Honesty Is Hard to Find--Which Makes It Worth Recognizing…read more I retired to Henderson, Nevada, in 2010. I love the weather, the active lifestyle in my 55+ community, and the fact that Las Vegas is only about 30 minutes away, offering countless restaurants, entertainment, and services. Unfortunately, living here has also taught me another lesson: the old saying "Buyer Beware" is more relevant than ever. Over the years, I have found that many businesses--whether in medical care, auto repair, legal services, home repair, or other industries--either overcharge for their services or fail to deliver what they promise. As consumers, we often have little choice but to trust the professionals we hire, making honesty and integrity more important than ever. To me, a truly exceptional business is one that takes the time to explain what is needed, treats customers with respect, performs quality work, and charges a fair price. In other words, it follows the Golden Rule: Treat others as you would want to be treated. Imagine how much better our communities would be if every business operated that way. While companies like this seem increasingly rare, I was fortunate enough to find one recently. I took my 2022 vehicle--with only 22,000 miles--to an auto repair shop that had serviced it several times before. I requested nothing more than a routine oil change. About an hour after leaving the car, I received a phone call informing me that they had discovered major front-end damage. I was told the vehicle was unsafe to drive and that the repairs would cost between $1,800 and $1,900. The diagnosis didn't make sense. My car had never shown any symptoms of front-end problems, so I decided to seek a second opinion. I brought the vehicle to Sonny's Auto Repair at 1000 Stephanie Place, Henderson, NV 89014. From the moment I called, I noticed a difference. The receptionist greeted me warmly, listened carefully to my concerns, and assured me they would be happy to inspect the vehicle. After spending 30 years in customer service, I know how much first impressions matter, and this one was outstanding. I dropped off the car and was told there would be an $85 inspection fee. Later that day, I returned expecting to hear the worst. Instead, I received some of the best news I could have hoped for. The technician--and even the owner, Chris--carefully inspected the vehicle and found none of the damage described by the first repair shop. In fact, the only problem they discovered was that the oil filter installed during the previous oil change had been improperly fitted and was leaking oil. They corrected the problem immediately. Then came the biggest surprise of all. When I asked what I owed, I was told there would be no charge. Chris explained that the repair required very little time and that he could tell how distressed I had been over the prospect of an unnecessary and expensive repair. Think about that for a moment. How often do you encounter a business that could have charged you for an inspection, recommended unnecessary repairs, or simply taken advantage of the situation--but instead chose honesty, integrity, and compassion? Those qualities deserve to be recognized. Because of this experience, Sonny's Auto Repair has earned my trust and my future business. More importantly, they restored a little of my faith that ethical businesses still exist. In today's world, honesty and integrity are qualities worth celebrating. If more businesses--and perhaps even more institutions--followed the example set by Sonny's Auto Repair, our communities would be stronger, trust would be easier to earn, and life would be better for everyone.

I had an amazing experience with Sonny's Auto Repair. I brought in my 2014 Ford F-150 due to…read moretransmission issues, and from start to finish, they went above and beyond anything I expected. Not only did they diagnose and fix the transmission problem, but they also discovered other issues I had no idea about. They took the time to thoroughly explain everything to me so I understood exactly what was going on with my truck. What really stood out was their communication. They kept me updated the entire time--whether it was parts being ordered, delays in delivery, or progress on the repairs. I was never left wondering what was happening, which gave me a lot of peace of mind. They even provided pictures showing the damaged parts side by side with the new ones, which really showed their transparency and attention to detail. On top of that, they made sure to test drive the truck to confirm everything was running smoothly before handing it back to me. They also stepped in and corrected a mistake made by my warranty parts vendor, which could have easily turned into a much bigger headache. That level of honesty and dedication is hard to find. Overall, Sonny's Auto Repair is professional, thorough, and truly cares about their customers. I highly recommend them to anyone who wants quality work, and clear communication.

Great service at a reasonable price. Well informed &…read morefriendly personnel. Comfortable waiting area.

Idk if this guy was having a bad day or what but I called this shop for an estimate and a man (who…read moreI believe was the owner?) answered. He had an attitude that was enough to make me run the opposite direction. He was rude and dismissive. In all my years of dealing with automotive shops, I have never encountered someone with such poor customer service. There's a lot of competition in this industry, and finding a trusted mechanic is important to me. When I find a good shop, I'm loyal for life and I recommend them to everyone I know. But this experience? Absolutely not. If this is how they treat someone who is willing to pay for their services, it speaks volumes about their overall character. I've worked in customer service my entire life, and I firmly believe it's not always what you say -- it's how you say it. His condescending attitude was completely unnecessary and honestly disgusting. If you don't want to deal with customers, then get out of the customer service field. Simple as that. Unfortunately, I won't ever consider coming back or recommending. Clearly he didn't value my business which is fine- I took it elsewhere.

Been taking my car to Asian Imports Henderson for several years. The shop initially fixed the…read moreemissions problem when the check engine light cane on. Been going there for routine maintenance and upkeep. The service writer and techs are friendly and very knowledgeable. Pricing is very fair when compared to shops in the area.

I had an outstanding experience at Asian Imports in Henderson! I brought my 2017 Honda Accord in…read morefor its 100,000-mile service, and from the moment I arrived, everyone was professional, friendly, and helpful. I especially want to recognize Nicholas Chavez, the Service Manager. Nicholas went above and beyond to make sure I understood the services being performed and answered all of my questions. He was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and honest throughout the entire process. What impressed me most is that I never felt pressured into unnecessary repairs or services. It's not always easy to find an automotive business you can truly trust, but I absolutely feel that way about Asian Imports. I feel confident that they will treat me fairly, do quality work, and not try to rip me off or overcharge me. Thank you to Nicholas Chavez and the entire team at Asian Imports for providing such a great customer experience. I will definitely be returning for future service and highly recommend Asian Imports to anyone looking for an honest, professional, and trustworthy auto repair shop in Henderson!

Silver State Auto is an excellent shop. I do not worry about price because Tyson will find the…read moreproblem down to a tee. He is very thorough mechanic. Quality is high priority. He explains everything in detail and shows you the issue. I had taken my 2003 Dodge Dakota everywhere for an evap leak. He found all of them and it is running perfectly. My Jeep was another story but he fixed it. I recommend this to anyone and everyone. Tyson is a solid mechanic. Thanks again for your professionalism

This is where I bring our car for maintenance & upkeep…read more The service is exceptional, with a friendly, knowledgeable staff. Prices are reasonable & the place is clean & neat. They always go over my car & let me know if there's anything I need to have repaired or replaced in the near future, giving me a chance to budget for those repairs & avoid a costly last minute fix. They also provide a discount for military. A copy of the local paper, free water or sodas & a light snack help to pass the time waiting for your vehicle to be finished. I like this shop & believe you would too. Looking for a new mechanic? Give Sliver State a try.

I'm so happy that we found MVR. It was actually a recommendation from a body shop. My Honda was out…read moreof warranty so I decided I should no longer go to the dealer for service. Ardi was very thorough about explaining everything that was needed done or things I can do later. I took my car in for oil change and just a few other things. I waited in their waiting room and it was comfortable. It took two hours as Ardi predicted. Services here are definitely less costly than taking it to the dealer. Very glad we found an honest mechanic.

They attempt to charge me for changing spark plugs at 30k mile maintenance. When I tried to talk…read moreto them they insisted that's what is done for a jeep wrangler at 30k.

Unfortunately, our experience with this shop was extremely disappointing…read more We originally brought our car in on June 29 to have the shocks replaced. After picking it up, we immediately noticed a clunking noise that had not been present before the repair. When we brought the vehicle back, we were told an additional part needed to be ordered. From there, communication became a major issue. Days passed without any updates, and our attempts to reach the shop went unanswered. However, after my wife posted a negative review, we received an immediate response and were told to bring the car back in. The new part was installed, but the problem persisted. At that point, we were told a "brand-name" replacement part would need to be ordered instead (why is he not using brand name products?). While we understand that repairs don't always go as planned, we were left without confidence in the reliability of our vehicle and received very little proactive communication throughout the process. By July 8, we still had not heard anything, so I called to check on the status. During that call, the owner informed me that the part had actually arrived the day before and that he was planning to call us to bring it in "within the next few days." After already waiting more than a week, this was frustrating. What bothered us most was the way our concerns were handled. When I explained that we were unhappy with how the situation had been managed, the owner immediately became defensive. At one point, he told me that he "isn't responsible for my emotions." When I expressed concern that we had been left without reliable transportation, he responded that the car was "completely fine to drive." Given the ongoing noise and unresolved repair issue, this was not reassuring. A quick google search proved that the statement was not only incorrect but negligible and could have caused major damage to the car. When I asked whether we could receive a refund and take the vehicle elsewhere, he said that refunds were not available. The conversation became increasingly unproductive and hostile, and he eventually refused to discuss the matter further because my wife had signed the paperwork rather than me, despite the fact that I was present when the vehicle was dropped off. Shortly after the call, he texted my wife and stated that after installing the new part, he no longer wanted to service her vehicle because I had been "rude" to him on the phone. To be clear, I never raised my voice, used profanity, or became disrespectful. I simply expressed that we were unhappy with how the situation had been handled and wanted to explore our options. Our frustration comes from the lack of communication, the delays, and the dismissive and defensive responses we received when trying to resolve the problem. Additionally, we were completely turned off by the fact that the parts he uses is not of good enough quality that would prevent this issue from the first place. It took three total installations to resolve the matter, the first two was with his own parts that failed, the third was with a brand name that worked. In the end, we were left feeling unheard, unsafe, and without confidence in either the repair, the customer service or the shop. Based on our experience, we would not return and cannot recommend this shop. EDIT: I had a feeling that the owner would reply. But as you can see, there's nothing that addresses the way he treated us just that he repaired the car. Yes, he repaired the car after failing to do so the first 2 times he worked on it. He let us drive off twice with an impaired car that was caused by him. Guess all that he cares about is doing the work EVENTUALLY, not doing it right or doing it well the first time. AVOID.

Rear shock absorbers were replaced this past Monday. After driving away there was a loud clunking…read morenoise that wasn't there when I brought the car in. I drove my car back to the mechanic and got it looked at- he did something/not sure. I drove away again and still the clunking is there, so I went back again to the mechanic. The mechanic said- they needed to order a part and it would come in Tuesday. It's now Thursday of the following week- I can't drive my car, they won't return my messages on the phone or email. My car now has a problem that wasn't there when I first brought it there. I really just want them to contact me back and fix my car correctly. The mechanic is rude. If you have an issue with faulty parts, don't expect him to do anything about it. Also go to a mechanic that can actually fix a car.

Good, quick service for smog and DMV. Deidre was awesome! The only issue I have is the tight space…read morethat it's in with the car wash. Very small footprint of a business but they are very friendly and professional. I am definitely taking my car back for either smog checks and maybe car washes too.

They're always busy! They all work hard and do a great job. I always get the full #1 car wash and…read morethey usually leave my steering wheel & every leather part very oily/greasy. I am upset they raised their prices, (but who isn't in these times) I used to pay $22 and now it's $27.

Couldn't be happier with his service! Came out the same day that I called, fixed the issue and the…read moreprice was very reasonable. I highly recommend him for your auto service needs.

Luis is an excellent mechanic!! I'm completely satisfied with his work! He does quality work and…read moregot the job done quick! I'm very glad he we was flexible with my schedule and saved me time and money! He's the real deal! Very capable and reliable!Definitely highly recommended!!