When I moved across the country nine years ago, one of the first things I needed was a reliable,…read morehonest mechanic -- and thanks to a string of solid referrals, I found exactly that at Frantz Auto in Cary. Over the years, they've gotten to know my family and our vehicles well. They've always been clear about what needs fixing now versus what can wait -- something I really appreciate in a shop. No pressure, just honest advice. Most recently, I brought in our 2014 Mazda CX-5 for a North Carolina safety inspection so I could get it registered. While there, I mentioned a pretty annoying AC condensation issue that was flooding the passenger-side footwell. I'd already tracked down one clogged hose thanks to YouTube, but the other one was buried near the firewall and out of reach. They cleared both hoses quickly and affordably -- problem solved. A few months earlier, they also helped with my son's car, doing an inspection and tune-up following his motorcycle accident back in December. Their kindness and professionalism during that time meant a lot to our family. The Frantz family is truly amazing, and I recommend them to anyone looking for a trustworthy, no-nonsense auto shop in the area. Can't say enough good things.

I've been a customer of Franz automotive for a number of years...probably over 10, actually…read more They've worked on a wide variety of vehicles for me, including a 2006 Toyota 4Runner, a 2006 Mercedes SLK350, a 2020 RAM 1500, and a 1956 Chevrolet 210. Everything from oil changes to manifold/carburetor replacement to brake work to fuel-injection work. Always quality work, always reasonable prices, always nice people, and always done in a timely manner. I don't have much good to say about a lot of service industries these days, but Frantz Automotive never disappoints. Don, Lisa, Darrell, and the rest of the staff are all top-notch, as is the shop's work.

Reasonable price, great owner, and nice location…read more Came in for an oil change and to track down the cause of a recurring stall issue with my Volkswagen Tiguan. The mechanic listened, asked good follow-up questions, made sure he understood the problem before drawing any conclusions, and then diagnosed it cleanly. The part arrived within the window he quoted (2-3 hours), was installed without fuss, and the final bill was reasonable. What stood out as much as the technical work: he flagged a slow coolant leak and a minor oil leak -- this is an older car, so neither was a shock -- but there was no pressure to pile on services. He showed me rough estimates so I'd have them when I'm ready and left the decisions to me. That kind of straightforward, no-upsell approach is rarer than it should be. The waiting area is a genuine plus: free wifi, a table big enough to work at, and a small fridge with complimentary drinks, large TV. My one suggestion would be to add a coffee in the AM. Also, the door to the reception currently reads "B". Might want to avoid any confusion with better signage. That said, I am a big fan of this establishment and will be using them for repairs in the future (apparently sooner than I want :) Bonus: he pointed me to a wonderful Indian place across the street, Biryani, which I'd highly recommend if you have time to kill while your car is being worked on.

My experience at honest automotive was smooth and hassle free. I originally came in for an oil…read morechange and to get my tires checked out and was quoted $105 which I felt was a fair price. I ended up needing more work done and while it was expensive as cars are it didn't cost an arm and a leg. Gia the manager was also just pleasant to talk to and very communicative overall. She even offered to let me come around the desk to type in my credit card number for privacy which I felt was a thoughtful gesture. Overall my experience was great and my car feels better! Thanks honest automotive!

David is hands down the best mechanic!!! He is very reasonable in cost and he will help in any way…read morepossible, even if you are stranded with a broken car! Thank you, David!!

David is great to work with. He's an honest man and has never tried to"overselling" me. He's been…read moreable to help me out in a pinch and I will be going to him from now on. Very happy with the service.

We bring both our cars here and have had great experiences every time. What stands out most is…read moretheir honesty. I never feel like I'm being upsold or overcharged. In auto repair, trust is everything, and this shop has earned mine. Highly recommend, though selfishly, I hope they don't get too popular.

I was in a pinch due to a flat tire and they put a spare on at no cost. Much appreciated!!!read more

So I brought in my 2010 Jeep last year everything went well…read more Now I brought in my wife's Prius. Toyota wanted +$500 to fix the lights. I talked to Dylan here at Cary Car care. He seemed unfazed at the problem and on the spot helped me out. Said " I could probably fix this in about 10 minutes". Total cost ~$80. A big difference than all day at Toyota for hundreds of dollars more. Another reason to spend you money on small local businesses. Thanks guys!

My car broke down and was towed to Cary Car Care after being recommended by GEICO. I was initially…read moretold the diagnostic fee would be $130, but ended up being charged $176. Later that evening, they called with a repair estimate of $2,156 to replace the radiator fan, thermostat, and tires, plus $309 just to refill the antifreeze. When I called to ask about alternatives, they only reduced the price by $20. That felt excessive, so I decided to get a second opinion. I ended up going to NC Complete Auto Care, where the radiator fan was replaced for $881. They didn't charge for refilling the antifreeze and said the thermostat wasn't an issue and did not need to be replaced. They also let me know I could safely wait on the tires for a couple more months. I appreciated the transparency and will be taking my business there from now on. I can't recommend Cary Car Care based on my experience.

Absolutely the worst experience--avoid this shop at all costs!…read moreMy first visit years ago was awful, and while the owner did make things right, the shop manager was rude and unprofessional then--and nothing has changed. Recently, I had another terrible experience that confirmed I will never return. Three years ago, I paid Tao Auto to replace my timing belt and water pump for the first time. My truck had 322,000 miles at the time. Fast forward to NOW: my truck started making strange noises, so I took it to nearby mechanic. They told me the water pump was leaking and the timing belt needed replacing. So I had my truck towed to my regular mechanic, who said the same thing--and even noted the parts looked like original factory components. That's shocking because I paid Tao Auto for this exact job three years ago! My truck now has 356,000 miles, meaning only about 25,000 miles since the repair. Major repairs like this typically come with an 80,000-mile warranty, so I called Tao Auto. The manager was unbelievably rude and dismissive, repeating that the warranty was only 12 months and insisting they used "good parts." No accountability, no willingness to even inspect the vehicle, nothing. As a paying customer, this is unacceptable. It makes me question whether the work was ever done properly--or done at all. This shop clearly does not value honesty or customer service. The manager's attitude and honesty is the reason my first visit was horrible, and it's the reason I'll never go back. If you care about your vehicle and your money, stay far away from Tao Auto.

Tao Auto is the Best!!! They deliver Superior Value and…read moreCustomer Service Every Time. We recently had a safety concern with our Toyota. Even though they were booked solid, they worked in my daughter's car and took care of it so she could get back on the road safely and make her trip to Wilmington. They are the epitome of Customer Service and Value!

John did my brakes in my driveway, so convenient. Needed pads and rotors and did it so much…read morecheaper than taking it to a dealer. Excellent job. A+​

Awesome quick and fast service. Would def use services again. John was on time, efficient and knew…read moreeverything that needed to be done. Thanks!

Took vehicle in to have the battery replaced due to service recommendation from dealer. Had…read morepreviously used Christian brothers, and they did not disappoint as they took care of the installation and the cost was reasonable.

Provided an overall inspection. Took great care of myself and the vehicle. Also, had alternative…read moreoptions to get to and from!

The owner, Jay, is so thorough, knowledgeable and unbelievably honest. I've been going to this shop…read morefor several years and the level of service I've received from him and his team is superb! The prices are better than most...along with the service. I'm just sad thinking that at some point when I move away, I can't take Jay and his people with me. :'-( Finding a great mechanic is HARD! Its right up there with finding a good doctor or being close to a gas station that's consistently $.10/gallon lower than the others. LOL

Prices are fare and service was great in the end. I requested to come to my apartment for brake…read morereplacement after a dealer's inspection. Although I ordered only the front brake replacement: listed ~$150, they tried to charge me for inspection too: ~$350. I called them and they quickly changed the price. I am satisfied with their service overall.

My daughter scheduled a trip check, battery check and have them look at her front tires due to a…read moreclicking noise. She was heading out of town the next day and wanted some peace of mind. Bill, put the car in the lift and did his inspection after he checked the engine area. He brought my daughter to her car and showed her a couple areas of concern That will need to be addressed in the future but not critical at this point. My daughter was really impressed with Bill's professionalism and willingness to explain things to her. She is a grad student at NCSU and needs to develop a relationship with an honest and reputable service center. From what she told me, it looks like she's found it. I trust my daughter's car to Bill and his staff. These folks have earned a strong reputation in Cary. They are definitely worth a look.

I was taking my daughters car for an oil change, but were I wanted to go was closed. Found this…read moreplace on Yelp and I am so glad I did. Very friendly, family operation that is a full service mechanic shop. Prices were reasonable and they took me out to the car and pointed out a couple of things. One we were aware of, but not the other. They actually told me the new issue was not anything they would recommend fixing. How is that for an honest mechanic! I will be sending them all my business in the future as well. Highly recommend!!