Been using Fred's garage for almost 12 years now since a friend recommended them. Have never had…read moreany questions about the quality of work or the communication about what was needed or what it may cost. They have always saved me countless dollars with great work at a great price. Don't want to recommend to much cuz they are already busy but they are worth the wait for being a trusted group of mechanics. Mike S

I've been taking my vehicles here for over 10yrs. What I liked most is what many have said in the…read morereviews. They seemed trustworthy and honest. I sent my wife and daughter both alone to the shop. They didn't try to over sell or provide services that were needed. They communicated well before they did the work so you knew exactly what they were doing and how much it would cost before they started and finished. These last few visits hasn't been that great. This last visit was my last. Took a 2011 vehicle with 150k for a tuneup, transmission flush and to check exhaust and headlights. We had to call them and We were told we needed an O2 sensor, front rotors, rear brakes and something else. Fine. (No price) Had car for 2 days no follow up. We Called on Friday no total provided didn't tell us what was done or not. They finally called back and said what was done with a total of 1k. They didn't do tuneup or transmission flush. The reason I was told that the tuneup couldn't be completed was because I needed rear brakes. The reason they said they couldn't do the flush was because I needed a valve. All of this they could have told me on Thursday since that was the primary reason we brought the car in for. They charged me for a light repair. Front Rotors O2 sensor and an exhaust weld. Disappointing, because I really use to like coming to this place with the exception of these last few years. Unfortunately writing a review and no longer supporting this business is the only way that I can deal with this bad experience, but I'm sure they will be fine without my business.

This is my second time bringing my car in for repair. Service is always great Don and his team…read morereally know their stuff. I brought my car in the first time for breaks. And this time I brought my car in for an oil change and I had a problem with my car making noise they looked it over but didn't find anything wrong. However they did tell me that I needed tires so I ended up getting my oil change and four tires at a reasonable price better than if I had gone to a Sam's Club or Costco to get tires.They mounted them balanced and did everything they needed to do. I will not be taking my car back to the dealership if I need any work done on my car I will definitely bring it back to Prince Auto . The service was quick they didn't try to upsell me and tell me things are wrong with my car like they do at the dealership to get more money. If you're looking for an honest repairman that's not going to try to get more money from you for car repair and that is reasonable Prince Tire and Auto is your place. Don is the owner and his son works there as well. Give them a chance you won't regret it.

Well unfortunately I have to rate this locally owned establishment a failure…read more I had high hopes for this place. Yesterday I called to inquire about a tire plug/patch as well as an oil change and they were awesome over the telephone. They quoted me a reasonable price, and asked if I could have my vehicle there by 0800, because they can get me in and out fast. In return, due to my work schedule I told the gentleman that I wouldn't be able to make it in until around 0900ish, which he informed me that was fine it just might be a longer wait. They took my name down, and scheduled me. Well, this morning I got off work, and showed up to this place slightly around 0930, walked in, and met with the gentleman at the front desk, checked in, and the gentleman behind the glass in the room, cut my conversation off I was having with the front desk, and told me their booked up now so it will be a while. After being interrupted, I ascertained about the turnaround time, and he told me Monday. Keep in mind, originally it was only going to be a slightly longer wait for being there around 0900, and all I was getting done was a simple tire plug/patch and oil change. So how does one tell me over the phone a slightly longer wait to now a three day turnaround??? Fri-Mon. Needless to say, they didn't want the business, I tried to support a local shop. So I just took my vehicle to GoodYear, and was in and out within an hour. Plus awesome coupons to go with my purchase. Sad, and I wouldn't recommend. Perhaps allowing your front desk staff to do their jobs without you interjecting would've been more understandable.

Best Tires around! Good prices!! Get your Fix!!…read more I highly recommend this spot more affordable & close to, does better work than GoodYear and they will get you right when you most need it.! Stop in Today!!!

Been going there for years. Just needed tires mounted, 60 dollars…read more Then the additional charges came regarding cleaning the rims, 240 dollars. Felt ripped off. This is a shady place but they work fast. Be careful of their floating price system.

This location can be hit or miss. You might wait for 2 minutes or 30. At times it seems like they…read moreneed more people while others one is plenty. Today they deserve 5 stars and beyond. Craig and his staff were installing tires for me. Everything went as planned in a reasonable amount of time. As I'm about to leave, a lady stops me in the parking lot and asks if I can help. I figured she needed help loading groceries but I discovered an elderly gentleman on the ground trying to hold himself up with a door handle. I tried lifting him up but he couldnt stand on his own sadly. Figuring I would hurt him or both of us, I went to the auto center and asked for help. Craig and another service member sprung into action with a few other people in the auto center and were able to help the person into a wheelchair. It was one of those "restore your faith in humanity" moments that we don't see all that often. I doubt Craig and the other person will ever be acknowledged for the great way they helped in this situation but they deserve to be, along eith everyone else who helped in the situation.

I've always heard Costco is the place to go for tires and being a novice to getting new tires I…read moredidn't know what to expect. There are a few Costco's in the area. This isn't my favorite location from the city has I have to drive through tolls but ordering the tires was easy enough. You have to know your tire size and you order them online to have them delivered to your chosen location. The tire center won't make orders over the phone. You have to either come in or do it online. I got my Bridgestone Weatherpeake tires for $750+ all in including instal. I also learned you get free tire rotations for the life of the tire which is amazing. I went on a Sunday as I heard it was the least busy. I took and hour and a half for instal.

I have been going here since I moved to the area @ 15 years ago. They have taken care of all of my…read morecars with great care and professionalism. Ryan and Andrew have always been very nice, honest, to the point and will always tell me if I need something or if I don't need something. Always fair pricing and cheaper than the dealer of course! I love these guys like family!

Superb value and expert troubleshooting! The team will definitely figure out the most elusive…read moresymptoms and recommend the right fix the first time. We recently moved to the area 2 years ago and were drawn here based on their local award winning "best of Pasadena" service reputation. That award is well deserved and we always bring our cars here for service of all kinds. I am a systems engineer by training and these guys "speak my language"! We have two VWs that are 10 years old and thanks to the Chesapeake Car Care team we expect another 10 years from these cars minimum! I have detected a pattern on the handful of one-star ratings here that are artificially driving down their Yelp score--someone with a beef (I am guessing a competitor who is unhappy they keep winning the Best of Pasadena award) asked a few of their friends to post a bunch of hyperbolic 1-star reviews--I notice that for each of these likely fake reviews the person has only ever submitted ONE review to Yelp ever--one guy even claims they forgot to put his oil filter on and it ruined his car--total nonsense. Bottom Line: These guys are awesome!

Absolute is ABSOLUTELY AWESOME! Matt and crew looked out for our 2004 Beetle Convertible and…read moreinstalled a new car stereo and subwoofers. The quality of their work is 100% professional all the while being mindful of the customer! I highly recommend this store to anyone needing car sounds or alarms!

This is one of the worst customer experiences I have ever had. I took them a heavily modified Jeep…read morethat had some sketchy "DIY" wiring work from the previous owner. In the appointment I made with the owner Matt O'Bryan I asked for an assessment of all the work needed to make it right. The deal was to assess the truck and help me make a plan of corrective actions. When the tech called me he had not looked at half the things that I specifically asked to be addressed and seemed unable to answer basic questions about the work that was needed. I pressed him about each of the issues that Matt said they would assess and his answers clearly indicated he did not check them or could not understand the basic functions (eg: "I don't get the menus on that stereo, I don't know how to get the back up camera on."). At that point I realized this shop was incapable of the work I needed and told the tech I would come by and get the Jeep. When I arrived, I was greeted by a very belligerent Matt raising his voice and cussing about "the way I spoke to his tech". The questions I asked were specific to the work I had brought the truck in for, and while the tech was clearly embarrassed by his inability to address them, nothing warranted the belligerent response. He threw my keys at me, launched into a string of profanities as I started toward the door. As I got the door half open he started around the counter, screaming threats of violence. (It is amusing how some men "get tough" when someone is walking out the door. I closed the door and advised him to make his next decisions very carefully, to which he began yelling that he wasn't scared of some "faggot military guy" (I'm a 56 year old retiree wearing a flight jacket). Luckily, he chose to disengage and as I walked to my truck he continued yelling about my "faggot Jeep that looks like Micky Mouse worked on it". Ironically, that was precisely the work I was prepared to spend thousands of dollars to correct at Absolute Style and Sound. Whatever is going on at this shop makes it a dangerous place to take your business.

I needed to get my tire plugged up because it's Baltimore so ..NAILS all over the place (as though…read morethey're constantly Building something). Anyway I called them and asked it they had a used tire for me but ended up just needing a plug. I got a plug and some air in all tires for $20. Their prices on tires are reasonable as well

My two front tires were literally on its last thread, sometimes why do i do that lol. I also didnt…read morewant to spend $250 on brand new ones, so off i went bargain shopping. They initially brought the first used tire, didnt like it. The second was better, a Goodyear brand, and the third a Continental looked like trash. I settled on the Goodyear for $100 including install. So far, so good. Car runs well. I was in and out within 20mins. They do have brand new tires if you don't want to go the used tire route. I am usually on the move so the quick in and out worked well for me, if you are pressed for time.

This is what happen to my car 3 days after being serviced from this place. Driving through the…read moreharbor tunnel and my tire flies off. This is after they didn't tell me that they had to keep my car overnight and just closed up shop with my car inside. Do not go to this place! They put my life in danger!

BUYERSBEWAREBUYERSBEWAREBUYERSBEWARE!!!…read more Go ahead and drive a lil bit further (10ish mins) to K & K Tires instead! K & K Tires is located at 823 Fairview Ave, Linthicum Heights, MD. ---- Last night (6/15) my front left (driver's side) tire had a hole in it and I had to pull over to a 7/11 in Glen Burnie to get air. The air wouldn't keep. I checked my other tires and noticed I had a bubble and gash in my front right tire as well. I couldn't drive home. It was late. I called multiple tire shops that were open, they couldn't help. I was able to speak to a Mobile Tire Service who said he could swap out the tires for me first thing in the morning so I had to lyft home and leave the car overnight. The next morning (6/16 == today), my mobile service tech picked up [what was supposed to be] two 235 tires from Gillies. We wanted to put a slightly wider tire on for both of the fronts (recommended is 225). I met the tech at 7/11 he put the two tires on and I asked him where he got them from because my back tires were closed to being bald as well. He said Gillie's. So I got the address and immediately went to Gillie's. I noticed my car was making a noise and wasn't driving like normal but I'm think it's just the new width of [what was supposed to be] the two 235 front tires. I pulled up to Gillie's trying to get back tires to replace the back tires. The service guy/worker (who actually sold the tires to my mobile guy) told me he didn't have them (the back tires) in stock and also that my car was staggering down the road/limping. Still unbeknownst to me that we (I and/ the mobile tire service guy) were sold two different sized front tires from Gillies, I went to three other tire places who didn't have the size of the back tires. I ended up finding K & K Tires this morning (thank god) trying to get the back tires replaced (which they had in stock), however, when I got there their mechanics were telling me that they couldn't change the backs cause the fronts were not even the same size. I ended up having them change the front two tires to the SAME/matching size. I was already seriously late for work so I had to go to work but I contacted the mobile tire repair guy to contact Gillie's while I was at work because I couldn't have my phone. He contacted them and told me to go back after work so they can fix everything. After work (within the last hour), I drove to Gillie's and was immediately met by the serviceman who told me earlier that my car was staggering, and he told me that he already knows what I'm here for (he got the call) and that he was going to get the manager, "Gillie". Gillie, instead of coming outside to speak to me directly, kept relaying messages to his employee and also my mobile tire repair guy (who I was on the phone with trying to get this resolved). Back and forth back and forth. I was waiting outside for 30 mins before I told my mobile service guy to call Gillie and tell him to come outside to speak to me because Gillie didn't want to fix the issue that they caused. My whole transmission could've went bad as the tires were different sizes and I have an all-wheel drive sports sedan. Gillie finally came outside trying to belittle me telling me "I don't know cars", "he was on the phone w/ the mobile tire repair guy when he was changing my tires" and a bunch of other lies. Definitely lying about being on the phone w/ the mobile service guy because I was right next to him as he was putting on the tires. At this point, it's a scene, there's other patrons there witnessing everything. Gillie wanted to just give me two 235 tires (which was supposed to had be the case in the first place), which wouldn't have fixed the situation as K & K Tires properly put two matching front tires on so I wouldn't ruin my transmission as I have to drive a lot of miles across the DMV. Gillie told me "it's on me if I want to make a bad review". Gillie would rather risk the reputation of his business than to make things right by his customer. PLEASE GO TO K & K Tires not too far from here if you value your vehicle and safety!!!!!!!!!!!!! The location (for my account) says SanFran (account defaulted to that) but this is for the "business" located at 4904 Ritchie Hwy, Baltimore, MD 21225 (it may say Brooklyn, MD in some places/websites online).