I was initially hesitant to come to this establishment based on the reviews here on yelp, but I REALLY needed an oil change! I actually had a VERY pleasant experience! Much better than at car dealerships. I was kindly informed that I need to drive around to the other side, before I even got out of my car, an employee came out to kindly ask if I was here for service. When I did drive around to the back I was greeted promptly and lead to the waiting area where my information was taken down. This gentleman was professional, courteous, and he actually looked at me while speaking to me. In fact they all did! I must of dealt with 4 different guys while I was there, and I never felt uneasy, or like they were being weird or sketchy, like they were trying to rip me off, cause I'm a girl and I don't "know about cars," (though I would venture to say my small bit of knowledge is more than most). On the contrary, it was always a respectful interaction!
Perhaps it is the proximity of the customer to their to the car (because you can see everything that is going on with your car, from sitting in the chair in the waiting area), which lends itself to a more trusting experience. I don't typically wait around with a screen in front of my face, I sit around and observe or read. In this case I was just watching these hardworking guys, hustle! The were doing their thing, working hard, being a team, with a seemingly good attitude and friendliness as they shouted out their routine car protocols. Perhaps it is is the fact that these guys actually have to directly see and speak to the owners of the vehicles, that lends itself to a better experience. Keith and Benjamin were really sweet and helpful. Keith explained the findings of their routine inspection (my car needed some TLC) and was patient and answered all my questions. Benjamin who was working on my car let me come out see how he change the filter to my engine and allowed me to ask questions (so I could do it myself next time!) Again, I am a girl here, and it was not like they were hitting on me (at all). They were just sweet, helpful, friendly and respectful.
On a final note, I should add that I had to return the next day, because I needed the engine belt replaced, and the had to order the part. My experience on day 2 was just as pleasant, if not more, for I had my 2 year old daughter with me and the guys that were there were again super friendly with me and her :) (despite it being close to closing time).
Apparently, it is their custom to drive the vehicle out to the front and leave the door open and a red mat at our car door for you to get "red carpet treatment," when you are leaving the establishment. I got it on day 1, which put an unexpected smile on my face, but on day two, they left the doors open and put red carpets down for both my daughter and I! :) Way-to-go guys! read more