5 star not enough, They are the best…read moreFair price They finished the truck fast !!!!!!!!!

Trustworthy. The owner is patient and happy to explain what is wrong with your vehicle if anything…read more(twice he has recommended I forgo a repair). His receptionist is very helpful and friendly. All of the employees are capable. On a recent repair, I spent less than half estimated by the dealer.

I was in town from Chicago and they fixed my issue quickly so I could get home! He also found a…read moreseparate issue that we didn't have time to fix but he printed a receipt with what I needed and what price to expect from a mechanic near me. Ended up helping me from a scam! Will be back anytime I'm in the area!

Had a great experience with Affordable Auto. Were able to diagnose my issue and provide quick…read morerepair. They offer a discount for cash or Zelle transactions as well!

On a Sunday afternoon I needed a new shock replacement. I called four different mechanics and drove…read moreto one just to be told they didn't have anyone available for the job. I found John on Maps and gave him a call. He was willing to take a look at the job within an hour. He was very reasonably price and very professional. Skip the hassle and the price exaggerations at the big name mechanics and call John instead. I will definitely be a returning customer.

Best place in Round Lake Beach,other shop over charge,very reasonably priced.If you need…read morebrakes,ball joint's or other stuff, call him get a quote,and you will have a new mechanic.

Getting an appointment was easy. Service is fast and straightforward. It did not take me an hour…read morefor the change oil service.

Great mechanics, friendly and honest. The team at Glenn & Sons never does any unnecessary work. We…read morehave been going to them for over 20 years and they are fabulous!

Great company. Owner contacted me and helped me find a body shop. True professional.read more

From the owner: At Specialty Motorwerks, we’re not just another mechanic shop—we’re a state-of-the-art automotive…read moreservice center built for drivers who expect more from their repair experience. We specialize in European and German vehicles such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, Porsche, and MINI, utilizing OEM-level diagnostic equipment and factory-grade tools to ensure precise repairs and maintenance. But we don’t stop there—our ASE-trained and dealership-experienced technicians are fully equipped to service all makes and models, from domestic to Asian imports. Whether it’s brakes, suspension, diagnostics, or performance upgrades, every job is handled with transparency, accuracy, and care. We believe in honest recommendations, fair pricing, and fast turnaround. Customers choose us because we provide the quality of a dealership with the personal service of a trusted local shop. From routine maintenance to complex repairs, Specialty Motorwerks delivers reliable results you can feel every time you drive.

If you know cars, avoid Matt's Motor Works. I booked him for walnut blasting, confirmed days in…read moreadvance, and only at the last minute did he tell me he was a mobile mechanic. Walnut blasting isn't something you do mobile --nor is it recommended for outdoor use near homes or neighbors due to the difficulty of containing the airborne dust and debris. He showed up unprepared, hoping I'd settle for a chemical intake cleaner instead. He burned 30+ minutes talking about car trivia, pulled a spark plug with the battery still connected and the engine hot (a rookie mistake that risks real damage), and then tried running an OBD2 scan with a dead reader. None of this addressed the service I asked for--only to buy time, which he then charged me $65 for, based on what he thought was right. Transparency wasn't there from start to finish. In the end, I rearranged my schedule, got no real work done, and paid for wasted time. From preparation to honesty to execution--everything fell short. To make matters worse, my trusted mechanic later confirmed the spark plug threads were stripped from his work.

would strongly caution anyone considering this business...They were very friendly over the phone…read moreand initially seemed helpful in person, but the experience quickly went downhill. The "diagnosis" amounted to briefly checking and SMELLING the gas cap, yet we were charged $150 for that alone. Afterward, we were told we owed an additional $75 that had not been clearly discussed upfront. When we questioned the extra charge, we were told the balance could be sent to collections, which felt unnecessarily aggressive given the situation. The biggest issue was the lack of transparency around pricing and what services were actually being performed. If you do choose to work with them, I highly recommend getting a detailed quote in writing before agreeing to anything. Overall, this was a frustrating experience that left us feeling taken advantage of during an already stressful time. So disappointing. EDIT: Sent threats and called me names after leaving this review... Screenshots attached. Saw his reply To this post, we sent $75 before you came and $75 after you showed up. That would be $150. Then, sent you the other $75 today after you decided to cuss out my boyfriend and threatened him multiple times. Not sure where the hostility towards us came from, but I do hope this review helps others save their time, energy and money from dealing with someone like yourself.

Amazing service! Very kind and honest man, I've been going to him for over 15 years and he's done…read morean incredible job!

Scott troubleshot a suspension problem that another shop misdiagnosed. They fixed it and I haven't…read morehad the problem since. They are easy to work with and felt that Scott is looking out for the customer's interest. I will be coming back to Apple for future repairs.

Definitely the place to take your car in the area here. You get personalized service as there are 2…read morepeople here and just 2 lifts. Jim will take good care of you, trust him. The prices are comparable if not better than other places in the area too. Because it is a small shop though, make sure you call and schedule. If you have an immediate emergency, still give a call. He will be straight with you if you ask. In fairness, you can't expect them to drop everything to accomodate you. Just like any other place, take a number. But if you're patient, good things will happen.

We have been bringing cars for almost 20 years Jim is as…read morehonest as it gets folks. Can not say enough. Nor is the five stars enough. Very knowledgeable. Best in Round Lake Beach area.

Will NEVER go back here. I have taken all my cars there for well over a decade. Go in today just to…read moreget a code test as my engine light came on. Done this in the past, takes five minutes. Was told it could take up to 30 minutes as they were working on cars. Lady comes in after me needing a quote on a muffler. They take care of her before me. Girl behind the counter tells me he doesn't know how to use the machine, yet another employee is working behind the desk, patronizing with the female customer; he couldn't take care of me? I waited over 20 minutes for nothing. They just lost a loyal customer who took all three of his vehicles there. HORRIBLE customer service!!! And the girl working behind the counter could not even care. Didn't even try to fix the customer service blunder. GOODBYE!!!!

My car had a rattling noise from the undercarriages. They showed me the pipe that was rattling and…read moreprovided option to fix the rattling. Their pricing was very reasonable for my Explorer. A new pipe was quickly installed! Great communication!

Advanced Auto Works is the BEST! Tom & his crew can do it…read moreall. Last year they repaired body damage to my vehicle. A month ago, they replaced a water line hose at the rear of my engine. It was impossible to get to, they did it! And this week they replaced parts to get me through the emissions test. All services at reasonable prices. Great work guys.! Danny D. Lake Villa

My wife scraped the side of her car against a cement post causing damage to the front bumper, right…read morefender and door. The fender was somewhat crumpled near the door. The car is otherwise pristine and we wanted it to look that way again. We used Yelp Reviews to narrow our search for a repair shop. We got several quotes, two from large shops and one from Advanced Auto Works a relatively small shop. From the start, our dealings with Tom, the owner of Advanced, made us feel entirely comfortable and confident that we could trust him. We decided not to file an insurance claim and to pay for the work ourselves. Tom said he would try to save us money if he could. He came through in a big way. One of the two shops quoted us over $3000 for the repair and said they would straighten the fender. Tom said that given the cost of the time it would take to straighten the fender, we would be probably be about the same cost to replace it. Tom's quote was about $1700, the lowest we got. Between the low price and confidence we had in Tom we went with him. He completed the job on time, the work was great and the paint was a perfect match. And on top of it, he said the parts didn't cost as much as he initially thought and knocked another $150 off the price. What a guy. Highly, highly recommend.