Hollywood Auto always takes good care of me. I have an old Toyota Prius. They know what they are…read moredoing! I've been going here for at least 20 years. Thank you Joe and Sam!

Joe and his team are absolutely amazing! Joe is very professional and honest with what actually…read moreneeds to be done on your car. I come all the way from a western suburb (about 40 minutes away) because of how I trust Joe and his team to take care of my car and be honest with the needs of my car. Look no where else and come here for your car needs. It's worth the drive to come to here.

Quick, thorough and reasonably priced. I found a "keeper". It's nice to find a reliable mechanic…read more Thx!

First time using here after reading glowing reviews. My 2018 Nissan Maxima needed an oil change and…read morerecharge on my AC.. The work was completed efficiently and in a very reasonable time frame. Final cost was well below several quotes. I recently moved to this area and will have Norm's complete any future repair and maintenance needs, very pleased and satisfied.

Great service and very helpful! Got me in quickly on short notice before a trip to fix my brakes.read more

I recently brought my 2017 Porsche Cayenne to Autohaus on Lincoln Avenue after first taking it to…read morethe Porsche dealership. The difference in both pricing and customer service was remarkable. The dealership charged me $550 for an oil change, while Autohaus would have performed the same service for approximately $250. I also had my front and rear brakes replaced, along with an alignment, and saved well over $2,000 compared to the dealership's estimate. Gary and his team of highly skilled technicians did an outstanding job. Their expertise, honesty, attention to detail, and fair pricing are exactly what you hope to find when servicing a high-end foreign vehicle. The work was completed professionally, on time, and with excellent communication throughout the process. It is refreshing to find an independent shop that delivers dealership-quality service at a fraction of the cost. I trust Autohaus completely with my Porsche and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional service on European luxury vehicles. Five stars are not enough. Thank you, Gary and the entire Autohaus team, for a truly outstanding experience!

Atlanta family stranded on a road trip south of Chicago. Try getting an alternator fixed in a…read moreMercedes even getting an appointment within two weeks ... Ahh But these guys did it... New alternator and belt in only two days got us back on our feet. I will always be grateful for These guy And what they did for my family and saved our vacation :-)

I took my car here because it wouldn't pass the emissions test. Made appointment on Monday they…read moredidn't look at the car until Thursday. They charged me $ 575.00 labor no repairs were made. Continued to fail emissions test and other than being told to put more miles on to complete a drive cycle and out $ 575.00 nothing else in spite of their 100% pass guarantee. I took it to Factory Muffler on Central Park in Skokie. They got it to pass and don't charge you if they don't. They asked what work had been done I showed them the receipt with only a charge for labor. They said I'd been taken for a ride, not literally. $300.00 later and they took it thru the testing process for me and presented me with the pass certification.

My car died next door at Wolfy's. Thankfully Robert was there at Steve's. He came right over to my…read moreSaab, pulled the codes and ordered the part on the spot. He kept me informed through the process of ordering the part and potentially some other issues. He couldn't be any nicer! It's rare to find someone so kind that's also a mechanic. I can't recommend them enough! Price was very fair! I will be back for other work, oil changes, etc. Thanks Robert!

Horrible service. The owner treats the customers like he is…read moredoing us a favor by fixing our cars . Don't recommend.

I can't say enough great things about Avondale Auto Repair, Nathan, Rick and their staff…read more As a first-time customer, I came in with what I thought was a simple issue--my 2017 Toyota RAV4 key fob suddenly stopped working. I'd replaced the battery before, so I tried that again... nothing. My (very mechanically inclined) husband tried too--still nothing. That kicked off the search for a replacement, and wow--what a frustrating experience. The dealership quoted me $600 to replace and program a new key. Automotive locksmiths were all over the place--$180, $250--and the whole process felt vague and transactional, like you couldn't get a straight answer without jumping through hoops. Then I found Avondale Auto Repair through the Costco Auto Program--and everything changed. Rick answered the phone, and within seconds I felt reassured. He was straightforward, knowledgeable, and refreshingly honest. Instead of trying to sell me something, he explained the pros and cons--how aftermarket keys often don't last, and how they source directly from the dealer but can usually save customers about $100. No pressure. Just real, helpful information. When I came in, that same feeling continued. The shop itself is clean, bright, and welcoming--nothing like the typical auto repair environment. Nathan (Rick's brother-in-law) was at the front desk and immediately made us feel comfortable. Friendly, genuine, and incredibly helpful. Before recommending anything, he opened up my key and inspected it to confirm it wasn't just a battery issue. That alone told me everything--I wasn't being upsold. They were actually trying to help. Then Rick came back from lunch and did the same thing again, just to double check. I paid a deposit and they said they'd call once they got the key from the dealership. It took a few days. Even though they were short-staffed they week of my FOB order, Nathan handled everything with professionalism and kindness. He called three different dealerships to track down my key (since it was out of stock everywhere), coordinated the order, and made the whole process seamless. When I came back to drop off my car, even the staff helping me park were warm and courteous--it's those small touches that really stand out. We used to have a go-to repair shop nearby, but after a change in ownership, it just hasn't been the same. Now, we've found our new place. Avondale Auto Repair didn't just fix a problem--they earned our trust. And that's everything. That's how you do it, Nathan and Rick!

The mechanics seemed experienced and handled my car with care. They diagnosed the issue correctly…read moreand fixed it effectively. I appreciated the clear communication throughout the process. The only inconvenience was the longer waiting time.

They worked on my car and I have to bring the car back for the same issue. The power steering was…read moreleaking fluid and the mechanic said that the line was replaced and two weeks later the car power steering issue resurfaced without being used.

I used to come to this place all the time when I was having car issues, and they were friendly,…read morefast, and not too horribly pricy. I don't know what happened in the last few years. I guess they're under new management or something, because now they're a bunch of cheats, just trying to rip you off. I went there a couple years back with a brake issue. They insisted that my calipers needed to be replaced and it was going to cost just shy of $1,000.00 . I wound up taking the vehicle to a friend of a friend in hopes of getting a slight discount, and it turns out my calipers were fine! I just needed pads and rotors, which wound up costing significantly less. Went there again with another brake issue. This time, my brake fluid was leaking and I couldn't safely drive fast. I wouldn't have gone here after the last time, but it was late at night, this was the only place open, and I needed the car fixed ASAP for work. They look at it and tell me I need a whole new drum and shoe on one of my rear wheels. They tell me exactly what parts I'll need, and to save time and money, I go to autozone myself to pick them up. The wheel cylinder I needed wasn't in stock, but Autozone told me it cost about $15.00. Back at Marathon, they tell me they'll pick up the wheel cylinder the next day and do the repair. The next day, I go to pick up the car, and they show me the bill. The wheel cylinder they bought cost over $100.00, and they never thought to call me and ask if I was okay with that (I wasn't.). Then I found out that the drum I got was the wrong kind, but they said it was fine cause they didn't need to replace the drum after all. Yet there was still a labor charge on my bill for replacing it! Plus, I actually had to ask them to give me the drum back so I could return it to Autozone. Apparently they were just going to keep it. On top of all that, I had warned them that my window glass wasn't sitting right in the frame and they couldn't roll it down or it wouldn't roll back up properly. When I picked up the car, I saw my window sitting crooked in the frame and stuck so I couldn't fix it. I asked them to fix it since they obviously ignored my warning about it, and they said they couldn't. One more time, I brought my vehicle here for repairs (because I guess I'm crazy and didn't learn my lesson the last time), I was having transmission problems. And again, I would've preferred to go elsewhere, but it was late and this is the only place that was open within 10 miles of me. I figured I was leaking fluid and maybe needed a new pan. They looked at it and told me my transmission was broken beyond repair and needed to be replaced, to the tune of more than $2500.00 (almost as much as my whole car is worth!). I think you can guess what happened. I wound up waiting 'til the next day and taking it elsewhere, where I found out it was a leaky pan and low fluid. Total repair cost was not even a couple hundred. That was several months ago, and the transmission is running perfectly fine since then. The final straw was tonight. Oh yes, I was stupid enough to go back one more time. This time, it was just to replace a tire. I figured they can't really try to scam me on a simple tire change. Maybe not, but they can still be incredibly inconsiderate! When I pulled in, they told me there were a few cars ahead of me, but they'd get to me soon and I should wait for a bit. An entire hour goes by before the manager tells me they're too busy and I should come back in the morning. Are you freakin' kidding me!? You knew how busy you were when I rolled in there. THAT was the time to tell me to leave. Not after I've wasted a whole hour waiting around. I don't care what business you're in, you don't treat your customers like that. So, I don't care if they're the only place open 24 hours, I'm not coming back here for anything, not even gas. I bet if I came here asking for them to fix a broken taillight, they'd make me wait a week and say I need to get my whole electrical system replaced. Screw this place and all the lying con-men that work there.

I'm new to the area and needed a new mechanic. I had a couple of weird noises coming from my car…read morethat I wanted checked out. I'm so glad I found this place!!! It's the day before Christmas Eve and they were still able to get me in and out in a couple of hours. I felt listened to and the service was excellent. I will definitely trust them with my car again!

Always great service and get the job done at a lower price . The customer service is great as well…read more Great owner

I have known Ron and had him service/work on our cars for over 30 years - when he was the chief…read moremechanic at another highly rated shop and then followed him to Speedline when he opened it. We've had Toyota 4runners, Range Rovers, Tahoe, suburbans, lexus, BMW convertible - and we only trust Ron and his mechanics to work on all our cars. The special sauce to Speedline is Ron and his honesty along with skill. This is an industry that can easily take advantage of people, but Ron will NEVER do that. Can't tell you how many times he tells me I don't need tires or work done, etc. In fact, when we were in LA for 2 years, something didn't feel right in the car (Suburban) as we drove the I-5 highway for 6 hours to Sonoma. Instead of pulling into a gas station or mechanic along the way, we pulled over and called Ron. He told us exactly what to do and what not to do- and then exactly what to do once we got to our destination. When our safety was at risk - we called Ron; nobody is more honest, trustworthy. I've also sat in his lobby while waiting for repairs on my car(s) many times. My experience every time I've witnessed a customer complain or even yell at Ron (or his employees) are those that are rude, demanding and likely have unreal expectations - no matter where they go. Highly recommend Speedline, Ron and his mechanics/techs!!!

I've been taking my car to Speedline for years. Today I came in for a synthetic oil change and…read moreasked for a once over on belts and hoses since it's an older and low mileage car. Ron sent me a video of what he found and recommended a tune up and a few other things. Speedline always listens to my concerns.

A great local shop with a professional staff. They let me know what needs to be done and they don't…read moregouge me. I recently bought a car and they recommended I ask the dealer to take care of needed repairs rather than charging me for the repairs in the future.

Called about a rattle I was hearing in my car and they got me in immediately (like 10 minutes) and…read moretook care of it right away. Super professional, explained what they found, and didn't overcomplicate a simple fix. Hard to find a shop this trustworthy. Highly recommend!!