Ralph and his team are always so professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. I have taken my car…read morethere a couple of times over the past years at the last minute when I had forgotten to get it inspected or when I've needed an oil change, and they were kindly able to fit me in that day or next day. The garage is nestled in Middle Village near Juniper Park. I highly recommend "Ralph's Auto Repair" if you need any mechanical help with your vehicle!

Ralph and Jason are great, honest, professional, and accommodating. I've (Mike Y) taken my two cars…read more(old CRV and Audi A4) there over the years, for inspections, check-light issues, or any other concerns, and they have always taken care of things. They answer my questions, keep me inform, and tell me exactly what the issue is. I highly recommend them. They are honest, fair price, and super reliable.

I work for the FDNY Mike takes care of me when I need my inspection on all my vehiclesread more

STAY AWAY!! This is a modern day chop shop!…read more Nobody including owner has no idea what they are doing !!! No communication ! No respect! I'll rather take it to a dealership and pay premium price. Receive your car back with a dirty stains !! Never again!! CHOP SHOP

They worked on my son's BMW & although we thought the prices were a bit high, Liz tried her best to…read morework with him & we truly appreciated this, she was super sweet & accommodating. My son said the car drives 100% better now. Thanks so much.

I used to love this place. I don't know what happened in the last few years but they charged me…read more$1,500 without even diagnosing the problem. They said they tried reaching out to me multiple times, if they did, they never left a message. I also tried calling MULTIPLE times and they would never answer. To be fair, the staff and mechanics are very nice and respectful I told them what mini said the problem probably was, and they said it was absolutely not the problem. They tried to ask me to pay over $5,000 extra to continue to "diagnose the problem" and at that point I said no. This doesn't seem right. Took the car to my aunts trustworthy mini guy, and guess what. The problem was exactly what they said it was. Just the key fob. They also checked everything that MSpec said I should get replaced, and they did it for the smallest fee. I walked out paying $500. Go to Meadowbrook Collision in Freeport for your mini. They are amazing. Mspec unfortunately lost my business, and I feel robbed. Never again.

Eddie, the owner of Spirit Auto Services is a gem. You will not find a more honest, hard working,…read moreexpert mechanic and kind person in the NYC area or anywhere for that matter. Eddie knows cars and welcomes jobs big and small. He treats his clientele like family and patiently explains car issues especially to those of us who have less experience with them. His work is more than good, his rates are very reasonable and he is as honest as the day is long. He is the rarest of finds in the competitive hustle and bustle of NY life. Cannot recommend him enough.

I went in for a last-minute oil change on a Saturday, and the team was so nice! They did the oil…read morechange pretty quickly and even fixed a leaking tire. The price was very reasonable too. If I need any service in the future, I will be back!

Best mechanic in Brooklyn & Queens. ITS A BIG STATEMMENTS BUT IT'S 100% TRUE. honestly speed,…read morereliability, unbeatable prices, and most important flexibility. If you need a mechanic who wont rip you off and is true to their word this is your place.They will work with you no matter how extensive or expensive the work is.. Keep in mind this place is in the heart both bushwick Bk-Ridgewood Qu- border so it gets crowded, best to call ahead or at least stop by to get a free estimate amd set up.a drop off day, I promise you ,you will not be disappointed.. you can even tell them Pete sent you...

It's always a good sign when you pass by a place of business and it's always full/crowded…read more Especially since there are at least 3 other auto repair shops within 1 block. K & M Auto Repair fits the bill of a great repair shop, mechanics, and customer service. I understand why everyone I asked recommended them. I found them to be knowledgeable and experienced about a variety of cars and common issues with them. I dropped off my car around 10 AM because it wouldn't start. It wasn't the battery. By 2 PM the same day, the car was diagnosed and repaired. I found them to be affordable K & M Auto Repair is now my place of choice for car repair. . Basic Information for the first time going there. * The business has 2 certifications: A.S.E. certified Technicians (master automobile technicians), A.T.T.P (Advanced Automotive Technician) * The work area is well lit and clean. * There are 4 bays. * The waiting room is comfortable. * There were signs that said it is $80 per hour for labor. ('m not sure if this is current) * They have a computerized billing system which leads me to believe they keep a record of your car repairs done there. (my opinion ) * Credit cards are accepted. I would suggest that you call and make an appointment to have your car serviced there. Leave a message if necessary. Michael will always return your call.

Performed a full inspection of the vehicle and provided full list of recommended fixes (including…read moreprices) before starting any work. Fixes were completed within a day and at agreed upon (or better prices). Owner was incredibly nice and helpful (even gave a holiday bottle of wine), can't recommend this service shop enough!

Cannot say enough good things about Steve and his mechanics. My car was broken into on Monday. The…read moreweek of Thanksgiving, they not only got my window replaced, they also spotted & repaired a major exhaust problem that could have killed me. AND they cleaned the glass out of my backseat. I've been going here for years and wouldn't dream of going anywhere else. The service is always friendly, capable, quick, and honest. Northern Brake & Auto is genuinely outstanding.

I came here with an A/C issue -- warm air, no cooling. They…read moredidn't confirm what the actual problem was but went straight to performing a refrigerant recharge for $235.86, without checking whether the system could function properly. I mentioned that the system had pressure, but no one explained that a recharge wouldn't help if the compressor wasn't working. As a customer, I didn't know the compressor status -- that's what I expected them to diagnose first. After taking payment and completing the recharge (which didn't solve the problem), they told me I had a refrigerant leak. But how was that diagnosed? With the compressor not engaging, there was no circulation, no dye test, no vacuum hold -- just a guess after the fact. They later explained that the recharge was done "to see if the compressor would engage" -- but I had already told them there was pressure in the system. Skipping basic electrical tests and charging for a recharge first is not professional diagnosis. What I received was uninformed consent: I agreed to a recharge without being told it was unlikely to help unless the compressor was working. As a customer, I relied on their expertise to guide the process -- but they failed to explain this critical limitation. I wasn't given a service report or receipt during the visit -- both were sent the next day, after I posted a review. Their mention of a refrigerant leak was never documented, and no leak detection tests were performed. It felt like an after-the-fact explanation when the recharge didn't solve the problem. Their process seems designed to create more work (and more charges) instead of solving the actual problem from the start. Rather than diagnose the issue first, they sold a service that couldn't fix the underlying fault -- leading to more expensive steps later. Professional mechanics explain what they are doing and why. In this case, I paid for a service that couldn't address the actual issue, and was told I'd need to pay again for proper diagnostics. If your A/C isn't working, ask exactly what they'll check before you agree to anything. I won't be coming back.

Recently needed a yearly maintenance for my 2010 Ford. Was recommended here by an old buddy of…read moremine. Despite fears of shady shops I dropped my car off and I was pleasantly surprised with the entire operation. The team at Essential heard all my requests and complaints with regard to the vehicle and went above and beyond. Had a CE light. cracked windshield, and a few minor work (it's a 2010!). The team not only kept me in the loop daily, they had a live web thing that showed you their progress status as well jobs done so far. Any issues that came up had clear pictures to support. Kelsey was super kind and courteous letting me know if there were any changes in status. Their projected parts delivery times were consistent. They even cleared out a rodent next that lived under my hood rent free. Their pricing falls in line with industry. Their services was definitely above industry. This shop is headed by solid people. And as a new customer it's a breath of fresh air to see. I hope to not visit mechanics shop ever again but if I have to I'm coming back to Essential Auto

An excellent experience at this shop. I have put their number on my permanent list!!…read moreAll the necessary work needed on my Jetta was done at a fair & responsible price. I wish had known about this shop years ago instead going to the VW service center in LIC.

Highly recommend German Auto Care. I brought my 2017 Porsche Macan S in for an oil change, and the…read moreexperience was excellent from start to finish. These guys are honest, knowledgeable, and professional--which is not easy to find, especially when it comes to servicing a Porsche. They took the time to explain everything clearly, used quality oil and parts, and didn't try to upsell me on unnecessary work. Just straightforward, transparent service done right. The shop clearly knows German vehicles, and it shows in the care they put into the work. Fair pricing, great communication, and genuine integrity--you can tell they take pride in what they do. If you're looking for a trustworthy place to service your Porsche (or any German car), this is it. I'll absolutely be back and will be recommending them to anyone who asks.