Any car owner who wants alternatives to paying dealership rates for repairs should check out David and his team at Top Series Auto. My search for an honest mechanic that has competitive rates 6 years led me to him. He was a referral by my mom's cousin who has been a customer of his for years and for good reason. David has been my go-to mechanic since he's earned my trust.
One time my alternator blew on '02 Honda Civic and I was stuck in a Loblaws parking lot. I called him after business hours on a Saturday and he picked up and arranged for a tow truck and met at his shop (hours after he closed!). Tow truck rate was cheap too!
The only drawbacks to going to Top Series is the lack of a heated waiting area -- freezing in winter! But there's Chinese restaurants and cafes around you can chill at while you wait for your car. Also, often he's very busy so I'd recommend calling in and making an appointment. Even when he's busy he'll take the time to ask you the right questions about your car.
He's a former mechanic for a Honda dealer so he knows his stuff. Well, I'm thoroughly impressed by his character and talent as a mechanic and I thought he deserves the kudos here on Yelp. read more