a$$ guy working there close the garage on me saying it was close. He didn't even bother to ask how can I help you. Screw this place! read more

If you are considering giving this establishment your business i urge to look at and read their reviews not only on yelp but on fb and yellowpages. My family has been using these people for many years for multiple cars. Thinking back we have had some issues with pricing but not being experts in the matter and wanting to believe the best in people we never questioned it. Upon reading multiple reviews most have very similar stories of poor customer service, unethical business practices, poor workmanship, dissatisfied customers, and just overall subpar experiences not deserving of a community business. I brought in one of my cars because of issues with the cruise control, they kept it for almost three months alleging they had issues finding parts and when they did find parts they did not work. Its a 2001 model that has been discontinued so i believed their word. Finally after making calls each week and multiple visits including one which i simply wanted to leave with my car and them wanting to charge me for repairs that were never made, i got my vehicle back. Only to find that there was a strange sound coming from within, i took it back and upon inspection they let me know that it was an issue with the transmission that was quoted as being a nearly $5k repair. I found multiple receipts from within the time period they had it in their possession inside the car letting me know that they had been using my vehicle for personal matters. Further more, i had initially done the state inspection the day i brought it in according to these documents the vehicle had 110,585 miles on it that day, upon receiving the car back the odometer read 110,729 miles, thats 144 miles that the car was on the road while in their possesion. Now, i understand that a mechanic must test drive a car to ensure their work is done properly, but that amount of mileage is no needed. My car was obviously used by them and i am certain they are responsible for whatever damage was done to the transmission. I have attempted to talk to the manager Anthony but received nothing but poor customer service and subpar excuses, i am surprised at this sort of treatment being that we have invested in this community mechanic for well over eight years, almost since they opened. The worst part is that none of these reviews seem to deter people from giving them business as they do not deserve the privilege to service the people of this community. I have taken steps to file a formal complaint with the BBB and am also going to be seeking counsel from a consumer attorney and i urge to do the same if you have had this sort of experience, this is not about retribution but more of wanting to stop this from happening in the future to anyone spending their hard earned money on a business that quite frankly does not deserve to be a part of this community, as consumers we have rights and we have the power to make changes if only we either coalesce or go through the right avenues to make your voices heard. read more

If I could give 0 stars I would. This place is a complete rip off!!!! The only way you won't get ripped off is if all you are getting is an inspection sticker! read more

This is a very clean shop with reasonable prices. I came in for an oil change and received great customer service from Michelle who was knowledgeable and friendly about the services available. I brought my wife's car in for an oil change because of the experience and I will be coming back for all my automotive needs. read more

Auto Max - Auto max - Oil Change Stations Near Me - Pearland, Texas

Update: my check engine light came on during a long trip after I got my oil change and tire rotation. After going to my dealership, they found that the air filter clips had been left open, causing air to get into the car. Automax checked the air filter. That's the last straw. I'm going to give three stars for the decent service I've received in the past (though with the past reviews, duly noted on checking the pricing, etc). Today was very uncomfortable, though. As I am waiting for an oil change, an employee started yelling at another employee. Very unprofessional and uncomfortable. I'll think twice before coming here again. read more

Stay away!! They will give you an estimate and then do additional work and dramatically increase your bill. My mother was quoted a reasonable value and Auto Max performed the work. They called about "additional work" to be done and gave her a verbal quote over the phone. When she arrived to pick up her car, they MORE THAN DOUBLED the bill from the original & verbal quote. She was so embarrassed she wouldn't even tell me how much they charged her. There should be a law to protect the consumer from shady business people like these. There probably is, and I'm going to be looking into it. Meanwhile "steer clear" from Auto Max in Pearland! read more

Max, Anthony, and Mark are very professional. They've always helped me and provided a great service. My vehicles always leave their shop repaired properly and performing better than I've originally anticipated. I referred friends and family to Automax and they too were happy with the service and their repairs. It's been a blessing to my family, friends and everyone I referred to them for having a shop this professional and good at what they do this close to my home. I couldn't ask for anything better. read more

This place is horrible. Owner and staff are greedy and unprofessional. They do mediocre work and look for ways to charge you more. Stereotypical auto shop. STAY AWAY. read more

Have been a customer for a few years now . Only place I get my yearly car inspections . On 03/22 I was told my license plate bulbs were out and I would need them replaced before passing inspection. Ask how much and was told 23.98 - no problem I'm tired and as I said a previous customer. When paying it turns out the bulbs were $5.98 and I was charged 43.98 for labor !!! Really Auto Max !! When asked about the charges I was told because of where the bulbs were located .. and that's untrue I've changed them before ! It's really sad how honest customer service is almost extinct these days !!! Overcharging customer will not build your business- Really disappointed !! Until now they'd been decent !! Beware !!! read more

So I was obviously a little mad when I wrote my last review. I have clammed down, to adjust the rating to 2 stars. We have had work done here multiple times. We have had oil changes and inspections done multiple times. The people are nice. Max was sorry about what happened with my car this weekend. There have been annoying things where we have had to take the car back to get something fixed or adjusted after repairs. This time the cover under the car was dragging on the ground. They said they didn't take the cover off, but it didn't just happen to fall off while at their shop for 2 days. Anyhow, they did get it put back on. They haven't charged me extra for fixing these little things. I still think we are going to try a new place around here. There isn't anything special and there always seems to be something that conveniently doesn't work out well there. read more

This is the most drastic drop in a rating that I have ever written. After the a/c filter fix a few months ago, I decided to try them out for my oil change and tire rotation before the holidays. Things were going ok until I was called out to look at my car while it was still up on the platform. The tech showed me three "leaks": power steering, transmission, and something else. It was odd because my car had been driving fine and I park in the same spot in my garage every night. Never noticed any wet spots or stains. I had to go to work so I had them write out a list of recommended work and paid for my services: $94 for the oil change, tire rotation and oil filter, which is kind of pricey. That night, I noticed a strong oil smell in my garage and looked under my car. There was a visible leak dripping onto my garage floor. I went back the next morning and firmly asked that whatever was done that suddenly caused a leak be undone. They said it could be the cap and replaced that. That stopped the leak. I had my dad's mechanic check it out while home for Christmas and he said their recommendations were hogwash-- the kind of thing mechanics tell gullible looking women to run up the bill. That irked me but what ticked me off even more is that his assessment means they probably left my cap loose to create a leak on purpose thinking that would scare me into authorizing the work. That is really not cool. So now I've got to renege on my earlier review. Automax turned out to be just as shady as so many other spots. read more

Super shocked to see this highly rated! We took my husbands car there for the inspection and were told it needs all new tires. I said okay to getting the tires when I was told a final price. I asked for all fees, disposal fees, taxes etc. to make my decision and was told one flat price. Shocker, when we went to pick it up the guy told me it was that price plus $140. I said no no I got quoted X prize and was told that with everything included! He then made me think I wasn't going to get that price there was no way and that he has to "check with his boss", he was the person that told me the price initially. In the end I did get it for the price I was told but not after having to complain and haggle. In addition my mother-in-law had the oil leaking from her Silverado. She took it to her Abilene car care place and they said whoever did the last oil change did not put a cap(?) On correctly and it was leaking. Well, last change she had was at this place when she's visiting us! Beware. read more

So I have been twice now. The first time I got an oil change, they were nice and efficient and no problems. This second time however has been awful. First it took an hour and 40 min for an oil change and tire rotation, they quoted me less than an hour. Second they either didn't replace the oil cap or didn't tighten it down so when I drove off oil exploded around the engine area and then leaked all over our driveway. I took it back and they cleaned it up, replaced the cap and added more oil but this shouldn't have happened. Will be looking for a new place.... read more

Do not go here unless you want to be overcharged. I feel like I was being manipulated the entire time I was there! I came in for an oil change and $214 later, they talked me into a transmission flush and other things. They quoted me one price but then it was. At least $60 more expensive when it came time to pay, they said that the price they quoted me "didn't include the price of parts." I thought that was really shady but I felt obligated to pay because they had already completed the work. Then I went back because the car wasn't running well and they said they would check it out, they tried to charge me $87.50 just for LOOKING at the car! Absolute rip off, I felt like I was being swindled and I won't be going back. They quoted me over $1000 to fix another mechanics mistake and I went to another shop and got the work done for next to nothing. This place is an absolute rip off! read more

I'd give this zero stars if I could. This has to be the worst mechanic ever. When giving a price the guy tells me $385.32+labor, instead of telling me the total price. I don't know the price of labor. They charged almost $300 for parts that only cost $35. And didn't even finish the job correctly. Didn't replace the air filter as requested. My maintenance required light was still on, the mechanic expected me to figure out how to turn it off, they didn't change the oil sticker, and my side mirror was turned in to where I couldn't see. And all that after waiting 5 hours for a simple oil change and spark plug. read more

DO NOT GO HERE! You've been warned! I wouldn't allow them to repair my car if it broke down in their parking lot!! 1. Fat front desk attendant is rude! 2. They proceeded with repairs I didn't authorize, then lied and said I did! 3. Charge extremely high prices ($900 for an alternator) 4. Found out through the dealership that it wasn't the alternator anyway! It was a computer board. $900 gone for their incompetence. Again, you've been warned. read more

I wish you could have the option to give zero stars. Please make yourself a favor, and do not go there. It is a rip off. Service manager Tonny is rude and misleads you. He calls customer after repair is done letting the customer know what has to be done and threatened customers that he can always go back and undo the work if the customer doesn't agree with the inflated charge. Total estimate does not include labor, customer "discovers" at the end a double amount after labor is added at a rate of 99$/hour. Also a charge of about 7.9% is added to all bills for "supply fee". No warranty for parts and labor is granted. Avoid this place at all costs. Read other reviews on another websites. read more

Took three weeks to replace a front bumper; all kinds of excuses, always blame on others fault, never remember what they said; i made a mistake in the first place, i should not go there since they might only know how to do oil change read more

Great experience, got an oil change, needed tires and they helped me get the tires I badly needed.

Great Service! I was there for a State Inspection. They got me in and out in 30 minutes.

Fast, professional and courteous. The waiting area is clean and they are stable enough in their employment that I continue to recognize employees even after a year of coming here. read more

I came in for a state inspection 3 hours before the shop closed on a busy Saturday afternoon. They helped me right away, especially Chris. He explained the parts they wanted to replace and why it was important; I never felt like I was being taken advantage of and he helped me understand my car a little better. Everyone at the shop was friendly and helpful, I had a great experience with Auto Max! read more

Auto repair shops may not be cheap to begin with but Auto Max basically takes the expensive pricing to a whole other level. I have paid some steep cash here in the past, generally speaking, to get repairs done from time to time as this is the closest Auto shop to my house. However, I have at least been handed a pricing quote ahead of actual repairs on my previous visits to help make a decision on whether or not I would like to proceed. On my most recent visit, though, even that step got skipped altogether as I dropped my car off to inspect seatbelt issues for 45 minutes and returned to see them fix the problem without any price discussion with me for a total charge of $148.50. Are you kidding me?!?! That much for untangling two rear seat belts? I was shocked and when I asked why I wasn't given the price before repairs were performed, the manager started yelling at me about how he owes me no discussion because it was implied that I would be proceeding with the fix. Excuse me? Since when are we implying such things when a hefty amount of cash is being exchanged?! To stop further argument, they gave me a refund of $37.50 diagnostic fee but still charged me $111 overall for such a minor repair. Due to time constraints, I just walked away from the toxic situation for now and highly suggest you walk away from this place altogether to begin with as it is akin to getting robbed for low-end service. read more

If I can give this location a half star I would. DO NOT GO HERE! Your vehicle will not be fixed properly. There is a guy name Anthony avoid him he is a rip off artist. He will come to you like he trying to help but he really trying to make you have to come back. In my experience there I had a car that was overheating spent $1800. They said, " I needed my lines replaced and some more small details". We went ahead and "fixed it". A day later the car still was overheating. I took it back instead of saying we called it wrong this guy Anthony tried to say my whole system bad that I need to replace the radiator. I wasted money on that changing the lines out. He gave no discount or nothing. So I had been missing work so I just needed the car fixed. I let them replace it. The car started smoking and still overheating when I hit it back. AVOID THIS PLACE YOUR CAR WILL NOT BE FIXED YOU WILL BE CONNED OUT YOUR MONEY. I took it to a small shop fixed it for $250. read more

Max's group started out rough; customer service was poor, repair prices were outrageous. But after a lot of working with them (they're outside my office building, so it's honestly just convenience why I go here so much), they've started turning over a new leaf. Their customer service is doing better, and they try to do whatever they can to help me. Not the best mechanic, but better than most. read more

Stay away from this place even if all you need is an inspection. I went to get my car inspected. 10 minutes later they pulled me into the back and said I had a problem. They told me my brakes were completely shot and I was out of brake fluid which was dangerous. They would not be able to pass me on inspection. They quoted me $500 for four brake pads and brake fluid. I told them I wanted another opinion, and one of the guys started saying very loudly in the front that I did not pass inspection and should not leave. I took it to somebody else, and they said my car was fine. He suggested I eventually get new brake pads but there was no hurry. I can't believe they're scaring people into buying things they don't need. What an awful place. read more

I only use two mechanics to do service on my car and Auto Max in Pearland is one. They always are very honest and have impeccable customer service. I have a 2003 Toyota Camry with 274,000+ miles and Auto Max will help me insuring my car with another 200,000 miles. read more

Took them 2 months to change fuel injectors on my car and then they charged me dealership prices. $4200. The customers service is trash. Don't go here. read more

Our Toyota 4Runner had an error code that the dealership stated a secondary air valve and related parts were malfunctioning and it would cost $3,200 plus tax. We took it to Auto Max and he gave us a quote of just over $2,000 so we let Charlie and Aaron let their shop have a go at it. Upon repairing they determined one part quoted was not necessary and it ended up costing $1,600 plus tax. 5 stars for the repair on the 4Runner which we plan on keeping to near 200,000 miles and 5 stars for honesty. Thanks, Jackie and Arthur read more

Always has great customer service, every time I visit for an oil change. They are quick and do not leave you hanging or waiting long. Love this place!!! read more

They were fast and courteous helping me with a tire issue. I have utilized this location multiple times for state inspections and tire leaks ( Houston is rough on tires!). They have been my favorite place to go and never once have I felt they were trying to swindle me. As someone who has a lot of wear and tear due to a job that travels, I've been to a few places and think their prices are competitive read more