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Advanced Auto Service [ www.advanced-auto-service.com ]
(New Brighton, MN)

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383 Old Highway 8 NW ,
New Brighton, MN 55112
(651) 635-9890
Features and Specialties: Specializes in Brakes & Mufflers ,Specializes in Engine Rebuild Work ,Specializes in Radiator Work ,Has ASE certified mechanics ,Guarantees all work for at least 1 month or 1000 miles 2,Happily gives binding estimates

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Survey results:

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They are always honest 5.0 on scale of 1-5
They are competent 5.0 on scale of 1-5
The repair price is always reasonable 5.0 on scale of 1-5
They fix the problem the first time 5.0 on scale of 1-5
They complete the work in a timely manner 5.0 on scale of 1-5
They respond well when they screw something up 5.0 on scale of 1-5
They take the time to explain the problems and necessary repairs 5.0 on scale of 1-5
The shop is located in a safe neighborhood 5.0 on scale of 1-5
The hours of operation are convenient for customers 5.0 on scale of 1-5
They treat male and female customers in the same manner 5.0 on scale of 1-5
They are near public transportation (or provide loaners, shuttle bus, rides as needed) 5.0

Reviewers Comments:

These guys take pride in their work and it shows! They really care about the customer and make sure your satisfied. Customer service like you don't see these days anymore. Very technical minded, fair prices, and honest work. Their not just going to replace a bunch of parts that aren't needed.

--reviewer #75551, 2006


These guys take pride in their work and it shows! They really care about the customer and make sure your satisfied. Customer service like you don't see these days anymore. Very technical minded, fair prices, and honest work. Their not just going to replace a bunch of parts that aren't needed.

--reviewer #75552, 2006


These guys take pride in their work and it shows! They really care about the customer and make sure your satisfied. Customer service like you don't see these days anymore. Very technical minded, fair prices, and honest work. Their not just going to replace a bunch of parts that aren't needed.

--reviewer #75553, 2006


These guys take pride in their work and it shows! They really care about the customer and make sure your satisfied. Customer service like you don't see these days anymore. Very technical minded, fair prices, and honest work. Their not just going to replace a bunch of parts that aren't needed.

--reviewer #75554, 2006


Honestly, I hate cars. I hate fixing them and paying more than I have to for service. The reality is that I when I have to get my car fixed I go to A.A.S. because I know what I'm getting and I don't get presented with all the extras at checkout unless I was presented with the options first. Honesty and integrity, you don't get that at the dealership.

--reviewer #76092, 2006


Talk about convenient! They dropped me off in the morning, looked at the car and gave me an estimate. They had all the work done by the end of the work day, picked me up from work - no rides from friends, no getting off early to deal with it. Mary R.

--reviewer #76093, 2006


Advance Auto Services is the best! John provides our family with a fair price and not all the mark ups like the other car service shops. The best thing I like is about John is that he gives it to you straight and is willing to educate his customers. We have been sending our cars to John since 2000! Blake Kuncl

--reviewer #76160, 2006


I've had a fair amount of work done with John and Steve at this shop and they've always done good work. They've also never told me that there are additional repairs that they "found" while working on my car. They have also never argued at all when it comes to warranty work. If you have a problem with anything they've done the fix it for free and you don't need to argue with them to get it at no cost. Overall we couldn't be happier and would recommend the shop to anyone.

--reviewer #110632, 2008


In the course of a year, my wife and I went there 4-5 times for our cars. We had no problems with the repair work they did. and they didn't look at my junker and see dollar signs either. I am quite satisfied with their work.

--reviewer #143657, 2009


Not that bad and did a good inspection of the car, but left me uncertain about one procedure I asked them to do. My car has an in-tank fuel filter and rather than replace it (per manual) they thought that it wasn't worth it "because most people don't do it" (they also would have needed to order the filter). Ok with me and I'll have another mechanic do that later this summer.

--reviewer #148579, 2010


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