It is hard to rate a place high that makes you spend money you don't want to spend but I am doing just that. Why? We have a 12 year old Buick and needed our inspection. I knew that a headlight was dim, and feared that cost. We have had problems with the Buick Enclave headlights so often; we have had wok done on them five times and the cost was, generally, $600 each time. I get a call that we had an engine mount bolt that needed to be replaced (no problem) and they were looking at the headlight. When I arrived the headlight had needed to be replaced but I was informed that the previous repair had been done poorly (the gentleman at the desk had the parts available for me to look at). The cost was only 200 for them to do it right. I am fine with paying money I just want value and quality. I think these guys deliver on that. read more

My new go to mechanic. I had filled my tires with air at the get go across the street. I noticed a nail in my tire and knew I wouldn't make it home. I tried pep boys but said they weren't able to help until the next day. I tried here hoping for the best. Although the mechanics were gone by 4, they still took off my tire and put on the spare. They ordered a new tire and even dropped me off and picked me up from work. During my state inspection performed somewhere else, I was told my brakes needed replaced. So I had them look at them. They said front 50% and back 90% so I could wait. They also said whoever changed my oil added too much. They were very helpful and knowledgeable read more

Baum Boulevard Automotive - Oil Change Stations Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Know something about you and about your car.. They're always also able to explain it in the terms i could understand And make sense of. Helpful recommendations for remedies when appropriate ... read more

I cannot even give this place one star. Complete jerks. Waited all day for my car to be inspected for them to tell me they don't stock tires when I told them at 9am that I needed tires. Said I had to bring it back with the new tires to be re-inspected and they want me to leave it all day again! After it was already inspected less than a week ago. I can't take another day off of work. No customer service. Total jerks and overpriced. Been in business 20 years??!! I can't believe they're in business for 20 minutes Worst experience I've ever had as a customer anywhere period. Stay away. read more

A much cheaper choice then going to the dealer! My Porsche Cayenne was starting to get harder and harder to start so I knew that it was time to replace the battery. I took it to my local Porsche dealership and almost dropped dead when I was told that it would cost almost $1000 to replace it! Over $700 just for the battery and over $200 in labor for a 45 minute job due to the battery being underneath the driver's seat! No thanks! I'm trying to start a V8 powered SUV not the freaking Death Star! I researched batteries and found one at Advanced Auto with 900 cold cranking apps for less than $200! I knew other people that went to Baum Boulevard Auto with good results so I decided to give them a try. I easily made my appointment over the phone and when the day came I dropped my Cayenne off and went up the street to grab some lunch nearby. After I finished lunch I walked back and my Cayenne was done. I paid and was on my way home. In total I paid a third of what I would of been charged at the Porsche dealership and have had zero issues since! I highly recommend Baum Boulevard Automotive and will definitely go back when I need something else done! read more

If you're reading this please do not come here. They have horrible customer service. They will give you incorrect pricing and not honor what they tell you. They will damage your car. The owner is rude. Please save yourself a headache and go elsewhere! read more

During my recent visit to Pittsburgh, my car developed brake issues: pressing the brake pedal provided no resistance, and the red brake light was on. I contacted several local repair shops, but they were all busy and couldn't provide expedited service. I urgently needed to get my car fixed quickly to drive back to Canada for work. Luckily, I called Baum Blvd Automotive early Monday morning. After hearing my situation, the gentleman on the phone said their schedule was fully booked for Monday but suggested I bring the car in, and they would do their best to check it that same day. When I arrived at the shop, Ryan at the front desk patiently listened to my dilemma and actively sought a solution. He squeezed my car into their very busy schedule and arranged for Ray, one of their best technicians, to diagnose the problem. An hour later, Ray and Ryan returned with the diagnosis and recommended solution. I accepted their repair recommendation, and Ryan ordered the required parts from their most reliable supplier to ensure they would be delivered by 9 am the next day so Ray could work on the fix as soon as possible. The next morning, Ryan texted me that all parts had arrived, and the work was on track to be completed by 1:00 PM. When I got to the shop, Ryan updated me that it would take a little more time because of some extra work. Finally, Ray completed the repair and took the car for a test drive. I saw Ray all sweaty from working hard and long to get my car ready so I could start my trip back home earlier. Ryan also took a second test drive before handing over the keys to me. I feel extremely lucky that I found and contacted Baum Blvd Automotive. This is a shop that truly does the best for their customers! Many thanks to Ryan and Ray! I'm extremely satisfied with their exceptional service. Their understanding, responsiveness, and willingness to accommodate my urgent need truly set them apart. Thanks to their amazing work and help, I was able to get my car repaired promptly. I highly recommend Baum Blvd Automotive for their professionalism and outstanding service. Ryan and Ray are the best! read more

I recently got my car inspected here and I must commend their attention to detail. I am registered in a county where an emissions test is not required, but I called multiple other places and they stated that this was incorrect and I would need one, so I did not mention it when I brought my car into this location. I dropped my car off for the day and they did the inspection, we spoke about what repairs were needed for it to pass (which were minor and inexpensive for a 11 year old car), and they made the repairs with no issue. They also noted that I was not registered in a county where an emissions test was required, so I did not have one conducted. This location is very clean and well maintained. They have lots of complimentary drinks (coffee, sparkling water, etc,.) and a comfy sitting area. The service was very professional. I spoke to Chuck(the owner) on the phone to schedule the appointment, he was very kind and explanatory when it came to the repairs. The only criticism I have was the notification system. I called in the afternoon to see if the inspection had taken place, and that's when we discussed repairs. At the end of the call, I asked if I would receive a call notifying when the repairs were done and the car was ready to be picked up, and I was told I would receive a call. About fifteen minutes to close, I called to see if everything was done, and they informed me that it was but that they would be closing soon. I explained that it would take me a little longer than that to get there, but they were very understanding and stayed late for me to pick up the car. So, be sure to call and follow-up! All around, a great experience, and I will most certainly be back. read more

I am so happy I found this place and have recommended it to all of my friends. I have in the past been taken advantage of before and talked down to from other places for being a girl. They are so friendly and kind and never once did I feel like they are dishonest . I wont go anywhere else now. read more

My 2017 Discovery developed a steering problem 2 days before a planned cross country road trip. Worried about an expensive power steering failure, I called my Land Rover dealer, but they couldn't look at my car before my scheduled departure. I had it brought to Baum Blvd Automotive, where they had previously changed my brake pads at a very reasonable price. They took my car right away, and Ryan and his team diagnosed the problem: an upper steering shaft and steering column failure (luckily, NOT a power steering system problem). The ordered part was delivered late by the dealer and didn't arrive until about 2:00. Ryan and his team stayed after hours to complete the repair. I got my car back at 6:00pm and headed out to California that night with the car driving perfectly. They even found a screw in the L rear tire that they sealed. Baum Boulevard Automotive came through during a very stressful time for me, and they were courteous, very helpful, and made sure I could drive out safely on a long trip, all at a very reasonable price! Can't recommend them highly enough. Bring your cars for any service. read more

I've used Baum Boulevard Automotive in and off for several years now. They're quick to make an appointment, on time, and very reasonably priced. They're my go-to in Pittsburgh for car needs. They offer car and key drop off if you call ahead. read more

I've had nothing but good experiences with Baum Boulevard Automotive. I recently moved to Pittsburgh from another state, and so I was anxious to find a new mechanic / auto shop to work on my car. Baum Boulevard was able to quickly address some of the pressing repairs for my (relatively) old car, and recommended some additional future repairs considering the age and mileage on the car. I didn't feel as though they were pressuring me to make unnecessary repairs, and I felt their prices were fair (according to my google searches). Plus a AAA discount helped to take the edge off the costs. I've now returned for multiple repairs, and my experiences have still been positive. They even offered to drive me back to work so I wouldn't have to take a ride-share service after dropping my car off. I'm happy with my interactions with staff and will continue to go to Baum Boulevard Automotive for my car needs. read more

I took my car in for the yearly inspection and the mechanics claimed it had "major problems." They also suggested I junk my car. First, they said the frame under my seat was rotted out, causing my seat to be loose, and it needed body work done for that. Second, they said there was an exhaust leak toward the front, which they said was caused by a cracked manifold (very expensive to repair). They also pointed out some minor things (new gas cap, foggy headlamps), but those two aforementioned problems were the biggest ones they pointed out. Upon my own inspection and a second professional opinion, it turns out the loose seat was caused by the bar in the seat breaking (nothing to do with the frame), and the exhaust leak was caused by the intermediate pipe (huge difference in cost to repair). Never taking my car here again for services. read more

Hit a curb and there was a little cut in my tire. I went straight to them (I've never been here before). I asked if they could look at it, if it was ok or if I needed a new tire. A guy looked at it and explained that it was perfectly fine. I was extremely happy about this and the fact that they were able to respond so quickly and nicely about it was amazing! The way they helped made me write this review about them. I recommend that everyone goes to this place if they have issues! They are very nice and helpful! I'm hoping their business grows!!! read more

Awesome! Super helpful they went above and beyond and explained to me what my previous mechanic did wrong. I'm absolutely coming back for any future issues read more

I got my tires rotated and realigned and I also got an oil change. They filled up my wiper fluid and added air to my tires for free! The service was great. They offer both AAA and student discounts, and will give you the greater discount. They charged me exactly what they had quoted me. Everyone was very kind and they text when the car is ready, which is nice when you can't always answer the phone during the day. read more

Accommodating, KNOWLEDGEABLE, friendly, reliable. My husband and I have been bringing our vehicles here for 5+ years and would drive across the city to make sure we got our car serviced here. We're customers for life. Thanks to Ryan and everyone at Baum Blvd Automotive for taking such great care of us. read more

Very pleased with their efforts to diagnose a quite unique issue. Excellent customer service, sound advice and fair pricing!

I took my car to Baum Automotive for my yearly inspection. They called back the next day saying my brakes and roaders needed replaced and that my exhaust pipe was leaking, wanting to charge me $1500 dollars to fix it, before my car can pass inspection. I decided to get a second opinion before paying that much money. The second place I brought it to said my car passed inspection, just charging me 40 dollars for the service, including the fact that my brakes & roaders were "nowhere near failing". Baum Automotive clearly thought they could pull a fast one on a young woman and scam $1500 dollars for unnecessary services. This place is not trustworthy, I will not be returning, and hope others can avoid being scammed as well. read more

I recently took my car here to inspect the cause of my maintenance required light that had been flashing for a good week or so. I'll go ahead and humble myself by admitting that I know little to nothing about cars, aside from the absolute basics (flames shooting out of hood = probably not a good sign). That being said, I brought my car in and explained the nature of my problem. I was immediately told (without any actual inspection of said problem) that it was due to needing an oil change, despite the fact that my car has a separate light that flashes when it needs one. I explained my rationale and was quickly scoffed at and patronized for not knowing anything about cars, which I gladly conceded to. In the end, my car DID need an oil change, which they completed quickly and relatively inexpensively. While the process was pretty painless, I was made to feel uncomfortable/retarded/like a pain in the ass for asking the questions that I felt were fairly reasonable. I wish I could give this place a higher rating, but they simply don't stack up to some of the other mechanics I've seen elsewhere. Ah well, looks like I'll just have to keep on searching in Pittsburgh! read more

Very nice people. I know little to nothing about cars and they're very polite and explain complex (to me) car jargon to me in ways that I can understand. read more

I've had a few less-than-ideal experiences with Baum Blvd Automotive and will have to pass on going there again. The first time, I bought some tires from Tire Rack to be installed at Baum. They called me when they arrived and I swung by to get the new tires installed. I gave them my keys, and before I left, I asked if they had an idea on when my car might be done. The guy seemed incredibly irritated and he said they couldn't tell me that, as if it were a completely ridiculous thing to ask. I didn't need to know the time down to the minute; I was just trying to get an idea of when the work would be complete. I don't know. Maybe he was having a bad day, but it really came across as rude. Ultimately the work was done fine, but I came away feeling pretty crappy about my experience. The second time, my girlfriend took her car to get a state and emissions inspection. They passed the car for emissions (but wrote the wrong VIN on the sticker... :-/) and failed it for safety. They claimed that it would require about $900 worth of work to get it to pass inspection, which I was very suspicious of. We took it to Walter's down the street and showed them the inspection notes from Baum. It did fail inspection at Walter's, too, but as I suspected, some of the things that Baum failed the car for were pretty bogus. $480 in repairs from Walter's later, the car was back in business. Between rude employees and obvious upselling, I can't really recommend Baum Boulevard to anyone when there are quality places like Walter's and Morningside Auto nearby. If your car needs work, take it to one of those places instead. read more

I've gone here for tire replacement a few times as it was very convenient to my old job, and tacked emissions and safety inspections on this last visit in addition to two new tires. The car failed on the safety inspection, and I got a list of problems (front brake pads worn, rotors warped, control arm brushing broken and loose) that would need to be fixed for it to pass inspection to the tune of ~$900. After checking yelp and seeing multiple one-star reviews for upselling on inspections, I decided I needed a second opinion. I took it to a trusted mechanic (who isn't licensed for state inspection) and he concurred on the brake pads but laughed at the other items on the printout. He replaced the pads, I brought it to another garage, and it passed the inspection just fine. read more

I love these guys. Always friendly and bend over backwards for service. If you have an electric car, they have a free plug. They also feel very comfortable working on EVs. Hometown boys that I hope you'll support. read more

I've gone here for car service for the better part of a decade. Chuck, the owner is a very good man and I've never felt that I have gotten a bad deal from him. They are pretty picky about inspections so don't be surprised if you fail for something minor. In short, good, honest mechanics with a convienent location on the 54c bus line read more

This year as a new resident, I took my car to Baum Blvd Automotive for my annual inspections. Upon inspection, I was told that I would need to replace all four tires for dry rot (which was surprising since my tires looked normal to me) and that it would be a ridiculous amount of money. Given the news, I figured it wouldn't hurt to get a second opinion. I go to another local car shop for a second opinion and was told that my tires were fine... What?? Interestingly, they said they've worked with Michelin tires (which I own) for a long time and know that they prematurely show signs of dry rotting. Even though my tires had some really minor spots, they said I'd be fine AT LEAST a couple more years, and that it's not legal to fail someone for dry rotting unless the cracks are extreme enough to cause a safety hazard (generally, wide enough to stick a coin in). I could barely find my "cracks" - I literally had to be shown. A year and multiple 200+ mile car trips later, my tires are still going strong. Will I have to replace them eventually? Of course. Was there severe dry rotting on my tire that posed a safety hazard? Definitely not. Long story short, I think this is a classic case of a car shop taking advantage of a naive, new resident. I will never take my car to Baum Automotive again...and a word of advice to new and old customers: Always get a second opinion. It is your car, your money, and your right! read more

Friendly and professional service that saved me a lot of money. I've taken my car to Baum for oil change; most recently I had a dead battery and needed to call AAA. AAA screwed up and left a mess (wrong battery, not properly braced down) for me to deal with. Because I had gone to Baum before, I went back. They found the correct brace that the AAA guy had lost. They also realized that my old battery was still under warranty. They waited while the AAA turned around and brought back my battery. They swapped things out. Total bill for fixing someone else's mess": $40. And saved me $120 for a battery that AAA had sold me. All at 4:30 pm on a Friday, when I'm sure the staff wanted to knock off early. read more

Very positive experience! I had car trouble in Pittsburgh while driving to California, and my friends recommended this place. They were able to look at the car almost right away and did a full inspection to make sure it was road-trip worthy (the car has over 200K miles -- and yes, we made it). This is what a mechanic should be: honest and straightforward with very fair prices that don't make you feel like you're being taken for a ride. I don't live in Pittsburgh, but would highly recommend this place to anyone who does! (Bonus points: I left my wallet in the waiting area and they called me immediately. Left me with a very good feeling about Pittsburgh.) read more

Absolutely, do not take your car here. I took my certified 2008 Honda Fit in for an inspection. The car had been driving perfectly fine, so I did not anticipate any problems. A few hours later, I got a call from one of the workers at Baum Blvd. telling me they had run across "inspection issues." On the phone, I was told all about one of the "control arms" being broken. I was told it would cost me over $1,000 to fix, but if I held off and let them fix it after the weekend, I would only have to pay $775 for the repairs (!). When I went to go pick up my vehicle, the man behind the counter talked at me for several minutes telling me how dire my situation was. I didn't know anything about what he was saying, and he knew it. I was furious. I forked over the $25 dollar inspection fee and told him that I wouldn't be back. A few weeks later, I took my car to where I usually take it, where I should have gone in the first place (Broadway Automotive--*highly* recommend!). There was ABSOLUTELY NOTHING WRONG with my vehicle. The inspection cost me $25. Had I fallen for Baum Blvd.'s tricks, I would have lost over $1,000. I'm absolutely certain that the man I talked to at Baum thought that because I was a woman, I was an easy target. I complained about the situation to someone at work, who had a similar story for this place--she was charged for a repair that hadn't actually been done. I'm telling everyone I know to stay away from this place. It's disgusting what they try to pull. read more

I have about five years of experience with this shop with two separate cars. They do inspections, but they do complicated and simple repairs. They are thorough (which some people really don't want) and they know how to keep an old car running. They are fair, communicative and easy to work with. Specifically: they do maintenance on my 11 year-old RAV4. It has low mileage but the kind of problems older cars have around here: rust, corrosion, etc. Here's a great example of them being fair and honest: there was a rattle on the underside of the car. I couldn't tell where it was coming from. They did a test ride, found a loose heat shield where it had corroded around the bolt. They could have told me to replace the heat shield but instead, they put a big washer under the bolt and re-attached the heat shield. Noise gone. Cost ~$20 including the bolt and the labor. They solve hard problems and easy problems. I trust them with my cars and you should, too. read more

This place is a scam. I was living there for a year and half and I went to get an estimate on my window wiper reservoir because it was leaking and I assumed it was chewed by pack rats since I had other pack rat related issues and they told me the entire thing had to be replaced $250+ and I move back home to AZ all they had to do was replace a hose. It cost $20 if that. Don't go here they're not honest. I'm glad I waited. read more

They aren't the most inexpensive, but they are the most effective. We've been taking our Volvo s40 there for the past six months. They will do whatever it takes to find the source of the problem, which is the type of persistence our car needed. The customer service is the most helpful customer service I have ever experienced. I was always given a thorough explanation of everything they were going to do. If you want your car better when you get it back than when you dropped it off, take it to Baum Blvd. Automotive. read more

Took my out-of-state car here for the emissions inspection and safety testing. Apparently that took over a day, which to me was quite some time. Car service was solid, they did the works to get the car registered, such as installing windshield stickers and removing my old plate (then left the grimy thing on my seat..). Ryan was very professional and friendly, he gets a thumbs up from me. read more

Bad place for annual check. Trying to trick me to pay for a lot of additional fixes when I was last here for an annual check. Then I went to Bastone's and they said the car had no problem. read more

I just left this place. Such a rip off! They quoted me $30 for an oil change, which is expensive already. Then, I get there and they tell me it's going to be $40. I ask why and the guy looks all confused and says "something was more expensive". Seriously?! So, I say ok whatever and take the $40 oil change. I look at the reciept, it says estimate $30, new estimate $30 and then breaks down the $40 cost. WTF? I will never go there again. 1. They can't add aparently 2. They add charges without notifying you 3. Their staff aren't competent enough to explain the charges. Thanks but no thanks; I will go back to my $24 oil change. Oh yeah, and some of the charges were for windshield washer fluid... Really?!? read more

I was really disappointed with the service that I received here. The three men who I talked to were very condescending when they were explaining my car's issues. In addition, they became inpatient and short with me when I asked them to further explain the repairs/costs. I couldn't help but feel like this was due to my being a woman. When I was sitting in the waiting room, I observed the man at the desk (who was initially very rude to me) behave in an equally rude manner to an elderly lady. The price for the repairs were definitely inflated. The expense wouldn't have been so bothersome had the employees actually been cordial to me. They definitely need to learn some social skills! read more

Beware. These people are swindlers. Failed my car on the safety inspection, citing among other things, that the wiper blades needed to be replaced, when just three weeks prior, I had them replaced with brand new Bosch wiper blades. Another fault they found in the car which I found ridiculous: the battery was not secured "properly" - as if it is going to fly through the hood while I am driving? Is this really a safety issue? Attempts at deception and trickery to make a dime. Insulting. read more

After my car broke down nearby, I had it towed to Baum Blvd Automotive, because they seemed like the most reputable place in the area. Wrong - this place is a disaster. Disorganized. Rude. Dishonest. Expensive. I knew coming in here I needed a new alternator. Their price - $560. My VW dealership's quote for parts & labor was $430! Another shop right down the street quoted me at $450. Not worth the trouble and cost of having it towed again, and the $40 charge for their diagnosis, I let them do the work. They also informed me on the phone that I needed to replace my front brake pads, rotors, and left caliper for $650! This is when I knew this place was a joke... brakes and rotors at my dealership cost around $300. As soon I as got my car out of there.. with my battery cover sitting on my passenger seat (they said it was there when I brought it in... ummmm, no) I had my brakes checked out. Yes, I needed new pads. However, front rotors were both perfectly smooth. And that broken left caliper?? Just needed a little grease. Also, let's not forget the scratch that goes down the entire body of my car that I have managed to buff out.. but not entirely. Or the fact that when they took my wheels off of my car for an alternator repair (this will never make any sense to me...), they didn't put the lug nut caps back on. I've called them for both of these issues, and they refuse to take responsibility for anything. I'm already dreading their faulty work on my car & any possibility of having to deal with these people again. They don't deserve your business. Save your money and your headache!! read more

Dropped the car off after driving it back from NJ Saturday evening to fix the accelerator and get an inspection when the mechanic found a leaky valve. A part had to be ordered and the guys kept my baby parked inside until it was ready. Quick and reasonably priced. read more

I was in Pittsburgh from out of town and developed a scary shimmy. AAA recommended this mechanic and I was in pretty desperate shape to get my car fixed on a Friday. They got me in and found a pretty cheap fix. They totally could have convinced me it was a much bigger problem, but got me in and out and were awesome about it. read more