We live in NW Philadelphia and my wife and I have taken cars here for some years. They take great…read morecare and can save a mass of money, for example, An exhaust bracket failed on our Volvo S60; Our Volvo dealer wanted $900 to fix it. Carpenter Lane Garage cost to repair was $65. Four-five years later, the repair is still great. They NEVER rip-off women with unnecessary repairs, as some garages do; this opinion is based on neighbors who we have sent to the garage (due to high quotes they had for numerous 'needed work' on their vehicles). All have been surprised and delighted with the quality of care, work and pricing.

DO NOT GO HERE…read more Honesty and integrity are two values this shop and its employees are seriously lacking. Don't let the quaint neighborhood storefront fool you, this is no friendly neighborhood mechanic. If you want to pay $160 for an oil chance and inspection, this is the place for you. But who wants to pay that when everywhere else charges $100 at most. BEWARE OF SCAMMERS

Straight to the point. Good service. Fair pricing. I continue to take my car here for anything it…read moreneeds.

Amazing service with options and great communication. I dropped off my car and had no idea why it…read moreoverheated. They replaced the hoses and my car has been great.

Do NOT take your vehicle here. I had taken my car to have the driver side mirror replaced, as…read moresomeone had hit and detroyed mine. They charged me over $700 to replace it & when I went to pick it up, the mirror they had put on my car was clearly from a junk yard--the paint finish didn't even match. I asked them to order me the NEW mirror that I paid for & slightly embarrassed, they said they would. I took my car again, & when I picked it up, they simply had spray painted the junkyard mirror and put it back on. it's not even the correct size--the enclosure doesn't even snap closed. They charge for new and salvage from junkyards. TOTAL HACKS.

Im very disappointed with my experience at Midvale Ave automotive. I dropped off my car at 8am on a…read moreMonday to evaluate a humming issue. I didn't get notified of the diagnosis until 4pm and couldn't get my car back until the next day. The humming noise could not be identified and suggested I change a tie rod. I thought this was the issue. I called on Tuesday morning to get an estimated time to pick up my car I was told 3pm. I arrived on time at 3pm since I had to get to work that evening, I was charged for the tie rod and sent on my way. Driving back home, I noticed the humming sound was still there and even louder. I looked at the repair bill and it stayed that the humming sound was possibly from the rear differential and could cost upwards of 2k dollars, I was shocked they didn't tell me this in person when I picked up the car. I called to get more information on this and they told me they could not exactly point out the source of the humming sound and that they were only 70% sure it was the rear differential. For 2k I wasn't sure if I could trust them to do the repairs given my experience so far. I'm very disappointed with the lack of communication and lack of solution finding to the problem I walked in with. About an hour later, I didn't feel safe with the car driving as is and called back asking to go ahead with the rear differential repair. They told me that they will shop around for parts and give me a call back. It is now Thursday and have not heard back from the shop. Terrible service. Go somewhere else

Best mechanics. Honest, affordable and fast. They do their best to squeeze you in and give you…read moreaccurate assessments. Dave is great!

My inspection was a fail because I was told I needed a Front lower arm control, Mercedez Benz, took…read moreit for a second opinion and was told I could actually put it off for like a year (which I am not maybe a few months) but the fact that I have been a consistent customer there, they could have done the pass specially since it was an emergency situation, oh and they charge 600 for part and labor.

Super helpful and quick! Was able to get my inspection done within 24 hours and it was finished an…read morehour after I dropped it off.

A while ago I brought my "beater" car here with an ignition problem. They advised me that the…read moreproblem was not worth the $ to fix based on the value of the car, and didn't charge me for looking at it. I cant say how much i appreciate their honesty. Previous to bringing it here I brought it to a *different* shop which took advantage of the situation and charged me $800 for new brakes knowing that the undercarriage was completely rusted and about to fall out. I can recommend this shop for their integrity.

Great service!!!! Very nice to work with.Great customer service!…read moreThey truly care about helping you.

I had a fantastic experience with them. I was stranded a 1/2 mile away with a pothole blown front…read moretire. They sent a wonderful technically who evaluated the situation and said I could make it to the shop while he followed me. They had to order a new tire, which would take 2-3 hours, he drove me home. Their prices were really fair and reasonable! And their service is excellent! I give them 5 stars!!

I've had state inspections and oil changes done here. I've always had very positive interactions…read morewith all the staff and always been charged fair prices. Not one of those places that is trying to find extra things to charge you with. Service is always completed fast too, even though they are always busy. Haven't had anything more involved done at the shop though so cannot comment on that.

Just had my Van inspected at Liams. Great service great staff...Always satisfied Thanks Guysread more

I have had my vehicle repaired here on multiple occasions and have found the service to be prompt,…read moreaffordable, and the quality to be as up to standard. It's hard to find a decent mechanic for a good price and so far this shop has really helped to keep things moving and active, with minimal downtime. I absolutely trust bringing my car to this place and you definitely can't say that about every Philadelphia mechanic. Though they were not able to perform auto glass repair they did recommend me a solid lead. I'll be bringing my vehicles back here without a doubt.

I LOVE Monte & Sons Auto Repair. I have been having my vehicles serviced with them for a few years…read morenow and I am ALWAYS completely satisfied with their work. Rick and Pete are very knowledgeable of just what you car needs. They always do a superb job at a fair price. I will be coming back to them for years!