TL;DR: I paid this shop to investigate a serious oil pressure code. Instead of properly diagnosing the issue with a simple oil pressure test (~$100-$200), Doug (the owner) cleared the code and charged me for a mass air flow sensor instead. This led me to spend money on repairs for a car whose engine was dying--something Chevy confirmed shortly after. The shop was evasive, dismissive, and in the end, wasted my time and money while my warranty expired. --- Full Review: Do not bring your vehicle here if you care about honest diagnostics and clear communication. Last year, I had my throttle body replaced here, and while the work was okay, it was done by one of their regular techs--not Doug, the owner. This year, when my check engine light came back on, things went completely downhill. In late May, I brought my car in with a specific concern: an oil pressure code, which is notoriously tied to serious engine issues in my car model (Chevy Malibu 2016-2018). Chevy even has recalls for this issue--just not for my specific trim. I explicitly asked the shop to investigate this code. Doug took over the service this time. Instead of performing a simple oil pressure test (a basic and relatively cheap way to confirm if the code was serious), he cleared the codes, claimed one didn't return, and recommended I replace the mass air flow sensor instead--which I paid for. He failed to inform me until after the work that he never actually ruled out the oil pressure issue with the proper test. This gave me a false sense of security. I thought the issue was handled, only for the car to worsen significantly over the next two weeks. When I returned to the shop, Doug claimed the oil pressure code was back--and he needed to look into it again. I told him we had already paid for that! That's when things got truly frustrating. Doug became argumentative and defensive, telling me he "can't remember every car" and denying the code was in his notes--until he found it at the top of the receipt. By this time, my warranty had expired, which was devastating because if he had performed the test and diagnosed the engine problem properly the first time, I may have gotten help from the warranty company. He offered to "call the warranty provider" to help but never did--despite me calling to check multiple times. I ended up taking the car to Chevy, who confirmed exactly what I feared: my engine was failing. They advised a full engine replacement. The cost of digging further into the failure wasn't even worth it at that point. To top it off, when I called back to get a simple oil change receipt (to prove to Chevy that I maintained the car properly), Doug was supposed to call me on Friday. But surprise--he doesn't work Fridays. I called again, and when he finally returned my call, he screamed at me for "threatening" his workers (which I absolutely did not do) and rambled about how his dad built the shop. When I told him other mechanics had said he absolutely should have done the oil pressure test, he acted like that wasn't required and said he doesn't have to explain everything he does to customers. That's a huge red flag for anyone relying on honest diagnostics. His solution? Bring the car back and do a payment plan with him for a fix that should've been diagnosed correctly the first time. He said he doesn't usually offer that kind of deal, but would "do it for us" since we have a kid and are tight on money. --- Bottom Line: This shop might be okay for simple fixes, but the owner Doug is dismissive, unprofessional, and refuses to take responsibility for serious mistakes. I paid out-of-pocket for a repair that I never would've done had I known my engine was dying. Now I'm out of warranty, down thousands of dollars, and have a car with a blown engine. I do not recommend taking your vehicle here--especially for anything beyond basic work. read more

I had my daughters car towed to Goddard Auto for a transmission job. I live in Plymouth. Not close. I think that speaks volumes about a business that shoots straight. I knew the engine repiar would be done right and at a fair price. Thanks, Goddard Team! -Chris read more

Took my vehicle in was told it would take 3 to 4 hours , came back friday They never took it in read more

Had work done on several cars over the years from general tune ups to full rework on muffler systems. They don't try to upsell you and give you a clean cut deal at not a pricey cost compared to other local shops. read more

Doug has maintained the high standards set by his father... Chuck. Perhaps that I why I have been dealing with them for over 25 years now. Fair - Honest - back their work. I'd never go anywhere else. read more

THANK YOU GUYS, for helping YLWJCKT get back up and running! The service you provided was above All others, and topping it with extensive knowledge on a variety of vehicles, which is impressive. Words can not express the gratitudity your Skilled Mechanics have. Thank You for being on point, and The referral given was definitely credible. We appreciate you so very much! If We needed to return, we would. read more

Goddard Auto Repair - Auto Repair Near Me - Taylor, Michigan

It's a great place to take your automobile. The service is phenomenal and the quality is phenomenal.

I know a little something something about cars so I pay close attention to what mechanics say to me ( I'm sure mechanics don't take advantage of females. Lol) but these guys (Chuck) were honest and up front with me about my pulley system and my belts, we weren't sure what it was, turned out it was the belts and it cost me under $100 To fix both including labor. the dealership charged me $300 the 1st time. read more

Customer service was top notch . That's a big deal for me and yes of course price is everything as well. They are competitive and very knowledgable. I took my daughters car there. I got that one fixed then took other daughters car there. I would highly recommend this place. I can't say enough good things about this place and the staff. I Will continue to take all my vehicles there Great prices Great staff Great work Happy customer !! read more

Great reliable service! Doug is honest and guarantees his work. We've been taking our cars here for more than 30 years.

These gentlemen are awesome, they may be busy (because everyone trusts them) but service is always just what you need, never looking to pile on extra charges. I have been happy here since 1994. read more

3 options. Go to the dealer and pay $6.4 million for a tune up, Philberts Fixum to fix what does't need fixing or to Goddard Auto where you will know factually what the problem is and get it fixed right the first time. It takes a day or 2 to get your car in for a reason. I'm 50, pay cash for 2 or 3 year old cars and never sell them, been to many so called repair shops and after finding Goddard Auto 10 years ago I've never went anywhere else. My expedition has 270,000 miles on it and makes it to Marquette and back smoothly and without issues. Above and beyond great minds there. 20 star solid. read more