More than a nightmare. A life changing experience. I had an accident around 10/30/21…read more I waited until 8/22 before I took my 2019 Infinity Q60 red line sport to Sterling Auto collision, (SAC), because I loved my car. It was driving fine. Visibly it looked llike rminor damage. Fender, grill, bumper, and deployed airbag. I've never had a nice car, so I was enjoying it while I could. Thought I'd get a pretty car. Maybe my life would change.  It did. 2 initial checks were written by State Farm to start work, 8/22 and 10/22 totaling $16,152.60. Additional amendments to damage kept coming. 1/23 for $4658.50, for headlights. 2 headlights that worked perfectly for 9 months, while I drove my pretty car. They bought brand new headlights. Why? Why that much? IT'S NOT A FERRARI. I doubt Ferrari headlights cost that much, especially if nothing is wrong with them. Slow poking for a year, to 8/23. Another check, written directly to Sterling, for $3962.92. Up another $8621.42. Now they're were at $24,777.62. But wait, there's more, we're not done. NOT EVEN CLOSE. They almost double that #. Bleeding me as I made $1000 a month payments on loan and ins., for almost 1 1/2 years. Trying to destroying my life. Like the family they almost ruined about the same time. They gave SAC an F on BBB. Unfortunately I have no family. My prospects become dimmer day by day. Because of SAC.  Time passed, they dragged on, stalling, not answering calls, no emails or calling me once. My calls went unanswered, or ignored. Once, I reached Joey, the owner. I asked, "where's my car, why has it taken well over a year"? He says, "let me check on that, puts me on hold10 minutes, then hangs up on me. That's how they treated me, LIKE TRASH. They knew all the angles. What they could get away with. Masters of deception, with no consciencee. Thinking there are no consequences for violating others. No mercy, just one goal. The art of the scam. Joey's peons, Mel and others, constantly stalled, lied, schemed. Working their magic. Over 13 months into "their project" I stopped in, to inspect the condition of my car and make sure it would still start, as it baked in full sun, totally diccoloring my dash, but still with that new car smell.. Thankfully it started right up.That high performance engine, on a car I could only dream of. Honestly, I had'nt seen much of anything done on it, except the fender. The bumper hung on the wall, as Mel said, that's it, we're almost finished. "When will it be done?", I said. Mel says,"it only needs 2 MORE WEEKS, we need to get it out  of here". More time passed as State Farm kept paying. Oddly, directly to Sterling, instead of me, that I'd transfer to SAC. The coup de gras de fraud was when SF wrote a final check for...GET THIS, $23,164.01! Then SAC abandoned the car at Infinity of Austin, for the finishing touche. That airbag, an outrageously priced one. I called Infinity to check on the airbag. "Is it installed?", they said, "we know nothing about an airbag. Car was dropped off and SAC said, IT WON'T START". I said, are you telling me you never got $23,000 to put an airbag in?"  There I was, making $1,000 payments for allmost 18 months om a loan & ins. It was obvious I was never going to get my car back. It was taken by Cinch Auto finance, after they were told it was ABANDONED, with only 4k to payoff a loan. SICK! The only nice car I've owned. Driving stinky work trucks for over 40 years. The $23,164.01?  What happened to that? Pocketed by SAC. A little "bonus". The pleasure derived by F****** ME, and getting very well paid for that privaledge. When I called up Sterling and asked "what happened to the $23k? It was Mel or another peon who said, "oh, we spent that $ on parts for the airbag. I said, "then why in the hell did you send it to infinity, after telling me you were not qualified to install airbags?!" Frauds, liars, manipulators, schemers, theives.

I am writing to express my profound disappointment with the service provided by Sterling Auto…read moreconcerning the repair of my vehicle following hail damage. My experience has been fraught with delays, subpar workmanship, and a lack of effective communication. Timeline and Financial Commitment: * June 2024: I entrusted my vehicle to Sterling Auto for repairs related to hail damage. * August 2024: I remitted the full payment of $11,524.46 ,anticipating a comprehensive and timely restoration. Issues Encountered: * Incomplete Repairs: After nine months, several components, including the windshield, moonroof glass, and various trim, remain either unprepared or not relaced. Some parts under the hood are missing. * Substandard Workmanship: The trunk was improperly reinstalled, and the vehicle emblems were not reattached, reflecting a lack of attention to detail. * Management Instability: The frequent turnover of managers has contributed to inconsistent communication and a lack of accountability. Mel, Demetri and then Abel. Also Joey Hayes the owner was contacted but never responded as well. * Communication Deficiencies: Repeated attempts to obtain updates via emails and phone calls have largely been unreturned, leaving me without clear information regarding the status of the repairs. The vehicle was returned to me upon my request for use in financial needs, after a check was handed to the manager at the time Mel in person for $11,524.46, with a promise to repair the vehicle in a timely manner at a later date in one business day. That was in August of 2024. The repairs are yet to be completed. Communication with the multiple new managers was dragged on with promises of looking into it and looking into parts. We met with Abel in person on Feb 17th. He promised the trim, windshield, moonroof and other parts would be ordered and replaced. Even including reattaching my left mirror which was unrelated to this event. I drove 3 hours there (I have moved since) and then drove 3 hrs back in the middle of the week. On Thursday March 6th at 1:21pm was the last communication from Abel (the manager) stating he was looking into parts. The same excuse given for months and months. At that time I asked for my money back. There was no response so a demand email was sent with a repair quote from another repair shop to Abel (manager), their support as well as Rachael and Joey Hayes email accounts Friday March 7th at 12:14pm. This demand was never responded to. Current Situation: The latest communication from the new manager, Abel, indicates that the shop is currently managing a backlog of 20 vehicles, suggesting systemic inefficiencies that adversely affect customer service. Personal Impact: This protracted ordeal has imposed significant emotional and financial stress on me and my family. As a longstanding patron of Sterling Auto for over a decade, this experience has been particularly disheartening. My commitment to supporting local businesses in our community has been met with an unprecedented level of dissatisfaction. Recommendation: Prospective customers are advised to exercise caution when considering Sterling Auto for vehicle repairs. My experience underscores the importance of thoroughly evaluating a repair shop's current operational effectiveness and customer service responsiveness before entrusting them with substantial repair projects. It is my hope that Sterling Auto addresses these issues promptly to restore the trust and confidence of its clientele.

They repaired my F150. The process was easy through my insurance carrier and the truck looks like…read moreit had never had that fender bender. Great job, thank you.

My car was hit on the passenger door and was in bad shape. I searched for the perfect body shop…read morebecause we know things can go wrong and the job can be done incorrectly. When I called the wait was about 2 weeks out for an appt but I made it anyway. The day of my appt the drop off was so easy and was was given an ETA of finishing the job. I tried getting a rental and they were giving me timeframe of 1-2 weeks and the girl at the front desk told me to call her if I had issues and she made a call to enterprise and I was able to get a car within 2 days. I love that I would get a text with updates on my car and whether it was on track or not. I really appreciated that. Their communication with the customer is perfect! Car was completed on time and I checked the work the paint matched and it all looked good!

Maan and his team are amazing. They are so quick, efficient, responsive, and offer the best…read morecustomer service. They have a new life long customer out of me.

Have taken our cars there at least four times over the past few years and they have always done…read moreexcellent work. Quick and very affordable repairs. The most hospitable automotive repair shop I've ever visited.

Its a little garage, hard to tell where to pull in, not a lot of frills or comforts, but they're…read moregreat guys and they do great work. Straight-forward, friendly and professional.

Sam is the man. Very friendly. No Bologna, tells it straight, transparent pricing and quick turn…read morearound. 10/10

I highly recommend U First Auto Body off 290. I took my X3 in for body and collision repair. Rod…read morewas particularly helpful in promptly getting me an estimate and then working with the insurance company to adjust theirs to fully cover the cost of repair (excluding deductible). The shop meticulously worked to get my SUV repaired to where it looks brand new! Since U First Auto Body off 290 did such a great job the first time, I took my 330i in for body repair to the hood. U First did a fantastic paint job as you can see from the before and after!

These guys are friendly, very professional, and have excellent pricing. I took my BMW M760 here for…read morea door ding that needed to be repainted. It was a special paint that took three different layers and although they were very confident they would be able to do a great job, they did still tell me that there is a slight possibility that it wouldn't be a perfect match due to the complexity of the paint type. When I picked up my car, you couldn't tell there was a repair and the repair has held up incredibly. I highly recommend this autobody shop to anyone nearby and if you don't live close, I would say it's definitely worth the drive. They communicated very well and were on time with their estimate.

Auto Tek's stellar customer reviews did not disappoint! They diagnosed and repaired a bad A/C…read morecompressor for an Audi Q5. They credited the diagnosis fee to the service performed which is nice. They offer a decent warranty on their work. They are also flexible to offer parts options to help lower the total cost of repair. They say all of their techs have senior experience, and they were able to get my car in quickly- some other garages have wait times of up to a week. I checked their hourly rates, they are in line with other garages I have used in the past. They seem to have a very smooth and efficient system set up, they handle a lot of cars with the large garage space they have, and they do a good job communicating and providing updates. Convenient location for South Austin customers. They even sent me a follow up message after the repair- that was a first for me! I would recommend this garage for service and repair work.

Found my new go-to for auto repairs! After taking my Audi Q5 to the Audi dealership for a check…read moreengine light diagnostic and receiving a $5k estimate for a slew of random "immediate attention" repairs, I decided to try Auto Tek for a second opinion - and SO glad i did. I sent them everything Audi was recommending to me, 90% of which the guys at Auto Tek deemed unnecessary. The repairs I went through with ended up totaling me $700. They saved me from spending over $4k for things I don't even need. Will absolutely be bringing my car here for anything going forward and recommending to everyone I know. Michael and Brandon were incredible!! Would give 10 stars if I could. Thank you guys!!

Totally happy with this business. Perfect results with honest people…read more After three bad paint job experiences, I was very hesitant to try again. I got seven estimates and none felt credible--I was ready to give up. Then I met Javier at Qualitek. I knew right away he was the real deal. His setup and confidence stood out, and I trusted him without needing a written contract. One week later, my truck was finished--absolutely perfect. The quality exceeded my expectations, and the price was exactly what he quoted. No surprises. Honest, skilled, and reliable. Highly recommended.

Cannot thank the guys at Qualitek enough. I am so happy to have my car back, but in a state that I…read moreforgot was even possible. My car looks better than it has in years, no exaggeration. Their team will set a reasonable turnaround, and not hold your car hostage for months while they extend deadlines. They somehow make feeling like having a car you've owned for a decade feel like you just stepped out of the lot of a dealership with new keys.

I have used Epps Body and Paint several times over the years. Their work is pristine and the price…read moreis very reasonable for what quality you're getting. I live in Round Rock now and plan to travel to them to my front bumper replaced.

Got rear-ended on 620. Epps gave me an estimate the next day and got me scheduled for repairs when…read morethey could. Excellent work and excellent office staff at Epps! Hopefully I don't need to go back soon, I'd recommend them 10/10!