They have fixed two of our cars for us. Jason is very kind and explained what needed to be fixed and why. He also got the car fixed faster than expected both times, which was fantastic for us since we didn't have to be without a second car for very long. read more

They overcharge. I get a second opinion somewhere else and it's always cheaper and not as big of an issue as Ideal said it was. They highball which isn't fair. read more

Today, I was picking up my wife at a New York City hospital and when I got in the van, noticed the "low tire monitor" was lit on the dashboard. Took the van to Ideal and saw Jason - he was with another customer, so Nick handled my concern. He first added air, then took off the tire and noticed a nail or screw in the treads. He quickly got the rolling car lift, took the tire off, repaired the tire, checked the tire pressures in all four tires, and adjusted them, as needed. The whole repair was completed in under ten minutes...perfect timing. FIRST RATE experience...and a BIG thank you to NIck...wish you well with your studies to become a certified automotive technician. Vinnie, Owner, is lucky to have a future mechanic who is kind, intelligent, and professional. Thank you! read more

I (and the rest of my family) have been taking our cars to Ideal for years. Great service, nice people, good prices. I wouldn't think of going any where else. read more

A glowing review :) !!!! We have been using Ideal Services center for the last 30 years!!! They do excellent work and can be totally trusted. All work has been done in a very timely manner and everyone is a pleasure to deal with. I wouldn't go any place else! read more

Thank you to Jason from Ideal for replacing my original battery in my 2017 Chevy Colorado. Jason was polite and professional. I recommend this place. read more

Very good service.! I was so grateful that Ron took care of my flat tire right away.! Reasonable, professional, quick, and they care of what they are doing and I truly appreciate that a lot.! read more

When I was riding in my car today I heard a rumbling noise. I stopped and took a look under the car, there was a lose metal plate. I was thinking of going straight to Toyota but didn't want to take out a 2nd mortgage. I read about Ideal Service Center in either the AAA news letter, so I decided to take my car there. I couldn't be more happy with them. They were pleasant and professional. As soon as I drove in one of the mechanics 'Big Joe" had heard the sound and said it was NO problem, give me 10-15 minutes to get a lift free. After 30 minutes I was ready to go and got a reasonable charge for the work done. While I was waiting I was speaking to the Vinnie who is the owner, I had real nice conversation with him..I told him me and my wife would be back for any maintenance or repairs..I wouldn't hesitate to bring my car or my wife's car there. Good honest mechanics are hard to find. I'm glad I found Ideal ServiceCenter read more

Altima 2009, heater didn't work and engine knocking. Installed new radiator for $700. The next day engine knocked again. Replaced ignition coil for $250. The next day the same problem. So, they couldn't fix the car and charged almost $1000. After snow storm will go to another shop. Don't recommend this far from ideal service center. read more

Left Ideal on my last visit with the intention of visiting Mavis or Pep Boys for tires (didn't even ask at Ideal because I was afraid of how much they'd be). Well, the joke was on me!!! Visited Mavis Discount Tires on Rt. 17N and was quoted a ridiculous price for tires I'd NEVER HEARD OF!!! I decided to give IDEAL a call and see. My car now has 4 great tires that came highly recommended at an affordable price. In and out in no time!!! SHOUTOUT TO VINNIE AND THE GUYS!!!!!!!! read more

Finding a trustworthy mechanic can be a nerve-wracking experience. Bringing your car to Ideal Service Center takes all the worry out of that process. Both my wife and I have been bring our cars to their shop for 5+ years. We have always found them to be honest, efficient and reasonably-priced in providing high quality service. If you live anywhere within a reasonable radius of their shop in River Edge, you should try them. read more

High priced just for diagnosis but it was hard to find time to get in. We didn't. It didn't seem that they cared much at all about even trying to help us. read more

Rude and condescending employees and poor service. take your hard earned money elsewhere!

I think I found my new mechanic. Jason was fantastic. Helped me with my flat but also corrected another mechanic's error and as a result eliminated THE most annoying sound my car could make! read more

Ideal is a great name for this Auto Service shop. All the mechanics and Jason & Vinny are expert, totally honest and very customer-focused. I've been a customer for years and they always find a solution or recommend alternatives. Highly recommended! read more

This is the place to have your vehicle serviced. Vinnie and his crew are without a doubt the nicest, most personable and honest bunch of guys you will ever meet. I've been a customer for over 20 years. Always a fair price for high quality work. I won't trust my vehicles with anybody else. read more

Hi Everyone! Well I finally found a repair facility I am confident in and I can trust them. I have always done almost all my mechanic work. starting in 1967 in the Army working on piston helicopters for a year . I've overhauled a few engines and replaced almost all the parts of a car. I've had many bad experiences with others working on my cars and trucks. But I finally found a garage I am happy to let work on my vehicles. I'm so happy I've had Ideal repair 3 of my vehicles. So nice to get them all caught up.The charges I were very reasonable. The owner Vin is very pleasant to work with, as are the rest of the crew. Tom, Joe, Jayson and Don. Together there are 5 mechanics there. Good to know if a hard problem arose they could put there heads together . And its also makes for excellent service they're fast and usually don't need a long wait time to get in to see them. They like to do good work.and the prices are more than fair They did my 97 f150 a hard to get at vacuum leak, belt tensioner, 96 Cadillac door registers, antenna motor, check for oil leaks and air conditioner compressor advise, 2003 chev van service light on, it was a hard to diagnose broken abs connector and a window register.. read more

I love these guys - friendly, very accommodating and absolutely honest. Going there for the third time tomorrow after they emergently for me in for an appointment. I am a guy who knows very little about cars and it is so reassuring to know our cars out in such capable and honest hands. Very grateful for such good service! read more

I recieve great service from ideal service all the time. The guys that work there are the best they know what they are doing. If you ever need a repair there are the guys to call. read more

Been taking my car in for years and have always received consistently high-quality service, the staff is professional, courteous and always super-prompt which I definitely appreciate. They also take the time to really explain what's going on with your vehicle...just an all-around great crew there. Would definitely recommend! read more

Ideal service is always spot on. Employees are professional, courteous and willing to please. Car has been serviced with expert mechanics. I will keep bringing my car to Ifeal read more

Very knowledgable and trustworthy. They don't play games cause they don't need to. And they're fast. Been bringing my cars there for years and always satisfied. They have an overnight drop box which is convenient. read more

I've been visiting Ideal since I was a kid witnessing my parents' car troubles. Now that I have a car of my own, I bring it here whenever something's going wrong. I trust their expertise and know that they won't try to rip me off. It's a good feeling, especially since I know next to nothing about cars! With Ideal so close by, I don't have to worry. read more

These guys are the best! They really know their stuff and have been around for 45 years! Drop your car off in the morning and it's fixed or diagnosed with options by the afternoon. Friendly, willing to talk to you. They've gone the extra mile for me a bunch of times. I work on my own car as much as I can so I know a little about cars and I can't recommend enough. read more

I have been using Ideal for many years. They are honest, trustworthy, and efficient mechanics.

Very friendly and honest guy! Thank you Jason. I got a flat tire and stop at the place asking for help, Jason was so nice and I highly recommend him! read more

STAY AWAY!! I had these guys check out a car that they had on their lot and they said it was ok. The car was a lemon and have since invested $3000 and still not done. Adiitionally I had them complete a tune up and they messed that up too. I have redone 95% of the work they did for the tune up and highly hope this review convinces you not to even think twice about bringing your car. read more

I've taken my cars there on several occasions. Each time they were repaired right the first time. I can trust them to do what needs to get done. No more, no less. read more

Had these men work on my pickup truck "not getting spark or fuel", two days later and $1.100.34 later I was told that when they started my pickup that my exhaust muffler had blown apart that is very hard to understand being that the exhaust had just been replace sereral months ago. So after all the money they charge me in labor now I have to replace the new exhaust that they blown up. What did they do pour gas down the TBI ? I feel that I have been grossly overcharged and ripped off. I will never return to this service station. Beware of these men with wrenches it will cost you !!! read more

They are the most honest guys out there! After my car was towed there, they advised me that the problem was covered under a recall and the dealership ended up making the necessary repairs at no cost to me. They could have easily kept that information to themselves and made the repairs. They are the best. read more