We recommend Prospect Auto without hesitation! Derrick and his entire team do great car work and…read moreprovide professional service. My husband has been bringing his cars to this shop In West Orange for decades at this point and trusts them wholeheartedly to do repairs and perform maintenance. The other day, he told me that he goes here because they have a reputation of being honest and doing quality work at fair prices. I really rely on the car for work, so having the car in good shape is important. I want to feel confident and safe while driving the car each day and going out on the road. So I'll bring our car here for regular oil and filter changes. Recently, I brought the car over to the garage for a couple of jobs to be completed: rear brake pad and rotor service, front suspension ball joint and valve cover gasket replacements, and a wheel alignment. Very happy with the work!

Finding a good, honest, and reliable mechanic is the Holy Grail for any car owner. Derrick…read moresucceeded where two other mechanics across town had failed. Not only was the diagnosis absolutely correct, but it was explained in a way that actually made sense without talking down to me. Derrick and his team have been my mechanics since I moved to West Orange in 2018, and at this point I trust them completely with my cars. They're straight shooters. If something can wait, they'll tell you. If something needs attention now, they'll show you why. No pressure, no mystery charges, no unnecessary parts swapping. From a technical standpoint, their diagnostics have been consistently spot-on. They don't just throw parts at a problem hoping something sticks; they take the time to trace the root cause, whether it's electrical, drivetrain, or something more subtle that other shops miss. The work is done right the first time, and I've never had to come back for the same issue. Pricing is fair, turnaround times are realistic, and communication is excellent. They treat you like a long-term customer, not a one-time invoice. Shops like this are rare, and if you're looking for a place you can stick with for years, this is it. I recommend them without hesitation.

On October 17, 2025, I paid to this mechanic 609.70 plus 150 in advance and 50 more that he charme…read moreI don't know why. My Wife car was at parking lot at aviation plaza and for ignorant trying to get a fast fix i contact this person, right away he charge me 150.00 and 609.70 next day, he sent a mechanic with a little van; this person doesn't even have a car scanner diagnostic tool the car was having problem and do no start, he started to try many things and he finished putting down the gas tank and replaced the gas pump but the car still w/o start; then the guy took 2 or 3 hours i can't remember to get a fuse and the end the motor started 2 days after that the check engine light come out to the panel, I bought a car scanner diagnostic tool and find put it was P0451, so simple. so, by been lazy i never bring my car to his mechanic (CAMANO SERVICES ) in New point Road, Elizabet, now i'm dropping my car on CAMANO and I will let you know what really happen with my wife car. But i recommended never, never, never bring a car to this guy or company. One more thing I know my English is regular to bad but the mechanic that he sent doesn't speak English at all and I barely understand the guy because he speak portuguese and the Spanish (language that i speak is so close to the portuguese language).

From the owner: With a personalized approach and state-of-the-art equipment, we ensure accurate diagnostics and…read moreeffective solutions to keep your vehicle running smoothly. Whether it’s routine maintenance or emergency repairs, you can trust our expertise to deliver high-quality results. Fast and reliable. We will provide you a safe and guaranteed diagnostic and service to your vehicle. We will offer the best certified technician for each of your need as of Brakes, tune-up, oil change and computer diagnostic. More than 15 years on the automotive business. Reliable and trustworthy. We will provide a clean and quick service on your vehicle at your job site, house or company. We are a team of highly skilled professionals committed to providing excellent, fast and convenient on-site mechanical services.

Super fast and attentive service. Has small leak in my tire and they plugged within 20 minutes…read more Hard to know from outside looking in as more of a car yard but don't let that stop you from getting work done here

Always making sure what you need and getting you Back on the road as soon as he can. It's good to…read morefind a mechanic who is honest and reliable.

Good people there. We liked discussing the needed work with them. After a "collision" with a strong…read moregate in a parking garage we needed a new front bumper cover, which on this car is practically the whole front, and anew side mirror. It takes time to get the parts, but they did a very good job putting everything together and the car looked great. Also: the in-town location puts it in walking distance for many people.

While it is very convenient to leave your car for maintenance and then travel to work via NJ…read moreTransit, it is costly. Oil change, tire rotation, and cabin air filter, cost twice the price I paid for the same service at the dealer. Also, though asked to call if service other than the requested oil change and tire rotation was needed, no call was made and addition maintenance was performed.

My Volkswagen was misfiring and multiple mechanics could not find the issue including the official…read moreLyndhurst Volkswagon service center. I was almost ready to give up and I tried Kars Automotive and they found the issue and resolved it on my first visit for a fraction of what I spent at the other places. I have learned my lesson and will only be bringing my car back here in the future for any maintenance or work that is needed. What a delight to have a mechanic that listens to you and resolves the issue and does not find other ways to get more money from you. Ten out of ten.

Had my timing belt done at Kars 2 years ago, and it broke within 2 years, took it back to Kars told…read moreJimmy a banging noise is coming from the side of the timing belt, Jimmy check it, he said it was a rod that's broke, and I needed another engine. I told him it sound like my timing belt, he insisted it wasn't. He said it should last another 6 months or even a year. 2 weeks later going to work, yelp, it broke, my belt. Stuck on the Parkway. So NJ Parkway tow truck charge me $337.75 to get towed to Honda. I thought Honda was going to say, I needed another engine like Jimmy from Kars said I did. Nope they said it was a failed timing belt. I forgot to say I asked Jimmy should I take it to Honda, he said for what, they can't do anything either but put another engine in it. Why would he lie to me, after being a great customer too? Now I had to pay for another timing belt, oil pump cause it ruined it somehow.$ 1,586.98 later, still mad.

Been here twice to get a tire replaced. They are efficient as well friendly, kind and attentive.read more

I am very surprised and impressed at the level of service at M and R. You can't tell from the…read moreoutside, but this place is legit. Al and his team are caring and quick. Great service! I needed two tires for my BMW, and they were able to get a hold of them within hours and call me to get them changed out. I had to call a lot of other major tire shops and no one had the pirellis in stock. I highly recommend M and R. Would come back again for sure

Pretty sure this is the first time I've ever reviewed a gas station, but my most recent experience…read morehere compels me. The typical service station attendant either greets you with a grunt (if at all) or makes you feel like you've just inconvenienced him by forcing him to put his phone down (heaven forbid!) for a minute in order to open the fuel tank and punch the right buttons on the pump. Not here. There's a cat who works at this Sunoco. He's got long gray hair and Navy-style tattoos on his arms. I'm guessing from the other reviews that his name is Joe. This guy is the Bruce Springsteen/James Brown of gas station attendants. In an era of decreasing professionalization, he BRINGS IT - 100 percent of the time. I pulled in this morning and he greeted me with an ebullient, "Hey, brother! How ya doin'? What can I get for ya?" I said, "Can I get it filled regular, please?", and he responded with a, "No problem!" Then he took my card, went over to the pump, and launched into a very convincing cover of The Fortunes' "Here Comes That Rainy Day Feeling Again" - a song that I always turn off when I hear it on the radio but that somehow sounded fresh and groovy coming from his pipes. This is a man who truly enjoys his work and thrives on brightening up his customers' days. As soon as I was filled up, he closed the cap, printed out my receipt, brought it over to me, and with a big smile said, "You have yourself a great day now." This is how every professional - whether at the bank, the post office, the electrician, etc. - should treat his or her customers. If you're anywhere in the West Orange/Montclair/Livingston area and you need gas, do yourself a favor and drive the extra distance to fill up here.

Essex Green Sunoco provided great service, and the staff was friendly, efficient, and helpful. The…read morestation was clean, easy to access, and the transaction was quick and hassle-free. My only complaint is the price of the gas. Filling up 11 gallons here cost me about $20 more than it would have back home in Goose Creek, South Carolina. While I understand gas prices can vary by location, the difference was definitely noticeable. Overall, the customer service was excellent, but be prepared for higher fuel prices if you're traveling through the area. 5/5 Service with a smile 5/5 Proximity to hotel 5/5 Cleanliness 3/5 Prices

Best automotive shop!…read more Dave (the owner) is one of the nicest and most sincere people I deal with. Dave has constantly provided me with excellent service and fair pricing. Anyone I recommended to him has always commented how happy they are with the service and pricing. Oil changes, tires, rim replacements, brakes, general maintenance... All top notch! Highly recommend you visit Dave!

We had a great experience with Dave. We wanted to get our Subaru looked at for a variety of minor…read moreissues and strange noises. In the process he discovered that our rear brakes were completely rusted up . He gave us an itemized list of all the work and parts, explained everything, and let us decide what we wanted to get done. We wound up going for everything as recommended by him. Best of all, the work was pretty quick! Great shop, very trustworthy.

terrible service. had a friend of mine have their car sitting for MONTHS. Getting told they don't…read moreknow what's wrong with it when that's literally your job to find out. then once we threatened to come there they miraculously found out what's wrong.

We are traveling from Connecticut to my son's wedding in DC on the Garden State in New Jersey when…read morethe battery light comes on. We find an Auto Zone and have the battery checked, a bad alternator. They recommend a nearby shop which doesn't have time today so they send us next door to alpha. In two hours the alternator is fixed and the car is ready to go. Can't recommend this place enough. They were relaxed, professional and got the work done without problem for a fair price. Crisis averted.

Great guys who know what they're doing and are honest. Exactly what you want. If you go to the…read moredealer and get an obscene price, stop by here instead. You won't get a free car wash, but you'll probably save a few grand.

DO NOT USE THIS SHOP! My experience isn't based off one incident either, this shop has two strikes…read morewith me and will not be given the chance at a 3rd. 1st strike was them putting cheap brakes on my car that squeaked ever since I got the vehicle back. 2nd strike was them stealing out my vehicle and trying to play me like I'm some stupid kid. This shop had more of a reason to steal what was stolen than I do to accuse them of it. Fuck this place and I'm still contemplating on making a police report!