I'm now noticing that the reviews for this shop are for the previous owner. Don't make the mistake…read moreI made! Was shouted at over the phone when I called to ask for an update on the car I had dropped off. Was told he wouldn't work on it and to have it towed away to another shop citing that there were "too many cars in line" "people are always calling and interrupting me while I'm working". When picking up the car I tried to explain that I was only calling because of the timeline they gave me and the owner shouted at me threatened to fight me in the office?! Honestly, it seemed like he was having a nervous breakdown, so yeah, wouldn't recommend. Pretty insane way to treat customers.

Update: Bob retired around july/august 2021 so not sure of current quality of service - happy…read moreretirement Bob and thanks for all the help over the years!

The only shop that I'll bring my car to, FOR YEARS. If I can't do the repairs myself, I bring it to…read moreEverett Motors, and just wait for the call that it's ready. Usually hours before expected, which saves money! Great customer service, professional and VERY knowledgeable techs, and the best rates around. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

Very poor. They were totally disorganized and didnt do what they were supposed to do. Then they…read morecharged $880 for an oil change + replacing six spark plugs. They charged 1 hour labor to change air and cabin filter (which jiffy lube changes in 3 minutes - literally). They charged a $70 waste-disposal fee so that $119 oil change apparently was $199. They charged for an hour of labor for a "200k checkup" which when pressed entailed "checking brakes and fluid levels". Another scam because the fluid levels were supposed to be part of the oil change - again, Jiffy Lube includes it. Total sham place that sells itself as a 'down home good ole earnest mechanics shop', but in the end it was exactly the sort of place to avoid. Watch out.

Had a serious noise problem with my VW jetta which developed quite suddenly. Called Jim and he…read moresaid to bring it over. When I got there he was helping another customer but immediately afterwards looked at my car. His diagnosis - my muffler pipe had rusted through and the muffler was just hanging on. Unfortunately, due to his schedule and my extensive travel schedule I could not have the repair done there. I'm writing this 5 star review because - 1. He gave me a honest appraisal of the work involved, the options and the cause. He also searched for the part and was ready to order as soon as I made a decision. 2. As I found out when I finally go the work done elsewhere - Jim's price for parts and labor was dramatically lower than what I paid at the other shop. For sure, I will contact Jim when I need more work on the car.

Went to this place many many times over the years custom bending, custom exhaust on my Mustang two…read moremost recently cat back muffler on my 2006 explorer, made it sound like the V-8 that it is ,can't ask for better quality of work ,good opinions, at a reasonable price. excellent place to go for exhaust work. Especially custom jobs...

Joe at Red Hook Auto does great work at an affordable price, and quicky. He's no-nonsense and…read moreprofessional (don't expect long chats... this works to everyone's benefit as time = money). I've been to both chains and mom-and-pop shops in the area, and have often left feeling the job wasn't done well (which later bears out), takes too long, and/or I've been overcharged for the service. This is not the case at Red Hook Auto--Joe's fantastic at his job, honest, and incredibly efficient. He also gives great referrals (body shops and such) if needed. I'm very grateful we found Joe and I highly recommend!

They're honest, provide great service, and I've never felt overcharged. Sometimes I'm even…read moresurprised by how little they charged me.

great owners and service. always willing to help in the moment. I so appreciate having a trusted…read moremechanic.

I'm an out-of-towner who showed up without an appointment. Despite a full schedule and short of…read morestaff, they found time to assess my car and alleviate my concerns.

Had one of the WORST experience here. We took our car in for an oil change and to look at a sound…read morewe heard coming out of our air conditioner. They ended up changing out the serpentine belt without our permission. Didn't call us to ask if we wanted certain work done to the car. So little to our surprise when we showed up to pick up the car he's showing us a bill that's $900. Mind you, we're local blue collar people. This bill was a serious blow to our household. Anyways, thinking that our car is "fixed" a week later our check engine light comes on and the car is making an awful squealing sound. I want everyone in Kingston to know that if you value your car, time, and money please don't go here. Because they will take advantage of you because they have no morals.

On a trip to Kingston from NJ, I needed some emergency mechanical work on my car. Daryl handled it…read morein a timely manner, reasonably priced, and I was back on the road with no delay! I highly recommend Brenn Automotive.

Oil change and tire rotation. Friendly and experienced. They were able to get to the bottom of a…read moreshake in the front end. (Previous shop had about old 50 weights on the tires and attempted to purchase a $200 rotation for tires that " may be defective". )

Honest, reliable, friendly. I've never had an issue dealing with them and I have been using them…read moresince they started the business. They don't try to upsell and, as far as I can tell, their prices are not unreasonable.

I've not had my car fixed here yet but will soon. Joe is a stand up individual. His pricing is fair…read moreand he has a stellar reputation as a great mechanic. I like that he is not about price gouging. I wouldn't take my car anywhere else.

Our 2009 Mercedes Benz started making horrific noises while in Poughkeepsie on a road trip up from…read moreFL. Joe and Mainly Benz Service did an absolutely INCREDIBLE job (and at a very reasonable price) diagnosing the problem on short notice (he said "bring it over first thing tomorrow morning and we'll have a look at it!") and replacing the a/c compressor the very next day even though, understandably for such a great Mercedes Benz repair shop, there were no service appointments available for the next several weeks. In short, Joe and Mainly Benz Service came to our rescue and in a very big way (with tremendous honesty and integrity). This is a FIRST CLASS Mercedes Benz repair shop in every way that can easily rival the best Mercedes Benz dealership or service center. We only wish Joe and Mainly Benz Service had another location closer to where we live in FL because we would never go anyplace else after the terrific service we received at Mainly Benz Service!!!