Auto repair service near Thornton, IL

We were on our way to Chicago earlier this week when we got stuck in a traffic jam. A woman working at a local restaurant noticed that our car was leaking oil. KAR service was close to the train station, so we brought it in and explained our situation. We were able to leave our vehicle with KAR; walk to the train station and go have our mini-vacation while KAR fixed our car up. The man we spoke with was polite and worked with our situation. When we got back from Chicago we simply walked back to KAR and picked up our vehicle. Great customer service that helped make the best of a bad situation.

Levin Tire and Service Center was founded in 1918 as a small, family-owned tire repair shop. Today, we’re a full-service tire and auto service center with seven locations across Lake and Porter Counties in Northwest Indiana. We’re known for providing the most personal, professional, affordable and timely service in the area. In fact, in The Times’ “Best of the Region” we were voted “Best Tire Store” in 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012, and “Best Auto Repair Shop” in 2010, 2011 and 2012. We were also honored with the Post-Tribune’s Neighbors’ Choice Award for “Best Tire Store” in Lake County in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012. We’ve been a Better Business Bureau accredited business since 1972 and we proudly hold an A+ rating. We carry one of the largest tire inventories in Northwest Indiana, including respected brands such as Goodyear and Michelin, all at guaranteed everyday low prices. We also provide complete automotive service and repair, from basic oil changes and tire repair, to computerized engine analysis, engine repair, heating and air conditioning system repair, and much more. We service all vehicle makes and models, foreign and domestic.

I am Kevin, and on 2/20/12 i had just purchased my 99 ford Taurus from STANDARD AUTO ON CHICAGO ROAD AND SAUK TRAIL. for me the car was all of 10 hours old. approx. 2 weeks after my praise for standard auto was posted - the car broke down due to an engine block crack. when i asked Steve to do something about the fact he knowingly sold me a bad car - he refused. Steve, Sue and all of the staff at standard auto give you their very best until you have paid for and driven your car off their lot - after that - you are nothing to them. This man and his band of merry thieves will take your money and ignore the problem they caused. i officially RECANT my previous praise of Standard Auto! BUYERS BEWARE OF STANDARD AUTO SALES - if you buy from them you will be back on the bus with me!

Auto repair and maintenance

I would not trust my money with anyone else. I get treated fair every time I talk to Jim or his salesmen. They are truly honest and will tell you every single detail they know about the vehicle, instead of ignoring your question like a lot of other people. The prices are extremely cheap, always under KBB value. I originally bought a 96 Saturn off of Jim in 2004. It had 170,000 miles and it made it to over 230,000 miles in 2010. I ended up trading it in for a newer Saturn and he gave me another great deal! I got 6 years out of a $1,600 vehicle. Beat that!!

On 8-24-2015 my wife & I purchased a 2005 Chevy Equinox LS AWD from Katts Karrs in Blue Island Illinois. Dick Messino was our salesman and I could not speak any higher of an HONEST Used Car Salesman !!!! We were looking for a dependable AWD/4WD vehicle for our youngest son to commute to & from school without going broke. The previous Friday I was in Napleton Dodge and left disgusted when they refused to negotiate on a Jeep with 170,000 miles & a ripped drivers seat. Katts Karrs is directly across the street from the dealership when I spotted the Equinox. I took the Vehicle for a test drive on Friday. Brought my wife & mechanic friend back on Saturday for an additional test drive & purchase the vehicle on Monday. I am extremely happy with my selection of a vehicle. The cleanest SUV inside & out & under the hood that we have seen yet. No hassle - No pressure - Just REALLY NICE VEHICLES. I would recommend Katts Karrs to anyone looking for a Quality Used Vehicle. Thank You Mark & Liz