Moshe saved our Subaru -- and saved us thousands of dollars. Our 2019 Crosstrek died after rodents chewed the electrical wiring (outdoor parking in DC, go figure). We towed it to the Tysons Subaru dealership where it was purchased, thinking they'd do the best job. The dealership took 3 WEEKS to even get us AN ESTIMATE, and they wanted to replace the ENTIRE electrical system for NEARLY $6,000. We wanted a second opinion. A friend recommended Moshe's Auto Care -- backed up by stellar reviews. When we called, Moshe was kind and honest. He couldn't give us an estimate without seeing the car, but having decades of experience, he couldn't imagine charging thousands for rodent damage. The car was towed to Moshe, and he started work immediately. He was able to repair -- not replace -- the wiring, for LESS THAN $400. And he did it in half a day. We finally had our car back, fully functional, within hours vs. weeks. Dealership: 3 weeks, nearly $6,000. Moshe: 3 hours, under $400. One is roadside robbery, the other is the kind of honest service that earns customers for life. I'll only go to Moshe from now on! read more

This is an extremely honest mechanic. He couldn't fix my problem but referred to a shop that could. No bill either. Very nice man. Highly recommend ! read more

Moshe is wonderful! He saved me thousands of dollars in unnecessary repairs. He methodically went through the list of recommendations, examined my 2015 Toyota and thoroughly explained what was not needed. Fortunately only minor maintenance was necessary. His knowledge, honesty, and expertise are truly appreciated and unique unlike many shops that attempt to upsell. Great shop! read more

Moshe is awesome. This guy really knows his car stuff. Background: while hubs was away for work, we had a problem with our vehicle. I felt wwaaayyyy out of my element trying to describe things to Moshe (because hubs is the one who usually interacts with him) but Moshe was super cool and helpful and solved our problem in a flash. Moshe's Auto Car rocks! read more

Maintaining the safety of my family's cars is one of the most important values I have and something that I have control over by making sure they are properly maintained. Taking my cars to Moshe always leaves me reassured that whether we're going on a major trip or just our routine outings on the Beltway or in bad weather, our cars -- my family and friends inside them -- are 100% safe. I just had both cars serviced in recent weeks. Of course, our cars are a huge investment and the outstanding care I get from Moshe protects the value of my cars. Yet Moshe's charges for careful and expert service are reasonable. I have confidence both in Moshe's expertise and his honesty. He never tries to upsell and several times discouraged unnecessary or expensive "repairs" that I suggested. This is a two-person operation but getting an appointment is easy. As a small operation, there is very limited space to keep cars after they are serviced so being able to pick up your car when it is ready is important. read more

It was my first and my last visit to Moshe's Auto Care. Moshe quoted $160k for my battery and then charged $220. Photos of the receipt are below. When my car was ready, Moshe told me to pick it right away since he "didn't want to wait around for me to pick up my car." I was working from home - this was 1 pm on a weekday. Why the rush? I hurried to pick up my car to be given a receipt with a much higher price than he had quoted. He said to keep my receipt for the warranty." The receipt did not indicate what kind of battery was put in my car or what warranty it had. I asked what the warranty was and Moshe said "18 months." I had to get back to work and there were other customers waiting so I got my keys and left. I regret now not standing up to Moshe. I talked to a friend who just had a new battery put in for $170 total. I also found that batteries generally carry a 2 year warranty. I have had 5 different cars serviced over the years and I have never experienced anything like that. I'll never go back. If you go there, get a written estimate! Since there is no waiting area, have him text or email it to you. I sure hope this saves someone from the experience I had. read more

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I brought an old Toyota Corolla in for a 60k service and he quoted me $600 and then discovered very little needed replacement and I paid $550. I was shocked that Moshe's ratings are so high because I truly felt cheated. I won't be returning to this shop and will continue my search for an honest Toyota mechanic. read more

It is a true privilege to add my review to the long list of 5 star reviews for Moshe's Auto. This man is an absolute gem! I am wiser, safer and have more money in my pocket that expected, having worked with Moshe on my Volvo. He was not patronizing in explanation, and he did not assume my level of automotive knowledge. Meeting Moshe was a gift, I wish I'd found him earlier! Pros: Prompt; honest; communicative; extremely knowledgeable; my age or gender seemed to be of no importance to him; wonderful balance of personal and professional. Cons: N/A. Seriously, none. He's the best. read more

Finding a great mechanic is probably harder than finding a partner. Anyways. After searching on Yelp for a bit I found moshe's. I have a 2010 Nissan Sentra with literally. 238,000 miles. (Long story) I let him know. I just need it to run so an oil change. I barely drive. And it makes a weird noise. I dropped it off. And brought my dog with me so we can walk home. He was so funny about my dog saying ok get your stuff out and meet me inside. Don't forget your dog. I got a call like an hour later to go over suggestions. Soooooo honest. Very transparent. Spoke to me with so much respect. He reminded me of like. An elder from my community. I picked up my car during my lunch. And it was so fast. Again. I walked my dog and we started chatting about my dog and he was so sweet. I will only be taking my car for any services to moshes Also the weird noise was just some missing clips on my fender so my tire was hitting it. And he was so honest. Because it could have been anything else. read more

Incredibly knowledgeable and incredibly honest - a winning combination! I know very little about cars, but on the few occasions where my car has needed only small repairs, Moshe only gave me those small repairs that I needed rather than trying to convince me that I needed more. Once my bill was less than $100, including labor, because I needed only a wheel stud and lug nut. When I've had bigger problems, he's taken care of those too very fairly, and he showed me the parts he removed afterwards and explained everything to me. I think that the following story exemplifies his business practices. Once I needed a PCM replacement - like, the car's computer, basically - which was something Moshe couldn't install for me because I own a domestic car (he specializes in other brands), and the PCM needed to be programmed before it could be installed. Moshe didn't charge me anything for the repairs he attempted before concluding that my PCM was the problem; he didn't charge me for the labor involved in those other repairs, even though I know they took him hours; and he told me that once I found a garage that could do the PCM replacement/installation for me, that I could call and ask him whether the estimated cost was a fair price and whether the amount of labor the other garage said would be required was a fair estimate. And he didn't charge me anything for that. He just goes so above and beyond. Can't recommend him highly enough. read more

Had a weird grinding while driving; Moshe got it fixed quickly. He was a great to work with.

My son is in the navy and his car was making noise and was driving sluggishly. Moshe answered my out of state calls and my son had his car towed in. Moshe diagnosed the problem, recommended his partner to do the repair, and it was done that same day. Complete trust in what he did and the rate paid. Very appreciative for taking care of my son. Thank you and i Highly reccomend. read more

Very quick and efficient in replacing the spark plugs in my Toyota. Also pricing is fair. I'll be back here next time I need work done, instead of going to the dealership. Thanks Moshe. read more

Great place. Found out about it because it was close to my work and needed a quick repair. Service was quick, prices were fair and staff was really friendly. i wish i'd known about them 15 years ago. read more

Moshe is the best! I made the mistake of coming in and saying what I thought was wrong based on my Google searching. Moshe called me about an hour after dropping it off and said the thing I though was wrong was completely fine but the it was something else. He was completely upfront on pricing and what my car needed. He made me completely comfortable as a woman dropping my car off. He actually cares about your car and wants to make sure you get the best value. read more

I had an issue with my Hyundai Sonata with the turbo acceleration. I ran the car through my OMDB2 diagnostic and found the error code. I contacted Mr. Moshe and he was able to tell me what he thought was the issue and the part I needed to order. Luckily I found the part locally and took it to Mr. Moshe. He was busy but more than willing to take a look at the problem. I left the car and after an hour he called me back with a solution. He was clear in setting the expectations and gave me his opinion on the best approach to fix the problem. He replaced the part in less than 2 minutes, and as of now the car is working as normal. All of this in a less than 4 hours! I am so happy I found this shop and will be going back for any car needs. He is more than fair! I recommend him 100%. read more

I chose to try Moshe's Auto Care because of the many reviews describing Moshe's business as an honest and knowledgeable one. My experience confirmed all of the positive reviews. My car was shaking as I drove and I needed a quick repair before a long trip. On the phone Moshe identified what he thought the problem was (which turned out to be an accurate assessment) and he was able to fit me in within a very short time frame even though I was a first time customer. What I appreciated the most about Moshe was that he was genuinely honest, respectful, and transparent throughout the entire engagement. He assessed the car right in front of me, found the problem immediately, and then called the parts place in front of me. He explained every aspect of the problem and proposed solution to me fully with an accurate description of the final costs. The parts and labor costs were incredibly reasonable and I feel positive about the entire exchange - which I have found in the past to be a very rare experience with auto repair companies. Moshe and his staff were kind, efficient, and they identified my problem right away. Now my car is running smoothly and I feel much safer driving because of my service at Moshe's. Thanks for the positive experience Moshe and crew. I have already recommended Moshe's Auto Care to my friends and family and I highly recommend Moshe's Auto Care to you all! read more

Moshe is very friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. There was one job he was t comfortable doing, but he was honest and suggested another shop for it. I really appreciated the honesty. read more

Moshe is phenomenal. Knowledgeable, honest, helpful and patient. In short, exactly what you want in a mechanic. Thrilled to have found him and will be bringing him all of my car problems from now on! read more

Classic, honest neighborhood mechanic. Clutch and front bushings replacement ran almost 1k less than the [St]ealership. Quality work (so far as I can tell so many miles out). Highly reco'd read more

When you bring your car to Moshe you can expect two of the most important qualities in a car mechanic: honesty and straight talk. Moshe tells you like it is, without the fluff and upselling that other mechanics add in. I have brought several different cars to Moshe over the past few years and he has taken the time to expertly diagnose the problem and explain my options. He tells you the breakdown between parts and labor, and the estimates are routinely less expensive than other shops. Give Moshe's Auto Care a try -- Moshe is a really good guy who operates an honest business! read more

We moved to Kensington recently and have now found a great mechanic! We have an older Jeep Liberty that had leaking oil gaskets but Moshe very quickly told us what the issue was and did the work at an extremely good price. Fantastic quick turn-around time too! We also had rear brakes done, antifreeze, and oil change as they were also due. He also installed a door part we had purchased online for free because he said it was easy to put in. Skilled & Honest Business! Love love love!! I can see why my neighbors on Nextdoor love this business! read more

Honest, hard working gentleman!! Fixed my car same day, at a reasonable price! I will be back!

I've been trying to find a trustworthy auto mechanic in Silver Spring for years. I think I've finally found one! Moshe gave me details about my car that other shops have never brought to my attention, but he did not try to get me to repair things that did not need to be repaired. While Meineke tried to quote me over $1K for my right engine mount (and likely some other unnecessary/random repairs), Moshe's quote was well over half of that. I also saved a lot of money on my brakes; he was honest and told me that I only needed brake pads, whereas other shops will immediately mention rotors and calipers, without first doing a proper assessment. I also appreciate how Moshe was flexible and saw me the same day as a walk-in appointment. My car is now running smoothly and my bank account didn't get depleted in the process. I will definitely be back here, especially for any major repairs. read more

Our first time getting our car repaired. We took our 2015 Honda Accord in for brake repair. Moshe was very knowledgeable and his prices were reasonable. Our car was in good hands! He was very candid about what needed to be done and didn't try to upsell like the other places do. We're taking our car back to Moshe next time our car needs repairs. We highly recommend his auto shop to others. This is a rare place. Moshe is a gem! read more

Moshe is awesome! He stands by his work. He fixed my brakes three times (twice for free) because the OEM brake rotors warped (which is obviously not his fault). Take your car here-- you won't regret it! And by the way, he is still open despite the Covid-19 pandemic, and he has plenty of appointments available. Thank you Moshe for being the best mechanic I have ever known. read more

Moshe is so amazing. He really takes the time to walk you through every repair needed and explains why it is needed. He makes me feel very secure that I am paying a fair price for good service. I highly recommend Moshe! read more

Great service... Great prices. First time there and I was very satisfied for the work I needed done. They're very thorough and give you all the necessary details. I highly recommend. read more

I had a road trip to New England coming up so I brought my late 90s Subaru Forester to Moshe's shop for a major tune up and perhaps lots of maintenance. I wasn't sure what needed doing. Moshe drove me to the Metro in my car to see how it ran and we discussed various Subaru issues. This was great, since my office is right near the red line. Moshe mentioned that he bought a Subaru for his daughter and thinks they are great except for one known issue (a gasket problem). Later that day, he inspected the car (himself) and gave me a very specific assessment of what he thought needed to happen, what would be good to do, and what he himself would do if it were his car. This was really helpful. The work was great and the car is running well thanks to Moshe. His quote was quite reasonable, he had it ready when he said he would, he has tremendous expertise, the work was high quality (it seemed to me, though I am no gear-head), and his advice was great. Most importantly to me he communicates clearly and is honest--neither is a given in the auto business. (Note: the work was performed July 2014. I just recommended Moshe to a friend and that prompted me to remember that I never wrote a review.) read more

Moshe is the absolute best. I have two slightly older cars, both purchased used, that I've taken to Moshe for various issues. Moshe has always diagnosed and fixed the problems correctly and has done so for cheaper than what other mechanics or dealerships have estimated. Moshe is the first mechanic I've ever had who I really trust. As a result I'm happy to pay his slightly higher rates on things like oil changes or standard services because I trust he will only flag issues he thinks are real and then, by fixing them at a reasonable rate, will help me avoid bigger problems down the road. I also appreciate that Moshe doesn't charge exorbitant fees just to take a look at things. For example, he's never charged me to see what the diagnostic code is when my engine light comes on. His first step is always to make the initial assessment, tell me what he thinks the problem is, tell me if he thinks he's the right guy to fix it, and then tell me the cost. He doesn't get you on the hook for some $100 diagnostic fee that he'll "put toward the cost of the repair" and in that way make you feel pressured to go ahead with it. If you live in the area, and have a car problem (especially if you've gotten what seems like a costly estimate from another shop), definitely call Moshe. You won't regret it. read more

I would recommend Moshe's auto care to anyone. He is a very thorough, honest and knowledgeable mechanic. I have never heard him try to sell me something I didn't need. He has done work for me at no charge where the work was insignificant (but he spent almost an hour on it). His website says that he will beat any dealer service estimate by 15%. I have never had to take him up on the offer because I don't go to the dealer for work on my car. I take it to Moshe. Highly recommended. read more

I've been to Moshe's several times. He's a totally upright and trustworthy person. The last time I went, he wouldn't even charge me for fixing a broken plastic cowling under my car that was making noises as I drove. He's much less expensive than the dealer and when you leave his place you won't be returning a week later because something wasn't tightened right, as happened with me with a dealer and an oil change. Really great guy. read more

Moshe is an exceptionally honest mechanic. Every interaction I've had with him is direct and forthcoming, and he has saved us a substantial bit of money. read more

We came here before our East Coast road trip and our car performed GREAT. Thank you, Moshe for your honesty, integrity, and the care you gave to our car. After being obsessed with going to the dealer for servicing I know I will only be going back to Moshe from now on! :) read more

Best mechanic ive ever found. He really who knows his stuff (and, better yet, will tell you if he ever is unsure.) Totally honest and reasonably priced. Best of all: Moshe takes the time to teach and answer questions, to help you understand the problem and the recommended repair. He always tries to save the owner money, and will offer you choices. (e.g. OEM vs. aftermarket parts.) What's not to like? read more

Moshe is amazing. Went to see him before a long road trip to get an oil change. I actually called all the auto repair shops in the area and everyone said come in tomorrow. Moshe popped up on Yelp because of his good reviews so I called and he said come in 15 minutes. I came in he checked it out, got me the oil change, found what was making a clicking noise in my car and fixed it immediately for free, and fixed a few other things all for a very low price. I think he is some of the best quality and lowest prices in the entire DMV area. He's a great guy who has been doing it for years and is honest. I'm always going to go back to Moshe now, he is quick, cheap, and high quality, what more do you want? read more

I first went to Moshe when the Lexus dealer recommended more than $4000 in repairs. Moshe, who was shocked at the dealer's estimate, checked out the car and made the necessary repairs for 60% less. That was one year ago and the car is fine and I still go back to him today. He is honest and takes the time to talk with you about everything he recommends and then discusses the repairs when you pick up the car. The last time he showed me the air filter, which was disgusting, and he questioned whether the dealer ever changed it, even after 90,000 miles. Car repair can be an intimidating experience but I cannot recommend Moshe more highly. There's no pressure nor condescending attitude. I will now take my other car to Moshe as well. read more

excellent service at fair prices. You can be sure that the work will be done right the first time, and that no extras will be added due to "hidden" findings read more

I've been a customer of MAC since it's incarnation many years ago. There is no one I'd trust more. The owner -- yes the OWNER, he actually works on the cars himself! -- has always been upfront with things concerning my vehicles (and there have been quite a few he's serviced), many times forfeiting the opportunity to make money off a repair to save me money. Everyone at MAC has a good, friendly personality and are very welcoming. I've also had fast turnaround times. I'm in Arlington now, so I do see other mechanics for smaller issues (oil changes; bulb replacements) but for major needs, I stick with MAC because I've never had an issue with a repair, never had to come in for a re-do (which I have had to do at other 4- and 5- star Yelp rated places) and I've never felt that I was scammed or cheated as the prices have always been fair and competitive. read more

Moshe is great. He always fits me in last minute when I haven't planned ahead. Very helpful!