I've brought my car to Northwest Automotive a few times now, and every visit has been straightforward and stress-free. They always give me a clear list of what my car needs, and I really appreciate that they don't pressure you. We go through the list together, and I'll even ask what they would prioritize if it were their mom's or grandma's car. As a female, I know that I'm getting honest, fair information every time. That's not always the case at other repair shops I've been to. Hopefully I won't need major work anytime soon, but when I do, I'll definitely be bringing my car back to Northwest Automotive. read more

Very informative and helpful. Had an isolated issue but they proactively checked the other systems and provided me with recommendations. Really appreciate the information and got me back on the road confident with the service provided! Mahalo Northwest Automotive Team! read more

Handled a wheel issue for my girl with no issues for her being a woman. Would advise business with them.

If you're looking for an honest, competent mechanic - look no further. I started going to them for my Audi Q5 last year after my old shop changed ownership. They are always responsive, have fair pricing and get the job done on time. I was recently blown away when they proactively warranted some work they did over 18 months ago. read more

I have been having my cars serviced here for over 20 years. The best customer service, and they always stand behind their work. I trust them completely. read more

I went there for 60000 mile service. They did an oil change and suggested I do brakes for a quote of $1750. I took my car to a brake place and they did the suggested service for $830. They also wanted to replace my air filter and cabin air filter for $145. I did that myself for $47. I'm not opposed to paying for good service but that seems a bit out of proportion Shop around! read more

I had NW Auto work on my car back in april of 23' they did a safety check along with fixing my car... on my billing invoice under comments they stated; replace my steering rack and outer tie rods and alignment replace my front /lower control arms this came to a total of $2630.00.....i declained at the time and i thought i'd get a 2nd oppinion.....so i went to a well know Tire store that also did front end suspension work........the cost to fix my front end base on what NW auto stated was ..0.00 ZERO Goose eggs ...... THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH MY FRONT END SUSPENSION PERIOD....... i just want everyone to know to always get a 2nd opinion .... you have to be carefull of ripoff outfits like this one......i will never use this outfit ever again i think you should steer clear of this place and always get a 2nd opinion there are outfits like this one out to rip you off......smh...... read more

We took a ford transit here for a pre purchase inspection. We were buying from a used car dealer. I was able to schedule an appointment and they said it would take about 4 hours because they like to do a very thorough examination and it would cost about $300. Let me tell you... they were so thorough. It's not easy telling people bad news for a car they were potentially going to purchase but they were so professional and showed us all the issues with the van. Turns out there was oil in the coolant. Huge issue and actually a dead end for us. We knew we wouldn't purchase the car after that news. The employee was able to give us a run down of how much it would cost and give his honest opinion on what we should do. We aren't car people so we are so grateful for his opinion. We took the car back to the dealer and told them the issues and they said they had no clue and would probably just place the car for auction. Seems like they might've known which is frustrating. But thanks to the employee at northwest auto we now know what to superficially look at from our car search from now on out. He shared a lot of good tips for future searches. For any car inspection we will be taking our car here. Thank you so much! read more

My engine light came on when I wasn't close to home. Stopped here to see if they could assess. Doug checked codes, explained the probable issue, and let me know whether the car was safe to drive. Felt much better. Great experience. Plus the property is clean and plenty of parking. read more

Doug has been fantastic in getting me in, getting to the job and even getting done before promised. Get the feeling this is an honest shop with a good crew with fair rates and does not push for things you don't need, but give recommendations and suggestions on maintenance and prevention of future repairs. Communication is on point verbally, and paperwork/quotes/invoices are on the up and up. I can honestly say, this is my neighborhood shop (even though it's not in my neighborhood, lol). By the way, the only shop I encountered that said "yes, we work with aftermarket warranties". I appreciated that tremendously! read more

The shop manager takes his time with each person and really explains everything in detail and even will go out to the car and point out each little thing that was fixed and why. This is great but sometimes means that you need to put your patient hat on if you're not the person he's helping at that exact minute. Don't come here in a rush. I have spent about 2,000 dollars here in the last month. YIKES! I am hoping that I won't have to go back to this place anytime soon. The cost isn't their fault... I think that you get what you pay for. I wish it was cheaper to own a car and I wish that there was a way to be car-less in Seattle but the public transportation system isn't high enough. The Lake City Bus routes make it relatively painless to get here although I heard that the hours are changing so they won't be open so late in the evening... this will make it MUCH more difficult for me to come here after work to pick up my car. read more

Northwest Automotive - Auto Repair Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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My airbag cable under the seat got cut and I took it into SODO Toyota first where we had bought it new, only 3 years ago. SODO Toyota quoted us $6000 for a simple wire solder fix because they wanted to replace the entire unit. We came into NW Auto at the recommendation of a friend, and Holy crow did they save the day. Quoted $150 for the repair, and that's what we paid. Incidentally, we also apparently had run over a screw and our tire was leaking air. (smh just our luck, right?) We were hopeful that the tire could be repaired but prepared for the possibility of buying a new one. NW Auto happily patched it up for us and installed it back. We ended up paying ~$200 for the entire thing. If a new tire was $150, they saved us $5950. Thank you. read more

I needed to get a battery looked at under warranty. Raoul was one of the few people listed on the battery company's site that was willing to look at the battery even though he hadn't sold it to me. NW Automotive is also that rare shop that got work done in exactly the amount of time they quoted. And the really crazy part? My battery was mostly ok, but they knocked some corrosion off of it (which another shop had failed to do) and for all that, they didn't charge me a cent in labor. I would come back here again in a second. read more

Needed a headlight replaced.. Brought it here n they fit me in that afternoon n fixed it within a couple hours. Thanks. Dealership quoted me 3 weeks.. no thanks i found a place. read more

I wonder if these people are tired of NOT getting my service (keep that in mind when considering my rating). One time I had an appointment set up for an oil change, but then someone gave me a coupon for jiffy lube. Which then brings me to the next experience. Now the people here seem really friendly, but not entirely sociable. I brought my car in to get an estimate/repair on my driver side mirror and people were this way and that, looking at the car, running in/out of the garage, without really talking to me or looking at me. Then I was told I'd be called back. Well, "when" I asked? Anyway, I called another place and got an estimate that sounded reasonable (as this is a repair, for some reason, I have to have often!). NW hadn't called me back yet, so when I called and told them to compare an estimate, they said they hadn't found anything yet, but that the price I was offered at the other place was really good! Good to know, and on top of that, the other place found the part and gave me an estimate immediately, and I did not even have to bring the car in (for the estimate, of course. They aren't going to come to my apt. to fix it! Wish they would!). read more

These are my usual mechanic and I'm always happy with the service and patience there. I don't know anything about cars so I need extra help to understand when there's a problem. I felt moved by their kindness today (which is actually pretty typical and I should have done this earlier) and felt inspired to make a review. Just got my oil changed with a safety inspection. I had a small problem with my grill which they called to ask if I wanted fixed. They were honest and admitted it was good to have done but mostly cosmetic and quoted the price. When I picked up my car they had done the grill fix for free, which was already pretty great. The real highlight of the experience for me today was this: I'm high risk and pretty scared of COVID so I was hanging out in the doorway the entire time like a bit of a weirdo but the person at the desk was very kind and just brought everything I needed over to me so I didn't have to come all the way in. They even put my credit card and car keys in an antiseptic style wipe when they handed them over. Thanks! read more

I'm going to start by saying this is one of those shops that will try to rob someone who isnt car savy. My girlfriend had a vibration coming from the rear end of her 2017 Honda civic when she pressed the brake pedal. (Immediately assuming its just warped rotors) I called northwest automotive to get an estimate for turning the rotors and installing new brake pads.(I would have done the job myself but I'm constantly out of town for work) They were booked up for two weeks so I took that as a good sign that people were fighting to get in there. Eventually my girlfriend took the car in for them to diagnose the issue. They came back saying that there was so much rust on the hub that the calipers would need to be replaced/rebuilt. Me being car savy and having done MULTIPLE brake jobs on all kinds of different cars, called bullshit. The hub and caliper are completely separate and it just didnt make sense to me. Their total quote came in at around 2100 dollars. After I got home I went to o'Reilly's, got the parts, rented a caliper tool, and did the job for under 150 dollars.. all vibration is gone.. these sick people tried to take advantage of my girlfriend with fear tactics and throwing out garbage reasons why she needed to spend 2100 dollars on a brake job. Thiefs at their finest. Attached is a picture of the "overly rusted hub" that would be cause for a caliper rebuild/replacement. Absolutely shameful. Avoid this place like the plague. read more

Northwest Automotive - Auto Repair Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came here after getting 2 more expensive quotes at shops in Redmond and Edmonds. Spent $2400 getting everything power steering replaced on my 13 year old car. Doug was a good communicator and even threw in a free oil change since I spent so much money here. If I wasn't moving to a different state I would definitely be back! read more

Northwest Automotive performs high quality, affordable work. I'm so glad to have you help with routine maintenance and recommended repairs!

They helped me out of a jam. I needed my battery charged. No appointment needed, and they did it ASAP. Take your car hare, they're honest, friendly and dependable. read more

Honestly this place is amazing the manager was super nice and helpful my car broke down and he went out of his way to help me and help me fix it. Super nice mechanics here. read more

These guys are about as honest as you can get. We take two of our vehicles here for service and so far very pleased with the fast and efficient service we have received. Charges are very competitive and the technicians are friendly and reliable. I recommend this place. read more

In today's busy life having a mechanic that you can trust and you know they are looking out for you is always a relief. Raoul and Doug at Northwest Automotive are just that. I've been going to them for over 9 years now and I am always pleased when they call to talk to me about the services needed on my car. I have never felt like they were pushing service on me. In fact there was a time when I needed a tow package installed on my car and they referred me as where other places might of be opportunistic to make a buck to do something that wasn't anything they specialized in. Not Northwest Automotive. I thank them and so does my car. read more

I have been taking my car to NW Automotive for years and it's not just because it's five minutes from my apt. It's because I have never had a bad experience with them. Even recently when a part they put in last year began to malfunction they quickly made it right, even though it meant paying for another shop (where I had stopped because the car could not be safely driven) to do the labor and providing the replacement part. (The other shop said the flaw was in the manufacture, not something NW missed) I almost always have to pay in installments, so I am also grateful for their willingness to be flexible about that. I can't imagine they will do a bad job for you. read more

Overall good experience and very knowledgeable mechanics. Price seemed fair for the work that I had done.

Great service. They did a massive amount of work on my car in a short amount of time. Transparent and fairly priced. Would recommend.

I've been going to Northwest Automotive since moving to Seattle 7 years ago across their locations as we've moved. Always honest, prices are fair, and they've earned my trust with both our cars which is important. The hard question when owning older cars is when are the repairs likely to be more cost-prohibitive than buying something new, and Raoul helped me make that call with my Pontiac - even when it ended up with me leasing something new and probably costing them revenue. Highly recommend! read more

Best service around!! Very honest!! I went to get my oil changed and the oil people said I needed new breaks and wanted to charge me an arm and a leg to repair them. I called northwest automotive, not only did he give me a very good price he wanted to make sure I even needed my breaks repaired. He said let me check first. I don't want to put new breaks on your car if you don't even need them. I was so impressed by his service!! He's friendly, fast and does an amazing job. If you need any repairs you should go here!! I will never take my car anywhere else!! read more

Great service and recommendations. Saved me $2,000. Didn't try to upsell. Fast turnaround too.

Pretty straightforward repair ended up taking 4 days instead of 2 and the bill was several hundred dollars more than the quote. Not the worst experience I've had with a mechanic but I don't see myself going back. read more

These guys are serious about quality, don't overlook a thing, and provide the best service I have ever received. I'd be a customer for life if I hadn't moved away. read more

I will take my car to NW Auto any time. There communication is clear on what was needed and they warned me that once they were pulling things apart there could be more. There was not. and my car runs great. Good job!! read more

I've been around a long time and have had my fair share of car repairs. NW Automotive is my fav. They have gone above and beyond on a number of occasions. Not only that, they were recommended to me by another mechanic. My '98 Mercedes C280 is having a number of cosmetic issues in addition to regular maintenance. The gas cap lock sticks (used to), the passenger door lock popped out (did), and trunk lost it's...juice? and would free fall and slam shut. Can you say, watch your fingers/head? Doug and Raoul 'hooked a sistah up!" at little or no cost. The really big issue was no working windshield wiper. From all my research, a $1000 idea. Doug said, "let us look at". "Nah, windshield wipers are for wimps", I said. "My Rainx and I are doing okay." He asked me 3 times before I reluctantly agreed. Less than $200 later, I'm whole again. Not only am I telling all my friends but anybody else who will listen. They do stellar work at a fair price. Now if I could only get Doug to renew his NFIB membership... read more

Raoul the Manager was very helpful, he took his time with me and that seems to be rare these days. I had seen several other mechanic shops before stopping in to see Northwest Automotive. He explained in detail exactly what my BMW needed, the other shops told me to take it to the dealer. He fixed the issue and I am very happy with the service! read more

I've been going to NW Automotive for about 4 years. As a women, I've often dealt with inflated bills at other shops for items that I did not order - I have never had to deal with that here. I have a trusty 2000 Corolla, and it rarely has problems - unless I take it somewhere else, and suddenly there is a litany of issues to resolve. It has been clear to me in the time that I have used them that they have never pushed for any extra work. Ever. They also have coupons online for their oil changes. read more

I've been using NW Automotive for over 10 years. The guys are no fuss, no muss and treat you like a grown up. They are friendly enough, but not chatting. They are busy! Just like you, they are always hoping for an easy fix for your problem. They have plenty of work to keep them busy without making things up(you have to make an appointment several days in advance, unless it's an emergency and then they always have found a way to fit me in). Also, before I leave each time I get a short talk about anything else they may have seen besides what they worked on that might need attention in the future. read more

I would give Raoul and NW Automotive ********** if this system allowed. I have a 1952 Cadillac that has had a consistent problem starting and/or conking out at inopportune times. I cannot count how may times I have called AAA for a flat bed to bring my beloved to Raoul. They took two months to diagnose, find scarce parts, and fix my problem(s).\ The car feels very strong and powerful. With 85,637 miles this chrome beauty will outlive me. And frankly, the cost was very reasonable for their time, skill, and diligence. read more

Northwest Automotive is what you dream an auto repair shop would be. I went in with a rattle on my ford that two different service departments at Ford dealerships could not diagnose : one wanted me to pay for repairs that hadn't fixed my problem and the other just advised me to keep driving until it got worse. It was tricky to fix and it tool Northwest automotive several attempts to find what was wrong. But they didn't want me to pay for parts or labor that they put into the car but didn't fix the problem. They saw it as an opportunity to learn. They fixed my car when I thought nobody could and kept me informed all along. The price was competitive, the service outstanding. Thanks a lot Raoul! read more

I wrote a review that explained everything that happened, and it was removed for reasons not given to me. In short, they quoted me $49 to look at my car, and said they would let me know what it would cost beyond that. They ended up charging me $650 when I came to pick up my car. I said I wanted to do a tuneup (when they called me 3 days after the car was supposed to be done), assuming it would be more, but the price was never discussed. Later when I went to pickup the car, they insisted they told me it would be $449, but this is STILL $200 off. Even if you added the two prices up, they still overcharged me by about $150. Plus, they tried to sneak in a $80 charge for fuel additive (which they left in the car, unopened), which I never would have wanted. I looked at the (expired) bottle of additive up online, and it costs $3. They were snarky and mean, too, and I basically got the impression that they thought I knew nothing about cars. read more

One of the best service I have received from a garage. I've been taking my car here for a couple of years. On average, I drive approximately 3,000 miles every 2 months commuting to and from work. So I spend a lot of money making sure my car runs well. I think what made me decide to write a review was during my most recent visit. I had taken my car in for it's 150K tune up and oil change. There was a noise resonating from the wheel well area and they had diagnosed it to be a wheel bearing issue. So I dropped it off for the day expecting to pay hundreds of dollars when I pick it up. They called me towards the end of the business day. I came by and Raol asked that I could drive it down the street to check and see if the issue has been resolved. Well the sound was there and in fact, we had decided it was just really loud tire noise. The car runs fine, I apparently have new wheel bearings and he did not charge me for anything! I think that kind of honestly is hard to find anywhere these days. He could've told me that the problem was fixed and charged me at least $500 for a problem that wasn't there. Instead, they ate the cost of the parts and labor. This has instilled trust in my relationship with them, which is very important to me. And with my high maintenance driving needs, they will certainly have a loyal customer in me. read more