This rating is based on customer reviews, inventory size, pricing, and service quality
For drivers in New York, NY, 117th St Auto Services scores 83/100. Reviews lean positive: many cite friendly, skilled staff, honest diagnostics, affordable fixes, quick inspections, towing help, U‑Haul drop‑offs, and convenience for gas/snacks; several note fast turnarounds. Complaints are sharper around pricing—alleged $50–$60 inspections, wiper upsells, and pricey gas—and one claim of work not completed; cleanliness could improve. Overall, a neighborhood staple with speedy service and good manners, but confirm estimates and what’s included before greenlighting work.
What clients say about 117th St Auto Services in New York (NY)
I live in the area and go to this mechanic, probably two or three times a year for inspections and other things that my older car (2007 Toyota Highlander hybrid) goes through. The guy who runs the shop is really honest, and has saved me a TON of money when other people have tried to quote me on BS things it doesn’t actually need.
He goes the extra mile to figure out the most cost-effective way to keep your car safe safely running, even calling multiple places to get a good quote on replacement parts. Would give 10 stars if I could.
Our car broke in Manhattan, he send his tow truck and fixed our car with in 20mins, I would recommend if you have any trouble with your car, visit this place.
They did an awesome job.
I come here every year to get my car inspection the owner and his workers are always nice and offer us coffee as we wait. I will never go anywhere else for my inspection.
They must've had my review removed because they don't want people to know what thieves they are. They charge 50 to 60 bucks for inspections on brand new cars or they will tell you that you can't pass inspection because the wipers are bad so they could charge you meanwhile I barely had any miles on a brand new leased vehicle ...they WILL tag team you with this scam so BEWARE! YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!
Hi, just got my car inspected here. I know nothing about cars and they were very helpful and fast. Will probably only go here in the future. Walked out having paid WAY less than I anticipated
Okay, so most women I'll admit take their cars to a mechanic and trust they will do right. This shop is outstanding. They address you immediately, work hard to diagnosis the issue and work in good time. I don't mind paying for good service and this is their livelihood, they deserve to be paid well. I will say, I feel confident going there and you will too.
Went there to get my car inspected and it passed the workers there was very helpful and polite. I will continue to go back there when I need my worked on.
I was just stripped out of my money in a broad day light. 60 dollars for car inspection. Where the rest of the city charges 6 - 27. Can not even imagine what they would charge for a bigger job.
Want to get screwed, go there :))
Very good mechanic very affordable there....they don't charge for service you don't need been going there for over 5 years....I would definitely recommend them to anyone
I will not recommend it..they are crooks..went to auto zone received a diagnostics..have them a copy...they said they did the work but it was not done at all..we brought the car the next day ck engine light was on...instead of them cking their error they dismissed us..and told us to fo somewhere else...we called.the police they couldn't do anything it's a civil matter..now we are in the process taking them to court..
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