07/06/2015

Have used this service twice. Once for fuel injectors and again for heat shield issues. Both times the job was done very well, on time and best of all for the fairest cost of anyplace I've ever used. I'll go back again for any car repairs I need.

Casey B.

Source: YPAGE

07/02/2014

I have referred many people to Jeff, he is upfront and honest and will always do for you what he can! My husband drives a 1998 Jeep that should have seen the bone yard years ago, we can not afford a vehicle payment now, Jeff has kept it running. I trust him with any and all of my vehicles!!

Belinda W.

Source: YPAGE

10/02/2013

Jeff, owner and mechanic at A Good Mechanic in Grayslake, IL, is a very trustworthy person. He saved us alot of money over the car dealership's quotes for repairs to our van. He is the most honest mechanic I've ever met. He takes his time to talk with you, diagnose your problem and come up with how to fix your vehicle. I used to be a person who would go to the car dealership but not anymore, Jeff is my go to person for my car repairs and oil changes. He also says he can do warranty work and really goes out of his way to help a person. I highly recommend him.

robbandchris

Source: YPAGE

22/06/2016

I wish I could give Jeff and his shop 10 STARS!
I have never been to a better mechanic who was so upfront and honest about everything.
He is a Master Mechanic who charges Grease Monkey prices and does so with a smile.
Everyone needs to use Jeff at A Good Mechanic!

David N.

Source: YELP

28/05/2016

Over a period of 2 years Jeff or his helper did extensive amounts of work on our 2000 Cherokee.
They charged the dealer rate of $90 for our extended warranty services. The work was always subpar requiring repeat visits to fix some of the most outrageous things.
Steering leak: replaced steering wheel upside down and ruined the seals in the steering box. Required new box done by Meineke.
Radiator replacement. They actually cut the bottom of the fan shroud off to get around the fan blade! broke off the hood release handle, cracked the blade on the electric fan. They refused to honor the repair request on this incompetent repair.
AC leak. Replaced the condenser and pump. The pump failed this week and wouldnt you know it the pump was dry with no oil and the system still had dye in it demonstrating that it was not flushed before being recharged.
I cannot say enough how disappointed we are over all these broken things that have cost me so much money on a fixed income. Jeff's most frequent excuse for these things was to blame whichever guy he hired off the street to play mechanic on our only vehicle. Jeff was a friend that I trusted to care for my jeep like it was his own. He has failed as the Good Mechanic he claims to be with these stupid mistakes and incidental damages.
Dont walk, RUN from this business.

Craig T.

Source: YELP

07/01/2016

I have an 2001 Ford Explorer Sport, ran into some troubles with the check engine light on, other shops couldn't find the problem. But, right away Jeff found the issue and fixed it. A second time I went back to install a exhaust pipe and first time wasn't put on right. I took it back and Jeff took the time to put it on properly and make sure everything was running well. The customer service goes above and beyond, I will surely continue coming back here!

Danny C.

Source: YELP

28/02/2012

Absolutely the fairest and best place you could take your vehicle for repair. Had to go back because there was squealing in my new brakes ,but it had been about 6 MONTHS. No problem. Jeff said the rear were bad and needed replacement. He called the parts store, had them delivered, and installed the new brakes in less than an hour. When I asked him how much, NO CHARGE he replied. "My warranty is for 1 year or 12,000 miles." Try to find a better guy or a better deal.

Scott B.

Source: YELP

27/09/2012

I saved so much time and money. Jeff is one of the best mechanics I have had work on my car. I have an expensive, rare, and classic car that I won't trust just anyone to work on and he treated my car just like family. I also love to visit the shop to see Buster and Chance his Rottweiler apprentices.

Jamie K.

Source: YELP

04/06/2011

Excellent service. Brian was very helpful in troubleshooting the A/C in our Honda. The prices here are very reasonable. I will definitely come back here again.

Russ G.

Source: YELP

17/08/2012

Extremely rude on the phone. Excessive use of the "F" word.

Steven G.

Source: YELP

24/05/2016

My exhaust pipe came undone from the muffler recently so I took it to a shop in Round Lake and they gave me an $862 estimate for repair! This included $250 for a resonator and $465 for the muffler itself. I was skeptical about this quote so I took it to A Good Mechanic and Jeff was able to save me a whole lotta money...because he correctly diagnosed that I did NOT need the muffler replaced AT ALL!!! They simply welded the pipe back on to the muffler and BAM!!! Fixed for $100. If you live within 25 miles of Grayslake and need your car fixed...take it to A Good Mechanic. Don't even bother going anywhere else.

John Olsen

Source: GPLAC

28/05/2016

Dishonest and sloppy work with collateral damage to other parts. Over a period of 2 years Jeff or his helper did extensive amounts of work on our 2000 Cherokee and '03 Hyandai Sonata They charged the dealer rate of $90 for our extended warranty services. The work was always poor requiring repeat visits to fix some of the most outrageous things. Sonata steering pump: Leaky fittings on hose repair and wrong fluid installed. He had to flush the system and get the right fluid. later that year the pump failed and the seals on the steering rack failed. Sonata brake job: Used non oem parts and the front brakes lasted only 6k miles. The job requires ceramic pads. terrible knowledge on hyandai vehicle. He lost the wheel lock wrench and we had to go buy a new lug nut set for $67 out my pocket. Sonata battery: I had to go and do the parts run myself to get the right battery. Sonata tuneup: Used cheap non oem coils that failed quickly over winter from condensation inside boots. One of the coils actually made an arc weld burn along the valve cover. He broke the screw mount on the engine cover during this job. Jeep work: Steering leak: replaced steering wheel upside down (air bag aimed at my junk!) and ruined the seals in the steering box on return. Required new box done by Meineke. $500 Radiator replacement. They actually cut the bottom of the fan shroud off to get around the fan blade! broke off the hood release handle, cracked the blade on the electric fan. They refused to honor the repair request on this incompetent work. AC leak. Replaced the condenser and pump. The pump failed this week and wouldnt you know it the pump was dry with no oil and the system still had dye in it demonstrating that it was not flushed before being recharged. sloppy and careless! I cannot say enough how disappointed we are over all these broken things that have cost me so much money on a fixed income. Jeff's most frequent excuse for these things was to blame whichever guy he hired off the street to play mechanic on our cars. Jeff was a friend that I trusted to care for my jeep and sonata like it was his own. He has failed as the Good Mechanic he claims to be with these stupid mistakes and incidental damages. I should have held him accountable but he was supposed to be a friend and always said he would fix it one the next service call. Now he won't honor his mistakes. Dont walk, RUN from this business.

Craig Talley

Source: GPLAC

02/12/2014

Jeff (the owner) is great! He and his mechanic Matt are really knowledgeable when it comes to auto repairs. They can really fix anything and charge a really fair price. They are the good old fashioned auto mechanics and are not all about glitter and gold. I highly recommend them for your auto repair needs (oil changes also)!

Eric Svenson

Source: GPLAC

12/09/2015

They are honest, do good work, and at a fraction of what the other guys will charge. Go there.

Ramtin Behipour

Source: GPLAC

01/05/2013

I found this shop via a search on google maps. I wish I would have found Jeff 3 years ago! Jeff is honest, passionate, and beyond trustworthy. I never take my cars to dealers or shops and do 99% of the repairs myself but I got into a bind and needed my AC system evacuated and recharged. Jeff fit me in the same day and did an amazing job. He went above and beyond and gave me 1000x's better service than I have ever had at any shop. Jeff's prices are more than fair but more importantly he will not try to screw you or sell you things you don't need. Jeff is a self-made, honest guy. Who would you rather get service from? The corporate dealers who only care about selling you everything they can (i.e. "oh I see you need new wiper blades. We can do that for you for $800) or Jeff, the hardworking honest local mechanic? The choice is simple. I will be sending anyone who needs a mechanic to him without a doubt. Keep up the great work Jeff!

William Pinel

Source: GPLAC