Capitol Mechanics, Inc in
Troy (NY)

Have been taking my cars to Mike and Tina for 30 years. I'm always left with the confidence that the repairs are the best that could be, and that only what was necessary has been addressed! Maintenance done right!

Always doing their best for you and the car. They explain whats wrong and what is needed. I have been going here for quite some time and I feel like family.

Capitol Mechanics is a treasure. From taking care of the most routine problems to resolving complicated issues no one else can figure out, these people can even resurrect ancient cars to like-new. Capitol Mechanics is unique and irreplaceable.

Very good people. I ran into an issue with my car and didn't have to tool to take the part off. I called around and nobody would help me because I had my own part. I called capitol mechanics and told them my issue and they had my car in and out the shop within 2 hrs. The also found another problem that i didnt know about and showed me unlike other shops they wouldnt show you just tell you. I don't like car shops but this place is not like the other. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone. I gave them a 10 out of 10. They could of easily told me no like the other places but didnt. Thank you for the help I received on a sat afternoon and got my car fixed.

This is my first bad review. I drove my beauitful audi Q7 myself to capitol mechanics after I read so many good reviews about them. My car had a coolant warning light. No check engine light and nothing major. I asked them for a diagnostics. Their first estimate was 1400 dolar for changing waterpump and thermostat. And Sam told me I could pay in installments and they would deduct the diagnostic charge out ot total. When I said how can they trust me? She said they will simply have faith. Later I learned that they have no faith, no moral and no work etchics. Anyway I will come to that point later. I agreed for the repair. The day later after my research I thought this is the best option. When I took my car there for them fix it, they refused the deduct diagnostic as they previously promised. And they told me repeatedly " we are not a financial instutitions to do installments" and that I have to pay full. Two promises they made while I was making decision were both lies. When they started working on the car, After like 2 weeks they told me the final cost would be about 2700 dollars. I was fine with it. I just wanted them to give me my car. It was long enough. After first week of repair process I gave their loaner back because I was not driving it. One month into long repair Mike gave me a call and said that the car is fine and I can finally take my car from them. When I went there and ask for an ny state inspection they refuse to do it. They said I have to drive it for 2 days before they they can inspect my car. When I asked why they did not drive to test the car, he said, he can't pay the mechanics working for him to drive my car. But they charged me 100 dolar for test drive. It is in my bill!. Anyway I took my car from them and in just 2 hours check engine light was on, the car was shaking like crazy I figured out there was no splash cover under the hood. They were that negligent. My car would only drive on high rpm. I was so frustrated I took my car to capitol mechanics again. They started working on it. One day after like 5-6 weeks into the repairs Mike called me and said that I needed to pay 10k usd for them to fix my car. I said "are u kidding me, you guys messed up my car and ask me for more money?" They said "well it is your problem". The mike guy who was a nice guy in the beginning would repeatedly call me to threaten to call the police on me if I did not return the loaner to them. For the people who are reading these lines, you know that the problem was?? I gave their loaner back in first week. They would call and harrass me for something they knew I didn't have. I told him many many times that they have loaners key, and the car is their parking lot. He would later never apologised for that. He would call and ask for the loaner without listening to me. They were seeing the loaners car was sitting right next to them all the time. I expected them to stay behing their work and promises and gave me my car after I was charged usd 2700. They never offer me for a compensetation. One day after 2 months my car was in their parking lot. I got a letter from them It was saying they would started to charge me 50 dolars per day for parking. When I went there to pick up my car.My car was not in driving condition. They messed up all engine, engine parts in back seats, no splash cover under engine. I found my car in a mess. I drove my car with a minor problem to them and got it back in such a mess. I had to pay a towing company to get my car to my parking lot, and asked kaddo's auto to asks his opinion. He came to my parking lot, and told me the repairs will cost me more than 11 thousands, and whole engine needed to be replaced. Sam, tina and mike, those people have done me so much harm. It should not be that easy to get away withit. They made 2700 dolars, I lost a car. I don't have money left to fix it. I will see them in court soon. You can see pictures of diagnostic and bill and pictures of dashboard after so called repair. I am so dissappointed. Shame on them.

I took my car here and they were willing and able to perform the needed work and found the parts easily for me. I had struggled with other mechanics who didn't want to work on my car. Overall pleased and the quote was reasonable.

I have been happy with the customer service and the mechanical work on my 2014 Porsche Boxster S. I also brought my Jeep Compass in for and inspection. I’m happy I found this independent garage.

Capitol Mechanics is a team of professionals in the field of automotive repair and maintenance. My family has been repairing automobiles at their auto business for years, they have earned a reputation as local experts, especially when it comes to Saab and Mercedes vehicle maintenance and repair. They sold us three cars, and they did their best to solve any problems with those cars if they ever needed maintenance. We are grateful for their meticulous attention to detail and comprehensive knowledge of these prestigious brands, Capitol Mechanics ensures that every car entrusted to their care receives top-notch treatment. Whether it's routine maintenance, complex repairs, or intricate diagnostics, customers can rely on Capitol Mechanics team to provide unparalleled service, ensuring that their Saab or Mercedes is restored to optimal performance and efficiency.

Love this place. They can fix anything pertaining to a vehicle. Before you buy your next vehicle, bring it to these guys and let them go through your vehicle from top to bottom. When they are done you will know if your car is a lemon today, tomorrow, or down the road. Capitol Mechanics will give you the peace of mind in purchasing your next vehicle from any dealership.

Capital Mechincs is hands down the most honest, knowledgeable, and capable mechanics I have ever used. All of my vehicles go to Capital. They recently did an engine swap for me, not only for dirt cheap but they did a tremendous job. Not only did they install the engine without a hiccup they also got my heated seat to work and my Bluetooth radio working again. The best part is, they didn't charge me a dime to fix the radio or seat warmer!!! I would encourage everyone to bring thier car there. Foreign or Domestic.

My friend and I stopped here after the boat and trailer we recently purchased had trailer problems. Jason was very helpful, and who worked hard to get us back on the road. The team fabricated a part we needed in their on-site machine shop, and took care of us all the way through. We were very happy with the service, knowledge, and capabilities of the team. We were lucky to pull into their shop.

Very fast service, I contacted C.M. to have a pre-purchase car inspection carried out on a high end second hand car the following day. Their price for service was very reasonable, also gave me a AAA discount. I got good insight into the car I was considering buying, the most important part was talking with them post inspection along with the report. They just saved me a lot of money. Definitely recommend again for pre-purchase inspection.

Brought my 2009 Honda Accord here after 3 other mechanics could not diagnose the problem. An issue with the power steering system was diagnosed and repaired in a matter of hours. My car is back to perfect! They were very professional and thorough and listened to my concerns. Capitol mechanics were honest and very straight forward. Great price...and they gave me a loaner while my car was in the shop!!! Michael is a very knowledgeable engineer and I will never take my car anywhere else! Best mechanic in the state.

Great place! They just fixed my Mercedes in 1 day and I got to use a loaner car which was awesome! Another place I had taken my car in Green Island apparently could not even hear the very loud noises it was making because then Robert's Auto would have had to pay for it under the warranty. Very nice people as well. Will use them for all my repairs and maintenance!

I bring vehicles from my body shop to Mike and his team at Capital Mechanics when they have engine issues. I used him because I was referred to him from a networking group our business belongs to. He is awesome at what he does and I am beyond happy with the work he has done for me. Last time I had a vehicle at Capital Mechanics It needed a new engine and we got the car back in less then a week. There was a check engine light on and so we sent it back to Mike. He looked it over and could not figure out why we were getting a timing code. We sent it to the dealership and after 4 days they figured out the motor was a different motor then the vehicle was supposed to have. I guess a slight variation in the model was causing an issue. We found out that the salvage yard that Mike bought the used engine from had labeled their part wrong and that is why we were having this problem. Mike paid for everything at the dealer and towed the car back to his shop. He forced the yard to take the engine back and give him the right one and after a couple days he had the car back to me. My customer who had to endure this process was super happy. Capital Mechanics went beyond what most other shops would have done and I feel great bringing my cars to Mike whenever I need anything. It says a lot about a business when they stand behind their work. Thank you Mike for being such a great guy and running a business that does the right thing for it's customers! I will be referring as many people as I can to Capital Mechanics!

I have brought my older BMW to Capitol Mechanics several times over the past couple years, usually for issues and not for general maintenance. Each time Mike, the owner, has taken the time to talk about what they've found as the issue and what options there are for repair. The mechanics there do really good work too - Mike and his team know how to work on older cars and the complications they can sometimes have. I highly recommend at least checking this place out - I was referred here by a friend and it's the only place I'll go in the Capital Region. I live 20 min. away and it's worth it.

Michael and his team have been amazing. I was referred here by TACS in Bethlehem after I had issues with my engine. Ended up replacing the engine but kept running into a check engine light coming up. Had to come back and was taken good care of along the way, with both additional stops being free and the team calling the supplier regarding a faulty part. Top customer service. I will definitely be back!

I have taken my car to Capitol Mechanics for years, since I read that they were recommended by AAA and the Better Business Bureau, and they are the best auto repair for miles around. I trust them completely and when they have to keep my car overnight for repairs, they do provide a loaner car free of charge, until the car is repaired. Capitol Mechanics is the best and they can be relied on to provide grade A+ service. They are outstanding in auto repair and the owners are very nice people.

I brought my mini van in to have the CV joints, rotors, breaks and inspection done. Job was done quick, very responsible price and they even gave me a free loaner car for the weekend because the CV joint was not available. Mike, the owner, took time and gave me great tips to keep the car it better shape and to disbunk some car myths. WIll definitely bring my cars back here in the future.

I highly recommend capitol mechanics for first rate foreign car repairs. They have proven to be fair, reliable and knowledgeable. I won't go anywhere else. They keep my cars in top shape They repair it right the first time, .they don't nickel and dime you. They've always been friendly, warm and courteous.

HONEST, EXTREMELY KNOWLEDGEABLE, and GOOD PRICES. What more could you possibly ask for in a mechanic?! I recommend them wholeheartedly. Though I rely on reviews a great deal, I never take the time to write one myself...this time, I simply must. I bought Saab convertible with a stalling problem that no one could solve for months. After an extensive search I found Capitol Mechanics, 2 HOURS away from my home. The owner spent a lot of time with me on the phone and was so patient and knowledgeable , that I decided to tow the car to them. I could not have made a better decision!! Not only did they find and fix the problem, they took to the time to explain things to me and point out other things the car needed, without the pressure of doing them right away. In fact when I asked them to to fix other things, they insisted I spend time with the car and make sure everything was working as it should.

Great people doing a great job. My exhaust system was riddled with holes and I needed a new transmission. They had it done in less than a week, gave me a free loaner, and were VERY informative about exactly what was going on with my car. They gave me things to look for in the near future and didn't do any meaningless work just to milk me for cash. All in all great experience and I will be back.

Mike spent most of his career as an engineer, but decided working on cars was more fun. He's a genius. I took my 2004 Cavalier to another mechanic with a cylinder 3 misfire and he couldn't fix it (didn't charge me either) but didn't know what to tell me. Mike figured it out in very little time and now I'm back on the road. Prices are average but he's honest and won't try to tack on unnecessary stuff. Definitely try this place out.

Capitol Mechanics is one of the gems of the Capital District. Mike and his team are smart, honest and enjoyable to work with. They really care about cars and about helping their customers make the right decisions. They've replaced my radiator and most recently my shocks and suspension on my 1981 classic, among other work. I would highly recommend them.

I’ve been a long standing customer of Mike Levin and could have endorsed the Capital Mechanics team several times over the past ten years. But a problem that I encountered with my XC90 is certainly worth mentioning, a problem that continues to set Mike well apart from the rest. A design change presented a number of technically challenging circumstances regarding VOLVO drive gear assemblies on my particular model. (I love my VOLVO by the way). The problem that Mike diagnosed was not something that commonly presents itself leaving him with a full plate of research and analysis to get to the root of the matter. Mike even went as far as machining a customized extraction instrument for a procedure that required the utmost diligence in the removal of an extremely delicate and critical mechanism. All the while keeping me in tune with updates and the best courses of action that made the most financial sense. Mike even invited me on site to observe first hand where he was in a particular process and explained to me the many details surrounding the repair. Days after the service was completed, I received a follow-up call to assure my VOLVO’s performance. Mike Levin is of a different breed. Holding a degree in mechanical engineering he brings a vast wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. Something you certainly won’t find at any dealership, let alone at the average shop. I highly recommend Mike Levin and the Capital Mechanics team.

I cannot say enough good things about Capitol Mechanics, their outstanding customer service and how they stand behind their sales and repairs. I highly recommend them based on how they honored their warranty on a 2001 Saab I bought for my son to take to college. They went above and beyond providing great customer service. The car was in great shape and they had completed a number of repairs to prep it for sale including new brakes and rotors, new turbo, new battery, fixed the exhaust, new fluids. It drove great. Unfortunately after two days the oil pressure light came on. I brought the car back in, no hassle, no questions and they gave us a loaner to use while they repaired the problem. They also replaced the main and rod bearings as a courtesy to extend the life of the engine - great customer service. The oil pressure tested normal. Unfortunately, the light came back on during the blistering heat. The only things left to check required the removal of the engine. Again they gave us a loaner to use. After inspecting the engine, they could not find any visible issue. They determined that the issue was with the block itself and REPLACED THE ENGINE UNDER WARRANTY AT NO COST TO ME. Unbelievable! They could not have been better or done more. All of this on a 12 year old car. The car runs great. Capitol Mechanics are outstanding people to do business with. They stand behind their word and were more than fair to me. I was very impressed and I would recommend them to anyone. Thank you for standing behind your sale. I appreciate it.

I scarcely write reviews, but this business truly deserves it. I am student at RPI, driving 15 years old subaru. I came to them number of times and they always help me chose the best actual solution for the problem. They look at what the problem is, and consider several scenarios how it could be addressed, INCLUDING scenarios that don't make them any money. (one of good examples is when I once wanted timing belt changed, they pointed out the high miles and the rust on brake lines and suspension, telling me it will make no financial sense for me to have them do this maintenance) This business understands that if you are treated with respect and honesty, you will come back. You may find repair shops that will quote you lower price, but don't get fooled. If Capitol mechanics quote you 150 bucks, that is what the job costs. Not a dollar more, not a dollar less. You don't want to get your car screwed up by someone who does not know what they are doing, leaving seals messy and leaky, losing fasteners or striping threads. I saw some highly valuable historical cars in the shop, entrusted to Capitol mechanics with major engine/transmission rebuilds. This alone tells you they are reputable. If you are looking at a repair for more than 200 bucks, I would definitely recommend to drive an hour to have them help you find the best solution for the problem you actually have. You pay once, they fix it once and for all.