I would recommend taking your hard earned money to another dealership...but if you do buy there…read moredon't buy their GAP INSURANCE...get it through your insurance company....

Bought a car then a day later lights came on. Spent also 10k on repairs and am in debt now because…read moreof a car I bought here.

If I could give Budget Radiator and Automotive 10 stars, I absolutely would!…read more We were in Springfield from St. Charles for my daughter's MCDA Honors Choir workshops and concert when our 2015 Honda Odyssey suddenly started flashing warning lights on the highway--FCW, LDW, a flashing Drive indicator, and the check engine light. We were only about 7 miles out from our hotel, but we were worried we might be looking at a transmission replacement as it seemed like the transmission went "limp" and wouldn't change gears while driving! The team at Budget Radiator and Automotive got us in quickly, took the time to thoroughly diagnose the problem, and didn't jump to conclusions or try to sell us unnecessary repairs. They found that the alternator had failed, but they didn't stop there. During the repair they discovered the serpentine belt and tensioner were also failing because the belt kept slipping off. They explained everything clearly, showed us what was happening, and made sure the repair was done correctly. After replacing the alternator, serpentine belt, and tensioner, they checked the transmission fluid at my request, (which looked great), then test drove the van for about 20 miles to make sure everything was working properly before calling us. That's the kind of attention to detail and professionalism every customer hopes for. The van now runs beautifully, all of the warning lights are gone, and we have complete confidence driving it home. When you're traveling and your vehicle breaks down hundreds of miles from home, you're putting a lot of trust in a repair shop you've never met. Budget Radiator and Automotive earned that trust from the moment we walked in. They were honest, knowledgeable, thorough, and genuinely cared about getting us safely back on the road--not just fixing a car. Thank you for turning a stressful situation into such a positive experience. If we're ever in Springfield and need automotive service again, this will be our first call. I highly recommend Budget Radiator and Automotive to anyone looking for a shop they can trust.

Fair! Reasonable! Professional! Quick.! Thing I liked best…read moreis they did try to take advantage of an older woman!

I had the easiest time buying a car. They were honest and straightforward with the pricing…read more Everyone was super helpful and kind. I got a great car at a great price. I would recommend this place to everyone.

Test drove a Toyota Camry odometer on the dash said 41,000 miles. The oil sticker in the upper left…read morehand corner with their name on it said 117,000. Enough said. Walked off the lot and I won't be back. all i can say is buyer beware.

Excellent experience overall!…read more They were an excellent dealer, who answered every question, was very attentive to our specific needs pertaining to a vehicle. They were so nice, not aggressive and very good at their jobs. The process of finding, negotiation , warranty processing, and purchasing the vehicle went very smoothly, and was very efficient. Very happy about the service and the vehicle, thanks for the awesome deal! It's a great car.

Purchased my new car from them several years ago and have never had an issue. Very honest and…read moreupstanding guys. Till this day I can still call them and ask questions regarding repairs and maintenance.

I bought my car here back in 2020, and have used them for servicing said car since then. They are…read morevery helpful, always timely (I always schedule service, never walk in, not even sure if they do walk ins), and they've never talked to me like I was a "dumb woman". That last point is huge for me, and a big part of why I keep coming. Any woman who has tried to go to any car servicing has surely experienced that before, and not once has anyone at Pinegar talked to me like that. They've also never tried to upsell me on services, always explained to me why they do things, and they're always nice. Also, being able to drive my car straight into the garage, hand off my keys, and walk 10 feet into the waiting room, super appreciated by me, I have a disability and not having to walk and stand in line, it's very helpful. I drive out from Springfield every time because I know they're gonna treat me and my car well.

If you are a woman, I strongly recommend taking your vehicle elsewhere\…read more My experience with this service department was extremely disappointing and concerning\. I was billed for work involving my vehicle, including charges to my warranty, and **work was performed that I did not authorize**\. It took **five separate visits** before the underlying issue was addressed\. On my **fourth visit**, I was specifically assured that my vehicle was **safe to drive**\. I trusted that professional assessment and continued driving the vehicle, including having my children with me\. On my **fifth visit, less than 24 hours later**, I was told that the vehicle was **not safe to drive**\. Thank God nothing happened while my children were in that vehicle\. That change in assessment is extremely concerning\. If the vehicle was not safe to drive, why was I assured less than 24 hours earlier that it was safe? I was also told by the dealership's new car sales manager that, **"Sometimes we have to throw parts at it until we figure out what's wrong with it\."** That statement, particularly in light of the number of visits and the work performed on my vehicle, did not give me confidence that the problem was being properly diagnosed or repaired\. When I questioned why it had taken five visits to resolve the issue, I was met with raised voices rather than a professional explanation\. I also questioned the additional work and requested that the dealership take responsibility for having the resulting issues properly inspected and repaired\. That request was refused\. I am now having to seek an **independent inspection and investigation to determine the full extent of the damage and what repairs may be necessary**\. Customers should be able to trust that work performed on their vehicles has been clearly explained, properly authorized, and completed correctly\. They should also be able to question charges, repairs, and safety concerns without being spoken to disrespectfully\. I strongly recommend that anyone using this service department **document every interaction, verify exactly what work has been authorized, and carefully review all charges and warranty claims**\. This was not simply a disagreement over a repair\. It was a serious breakdown in communication, authorization, diagnosis, customer service, and accountability\. Most importantly, I was given conflicting information about whether my vehicle was safe to drive, and that is something I cannot take lightly when my children are involved\.

I usually don't write a lot of reviews but this place definitely deserves my praise! They are…read moreincredibly honest, nice, and humble. Customer service is EXCELLENT. When I contacted David and let him know my battery was not keeping a charge. David told me to come on by and he will take a look. The next day I drove in and he charged up the battery without a problem. I didn't need a new battery, saving me $200. I am forever loyal to this place.

My advice. Beware of this place. Stay away. They had my car for repairs. when I picked up my car…read moremore mechanical problems were communicated to me. Problem's the vehicle never had before.

took my car in and they inspected my breaks & shocks for me. Dis not charge me anything to look at…read moremy car. We will be taking in our daughter's car today. They are honest, capable people.

Always have taken my cars there. They do great service. The prices have always been fair.read more