Amazing tire experience on May 8. The car was over 40k miles, one our tires had a nail in the sidewall. I suspected we needed all new tires and upon speaking to the clerk he gave me all sorts of tire info verbally. When we inspected the tires together it was confirmed. I really appreciated the great service, and it was very fast. New tires installed, they issued a balanced tire report to me. And I'm delighted with everything. Thanks Pep Boys read more

Pep Boys - Get your Lyft inspection elsewhere! - Oil Change Stations Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I have been going to this Pep Boys in Portage Park for a couple of years now. I would say that the customer service especially Raul and Jose are very courteous and helpful. They always explain to me in detail what service I may need and never begin the work without contacting me and giving me a price beforehand. The service has been completed overall the time they have said, and if not they call me to let me know why it may take a little longer, and it's usually because the part that is needed is not at the shop, but they make every effort to get it there within a day. I get my oil change there regularly, and have had the brakes done and it's never been a problem. Plus when I need air in my tires they never hesitate to put air in my tires. read more

Over a week ago, I requested an appointment because the A/C in my car went out. All seemed smooth when Raul (the manager) checked me in. He didn't say much but I was monitoring progress through a link they sent you. Around 5:30-6 pm that night I realized no one had called me to provide an estimate. When I called, they told me it wasn't even looked at and the A/C technician can't look at it until the next week. Raul didn't communicate any of this. Jose (the assistant manager) worked with me from that point providing solutions and working towards getting my car repair. Jose really was helpful, thoughtful, and solutions oriented. They ended up working with me to get my car to the Skokie location for the repair (will review that location separately). Jose kept me updated and followed through consistently. I believe this location can definitely be more stars but my experience didn't warrant that. Problem one is that if the only appointment system is not reliable or accurate for consumers, fix it or stop using it. Problem two is that Raul, the manager, didn't communicate any expectations despite knowing they didn't have a technician to do the work quickly. Problem three they had another employee call me with an estimate that was incorrect even though the machine to assess my A/C needed repair. Right now, Jose is the highlight and really worked hard to make this situation right. Thank you. read more

I had a great experience at this location! Raul went above and beyond to help identify and fix all the issues with my vehicle so that I was able to take it home that same day! Thank you for all your help! read more

Went in today for new tires! Raul was quick and super helpful. He called me in a timely manner to pick up my car. He also completed a vehicle inspection for me. I have been in need of new tires on my Honda CRV for the last couple months. $800 for 4 new tires is a great deal. I was originally going to go to Costco but they didn't have any open appointments. This was way better and I will make sure to come here the next time as well. Thank you Raul! read more

Jose for one a great customer service. A friend from out of town was visit in Chicago. Her car broke down. I met up with her and went to Pep Boys. We had to replace the battery. Their service was closed, but Jose helped us out. It was amazing Customer Service. read more

Very helpful and great service! Jose and Johnny are knowledgeable and efficient in their service. These are my go to guys from now on. Excellent servicio! José y Johnny tienen mucho conocimiento y saben lo que hacen. Se los recomiendo! read more

I went in there looking for some advice on a pretty unique situation. Right away I was greeted by Jose Catano. He knew by my explanation it was not something they were able to provide services for. I wanted advice and some eyes from a professional as he surely was. He walked out with me and not only gave me advice on the problem I came with but, he also pointed out something else that should take priority over my problem. I will surely be bringing my business to him as he was genuine and real with me. He also came up with very viable options. Thank you Catano I can't express my appreciation enough. read more

Went in to replace burnt out headlight, month later other headlight goes out and they told me they only replace one bulb for $107

Raul went above and beyond (in my humble opinion) when I needed a flat patched/repaired recently. I had a gnarly puncture in my tread - and despite the tire being under warranty (aka, free fix at my dealership) - I needed a fix, fast. I made an 8:30 a.m. appointment but got there early and Raul immediately got to work. Not only did he repair my tire within 35 minutes, but he also deflated my spare and put everything - including the tools that come with my car - away where they are supposed to be. I did not expect this; I assumed my tire would be repaired and the spare thrown in the back with a goodbye wave of the hand. The time and money I saved by going to Pep Boys (and having Raul help me out,) was invaluable. Thank you, Raul!! (Oh. And the puncture? A 5" bolt with two gauged wires coming out from the bolt head. Thanks, Chicago, for your utility work around Jefferson Park lately. Not only has it caused personal property damage, but it's been a nightmare for rush-hour traffic.) read more

It's early on a Sunday. My coffee hasn't kicked in yet. Im in a bad mood. Jose turned all that around. He welcomed me in the parking lot. Knew who I was by my car. Opened the door for me. Offered to jump start my car to get it from the parking lot to get into the garage (i'm here to get my battery replaced). The warm vibe just turned my day around. read more

STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE! About a week ago I took one of my car to change a tired Two days after,driving normal on the freeway my tired blow out making loose the control of my car and crashed on the barrier of the freeway 2 of my workers including me got injured,luckily we still alive but I lost my car this was last Friday 5 days after and I still have problems to recover, i call the same day this place and ask for the manager they told me that there's was nothing that they can do there is no refund or warranty totally Bs place If you appreciate your life Don't spend a penny in this place I'm pretty sure they put too much air on the tire or their quality is suck or maybe it was a old tire since my car used commercial tires and not many places have ready -5 stars read more

Pep Boys - Oil Change Stations Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

See all

Do not come here The last time I come to this place. They took my battery, replaced it with a smaller one and denied they did anything to the car. First of all, I usually give great reviews or try anyway. but when the service us that poor then I also like to share. I visited on Sunday 21 2021 around 1230pm and Ralph at the front desk was working. My sister and mother bought a battery on the Elston Ave store and two weeks ago they brought it to this place since it is closer to their home. A guy by the name Roberto or something as such did not treat them kindly and said he would exchange the batter since it had the warranty but when I saw them this week I went with them back to the store and I know she bought a Champion battery with 625cc and they installed a Super Start Extreme with 340cc. So I when we got there Ralph said, without looking or knowing what we bought, said he would install what the manufacturer recommended. I told him Pep Boys sold us the previous batter that had the higher cc so he said just leave the car and he would change it. So I went home thinking he would do the right thing but when I called my mother later during the day, she said that Ralph did not change the battery , that the previous guy did not work there any longer and they wouldn't have given her the battery she had. So two weeks ago, they took the old battery and replaced it with a smaller one, did not give my mother a receipt and this time they said the guy does not work there any longer and refused to put back the old battery. I unfortunately do not live with my mother, she is over 70 years old and this place is the last place I would recommend. Save your money and try somewhere else. I just sent over the info to Pepboys. read more

Pep Boys - they installed this battery and took The Champion battery off - Oil Change Stations Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

See all

I understand that many business are adjusting certain things under the pretense of COVID-19. However, my issue is with the wait time here. I scheduled an appointment according to their Covid-19 procedures to have some wheels and tires mounted, balanced and aligned. It was for 2:30pm on Wednesday, December 23rd. I arrived early so they could sort out costs and everything like costs and what not (which I can say they are very fairly priced but don't seem to have a good organization system because they couldn't find some of the things that had been shipped to them for the install). I handed them my keys and decided to wait it out at the facility because the clerk said they'd get right on it. This was definitely untrue. I sat for a while and decided to go and do some shopping while I waited. I gave my number and told them to give me a call and I would rush right back over. I was gone for an hour and came back. My car was still sitting in the same spot I pulled into - with no work done. I think "that's odd" and continue to wait with no complaint. My vehicle didn't get pulled in to have work started on it until a little before 5pm. More then 2 hours after my "appointment" was scheduled. It would have been different if it just took them a long time with the work. But to have me schedule an appointment and not even start for over two hours after is just ridiculous. If they didn't have the time, I would have gladly taken another appointment spot. The prices are enticing and I had even considered getting my oil change done here. But after waiting that long, with an appointment, I do not plan on coming back. read more

The first mistake was purchasing a set of tires years ago with the option which costs extra for lifetime tire rotation. Try to get your tires rotated. They will want you to leave your car from 2-8 hours for something that takes 10 minutes. This is the worst of the worst. Dirty facilities, disorganized, with zero customer service. read more

Pep boys is the best .. Nothing but the best Customer service. Portage Park . The Manager Raul multitasker works both ends of the Establishment . I hate to hear a noise w my car . He explained what was needed . And then I took care of all my car's needs. The staff is so accommodating and Respectful . I will only bring my car to them . I guess there is no price on love . I have been enjoying the beautiful weather today my car is brand new again . And you can't beat the prices .. AMAZING.. I HAVE DONE IT ALL FROM STRUTS TO TIRES . YOU NAME IT .. PLUS WHO WANTS A CAR NOTE. NOT ME .. THANK YOU ALL FOR THE KIND AND FRIENDLY & INEXPENSIVE SERVICE.!! PEP BOYS YOU ROCK.. THANK YOU THANK YOU AND THANK YOU. read more

EDIT: corporate pep boys is awful to work with as well. I was told I would be receiving a check with my refund in a week on December 10. I've had to file a BBB complaint against the company. This place will charge you for services that you won't receive. Be careful!!!!! Be careful getting regularly scheduled maintenance on your car done here. In February 2020, I came to this location for an oil change, new air filters, tire rotation, break fluid flush/change. I left thinking my car was up to date on maintenance, until this week. I went to another auto shop because it was closer to my apartment and while they were performing an oil change, they tested my break fluid and noticed it was really corroded. They checked the Car Fax report and it said I received a break fluid flush/change in February 2020. The guy at the shop was like, for only getting this done 10 months ago and for only putting 4,000 miles on your car since your last maintenance check, your break fluid should NOT look this corroded. He tested the fluid again and it still came back corroded. Giving this location the benefit of the doubt, I called to confirm I was charged. Maybe my Car Fax report had a mistake. But when the manager confirmed I was in fact charged for it, I was really upset. I've spent hundreds of dollars at Pep Boys the past couple years. This kind of service is unacceptable. After I received my oil change, I took my car back to this location where the manager tested my break fluid and he tried to convince me that my break fluid was changed. As you can see by the test attached to this review, it was not. This was the test strip from this location. I told the manager I don't trust anyone at your location working on my car and left. I tried calling customer service and wasn't able to get ahold of anyone. I requested a call back due to long wait times and never received a call. At this point, I just want my money back. read more

Pep Boys - I was charged for a service i didn't receive and my car fax report is proof. - Oil Change Stations Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

See all

Came in with a flat tire. Fast and friendly service. Didn't try to upsell me on unnecessary add-ons.

This place is an absolute life saver. I came in as an emergency with my engine splash dragging on the floor sounding absolutely horrible. I was helped right away by the most humble man ever! Fixed my engine splash, And I was able to get home safe. read more

Looked online, came in, great reliable service honest mechanics Jose C. And his colleagues are awesome guys... busy shop because they are good, quality works!!!! Great pricing and location for me is great, services and products are reliable and warranties overall 10 stars for me. read more

Got a flat tire on the way home from work. After a miserable experience with getting towed, I called ahead to let them know I was coming, even though I knew it would be close to the time they closed. I spoke with Raul, and he told me they would take care of it as soon as I got there. My car was finally dropped off at 6:30pm. I had thought I'd have to wait until the morning, but Raul and the tech said to hang around to see if they could fix it quickly. They did and even stayed late to do so. That is true customer service that you don't see nowadays, especially post Covid. I'm going to be honest, after first reading the reviews on here, I was very skeptical about the level of service I would receive. After leaving, I could not have made a better choice. Their professionalism, speed, and courtesy given the situation could not have been better!! Thank you, Raul and to the tech. You were the bright spot in a pretty crappy day. read more

I was coming here to the Milwaukee Ave. Pep Boys for a few years but now looking for a mechanic that actually knows how to diagnose a car. All they know how to do here is read engine light codes. My car (2011 Crown Victoria) suddenly stopped accelerating over 20ish mph in D, I got to my appointment tonight by driving in 2nd gear.  But the engine light hasn't come on for this problem, so they refused service and sent me away.  The guy (Raoul?) told me to drive around in D until a light comes on or he couldn't do a thing.  I told him I felt unsafe and had already driven around like this in D plenty, and got back to Chicago from out of town in 2nd gear, and he basically shrugged his shoulders.  Tonight I did what he said and drove around in D, I got honked at for the slow speed while feeling unsafe.  It was pointless. Besides that: there was no point in even making an appointment, they don't read them whatsoever. They could have told me in advance I would be sent away. Their lot was busy, that must mean they stop caring and tell you to continue driving an unsafe car. read more

I've been coming here for a few years for punctured tires and general tune ups. The service has always been timely and reasonably priced. I recently came in with a punctured tire and the crew at Pep Boys fixed it for no charge. Thank you! read more

Our car broke down in the evening and it would not start after running an errand. The lights and radio worked and we were unable to jump the car. We had the car towed to Pep Boys after they were closed. We put the car keys in the drop box in their envelope after filling out the envelope with detailed information. They called early in the morning to say they are looking at the car. They called not too long after and said we just needed a new battery and were able to install it really quickly and was ready in the afternoon. read more

I can't even rate the poorest of service I received from this company. I bought a tire 2months ago that got a bubble and then went completely flat. Thanking my heavenly father I was not enroute to anywhere at this time. They charged the second time for a new tire which was under warranty. I am absolutely dissatisfied with their handling of the situation. The time I haven't been able to travel to my business to the tow truck showing up 3 hours after alloted time n then leaving. 1 of the most unprofessional unservice I've ever experienced. Never again!!!!! read more

The most honest and straightforward mechanic I've ever worked with. HIGHLY recommend!

I setup an appointment for a tire balance 48 hours in advance via the Pep Boys website. I come to the appointment, give the assistant manager named Ralph at the front desk my name/keys and tell him I'm here for a tire balance on my front two tires. I take a seat in the waiting area (which is in back, it's completely empty, and you can't see the parking lot or garage workers from it). A full hour passes, I get up and walk back to the front desk and ask the man, "Any updates?" he rudely replies "I have no idea." I give him a look that says 'Can you find out...' He tells me he's really busy doing something on the computer. I walk out to the parking lot and notice that my car hasn't moved. A few minutes pass and he gets off the computer and walks into the garage area and starts talking to a tech about another car. He comes back to the front desk and says, 'Yeah, they haven't even started on yours.' I tell him 'I've been here an hour and I had an appointment' He then defensively says, 'I communicated with you that we were delayed.' Which he didn't! I called out his BS, he got upset, and then I asked for my keys back. I will never return. read more

You tell me if you would come here again: I called at 8:15 in the morning speak to the manager he tells me the entire day is open I can get it done in a couple hours. I tell him I have a ram 2500 he says OK. I tell him great I'll be in at 9:30. I take the day off work. I get there on time they tell me 11 o'clock pick up. I come back at 11 they tell me "oh that's what we're going to start it." At this point they tell me we're really busy we'll have it done by 4 o'clock. I call at 3:30, they say we're halfway done with it. Literally tell me they're more than halfway done with it. I come back at 4 o'clock on time and they haven't even started the vehicles work. **cking ***holes. read more

Raul, and his team helped me get my car running on a Sunday at 9am, in a blizzard, when I needed to get to the hospital to see my newborn in the NICU. What else could I possibly ask for. Thank you! read more

I had used this Pep Boys quite a while ago in the past....2009 to 2014 and I always had a good experience with them. I got my oil changed there and even had a radiator replaced. They were always honest and reasonably priced in my opinion. In 2014 I moved about 6 miles away but I went here because it was a Saturday and they were to only place with openings. My brake light came on just as I was getting ready to head out for 7 hour road trip. It turns out that one of my rear brakes was leaking brake fluid and the caliper needed to replaced. When the guy called me with the estimate I couldn't believe my ears....$900 and some change. I wound up getting my car and taking it to a mom & pop place down the street where they charged me $275 for one side only. The guy at Pep Boys tried to convince me that they had to repair both rear brakes. But as far as I know, that's optional. The only time you really need to do both brakes at the same time is when it's the front brakes. And even then, it should be no more than $500 or so. And when I picked up my car, not a word, just attitude, as he slid my key across the counter. This Pep Boys was descent with replacing my battery in previous years and also with giving me a tow. They are good for oil changes. But they will try to rip you off big time when it comes to brakes. read more

I've gotten okay quality service for an okay price here for years, but both times I've come in during the pandemic, the guy behind the counter wasn't wearing a mask. It might be around his chin or hooked over one ear, but he's never actually wearing it. I'm not putting my health at risk for mediocre service. read more

Made an appointment for an oil change for 8:00am (first appointment of the day) - waited until 8:30 for them to take me, only after I had to ask what was going on. Then was charged $77 for an oil change! My dealership was cheaper! The guy at the desk did not care at all when I asked what was taking so long after seeing multiple people get taken before me. Terrible experience I'll never go back. read more

Jose was awesome and he help me out. The service was top notch and surprisingly the price were great too. I definitely will go back and refer them. read more

Went in for Lyft inspection. The inspection was very thorough with the technician pointing out some things I wasn't aware of. My plan was to get new tires in the spring. I bought my vehicle used from a woman who didn't drive much. Age wise they were five years old,but showing wear from dryness failure. Large cracks, inability to maintain air pressure. Alex Diaz , was very helpful in selecting suitable tires. Although it was late in the afternoon, the tires went on within an hour. Thank you very much! Ps. Alex let me know when you need a sitter. read more

I'm a old employee of this location and let me tell you this place is the worst auto shop I've been to in my 5 years of experience they also always break something my buddy took in his car to get tires mounted and balanced and some how only these idiots can manage breaking the door so it can't close then deny they did it!! Or another buddy brought his car in and needed a fuel pump car would not start you bet they sold him everything except what he needed he paid 1,500$ and got back a car that doesn't start what a scam read more

Never under any circumstance let these people touch your car. They thought because I was a girl that I didn't know anything about the brake job they screwed up. I don't know how the manager George sleeps at night. Sent me home with a dangerous car and was sweet enough to tell me that I also needed an $1800.00 suspension job which I didn't. Buyer beware! I did contact the manager, corporate, and anyone else who would take my call promising me a rebate. A year later..... nothing! read more

They not trying to help your problem , they trying to take your money , bad serves I will advise anyone will go there you not going to be happy read more

My tire had gone flat and I wasn't sure why. Pep Boys discovered it was an issue with the valve being loose, so they fixed that without having to replace the tire. When I came to pick it up, Ralph said it was free of charge! I couldn't believe it, and it was very nice of them. Of course I will go there again for tires and any other auto needs. Thanks so much! read more

The men at this Milwaukee location were extremely kind and patient with my elderly mother. Thank you so much!!! This will be the pep boys we continue to give out business to. read more

Ralph Lombardi was helpful answered all of our questions!! Im very please with the costumer service. Recommend walk inn for appointment!! Took in 2 vechiles for tires change all work out well!! read more