Finding a good, honest, and reliable mechanic is the Holy Grail for any car owner. Derrick succeeded where two other mechanics across town had failed. Not only was the diagnosis absolutely correct, but it was explained in a way that actually made sense without talking down to me. Derrick and his team have been my mechanics since I moved to West Orange in 2018, and at this point I trust them completely with my cars. They're straight shooters. If something can wait, they'll tell you. If something needs attention now, they'll show you why. No pressure, no mystery charges, no unnecessary parts swapping. From a technical standpoint, their diagnostics have been consistently spot-on. They don't just throw parts at a problem hoping something sticks; they take the time to trace the root cause, whether it's electrical, drivetrain, or something more subtle that other shops miss. The work is done right the first time, and I've never had to come back for the same issue. Pricing is fair, turnaround times are realistic, and communication is excellent. They treat you like a long-term customer, not a one-time invoice. Shops like this are rare, and if you're looking for a place you can stick with for years, this is it. I recommend them without hesitation. read more

My first visit to Prospect Auto was terrific. I wanted to get my Honda 2022 Pilot Touring model undercoated with Fluid Film to protect it from frame rot and general surface rusting due to NYC's horrendous over-salting in the Winter (especially since I bought after my lease term was completed on it and it has low mileage on it.) Their shop is very clean and the mechanics are professional and friendly. Derrick was great to meet after reading so much about him in previous reviews. They have music playing in the three bay work area which is great, it keeps everyone in good spirits while working on your vehicle. Pricing was very reasonable and straightforward (and no games that are played like from my area in NYC where there is a cash vs credit price where merchants charge you 2-5% extra if you pay by credit card.) I made an appointment for my service on their website and highly recommend you do as well as opposed to walk-in service as they are very busy and then calling them to confirm that for your requested service that you can wait rather than drop off (BUT that depends on where you live and of course what you need done, I'm in NYC so I can't drop it off and leave and comeback when done, I need to wait; if I needed time consuming work / parts like the lower block changed on my J35Y6 engine due to the connecting rod recall, I'd need to leave it there and come back when done days later of course, but for fluid changes like oil/atf/differential/transfer case/break/coolant, I would wait.) For my service, they got to my vehicle quickly and the service was perfect and took the exact amount of time to do it right. I'll be coming back for service for both of my vehicles going forward. I'm coming from NYC and getting there is very convenient especially if you take the I95 to 280W. I have nothing but praise for Derrick and his team! read more

Prospect Auto - Front Suspension Coated with Fluid Film - Auto Repair Near Me - West Orange, New Jersey

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We were visiting from out of town and our car wasn't driving well. Brought it here because of the great reviews and were met by the nicest people. They found the problem, repaired it quickly, and we were on our way. Will definitely go back if needed when we are back. Seems like a favorite neighborhood shop where people are treated as friends and neighbors. A gem in the community. read more

Every time I request service, Derrick and his mechanics are there for me. They are professional, detailed and responsible. I receive pictures and estimates same day and my cars are done on estimated time, the best is I can pick up the car after work up to 10 pm read more

Did a great job repairing my car. I highly recommend Prospect Auto. Their prices are very fair

Great service. Highly professional. Great pricing. Derrick is a pleasure to work with. I was buying a car and wanted a pre-purchase inspection. I called some day and Derrick was kind enough to fit me in the same afternoon. He did a thorough inspection complete with diagnostics. He differentiated between major and minor issues and gave great practical advice on what he considered to be major issues to negotiate. read more

These guys are amazing. I wouldn't trust my vehicles to anyone but them. Fair prices and top notch customer service. They always kept me aware of what's going on and how long it will take. I can't recommend them enough. read more

Lots of give stars here and well deserved. Honest, pleasant, capable and efficent. I needed my car by 1 or by 9 the following morning, and they generously accommodated me. Plus I know they looked at a used car and gave an honest evaluation for my daughter who uses them for all of her repairs. Somehow there seem to be fewer businesses that you trust from the moment you speak to them. This is one of them. read more

Derrick and his team offer the best and honest service. My 2018 Subaru had so many but Derrick told me to stop by even though he was booked all week. Told me that the car might still be under warranty with Subaru and helped me save money. I've been going to prospect auto since 2018 and they have always offered the same consistent and honest service. Highly recommend Prospect Auto! read more

Prospect Auto - Auto Repair Near Me - West Orange, New Jersey

I made an appointment to have my car looked at before going on a road trip. Just wanted to get it checked. Had to get my brakes replaced. I finally have AC! They cleaned the filter and I am so thankful because it's almost summer. I made an appointment via phone and they completed the job in a day. I left the car in their hands for a couple of days because they need to see the make/model, run diagnostics, get the part and get it fixed. I would come back if needed in the future. read more

Skilled, hard-working, and professional, Derek and the team at Prospect Exxon do great car work and service. My partner has been bringing his car to this shop for years and trusts them wholeheartedly to do repairs and perform maintenance - quality work at fair prices. We have an older car model, and we think it's lasted so long because they've been servicing it since he got it back in 2004. We recommend Prospect Exxon without hesitation! read more

I recently moved from NJ to another state and one of the things we miss the most is our honest, reliable and thorough mechanic Derrick. He always took a proactive approach to car maintenance, diagnosing existing issues and suggesting maintenance to avoid future problems. And we never had to worry about him "upselling" us. The shop has so many customers, there's no need for them to inflate prices or mislead you. It's honest, no b.s. care for your car. Whenever we compared prices with other shops, Derrick's prices were always better. Warning-make appointments well in advance because they're usually VERY busy-but it's because of the hard work and attention they give to your vehicle. read more

Came to Prospect Auto after the Pep Boys in Union messed up my car after I spent $2000 on repairs there. Prospect auto is very honest, knowledgeable, trustworthy, and professional. They promptly and accurately fixed the mistakes pep boys made. read more

The mechanic reached out to me to resolve my issue. This displays a certain amount of dignity on their part. I appreciate the effort that was made. Therefore, I am changing my review to a four and would recommend Prospect Auto. read more

Great Service, and friendly mechanics. I needed to get my car battery replaced, and they quickly took me in, and service my car. Thank you!

This place rocks! Great communication, explained the issues to me very well (I don't know much about cars) and presented me with different options to fix my car's issue. The pick up and drop off process is very convenient and helped by the fact you can come during the hours the adjacent gas station is open. I came here at the recommendation of 2 coworkers and was very pleased. read more

The repair shop & Derrick are amazing!!! No hard sells and he & his staff are the most knowlegable They are the best.

I went for a pre-purchase inspection and Derrick did an amazingly thorough inspection. The service was well worth it. I'd definitely recommend. read more

If Yelp would allow me to give Prospect Exxon 100 stars, I would. Everyone knows how hard it is to find an honest & reliable auto mechanic. Bring your car to Prospect Exxon, you will not be disappointed. In fact, you will leave the service center with a huge smile knowing that you will not be taking advantage of. Prospect Exxon is located on Prospect Ave off of I-280 in West Orange, NJ. (973) 731-7400. IMPORTANT: ASK FOR DERRICK.. Free Keurig Coffee! :) read more

Prospect Auto - Auto Repair Near Me - West Orange, New Jersey

It's been many years since I've lived in West Orange, but I'm in town because of a family emergency. I've been using my parents' car during my visit and noticed the car was grinding and growling pretty badly when braking. I hopped on Yelp and saw this shop had excellent reviews. Called and spoke to Greg, who was practically waiting for me when I pulled up. A quick assessment revealed the rotors and brake pads needed to be replaced. Greg gave me a quick estimate and pricing was very competitive, so I gave him the go ahead to proceed. Greg had to order the parts, so my mom and I left, but I was surprised to receive a call back very quickly indicating he had gotten the parts in and was ready to do the work. I drove us back over to the shop where Greg got the car into a bay immediately and the work was done in no time. Greg was even kind enough to tighten a few loose bolts that were causing the muffler to rattle and make a terrible noise at no additional charge. Score! If you are looking for a local mechanic that you can trust to do a good job and not rip you off, I highly recommend Prospect Exxon on Prospect Ave. near Mt. Pleasant Ave. in West Orange. read more

Really good service from knowledgeable staff. They took my car for a drive to inspect and within minutes identified the problem. I had to remove a star because they were quite pricy offering. Otherwise, would absolutely recommend their service read more

Amazing service every time. Detailed, thorough with honest transparent pricing. My go to mechanic for the past 3 years.

The best!!!! So honest (which is impossible to find) quick and efficient. I trust them with both our cars & I actually bypass my free oil changes and bring my car here for oil changes as I trust them so much! read more

No doubt Derrick is one of the best around town! High performance cars no problem he's got the technical background to take care of them and most importantly the tools! I honestly have never been to a more prepared shop within the West Orange area; knowledgeable, willing and prepared. What more can you ask for from a shop that's right behind a gas station? I can only speak for my experience but when I brought over my Evo to Derrick to check it out he definitely took his time and went over everything! Started from the very basic as one should and worked his way up through the more technical aspects. The simple items being the A/C refrigerant refill, basic driveline fluid top offs on a leveled lift, battery recharge, bleeding of the brakes and my AWD system. He's the only guy in the area other than specified speed shops that could even address the smallest of issues that I have had with my car. More importantly he's the only other guy I'm willing to trust. I literally spent the whole day there from 8am to 6pm and saw how the shop ran and what Derrick goes through everyday. All I can say is WOW. I'm surprised he can still get up in the morning and do it again the next day. The only down side to his attention to detail to literally EVERY car that comes in is that he will take a bit longer to get the job done. However, when the job is done he will tell you everything that he did and it will be 100% no questions asked. No surprises on the work-order/invoice and everything is/will be explained by him or the tech upon vehicle delivery. Just be sure to not pretend to know your stuff and ask questions because if you don't know he'll explain it until you understand and that's very important in the car world. read more

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This place is a hidden GEM! Initially I was uncertain if I could trust a mechanic shop behind a gas station but I was proven wrong. I'm very impressed with Prospect Exxon in West Orange. Derrick and his team are very honest and capable. They don't nickel and dime you like other establishments. When you are provided an estimate they stick to it! They take time to educate you about your vehicle. read more

Amazing honest service, with a truly unique skillset. They were able to repair my hybrid battery instead of fully replace it, which is the standard method almost anywhere else. Instead of paying $6000, I was only $1000 lighter. Still a lot of money, but the reason that I can squeeze some more life out of my car, instead of starting with car payments again. read more

Over a weekend I visited my daughter who goes to school in the area, and my tire kept losing air. I was worried about getting a blowout on the long drive home so I called Prospect Auto. They found a way to fit me in, found the screw in my tire, and patched it up with plenty of time for my ride back. Honest and overall really nice folks! I took a card because I really value having a place I can trust since I'm often in town. read more

I decided to go to Prospect Exxon instead of Toyota for my 30,000 mile service needs. I copied the check list and braced myself for the bill. Most things were checks and the bill at Toyota was going to be $300 dollars. The mechanic said everything was okay. I had miles before my break pads etc had to be changed. My bill was $56! I was told that they were honest and they really are! read more

I trust prospect Exxon 100% with all my repairs, Derrick is one of the best mechanics I have ever known.

Very pleasant, smooth experience. Called a few days ahead to schedule routine maintenance. Excellent phone demeanor. Honest, efficient and speedy service. Derrick (owner) and Matt (tech) did not disappoint. Will definitely return and recommend. read more

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Quick service, friendly staff. Went in for a minor fix to something dragging on the bottom of my car. Dude fixed it real quick with no charge at all! I will definitely use them again! read more

Derek and staff are great! Honest and reliable. Always willing to take of the costumers by providing a good knowledge and accommodation of the price that fits your budget. Thank you guys! read more

I had a what I thought was an electrical problem with my 2008 Toyota Prius. I was worried that it would be an expensive fix. Derrick diagnosed the problem quickly and it turned out to be a very quick and inexpensive solution. While my car was at his shop, I also needed a couple other small items fixed. They did them quickly and at a reasonable price. I would definitely bring my car in again. Thanks for the good service. read more

It's so hard to find a friendly, helpful, trustworthy mechanic. I finally found a good place here. I needed a new battery, I couldn't even move my car and needed to get to work before the place even opened. The guys at Prospect Exxon were great from start to finish, helping me get the car towed to them and communicated to me the whole time. read more

My car was leaking oil and I kept putting off taking it to a shop or the dealer to get it inspected because it's old and I was afraid that I was going to find a problem that would cost half the trade-in value of my car. I finally had to take it in one day when things seemed to get a lot worse overnight. I knew from a family member that these guys were good and they were honest. I didn't have an appointment and they were completely swamped, but they still were extremely accommodating. They let me drop off the car and they looked at it the next day and found that it was just the oil filter coming loose. They kept it a few more days and did a thorough check, cleaning the engine off and checking to make sure there were no other leaks. They could have charged a LOT more for the labor and they could have told me something else was wrong but they only charged me a minimal amount for the inspection and an oil change. I would trust them with any car and I would recommend them to anyone. Well worth the wait even when they are busy! It is no mistake that they have the best reviews around. read more

Fast service that meets all expectations. I took my car here to get my back breaks done and it was done in a timely professional manner. They also offer a secure key drop off for those who work late and can't get there within business hours. Very convenient! read more

My hubs swears by Prospect Exxon for his every car needs. The professional maintenance service is so unassuming at this small gas station but they're legit. Tip: Ask for Derrick, the owner, he'll evaluate your vehicle, explain the situation, and repair the problem at cheaper than dealer rates. Honest repair shops are hard to come by, so based on my husband and all of his friends coming here, I'd say it's a safe bet. read more

This is the best garage I have ever been too. I brought my Porsche here for 2nd opinion after another shop told me I had to buy a new catalytic converter for $3,100. Derrick found the problem was actually caused when my battery died and caused the sensors to act up. He also worked on my Indian motorcycle and found a small wiring problem that caused my battery to keep dying. I will be bringing all my vehicles here for service. read more

Prospect Auto - Auto Repair Near Me - West Orange, New Jersey

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I'm a local WO resident and have been getting service for a few years. Highly recommend Derrick and his team to get your job done!

Great shop with genuine mechanics. They fixed up my 4 runner and got me ready for my long road trip to Colorado. Thank you Guys! It's still doing great. Definitely a trust worthy honest mechanic shop. Five stars!! I would go back to them every time I have a problem. Even if it's out of my way. read more