JD Auto Center in
Chestnut Hill Meeting House (MA)

Jon was extremely transparent with pricing and offered me a complete price break down of all the work done. I came in with a nightmare of a job and the guys handled it like true professionals. What would've been a week+ at any other shop, was finished in one day for me. I can't recommend them enough. Thank you guys!

John and all his guys are AMAZING! JD auto is the only place I’ll take my car. They are extremely honest and the quality of work is phenomenal! John sent me pics as they were working on my car and let me know exactly what needed to be fixed and what could wait to be fixed. If you’re looking for a trustworthy place to get your car fixed. Look no further!

The owner of this place is one of the most honest mechanics I’ve encountered. I’ve gone here for tire mounts and alignments and the service has been 10/10. If you are looking for a place to get your car serviced for years to come, stop by JD.

These are some real, genuine, nice guys. My dad has been bringing his cars to JD for years, nearly a decade probably. He's always had an excellent experience with them. Recently, my dad had moved away, gifting me one of his cars. The car that he gifted me had suddenly began making a horrible grinding noise, so naturally I brought it to the guys that know this car best; JD Auto Center. They took the car in at 10am without notice, diagnosed and fixed the issue all before 1pm (and for a great price). These guys were extremely friendly, transparent and honest. I truly feel 100% confident in their work and would recommend them to anyone with any car (they also did all the maintenance on my dad's Aston Martin without a hiccup).

I've been using JD for my car service for years and on the occasions I've gone elsewhere (especially the dealer) I've regretted it. John at JD always treats me honestly and with respect and has saved me money by steering me away from unnecessary service or overpriced parts, but they never skimp when it's important. Highly recommended

I cannot recommend JD auto enough. They are knowledgable, incredibly honest, and kind. I would not trust anyone else with my car!

We were on our way to the zoo with our baby and toddler and needed to pull in because we got ran over a nail and our tire was quickly going flat. The team was so kind and had us pull right up so they could help us out. They made sure that we were ok and got us going back on our way in 20 minutes! Thank you so much!

Called and received an appointment the next day for a non functioning air conditioning system in an 2013 Audi. The problem was repaired within 4-5 hours. This was the first time I’ve had such a positive experience with my Audi service and with a cost less than $1000. I ‘m so glad to have found JDAuto and will use them instead of the Audi dealership in the future.

I showed up with a rattling mess on four wheels and left wondering if they secretly swapped it for a newer model. Yeah...they’re that good. John and his team not only diagnosed and fixed the main issue I brought my car in for (turns out the windows weren't working because some mice decided to chew through the wiring), but they also patched my corroded/leaking exhaust, topped off my fluids, and even took preventative measures to keep future snack-seeking rodents away. JD Auto handled everything with honesty, mastery, and kindness. They truly treated my car (and me) with the utmost care. THANK YOU for fixing my death trap.

In addition to their helpfulness, friendliness, and excellent communication, their transparency and reasonable prices are why I'm recommending JD Auto to anyone who needs to take their car in. Trustworthy, reliable, and professional. Thank you!

Place is great and does a good job at very fair prices - I’ve had a bunch of repairs and servicing done here. Owner is a great guy though sometimes it feels like I’m the best thing that happened to his day and other times he’s forgotten me and is like who are you because it gets so busy sometimes 🤣 Despite that I don’t think I’ve had any trouble getting appointments. They have experience servicing and taking care of cars of all types ranging from economy cars to high end luxury. The waiting area is clean and comfortable. One small bit of feedback would be to maybe have a coffee machine or something at the waiting area but that’s just a nitpick.

I used to go to Mass inspection in Somerville for my yearly inspection, but wanted somewhere closer. This place is first come first serve and they only have one inspection bay, so there may be a bit of a wait if you come during a busy time. However, they were professional and easy to work with. There were two cars in front of me and I was in and out with my sticker in probably about a half hour. Overall, seems like a nice small business.

These guys are scammers. I get $15-20 worth of gas here once a week or so, a few days ago I got my regular $20 and my bank alerted me to fraudulent activity. They charged me $50. My car can't even take that much gas. Always get a receipt if you go here. Better yet avoid

I was referred to JD Auto by a friend . I brought a 1998 Mercury Marquis that belonged to a Brigadier General who was one of the original Tuskegee Airmen. It had sat in a garage for 7 years was covered in dust and never started. I had towed to JD and the next day they called and said it was done and it was running great. The car was donated by the General to a charity where I serve as President. The car is used to transport veterans and seniors from medical appointments that require an escort following, endoscopies, colonoscopies, pain clinic, chemo and home after a hospital stay. It’s called the Woodymobile in honor of General Woodhouse who celebrated his 98th Birthday January 19. This is not only a five star operation, but a family who has pride in their profession. They are good and decent people with kindness in their hearts.

Amazing, honest, and reliable—they made a customer for life! I had multiple issues with my car in a short time span and John went above and beyond to help me out. He ensured I understood the work done, what the readings meant, and provided full transparency on pricing. And the shop is GORGEOUS! I did a double take upon walking in wondering if I was at an auto center! My other car is due for inspection soon and I can’t wait to come back!

Amazing, spectacular, incredible service! The staff went above and beyond for me. I went in with what I thought was a simple coolant leak, however, after the staff looked at it, they realized my water pump needed repair. They also found a few other issues and explained things to me thoroughly. It felt like they were not just trying to take my money, but instead that they truly cared about my safety on the road. I will make a long drive to see them again if needed! Thanks, guys!

I have had only good experiences here and highly recommend. They've always been fair with what they did and tried to find the best pricing for me. Owner very nice. Always quick service. Can't believe I'm giving a car service 5 stars but there it is... and deserved!

JD Auto Center is the best place to go for car inspections. The service is always fast, friendly, and efficient. The bilingual staff has great communication, and I've never had any issues. Also there's never a wait—we were in and out in under 15 minutes. Highly recommended!

Today I had the pleasure of working with JD Auto. Not only did John live up to his name, but he also went above and beyond to save me a $1000 compared to another mechanic with "Pleasant" in their name. JD Auto was professional, genuine and committed to customer satisfaction. He took the time to thoroughly inspect my vehicle and patiently explained the issues he found. What impressed me most was his honesty and transparency—qualities that are unfortunately hard to come by in the auto repair industry. If you're looking for a trustworthy and skilled mechanic who genuinely cares about your wallet and your vehicle, look no further than JD Auto. I recommend him (and his son) and will be returning for any future automotive needs. On a side note, I had a less-than-pleasant experience with another mechanic with "Pleasant" in their name. I would caution others to steer clear of them! Thank you JD Auto!

Felt the need to write another review for JD Auto Center because of how wonderful of an experience I had with them. This is the second time I’ve used them for my auto needs. I needed my USB port replaced and they fixed it within a matter of minutes. The owner is kind and friendly and the mechanics are quick and efficient. Again, highly recommend them!!

Visiting from 13 hours out of state I noticed a tire leak and damage to my valve stem. John got me in immediately with no appointment and his mechanic Jeff had me fixed with a new TPMS sensor (hard to find) within 40 minutes. Fantastic people at this shop.

This review is long overdue, but the day before thanksgiving I noticed my car was making some rough sounds when I used the brakes. I knew it would be a long shot to get it repaired the day before such a big holiday, but I called to see if they could just look at it and tell me if it was road safe. I learned that my brakes were completely stripped and my front right tire was bald. They had a line of cars already booked in and had no more room for the day (the next several days). The owner of the store asked me what I would do for thanksgiving and I said that my family would probably just have to stay home instead of going to see family in New Hampshire as this was our only car. He managed to call a parts delivery service and got me new brakes and a new tire that day. It took a reasonable amount of time and I was charged an extremely fair price. I simply cannot recommend this place enough. Fair pricing, great people. I’m a customer for as long as I live here for sure.

When I came to pick up my car, the owner offered me my keys with a smile--before I'd paid--and told me to take a drive around the block so I could be sure it was fixed properly. After very bad experiences elsewhere, I was blown away by JD Auto's expertise and the cordial and respectful way they treat customers. They repaired a connection in a hard-to-access place that other shops either didn't know how to get to or just didn't want to bother with (more on that below). Once they took a look, they showed me exactly where the problem was, didn't even mention what they'd have to do just to reach it(!), and their prices were really good. I brought my car in 2 days before Christmas, and while I waited in the large customer lounge, other customers kept showing up and dropping off large packages of holiday goodies! The way they do business generates plenty of good will in their customers. Here's how bad things were before I went to JD Auto: people were making me feel I was darkening their doorstep by requesting a repair that they didn't want to deal with. Two other shops had told me there was nothing wrong with my car even though there clearly was: a concerning clunk when turning the wheel! One shop charged me for a fix that quickly came undone, and when I returned and calmly said I was not satisfied with the repair, the owner was hostile (and told me to leave). At another shop, after he said nothing was wrong with the car, the owner agreed to go on a test drive with me so I could point out the sound. He stood me up twice. JD Auto would be terrific even if I hadn't had such bad experiences elsewhere. They are a model of how to treat customers while providing expert service.

I have been going to JD Auto for years. Every single time they go above and beyond to give me amazing service. They are kind, courteous, informative, and detail oriented. During the pandemic, there were supply chain issues to get a costly part that I needed. They went ahead and did welding work to essentially rebuild the part that I already had. This morning I came in on a Saturday with my bumper hanging off, no appointment. Within hours they fixed my bumper and even heated it to remove other pre existing dents and helped me avoid a costly trip to a body shop. They also did a full service on my car and noticed that my control arms and stabilizer links were shot. I only know these terms because they picked me up from my house to drive me over and show me the work being done. They always educate me about exactly what they are doing and why. The level of service is unmatched and I will never go anywhere else. The prices are very reasonable and it is quality work from good people.

After my recently experience at JD Auto Shop, this will be the only place I’ll ever go again for car needs. They are extremely attentive, detail oriented and knowledgable. I needed 4 new tires - they explained the options, ordered and when I arrived the next morning and they took my car right away. Highly recommend !

I am going to recommend this place to everyone! With my car coming into the shop with several significant issues this morning, I am ecstatic and shocked that I was able to have my car back before closing time of the same day. I never really write reviews but after my experience with JD Auto today, there's no way I could not write a review after the amazing service they provided. First thing in the morning, my power transmission went out. With being new to the area, I looked to the online reviews and just sent it away to the nearest shop, fingers crossed that it would be a good shop to go to. Upon my car's arrival at the shop, it seemed that instead of having a simple fix of just replacing the power steering fluid, my car had an electrical power steering, which meant electrical work would need to be done or that it would need to be entirely replaced. Knowing how pricey the replacement would be, the shop diligently worked to resolve the electrical issue at hand. In addition to the power steering, I sent it away with some other concerns of mine, all of which was fixed at a very reasonable price and extremely timely. If you're looking for a shop to go to please trust my review along with all of the other positive reviews listed for this shop. The shop was very friendly, hardworking, knowledgeable, empathetic, and were any and all other terms around having exceptional customer service you can think of. They remained very transparent and kept me informed throughout the entire day. They explained everything they had done, why it needed to be done, effectively answered all of my questions, and truly went above and beyond to ensure I left happy. After my experience today, I plan on coming back here every time.

My family has used JD's service for over 10 years. We moved to another city and I'm happy to drive 30 min for their excellent service, expertise and kindness. Thanks to this crew, our prior car made it to 16.5 years (240K miles) w/o ever leaving us stranded. The mechanics are honest, giving you pricing in advance and showing you car parts after service and always delivered what they've promised us. They know their stuff! The waiting area and bathroom are very clean and comfortable and the gas pump attendant they have is super kind and helpful. So grateful for having gotten a referral years ago by a coworker!