Bought one car there, all good. Heard recently they want $500 to look for a vehicle. I always…read morethought it was how a sales person earned their commission? Has good service come to that?

My car had engine issues and was chugging and losing power. I called around to lots of different…read moreplaces and everyone was two weeks out. Called this place and they said that if I could limp my car there right now they could squeeze me in, and take a look at my car. They looked at it, and were able to get it repaired and ready for pick up the next day in time for me to go to work. They also gave me an accurate quote so I wasn't surprised with the bill. All in all, I highly recommend if you have car troubles.

These guys are terrific. Always professional, always friendly, always kind, and always crazy fast!…read moreThat team is a "well oiled machine," pun intended! : D Highly recommend!

I usually do my own oil changes however things get busy so I have gone to this store a few times…read more Every time I have gone I have spoke with Jamie. He is very professional and knows what he is doing. The techs are quick and professional with their work and create a good environment for customers to be in. I would recommend this place.

Awful service with scammers trying to upcharge me for things my car did not need. Do not go here…read morethey are a waste of time.

I'm from out of state and have brought my truck in here twice. Both times everything went great and…read morethe people were friendly and communicated well. They also could have easily had me replace some parts I thought might be bad for over $1500, but they said I could probably wait a while, so I only ended up paying them $30 for a separate inspection. Not upselling customers on stuff they don't need is a fine quality in a mechanic, so I felt like it earned a positive review!

Needed brakes worked on. He was friendly, wasn't condescending, efficient, and effective. Plus he…read morewas very generous on the total I owed him for his work. I will definitely contact again!

I hired Ben to replace a failing head gasket, a very labor-intensive job. He offered an extremely…read morefair quote, nearly $3000 cheaper than the auto shops quoted. He was quick to provide next-day availability, and worked away for three long days, staying late on the last night to make sure my car was ready for work the next day. Unfortunately, we encountered some technical difficulties late at night that stumped us. Ben spent the night researching what the problem could be, determined to get my car back on the road as soon as possible. My car runs like new, all thanks to Ben's hard work and determination. Ben is experienced, reliable, genuine, friendly, and will get the job done no matter what it takes. Thank you!

Foreign Affairs is the best place in town. Excellent knowledge of cars and thorough reliable work…read morethat you can count on! I wouldn't go anywhere else. THE BEST!

I cannot recommend Foreign Affairs based on my experience…read more I brought my Volvo in for an oil leak. While waiting for parts, I began noticing a clicking/grinding sensation under my left foot while turning and specifically asked them to inspect the driver's side front suspension/steering. I was told everything looked good. After the cam plug repair, my car was almost out of oil on my first trip out of town a day later. I called and was told to keep adding oil. Over the next two months I added approximately three quarts of oil, far more than the roughly one quart between oil changes I had experienced before the repair. Shortly afterward, my CV axle boot tore, throwing grease around the wheel. After several phone calls, the owner acknowledged they had missed the issue I originally asked them to inspect and replaced the boot at no charge. Unfortunately, the problems continued. I was later told another cam plug was leaking and that parts had been ordered, but I never received a follow-up call. I also felt my concerns about the persistent clicking/grinding were repeatedly dismissed, and different invoices described the complaint differently than I had reported it. I ultimately sought a second opinion. Another shop repaired the remaining cam plug leak for less than foreign affairs charges, replaced the CV axle, and was able to remove the axle without replacing the transmission after I had been told I might eventually need one because the axle was seized. What disappointed me most wasn't that my older vehicle needed repairs--it was the communication and how difficult it was to get clear answers. I also felt frustrated that my final bill exceeded the quoted amount because a coolant top-off was added without asking me first. Throughout all of this Jeff told me to "give him a break, we are overwhelmed". I left feeling less confident in my car than when I brought it in, and I cannot recommend this shop based on my experience.

Friendly staff. When it comes to muffler repair, they are quite knowledgeable.read more

From the owner: Muffler Clinic & Brake has been offering expert muffler, brake and under-body car repair services…read moreat our Duluth, MN, garage for over 50 years. Locally owned and operated, we specialize in mufflers and brakes. However, our ASE-certified technicians have all the knowledge and resources to diagnose and fix any your car's problems. We work on all makes and models, domestic and import. No matter whether you have a car, truck, SUV, van or RV, we can take care of all your vehicle's maintenance and repairs. Our muffler services include: Custom exhaust systems and pipe bending Dual and performance exhausts Catalytic converter or muffler replacement Tail pipes We also offer general auto repair, including: Brakes and rotors Radiators Heating and cooling Axles, shocks and struts Ball and U-joints Inspections and diagnostics Batteries and alternators Oil changes and tune-ups We honor most extended warranties and offer free inspections and loaner cars. From mufflers and brakes to wheel align