I bought a Jeep in Juneau, I work there and live in the lower 48. I just needed someone to do some…read morebasic stuff to it so I could get it on the ferry. I called around, most shops said no but like others this one treated me like crap on the phone and acted like it was a completely ridiculous idea that I wanted someone to work on my quote "vehicle from before the turn of the century." It's not a steam locomotive, you charge by the hour, if it's harder to work on charge more. I'm only leaving 3 stars since I didn't actually have work done by the shop so 1 feels unfair, but acting like it's hard to change the starter on a 1991 jeep Cherokee is insanity.

I call in the shop, A man named Ray picked up. I laid about 20 questions on him about a car I was…read morein the process of buying because they had done some work on it. He gave me his honest opinion about all the things I asked and I was very satisfied when the call came to an end.

James has been great. I bought a 1991 Cherokee I want to bring back to the lower 48. I'm a mechanic…read moremyself but bringing the tools necessary to Alaska with me to affect repairs was logistically unfeasible. No other shops in town would touch something so old so James to the rescue. He was willing to try old fashioned fixes rather than just throwing parts at the car which I always appreciate. In the end his prices were fairly reasonable considering it's alaska, and he got my jeep back on the road! Only downmarks at all if you can call it that is sometimes communication can be a bit slow. But know I can be an over communicator so I'll share some blame there. Overall would recommend!

- Mobile mechanic! James (the Owner and Mechanic) came right to my house to do the work- which…read moresaved me from having my vehicle towed to a shop. He was quick to diagnose the issue, found the part on the same day and had the car running within a very short window from arrival. He was a great guy, very professional and down to earth with extensive knowledge. I would call him again in a heartbeat. He was reasonable with his assessment and cost. He was very approachable and easy to communicate with. I'm thrilled with the outcome. Thank you James. M.E.

Rienhart was the only person in the area to help me with my 1980 BMW 320i…read more He is highly recommended by multiple auto people in Juneau. He gave me great advice and I was able to get my old car running again!

Fantastic group there, always honest, pleasant and knowledgeable. Great value for the work they…read moreprovide. Highly recommend

Great service and they stand behind their work. Jack and Evelyn run a tight ship. 5 stars all the…read moreway.

Love these guys. They don't overcharge like some other places in town and have saved me hundreds of…read moredollars over the years using parts that aren't upcharged just because they're name brand.

I got what I needed done well, but the communication was poor. I was told it would be done the same…read moreday but it wasn't done until the next evening. It wasn't a big deal for me because I didn't need my car but it was annoying to not know what to expect. The hours aren't always correct but using the phone number to set up an appointment works just fine. The work wasn't particularly cheap, but car stuff can be expensive so I don't think that reflects on the business.

I witnessed a woman get some gas and she put some drink cups in their garbage and the old man that…read morewas there started hollering at her to pick them out of their garbage can by the pumps. I got out of my vehicle and he told her do you think I want to dump your garbage? Do I go to your home and dump my garbage in your garbage can. I was sho led. I tried to say something because the kids in her car looked pretty scared and she was clearly as sho led as I was. He looked at me and said this isnt your business so you better shut up. I told the woman to roll her window up and ignore him. I left and did not get gas there and never will again. It's a lot different than the old owner.

I have been going to these good people for over 20 Years and I have a phd in being a cheapskate…read more They either fixed the problem or didn't charge me. I have had experience with other more highly rated yelp mechanics and would go to none of them again. Glacier m and m pays there mechanics by the hour rather than by the project so hurrying on projects is simply not encouraged.

I've had nothing but good service from Ismael at Foreign Auto. Often I don't need anything more…read morethan studded snow tires on and off (which they always do right away), but other times I have had them work on my Honda Insight, and I have always been happy with their work. If it's something they can't do or would be delayed in getting parts, they are quick to let me know that as well and make good suggestions if I am going to wait until I am down south to do it.

Brought my truck in for a waterpump replacement and got it back with a clearly broken door panel…read more Definitely not broken when I dropped it off. When I pointed this out to the owner, he pushed the broken pieces back into place, and told me "it's fine". At this point, unbidden the mechanic some over and said, "I didn't do that". I said ok but it wasn't broke when I dropped it off, and the owner told me to go to hell. I said I wouldn't be back, he said fuck you, he would write my name down so I couldn't come back. After just dropping 570 on a water pump. Easy as an apology and I would have been fine. What incredibly bad service.

Samantha was wonderful tonwork with and the shop fellas were kind and polite when I needed to get a…read moremisplaced item from my vehicle while in service. I'd recommend them 100%, but I hope to never need their services again (unless for happy circumstances)

I took the car in for an estimate in May, and they said that they ordered the parts the first week…read moreof June. It is now mid-August and they can't even give me an estimate of when the car will be repaired. Emails and texts go unanswered, and the person answering the phone provides a different excuse every time I call. In the meantime, my wife's car got a broken tail light assembly last month. I ordered the replacement parts through the local dealer and got the parts 12 days later. I got her car fixed in under two weeks, but my car is still waiting on parts 3 months later.

One of the most fun things to me is to visit Costco stores wherever I visit. I know that sounds…read moreweird, but each store has a section that stocks items that are unique to the area. This location in Juneau, Alaska is supposedly "the world's smallest Costco," and I have no reason to doubt that claim. This is a compact yet fully stocked warehouse that's a blast to browse! The parking lot is small, and the store is located off the main drag. there's a spectacular towering mountain as a backdrop. This Costco is tiny but has everything you may need. Note that prices, especially on produce, are a lot higher than you'd expect back home. For example, we regularly buy the huge bags of fresh oranges in Las Vegas for $8 a bag. Here, they cost $11. But it's a landlocked Alaskan town, so that's to be expected. I got a kick out of the Alaska-specific items on offer, like value packs of bear spray and clam guns. They sell a lot of gear that's useful for campers and people going fishing, too. There are even crab traps for sale! This location has a very tiny snack bar that's extremely popular with the locals. And yes, their famous hot dog still costs $1.50 here. Note that this location does NOT have a fuel center. They DO utilize the new scanner machines at the door, so you can easily use the electronic version of your membership card on your phone for easy and quick access (in case you forgot to bring your physical, plastic membership card). If you're looking for some retail entertainment, check out the Juneau Costco.

Love the Costco Juneau location. It's a bit out of town for cruise passengers but there's a city…read morebus that goes near it. I found fantastic bargains here and some much needed snacks -since cruise ships never seem to put out potato chips.