Literally the most annoying, obnoxious three guys I've ever seen working. They were playing…read morebasketball with the parts and yelling the entire time. They said something about checking tires and the guy didn't look and said "they are all running" despite the attempted joke, it was completely loud and obnoxious. Thank God I won't be going back here. Luckily the kids weren't with me with the cussing. Mustache, glasses, and the kid need to find somewhere else. I hope they were paying attention. I have a long drive ahead

I decided to hit up the opening day for Dutch Bros right next store and realized I could sip away…read moreon my drink while getting my oiled changed here. The crew slid me right thru the doors and got busy immediately. They performed the standard lights check and then worked the oil change. I'm pretty certain I was in and out of there in no time. I even mention to them on my way out that it was like a NASCAR pit stop lol. The only service not performed was the tire check, but I had new tires put on just a few days before that. Final Vote: I'd return

Was referred to them by another shop nearby. Jacob is very, very, knowledgable and showed his…read moreexperience by what he recommended and what he advised against. All in all it was like having the shop be on your side to save money. I trust them and will go back.

I was told by Nicole that it would take 30 minutes to an hour to change my brakes. After 2 hours I…read moreasked how much longer it would be and She said just 30 additional minutes. It then took longer than an hour for them to finish after that for a total of over 3 hours. After I drove off, the breaks were making a horrible screeching noise. I went back and they said it was the backing scraping against something and hit it with a metal tool to fix it. The noise stopped but I'm not super confident in the quality of the installation.

Wonderful, kind service Juan and Teryn couldn't have been…read moremore helpful I absolutely will not hesitate to stop in to this location (Juan Tabo NE) next time I am in need of battery service And they do so much more! Thank you Juan!!!

I'd think twice if you value your time. I called the location and was told they could resurface my…read morebrake rotors and that it would take about 90 mins. A half hour later, I showed up, dropped off my rotors and was told they needed to measure my rotor thickness to make sure they're serviceable. That takes a couple mins with a micrometer. I was told to expect a phone call in the next 20-30 mins. 90 mins later, I called and nobody has had a chance to look at them yet, but the tech was going to look right now and to expect a call back in 5 mins. An hour later, I showed up and the guy at the counter said they were serviceable but nobody has started in them yet. I collected my parts, went next door to the parts store and got new rotors. I gave them half the day and couldn't wait any longer because I had things to do. I definitely won't be back.

Finding an honest mechanic feels impossible these days, but Advantage Automotive is the real deal…read more Fast, reliable, and transparent every single time. The staff is genuinely friendly, not that forced customer service smile you get at the dealership, but actual people who seem to enjoy what they do and who they do it for. In an industry full of upsells, scare tactics, and condescending attitudes, these guys are a just not that way. They tell you what you need, what can wait, and they get it done without drama. I never leave feeling like I got played and that is worth more than I can put a price on. If you are tired of dealing with grumpy money chasers and just want a shop you can trust, this is the place. I will not be going anywhere else.

I'm an retired older woman, and I've been to many good repair shops in my 21 years in ABQ (I need…read moreto insert that Toyota dealerships are so bad). But Advantage Automotive is excellent. The best I've ever been to. Great work. Transparent. Fair costs. I also like that they support active military and military veterans). You can't go wrong here. This is an honest review. I don't work for AA, and I don't know anyone who does.

Buyer beware!!! I had a coupon for a "Free" A/C check at this Meineke. Apparently, "free" means a…read more"visual check." They will look at it, with their eyes, for no charge, but they will charge you for any other action. I contacted the Better Business Bureau but Meineke refused to honor the "free" A/C check. I will never go to a Meineke ever again. Instead, go to Jiffy Lube at 3640 Eubank where you WILL get a truly free A/C check. I showed up without an appointment, waited only 20 minutes, and was given a full diagnostic on my A/C system for no charge. They were very knowledgeable, professional, and polite and I would definitely go back.

This is for the Juan Tabo/Indian School location/…read more I purchased a used car that needed a new exhaust--the previous owner had removed the muffler and made a real mess of the cat-back pipe. (This is a 2016 Ford Fiesta ST, which has some special needs.) Travis consulted with me extensively about what I wanted in terms of sound and performance and created an exhaust system that is just about perfect. The noise level is good, and the sound is right on. It was a little expensive, but worth it for the collaborative work and the excellent quality. I was impressed.

mark Roberts store manager was a some recommend 10/10 good service good peoples. Fixed my tire no…read moreproblem and helped me out without a bunch of extra costs

UPdate to my last update. WHEN WILL I LEARN? MAYBE NOW I WILL REMEMBER NOT TO GO TO BIG TIRE FOR…read moreOIL CHANGES? Unfortunately, I did not heed my own advice as posted in 2024. My issue? Going in for synthetic oil changes and being charged 4x's more than quoted specials + coupons. I am so tired of trying to understand their invoicing. And, now I have had it and I vow NEVER TO RETURN. Case in point, They had a March oil change special advertised at $49.99 "$49.99 Healthy Car Special includes: * Full synthetic oil change up to 5 quarts * Free tire rotation * Free alignment check * Free brake check * Free multi-point vehicle inspection * Belts & hoses check * Fluid check * Free windshield wiper fluid top-off* I do get new filters 1 x per year. So how much did my oil change actually cost? $150 plus change === and this is with a supposed $80 discount. Ironically, when I compare this year's oil change to my last one, I was charged $44 for "labor" this year - whereas last year's oil change was $177 with discounts but there was no labor charge. I have my last 2 oil change invoices. They do not do a line by line cost for parts - so I really have no idea what the filters cost. I assume between $50 and $60 each. I lived in Illinois most of my life and had only 2 mechanics. The first one retired and sold his business. The second one, I still call him on occasion for advice. I have been in ABQ 5 years now and still have not found my shop and my mechanic. It is sad and shameful!.

1 Star - Deceptive Practices and Unnecessary Repairs…read more I'm writing this review to warn others about what appears to be a pattern of deceptive behavior at this location. Both a friend of mine and I have had nearly identical experiences that suggest intentional manipulation. A Friend's Experience: My friend brought car in for a routine oil change. The car was NOT leaking oil beforehand. After the service, the service advisor claimed the car had a leaky oil pan gasket, and sure enough, the car was suddenly leaking oil. Suspicious of this convenient timing, my friend took the car to Advantage Automotive for a second opinion. Their mechanic discovered that a plug/screw was simply loose--that was the entire problem. The oil pan gasket was in perfectly good condition. My friend spent hundreds of dollars just to discover that the mechanic misled about needing an expensive repair. My Experience (December 9, 2025): I came in for an oil change. My car had NO oil leaks prior to service. Immediately after the oil change was finished, the service advisor told me I had a leaky oil pan gasket--the exact same claim made to my mother. And just like with her car, I found fresh oil stains in my garage that hadn't been there before. The service advisor also claimed I needed a new battery, despite my battery being under 5 years old, functioning perfectly, and showing no physical signs of damage or corrosion. *Update* I had the battery's condition verified by an AutoZone employee - the battery is fine (hadn't been giving me issues at all also). Secondly, engine's oil level is just above the hot end and, after a few days, is not leaking any oil. I think my oil pan was just overfilled. The Pattern is Clear: When the same shop makes the same dubious diagnosis to two people after services where the problem didn't exist beforehand, it's not coincidence--it's a business model. It appears this location may be deliberately creating or misrepresenting problems to generate unnecessary repair business. I cannot recommend this shop to anyone. If you do go here, get a second opinion before authorizing any work beyond what you originally requested. Better yet, find an honest mechanic who won't manufacture problems that don't exist.

CS owner! no name or contact info? your price gouging is nutts! i have had multiple quotes on this…read morevehicle , then they tried to sell me stuff i didnt need! WHY?? these pads cost 50 to at most 100 for ceramic brakes, turning rotors is minimal. you want to charge 350 minimum on this job for rear pads?? WOW! shady practices when others NEVER stated we needed shocks, oil change. rude upselling practices as stated in many previous customer experiences!!

We had such a great experience here. Izzy was very knowledgeable and helpful. I love that when we…read morewent the had a community box to give back to Albuquerque.

Brian was extremely knowledgeable & helpful as he assisted me to determine the right tire pressure…read morein my new SUV.

My last oil change was a nightmare when they tell me my oil plug is stripped and needs a $50 plug I…read morecan only use once. Now they tell me they aren't responsible for stripping the pan. And the plug isn't even something they do anymore. See picture the plugs "sufficiency" Needless to say they have lost a long standing customer who previously gave them 5

This is my go-to oil change place! Fast, friendly and they inform me of any issues with my vehicle…read morebefore charging me. I usually take my car to the dealership, but oil changes here are quicker. They have a few add on services they provide but don't pressure too much to purchase them. I can usually find a coupon on jiffy lube website, or retailmenot.com. Worth every penny!

Was driving through town heading back home to San Jose. Engine light came on just as I pulled into…read moretown for the night. I was on a tight schedule to get back home. James was the first to respond to multiple quote requests. He arrived promptly first thing in the morning, assess the problem, efficiently, and got me on my way. James is a very professional and knowledgeable mechanic. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.

I was driving my 2007 6.0 power stroke F350 from Mississippi to California. I woke up early in the…read moremorning in Albuquerque and the truck would not run. It was the EGR valve that was shot. I called James at 6:30. He was there within an hour and had me on the road by 9 o'clock. We had to go to AutoZone to get a new EGR valve. He is extremely knowledgeable extremely honest and a great guy. Thank you so much James for taking care of me and getting me back on the road quickly. I would recommend this company to anyone.