I can't say enough good things about Elmer and his crew! They are hands-down the most honest, fair, and reliable mechanics I've ever worked with. We had a pretty bad wreck that I was sure was going to mean thousands in body shop work. Elmer's team handled everything -- they replaced the damaged parts and did a fantastic repaint job that looks factory-perfect. The price was more than reasonable, especially compared to the crazy quotes I got elsewhere. They saved me a ton of money and stress. What really stands out though is their integrity. Elmer is extremely upfront and honest -- no upselling, no surprise charges, just straightforward advice and fair pricing every single time. When a part they had previously replaced ended up failing, they stood behind their warranty 100% and took care of it without any hassle. That kind of reliability is rare these days. If you want a mechanic you can actually trust -- one who treats your car (and your wallet) right -- look no further. Elmer and his team can fix just about anything, and they do it the right way. I've already sent several friends and family their way, and I'll keep doing so. Highly, highly recommend! Thank you Elmer! read more

I had my exhaust pipe nearly fall off last Monday. I called and they said I could bring it in that day so I dropped it off before they closed. (Another business couldn't look at it until Wednesday). They called to tell me what was wrong with the exhaust and my a/c compressor needed replacing. I have on old Subaru and I have been going to the dealership for service since I bought the car. On two not so distance trips they told me both would need work, so I knew it was coming, just wasn't sure when. The repairs were finished by Friday afternoon, due to a part being shipped from another state. I think they were fast, courteous, professional, and honest. My friend recommended them to me and I am glad she did. read more

Elmer was great to work with! Efficient and knowledgeable! He made me feel at ease knowing my car was in great hands! I would recommend his auto services to anybody! read more

Had a squeak in my brakes, owner said the rear drums needed to be cleaned for $150. That didn't fix the squeak, owner offered to sand down the front brake pads. Squeak still there. Owner said the only other thing he could do was put new brake pads.. Awful experience overall, but they do have a cute dog there read more

What can I say? Elmer is the best! Having a single daughter living in the city, I'm concerned about the car repairs I used to handle for her when she lived at home (I know, she's not a kid anymore, but dads are dads ). Now that we've found North Center and Elmer, those concerns have been laid to rest. Knowing something about cars and knowing the vehicle she's had for years, I know what Elmer told us was honest and true. Elmer did quality work, quickly, and at a very fair price. Finally, Elmer treated my daughter with professionalism and respect. Again, what can I say? Take your car to Elmer - you won't be sorry. read more

I brought my vehicle to NCA based on reviews. The owner (Elmer) & staff were friendly, knowledgeable & thorough. My car needed a lot of work & I wanted to invest in it rather than purchase a new car. Elmer & team gave me a detailed & itemized list of work that needed to be done & things that would be needed in the future if I didn't want to address everything at once. They are fair, transparent & honest and have earned my return business when the time comes. My car is running so much better & my money was well spent at Elmer's shop. A big shout out of gratitude goes out to these guys for excellent service! read more

Highly recommend! I had an issue with my car that they quickly fixed for me. Trust worthy and friendly. I've been to a few spots around the area and this is by far the best. read more

After calling around to multiple different Autobody centers, North Center Auto Service was the only place that said I could come immediately and I was in and out in under 15 minutes. The underbody of my car was dragging on the ground when I backed up. I was so grateful they could take me in on such short notice as I needed to go to the suburbs in the evening for a family emergency. Elmer was very nice and showed me what was wrong with the car, a few screws were missing. He gave me his business card and told me it was free. Next time my car has another issue, I know where I'll be going! read more

Elmer is such a great mechanic and business owner. North center auto service is the best place you can bring your car. Elmer is friendly, knowledgeable and really values the community and his customers. He always goes out of his way to explain to you and show you exactly what is going on with your car and is never pushy. We love north center auto service! read more

Another great experience at North Center Auto! My car needed a lot of work this time and Elmer worked with my budget to get my car running perfectly! He was also able to save me a little $$ as well. I would definitely recommend working with him!! Thank you Elmer! read more

Good service, great repair to my transmission, and kept me informed about what they were doing and why.

My boyfriend and I keep coming back to this place after moving to the area 3 years ago. Quick and reliable service. I will keep going back!

I brought my car in with a flat tire that I got in the suburbs an hour away. They were able to get my car in right away, and they only had it overnight so that they could order the tires they recommended. The guy I spoke with on the phone was very knowledgeable and gave me the pricing for one tire and a full set for two different brands, so that I could make the best choice for myself. He never pressured me to get any work done. I'll be taking my car here again if anything else goes wrong. read more

Here's the thing: when it comes to cars, the average person pretty much knows zilch about the darkness that lies beneath the hood. That's where a totally trustworthy mechanic comes in, someone you're confident is ally rather than enemy, a partner instead of pocket-liner. Meet Elmer, the man, the myth, the legend. He's simply the best, an absolute expert at what he does, unfailing cheerful, exceedingly kind, wildly efficient and every bit as fair and honest as you want your auto service pro to be. There's a great sense of relief that comes when you're confident that you're being treated fairly and honestly when it comes to the mysteries of why your car is misbehaving. North Center Auto Service for the win! read more

Great customer service!!!!! They were able to get me in right away, explained everything, and the costs were very reasonable!!! Honest and respectful. Everyone was so friendly and even better- it's within walking distance! read more

I stopped by here with my two toddlers in the car needing help with a small issue in my car. Elmer, the owner, immediately came out, fixed the issue, and then said he would not even charge for it. I was so grateful for the quick help. Will definitely be returning! read more

I cannot say enough about how wonderful North Center is! Today, I was told my car's oil change would take 2 hours - it was done in about one hour WITH my tires filled at no extra cost!! Everyone who works there is kind and personable and take great care of you and your cars needs!! I will only be going to North Center Auto for my car from now on! read more

Elmer, the owner/operator, is an excellent, honest mechanic. I took a used vehicle to him for a pre-purchase inspection. He performed a thorough mechanical inspection and took the time to walk me through multiple issues he found, which I used in negotiations with the dealership. Thank you for an A++ experience. I will recommend this shop to my friends and will return for future service needs. read more

Excellent, quick service. Called about patching a tire at 4pm, and it was ready to go by 6pm. Elmer is a great guy who values loyalty. He's got mine. read more

I have an 2001 Hyundai Accent with 190k+ that I took here to fix all known issues. Always great work and never had a reason to return.

I only take my car here. They're very trustworthy and honest. The owner is so so nice and has helped me out numerous times. When my car got broken into he opened the shop a little early and fixed my window within a couple of hours. Cannot say enough nice things about this place, truly! read more

Blown away! 110/100 customer service. Quality is right up there too. Friendly staff, accommodating, and they genuinely want the best for their customers. From out of state and by far the BEST auto shop I have ever been to. Chicago peeps, make sure to check them out for all your car needs, you won't regret it! read more

Elmer and the whole team at North Center Auto Service are FANTASTIC! I have seen them multiple times (replacing a stolen catalytic convertor, headlight replacement, fixing my hood latch) and they have been fairly priced, incredibly helpful, and speedy. Their work is excellent and they are patient with all my questions. They worked efficiently with my insurance company. As someone who know little to nothing about cars, I felt very trusting of all the quotes and recommendations they gave me, and my partner vouched fo it all! :) I will be a customer for life! read more

Elmer has treated us like family. His repairs and maintenance on my daughter's car has been spot on. Good price and quality parts. I highly recommend North Center Auto Service, you can trust them to take care of your auto needs. read more

Mr. Elmer Suchite ( owner and mechanic) and his dynamic team of experienced auto mechanic are nothing short of trust-worthy, integrity, quality, customer-focused and community-oriented. The many times I have come in for a service has always been a wonderful customer experience, where Elmer greets one with his warm reception and a sense of committed passion to deliver reliable, superior service in a very cost-effective budget-friendly environment. And he does not disappoint. I have been to other service centers, but there is nothing like an extra customer service factor, fair and honest pricing, consistent quality and everyday integrity. I have witnessed his kindness and sense of community through writing off fees for fixing a flat and minor diagnostics. North Center Auto Shop stands out as a small friendly dependable small business operation under Elmer's great management and truly heartfelt service values throughout. It's 'A" best secret in Chicago's near north area and it's worth the trip and the experience. read more

In town visiting from Colorado when we got a nail in our tire. We had 3 toddlers in the van and they were able to get us in and our tire fixed immediately!! Very nice and friendly service. Thank you Elmer for your quick and friendly service!! read more

Called early morning for pricing. They were able to get my tires installed same day. Beat competitor pricing by $100. Very friendly over the phone. Thanks guys! read more

Got the recommendation from Soundz Good (another great place) that Elmer and his crew did great work. Took my car in, and he gave me a laundry list of stuff that needed to be fixed up. Knowing it was quite a list, he prioritized things for my budget, and offered a discount if I did a bunch the work at once. I decided to do the lot of it, and he offered an even bigger discount. Next day, I took my other ride in for an oil change and he said it was on the house. Elmer's a good dude, and he definitely wants to take care of you so that he keeps your business. I'll be coming here from now on for sure. read more

My car wrench symbol was on. So, I took my car to this auto shop. The owner told me that the wrench symbol was not reset properly by the previous oil change mechanic. So, he resettled it, checked everything in my car, and didn't charge me anything. The owner is a very humble and honest person, and I have never seen such a nice car mechanic. Will always bring my car here now. read more

I recently brought my car in because a warning light came on for oil and antifreeze, even though I had recently been to Jiffy Lube. The owner is great. He took the time to show me a few things and explained the issues so that I could see for myself. They also replaced a few bolts and screws that others left off. Their honest approach isn't typical these days. Overall, they earned a new customer and I highly recommend their efficient, professional and honest service. read more

Coming back from a short break for the July 4th holiday, I woke up for work only to discover my car was making weird sounds and leaking a bit of fluid. Since I'm new to the area and wasn't sure how far my car could safely make it, I brought it in to North Center Auto Service. The shop was nearby and had good reviews. Elmer was informative the entire time. He gave me accurate estimates of time and cost, and he seemed genuine and honest in an industry where that can prove difficult. Cost seemed reasonable, and Elmer worked with me to figure out the best plan for my particular situation. Though I hope to avoid coming in again for unexpected issues, I will definitely revisit Elmer and North Center Auto Service for any future issues. This shop's customer service, quality of work, integrity, and timeliness all contribute to a dependable, 5 Star-worthy location. read more

Very honest and smart mechanic!! We had a bad oil leak and not only did he provide an honest estimate and diagnostic, but also fixed it a day earlier than promised! Defiantly going back for the next car issue! read more

Elmer is the best. Super helpful and really knows his stuff. I immediately felt comfortable with him. I will only go to him from now on. Highly recommend. read more

What really stands about about their staff is their honesty and thoroughness. I received a comprehensive safety inspection after realizing that my car's fuel economy was far below advertised. The staff looked at the car thoroughly and discovered some wear/tear on the tires but otherwise reported no serious issues. They also gave me a few recommendations to boost fuel economy. I was expecting them to try to up sell me on some added Service. But instead they insisted on not charging me. read more

North Center Auto saved the day for me! I like to work on my own cars but was struggling with fixing a coolant leak. I brought it over and they fixed it quickly for a very affordable cost. They know what they are doing over there. The car that was fixed is a 2010 Land Rover LR4 that can be difficult to work on due to Land Rovers weird engineering. I would of paid triple maybe even more at a Land Rover Mechanic. Car runs like new again. Highly recommend North Center Auto Service. Also very friendly service. read more

Elmer was very helpful when fixing my car. He explained everything clearly and answered all of my questions. Some of the repairs were covered under warranty, and he was happy to communicate with them directly to explain the issues and be approved for the repairs. Great communication and honest pricing. I am really happy with North Center Auto! read more

I wish I could give 10 stars!! Elmer is phenomenal! I had never been to NCAS before but I came by to get some parts replaced on my car. Elmer greeted me with a big smile and was super warm and inviting. He said he only needed an hour to work on my car so I planned to work while I waited for it. As busy as he was, he voluntarily got me all set up in their office space with everything I would need to work. He gave me the wifi password, offered me coffee, and gave me sanitizer wipes to wipe down the area I would be working. He went above and beyond! Sure enough, my car was done right at the hour (like he said) and my car was good as new! He had great attention to detail and the things I asked for when I handed over my car he made sure to address and provide for me without me needing to remind him or follow up about these items. While I worked in their office space, I observed how they treated their customers coming in and out, and I was really impressed by the business they are running. They are honest people and I will absolutely be taking my car back here for any little thing it needs and never go anywhere else. THANKS ELMER AND NSAS TEAM!!! I look forward to working with you again. read more

My car battery was completely dead. I called North Center Auto Service based on their good yelp reviews and asked if they do a service visit to give me a jump. I talked to Elmer and I'm located on his way home so he offered to swing by at the end of the day and check it out. He gave me a jump and some advice about the car, free of charge (despite my efforts). Thank you! read more

Elmer does a fantastic job at a good price. Highly recommend North Center Auto Service.

Great experience! Answered all my questions and fixed the problem in the most cost effective way possible. And I cannot say enough nice things about Elmer! Very honest...totally trusted his advise. I'll be back! read more