Jack at Empire Motorsports deserves 10 stars. I can honestly say I will never trust my car with anyone else again. If you are thinking about coming here, do not think twice. I took my BMW 530i to the BMW dealership in Glendale before this, spent a ton of money, and still did not feel confident in the work. I thought the dealership was the best option, but looking back, I should have brought my car to Empire Motorsports from the start. Jack took the time to explain everything to me in detail, which immediately gave me confidence. He was straightforward, knowledgeable, and honest, and I never once questioned his quote. I dropped my car off on a Thursday morning, and even though it needed extensive work, it was ready by Friday afternoon. It is extremely hard to find a mechanic you can truly trust, but after years of searching, I honestly feel like my search is over. I will keep bringing all of my vehicles here and will continue recommending Jack to all of my family and friends. Empire Motorsports has earned my trust for good. read more

Shoutout to Jack for being flexible with a Groupon I purchased. Everything was done to my car quickly and staff were kind and professional.

I thought awhile about whether I should write this review or not. Back in February, I brought my 2008 Toyota Camry to him for some work to be done. One of those things was to have my front shocks changed. He changed the parts and I got the car back. When I got the car back, I immediately started hearing a noise that did not sound right especially coming from new parts. I informed Jack about it and he told me to bring it back. We took it for a test drive and he said he didn't hear it and insisted it was the rear struts. But it was clearly coming from the front. Fast forward now to August, I take my car to another mechanic to have some work done. They immediately heard the noise that I was telling Jack that was there the whole time. Jack agrees to warranty them because he said he hears the sound now. We talk on the phone before the work is done and he mentions that he wants to have something in writing that after the warranty parts were put in, he is no longer responsible for that work which didn't sit right with me. I paid to have something done and it wasn't even your fault that it was faulty parts but saying "wash my hands with your car" and "no longer my problem after this" is far from professional. It's not like it was some other problem that had nothing to do with what you worked on. You mentioned how I sent you a teasing text and how I didn't sound excited but that was farthest from the truth. And mentioning how you could've charged me for the alignment and how you took the car in right away were "favors" to me was crazy because the alignment would have to be done anyway and whether you took the car in right away or not, the parts would've still been changed. I've mentioned you when people asked me about a mechanic but as I told you now I can't due to this past experiences. Again as we discussed before, I'm not a "keyboard warrior" or "playing victim and gangsta" either. This is customer review of your business. (RESPONSE TO JACK) Jack I never asked to be friends with you lol. That was never in my mind at all so I'm glad we are on the same page. You can call me a Karen and whatever other name you want you can think of "people like me" however you want. Im not mad you told me not to come back. I already had another mechanic as you seen with the other work that was done. I haven't called them or anything because the work was done properly and the parts were not defective or I would've done the same thing. You can't be over there mad because I paid you for work to be done and there was some issues and I kept telling what the issue was and you didn't want to warranty it until I got my new mechanic on the phone. I got that work done in February and then in August you FINALLY warranty them. I said I am not paying for anything extra because I took YOUR WORD ON THE PARTS USED. YOU SAID KYB IS THE BEST AFTERMARKET PARTS. So don't try and act like I just chose these parts myself. I brought my truck to you and paid $2500 and I've never called you back for that. Why? Because the job you did was good. With my car, it has not been the same story. So don't forget that while you try to make me seem like a Karen. You can say I'm playing gangster and victim all day long but you were the one crying on the phone about the review I deleted before. People like you are the problem. Giving me the run around and saying it's another problem when I'm telling you what the problem is but you weren't trying to hear it. I'm not mad about never going to your shop again. It's actually a blessing. So everyone knows what's truly going on, this guy will argue you down and say it's something else so he doesn't seem wrong. Get a second mechanic's opinion. read more

Did an excellent job addressing all of my warranty repair issues with my Vinfast VF8, even minor ones, and had the spare parts I needed to be replaced in-stock. The owner Jack estimated 3 days, and it was ready by morning of 4th day. I would definitely take my car back! read more

Jack did an incredible job with my sport cats and throttle bodies. He is knowledgeable, honest, and does extremely high quality and detailed work. I wouldn't hesitate to bring any of my sports cars over to Empire Motorsports in Glendale! read more

Installed brake pads and resurface rotors plus wheel alignment. Response timely to questions asked on emails. highly recommended.

I had a great experience at Empire Motorsports in Glendale! I was referred to this repair shop by Al from RepairPal. My check engine light came on and a diagnostic test I ran showed a cylinder misfire. I brought my Jeep in and Jack was the mechanic who helped me. He was awesome-- super knowledgeable, honest, and very efficient. Jack ran his own diagnostic, took the time to test drive the car, and determined it wasn't actually misfiring-- just a faulty code. He could have easily told me I needed a new spark plug or even a whole new cylinder, but instead, he was completely honest and saved me from unnecessary repairs. I really appreciated his thoroughness and how quickly (and honestly) he handled everything. Highly recommend Jack and the team at Empire Motorsports, as well as Al from RepairPal for assisting! read more

Found these guys from a Groupon deal since I needed to get my brake pads changed. It was an affordable price so I gave them a shot. They took me in with an appointment and then gave me consultation with a quick diagnosis. I told them there was this grinding noise coming from the tire and they found out the problem which was a wheel bearing. They replaced my rotors, brake pads, gave me a brake fluid flush, and replaced my rear wheel bearing. Jack, the owner, explained everything in detail. Can't recommend them enough. They do good service and they give good prices around the area. You won't be disappointed! read more

i just moved to los angeles and my car broke down out of no where on my way to work. I found Empire Motorsports on google and the first thing i saw was how many amazing reviews they had so i called. Jack saved the day he sent one of his own tow trucks to pick me up and my car when i took it to the shop turned out my alternator had gone out the part was in stock and 2 hours after breaking down i was back on the road he even gave me a discount for my first time visit. Thank you Jack and your team at Empire Motorsports for your hard work i would definitely recommend you to a friend or anyone in need of auto repair. read more

Took my Mercedes here to get it serviced. Jack was responsive and I was able to get an appointment in a timely manner. Got my car in and out pretty quickly and for a reasonable price. Jack was also helpful and knowledgeable when it came to my questions. I'll definitely come back. read more

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I brought the car in for an alignment with Jack and the service was great. Honest guy and very straight forward. Would recommend this shop to anyone in the area. Thank you! read more

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I desperately needed to get my brakes fixed and I came on Thursday. They told me to come back on Tuesday and Jack was ready to go at 8am. I couldn't get a hold of them, so just show up. EVERYONE was very friendly and helpful. I will definitely be coming back. Tip : Use Groupon for your brakes. Its a great deal! Thank you Jack read more

Recently moved to LA and had to find a mechanic to find & fix the cause of my check engine light, so I could have it registered. After calling a few shops, I decided to bring it in to EM. Jack was very professional and knowledgeable, especially about European cars. He knew what the problem was right away, and gave me a fair quote to fix it. It's hard to find an honest mechanic these days, but Jack is one of the few that do the job right. He was very transparent throughout the entire process, and told me what needed to be repaired and what can wait for another visit. Definitely my go-to mechanic moving forward! read more

Best mechanic and auto broker in town. Provided such a smooth experience for me for all my repairs and lease inquiries.

I service all of my cars at Empire Motorsports, and I couldn't be happier! Jack is a terrific mechanic and he's very knowledgeable especially on German luxury cars. Anything from oil change, brake job, suspension work, alignment, Jack is your guy! Would definitely recommend, A++ service! read more

These guys are the best. This was my first time leasing a car and with the help of Jack and Hovo, I had the most incredibly smooth process leasing my first car and I couldn't be happier. They were very responsive to all my questions and took the time to thoroughly explain my options. They got me the car I wanted at a great price. I had dealt with other brokers before but nothing compares to the efforts put in by Jack and Hovo. When I finally decided which car I wanted, they had all the paper work completed and ready the next day. All I had to do was show up, sign and drive my car off. i couldn't thank you guys for how convenient and efficient that was for me. I will highly recommend them to anyone looking for the best deal and most efficient car leasing experience! Thank you guys! read more

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The worst! Here is their MO: Jack tells you something mild is wrong. You ask if you can wait. He says he won't get to it until the end of the day. So, on your way home he calls (hmmmm) and says he got it in and it needs a bunch of stuff he didn't see before, so it's triple the original estimate and is already apart. Then, in my case, the same problem happened again. I took it back and he did the exact same thing again. Also, both times something else breaks about a week after being there. Coincidence? I also told him positively to NOT do some work. He did it anyway. SCAM. Also, try and wait while they work on your car and see what happens. Took me a few times to learn my lesson. Take your car anywhere else or just burn your money. read more

Got a recommendation from a good friend to come in to install a blow off valve, cold air intake and racechip. Shit was fire, work was done faster then I expected and the car sounds great. Also got some recommendations for an exhaust shop so these guys are knowledgeable in more than just the work they do. Will definitely be returning for some more later. Ty read more

I personally had a bad experience with my previous broker which made me steer away from all brokers but Empire Motorsports changed that. If you're looking for a broker to lease or buy a car Hov with Empire Motorsports is your man! He was extremely professional and informative about every single detail every step of the way. He has the best deals in town hands down. Highly recommend him and his team! Trustworthy! Honest! Our go to guy! From our previous car repairs now with our car shopping, it has been nothing but a pleasure for us. He definitely makes car shopping/repairs fast, easy and headache free. Best customer service anyone can provide. Check them out!!!! Thank you tons Hov and Empire Motorsports! We appreciate you! We love our new 2019 BMW 740I read more

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I'm very happy with the service and work Jack, Greg, and the whole team at Empire Motorsports did with my Toyota Tundra. I had a rear airbag kit I wanted to get installed and most of the shops near me didn't want to touch it, even though it's a kit specifically for this truck. Not Jack. I made an initial appointment to get a quote, which seemed fair to me, then made another appointment to get the actual work done. Jack came through on both his time and price quote and the work he did was great. The install is very clean and looks like it came right from the factory! It totally transformed my truck. I'm already thinking of other things I'll need Jack's help with for my other vehicles! Needless to say, I had a great experience. HOWEVER, there is one important thing to know before you go: - CALL AHEAD. The shop is tiny and parking is very limited. Don't just show up and expect everyone to drop what they're doing to tend to your vehicle. If you make an appointment, it gives both parties a chance to prepare and your experience will be much better. read more

Hov and Jack are the only people I would ever trust with my car. About 2 years ago I came to them needing to put in an INTERLOCK device in it. They walked me through the whole process and made sure I knew exactly what I was doing before I drove off with this device locked to my ignition. Installment was effortless and I was in and out within 15 minutes and felt reassured that everything was going to work fine. If there EVER was an issue with the device (which was seldom) or the company that issued it, Jack and Hovo were quick to get to the bottom of it for me, positively and effectively. From there, I started going to them for every car need. I have never been turned away and have always felt welcome. If I had any questions or any concerns about my car they would make time in their incredibly busy, constructive, business schedule, to make sure my concerns where met. Never more than a few hours for something minor. Took Jack 35 minutes to change my tires and he got me 4 brand new ones within a day of asking. 2 years down and I'll never go anywhere else. Thank you for everything Empire Motorsports! read more

Make no mistake, these guys are the best in the business. I ordered a brand new spoiler and wanted it installed properly and they got the job done no problems. And he did it for an extremely reasonable price within 1 hour. You guys are professional, courteous, and very respectful - I highly recommend everyone to come here for their automotive needs! read more

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These guys are awesome! It was kind of intimidating but they made me feel comfortable with their warm greetings and smiles. This place has a very friendly environment. Thanks for taking care of my car! I would definitely recommend them and I would also be coming back! They don't have a very fancy place to rest unlike Toyota dealership but I felt comfortable reading my stuff and playing my game while waiting. It didn't took long compared to the one I used to go to which is more than 2 hours with appointment. So thanks!! read more

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2nd visit. My S2000 had eletric issue after supercharged and tuned. The other shop which tuned my car didnt bother to check out everything after. I called Empire, and they took care of me again like promised the job done on the same day. I really appreciate their integrity as auto mechanics. I would recommend any type of car for any job here. read more

The staff is extremely friendly and honest. I came in to get my brakes checked, and one of the mechanics took the time to show and explain to me in layman's terms the problems with my worn out braking system. In my past experience with other businesses, mechanics would tell me I had an arbitrary issue with my car and lightly explain the problem with jargon and vocabulary that Im not familiar with. it would be hard for me to know if they were being honest or trying to sell me something. Also, I took my car in to get the brakes looked at twice before getting the rear ones fixed and Jack told me the same exact thing he told me the first time. He didn't find any other problem that seemed made up to take advantage. Sometimes going to a mechanic can be like going to a dentist where they reveal more dental problems after they started drilling into your teeth. I also feel the quality of the labor they put into my car. My brakes do not make any noise and work perfectly. I recommend anyone who has mechanical or other automotive issues to go to this business if they need people who are trustworthy. read more

Adam has done it! I'm absolutely obsessed with the work he put into my 92 lx foxbody. The brake booster, belt tensioner, and window motor was replaced within the same day, it felt like little to no time the job was done. Talk about quick and efficient labor I HIGHLY RECOMMEND FOXBODY OWNERS TO CHECK OUT EMPIRE MOTORSPORTS read more

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I recently took my car in for a major suspension overhaul (bushings, ball joints, tie rods, etc). The technician that worked on my car is a skilled professional. He performed this major service in a day and explained the process in detail. He even took pictures of everything and shared them with me. This really made me feel comfortable with my car being in his hands. It shows transparency and professionalism. Now, my car feels like new, it's amazing what suspension overhauls can do for older cars. I wouldn't just trust anyone with my car, but these guys have earned it. Go to them whether it's for basic maintenance or major service. They also specialize in performance upgrades. The young technician with the Z is the man. read more

Quick, straight forward and on time!! Great experience!

Hovo is the best! I was in the market for a lease and wanted something affordable and nice. After giving him a few options that I test drove and liked, he was able to get me my new 2020 Honda Accord Sport 1.5T in white(which I love) and I couldn't be happier! He's very friendly and made the process easy and quick. Thank you Hovo, I appreciate your work! read more

Empire Motorsports is my go-to auto shop now, even though I need to drive an hour to get there. I've had prior bad experiences with many mechanics; it seems like when they see a girl who doesn't know much about cars, they tend to take advantage. This is not the case with Empire. I found Empire Motorsports on Groupon because they had a bomb deal for brakes. I also needed coolant and transmission flushes and they gave me a quote through yelp. Their pricing was the best I found and they did a great job because they take pride in their work. I've already referred this place to a few people because they are awesome. They know their shti! read more

Jack and Hovo are amazing! If you want to get the deal of a lifetime on a vehicle lease Empire Motorsports is your go to! They specialize in all makes and models! I was fortunate enough to ask the right people for a rare vehicle, and I couldn't have made a better decision! Professionalism is almost innate with these guys. Thank you so so much Jack and Hovo you guys rock! read more

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Went researching for a performance around my area and found Empire Motorsports. Was amazed from reading all of their positive reviews so I decided to take in my Nissan 350z for a rear tie bar & short shifter install. First off before anything , these guys are easy to get along with and give off nothing but good vibes !! Definitely a plus. I had set up an appointment just a couple days before and was able to get squeezed in with no problem ! As for the outcome of the installation , couldn't ask for any better ! I was very happy and amazed with the outcome A++++ ! Thank you Empire Motorsports, I will be a returning customer in the future read more

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The reviews speak for themselves. Very professional and knowledgeable. They are amazing at what they do. Any time my car has an issue, this is the only place I feel comfortable taking it to knowing it's in great hands and the issues will be resolved. Thank you!! read more

If you're looking for a honest mechanic shop , look no further. I brought my 350z with a crappy suspension and now my car handles like new! Those guys have pride on their job and a very good price. Finally i found a place to work on my project car! Thank you guys! read more

This place is the best! I've now taken my 240z here twice, and each time Jack surprises me with how fast and diligent he works. On 7/8 I dropped off my car and forgot a part so I drove up 7/9 to give him the part and by the end of the day I was able to drive my car home. I would highly recommend his shop. read more

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Jack has more integrity, knowledge about cars, and kindness toward people, than anyone I've ever met in this industry. Empire is a first class, fair and honest shop. Jack, and every one of his guys are true professionals, and truly good human beings. I am so lucky to have found them. Look no further! This is the best shop in LA. read more

Looking for that new car ? Hov at Empire Motorsports is fast, effective and reliable. They were able to find me the right vehicle that fits my needs as well as my budget. Defiantly will be coming back for all my car needs. They made the car experience so painless and hassle free. I'm definitely recommending empire Motorsports to all my friends and family. read more

I'm SOO happy!! While everyone was buying gifts on Black Friday, I picked up my new car (my gift). I got an absolutely amazing, beautiful new car at a great price. Hov helped me get a great lease and it was such an easy process. The best part is you don't have to go anywhere or do anything or talk to anyone or research extensively, which is perfect for me ! The whole process took less than a week, even with the thanksgiving holiday. If you're in the market for a new lease, I urge you to give him a call and you'll be surprised at how fast and easy the car leasing experience can be :) thank you Hov!!!! read more

The guys at Empire motorsports are phenomenal. They not only are prompt with getting your service done but they genuinely care about the customers experience and making sure you're happy. I brought my car into the shop to get brakes done before driving across the country on my more to the east coast. I needed to go to the mall to return something, without question they offered to drive me there while I wait, what shop do you know that does this? The guys here are personal and very friendly, they will give you outstanding service for a great deal. To put in perspective how great of a deal, I called around to get prices before for the same service, "Just tires" quoted me $500 more and simply put...Empires service and the quality of work put into my car allowed me to have the piece of mind on my journey home. Thank you guys for getting the ride all fixed up and being real with the whole experience. Ps: Ask them for recommendations on places to eat after, that fried chicken was delicious read more

Empire Motorsports - A place for people who love their vehicles and want the best service for them - Auto Repair Near Me - Glendale, California

Whenever I need a service done on my car I bring it here. They are the best shop you can go to for your cars needs. Great prices, great service and incredible people. read more