Mike is the best at what he does. Great service and very knowledgeable about cars and he is also a very nice guy and very helpful. read more

Check engine light for 2004 foreign model. Mike was super pleasant And outstandingly knowledgeable. His diagnosis was exactly correct. Highly recommend. read more

Mike is the most honest mechanic I've ever met. I got my brakes done with him last year and had to get them resurfaced today, probably because I was hard-stopping too often, but he still removed the labor fee and it came out super cheap! I'm so lucky he's right around the corner. Couldn't recommend him enough. read more

Mike is literally the best. You will always get an honest quote for the work he does. We've been bringing our cars there for years now. Same with my parents. We always recommend him when someone asks. read more

An excellent place to get your car fixed. I was so thankful for Keil because they came highly recommended by my neighbors and I understood why. I don't expect my car to be done asap bc I know there are many people who need cars serviced. Not only that, but I didn't make an appointment in advance and I dropped off my car the night before for a window that would not go up and down anymore. But it was done the next day and it worked perfectly. They are no nonsense, hard working, highly knowledgeable mechanics, and totally reasonable with prices and labor. They also have a cold and hot water machine and free instant coffee with snacks like Chocolate-Pie (marshmallow w chocolate cookie). I will keep coming here. Thank you Mike! It's also very convenient and it's right off highway 90. I brought my bike to bike back to leave my car there and the bike was very safe with not busy roads and sidewalks nearby. read more

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Mike and his team are trustworthy and honest. We have taken all three of our Subarus here for years & the team here does a great job. Overall Cost for repairs are reasonable and they will be truthful so say if certain jobs are even necessary. read more

Still my go-to place to get my car repair/maintenance done. As of writing, this was during the COVID-19 restrictions. The waiting area is small, but if you don't mind that and the no-frills of this place, definitely check out Keil's! Mike is the best and he is very professional and well-trusted. I've talked to customers there and one person drove an hour away from Indiana to go to Keil's. As Mike is a great and trust worthy mechanic, this place is ALWAYS busy, so call ahead to get an appointment. What makes him so trust worthy is that he won't have you do a repair that isn't needed. For example, we were concerned about our brakes and in a span of a year, he would tell us we don't need to replace it, you got a few months, and then when it really came time, he said "yes, you definitely should now." When I asked him whether I should be worried about oil dilution on the new 10th gen Honda 1.5L turbocharged GDI engines, he said there's a lot of cars nowadays that have GDI, and that I shouldn't have to worry about it too much, and to just enjoy driving it. I can't argue with that. Much like the waiting indoor area, the parking lot is somewhat small, so expect to park on nearby Melvina side street, or expect to play a little car musical chairs at times. Mike also has great temperament; a customer was hastily backing up her car, playing musical chairs, and almost sideswiped Mike. Without skipping a beat, he helped her diagnose her "Check Engine" light right afterwards. If you're in the northwest side of Chicago (or even if you're not) and you're looking for a really good mechanic, definitely go to Keils read more

Oil change and safety inspection. My 2018 Subaru Outback runs like a top. Mike is always ready to answer questions and he keeps my car running smoothly. Honestly and trustworthy every visit. And the price is nowhere near a dealer's. Extremely satisfied and would recommend his garage. Looks can be deceiving. read more

I went there for the first time on Thursday January 21 2021. Thus place was referred by a good friend. My had a break fluid line bust, my car was undriveable. Met with Mike and right away I felt like he was going to be an honest guy. He gave it to me straight because I have an old car. My car was fixed, but told me of potential other problems that might come up. What he charged me was so reasonable. I am positive I would have been charged 3 times more somewhere else. I'll be going to him forever. UPDATE: 2 years later from my original review, and I am still going to Keil Automotive. This is the best place ever. I always remember how much Norwood Auto took advantage of me. Mike and his staff at Keil Automotive are the best mechanics, this place is honest and very reasonable. They do great work and I will be forever grateful to Mike. I highly recommend them. read more

Mike and his guys are awesome. Great people and their work is amazing. You can leave your car with them and have peace of mind and you don't have to think about it. Very trustworthy people. I take all my cars there. read more

Mike is the best. I've been bringing my family's vehicles here for years. Mike doesn't beat around the bush and tells you straight how it is. I don't think I'd trust taking my vehicle anywhere else. read more

They did my brakes on my car for a very reasonable price. They stay very busy and I do see why because they do great jobs. If you look at Google they have all five star reviews and they definitely earn them. They will work you in and get the job done. The boss also will give you a option of cheaper parts if you need a cheaper option that you could afford. I definitely will recommend. read more

Mike is a professinal, he always helped me with my car. The prices are affordable compare to local mechanics and way lower than dealerships. The biggest thing is I trust him, this is very important. He will explain everything in details not just go over and do his job. Because he is trusted he is always busy, you need to call and get appointment if you need major maintenance. Thanks Mike and keep up the greatness. read more

Mike is very honest and will tell you if you really need the repairs your dealer recommends. He always gives good service and reasonable prices. read more

The only shop I take my Corvette to! Mike is the most honest mechanic I've ever meet. read more

I almost never write reviews. But today I feel called to do so. A friend of mine referred me to his "phenomenal mechanic" in the city. He said his name was "Mike at Keil". That was over 15 years ago. Mike is one of the most honest, reliable and kind people you will ever meet. Over the years my cars have had issues that were not easy to diagnose. Mike is a great diagnostician. I trust him implicitly and have recommended him to countless people over the years and all of them sing his praises. He keeps our cars running smoothly and trouble shoots when needed. He is "simply the best!" and worth the wait. Beth K. read more

Um. Yes yes and yes ! Finally found a mechanic and repair shop that I can trust. It's like finding the chupacabra itself ! I was completely honest with them and they were completely honest with me. I told them what I've been previously told that HAD to be done by other places. They told me what needed to be done and most of what I was told had to be done previously DIDNT. I was expecting to have to shell out so much money but it was so so so reasonable and so within my means it's such a relief when you're not ripped off or taken advantage of! I had to wait some time but that's only because the a holes from Firestone(if you want a good read/laugh I recommend searching for my review on that sick joke of a place) didn't do a good job in the first place and didn't clean thoroughly all the rust I had. So I waited a while but I honestly didn't mind. It got crazy packed throughout the day. They are very popular and busy because they are so good. I recommend calling ahead a day before to let them know when you're coming in. They are open 8-6 M-F and 8-1 on Saturdays. Closed sundays. read more

Mike and his mechanics are awesome. My parent's 2005 Toyota Highlander was making some noise under the hood and the engine light came on. They saved the engine because the truck was running on no oil. The oil pressure sensor was replaced and no more noise. read more

Honest and hard working shop. These people keep busy and always have a lot of work because they have a great and deserving reputation. They were recommended to me by a co-worker, and so I owe him one. Highly recommended... even if this might make them even busier. read more

Mike and the staff at Keil are the most honest and dependable shop around. In addition to doing great work, they are credible and fair. They are very busy which can cause extended service times, to me it's worth the wait. I highly recommend Keil automotive. read more

Mike is awesome...I trust him. Honest and upfront on problems with my cars and I recommend him to all my friends

Simply put, Keil Automotive is the best. We feel so lucky to have honest, and talented mechanics in our neighborhood like the ones at Keil.

They do great work, quickly. In the past 5 years or so, they've changed my oil, replaced probably every light on my car, and fixed my brakes. I appreciate that they do a great job at a fair price. It's best to call ahead to be sure they can fit you in. read more

We are so glad we found Keil. This is an honest repair shop that you can trust. Prices are right, not low but not high. They will get your car running right, or will just change your brakes, whatever you need. read more

We take my wife's car to Keil Auto, and we've been very happy with the service we've gotten. Keith (the Owner I believe) has been very friendly and helpful since we've been going there for the last few years. We were recommended Keil by our real esate agent who helped us buy our house nearby, since that's where he takes his car. Mostly we've had him do oil changes, but he's also replaced our brakes, tires, and a couple small odds and ends. Their prices are fair and reasonable, and the get the work done on-time and as promised. I would highly recommend Keil Auto read more

I've been taking my cars to Keil ever since I started driving. For as long as I've gone there, it was owned by Keith, but Keith sold the garage to Mike last year, and I figure you ought to know that he's just as sharp (if not sharper). I've only met Mike two or three times, but he remembers me and my family pretty well - he knew that my Dad's car was in the shop when I stopped by this morning. Over the weekend I blew out a tire on a nasty pothole. I stopped in at Keil this morning, and Mike found the hole on the side of the tire right away and told me it needed to be replaced. He showed me my replacement options on TireRack.com - he had an opinion on most of the brands - and said he had a local supplier that could get it to him same day for about the same price - five or ten bucks more at most. I told him to go for it - he called me back a few hours later to say the tire had come in, and I'm stopping in tomorrow to get it changed. He's only charging $20 for the labor. I don't know how he stays in business. Oil changes are pretty quick - bring a book, because the waiting room is a little dated. The Northwest Highway bus is steps away, so you can get to Jefferson Park pretty quickly, if you need to get to work. read more

Oxymoron! No not Jumbo Shrimp, but an Honest Mechanic. Mike, who owns Keil Automotive is honest and does wonderful work. He has done brakes and emissions repair on both of our cars. With the skill of a surgeon, he explains the illness, presents you with alternatives, and heals your car. Unlike the medical profession, he provides an estimate and gets you out without delay or hassle. I almost hate to share my honest mechanic with the yelp-o-sphere, but think he deserves the accolades. read more

Had an Emergency tire situation near my house today when I took my Jeep Grand Cherokee through a car wash (Lawrence and Canfield) and the tire rails popped a slow leak in my back wheel. I quickly drove to my local Firestone for repair, however, they apathetically told me they couldn't fix it until tomorrow. My tire was losing oxygen quickly so that was not going to work. I did the only thing I could do at the time and yelped the area for another option. I ran across Kiel Automotive, which wasn't the closest but I noticed that they had great reviews. I knew I would be taking a chance on the 2 mile trek to get there. The stressful drive on a tire that was leaking air was not fun. However I cannot say how glad I was to find this shop. Mike Lee was a complete gentleman and could not have been any kinder. The service was quick and the price was extremely fair. Mike, you may not know it yet, but you have earned a long time customer today. Thank you very much, you somehow turned a bad day into a positive experience. read more

Best ever. I don't even want people to know about this shop as they are already buried by works. Too good to recommend.

Mike Mike Mike. If you own a car in Chicago you need to know Mike. He is smart, professional, never over charges anyone. He is too busy to waste time over charging anyone. Because he is the BEST. read more

Great people and an even better price. Just a good local business who does good to their customers. They have serviced me over 5 times now and I've been happy every time. They are my 'go to' mechanic in the Jefferson Park area. read more

It's hard to find a good, honest mechanic. I'm not painting the entire profession in a negative light but anyone who has received different quotes for the same or related problem knows that's it's tough to know who to trust. I've paid $500 for a repair that I was told later should have cost me $50 and $100 for a temporary repair that caused a $900 problem. Granted, I'm somewhere between "care-free toddler" and "clueless neophyte" on the knows-about-cars scale, but I'm smart--or dumb--enough to know when I've been ripped off, or at least begrudgingly accept the face when I see all the evidence staring me in the face. In the past 25 years, we've had all sorts of parts on all sorts of cars replaced--brakes, coils, shocks, alternators, water pumps, radiators--the list goes on. And maybe, I felt like I was given good, honest service two or three times. Even when I had my entire engine replaced (under warranty) from the dealer, I still felt like they missed something. I needed to get a car looked at recently so I asked around. Two of my friends recommended Keil and the Yelp reviews were on fire, so I bit. Granted, you might have to call a couple of times and leave a couple of messages but do it. Mike is the real deal. Honest, informative and completely fair when it comes to pricing--probably more than fair. What I thought--and was told--would be a $700 to $1,000 repair cost me $100. And the repair actually fixed the problem. No return visit, no "what kind of a man gets ripped off by a mechanic?" judgmental looks from my wife, no receipt-induced anguish or post-repair rage. Instead, a solid repair for an excellent price from a great shop. I mentioned the insanely positive Yelp reviews when Mike handed me my keys and in an almost perplexed way, he said something like "that must be why we're so busy lately." It was this funny, borderline-naive response, a really sweet and honest acknowledgment that while it was nice to get recognized for good work, all the Yelp reviews in the world couldn't define a guy more than his work ethic and honesty. If you need your car fixed, check it our for yourself. read more

The best!!! that's all I can say. I have a 2013 Cadillac, whenever I take it to a dealer I have a feeling that it is just getting worse Thanks to Mike I don't need to feel that way anymore :) Thanks Mike read more

Mike is the owner and head mechanic at Keil... he is always honest, helpful and keeps the cost right. I never feel cheated or uncomfortable when I ask questions about my car...since I am not a car person! I'd definitely recommend him and his shop. read more

Mike and his crew are awesome! Whether the job is small or big, simple or terribly involved, Mike gets the job done in a timely fashion and for a better than fair price...and he's honest!! My car "quit" on me last year, and, rather than go to any of the much closer shops, I chose to have the car towed 15 miles+ to Keil. That's how much I trust Mike, and therefore, didn't mind paying the extra tow charge. read more

I have been taking my cars here since I started driving. I have always been very happy with the work. The reason I started using this shop is because my Grandfather and Father have taken their cars for repair to Keil Automotive. read more

Best auto service I ever visited. Had burning smell coming from my car. These guys fixed it in a heartbeat. Excellent job!

Fair prices, honest assessments, and accommodating to your needs/schedule. I would recommend this place over and over again. I have been going here/working with the mechanics here since I started driving. I have 100% trust in this group of mechanics. read more

Mike, the owner, is the best! We have been taking our cars here several years. I first came to Mike because when I took my car to the dealer for maintenance, they recommended over $500 of services. Mike told me what I really did - and did not - need. Saved me over $300. He has been my mechanic since. He is so honest - will never try to sell you something that's unnecessary. I absolutely trust him! Several of my friends go there and are as satisfied as we are. We moved about 15 miles away, but still take our cars to Mike. My car is 18 years old now, and I'm sure Mike will keep it running well for several more years. Like I said, he's the best! read more

Mike is awesome. accommodating, honest, and offers great prices and fast service. I would not recommend any other mechanic. I trust him 100%. Mike owns the place and he is personally involved, a rare thing to see in mechanic shops. I have been coming here for last couple years and would not be more satisfied. Thank you Mike! Oh free Wi-Fi :) read more

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