Central Service

(144 reviews)

Great customer service. Great communication. I bring all of my vehicles (6) here without hesitationread more

We are very happy with this company. We dropped my car in for the air conditioner to be repaired…read more Robert was wonderful. He explained everything thoroughly. The price was reasonable. The service was wonderful. When we picked up the car, Joy was very friendly and knowledgeable. We definitely recommend bringing your car here for service.

Nofsinger's Auto Repair

4.8

(128 reviews)

Still amazing service, workmanship and value. In the past couple months my wife and daughter have…read morehad two older cars in here for routine maintenance. Brakes, shocks etc etc. Prices are always fair, the guys are always friendly and the turnaround is always quick. Couldn't ask for a better local service shop.

These guys are great. I told them at 8:30am I needed my brakes replaced before 2:00pm so I could…read morepick my kids up from school and they hedged a bit before agreeing. Made me a bit nervous, to be honest. I was dreading the usual, "Hey, sorry but we need to keep your car overnight." phone call that I ALWAYS get at the dealership. They had it done by noon. Awesome service at an excellent price!

Timo's Auto Haus

4.8

(16 reviews)

Timo is the man!! My car had been giving me trouble for about two weeks before a friend recommended…read moreTimo's auto repair for all my car needs. My friend also has a foreign car like myself and said that Timo's wonderful team of professionals are experts for all types of vehicles but with a slight specialization in foreign cars. It's very hard for me to just trust any mechanic with my car just because that's my baby and I always feel like no one will take care or love my vehicle like I will. Although it was a long ride from my home, the car ride was worth it as soon as I met Timo. He immediately diagnosed my car and said I needed to replace/fix my MAP Pressure sensor, thermostat, water pump and sway bar link. Imagine all the dollar signs that flashes before my eyes! Just kidding, he was actually very reasonably priced. Timo also sat down with me and explained the cost of each part to repair and also how much the labor would cost. He also advised me to compare prices but as I previously mentioned, peace of mind is very important to me and knowing that my car is in good and trustworthy hands, I decided to just go ahead and have him repair my vehicle. I really appreciated that he told me right away what was wrong, no beating around the bush and saying it might be this or it might be that, as previous mechanics have advised me. Due to the fact that my car is a BMW, Timo told me in advance that it may take about a week to repair my car because he needed to order specific parts that not every parts shop has. Timo sent me status updates here and there and most importantly, he answered his phone when I called him! A week later, I got my car back and it drives like brand new and I couldnt ask for a more reasonable price! Two weeks after my repair, I was involved in a car accident and my car was towed to Timo's for repairs yet again. Timo's team looked at the damage on my car, sent an estimate of repair to my insurance and kept me posted on the status of my car at all times. This time the exterior of the car was significantly impacted and some damage to the engine but Timo worked very diligently to get it repaired as quickly as possible. He kept in touch with the insurance companies in regards to the estimate of repairs so that I didn't have to. Honestly, this was such a relief because I didn't have to go back and forth between the two. Due to the fact that insurance companies were involved and specific foreign parts had to be ordered, it took about two weeks for my car to be fixed. However, I went into the repair process knowing that it would take longer this time around since payment for the repairs wasn't not dependent on me but the insurance company. For all your car needs, regardless if it's an American or foreign car- Timo's team of trained professionals is your one stop shop for all your car neeeds. He has over 15 years of experience in high end service and knows exactly what hes doing. Would recommend Timo and his entire staff for all your automotive needs!

Brought my VW here to have a look at some recent issues we were seeing with it. Timo and AJ…read morecommunicated well, explained the issues and did the work quickly and at a fair price. I'll bring my European cars here from this time forward.

Suburban Tire Auto Repair Center

4.1

(122 reviews)

St. Paddy's day 2022. I was on my way home from work a little after 5, anxious to get the corned…read morebeef and cabbage started, when I heard hissing from my passenger rear tire. F**k!! Last thing I wanted to do on my favorite holiday was take my car in for a new tire. However, Suburban Tire-GH always takes care of business in a timely manner. Jack is an expert and took care of my car instantly. I was home with a belly full of corned beef before the sun set that night. I could not be more grateful for the attention to detail and speedy service I always receive when I'm in their care. Thank you kindly to every hard worker in this shop for the 5-star service!

Brought in my truck for repair - with the scan tool code. They said fine, we'll call you. They…read morequoted me a pretty crazy price for repairs, and then charged me over 200 for the 'diagnostic fee' which was never discussed. Guess what the scan tool showed them - exactly what I had advised - it's on the receipt. Sorry Charlie. You can do better than that.

J & R Auto Repair

(21 reviews)

Daryl and Dane deliver as promised. They are kind and respectful to all. They listen as well as…read moreexplain what your vehicle needs. Their pricing is fair and they use quality parts! I will continue to bring my vehicle to them when it needs service and my family is bringing their vehicles to J & R Auto as well. Thank you both for the exceptional service!

COMPLETE SCAM! stay away. will rip you off. came in for air on my tire, after fixing a nail which…read moretook one minute he said it would be $30 then when he went to charge me he charged $35 and didn't even tell me. when i saw the receipt he said it was for tax but the receipt clearly didn't say any tax on it and when i went to the owner he just decided to yell at me. absolutely awful owner. i would go somewhere else for business

Gearhead Auto Repair

(54 reviews)

My car broke down and I had it towed here since it was close. They are nice, but it's a veneer…read more They installed a new part without me giving permission to do any repairs (I didn't even know what the issue was until they had replaced it), charged me 400$, and the car broke down a week later. I took it to the dealer and lo-and-behold the issue was completely software related that cost nothing to fix. They refused to refund me. Don't trust Brian from gearhead!

Friendly and helpful service. Call to make an appointment as they are busy. Happy to have local…read moreEuropean car experts!

Village Garage & Tire

(12 reviews)

They are fast and friendly. I called to make an appointment for an oil change and tire rotation and…read morethey were able to squeeze me in on a Saturday morning. They use quality oil and are affordable.

This place does an amazing job with our vehicles. we always take our cars there. He is very honest…read moreand does not add to my bill. It's hard to find an honest mechanic. However, this is the best place for the value for your vehicle and for peace of mind.

Areawide Automotive

5.0

(19 reviews)

Honest, highly competent auto service center that puts most others to shame. After receiving…read morediagnostics and a quote from one of the branded tire service centers, we moved our car to Areawide for Dave and his team to assess the situation. He ran the same diagnostics and determined that one assessment by the other guys was wrong. In effect, Areawide got us back on the road at a bit more than 25% of the cost of the branded tire center. A four figure repair was now a manageable three figures. Areawide is in this for the long haul, which is why we're entrusting him with our cars more and more. Shame on some of the others for misdiagnosis and misrepresentation. Chances are great you will avoid both at Areawide.

Outstanding service!…read more Dave and his crew take care of all of the vehicles where I work. I decided to start taking my car to him a couple of years ago. He is a very honest when it comes to diagnosing the problems with your car. His prices are reasonable. I would recommend his shop to anyone I know. Jennifer

West & Sons

(47 reviews)

Quick response, reasonable price and friendly service. They delivered my car to a tire shop in…read moreexcellent time, and I will use them again as needed. Sincerely, Sherrill Cummings

i called west and sons and kristen the caller sent the tow truck driver andre. I was stuck very…read moredeep in the snow and he was able to get me out no problem with an unbeatable price. very nice and caring people, and they met me in under 20 min! THEY ARE THE BEST!

A To Z Auto Repair

(144 reviews)

Great customer service. Great communication. I bring all of my vehicles (6) here without hesitationread more

Havana Kustoms

5.0

(10 reviews)

The quality and value was outstanding!!! I had scratches on the backside of the driver's side of…read moremy car! Havana Kustoms did excellent work.It looks brand new.

First and foremost is the communication. Frank is great about returning calls and responding to…read moretexts. I had 2 motorcycles repainted this winter 2025, and both projects turned out beautifully. I was kept in the loop about every aspect of both jobs, including being sent pics of the process along the way. I always knew where they were at, and when to expect completion. Havana's pricing is very fair and competitive, plus the quality of the work is top notch. Great local business that takes pride in their work, and provides honest and detailed information about any and all work to be performed. Highly recommended. Thanks guys!

Megan Auto Works

4.1

(12 reviews)

I brought my Alfa Romeo Giulia in with a brake/IBS issue. They took the job (credit for that), but…read moreeverything else was a mess: a month of delays while my car sat on the street, a hidden $75 parking ticket, 76 miles put on my car, rude treatment, filthy interior, and a padded "diagnosis" bill that left the brakes locked in service mode. Last straw: they hid the parking ticket until after I'd paid in full. The problem (short): Brake failure/IBS fault. I authorized diagnosis. After their "diagnostic," the car was left in Brake Service Mode with all four wheels locked, making even towing difficult without a full lift. -What I give them credit for (+*) +5* for taking the job at all. Many shops refuse Alfas; they agreed to work on it after I said I'd supply the correct used IBS unit myself. Why this is 1 star (everything below subtracts) Minus 1* Month-long delay & storage on the street They had my keys, yet the car sat outside on the street for over a month instead of on their lot. I had to drive over just to find out where it was. Minus 1* $75 ticket because the car was left on the street I later discovered a $75 parking ticket issued while the car was under their control. Minus 1* 76 miles driven -- way beyond any reasonable test Odometer shows +76 miles after service. That's not a "quick test drive." (See photos.) Minus 1*No fuel after all those miles They returned the car with no fuel added after putting those miles on it. Minus 1* Dirty hands on a light interior + trash left inside My light interior was stained and the car had trash left in it. I then had to pay for interior cleaning. Minus 1* Rude attitude when I asked why my car was on the street When I came to ask what was going on, I was told, essentially, "If you don't like it, take your keys and leave." I couldn't--because they didn't know how to exit service mode on the brakes and refused to fix it. Minus 1* Hiding the ticket They removed the ticket from under the wiper and never told me about it until after I'd paid. That's unacceptable. Costs & quote * $500 up front for "diagnosis." After this, the car was undriveable due to the brakes locked in service mode. * They quoted $5,500 to replace the IBS because "we don't want to deal with this car." * I negotiated $1,500 labor only (I supplied the correct donor IBS--no programming needed). * Add $75 ticket, fuel they used over 76 miles, plus interior detailing I had to pay for. I didn't run to write a review when I noticed the miles, the smell, and the mess inside. I didn't write when I had to pay for cleaning. But learning later that the $75 ticket had been hidden from me was the last straw. Bottom line: They took the job (+), but the way they handled my car and treated me erased any goodwill. One star. Do better.

Growing leaps and bounds, Megan Auto Works has moved to their new facility:…read more Megan Auto Works 50 W Factory Rd Addison, IL 60101

Old School Classic Cars

4.0

(4 reviews)

I drove my 1972 Cadillac Eldorado resto-mod from Los Angeles to Chicago for a Cadillac convention…read more After 2 weeks of delicious deep dish pizza, museums, and tours, I was ready to return. I went to start my car and discovered the battery was dead. AAA replaced the battery, and discovered the engine would crank but would not turn over. I needed to find a repair shop or make arrangements to ship it home. I began a Google search and quickly began calling "classic auto repair shops", asking for help. The replies ranged from "We can't take you for 2 weeks" to "We don't work on cars that old". I finally dialed Old School Classics in Monee IL. Bruce listened patiently to my predicament and said he would help. I had the car towed from downtown Chicago to his shop in Monee. Bruce greeted me and began working on it right away, with help from Mike and Ray. By the end of the day Bruce had isolated the problem to the EFI control module, one of the many modifications I had made to improve performance. Bruce continued working on my car first thing next morning. He reached technical support at Holley, who helped him verify that that the ECM module was fine. They directed Bruce to a hidden relay that tested bad. After replacing the relay, the engine fired up perfectly. I was very grateful to pay this bill, be on my way and avoid a $4,000 charge to ship the car back home. My car ran perfectly for the 2,000 mi trip back to Los Angeles. Bruce, Mike, and Ray are honest "Old School" people. You can trust their expertise. They deliver excellent service quickly and efficiently.

This place is A++ for all your classic car body work! They did a great paint job on my 1969 Doge…read moreCharger! Car came out beautiful!

Mario's Mobile Mechanics

(22 reviews)

M3 in 3 words: Convenient, Transparent, Affordable Mario in…read more3 words: Friendly, Professional, Talented I was initially skeptical about mobile mechanic service, but a referral from AutoZone led me to Mario's Mobile Mechanic and I'm glad it did. From the first text, Mario was responsive and professional. Speaking directly with the owner and mechanic Mario on the phone, he was incredibly helpful and was able to diagnose multiple root causes of my Acura TL based on my feedback alone. What really impressed me was the pricing. Mario quoted me almost 50% below what I was quoted at two separate dealerships and a local service station. When scheduling came up, he fit me in that same week. On service day, he texted when he was on his way and arrived exactly on time. Beyond the actual work, which he executed with all the proper tools, Mario walked me through everything that was done, provided an itemized receipt with warranty information, and asked me to follow up with him. This transparency and attention to detail made me feel confident in the service, unlike the disconnect you sometimes feel after visiting a dealership. I highly recommend Mario, not only for the convenience of mobile service, but for his professionalism, expertise, and genuine care for customer satisfaction. Five stars. On a side note, I really think this might be the business model of the future for auto maintinence and repair. I have my groceries, packages, uber's, etc come to my house. Why not have my mechanic services as well. Someone will make a billion dollars from this amazing business model with the right App and Marketing team.

Mario just did a complete brake job front and back on my car. Got the job done quickly. He was more…read morethan fair in his pricing for doing the job. He'll be doing more work for me in a couple of eeeks. Definitely recommend him! Janice D

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Each and everyone of the fellas from Mr Blonda on down are true craftsmen of the trade. I've been a…read morelong time customer of Blonda's. I have thrown quite a few different pitches at them and they have always hit it out of the park ! Everything from warranty work, repairs, aftermarket product installation and custom services I cannot say enough good things about these fellas I've come to call my boyz ! One thing I will stress is: "If Blondas can't fix it, Destroy it !"

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4.1

(35 reviews)

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