Central Automotive Service & Repair, Inc.
| Address: | 69 2nd St, Coralville, IA 52241, USA |
| Phone: | +1 319-338-2053 |
| Site: | centralautocoralville.com |
| Rating: | 4.5 |
| Working: | 7:30AM–5:30PM 7:30AM–5:30PM 7:30AM–5:30PM 7:30AM–5:30PM 7:30AM–5:30PM Closed Closed |
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John Correia
The receptionist lady loves money. Every time she talks its your fault and your money she wants to spend. I used to trust these guys but this place has turned into a Mc Auto. They charged me $120 to spray a can of carb cleaner THAT did nothing. Then they broke a a wheel barring and acted like thats how I brought it to them... When i complained they said it was just rust and not a wheel barring... But the receptionist lady said that I needed to get the wheel barring fixed asap... These guys use the fear factor too much. HURRY UP AND PAY MORE MONEY! TOOK them 5 days to put a battery in my car. The price was on the high side $120. They complained about me getting my car towed to their shop. None of them wanted to drive the shuttle to take me home, I was stranded at their shop stuck outside in the freezing cold waiting for a cab for about an hour because they all rushed home when their shift was over. They didnt even look at my car till day 4. I felt like I made a mistake taking my vehicle to this Mc-auto shop.
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Blake Whitten
I used to take my 1989 Dodge Colt hatchback to Boubin Auto in Coralville because the GREAT parts manager there helped me to find parts for repair (not an easy job) and a GREAT mechanic improvised as necessary to keep my car running. Then in 2014 Central Automotive just several doors down did something really smart by hiring away BOTH the manager and my favorite mechanic from Boubin. I switched companies and am happy to report that Central Auto provides top-notch service at reasonable prices. I like to baby my Colt and over time am slowly replacing all its parts and making it better, all with Central Autos help. The owner Mike is a stand-up guy that I enjoy doing business with. I would especially recommend Central Auto to anyone whos keeping an older car alive, as I am. These people are the best in town and I am a Number One Satisfied Customer! Sincerely, Blake Whitten
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Darron Carr
Had a busted radiator and a few miscellaneous things wrong. I had gotten quotes from a mechanic friend out of town, giving me the lowest price to just repair what NEEDED to be repaired and what I wanted repaired. Came to Central Automotive, they got me in right away. Estimated the same price I had gotten from my friend back home, and that it would be done before the end of the day. When they couldnt get it done in time, they kindly allowed me to borrow a loaner vehicle for the night, and totally saved my butt (had a concert to play that night). In the end, they fixed everything we had discussed and held to the same estimated price. They were fair, friendly, and fast. Its good to know I dont have to go back home to get quality automotive care and repairs!!
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James Lang
Central Automotive is the only place I will go. Mike always finds time to fit me in no matter what the issue and keeps me and my fleet on the road. The team of mechanics can handle every situation from oil changes to full engine rebuilds and technical electrical issues. The staff is always friendly and most importantly honest. They understand my schedule and will even go pick up the cars or give me a loaner. Finding an automotive shop that you can trust is hard to find but I always get honest answers on what is worth fixing and what should wait and there is never unnecessary extras or running up the bill. 10 stars wasnt an option or they would get that.
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Justin Houseal
my car broke down on the interstate not to far from there shop, they actually helped out finding me a tow truck, got my truck back to the shop, diagnosed it and had an alternator dropped off within 10 min from Good Guys Autocare, they helped me and my family get back on the road in a very timely manner to carry on with our vacation....I would strongly recommend anyone to take there vehicles to Central Auto for any service they could need. The guys at the shop from the counter person, mechanic, and owner were very understanding to my situation and did all they could to help us.
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Eric Kolsto
Not sure where the negative reviews came from, obviously from a couple of rubes who dont know which end of a wrench does the work! If you dont understand the mechanics of a car, dont post negative reviews as it sends the wrong message. If you dont make an appointment, you should expect to wait. My wife and I rely on Mike and his guys to keep our vehicles repaired and serviced. Zero issues. I have a strong mechanical background and know a lot about cars and can honestly say that they have never tried to pull one over on us.
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Double O Seven
Stay away from this company they are a bunch of crooks. I took my vehicle in for a check engine light and Mike told me I needed a new engine put in. Next day I took it to a different mechanic and they told me they couldnt find anything wrong with it. Conclusion: these people are a bunch of lousy crooks that should be put out of business. Never go here. I talked to a guy named Mike and he was one of the rudest and most disrespectful people I have ever met.
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Mike Eden
Always willing go the extra mile for you, Vehicle has been fixed the first time and quickly and accurate every time. Mike the owner is extremely knowledgeable about the vehicles and is willing to explain it to you in a way that makes sense. I dont see them adding in all this extra stuff many other shops need. Best place in town if you want to work with strait shooters.
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Daniel Bedell
These guys helped me out of a jam getting a trailer attached back to my car. Dropped what they were doing to help my wife and I get the trailer back on and gave us a few valuable tips for the future. Certainly could of made us feel dumb, but instead said theyd seen far worse and were happy to help. Thanks again guys we really appreciated it!
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Joyce Barker
Have been without a trusted mechanic for a long time. Needed a second opinion and found Central Automotive. They did a wonderful job for a better price. Told us what needed done and what could wait if we wanted to spread things out. Absolutely Fantastic! I have found my new trusted mechanic.
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dougf4g
I have had two high performance cars in for alignment. Both were done quickly and professionally. I felt the price was more than fair given the level of service provided. Taking my Corvette there as soon as I get the front end rebuilt!
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Barbara anderson
Everyone here was extremely friendly and helpful. My daughter and I felt very welcome and they took care of us in a timely fashion. They even recommended a place where I could purchase less expensive tires. I will be back! Thank you!
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Rachel Richards
Ive taken both my cars there a few times. They have the best prices in town and my cars are running better then ever! Plus they are very polite and will actually show you what is wrong.
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Isabel Diaz
Very rude customer service needed to ask a few questions about my car and mike who attended me said he didnt have time and hung up on me. Never doing business here again.
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Jon Taylor
Doc and Mike run a great business. We take our commercial fleet vehicles here, and I trust them with my personal vehicles as well. Always prompt and thorough.
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