Alternator and starter repair service near Reading, MA

There are 274 auto repair shops near you in Reading, MA

Superior Auto Center

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36 Massachusetts Ave., Arlington

STAY AWAY! Huge part $ markup, questionable work, and Nickle and Dime central. Let me start by saying I was refereed here by a friend who has his work done here and always gets a good deal because he knows an owner. I made an assumption that his relationship with the owner would at least keep me from getting totally screwed on the work that was done. After I saw the bill I was shocked. I told my friend and he said he would talk to the owner about it. Unfortunately the owners response was that my 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix was not easy to work on and he thought the price was fair. The following is a breakdown of the bill based on the work done. You be the judge if you think it sounds fair. 4 New Brake Rotors: $330. (Local Auto store price:$150, and no, they did not install 'high end or gold plated rotors' on my car) Brake Cleaner/Degreaser: $4.73 (You can get a full can of the stuff for this price or less, this is one example of the nickle and dime job) Labor 1 hour ($97.59): One of the few reasonable estimates/charges I found on the bill. Although the cost may seem high the national average in 2009 that mechanics made was about $45 so I don't believe this charge to be outrageous. 6 Spark Plugs: $80 (Local Auto store price:$42 prices on spark plugs range so the actual spark plugs they installed could have actually cost less) Labor 2 hours: This labor charge is ridiculous. Search for an image of a 2007 Grand Prix engine. You will find the 6 plugs are nicely aligned and couldn't be in a more accessible location. 2 hours to change 6 spark plugs tells me they don't know what they are doing. Or this is another excessive charge. AC Expansion Valve: $88 (Local Auto store price:$44-68 depending on brand) R134A refrigerant: $46 (Not sure how much of a mark up this is but based on the other prices I'm guessing its over 100%) Labor: 1.9 hours: This was for: AC system test heating and air conditioning, diagnose/test includes: partial charge, pressure a

Mal's Service Center

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1540 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington

Brown Automotive

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1116 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington

Elis Service Station Inc

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125 Broadway, Arlington

Antoines Auto Repair

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1432 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington

Mass Ave BP

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295 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington
Everett Transmission and Auto Repair

Everett Transmission and Auto Repair

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556 Ferry Street, Everett

Fixed a couple of issues with my tranny, 2001 Pontiac Grand AM. My biggest take away was just how nice they were. I never felt like I was being taken advantage and they stayed within their quote even though labor was 5+ hours more than the estimate . If you need work done just call them!! Any work Auto repair too!

Auto Service Excellence (ASE) certification
BBB Accredited certification

Mels Service

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80 Tremont St, Everett

Sunrise Auto

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837 Lynnway, Lynn

Excellent shop with great expert mechanics. Very knowledgeable about different types of cars. I have been a customer for over 20 years. Nothing but the best experience at Sunrise Auto!!!

Morgans Garage

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349 Lynnway, Lynn

Spiros Energy General Mechanic

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161 Chestnut Street, Lynn

Jerry Auto Care, Inc.

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119 Essex Street, Lynn
FasTrack Automotive Inc

FasTrack Automotive Inc

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147 Summit St #10, Peabody

The folks at Fastrack are a first class operation. Their service is superb because they prioritize the safety and longevity of your vehicle while being pragmatic and cost conscious. On top of all that they are personal, considerate and strive to provide what is sorely missing in so many businesses today, terrific customer experience!

Auto Service Excellence (ASE) certification
PK Motor Cars

PK Motor Cars

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195 Washington Street, Peabody

best place ever!!! i can't believe how nice they were able to detail my car. they even diagnose my check engine light for free!!!!! wowww!!!!!

Larson's Service, Inc

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289 Lynn Street, Peabody
Auto Service Excellence (ASE) certification

Saccos

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119-121 Lynn Street, Peabody
Lynn Street Auto Service

Lynn Street Auto Service

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73 Lynn Street, Peabody
Auto Service Excellence (ASE) certification
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Auto Engineering

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436 Marrett Rd, Lexington
Auto Service Excellence (ASE) certification

Pete's Garage

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33R Wadsworth Street, Danvers

We have been in business since 1938. We perform all services needed on your vehicle from oil changes to check engine lights to brakes, etc. Full service for cars and trucks.

Auto Service Excellence (ASE) certification

R&D Custom Exhaust

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313 Boston Road, Billerica

Been going here for over 12 years and can't express enough about the knowledge and courtesy of the shop owner and employees. Look forward to many more years of coming here!

Pace Automotive

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741 Boston rd, Billerica

WATCH YOUR WINDSHIELD WIPERS!! THEY RIP YOUR WINDSHIELD WIPERS SO YOU HAVE TO GET NEW ONES TO PASS INSPECTION. I WAS THERE 2 MONTHS AGO AND THEY DID IT TO 2 CARS IN FRONT OF ME AND MYSELF. MY HUSBAND WENT THERE THIS WEEK AND THE SAME THING JUST HAPPENED TO HIM..

RT. 3A Shell Inc.

RT. 3A Shell Inc.

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760 Boston Road, Billerica

Billerica Tire and Auto Center

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7 Everett Farmer Road, Billerica

Dans Auto Repair

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124 Pond Street, Billerica
Jamie's One Stop Auto Shop

Jamie's One Stop Auto Shop

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346 Salem St., Revere

Jamie and his crew are great to work with and extremely knowledgeable. You won't find a more experienced crew at such reasonable prices in the area. You should definitely bring your car issues here!

Auto Service Excellence (ASE) certification
BBB Accredited certification

Alternator and starter repair reviews near you

1.0

STAY AWAY! Huge part $ markup, questionable work, and Nickle and Dime central. Let me start by saying I was refereed here by a friend who has his work done here and always gets a good deal because he knows an owner. I made an assumption that his relationship with the owner would at least keep me from getting totally screwed on the work that was done. After I saw the bill I was shocked. I told my friend and he said he would talk to the owner about it. Unfortunately the owners response was that my 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix was not easy to work on and he thought the price was fair. The following is a breakdown of the bill based on the work done. You be the judge if you think it sounds fair. 4 New Brake Rotors: $330. (Local Auto store price:$150, and no, they did not install 'high end or gold plated rotors' on my car) Brake Cleaner/Degreaser: $4.73 (You can get a full can of the stuff for this price or less, this is one example of the nickle and dime job) Labor 1 hour ($97.59): One of the few reasonable estimates/charges I found on the bill. Although the cost may seem high the national average in 2009 that mechanics made was about $45 so I don't believe this charge to be outrageous. 6 Spark Plugs: $80 (Local Auto store price:$42 prices on spark plugs range so the actual spark plugs they installed could have actually cost less) Labor 2 hours: This labor charge is ridiculous. Search for an image of a 2007 Grand Prix engine. You will find the 6 plugs are nicely aligned and couldn't be in a more accessible location. 2 hours to change 6 spark plugs tells me they don't know what they are doing. Or this is another excessive charge. AC Expansion Valve: $88 (Local Auto store price:$44-68 depending on brand) R134A refrigerant: $46 (Not sure how much of a mark up this is but based on the other prices I'm guessing its over 100%) Labor: 1.9 hours: This was for: AC system test heating and air conditioning, diagnose/test includes: partial charge, pressure a

Ken
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Superior Auto Center

Arlington area

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WATCH YOUR WINDSHIELD WIPERS!! THEY RIP YOUR WINDSHIELD WIPERS SO YOU HAVE TO GET NEW ONES TO PASS INSPECTION. I WAS THERE 2 MONTHS AGO AND THEY DID IT TO 2 CARS IN FRONT OF ME AND MYSELF. MY HUSBAND WENT THERE THIS WEEK AND THE SAME THING JUST HAPPENED TO HIM..

Michele
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Pace Automotive

Billerica area

5.0

best place ever!!! i can't believe how nice they were able to detail my car. they even diagnose my check engine light for free!!!!! wowww!!!!!

Mikou
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PK Motor Cars

Peabody area

5.0

Jamie and his crew are great to work with and extremely knowledgeable. You won't find a more experienced crew at such reasonable prices in the area. You should definitely bring your car issues here!

Chris
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Jamie's One Stop Auto Shop

Revere area

5.0

Been going here for over 12 years and can't express enough about the knowledge and courtesy of the shop owner and employees. Look forward to many more years of coming here!

Robert
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R&D Custom Exhaust

Billerica area

5.0

Fixed a couple of issues with my tranny, 2001 Pontiac Grand AM. My biggest take away was just how nice they were. I never felt like I was being taken advantage and they stayed within their quote even though labor was 5+ hours more than the estimate . If you need work done just call them!! Any work Auto repair too!

Richard
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Everett Transmission and Auto Repair

Everett area

5.0

The folks at Fastrack are a first class operation. Their service is superb because they prioritize the safety and longevity of your vehicle while being pragmatic and cost conscious. On top of all that they are personal, considerate and strive to provide what is sorely missing in so many businesses today, terrific customer experience!

Frank
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FasTrack Automotive Inc

Peabody area

5.0

Excellent shop with great expert mechanics. Very knowledgeable about different types of cars. I have been a customer for over 20 years. Nothing but the best experience at Sunrise Auto!!!

Norm
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Sunrise Auto

Lynn area