When your car has a transmission problem and near Longmont CO, go to Zach's. DON'T GO ANYWHERE…read moreincluding your dealer! Here's my story: My Honda Accord had a transmission leak and I was referred to AAMCO Transmission. After they found the leak and guaranteed the fix, it turned out it's not fixed after a 10 minutes test drive. I went back a week later. They said somewhere else was leaking and only the dealer could fix it. When I asked about the guarantee and wanted my money back, they refused saying they fixed what they found and this is something else. So I went to Frontier Honda. They said it's caused by several seals. It cost me $369.21. After I went home, I found it's leaking again on the other side of the the car where it wasn't leaking before. It leaked even worse. Then, I went back. They checked and said it's caused by the the washers of Benjo Jolt, which is right under the actual leaking spot and was part of the service at AMMCO. It cost me $69.40 to replace two washers. When I got home, it's still leaking. On the 3rd visit, they sprayed some powder on the case and kept the car running for two hours. Then, came back to me saying that the case has cracks. It's not fixable and needs to be replaced by a new one, which costs around $4500.00. I didn't have them fix it because the cost is as much as the value of the car. Recently, when I was selling my car, I was referred to to Zach's for a free diagnoses. This time, they found the true leak spot. They show it to me and I saw the oil coming out from the top of the the case in between the case gasket. When the oil streams down, it could drip down to anywhere which could easily lead a technician to work on any wrong parts. The case has no cracks and it only needs to replace the gasket in the middle. Shops like AAMCO and Frontier Honda truly know how to deal with you so that you're not their problem any more. They're not responsible for their work. If they run a 10 minutes road test, they would have found the problem was not fixed. BIG REMINDER: Always pay with credit car, if you're not satisfied with the service, call your credit car company to dispute the charge. Even you couldn't get the money back, it will increase the fee for the merchant eventually.

Had an excellent experience with Zach's transmission about 9 months ago, just getting to the review…read morenow. My 2016 F150's transmission quickly went haywire (sticking in one gear, refusing to reset gears until I turned the truck off then back on, this would happen about 3x a week) I took it to Ford where they recommended changing transmission fluid ($800 later) and once that didn't work they said it's ~$9.5k for a new transmission. Took it to another "recommended" shop where they said I needed a new transmission, quoted at ~$8k Refused to believe that was the case Zach's came recommended by another shop I called. Spoke directly with Zach on the phone (he's hilarious), took it into his shop and determined it was a solenoid valve issue with was solved for ~$1.7k, which is immensely better than a new $8-9k transmission. His shop's expertise on transmissions allowed him to identify a specific issue instead of lazily (like other shops did) throwing up hands going "you need a whole new transmission". Even after I picked it up & fully paid, he called me back 2 days later because he was losing sleep that he may/may not have tightened like 1 bolt (I brought I back and we were all good after he took a look) - he has pride in his work and wants to do a quality job. It's been 9months later and my transmission is perfect. I recommend them to everyone I speak to, and won't be going anywhere else for my transmission needs.

I couldn't have asked for better service here. They're honest and walk you through what's going on…read moreif you need it to be broken down. Prices are competitive because they're good and know what they're doing. I understand why they're the highest rated auto shop in Longmont! Will be trusted to do business here again with our other vehicles-- thank you again for taking care of our Bronco!

These. Guys were great. Took my sercice request and diagnosed my vehicle out in no time. Honest and…read moregood value. Highly recommend!

I have always had these guys work on my cars over the years. They have always been straight with me…read moreand only perform work that is necessary. Honest and friendly. I cant say this about most places Ive been to!

Great service. Employees were all very nice. Went here to…read morebuy a new battery for my car. Offer good prices.

Amazing quality of service, great value, and is able to solve all our vehicle problems! Clean…read morewaiting room, excellent service, best in town!

Went in with burnt transmission issue. Figured needed to perform a R&R. Diagnosed, decided to flush…read moretranny and replace filter. Runs great, better than ever. Saved me $5K.

Hands down, the most honest, dependable and trustworthy auto repair shop anywhere. Seriously, Mark,…read moreFrank & Co. are as good as it gets. They have no interest in trying to force the highest $ repairs on you - they give you options and tell you what you *truly* need, which is always well below the most expensive option. I take all my hoopties to these guys and have done for years. Their work is top notch all the way. Never one issue - not one! They are great guys who explain the issue to you and lend expert guidance. Shop local - shop Auto Sport!

I just picked up my Jeep Grand Cherokee from Autosport after the Check Engine light came on. After…read morethe diagnosis, I was told it was a misfire and they would have to change spark plugs and swap the ignition switch wiring, and all would be fixed. I was charged $1042.91 and the engine light is still on, and no one seems to know what the problem really is! Labor alone was $788.58. The mechanic mentioned they might have to do deep dive and could cost me thousands more. The Jeep has 72500 miles on it. I fully expected my car to be repaired, and it's not, and Autosport has really no clue what is wrong. I have heard great things about them, but this is not right.

Brandon and Brogan are a dynamite team with superb customer service and highly competent…read moreprofessionals all around! I HIGHLY recommend this for all RV maintenance and repairs. Easily the best RV mechanics in NoCo! Their prices are competitive, and their service is unmatched!!!! To top it off, they and their team are great men to work with! Keep it up!

Service was amazing! Very professional guys that know what they're doing. Got me in super quick and…read morehad great communication throughout the entire process. Couldn't recommend enough!

First I would like to thank my mom for paying the bill. If…read moreI could give 10 stars I would. Very knowledgable and friendly staff. They kept me up to date on the repairs I wanted done and future concerns they noticed. I was never pressured into a recession. They offered me recommendations to keep me vehicle running correctly. During the process the emailed me reports with photos. They earned my business and my family's business. Thanks you to Todd and the entire staff. Have a safe Holiday season!! Best reguards, Jason

BG Automotive? More like "BS" Automotive. The one star is for an oil change (since 0 stars is not…read morean option). BG Auto IS SHADY, smooth talking for sure, but A RIP OFF. STAY AWAY. This is a lengthy description, but it's not half the story. To all the glowing 5 star reviewers - check your invoices. The problem started with their "courtesy inspection" accompanying the oil change, where half of their recommendations (deemed red flag "Requires Immediate Attention") ultimately turned out to be mostly unnecessary and absurdly expensive. That became apparent only after paying. My bad, of course, I obviously should have asked to see a detailed estimate prior to the work. The initial estimate did not provide parts or labor detail & appeared to indicate the work was part of a "complete tune up." Upon dropping off the truck, "Service Advisor"Jesse stated that Champion copper spark plugs had been factory installed on 2013 RAM 2500s, so that was best & what BG would install. Classic BAIT & SWITCH: BG charged $508.48 for a set of 16 plugs! When I challenged the bill, asking if "kryptonite plugs" were installed instead, Jesse indicated, no, the copper plugs were used... then he checked his computer & stated, actually no, in fact the [far] more expensive NKG iridium plugs were installed. "They're much better because they last up to 100,000 miles," he emphasized. I replied, "Great. BG just changed out NGK iridium plugs that had been in the engine already, with only 60,000 miles on them." The WORK WAS COMPLETELY UNNECESSARY. Also on the bill was a "TOTAL FEES" charge of $175.77 (yes, that specific), but with ZERO DETAIL of what those fees were for or how they were calculated. Jesse couldn't provide that detail either, "It could be shop supplies, or hazardous disposal - you know, those state regulations - it could be almost anything." Note there were no hazardous materials involved with this work, such as a tire or battery disposal fee. (Google search indicates: In Colorado, shop fees are usually calculated as a percentage of the labor cost (e.g., 5-10%) and are often capped at a maximum amount (e.g., $25 to $50). Also, Colorado statute requires the repair invoice to have some kind of description of these fees, and further, "a description of each part by name and identifying number." Nowhere on the invoice was the type of plugs installed specified, either. You get NADA DETAIL from BS Automotive. Finally, while repair shops typically mark up parts 70-100% of wholesale price, BG is marking up parts in the ballpark of 100% of retail price. (If you can pry out of them the parts brand they say they'll use, you can easily verify this with a Google search at their counter.) They should be ashamed and embarrassed for what they're charging the hardworking folks of Longmont. When pressed to justify the charges, Jesse insisted they were competitive, "within 5% of other local repair shops." More BS. Comparing apples to apples (parts & labor only), the local dealership quoted over $200 less, the Loveland repair shop I've frequented in the past was over $400 less (obviously, checked after the fact...). If the handful of other shops Jesse quoted are actually within 5%, they are ripping us off too. Jesse would not budge on the final bill, but he did offer to comp me an oil change. As if! I had already told him I would never set foot in BG Automotive again. However, I would take a call from the BG Automotive (Owner) to provide the rest of the story about this pathetic BG encounter.

Brought my '93 K-2500 ext. cab pickup in the previous week to get a rear differential gasket…read morereplace and oil change and for a mount piece for the engine oil filter, both of which were leaking. Got it back after a few short days and will be getting some further work done as time goes on. This truck had belonged to my former landlord whereupon his daughter sold it to me as the old boy had gone to a retirement facility. In his later years maintenance and repairs had been let go but being sturdy and strong running, I bought it and am slowly bringing it up to snuff and it is good in the event I should need to do any long distance traveling with it. . Attended the new shop opening, located just off I-25 and Colorado route 66, where I met Mr. Maggio's family and some of the other customers who call Hands On Autotech their home for vehicle repair and servicing. I first went there based on the recommendation of the Martino troubleshooter show on 630 KHOW AM radio; 10 AM - 2PM, M-F. My opinion is that Tom's shop takes something of a scientific approach to vehicle repair and will go more in depth with an analyses than another shop I had been to for an issue with my '99 Tahoe. As an EV owner himself I gather that Tom is up on the current tech, perhaps more than some other places who would have men of my age (68) from the "dinosaur era" of automotive tech working at their shops.

I recently had the clutch begin to make noises so I had it towed to Hands on Auto Tech for a…read morediagnosis.. There was a problem with the communication surrounding the tow transfer so I started my experience with Hands on Auto Tech with some trepidation. Tom handled the situation and we moved onto the real problem with my truck. The diagnosis was the clutch so I approved the repair and waited a few days for the parts to arrive and the repair to proceed. After the clutch was replaced another problem with the operation of the clutch was discovered so I agreed to the additional repair and another day for repair. After a week I was reunited with my truck. The repair was costly, lengthy and unexpected but coming out the other side of this experience I learned a couple of lessons. 1. If you have your vehicle towed to a shop follow the tow truck to the shop and verify the transfer. 2. Communication and follow up throughout the repair are key Tom was great to deal with and I feel that he was honest with me about the repairs needed and the cost of those repairs. Having recently moved to the area I feel my vehicle maintenance and repair needs can be checked off the list. I can recommend Hands on Auto Tech to anyone needing an honest repair facility and Tom as a good guy to deal with.

I called this place 10 times today and they never called me back. They did full brake job on my…read morevehicle and now the brakes are squeaking after having spent a lot of money. I stopped by the place and there is a sign on the door that states they are closed forever! Well, that just sucks because I spent all this money and my brakes are still not right.

This message is for those friends that like an Auto repair shop that will not rip you off. Karen…read moreand I highly recommend "All-American Auto Repair" in Longmont. How many repair shops will do a repair and not charge you? We had our 2018 Honda in their shop today to check the A/C as it was not putting our very cold air. They checked it out, no leaks but they added R134A refrigerant and sent us on our way with no charge. Who does that now a days? Back next week to ensure no leaks. Thank you, Shawn. I love ChatGPT and asked it how I should thank them. Following is what AI says I should say: "Subject: Heartfelt Thanks for Your Kindness and Expertise Dear All-American Auto Repair I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the exceptional service you provided in fixing my car's A/C. Your generosity in not charging me for the repairs is truly touching and speaks volumes about your dedication to customer satisfaction. The comfort of a functional A/C during these scorching summer days cannot be understated, and your team's expertise in diagnosing and repairing the issue is greatly appreciated. Your kindness has not only helped me but has also reaffirmed my trust in your establishment. Please accept my heartfelt thanks for going above and beyond to ensure my vehicle was in proper working condition. Your outstanding service has earned my respect and loyalty as a customer. Wishing you continued success and prosperity in your business. I will not hesitate to recommend your auto repair shop to friends and family in need of reliable and compassionate service. Thank you once again for your exceptional assistance. Warm regards, DeWayne Drummond"