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Walt's Automotive Service

4.8 (49 reviews)
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Services - Walt's Automotive Service

Check engine light

Engine oil light diagnosis

Auto general diagnosis

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Auto noise diagnosis

Tire Pressure Monitoring System diagnosis

Auto no-start diagnosis

Auto vibration diagnosis

Auto diagnosis or inspection

Auto pre-purchase inspection

Auto maintenance

Auto fluids and filters maintenance

Oil changes

Auto wheel alignment

Auto repairs

Auto battery or electrical system repair

Auto brake repair

Auto engine repair

Auto exhaust repair

Auto HVAC repair

Auto light repair

Auto steering and suspension repair

Auto transmission repair

Auto wheel and tire repair

Routine automotive maintenance

Transmission leak inspection

Tire balancing

Tire installation

Tire repair

Tire rotation

Tire Pressure Monitoring System repair

Wheel alignment

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Angela R.

Nobody ever wants to have to use an auto mechanic. It's never a fun time when your car starts making funny noises or driving not-quite-right. To add to my despair, I previously had a preferred mechanic in the area (Masello's), however, since I started working downtown, the logistics of taking my car to that shop have gotten more challenging. Luckily, Walt's is not too far from where I work, and after seeing good reviews online/hearing recommendations from coworkers, I decided to take my car there. I called ahead and made sure they'd be able to get me in-- the office staff assured me they would have time to take a look. I dropped the car on my lunch break, and had a call within an hour assessing the issues. The mechanic told me they should be able to complete the repair (power steering issues) by closing time, and true to his word, the car was ready by 5:30. The staff was very personable and communicative and made a stressful situation easier with their professionalism. Hopefully, my car won't need any other repairs any time soon, however, next time it needs service, I will definitely consider taking it back to Walt's.

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Thank you! We look forward to doing business with you again.

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7 years ago

Despite the fact that my total was almost $1500 I feel like they were very honest and professional. They even washed my car!

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7 years ago

Best Automotive shop!! Honest mechanics with great prices. You will be glad you took your car to Walt's. We sure are glad we found them.

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8 years ago

Great service and honest. My son is a student and it's nice to know that there is a place he can go for repairs and not get ripped off

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10/10. In and out in 2 hours on the same day I called for an appointment. I had an oil change and inspection. Super quick, super friendly.

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I have been to Walt's twice now for car detailing ($70 interior package) and each time it has been delivered back to me in PRISTINE condition...

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I brought a 2022 Polestar 2 Performance, a rare one in Syracuse to this Big4, so happy with how…read morethey took care of the tire replacement. It was a day-and-night difference from another shop I struggled with that week. In the other shop, I was told that the tire would be ready in next day (not available), then 3 day later (not available again) and a week later. In contrast, Big4 got the matching tire next day. .. really saved my week for this rather exotic car. I saw how they meticulous took care of the car. I asked them to use the exact torque (103 lbs-ft) for the wheel bolts, and I saw they hand fastened each bolt with a torque wrench! Then they put the exact air pressure (42 PSI, I didn't tell them but they got it from the door sticker). This 42 PSI pressure is very important for the safe operation of Polestar 2. Overall, they did everything timely (waiting time was very short), yet handled everything very professionally. Some other notes: ---Customer reception area was spacious, clean and welcoming. That space didn't have any "tire smell" that is commonly found in most tire shops. Actually the door had a sign, "don't bring a tire inside" so I could tell they try to make this space as nice as possible. There were two nice old water paintings decorating the wall, and many photos and the big wooden American flag and Big4 sign. I liked how they decorated the reception. ---I saw a firetruck being serviced at another slot. I didn't know a firetruck could be placed in a private shop like this, and that scene was kind of assuring that even a firetrucks being sent here for service. I am so happy to find this shop, and can recommend it to anyone.

Got my front brakes done here, left the lot with them squeaking/grinding immediately (850 btw). I…read morecome back a few weeks later to get it fixed, they try to blame my rear brakes which they didn't do and charge me, I tell them it's the ones they did. I come at the end of the day to pick up the car and am told they found rubbing on the brake/rotor and fixed it at no charge. As I pull out there is no fix, the same noises come from the front of my car. Waste of my time and two missed days of travel for my job.

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Walt's Automotive Service - autorepair - Updated May 2026

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