Car Repair reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 112 Reddit reviews across 29 subreddits and 30 posts to rank the best Car Repair brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/whatcarshouldIbuy, r/NewWest, r/williamsburgva, r/lincoln, r/Binghamton. Top-rated brands include Pontiac (4.3/5), Ford (4.2/5), Perform-X (5.0/5).
Stats
Reviews112
Subreddits29
Posts30
Brands78
Products42
112 reviews from
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By Brand
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#1
Pontiac
4.3
(6)
"I learned a lot working on my 3800 engine Grand Prix. Any car with that engine really, highly recommended."
"I learned on a 92 Bonneville with the 3800 engine. Best engine I've owned."
"The thing just refuses to die. These Pontiacs just kinda work. Engine is spacious enough you can Kinda Just slap it around for repairs too."
"Pontiac grand prix or grand am was my go to 10 years ago. Buy them cheap, parts available everywhere, simple and run like a top."
"Pontiac vibe or Honda civic 2002 are both easy to repair, cheap to run, have many youtube repair vids and can be purchased for 1-2 grand."
"20-25 year old sun fire or cavalier (same car, different outside panels. Cheap, plentiful, easy to work on. Reliable…ish."
#2
Ford
4.2
(5)
"Early 2000s Ford f150 or ranger. Get the v6. The v8 is good, too, but the v6 is bulletproof. Everything is easy and cheap to replace."
"Old fords are super simple, anything before 2005"
"I have a 2000 F150 and I’m learning to do some basic stuff on it. It’s actually easier to figure stuff out than get a mechanic to work on it."
"Ranger"
"Seconding this but cautioning OP that if they go with a Focus, go before 2010. 2010s and onward are infamous for transmission problems."
#3
Perform-X
5.0
(4)
"Perform-x on 12th Street."
"Perform-X. Not sure if it's the same owner today but they are super honest & do great work."
"Perform-x has been my place for literally 35 years. Highly recommend."
"Perform-X Automotive managed to solve an issue that another car mechanic didn't find."
#4
Subaru
4.5
(4)
"I have *zero* qualms about getting a Subaru. An Outback has been my dream car since I was six."
"Early 2000s Subaru with no turbo. Bulletproof engine. Parts galore at wreckers."
"Over 300k on a 03 Forest and 06 Outback - valve covers and spark plug seals have been the only issue."
"2014 or older Subaru outback. 4 cylinder. Non turbo. Would be great to find one with a manual transmission, but those are pretty rare."
#5
Chevrolet
4.3
(4)
"Chevy GMT 400 with OBD2. Dead simple, easy to wrench on, and you can buy every nut and bolt at the O'Reilly's"
"A 1991 and later c4 corvette, reliable, it’ll stay on the road, easy to fix most things."
"Might also consider an S-10 pickup or Blazer. The 4cyl and V6 are both very reliable and easily repaired."
"Old Chevy s10 pickup or tracker suv from the early 2000s. Easy to work on."
#6
Toyota
5.0
(3)
"2004 toyota camry 4 cylinder, you can fix anything on the car with simple hand tools and scanner. Mine has 193000 miles on it, and everything still works."
"Late 90s corolla. Easiest car I have ever seen to work on."
"Mid 90s Camry with the 2.2 4cyl. Simple, cheap and easy to work on. Reliable and they have all the stuff you want with none of the stuff you don't."
#7
Jeep
4.7
(3)
"I learned on a cheap TJ jeep wrangler. I think it’s a great platform to learn because: 4.0L inline 6 engine is stupid reliable so that limits your risk there."
"Go get a tj or older wrangler. You can repair that shit with a double ended wrench and wd40 20 miles off road."
"1990s jeep cherokee XJ"
#8
Impact Auto
5.0
(2)
"Impact Auto on Pocahontas Trail. Family owned, honest, great work."
"Ive been happy with Impact Auto off of Pocahontas Trail. Might be a bit out of the way, but great service and fair prices."
#9
Hyack Tire
5.0
(2)
"Twice I rolled in with minor issues and they fixed for free, and once they did a bad job and credited me the work."
"Hyack tire is great"
#10
Howard Motors
5.0
(2)
"Howard Motor is much better than American Pride. Hands down."
"Howard Motors on Second St. Honest, reasonable prices, no unnecessary work pushed."
#11
The Vehicle Rescue
5.0
(2)
"The Vehicle Rescue on 14th and pioneers has never done me wrong."
"If you're more south, The Vehicle Rescue is great and very transparent."
#12
Autochill
5.0
(2)
"+1 for Autochill. Haven't been for years and glad to hear they're still as good as ever."
"Autochill on Kent Street, Cannington. Guy really knows his stuff. Doesn't just replace things, but actually diagnoses, repairs, and rebuilds what he needs to. Very reasonably priced too."
#13
Mazda
5.0
(2)
"My default answer to questions like this is that Miata is always the answer."
"Miata is always the answer."
#14
Mercedes
5.0
(2)
"I was going to suggest an 80’s diesel Mercedes, but you hit the nail on the head with the W124."
"I just picked up a 1991 Mercedes 300E for $1800. It ran well and is rust-free. The W124's were the last of the MB's that were built to an engineering standard rather than a price point."
#15
Hyack
4.5
(2)
"Seconding Hyack, myself and all my friends in new west go to them. Great service."
"I agree with the other comment. Check out Hyack."
#16
Minit-Tune
4.5
(2)
"They saw me through quite a few car problems in the past and were always friendly and helpful."
"I’ve been happy with Minit-Tune and Brake. I haven’t had transmission problems though. Just basic maintenance and some brake work."
#17
Honda
4.5
(2)
"Honda Civic. Reliable, easy to work on and a lot aftermarket parts. Also fun to drive if it’s a manual."
"Honda Accord Euro or whatever they called it in the States. Getting on now but pretty robust if maintained."
#18
Rock Auto
3.0
(2)
"Cheapest option."
"Look at getting a universal catalytic converter from rockauto."
#19
BMW
3.0
(2)
"Any bmw with an n52"
"You could get an e46 or e39 but they are loads of work if you get a bad one."
#20
Bill and His Team
5.0
(1)
"Bill and his team saved me a good 25 to 30% compared to other shops on my bill when getting a ball joint replaced. Very qualified helpful and personable, highly recommended!"
#21
Northside Auto
5.0
(1)
"I take my car to Northside Auto for everything I need."
#22
Upfront Auto Clinic
5.0
(1)
"UPFRONT AUTO CLINIC is the place to go. The guys in the garage are top notch."
#23
Norms
5.0
(1)
"Norms replaced the frost plug for less than $600. I don’t have anything bad to say about A1’s service but based on previous posts in t"
#24
Daily Driver Auto Care
5.0
(1)
"Good folks at Daily Driver Auto Care!"
#25
House of Muffler on Cornhusker
5.0
(1)
"House of muffler on Cornhusker fixed my exhaust super fast and pretty cheap. I’d go back."
#26
Latrobe Auto Body
5.0
(1)
"Give Latrobe Auto Body on Waterdale Rd in Heidelberg West a call. Did a great job on my car when I had the front and rear bumpers resprayed, and for a very reasonable price."
#27
Classic Line Body Works
5.0
(1)
"I was very happy with the price and service for a repair that was less than my excess."
#28
Barnet Motor Body Repairs
5.0
(1)
"I've had work done on all 3 of my cars and they've been fantastic."
#29
Autocool
5.0
(1)
"Autocool on Lord St in Perth were great when my compressor died. Saved about $800 on what I had been quoted elswehere."
#30
Mastercraft Motors
5.0
(1)
"I love Mastercraft Motors. The guys there are very helpful, honest, and genuine in my experience."
#31
Everett Auto
5.0
(1)
"Everett Auto has never led me wrong."
#32
Radio Cab Garage
5.0
(1)
"Go see Mike at the radio cab garage. He’s awesome."
#33
Jeff's Golden Gate
5.0
(1)
"They are quick, reasonably priced, and honest."
#34
Triad Select Auto
5.0
(1)
"It turned out to be 2 different vacuum leaks. The cost to repair was $179.00."
#35
Denny's Auto Diagnosis
5.0
(1)
"Been going there since 1968..#1.."
#36
Al & Lee's Auto Care Center
5.0
(1)
"Lee quoted me a price for a fix that ended up being worse than he thought, but in the end he stuck to the original quote."
#37
Tire Pros
5.0
(1)
"I’ve had great experience with Tire Pros in San Dimas."
#38
Rand Automotive
5.0
(1)
"I am so grateful I found this shop, amazing team, and owner."
#39
OSU Campus Auto Services
5.0
(1)
"They’re two great guys that have been running the business for awhile to help students."
#40
A1 Toyota
5.0
(1)
"Never had an issue with them and it's extremely convenient."
#41
Connon Auto
5.0
(1)
"Are great old school guys who are honest."
#42
Millen Autobody
5.0
(1)
"Had a good experience with Millen Autobody in Redmond."
#43
Exotic Motors
5.0
(1)
"Had a great experience."
#44
Al Maraghi
5.0
(1)
"They are the best guys for your Mercedes Benz in Abu Dhabi."
#45
Brownies Automotive
5.0
(1)
"I can’t recommend Brownies automotive enough. Solid work, fair pricing, quick turnaround."
#46
360 Automotive
5.0
(1)
"I use 360 automotive for all my car repair."
#47
Bell Auto Garage
5.0
(1)
"I recommend Bell auto garage. He has fixed so many things that Firestone has messed up on my car."
#48
Hi-Land Garage
5.0
(1)
"I cannot recommend Hi-Land Garage enough."
#49
Eagle Eye Automotive
5.0
(1)
"Eagle Eye Automotive. Not right in the area you said but still Williamsburg, on Merrimac Trail. Love these guys."
#50
MO's Automotive
5.0
(1)
"MO’s AUTOMOTIVE!!! Dave there is incredible."
#51
Victory Automotive
5.0
(1)
"Victory Automotive is the only shop I trust."
#52
Hamden Auto Body
4.0
(1)
"For body: Hamden Auto Body"
#53
Rick's Auto Center
4.0
(1)
"For engine/inner issues: Rick’s Auto Center"
#54
Superior Auto Body
4.0
(1)
"Superior Auto Body
95 State Street, North Haven
They’re pretty great."
#55
Lincoln
4.0
(1)
"If I were doing this I'd look at Lincoln Town Cars first. They're a little comfier inside, a bit better looking inside and out, and likely have a cleaner history."
#56
Dodge
4.0
(1)
"2WD 1983 Dodge Ram with a slant 6 and a stick."
#57
Nissan
4.0
(1)
"Had an 05 Frontier that I swapped engines in- easiest swap"
#58
Burnett Automotive
4.0
(1)
"I get my car work done at Burnett Automotive. Not sure if they do a lot of AC work but worth checking in on. I go to the West Side location and find their people to be pleasant and easy to work with."
#59
Mr. Tire
4.0
(1)
"Mr. Tire on Upper Court Street is amazing."
#60
NY Radiator
4.0
(1)
"NY Radiator on Susquehanna St"
#61
Freeway Muffler and Brakes
4.0
(1)
"Freeway Muffler and Breaks always did good by me when I had a beater."
#62
A1 Automotive
4.0
(1)
"I’m not sure about the cheapest option but I’ve used A1 Automotive and they’ve never steered me wrong"
#63
Touchup Guys
4.0
(1)
"Try the ”Touchup Guys”. They'll come to you."
#64
TAHA Motor
4.0
(1)
"TAHA motor, 0431578649 Beckenham"
#65
Seibii
4.0
(1)
"Booked a mechanic to come take a look - cost me 11,000 JPY. Identified the problem, and fixed the following day - quite impressed."
#66
Javier’s
4.0
(1)
"Try Javier’s in Goleta. The guy is a great mechanic and honest."
#67
North Hills Automotive
4.0
(1)
"I’ve had good luck with North Hills Automotive on Augusta"
#68
Christian Brothers
4.0
(1)
"Christian brothers on woodruff is good. Very prompt, fast work, diligent about updates."
#69
Tom Dwyer
4.0
(1)
"Only solid recommendation I know of for American cars is Tom Dwyer."
#70
Workshop Manuals
4.0
(1)
"14 usd digital manual"
#71
Stockholms Karosslack
4.0
(1)
"Worked on my car when it needed to be repainted."
#72
Terrace Auto
4.0
(1)
"I’ve used terrace auto before and I’ve used Carrollwood auto, I’ve liked both."
#73
River Road Automotive
3.0
(1)
"River Road Automotive is very good and one I'd suggest getting a quote from... Although I do think they're expensive."
#74
Geo
3.0
(1)
"Geo Metro"
#75
Cadillac
3.0
(1)
"I have a 2014 Cadillac ELR, which is a plug in hybrid, so fairly complex as you can imagine. But still, most repairs I've had to do haven't been much different from older cars."
#76
Land Rover
3.0
(1)
"If you want somewhat reliable, I’d say first gen Land Rover discovery or Range Rover classic, they are reliable enough yet also break often enough to allow you to tinker and play with them."
#77
Volkswagen
3.0
(1)
"Old VW bug or a 90s Honda."
#78
Devon's Car Care
3.0
(1)
"Try Devon's Car Care off Pearl Parkway."
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