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Auto repair services

Everything a car needs between oil changes and engine rebuilds, done in six bays on 2140 Washington Avenue. Every job starts with a written price.

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Brake repair

Pads, rotors, calipers and fluid, measured and photographed before we quote.

Brakes are the job most shops upsell. We measure every pad and rotor, text you the numbers with photos, and replace only what is under the safe limit. If your rotors can be resurfaced we say so instead of selling new ones.

Signs it's time

  • Squeal or grind when braking
  • Pedal pulses or feels soft
  • Car pulls to one side when stopping
  • Brake warning light

What's included

  • Pad and rotor thickness measured on all four wheels
  • New pads with hardware and lubricated slide pins
  • Rotors resurfaced or replaced
  • Brake fluid moisture test
  • Test drive before handover
Price
From $180 per axle
Time
Same day, 1½ to 2½ hours
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Check-engine light and diagnostics

A computer scan is where we start. A technician's hands-on check is how we finish.

A code tells us where to look, not what to replace. Parts stores read the code and sell you the part; we test the part before anyone buys it. That is why the diagnosis fee exists, and why it is free when you let us do the repair.

Signs it's time

  • Check-engine light on or flashing
  • Rough idle or hesitation
  • Worse fuel economy
  • Failed state inspection

What's included

  • Full code scan of every module
  • Live data and freeze-frame review
  • Pinpoint testing of the suspected part
  • Written diagnosis with photos
  • The $89 fee comes off the repair if you go ahead
Price
$89, credited to the repair
Time
About 1 hour to a written answer
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Oil changes and scheduled maintenance

Factory-schedule maintenance that keeps your warranty intact, without the dealer's add-ons.

Your owner’s manual sets the schedule, not a laminated menu. We follow your manufacturer’s intervals, log every service with date and mileage for your warranty, and tell you which “recommended” extras you can safely skip.

Signs it's time

  • Oil-change reminder on the dash
  • Past the mileage on your windshield sticker
  • 30k / 60k / 90k mile service due
  • Dark or low oil on the dipstick

What's included

  • Oil and filter to your manufacturer's specification
  • 30-point inspection with photos
  • Fluids checked and topped off
  • Tire pressures set and tread measured
  • Service logged for your warranty records
Price
From $49 for your first visit
Time
45 minutes to 1½ hours
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Steering, suspension and alignment

Shocks, struts, control arms, tie-rods and a computer alignment to finish.

Philadelphia potholes are hard on front ends. We put the car on the lift, show you which joints have play, and finish every suspension job with a computer alignment so your new tires do not wear out early.

Signs it's time

  • Car drifts or pulls on a straight road
  • Steering wheel off-center
  • Clunks over bumps
  • Uneven tire wear

What's included

  • Inspection on the lift with photos of every worn joint
  • Shocks
  • struts and springs
  • Control arms
  • ball joints and tie-rod ends
  • Four-wheel computer alignment with before-and-after printout
Price
Alignment from $99
Time
1 hour to 1 day
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AC and heating repair

Leak-tested, properly charged air conditioning for humid Philadelphia summers.

Topping up refrigerant without finding the leak is how a $149 fix becomes a $1,000 compressor. We find the leak first, show it to you, then charge the system to the exact weight on your car’s label.

Signs it's time

  • AC blowing warm or only cold at speed
  • Musty smell from the vents
  • Hissing or clicking under the dash
  • Heater blowing cold

What's included

  • Pressure and leak test with UV dye
  • Evacuate and recharge to factory weight
  • Compressor
  • condenser and blower diagnosis
  • Cabin air filter check
Price
From $149 for leak test and recharge
Time
1 to 3 hours for most fixes
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Batteries, starting and electrical

Free battery and charging test. Starters, alternators and wiring traced properly.

A new battery will not fix a bad alternator. We test the whole charging system before selling you anything, and if your battery passes we tell you so and send you on your way at no charge.

Signs it's time

  • Clicks but will not crank
  • Slow start on cold mornings
  • Lights dim at idle
  • Battery warning light

What's included

  • Battery load test and charging-system test
  • Terminal and ground cleaning
  • Starter and alternator testing on the car
  • Parasitic-drain tracing for batteries that keep dying
Price
Free test. Batteries from $180 fitted
Time
30 minutes to test and fit
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Tires and wheels

Mount, balance, rotate, repair and TPMS sensors, priced out the door.

Every tire quote we give is the out-the-door price, with mounting, balancing, valve stems and disposal already in it. No line items appear at the register.

Signs it's time

  • Shake at highway speed
  • Tire-pressure light on
  • Tread near the wear bars
  • Slow leak or nail in the tread

What's included

  • Mount and road-force balance
  • Rotation on your manufacturer's pattern
  • Plug-and-patch flat repairs
  • TPMS sensor testing and replacement
Price
Rotation and balance from $60
Time
30 minutes to 1 hour
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Engine and transmission repair

Timing belts, water pumps, head gaskets, leaks and transmission service.

Big repairs deserve a second opinion. Bring us the dealer’s quote; we will inspect the car, tell you plainly whether the work is needed, and give you our price in writing. If the repair costs more than the car is worth, we will tell you that too.

Signs it's time

  • Oil or coolant leaks
  • Overheating
  • Slipping or harsh shifts
  • Knocking or ticking from the engine

What's included

  • Leak tracing with dye and photos
  • Timing belts
  • chains and water pumps
  • Head gaskets and valve-cover gaskets
  • Transmission fluid service and external repairs
Price
Quoted after diagnosis
Time
1 to 4 days depending on parts
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Pick your
service

First Visit

$49

  • Synthetic-blend oil and filter, up to 5 quarts
  • 30-point inspection with photos by text
  • Tire pressures set
  • Written health report you keep
Claim the $49 visit

Seasonal

$139

  • Everything in First Visit
  • Tire rotation
  • Battery and charging test
  • Brake pads and rotors measured
  • All fluids topped off
  • New wiper blades
Book Seasonal

Full Service

$289

  • Everything in Seasonal
  • Full synthetic oil in place of blend
  • Engine and cabin air filters
  • Four-wheel alignment check
  • Coolant strength and condition test
  • Free check-engine scan
  • Road test with a technician
Book Full Service

Every package comes with the price lock and our 24 months / 24,000 miles warranty. Prices include parts, labor and disposal.

Before you book

Will an independent shop void my factory warranty?

No. The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act lets you have your car serviced anywhere. We use parts that meet your manufacturer's specification and give you a dated, itemized record of every service to keep with your papers.

How do you set your prices?

Labor comes from a published industry labor guide multiplied by our posted rate of $135 an hour. Parts are listed line by line. You see both on a written estimate and nothing starts until you approve it.

What if the job costs more than the estimate?

We pay the difference; that is the Price-Lock Guarantee. The approved estimate is the most you will be charged. If we find something new once a part is off, we stop, send photos and ask. Saying no is always fine.

Can I wait while you work on it?

Yes. Oil changes, brakes, batteries and most diagnostics are done in under two hours. The waiting room has Wi-Fi, coffee and a desk. For longer jobs we drive you anywhere within 8 miles at no charge.

Do you use original manufacturer parts?

We quote OEM or OE-equivalent parts from suppliers we trust, and on most jobs we give you both prices so you can choose. We never fit the cheapest part just to win the job.

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Call before 10, drive home by 5

Most brakes, batteries, diagnostics and maintenance are done the same day when you call before 10 am. Your price is locked in writing before we start. Weekday mornings fill first.

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