Reviews for Advance Auto Center
320 Watertown Street, Newton, MA 02458

Average Customer Ratings (total 20 reviews)
Rate your overall experience 5.0/5.0
Was the service performed to your satisfaction? 5.0/5.0
Was the service completed when promised? 5.0/5.0
Was the service estimate adhered to? 4.9/5.0
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner? 5.0/5.0
Would you recommend this shop to a friend? 20 out of 20 (100%) have said YES


Individual Reviews

           

Submitted: Jan 2009
Gender: Male
Age: Between 30-50
Has visited shop: Between 2-5 times
How found shop: Referred by friend or family

           
Review by Timo          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"Great shop!"
My wife and I were referred to Advance Auto by a co-worker, and we have been pleased with the shop's service. Steve and his crew have kept us informed of repairs needed, estimates, and the schedule for working on our vehicles. We are always treated like a valued customer by Steve, and we are confident in the shop's work.

 

           

Submitted: Dec 2008
Gender: Female
Age: Between 50-70
Has visited shop: More than 5 times
How found shop: Near home or work

           
Review by Keeping Old Cars Alive          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"Excellent, service-oriented, dependable auto repair"
It is so rare to find a skilled, reliable shop able to deal with the entire spectrum of car repairs. Steve and Michael really understand service...they are courteous, knowledgeable, and run a highly professional business. They always manage to do a little extra--change the wiper blades, wash the car, provide a loaner, get the heat going in the winter when you pick up your car--without being asked.

 

           

Submitted: Dec 2008
Gender: Female
Age: Between 30-50
Has visited shop: More than 5 times
How found shop: Referred by friend or family

           
Review by Anonymous          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"Excellent Trustworthy Car Service!"
I can always rely upon Advance Auto for great service ... and I never worry that I am being taken advantage of like previous dealerships have especially for special order parts. Thanks Steve & the entire crew for helping me keep my car on the road safely without killing my wallet!

 

           

Submitted: Nov 2008
Gender: Male
Age: Between 30-50
Has visited shop: More than 5 times
How found shop: Referred by friend or family

           
Review by EDCer          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"Honest and Trustworthy Professionals"
Advance Autos has a fantastic approach to client service that generates a level of trust hard to find in other auto repair businesses.

 

           

Submitted: Sep 2008
Gender: Female
Age: Between 30-50
Has visited shop: More than 5 times
How found shop: Referred by friend or family

           
Review by Anonymous          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"Very service-oriented, always so nice."

           

Submitted: Aug 2008
Gender: Female
Age: Between 50-70
Has visited shop: Between 2-5 times
How found shop: Referred by friend or family

           
Review by Granny          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES


           

Submitted: Jul 2008
Gender: Female
Age: Between 30-50
Has visited shop: More than 5 times
How found shop: Referred by friend or family

           
Review by Jodi          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"Fantastic!"
Nobody ever wants to deal with car repairs but seriously it is a PLEASURE going to Advance Auto. Everyone, from the friendly receptionist Pam, to Steve the Owner, are professional, kind, courteous and really understand the meaning of excellent customer service. Just this week my car window got jammed in the down position. With rain showers predicted in the forecast, I immediately went to Advance Auto. I didn't even call. Steve greeted me with a smile, immediatley took a look at my car hopeful that he could do a quick fix. Unfortunately the window was jammed in the down position....he assured me he would get the part that day and fix my car in a few hours. Job complete. No runaround, no hassles, no 2-3 week wait, just plain ole great customer service at fair and reasonable prices.

 

           

Submitted: Jun 2008
Gender: Male
Age: Between 30-50
Has visited shop: More than 5 times
How found shop: Referred by friend or family

           
Review by Anonymous          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"Great friendly expert service at great value"
These guys do a great job without breaking the wallet. The service is unmatched.

 

           

Submitted: Jun 2008
Gender: Male
Age: Between 30-50
Has visited shop: More than 5 times
How found shop: Near home or work

           
Review by BUBBA          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"Great Shop, Good mechanics, Efficient office personel!"
Always a great experience with a touch of class at Advance Auto Center. They go above and beyond the call of duty to make you and your vehicle a top priority! I have been a loyal, happy, faithful customer since 1989! When you've been a customer that long, you're like family!

 

           

Submitted: Jun 2008
Gender: Female
Age: Between 50-70
Has visited shop: More than 5 times
How found shop: Near home or work

           
Review by Ann E          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     4/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"A great place for car service"
I've been going to this shop for 5 years and am about to move away. I may drive the 60 miles to keep them. Honest, nice people, good service and they give good advice too. I had the added avantage that I could leave my car and walk home. You don't get that too often.

 

           

Submitted: May 2008
Gender: Female
Age: Between 30-50
Has visited shop: Between 2-5 times
How found shop: Referred by friend or family

           
Review by Jennifer C          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"Repeat Customer.."
Knowledgeable / Professional / Courteous / Honest.... It’s always a pleasure to do business with Advanced Auto…. I never worry when I bring my car in for service because I know it’s in good hands. Recommend them without hesitation.

 

           

Submitted: Apr 2008
How found shop: Referred by friend or family

           
Review by Anonymous          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"Great Auto Service"
Advance Auto Service is great. My husband and I have been very happy with the regular maintenance - oil change, etc. and the additional repair that we have had over the past 4 years. They are extremely professional. Mike and Steve remember their customers and their cars as well as their administrative staff - Pam. They are impeccable. They obviously run a tight ship and I recommend everyone I know to them. You can't go wrong with getting service from Advance Auto Center.

 

           

Submitted: Apr 2008
Gender: Male
Age: Between 30-50
Has visited shop: More than 5 times
How found shop: Near home or work

           
Review by Rick M          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"A Gem"
Honest mechanics are hard to find and that is what you get at Advanced Auto. They always give me a fair price and do not attempt to do more than what is necessary. Finding a place to put you car can be a challenge but they are busy for a good reasons.

 

           

Submitted: Mar 2008
Gender: Male
Age: Between 30-50
Has visited shop: More than 5 times
How found shop: Referred by friend or family

           
Review by EDS          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"Service Above and Beyond..."
I've been bringing my car exclusively to Advance Auto Center ever since a friend recommended them about 5 years ago. They've always impressed me with their speed, level of workmanship, and diagnostic "knack." Additionally, Steve et al. are happy to explain their assessment/suggestions in detail and are willing to listen to a customer’s side of things (i.e. no simplistic “brush-off” explanations, just clear answers and good dialogue). I trust them to keep my aging “city car” rolling in top form. Recently, my wife’s car suffered some severe transmission damage after receiving a routine flush at a chain oil change franchise. After noticing a great deal of noise, vibration, and a few other indicators shortly after the service was done, we brought the car to Advance Auto to investigate. In short, the mechanics quickly deduced that the damage was clearly the result of some errors made at the oil change franchise. Ultimately, this required replacing the transmission – which Advance Auto did beautifully – but there was also a great deal of red tape to cut through in dealing with the franchise, the claims adjuster, paperwork, etc. The entire staff of Advance Auto went above and beyond helping us navigate all of the bureaucratic back-and-forth, patiently fielding numerous phone calls and faxes. In addition to providing great repair service they ensured that we made it through the claims process unscathed. A truly excellent shop, top to bottom. We can’t thank you guys enough!

 

           

Submitted: Mar 2008
Gender: Male
Age: Between 50-70
Has visited shop: More than 5 times
How found shop: Drive by

           
Review by pt cruiser          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"Trust These Guys"
In short these people will look out for your best interests. They repair only what is needed as fast and as fairly priced as possible. Their business is based on you returning to them. They work very hard to ensure that you receive a solid value, and are treated fairly. A++++ recommendation

 

           

Submitted: Mar 2008
Gender: Male
Age: Between 30-50
Has visited shop: More than 5 times
How found shop: none of the above

           
Review by Danny F          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"Best in the Area"
Steve and Mike are fantastic owners and true gentlemen. I never think twice about sending anyone for car repairs there. They save parts to show you work done and explain clearly car needs. They even tell you where they are shopping replacement parts. I call them the 'No Worry Guys'

 

           

Submitted: Mar 2008
Gender: Female
Age: Between 50-70
Has visited shop: More than 5 times
How found shop: Referred by friend or family

           
Review by RX300          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"The Best in Auto Repair!"
I have always received polite courteous service. I am always thoroughly informed about any problems and estimates are adhered to. My car is returned to me clean and on time. I even have had an occasional free car wash!

 

           

Submitted: Mar 2008
Gender: Male
Age: Between 30-50
Has visited shop: Between 2-5 times
How found shop: Referred by friend or family

           
Review by Bob          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES


           

Submitted: Mar 2008
Gender: Male
Age: Between 50-70
Has visited shop: Between 2-5 times
How found shop: Referred by friend or family

           
Review by Dan          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     4/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     4/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"Very great shop"

           

Submitted: Mar 2008
Gender: Female
Age: Between 30-50
Has visited shop: More than 5 times
How found shop: Referred by friend or family

           
Review by Becka          
Rate your overall experience     5/5
Was the service performed to your satisfaction?     5/5
Was the service completed when promised?     5/5
Was the service estimate adhered to?     5/5
Did the shop explain the service needed in a courteous manner?     5/5
Would you recommend this shop to a friend?   YES

"Excellent group of people - caring, competent, honest, thorough"