I love driving a Benz but I'm not a fan of run-flat tires. For everytime I had an issue with low pressure or tire replacement, Mitch Carr's Auto Service has always come through for me. I have on many occasions called on the day of a car issue and they took me on the spot or first thing the next morning. If you live nearby they will drive you home too. The cost is fair. I really don't mind paying because the service is excellent! read more

Marcedes expertise, honesty and professionalism. I am from Reston, VA, and has been with Mitch Carr for over 20 years, I don't mind the distance and now has 4 Mercedes under my possession. Sam has the best car-side manners, he does it the old-fashioned way, always thinks for the customers. A real gem. read more

One of the nationally reputed chains couldn't diagnose why my wife's Mercedes needed jump-start service almost every month, and secondly, why there was that burning oil odor occasionally. Mitch Carr's Sam solved the mysteries in less than an hour! Sam's answer was: It's not amazing, every day we work on nothing but Mercedes cars. But amazing to me was Sam's knowledge, the courteous service, and the sincerity in helping the customer! In the very first visit, Sam made me their permanent customer! read more

Very helpful and great service! We have gone a number of times and it has always been a please to work with Sam and everyone there read more

A local gem! They have serviced a dozen family and friend cars over 20 years. Recently sought info on a rare coupe I'm considering, Sam had good advice...as always. read more

I booked an appointment with them for my Mercedes when a fellow Elite referred me. I'm so glad she did. From the beginning of my first interaction to the time I drove off their lot, everything about them was perfect and courteous. Luis and Sam provided with me the right advice. I got my A service done, replaced my wipers. They adjusted my headlights and filled air for no extra charge. The waiting room and the bathrooms were both clean. I was able to get my work done while waiting. It was comfortable. There were Fiji (yes) water bottles in the mini fridge. And coffee. It seemed like a very friendly atmosphere. The staff were happy telling their stories to each other. And when I made a small talk, they were quick to respond while keeping their focus on work at hand. The service was finished relatively quick, but they didn't rush. They stayed with me until all my questions got answered. The bill was less than what I was expecting. This is my new go to place for my c300 going forward. read more

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This happened this summer but I just found Mitch Carr's card to write this. We drove to Bethesda to see out Daughter. On the way out had a minor accident that wasn't my fault but it did something to my lights. We looked for a service garage near our Daughter's home. We ended up at Mitch Carr's. The owner or manager (not sure, maybe Mitch?) went up and down the block (several car repair places there) asking if anyone had the right bulb. He fixed it and also lifted a panel that got messed up from the accident. He didn't want to charge us. We insisted and gave him something. He was so gracious and nice We really appreciate it. I'm sure he is a wonderful mechanic as he is a great guy! read more

Quality and service forward group. I direct to them by another auto repair shop and I am very happy working with their Team.

Amazing shop , brought my car for PPI, and the mechanic Bob was very professional and friendly , e Highly recommend read more

Install new tires and front end alignment. Fantastic job and they were excellent keeping in touch to let me know when car was ready for pick up. very, very reasonable pricing. I believe this shop has great integrity and values making long term clients over one time extra profits. read more

OUTSTANDING and SIMPLY THE BEST - in Every Way - For Your OLD or NEW MERCEDES BENZ !!!! I own a 1984(!) Mercedes Benz 300 CD Turbo Diesel that I have pampered with the very best available care and service at all times during its 40 year life. I had previously enjoyed excellent service from Euromotor Cars. However, recently Euromotor Cars advised me that they could no longer service my classic vehicle because of the retirement of their Wonderful "Old-Head" technicians.  By the grace of God, I had earlier learned of Mitch Carr's Auto Service and of their excellent work - especially on Old Mercedes Benz's.    My first direct experience with Mitch Carr's was 6 months ago when SAM - the amazingly knowledgeable, courteous, and unselfishly caring Service Director - spent several hours one afternoon helping me to identify and contact the appropriate specialized towing service that did an exceptional job handling my disabled vehicle.   Even though I had never done business with Mitch Carr, SAM's Exceptional Assistance to me is something that I WILL NEVER FORGET!!  I will be forever grateful to SAM - with my very deepest appreciation to him for his patience, his knowledge, and his unfaltering willingness to help me - BEFORE I WAS EVEN A CLIENT!!!  SAM's dedicated and caring attitude to provide Excellent Service very honestly saved the day and the condition of my beloved vehicle.   Recently, I had a small problem with the electrical system, and - for the first time - I brought my car to Mitch's for repair.  SAM and LUIS - the Master Mechanic - checked-over my car and they found a myriad of unaddressed service needs which they Superbly addressed during the day.  When I drove my baby home that afternoon - I COULD NOT BELIEVE HOW BEAUTIFULLY THE CAR WAS PERFORMING because of LUIS's Excellent and impressively thorough work!      LUIS is the Wonderful Mechanic who KNOWS and LOVES THESE OLD MERCEDES!! LUIS was trained by Mitch Carr himself - who is now semi-retired.    Overall, MITCH CARR's is an absolutely OUTSTANDING SERVICE and ASSET to Mercedes Benz owners.  LUIS is an amazing mechanic/technician, and I am so deeply grateful for the EXCELLENT Service that he did on my precious old baby.  SAM is overwhelmingly kind, courteous, knowledgeable and professional as he manages this EXCELLENT shop with Grace and Kindness. Thank You Mitch Carr and Thank you Sam and Luis!!!   You All are the VERY BEST!!! read more

I have been taking a 25 year old E320 wagon here for several years. They are very professional and the car stays fixed. They are inexpensive, but they do use Mercedes parts and you want that. I paid more to fix my previous car - Toyota Camry (20+ years old). The greatest part of their service is that they explain things well. They will help you develop a plan as to what needs to be fixed first and what can wait. Very nice group and very professional. read more

I did NOT have a good experience with this company at all. I took my daughters CLA 250 there because it was running rough and the coolant light was on. After they charged me $240.00 to run test they came back with the car has a blown head gasket and it needs a new engine (at51k miles) Of course my daughter & I were very upset after just buying the car 6 months ago. I was told not to drive the car at all, it will blow a rod and has bad cylinders. I had it towed home & then after really finding it hard to believe that a new engine was needed. We decided to get a 2nd opinion. I had it towed to MAGIC BENZ SERVICE in Hyattsville md. William the owner looked at it and told me not to worry it can be repaired. I picked up the car in 2 days & it only needed plugs & coils. The car runs like a brand new car. On top of that they cleaned the car inside and out. read more

I found Mitch off Yelp and I was glad as it specialized in Mercedes cars almost all the clients had Mercedes. I had an A service done and I waited for it. Fast, friendly service and reasonable price! Definitely going back! read more

Mitch Carr's Mercedes Repair came highly recommended for Mercedes Repair. I had to drive 135 miles each way 2 times (Total 540miles) once for diagnostic then they had to order parts and back a week later to install parts and correct the issue. I have owned approx. 45 new Mercedes Cars in my life time. Bottom line I have never met a Mercedes mechanic as a young man there named Bob. He fixed an issue with Vario Roof not working on a 2005 SL500 which I had at a Dealer with no success. Bob really surprised me with his knowledge on Mercedes. Front Desk very professional and courteous Lewis and Sam do a great job. Very fair pricing. I will definitely recommend and return. Great Job Five Stars JIM - DC read more

Mitch Carr's Auto Services - Auto Repair Near Me - Kensington, Maryland

Professional, courteous crew. They all kept their masks and distances. Kept the place clean. Were efficient with my time and their work. I'll definitely return for any car needs. They also seemed to be busy, saw 3 or 4 customers in and out while I was there for about an hour. Everyone seemed pleased including myself. I appreciate businesses that appreciate and respect my time & trust. read more

Sam and Sean at Mitch Carr's Mercedes Benz Automotive Repair have got your back. You are in good hands here. Three visits: no surprises and a surplus of honest expertise. It's comforting to be nearly in over my head with a car but, yet, knowing I have an advocate on my side. Give Mitch Carr's MB a shot. Honesty is a valuable commodity when navigating through a sea of troubles. read more

I first contacted Mitch Carr's Auto Service when the locks and trunk would not open with the electronic key on my 2007 SL550 Mercedes. I told Eric that I was worried that my car would get stolen, since I park in an open apartment complex and could not lock the car. Eric told me that they had a full schedule that day, but that he would do his best to diagnose the issue. He also shared that, unlike the Mercedes dealership, which charged $170, he didn't charge diagnosis fees unless the issue took took more than 45 minutes to 1 hour to diagnose. He fixed the lock issue at no cost to me because all that was needed was for one of the fuses to be replaced. He was also able to order and install a new third brake lamp for me for less than the dealer quoted me, with Mercedes approved parts. Since I had a good initial experience with Eric, when shopping for a new car, I took two different cars to Mitch Carr's Auto service for pre-purchase inspections, which were also completed at no cost to me. Eric and Sam reported to me that one of the cars seemed suspicious to them, while the other one had major issues, since it had been in an unreported major accident. Due to these issues, Eric told me that it was likely only worth 8K, even though the dealership I went to wanted 29K for the car. I followed Eric's recommendation not to buy the car, so he saved me 29K dollars! After he provided his feedback, I asked Eric what he thought I should do, since I still needed to purchase a new car, and wanted a Mercedes. He said that I had to take every car for a pre-purchase inspection. I said, "okay, that makes sense, but how many cars are you willing to inspect for me?" Eric's response was, "As many as you need." The professionals there care about their customers and are extremely knowledgeable about Mercedes vehicles. I highly recommend Mitch Auto Carr's and would encourage everyone to take their Mercedes to them for all of their repair needs. read more

They did the oil change on my Porsche Macan GTS and I saved like $2-300 bucks over the Porsche dealership.

I was recommended to Mitch Carr's service by a stranger on a website who swore by their professional service and ethical standards. I took a chance and got my very sick Benz diesel to "Sam" just in time. Three weeks later, I get my car back, runs great, fun to drive again, and the price was unbelievably fair. More important, Sam kept me advised at every step, and most amazing, he communicated everything clearly and in a very friendly manner...no confusion about what had to be done or how much it would cost. An honest, ethical mechanic, he and his associates. Who knew?! I cannot recommend them highly enough. read more

My car is an older Mercedes' with low miles and I have in the past taken into a dealer. However, they were over priced and unwilling to stand by there Work. My interactions with Mitch's were reasonable and they provided a complete assessment of the car and identified several issues that will eventually require repair but clearly identified the issues the were more urgent and others that could wait. Their quotes we're very competitive and reasonable, and unlike the dealership there were no efforts to price gouge. There are clearly knowledgeable, reasonably priced and most importantly honest! I rarely do these reviews but they deserve excellent marks all around. Rick read more

Upcharges for cheap parts and fluids. Terrible cheap brakes that I had to get replaced... spewed brake dust everywhere and made noise. Gave me the wrong coolant for my truck.. had to get all the coolant flushed out and replaced. DO NOT TRUST!! read more

Great experience with Mitch Carr - AT NO COST. I was purchasing a Mercedes GL 350 from across the country and needed someone to look at the vehicle. Sean, Lou and their team scheduled me in on the same day. The dealer took it over, they test drove it, hooked it up to monitors and did a thorough inspection. They surfaced a couple minor issues, made me aware of common issues with this type of car and overall were extremely helpful. Sean and Lou likely spent 15 minutes on the line and the technician probably spent 45 minutes on it. This gave me the comfort to move forward with the transaction. I offered to compensate them given the low likelihood that I would become a garage customer, but they refused. Great experience - thank you! read more

I bought a new merzedes 2 years ago and I did not want to take it for my first tune up to the dealer. I yelped and found Mitch! I just had my second B1 tune up and took my car there again. The staffs are always friendly and I get a good service. read more

Small place and out of the way but they will treat you right. So much to the point that my mom (who has been a customer here for years) had me personally deliver a basket of chocolates recently. Not every car repair shop gives you service that deserves that. read more

Auto Service simply gets no better. My car was completed on time. The charge was reasonable given the professionalism of the mechanics and the service provided. I am not a knowledgeable German car owner. Mitch's crew were referred to me by an employee. Since I started going to Mitch Carr's Auto Service, I have not been back to Euro Motors. I can't imagine ever going back even though I live less than one mile away from a Euro Motors Location. read more

I don't even know where to begin.. I've been coming to Mitch for over 12 years now, shortly after I got my first MB, via a recommendation from a guy I met at random. I've been satisfied with their honesty, fairness and courtesy and have continued to support them. While most may not admit it, the auto industry isn't always fair to women and their concerns, but Mitch and his guys are!! I'd go further to say that Mitch is worth the drive, even if you don't reside in the Rockville/Bethesda area. The bill that comes with driving these vehicles isn't always pleasant, but the customer service here is unmatched. Thanks guys! read more

Mitch was recomended by the Euro Cars salesman and we have never been disappointed. The car is not very old so our visits are mundane but eveyonewe see I'm the waiting room is a believer. read more

Unbelievable to find in today's day and age. Mitch and his entire staff are first rate professionals with INTEGRITY and HONESTY. I have a 2012 GL450 that I took to my dealer, Mercedes Benz of Chantilly, for my pre-paid 30K service. I was called and told my service was nearly completed BUT my rear left brake pad was nearly metal to metal and my other pads were at 4mm. Their recommendation was that I replace all 4 rotors and brake pads, a $1380.00 job. I found it odd that the wear on the one pad was so inconsistent with the other three. So I contacted Mitch based on my Mom's recommendation as she has had her 1999 E320 serviced by Mitch for years. Mitch assessed the situation and told me that there was a defective left rear caliper that caused the excessive wear and that I should take the car back to the Mercedes dealer to have them replace the defective caliper and both sets of brake pads under the warranty. Mitch provided me all the exact equipment specification and readings as well as the correct terminology to use with the dealer's service manager and did NOT charge me a thing. I was now an informed customer that could speak intelligently to the dealer and as a result, the dealer backtracked and replaced both rear calipers and brake pads for free. On the invoice, is stated $2,900 job under warranty. If the dealer had been honest, this should have been the solution from the beginning rather than try and charge me $1,380.00 for new parts and not fix the defective caliper which would have caused premature wear and tear on the new pads. Mitch not only saved me from wasting my money, he provided me professional direction on how to rectify the problem with a dishonest dealer service shop. Mitch has earned all my future business and trust even if I have to drive from Virginia to Maryland for the service. Thank you Mitch and team. read more

I've been to a number of recommended independent Mercedes repair shops and none of them can touch Mitch Carr's shop. Specifically, they have good communication, work is done when promised, and they truly care about their customers. Most importantly, they fix the problem and do "clean" work. Meaning no missing bolts, nuts, or sloppy work. They know cars and their diagnosis is top notch. No throwing parts at a car to see if it will fix the problem. I have owned two older Mercedes (420 SEL 1991), and they have taken great care of both. They will try to fix your car for the most reasonable price, which includes offering to use used parts if you want. They have allowed me to bring in brake pads, since I like a certain type and know where to order them. To date, they have not gone over the estimated price. I'm guessing they've been doing this long enough that they know the price. I haven't been "taken" on price to date, unheard of in the auto repair industry. The shop prices are very reasonable and Mitch is a real person. Hal is a great service manager, very polite and knowledgeable. I live in Alexandria, VA near Old Town and travel to Kensington to have my cars worked on by Mitch Carr-that should say something. There is a shop in Arlington, rhymes with "tool" , that I won't use because they aren't nearly as 'clean' in their work. For example, my wing-nut on my air filter cover mysteriously disappeared. When I pointed it out, they said, "you don't really need it to hold it down". While technically true, would it have been that much of a problem to replace a .50 cent wing nut? I went to the local hardware store and did it myself. I hate that kind of laziness and lack of attention to detail. Mitch Carr is not like that other shop and has proven themselves time and again to be a great shop. Finally, they will pick you up and drop you off at the metro, which is nice if you want to go that route and not worry about finding a ride to and from the shop. read more

I have been going to Mitch Carr's for about 5 years now. They came highly recommended by several friends. I have been very happy with them. There are no frills like donuts in the waiting area or fancy gift shops but everything you need is there. They fix your car, they're very courteous and the price is right. I never feel like I'm being ripped off and their service packages are much more reasonable than the dealerships. They never try to sell me on unnecessary extras. All in all very happy customer. read more

Best experience thus far with any mechanic shop. Mitch and his staff are not only honest, but incredibly helpful and customer service minded. In this day in age, a truly unique experience - especially with auto repair shops. read more

Mitch Carr's is the real deal. He and his entire staff cares about about every single customer and their culture is all about assessing a car properly, doing necessary repairs for a fair and honest price, and sharing prioritized needs in a way that allows the customer to make thoughtful decisions based on their circumstances. I starting using Mitch in 2004 when I moved to DC and my friend ordered me to go there for servicing because the service was great and the prices were low and fair. I went there a bit skeptical because my friend recommended him so highly but I found Mitch and his repairmen to be consistently amazing. We moved to Frederick last year and my wife took the car to a local Mercedez specialist to change the battery and they gave her a laundry list of necessary repairs. She opted against the repairs and I took the car to Mitch's to learn none of the extra items needed to be repaired and just 1 of them is now on the "watch list". He and his whole company are the best! read more

I would give Mitch Carr's Auto Service 10 stars, if it were possible! I was running up against a deadline to get my car inspected and, as luck would have it, one of my rear tail lights burned out the day before inspection. Ugh. So, I took my Mercedes CLK 350 to Mitch Carr's at 5:30 pm on Friday evening to see if they could install a new light bulb. Not only did they fix the light bulb, but they replaced all of the rear light bulbs (as others were about to burn out) for $15! Unbelievable. Furthermore, while I was there, I asked Bob the mechanic to check the seat restraint system (SRS), which triggered an "air bag problem" message on my dashboard, and probably would have caused an inspection failure the following day. Though the shop was getting ready to close for the weekend, he went out of his way to check the SRS system (with computers) and determined that the air bag problem was an electrical issue and not an air bag replacement issue. Said he had only replaced one air bag during his 15 years as a Mercedes mechanic. As such, he cleared the error message on my dashboard and saved me nearly $1,000, the cost of an airbag replacement. I was absolutely thrilled by the news, and impressed by Bob's honesty and professionalism. Highly recommend this repair shop! read more

Have been visiting this shop for more years than i can count. Drove all the way from VA to get work done on my 99' E320. I have never ever experienced a shop this nice. I love the atmosphere. (To me at least) it's the relaxed neighborhood benz mechanic :) When our family decided to buy another benz, a thought came to mind "what about repairs?" What's the first thought that popped into mind? HAL and MITCH! Done deal, we bought the car, and when the time comes for a service and/or repair. I'll be making that trip across the 495 bridge, through traffic (does it ever stop?) and down the neighborhood streets, around the windy turn, up the hill and through the garage doors. To meet the man that KNOWS what he's doing. Might I also add that the mechanics themselves are great to deal with. I remember vaguely of a problem I encountered before I left, (my own fault) the mechanic stepped out, explained to me the solution (in a nice manner) and i was on my way. It's worth the long commute to come and see these guys. I actually don't recall ever going anywhere else, there's no need when you have this shop around. Honesty goes a long way in this business and they've truly earned it. I'm sold. I'll continue coming back to them, and have already recommended their services to countless friends/ acquaintances / and family members. Thanks Hal and Mitch! read more

Mitch's charges much less than the Mercedes dealer in Bethesda does. They are extremely professional and courteous to their clients. They have a lot of repeat business clientele who adore them. It is rumored that a lot of people left Bethesda International Auto Motors and began to bring their European luxury cars to this establishment because they were that much more affordable. Even though there are no frills. No loaner cars or vacuuming service or putting air in the tires. read more

If you ever needed a reason to buy a Benz, Mitch is it. I can't find one single negative thing to say about his business. He is a true hidden gem, but worth finding. His philosophy is old school in the best sense of the word. Honest work, fair pricing, intelligent employees, easy accessibility, customer caring attitude - Mitch has it all. read more

We've been going to Mitch's for probably a decade or so now. Consistently great quality work, friendly, and fair, not to mention a great sense of humor. I live in Virginia so it's definitely a bit out of the way, but it's truly worth the drive. Complete trust in the team there. I've been to other shops in times of emergency, but no one knows Mercedes like Mitch! read more

Honestly simply the best. I have been having my cars serviced here since 1986. From our 1978 300 D to our new ml the service has been outstanding. They are credibly honest cost less the dealership. I have moved to Rhode Island and still make a appointment when traveling to D.C.. Give Mitch a try, you won't be disappointed. read more

Awesome service! Mitch will diagnose minor faults at no charge and will advise as to the severity of the problem. His take on issues is: 1. If it were my car I would't worry about it. 2. If it were my car, I'd fix it soon. 3. If it were my car, I wouldn't drive it in that condition. Couldn't get better service. read more