A big shout out to the boys at Franks Automotive, my right rear Tyre kept deflating I went to a Tyre shop and was advised that I needed to replace both rear Tyres. I took my car to Franks Automotive in Marrickville and spoke to Peter about the issue; Peter organised to have the car looked at straight away and told me that the Tyre just needed a plug as it had a nail in it. 10 minutes later and a free bottle of water while waiting and I was on my way and just saved myself $400. Thanks guys great service and honesty I couldn't recommend them enough! read more

I WOULD NEVER RECOMMEND these mechanics and give them zero if possible. Especially for women. When my van broke down and NRMA advised it was the fuel pump, PETER told me - without even putting it on the hoist - that he had put 5 litres of water in the radiator and "IT WAS A MUCH BIGGER PROBLEM THAT WOULD COST A LOT" because it was "BURNING WATER". I took it to another mechanic who fixed the fuel pump. These guys are seriously first class bullshitters. read more

I went in for pink slip. 3 mechanics just standing around and one was going to help me. Frank the owner was at the office and he said no they couldn't help bc they are closing in 30 minutes. Pink slips usually take 5 and also there were literally three mechanics standing around doing nothing. Frank and another guy kind of smirked as I left. I was polite but then after they were just such assholes figured I would warn you. Avoid. read more

Have been going to Franks for a number of years now, Billy and Peter have always been good explaining what was required and what might arise in the future. read more

FRANKS AUTO REPAIRS (MARRICKVILLE) AND THEIR BUSINESS TO RIP OFF WOMEN!!! I took my car down to Franks Automotive in Marrickville for a pink slip. After charging a huge $200 to just put tyres on my car and the slip they tell me they can't pass my car because front suspension needed replacing and issued a white slip failing my car. I had never noticed any knocking or issues with the suspension and now with the white slip I am forced to undertake the repair. They quoted me $750 for this job which I refused and sought two separate second opinions. Both which have come back saying my suspension shouldn't have failed and that I could have gotten another 12 months out of them!!!! Because of the white slip I've been forced into the 'repair' and am down $640. I am angry that women are constantly taken advantage of by mechanics. I am angry that there is no avenue I could find to challenge this and I'm angry that dishonest places like this continue to be in business! read more

These guys are great. We only recently changed from our dealer service centre. They guys are head and shoulders above The Honda service centre. They communicate, send photos and explain what needs to be completed. Great service and reasonable prices. read more

I saw a couple of reviews on this site that weren't all that favourable so thought I'd put my experience in for what it's worth. I can't speak highly enough of these guys - I've been taking my cars there for 15 years and the level of personal service I have received over that time has been first rate (and as everybody knows, that's not always the case in this industry). I would deal with them several times a year and what I've found that's been different with first Frank, and now his two sons Billy and Peter, are people of real integrity. Knowledgable and professional operators who will tell you like it is and then assist you in any way they can to resolve any issues - whether that's by doing something they can do themselves or refering you to someone else. My take is that there will always be some customers who aren't happy with a particular circumstance or experience they might have had. I'm not writing to judge those one way or the other. All I know is that these guys are always busy, operating a very successful business that's been around for yonks. In the end that's the best testimonial of all, isn't it? read more

I've been taking my cars here for around ten years. Twice, just after a service, something new has gone wrong. Most issues have cost thousands and I never shopped around. I've been driving with a leaky radiator since they told me it would cost $1500 to repair. I've been recommended another reputable, high quality mechanic who's quote is under $600. Beginning to feel that I've been had for the past 10 years. I suggest getting another opinion when major repairs crop up with any mechanic. read more

Awesome local mechanic. I have an 42 year old car and they are more than happy to work on it as they actually know what they are doing without scratching their head like others who rely on computer readings and cars that run on computer chips. Up front quotes before all work done. They also wash and polish the car on return. Very nice guys to deal with. A+++ read more