Had an intermittent problem with wife's 2016 Cadillac SRX. Starting up it was difficult to steer…read moreand brakes locked up. Recommended that we take to Gaines Automative. Kevin did a comprehensive diagnostics and determined that both rear wheel bearings and a defective front axle, replaced all, road tested. Subsequent driving confirmed repair. Quality diagnosis, good repair, good value.

Gaines Automotive was wonderful. They diagnosed the problem ( a loud rattle) and then solved it…read moreand then i paid a very fair price, wow! Best ever!

I would not recommend this mechanic company to anyone. I trusted Josh and Justin to install a new…read morerear end and driveshaft in my truck, and they assured me everything would be done right and I'd be "ready to ride." That couldn't be further from the truth. They called me around 2 AM saying the job was complete and asked me to send the remaining balance. Just minutes later, my driver reported that the truck was shaking extremely bad. When I called them back, they told my driver to meet them about 10 miles away--only to then say there was nothing they could do. Since then, I have been calling them all morning with no answer. On top of that, my toolbox was stolen off my truck while it was in their possession. This entire experience has been unprofessional, dishonest, and unacceptable. I paid $4,000 for work that was clearly not done correctly, and now I'm left dealing with additional damage and missing property. If they do not communicate with me ASAP, I will be filing a civil suit and taking this matter to court. Do yourself a favor and take your business elsewhere.

Justin responded to my request within 10-15 minutes and from that point forward, went above and…read morebeyond in every way. My daughters car wasnt running well and she took it to a local shop. We got the estimate and it was ridiculous. I know how to work on cars for the most part, but since Im in Maryland I was kind of stuck either paying the ridiculous prices or going to fix it myself 6 hours away. Justin agreed to do the work for an extremely reasonable and fair price, and did it the same day. I ordered the part from the local auto store and he picked it up and put it in withing an hour or so. He sent me videos of what he was doing as well as constant updates along the way. There is NO REASON to find anyone else to work on this car for me anymore, as I know he knows what hes doing and is reliable and reasonably priced. Very Satisfied

Very nice and accommodating folks. Did the service and got me on my way in no…read moretime. Very knowledgeable.

This is a gem of a place, and I am so grateful for the kind and immediate care yesterday when a…read morenail punctured my tire. Fortunately, I was near this establishment. You are the best, Darryl!

I've used this service for my 2017 C Max Energi for several years and have always been pleased by…read morethe quality of the work and the friendliness of the staff. When I bring my car in, they take great care of it. They have an automated service that keeps me updated on progress. If they notice something wrong or that needs service, it's useful information but I've never been upsold. The prices are fair.

I would NEVER take another vehicle to Chapel Hill Tire after my experience with them…read more I brought my Subaru in for service, and noticed it overheating the day I got it back. I took it back to the shop and they told me it had essentially no coolant in it. I immediately asked the technicians why there was no coolant. They told me, "It was filled up when it was here." When I asked, "Then why is there no coolant in it now?", they couldn't give me an explanation beyond repeating that they had filled it. The car continued losing coolant and overheating. I brought it back multiple times, and I was repeatedly told that they had pressure-tested the cooling system and that there were no pressure issues and everything was fine. They also told me there were no warning lights indicating a problem. Meanwhile, I was constantly having to refill the coolant and pull over when the car overheated. One time I had to sit on the side of the road for about 45 minutes waiting for a friend to bring me coolant just so I could get the car home without overheating it. Eventually the car broke down on the highway and had to be towed. After all those previous visits where I was assured the cooling system was fine, I was finally told that the head gasket had blown and that replacing the engine would cost around $6,000. After I challenged that price, the estimate was suddenly reduced to around $3,000. I'm not upset that a Subaru developed a mechanical problem. I'm upset that I repeatedly reported coolant loss and overheating, and I was repeatedly told the cooling system was fine. The car eventually suffered a major failure anyway. I don't trust this shop and I won't be taking another vehicle there. If you're dealing with a recurring mechanical problem, I strongly recommend getting a second opinion before continuing to rely on their diagnosis

They do great work! First time I used them was for a clutch replacement in a Fiat 500 Abarth…read more Never a great time to try a repair shop for the first time but they exceeded my expectations and they performed maintenance on that car for until I sold it. Always honest with what I need and what I don't and friendly. Fiats are never cheap to work on but they provided fair pricing. They're a little far for me for my truck that about anyone could work on but I'd recommend them to anyone!

These guys rock! They are on the pricey side, but that comes with its perks. My oil pressure light…read morewas flashing (red oil can) and my car was starting slow, so I brought it in, terrified that I had irreparably damaged my engine somehow. Instead, their mechanic sent a detailed diagnosis explaining that it was a battery issue and had nothing to do with my car's lubrication system. They COULD have taken advantage of my inexperience with that kind of car problem, but they were honest and diligently fixed the core issue. My car is now in good health and driving fine thanks to their good work.

Had weather tech drill less mud flaps installed. Dropped off in the morning it was ready to go by…read more3:00pm. Sanders charged $75 to install the 4 mud flaps. Excellent service and price.

There are the nicest people you could ver work with or meet. I have a home bound client and they…read moreare so kind to come pick up her car and then return it. With there were more people like them in this world!!!

Very impressed with the professionalism of the owner. Quickly diagnosed the problem with my 2015…read moreBMW. Fixed it on time and on estimate. Highly recommend for skill and customer service.

Proper mechanics, Will diagnose and fix the correct part not just replace whole systems. It was…read morejust a switch, albeit and expensive switch at $500 plus labour but many thousands cheaper than a new transmission on my Porsche Cayman. They have earned my trust what more can I say. Thanks

I brought my vehicle to Brown's Automotive for an AC diagnostic and was quoted $559 for the…read morediagnostic, freon recharge, and service. Later, they called to say both AC lines were leaking and sent a new estimate for $1,996. In this updated estimate, they claimed I had approved the diagnostic for $101, removed the freon recharge from the original quote, and bundled it into the service section along with hose replacement--without clearly explaining the changes. After doing my own research, I found that even the dealership only charges around $780 for the same repair, plus $350 for the recharge. I also spoke with another mechanic in town who informed me that my vehicle had an extended warranty on the AC compressor, and advised me to go to the dealership instead. When I told Brown's Automotive this, they responded with, "Well, how am I supposed to know about a warranty?" It would be helpful if staff at car repair shops were more informed about manufacturer warranties. Instead of automatically charging customers, they could guide them toward services that might be covered--saving time and money and building trust. They refused to remove the diagnostic charge, even though the issue wasn't just the cost--it was the lack of transparency, poor customer service, high cost and the way they misled me throughout the process. I'm shocked by the positive reviews and would never recommend this shop. Please do yourself a favor and go somewhere else where honesty and customer care are a priority.

Brown's Automotive has been my go-to for getting my cars inspected and serviced. They do great work…read moreand charge reasonable prices. Highly recommend them.

I took my car in for an inspection and was told I needed a repair that would cost over $1,500. I…read morewas skeptical, as I had literally just had my car in at my usual shop for its regular check up. They determined the repair was unnecessary. Chapel Hill Tire is not to be trusted.

I requested and got an online estimate for rear drum brake replacements. That estimate was $238 to…read more$308. So, I signed up for an appointment. I showed up for appointment and they prepared another estimate for $637. It (apparently) turns out that they will also replace drums (whether they need it or not), and won't wait to see if they are really needed. It was a "bait and switch": they over doubled the cost of the estimate by insisting on replacing the drums, sight unseen, which may not have needed replacement!!

My wheel had been making a dreadful sound that was getting progressively worse. Think of a…read more"womwomwomwomwom" from my wheel bay, which increased in speed along with my vehicle's speed. I could've sworn it was the front left and had thought that tire looked the worst out of the four tires, but the people at Lloyd were honest in informing me that it was actually the front right side! They replaced that tire and the sound is gone, effectively ridding me of my driving anxiety. They could've just replaced the left tire like I had initially asked and let me continue experiencing the issue, but they let me know exactly what the problem was. Chris was also very kind + patient when I had quite a few questions. I will be returning soon to get the other tire replaced!

While I did initially appreciate how quick the inspection was, I am now realizing why it was so…read morefast. Currently sitting at another mechanics because my brakes and rotors are in horrible shape. They neglected looking at my brakes which would have been nice to know that they aren't in usable shape.