On Friday July 24th 2026 we pulled in just before 5pm and needed our alternator replaced. They…read morestayed open and completed the repair in less than an hour. Great service!

My 3 best friends and I were headed home to NJ from a long weekend in Pittsburgh when all of a…read moresudden all of the power in my car, including the air conditioner, just stopped. We continued driving and it eventually restored itself and came back on. This happened a few times before we realized we better head off the PA Turnpike and find a repair shop. Lucky for us, we found Hostetler's Garage! Dan was super nice taking care of us even though it was after 4:00 and his shop closed at 5:00. I needed a new alternator, and he told us the job would be about 4 hours. He had already promised a couple of his customers that he would work late and finish their cars, but he made sure he had my needed part that night so that he could get to work on my car 1st thing in the morning. His employee, Corey, was nice enough to load the 4 of us and our luggage into his truck and drive us to a local hotel for the night. When my car was finished early the next afternoon, Dan drove my car to the hotel for us while Corey followed him to take him back to the garage. We were all amazed at the way Dan and Corey went above and beyond to help us out! It was immensely appreciated! I would highly recommend Hostetler's Garage to anyone in that area. If I lived closer, I would definitely be switching to them as my mechanic. They are awesome!

The best service I've ever had at any car service garage!!! Super friendly, very communicative,…read moretechnically superb, the service provided for two stranded motorists on Christmas day to have a transmission shop tell us it was not the transmission that was damaged, diagnose the error accurately, personally take it to the KIA dealership in Johnstown to get a new engine (under warranty), and deal with us long distance, was above and beyond the call of duty. I wish we lived nearer so I could recommend your shop to all my friends. Thank you so much for your help and getting our car back on the road.

I cannot say enough about the help one gets here. They made sure I got a fare shake with the…read moreoriginal dealer, and I received a new transmission from them. it was more important to these guys that I received proper service than just getting my business. If needed....... this is where I'm going. .......... Mark.

From the owner: Transmission repair, transmission rebuilding, transmission services…read more We work on both foreign and domestic cars. We use top quality parts, have great customer service. We have an outstanding reputation for delivering quality work in a timely manor.

WARNING!!! IGNORE my previous Reviews of Barnes Garage! Bob Barnes retired and there is a new and…read morehorrible owner. I made an appointment for an Inspection and for new tires. The appointment was made almost 1 week in advance. I showed up on the day of the appointment at 7:15 A.M. (they open at 6:30 A.M.). After I reviewed what was to be done for my vehicle, I was told that they would give me a call. I waited (wasted!), all day waiting for that call! They close at 5 P.M. I gave them until 5:10 P.M. and called back. When I called back, I got a recorded message that they were closed!!! I drove there, tried the locked door, saw someone was still inside and I knocked. The guy who said he would call answered the door. At first he did not seem to recognize me. Then he started to apologize with the feeble excuse of how busy they were that day. (How is that my problem?) He said that the tires did not come in. Was the vehicle inspected I asked? No, nothing was done to it and it was parked out on the street! He offered me a "loaner." What, will you be loaning me my own, perfectly working vehicle? I drove my vehicle home and I will never return. What type of way is that to treat a customer and to run a business? He deservers ZERO stars!

Driving through from out of town with car problems. Stopped at Barnes Garage and they assigned a…read moremechanic, Chad, right away. We took a test drive, he figured out the problem and fixed it. It was that easy. Could not ask for better service. These guys are honest. Mechanics are knowledgeable and skilled. Wish we had a garage like this in Virginia where I live

Reasonably priced. Repair was complete within a week. 3 months after repair, transmission is still…read morerunning strong.

I highly recommend reliable transmissions of Chambersburg Pa. Phone 717-262-4967. I have had…read moreseveral jobs done by them & I was always satisfied with their service. They try to get you in as soon as possible & they stand back of their work. Robert L. Johns

If you need a fabulous mechanic, definitely go to Zach's! They are very efficient and very kind.read more

I was hesitant about finding a mechanic who was honest and efficient. Zach's seems to be both. So…read morefar so good.

[Experience with vehicle repair and car rental.]…read more My car broke down on the turnpike, and this was the ONLY place in Bedford that was A. open, B. worked on motors, and C. also rented cars. 3 hours from home, and 2 hours from my destination, I was stranded. the folks here were so kind and understanding of my situation. I was able to easily rent a car to get where I needed to go, and I would leave my car at the auto shop while they repaired it so that upon my return, I could return the rental and drive my car home. The rental process was easy, and, although I would have driven anything at that point, the rental was in great condition. The staff kept me in the loop with regards to the (bad) updates on my car throughout the duration of its stay, via phone calls and texts. When it became apparent that my car would NOT be fixed by the time my excursion was done, they worked out payment over the phone, and provided answers to all my questions. The car needed a new engine, a new radiator and a new coolant system. When it was time to me to pick my car up, the only available day was one where they were closed. They left my car for me in the lot, and I was able to get it with an extra pair of keys. I am NOT car-savvy, and I was in a really tough situation. These guys were professional but empathetic, and really held my hand through the whole thing. which, as a not-car-savvy person, was exactly what I needed. And if they weren't so far away, I'd absolutely go to them again.

Husband was approved for vehicle. he decided to put down what they ask for. upon that was told he…read moreno longer qualified for vehicle. but they wanted him to go ahead and put insurance on a vehcile he didnt even have in his name yet. if he would have done that he would have been out the money for the insurance. what kind of practice is this? better educate your sales staff the price you quote isnt always the price you need to pay. tell people up front before someone gets the law involved due to mis representing your self

Do not take anything here. They are scammers to put it nicely. Charged me over a grand for a $10…read morerepair after repeated misdiagnosis while charging me the entire time. Rebuilt and replaced parts that weren't bad and i payed for it. They suck. I had told them the entire time what i thought it was and i was right. Had to take it back several times and every time ended up with new problems. They let kids work on my truck and i ended up having to replace the transmission gasket and the transmission lines they left rubbing against the harmonic balancer until they split and charged me for every one of their mistakes. They are shit. Clearly can't diagnose transmissions and are not honest about how they conduct themselves. They say they'll rebuild your transmission for less than $1300, but they don't tell you they're going to start there and work towards the cheaper solutions because they can't diagnose a transmission. Fuck these retards. Do yourself a good service and avoid this place. I'm only writing this to help someone else avoid this nightmare of a shop. F steve and Scott.

Steve was 100% honest and accurate on his quote to rebuild my chevy 4 speed to replace the wearable…read moreparts . Now it runs perfect like new for a very good price. I later had a leak on The backside of the transmission and he fixed it in a day for under $100, so he does honest and fast work.

If I need any work on a transmission this is the only place I can say I trust fully for the repair…read moreand price.

Great place-from the front office to the tech calling me to tell me the problem and what he did to…read morefix it - price was just what they quoted I would highly recommend this business to anyone needing any type of transmission work !!