I've been taking my vehicles to Panos for a couple years now. They've always done great work for me…read morebut I'd like to share about a recent experience where they truly went above and beyond for us. We have had car trouble with a vehicle we recently purchased over the last few months. The defect in the car is not currently covered by warranty. There is currently a lawsuit against the manufacturer for the defect, but we've had to bear the expense for now and hope ours doesn't have the issue outlined in the suit or be accepted as one of the many plaintiffs on the case. Tim and the rest of the Panos team have been super kind to us, helped us borrow a loaner vehicle to keep our small business running when we desperately needed it, and been more than fair in their dealings with us in a way that I don't many other mechanic shops would... certainly not dealerships nor the majority of larger shops! This group is truly honest, fair and exceptional in what they do! I can't recommend them enough to anyone seeking great service with a business they can trust.

Johnny and his son run this shop. It's been here 15 years. He had another shop down the street…read moreabout 25 years. They are friendly and very helpful. They took my car in immediately. They will give you a ride home and a jump if you need. Reasonably priced. They do it all, from oil changes to engine issues.

This business is family owned and you can really tell. Honest and reliable all the way. Service is…read moretop notch. They'll even give you a ride!

I had been quoted $2600 from Pep Boys to repair our daughter's AC in her 14 year old Acura MDX. I…read moretook the car to Car Care, and Dennis told me the car only needed a hose! It is a hose that is difficult to get to, so the labor and part would be around $465. They were professional, kind, and had our car ready in just a couple of hours. I have told our daughter to only take her car to Car Care from now on! I felt so ripped off by Pep Boys, and so cared for by Car Care. An honest business is a treasure!

I am so disappointed. In all my years of living in Birmingham this is the worst car repair…read moreexperience I have had. These guys are the full price specialists. Watch out the service manager really run up a repair. The owner was unsympathetic and acted like he had better things to do than listen to my concerns. I needed my truck fixed. Their initial quote was higher than another by $140. They have a great looking building on the outside and I assumed I was paying for top notch work. They assured the truck's return later that afternoon, knowing I needed the vehicle for work. They called back and suggested a radiator on top of the requested water pump. They said it would be cheaper to do both. My radiator was working fine, but it was older and I should replace it now. Next, they acted like it was a real challenge for them to fix my vehicle. They had a hard time locating a GM radiator and then kept it through the weekend and again all day Monday. They literally charged me 3 times what it would be from a wholesaler. For a common Chevy radiator, they acted like they did me a favor finding one for $500. I went to them looking for my new repair shop. I feel like they took advantage of me being in a hurry to get it fixed and they lost a potential solid customer. Oddly, they told me my temperature gauge was broken when I went to pick it up. I had already told them to allow the motor to warm up properly. Apparently they didn't bother, the gauge works just fine, but they wouldn't put the time in to really check. Next they accused me of trying to get the gauge fixed for free by lying that it worked when I brought it in. I was flabbergasted, I had to pay a premium price for their late repair, then I got called a liar because they wouldn't even bother warm up the motor on a new radiator installation. I bet they are good mechanics, when they want to be, but they mishandled my repair, wasted my time, and then demanded top dollar after admitting they had no idea how to get my gauge working. They repeatedly told me the diagnostic machine didn't give them an answer so they couldn't fix it. The owner basically called me a liar when actually they were not very thorough with their assessment. Who tells a client you broke his gauge, can't fix it, call him dishonest and then still be wrong about the gauge even being broke? They have lousy people skills and I can only assume they are lazy mechanics. They still have no idea that my temperature gauge works and they just let me leave upset. They offered me no compromise of any kind.

We all have our anecdotes, episodes, and rope-a-dopes concerning the many mechanic shops one might…read morevisit over the years. Through all those trials and tribulations sometimes you stumble upon a diamond in the rough ~this place is a pretty sparkly one. Are they perfect? No. Have I ever had to return to have something re-fixed? Yes. Then, why would I speak so highly of 'em and continue to return with all six of our personal and commercial vehicles? At Auto & Truck Services, aside from a very qualified crew, you'll find the definition of character wrapped up with dependability, honesty and impeccable integrity. The heart and soul of the crew is husband and wife team, Norman & Grace, who have served the town of Birmingham for decades. So, when you see that those rates might be a little higher, understand you get what you pay for. When mistakes are made causing you to have to return, know that they stand behind their work. Lastly, there are endless variations of vehicles, makes, and models. Computer systems and software change with the seasons on the heels of the endless government regulations for emissions, amongst other things. ~Have some grace! For as long as their doors are open I will be a customer.

As a woman or man it's natural to feel nervous about entering a mechanic shop saying " I don't…read moreknow the problem, but I need help." Whether you are at Rob'e man's Asian, or European vehicles you can feel safe knowing whatever the issue, it will be diagnosed, an estimate will be provided, you will receive a call explaining in detail the repair needed before repairs are began. No up sale repairs. Just the facts. People who treat you, how you want to be treated. Repairs that are repaired correctly for a fair price

My car isn't fresh off the assembly line, so she doesn't have all the latest bells and whistles…read morethat newer models boast. That said, the service managers are always pleasant and happy to walk me through what work is needed. The services are consistently handled thoroughly and professionally, which gives me real peace of mind.

Love these people. Have been using them for more than a decade and completely trust them. They…read moredon't do unnecessary work, but take care of everything I need. And the fact they know me and will repair punctured tires without charge is just a bonus.

overpriced and dishonest. I changed my own oil after a service there and the oil was obviously poor…read morequality while I was told it was the best available. stay away

as a woman, it is hard to feel like you can trust the people who are taking care of your car,…read moreespecially when you don't know that much about cars. However, since the first time that I came to Franklin automotive, not only was I well taken care of, but I was given trustworthy and reliable information. Today was the third time that they have taken care of my car in the past three years, and the service was incredible! I had planned to wait at a coffee shop nearby, and they offered to drive me there so that I could wait comfortably for my car service to be done. When it was over, they called me and sent someone to pick me up, every person who I have interacted with at Franklin automotive is not only kind but also very good at their job. So grateful for this auto repair shop!

If you are looking for honest, professionals look no further than…read more Franklin Automotive. Whether it's time for your car's regular scheduled maintenance, ( or if you run a little over the schedule ‍) Franklin's Automotive is a place you can trust to only do the repairs you approve first.

Paul spoke to me over the phone about problems on my 03 SL55 AMG. Took it to him for repair on a…read morecouple of them. Work done well and pretty quick considering amount of work done. Car better now. More work to be done - will return. Recommend.

I owned a 2001 mercedes e class 4matic -prior to sale the car needed TLC and items repaired - I was…read morevery happy with the service and the repairs. The communication was excellent all completed as requested.

I paid 3800 hundred dollars to have my transmission fixed it lasted seven weeks and now they don't…read morewant to fix it ( Thay or crooks)

Hard working, personable, honest, and highly skilled. We don't take our vehicles anywhere else…read more Can't say enough good things about the work Borella's does and the integrity of everyone there. Highly recommend them.