An excellent experience at this shop. I have put their number on my permanent list!! All the necessary work needed on my Jetta was done at a fair & responsible price. I wish had known about this shop years ago instead going to the VW service center in LIC. read more

Highly recommend German Auto Care. I brought my 2017 Porsche Macan S in for an oil change, and the experience was excellent from start to finish. These guys are honest, knowledgeable, and professional--which is not easy to find, especially when it comes to servicing a Porsche. They took the time to explain everything clearly, used quality oil and parts, and didn't try to upsell me on unnecessary work. Just straightforward, transparent service done right. The shop clearly knows German vehicles, and it shows in the care they put into the work. Fair pricing, great communication, and genuine integrity--you can tell they take pride in what they do. If you're looking for a trustworthy place to service your Porsche (or any German car), this is it. I'll absolutely be back and will be recommending them to anyone who asks. read more

I've been with these guys for over 20+ years not only they've treated me like family but has right by me. I highly recommend one of the best auto mechanic places in New York. Lloyd from Brookly. read more

Had a Carbon Clean done on my A3 by my guys John and George over here and to say the least they are great. They made sure whatever they could do to the car to ensure my issues with it were resolved they did. I can't stress enough how reliable they are with their work. They even gave me before and after videos to ensure I was satisfied with their work. Will definitely be going back with any of my Audi needs. read more

I love German Auto! This place is so special and truly a diamond in the rough especially here in NYC. Excellent service, no BS, and HONEST mechanics! Better than taking your car to a dealer, and an NYC/Astoria GEM. John and George are the best and will take care of you. read more

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the best in the state of new york. the service and prices cannot be any better anywhere in new york state.

Johns the best took care of my 2016 e63 amgS made it like new . Had motor mounts done, new tires he powder coated my rims and even did body work , repainted two panels to remove a heavy scratch. Even replaced a part for me that wasnt in the agreement for what i was paying for. Them come to check the trunk and it was vaccumed and organized. definitely recommend! 10/10 read more

German Auto Care - Auto Repair Near Me - City, New York

I recently purchased a 2008 Porsche 911 w/ 77k miles which according to a PPI needed new brakes, tires, and fluids changed. I called a few different shops in the area and was most impressed with John (the owner) and his knowledge of German cars. He has a 911 himself and after a spirited discussion, I decided to trust him with my planned work. First of all, he was very transparent about the shop's hourly rate and provided an estimate on each individual service (i.e. brake flush, oil change, tranny fluid) denoting the parts vs. labor costs. The prices were very reasonable compared to other high-end German auto repair shops in the area. Plus, he was able to suggest specific maintenance not illuminated in the PPI. I visited the shop once during its 2 days on the lift. The brakes were done with factory-spec parts (pads, rotors, sensors) and looked fantastic. The oil change and other fluids were changed without drama and the prices were very fair. He inspected the car front to back before performing any work, and was able to tell that I needed a new battery and belts + pulleys. The prices for those were in line with anywhere else I checked. I was told the tires would come in the following Monday (May 11) but they arrived and were installed that Friday (May 8), so I was able to make a weekend trip and really test drive the car under various conditions. I opted for the additional tire warranty (no brainer given the coverage & price) and got an alignment based on their suggestion. Thank goodness because the camber profile was causing the old tires to wear excessively on the inside. After having driven the car about 500 miles since these services, I can confidently say it feels FANTASTIC -- I could tell the difference. He threw in a few complimentary services like cleaning out the AC condenser unit and reinforcing the battery cable which really freshened up how the car drives. I appreciated how buttoned-up everything felt. I never lost confidence in the quality of their work, even when driving on bumpy, pothole-laden NYC roads. For a 12 year old car, there's barely an odd squeak or rattle and I attribute this to the care & attention of John and his expert technicians (shoutout to Victor!). I was not incentivized in any way to write this review other than my own honest opinion of my experience. I would highly recommend John's shop to anyone looking for quality auto work. John is a certified Master Technician on Mercedez-Benz cars, and knows just about everything there is to know about Porsches (including racing!). Truthfully, I would trust him with any car of mine. Don't take my word for it -- I'd recommend you call his shop and have a chat with John to judge for yourself! He is well-known in the area and very friendly with the customers. I wouldn't hesitate to get more work done there again. read more

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I can't say enough about George and the gang at German Auto. I was referred to them by a work friend for a brake job, oil change and then some. They are thorough and more than pleasant to deal with. Their specific and descriptive when it comes to the issues with your vehicle. I've been constantly recommending them since my car was serviced and I will return. read more

Excellent spot to get work done on your foreign vehicle. Called for an appointment and they scheduled me at a convenient time even with this whole pandemic going on. I showed up and was taken care of on the spot. John, George, and Tommy are the ones I met, great people. They do honest business here with very reasonable pricing. 100% recommend this place. A++ read more

needed the brakes checked and antifreeze flush and refill for my cuzs mercedes suv and the dealer wanted an insane amount for the radiator service as most non dealer shops dont have the special tools to do the task but german auto care can and did for much less. they service and repair all types of german and foreign cars , etc. and prices are reasonable and work is done honestly, which means you wont get ripped off. the brakes still have about 6 months or more of safe use until its time for front and rear replacements and again prices are less then what the dealer would charge . good honest auto repair shop in astoria that will be seeing me again in 6 months or until needed. 4.5 stars on my yelp meter. read more

The good: This isn't meant to be a humblebrag but let me make something clear. When it comes to my 90's Golf, I am EXTREMELY meticulous. All regular maintenance and some moderate repairs are done by me with basic hand tools in a backyard or at the side of the road. Go ahead, DM me and I'll rattle off the car care history for the last 7 years accurately within a tenth of a mile. But one of the few things I know very little about? Air-con. Air-con, electrics, and transmissions are my automotive kryptonite. When I bought the car nearly a decade ago, the seller advised the air-con did not work so he knocked a few hundred off the price. "Probably just needs a charge". Famous last words. Stupid me decided to "just live with it" but after the third time I showed up at my job an hour away melded with the black leather seat in a pool of swampass before even clocking in, it was time to get it fixed. Around 2013, I took it to an el cheapo shop who will remain nameless. They tested it and said it needed the single most expensive component of any air-con system: the compressor. The joys of old cars. So I brought them a new AC compressor, a set of O-rings, Freon, compressor oil, etc. They were perfectly fine with using outside parts, although I acknowledge it's tantamount to bringing your own steak to a steakhouse and paying them to cook it. (Hint: go read my other shop reviews and figure out who I mean!) During installation, what a shocker! They called and said my s*&^ was defective and I could either take the car as it is or pay them $1100 to use their in-house own parts. Rather than keep sweating (literally) I just bit the bullet. They installed whitebox parts with a small warranty. As soon as that warranty was up, whaddya know, the system was blowing more hot air than the shop. At the time I was dating a girl who smelled bad so as you can imagine, in the summertime this car's air-con had her looking like my man PigPen from Peanuts with the stink lines comin' off her and all. After taking it to ANOTHER local shop who will remain nameless, they basically vacuumed the system, recharged it, then charged me a few hundred and said they could not find any leaks. By that point I'd "HAD IT UP TO HERE!" as old European parents say, wild gesticulations and all. So I did what my dumb ass should have done a long time ago. Buy a Toyota? No. Instead, I went online and researched why the air-con only blew cool on the highway but blew hot in traffic. Turns out on that particular model of VW there is an auxiliary cooling fan which cools the AC system. 1 mutli-meter, 12 volts to said fan, and $65 later I had it fixed my f&^$ self and you best believe I trumpeted that fact to my date-of-the-week. Unlike my ex, she smelled nice but she didn't really care. You must understand this thing: There are two kinds of shops in this city. CRIMINAL and INCOMPETENT. Pick two. So while I am ABSOLUTELY NOT a mechanic, you best f*&king believe the first time I went to German Auto Care, I played like I was a "hipster doofus" just to see if they knew their s&^t. They explained the tests they'd do. They called me later to advise that unfortunately, the whitebox compressor had failed and it would be pricey to replace. But they used only NAME BRAND OEM parts during the repair. Test passed! After sharing that long ass story from earlier with George during payment, he said "You know what? Here, let's make the warranty 2 years" and then he put it in writing. A few days later, something terrible happened. The air-con was blowing warm and I had a summer road trip to Texas in A DAY. Somehow, they took my car back in the next morning and by 6pm, it was blowing ice cubes again. A small O-ring had failed underneath the pressure sensor and all the Freon leaked out. The shop replaced the O-ring and recharged the system with Freon. What did they charge me? 0. They could have bent me over the barrel but the way they handled the issue should be enough to show you these guys are on point. The bad: German cars are like a hot girlfriend. They're great when things are great. But when things get a little out of pocket look out because you're getting smashed in the wiener schnitzel. This is nobody's fault, that's just the way it is. Don't like it? Go buy Japanese. The ugly: I don't say this pejoratively but these guys are not mere wrench twisters. They do electrical diagnostics on ALL German vehicles which as you may or may not know, is like doing surgery on a housefly. Their website speaks the truth. They have more computers than a goddamn Radio Shack back in '96. Thus, don't be a little &^%$# when the bill isn't $75 to figure out why cylinder 3 misfires only when making lefts on Mondays. In conclusion: Go here if you want to deal with cool technicians not just grease monkeys who spin wheels on boring ass Hondas. But don't get mad when the bill comes because sometimes in life you get what you pay for. Nobody put a gun to your head and said buy a VW...bro. read more

I called George and John at German Auto on Monday to fix the rear main seal on my A4. They told me to drop it off the following morning and by noon Wednesday I had it back. They were super responsive and quick even with many nice cars in the shop. I will definitely use them again. Pricing was also good. Thanks guys! read more

George got my Mercedes in and out quickly and at a fraction of the dealer price. Had all the parts I needed for regular service and some minor repairs. Gave a service record and itemized invoice for my files, plus a cash discount. They also work on Land Rovers and other high end cars. read more

I have an old 80's Mercedes turbo diesel that needed a new swing-arm as well as struts and springs. Spoke to John (the owner) on the phone weeks out, he we thru everything that needed to be done and what I can do to help the job go smoother. I ordered all the parts and brought the car in on Friday. John called me Saturday morning to say the job was done! John and his guys have a love and passion in these cars that make sure the work is done once and done right. The car is better now than it has been. Will definitely be reusing German Auto care from here out. read more

I recommend everyone that owns a BMW to come service their car here he did such a fantastic job at a decent price. Very respectful, knowledgeable and responsive to calls great job George p.s. he knew right away what was wrong with my car the fuel pump needed to be replaced i had taken it to other mechanics and they had no idea. If you own a BWM safe time and money and come here. read more

I have a 2001 Porshe Turbo and no one wants to work on this car, until I went to German Auto Care. They were incredible so knowledgeable and professional. They do it all tune ups, repairs, tires it's one stop repair. Picked up my car and it drove like when I first bought it. Thank you to George who keep me informed throughout the project. Fairly priced and honest! read more

George is simply the best! Fair, knowledgeable and straight forward. The whole staff is pleasant and helpful. Been a customer of a couple years. And these guy's are a rare find in a city of shady garages. read more

Brought a used VW here for a pre-purchase inspection (PPI) on an early Saturday morning (during COVID-19). I called ahead and they told me to come in about an hour later. Upon my arrival, they were able to start my inspection within 15 minutes. The car was a late model year which had no major problems, but nonetheless John, George and Victor did a thorough inspection which lasted about 45 mins - 1 hr. The car was lifted, driven, and checked with an electronic diagnostic tool/code scanner. They fielded many questions as they walked me through the entire inspection of the engine, interior, and exterior. They were courteous and respectful through the whole process and charged a very fair price. I would recommend them without hesitation! read more

John and George at German Auto Care are the Real Deal. I recently took my Porsche Boxster to their shop for a 75K service & coolant flush and John helped explain the process step by step ( which matched my own research) and I was in and out in the time we discussed. You can really see their love and passion for these cars as George couldn't help but smile about the Boxster. They also provided great suggestions on maintenance but most importantly said, "Just drive it and Enjoy it." Will definitely be going back to them for any future maintenance. Thanks to the John & George and the entire team at German Auto Care in Astoria. You guys are the real deal. read more

I own a 2015 Audi A3 Quattro and was searching for a mechanic that really knew about German manufacturing. I came Across John and Jorge through a friend of mine . Let me tell you that these guys are INCREDIBLE! They have great customer service. They are patient with you and most importantly know what they are doing . Would totally recommend this shop to anyone owning a German vehicle and are looking for great work. read more

I just called this shop and spoke to George a mechanic there. I had some questions about a radiator repair at a different repair shop and seems they forgot to refill my car with coolant. I really was just asking for advice because my car kept over heating and I wanted to try to get an idea of what was going on. I really appreciate how nice and helpful George was, walking me through exactly what I need to do. He even offered for me to come to the shop and to do the procedure for me for free. I wish I lived near the shop because I would definitely trust him to service my vehicle. Just wanted to say that he seems like a great guy and I would highly recommend talking to him if you have any problems with your Mercedes. read more

John and George did the work SO quickly and charged less than a 25% of the price I was quoted at the Mercedes dealership. They were also incredibly friendly and respectful which was quite a different vibe from the dealership. I am confident that I've found a "home garage" for my 20 year-old Mercedes and I would recommend them to anyone looking for honest estimates and fast, knowledgeable work on their car. read more

Today's Spoiler is: "YOU SHOULD GO HOME NOW" ... This is what I was told- as a potentially new client - by George, one of the owners, after I was waiting for two (2) hours in my car across the street from their "service center" garage bay. The service bay had to be cleared of some five (5) cars blocking the entrance. Some cars left but then more cars (other clients) came in - ahead of me. I did not mind waiting as long as I felt assured that they would get to me - which I did not. In addition to which, I had an appointment for 8:00 AM for specific type of service for which I made with John, the other owner, less than 24 hours before. George had no idea why I was there; nor that an 8:00AM appointment was made. He seemed more concerned with his every-day operational chores than with having gaining a potentially new client. They appeared to be waiting for the owner, John, to turn up which he never did. It was the lack of client care and concern for my situation which was not right. So there I sat for the following two (2) hours sitting and running my AC in my car as it was a hot humid day. The separate entrance's gate marked "For Customer" was never opened up. This brought back memories of the many disreputable American Automotive dealers / service places, which back in the 1980's once lined up Northern Blvd and are now [thankfully] long gone. It is times like these when I do miss my Lexus GS430 and LS 400 and their service at Rallye Lexus. By 10:00 AM, I wandered into the service bays to locate George and tell him I would be leaving. George replied "you should go home now." So, how long might I have waited if had not ventured out in the rain to locate him. So why had I come all this way you ask? They had such glowing reviews on yelp and on google. I believe that this 27-year old business is probably languishing in obtaining a new clientele-base. There no new customers coming as I see at other places. In fact all I saw were persons pulling up with cars, some Ford and GM (not German) whose cars were placed ahead of me. Sitting for 2 hours I had time to observe the "manners" of the cast misfits. Most persons appeared to have just stopped by - unexpectedly - and where greeted by a pat on the back or a familiar handshake. I believe the great reviews stem from these "friends" or alike. Yes, GERMAN AUTO does quote labor rates and replacement part prices which are definitely lower than most German-specialized auto repair places. Great, but only in theory as they never get to actually "touch" your car. It is some 72 hours since I left there only to spend 1 hour in traffic returning home. They never called me to re-schedule. This does not surprise me as I would not go back there anyway. Given their uninspiring customer service and my time wasted on a work-day, it was definately worth going somewhere else. [EPILOGUE] You should look elsewhere if you value your time and your German auto's specialized customer / repair service. I wound up at another service center which solved my car's issues in less than 1 day. There is also a very professional service shop on the north shore of Western Nassau, Long Island which despite their high labor rates may prove a better deal all around. I have used them for several cars including my Mercedes, Maserati and a 1969 classic Volvo P1800E coupe. If you wish to know their name and exact location, please contact me through Yelp. read more

Got my bmw brakes and oil done here . Respectful team here . Excellent service was done , great price and great service. What more can I ask for . Thanks george read more

Great customer service and excellent workmanship! Over the past 10 years, I have had my cars serviced and/or repaired at German Auto Care and have never been disappointed. - Labor rate is very reasonable, for a German-car auto mechanic. - George & John (the owners) always keep me informed about the status of my repairs, and are very transparent on estimates and costs. - Unlike many other mechanics, they are honest about what type of service or repair my car really needs. They have never tried to swindle me with an unnecessary repair. - As with any Mercedes, BMW or Audi, parts can be very expensive. However, they have always worked with me to keep these costs down. read more

When it comes to our foreign cars it is very important that we have a auto shop we can trust. I have been to a couple shops in the area. I have been to some shops that even specialize in foreigns but From the first phone call to the receipt I can't thank George enough for his incredible service. Clean and honest work no matter what the repairs are! read more

I'm way past due on writing German Auto Care a review. They're my first choice for maintenence and repair on my second Mercedes-Benz (they serviced the first as well). They also service my brothers two Mercedes-Benz. I used to take my car to Mercedes-Benz Manhattan, until I figured out the service reps at the dealer make commissions, and a friend told me to Astoria and give them a try. So after six years.... I believe George and John, the owners at German Auto Care, do something the dealers don't..... they actually care about doing good work, saving you money, and keeping you as a customer. Try this, go to them get a quote, then call the dealer and get a quote from them. Btw, this is my first time giving a Yelp review....I rarely do this. But after getting good service from them, and sending friends there who have been pleased, I figured a review is long over due. George and John have done something that's very hard to get from me, they've earned my trust. Sincerely, Mike H read more

I researched for a auto shop for my 2001 BMW. I decided to give this place a shot and I'm glad I did because George and John really made me feel like a valued customer and the work that was done to my car was above and beyond and the price was reasonable. I will say this without a doubt that no one else will touch my car. I recommend this place to everyone. read more

George is the BEST !!! Takes care of all luxury car needs ! Always takes care of everything you need and give you the courtesy heads up if there is anything up coming that you going to need to handle !!! I've been bringing my cars here for over 10 years now !!! read more

John and the guys at German Auto Care are awesome. I came here on a recommendation and don't regret it in the slightest. John has gone above and beyond to help me with the nightmare of a situation I've been having with my car and the dealership I purchased it from. read more

Good guys who treat you like family. They know their stuff, especially for older Mercedes and can diagnose and fix anything thrown their way. They currently take care of my 1994 S500 coupe and have done so very well for the last few years. Never had to take the car back to fix something they worked on, which says a lot. As for pricing, they charge around $125 an hour for labor, which is up there, but they don't pad their times like other shops, so you always get your money's worth (trust me, I've shopped around). Nevertheless, don't be afraid to haggle a bit - they are from the old country, so they'll respect you for it. read more

My 2002 Mercedes S500 was leaning to one side, I thought I might need a new shock but they were knowledgeable and found a faulty sensor. They saved me a ton of cash. read more

Took my car here because I had some lights flashing and was a recommendation from my warranty company. Sure enough my car went in on a Monday around 1p and the next day at 430p I was driving it away repaired and taken care of... So far the car funds great it's been about 4-5 days no lights or issues any more. Gonna bring my car back here for future issues if needed! George is a nice guy! read more

Came here at a recommendation for a diagnosis of a check engine light. Left the car at the shop for three hours. Came back to find a dent with scratch on the door. The head guy and another mechanic, who was explaining the diagnosis, got into cars and took off when I pointed out the dent. They were supposed to call me back to follow up but I never got a call. read more

Ive been meaning to find an expert auto care center for my Mercedes Benz. Being jerked around from mechanic to mechanic often gets annoying and pricey. Most mechanics don't know much about german cars, they wing it most of the time and I end up paying more than I should for things. The gentlemen at this place know what they're doing and will lay it flat out for you. Their work speaks for itself honestly. Whenever I come here I know my car is in very, very good hands. One of the owners, John, you can tell he has a passion for what he does. I've engaged in numerous conversations with not only him but the other workers in the shop. You can sense their genuine love for what they do. Not only are they professional, but their prices are extremely reasonable for the cars they are working with. They will go out of their way to help you and make sure you get what needs to be done. This is my new go to spot for any mechanic issues with my vehicle and any future vehicle as well. read more