Great response as they called back several times after leaving message. Great resource for repairs.read more

Replying back to jay to owner , jay my door was not rusty and nobody told me it may break you guys…read moreused that so you didn't have to take responsibility. My door handle is hard plastic not metal that pin in there is still sturdy as can be I have opened that door several times no issues . Won't ever be back especially when you won't take responsibility over a $25 part and I'm going to assume the guy working on it pulled himself up with the handle and broke it because once again I've pulled pretty hard on everyone of those handles and not to mention each one of those door handles were replaced last year .!

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.

I brought my 1993 300 ZX convertible to Foreign Affairs last summer because it was running rough…read more I pointed out to them that it might well be the fuel injectors. However they thought it was spark plugs. When i went to pick up the car they informed me it couldn't be picked up because they didnt realiize the didnt order coils.That was the first delay. . After spark plugs failed to make a difference, they then agreed it was probably the fuel injectors. For a period of 4 to 6 weeks they kept the car and informed me that they though they were trying every day they couldn't locate fuel injectors. I finally became so frustrated that I searched for them and found them in one phone call. Things got worse though, when they installed the fuel injectors for what they told it was going to be $1500 and then me an additional $700 with no explanation. When I point that out,they took the $700 off, with no explanation as to why the overcharge was there in the first place. They had also represented that they would keep this collector car in the garage while they were holding it ,but they clearly never did ,as it was clearly dirty from several rains, and more importantly there were several stains on the door upholstery from the mechanic getting in and out. This is the worst experience I've ever had with any auto repair shop, and having car disease that has led me to purchase many older cars over the years I have dealt with several.

If I could award six stars, I would. I just climbed out of a wilderness adventure in the boundary,…read morewaters canoe area, tired as a dog and needing to drive back to Kalamazoo Michigan. My car started running funny and I was concerned about even trying to drive home. I saw the good reviews, and called ahead and begged them to just take a quick look at my car and they were kind enough to do it. Mike was super friendly and kind and he took a look at my engine check the transmission fluid ran a scan on the engine and found two ignition coils misfiring. He opened up the cap and there were two dead mice in there. He found the problem in less than 10 minutes. Results may vary! Lol! But seriously, extremely professional, courteous, and just a hell of a nice guy and I highly recommend them!

I've had nothing but fantastic experiences! They've done work on my Honda Pilot, and are so fairly…read morepriced, efficient and recommend only what's needed. Really grateful for the service and having a repair shop I trust.

A note of appreciation for this auto repair shop as I had an engine light situation that needed to…read morebe evaluated. I called around and none of the dealerships nearby could fit me in the next day; Jake's was able to accommodate me in the morning. A technician ran the diagnosis and said the part wasn't available at the shop so he'd have to order it/have it dropped off in a few hours. I was leaving Duluth the next day and asked if it was safe to drive and get it fixed back in my hometown. He said it wouldn't be a problem and said there was no charge for the diagnosis. I was floored. This never happens at a car repair shop - I fully expected a fee and was willing to pay it. This gesture carries so much weight in customer loyalty/satisfaction - I'm very grateful for the service Jake's provided and won't forget this level of hospitality.

we went to 6 other tire shops and no one helped, we found this place and they fixed our tire in 5…read moremins! Would highly recommend. Extremely low prices

What a pleasure to find mechanics as honest, friendly, and knowledgeable as these guys. I'm from…read moreArizona, visiting Duluth. I'd like to take Perfect Timing back with me! DJ Parry

I have been bringing our cars to this place for repair for many years. The people are honest and…read moreknow what they are doing. Several times I thought there were big problems and they fixed what turned out to be minor problems and charged tiny amounts. They could have easily replaced much more and I would not have known that the repairs were not Needed or charged more for what they did do. We have also purchased car tires and brought tires in for repair (including a lawn mower tire) and been happy with the service and price. We are very happy to know that they are around and reputable.

Last year I bought tires from Curtis Oil (now Pro Tire) because I always enjoyed such good service…read moreat Curtis Oil. We took our car in today to have a flat fixed only to be told that Pro Tire does not honor Curtis Oil's warranties. How disappointing is this!! Why would Curtis not insure that new owners honor product currently under warranty? Also does Pro Tire realize we won't go back there now? I will pass on to friends and family to avoid this retailer. Apparently there is no "Pro" in Pro Tires image.

Fast service. I needed an evap leak detection pump replaced. Dealership wanted almost $500…read moreincluding $150 an hour for labor. They quoted me an hour job. The Shop replaced it in less than 20 minutes. $60 plus the part. Trustworthy place. Edit: No idea why Yelp has me in San Francisco, CA.

They charged me $70 to replace a $0.50 piece of plastic (fitting for hoses)…read more I will never bring my vehicles here again.

Frank honest evaluations, fast service, and fair prices. They let you know what they do and do not…read morework on. like no CVTs The Friendy service writer makes sure he inderstands your car's symptoms.

I've had a bunch of mechanics in the area tell me I needed to this and that. When I take it to…read moreSmitty's they tell me that I only needed that, not this. Rates are fair, and the wait to get in is about right for the area. Good customer service as well. What more can we ask for?