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Auto repair shop - API Auto Service - in Bel Air

145 reviews

Location: 107 E Wheel Rd, Bel Air, MD 21015

Office phone

+1 (410) 569-4096

4.9

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22/05/2012

Have been coming to API for years and recommend to all friends and family. Always a pleasure and completely satisfied. They are honest and always take care of my vehicle. They're customer service is excellent.

SHELLEYO

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29/01/2009

Bill and his team are great to work with. They take the time to understand your issue and get it fixed right the first time. Very fair and reasonable; I never feel like I getting charge for stuf I don't need. It is nice to find a mechanic…

Anonymous

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27/07/2012

Went in for an oil change, job was completed efficiently and quickly. Staff was pleasant and had a great experience overall.

SHELLEYO

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29/07/2012

On a recent trip our air conditioning stopped working. The gang at API worked tirelessly to get it working right and went above and beyond to accommodate me in the meantime. Took a trip to the Outer Banks since the repair and the the air…

MARKS

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05/08/2012

Great experience, very professional and honest

JASONO

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05/08/2012

Great experience, very professional and honest

JASONO

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09/08/2012

Great job, very reliable and wonderful staff.

JASONO

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21/08/2012

I have several German cars in my household and API is the ONLY place I trust. VERY honest,professional and friendly service with a great price.

CURTISK

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25/09/2012

API has never let me down. Always have great service at a reasonable price.

Anonymous

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18/10/2012

Thanks for fitting me in on a busy day and allowing me to wait for my vehicle.

ANDREAC

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07/11/2012

Great service.

RONL

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09/11/2012

I love the customer services there. The employees are so nice and thoughtful. I had my Mazda 3 done there twice, can't be happier with the whole experiences. They don't over charge you, they tell you exactly what you need to get done, they…

Anonymous

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17/11/2012

You guys are fantastic. Our service at API has always been exceptional. Found problems left by previous auto shop, which had caused a continuous oil leak. Half a star loss only for the really limited parking lot at the shop.

LYNN - 08 VolvoB

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29/05/2009

Great crew! I have never had such a good experience!

Anonymous

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04/12/2012

Found problem, fixed & repaired

LIZS

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11/01/2013

As always, API was helpful, fast and efficient in helping me repair my car. Thanks!

TOMS

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22/01/2013

John, Thank you for finding and fixing the ignition problem I had with my @004 Boxster S despite the fact that the problem happened intermittently. You guys are great and I will have no hesitation recommending you guys to my friends. …

Tony Chang

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16/02/2013

I had an oil change, new battery installed and complete brakes replaced. My steering wheel would shake when I drove at high speed. I know now it was my brakes (rotors) thanks to API. They will be very thorough with your car but will not do…

Anonymous

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23/02/2013

Very positive experience. Prompt and courteous service, reasonably priced and accomidating. Will definitely return.

JASONO

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05/03/2013

As usual, API did a great job and i am very happy with how my car is running :-)

TROY / MELANIER

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07/03/2013

The wsas very good,my question were answered. I was told of possible a promblem, which my arise, API would check the area at regular maintance period.

JOEP

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06/06/2009

Iam a car guy, and this shop is fantastic. I would highly recommend this place. Honest,people who will listen to your request. The techs. are first class. They do great work. VERY SATISFIED CUSTOMER again and again.

JACK JR.D

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23/05/2009

An efficiently run operation that gets your car back on the road again with a minimum of fuss.

DAVEZ

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01/04/2013

Came in for an oil and belt change. Excellent service as always.

MARKS

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01/04/2013

Customer service at its best!! Bobby and staff are knowledgable and professional. Continued loyal customer.

JOHNS

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11/11/2010

I am highly satisfied with all work done on my car. Excellent service.

Anonymous

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12/01/2011

The Volvo is performing well.

JOEP

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19/02/2011

excellence customer service. Well done job in promt time.

PAULW

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28/03/2011

First visit to API, but so far so good. On top of some required fixes, I had asked them to look at a number of other things - giving them ample opportunity to suggest repairs. But other than the fixes, they only recommended some issues…

Anonymous

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08/04/2011

It's really nice to have a place to go where repairs are done in a high quality, expert way. We are very pleased with the service on all of the cars we have had serviced here.

SAMW

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16/04/2011

With the exception of a minor glitch, my overall response is that I will definitely return if need be and recommend them to my friends.They were friendly a honestly concerned about my auto problems. They did not rush the job and kept me…

BRYANB

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27/04/2011

Second visit to API. Much like the first visit, the customer service was very good and that's a good sign for any business. The work completed was done to our satidfaction at at a much more reasonable price than the dealer. We will be…

Anonymous

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01/06/2011

Excellent service, as always! Thanks!

KATHLEENB

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14/06/2011

Thanks again to API for a job well done. We will be back.

DARRELLN

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15/01/2009

Great Service -It was reasonably priced. -I was always informed while I waited. -Service was completed in a timely manner. -They were very friendly.

LATECIAM

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14/01/2009

API is always friendly, helpful and honest! I couldn't ask for more! The staff is always efficient and I couldn't ask for a better facility! I like the fact that they're not afraid to inform me of what's going on with my car. Most places…

Anonymous

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13/07/2011

As always excellent and reliable service from people I trust.

MARKS

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20/07/2011

This Sprinter has over 225,000 miles and now runs like new. great work guys! David

Anonymous

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22/07/2011

We could not be happier with the service and quality of work we have experienced at API!

BILLP

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11/08/2011

Was very pleasant and friendly. Extremely knowledgeable of what they speak of, and did all my work in a timely fashion. So glad i found you guys and you're so close to home! A+++++

TRAVISB

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18/08/2011

I want to say thanks to everyone at API they did a great job on my truck. Plus just being professional about everything from the time I walked in til the time the job was finished. Thanks I will now bring all my work to you in the future.

JOHNG

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18/08/2011

I want to say thanks to everyone at API, they did a great job on my truck. Just walking in and exlplaining what needs to be done is no problem, they treat you as a customer and not someone thats doing you a favor like other places I wont…

Anonymous

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31/08/2011

My truck is finally running great! I went to several places and none of them could figure it out! You guys are the best!Thank you so much!

Anonymous

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02/09/2011

I highley recommend this place to any and eveybody! They do amazing service and very honest. Even showed me what I needed to have done before any work was performed and a great price. Go see them, you won't be dissapointed!!

CURTISK

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09/09/2011

I have been using API for work of all types for my 2004 Volvo S80. I feel they are very honest & caring & I have never been disappointed. I have been using them for 5 years.

LIZS

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13/09/2011

Great service, timely manner and even a ride back to my house!

BILLP

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20/09/2011

Took car on 130 mile trip all is good.

LIZS

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27/09/2011

Once again API has not let me down. I will keep coming back!

Anonymous

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05/10/2011

After my car stranded me at night and I had the car towed there, the guys at API isolated the problem the next morning and I was up and running smoothly again.

Anonymous

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22/12/2011

Have an older car that was starting to leak oil. Took it to API and was pleasantly surprised to find it was an incorrectly installed washer on the drain pan plug (done by another shop). API could have told me anything, but they went with…

Anonymous

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05/01/2012

Everytime I visit API I am treated with integrity, honesty, and respect and my vehicles are handled with a caring expertise. Great people to do businesses with!

AARONM

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08/01/2012

Thanks for the professional workmanship

DENISEB

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17/01/2012

My latest visit to API proves its even a great place to bring your mother....and her car! Lol

AARONM

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15/02/2012

As always - honest and reliable service.

BILLP

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29/02/2012

Kept me informed of all charges etc. Great guys and they do excellent work !

FLORENCEA

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27/03/2012

Needed a timing belt replacement. The guys at API set me up and took care of it. They even showed me the old belt and what the signs of age looked like. So far she has been running better than ever.

Anonymous

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27/03/2012

Good job with my timing belt. Worked past closing to get it finished on time for me. API has always done good work for our cars.

Anonymous

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13/04/2012

For my first visit to API, I had a wonderful experience. The person on the phone was polite, knowledgeable, and kept me up to date on my repairs. Couldn't have gone smoother.

Anonymous

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27/04/2012

Great service and competetive rates. I'm a long term customer with five personal vehicles. Over the years they've all been worked on at API.

RONL

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14/05/2012

they were very good and friendly

MARKS

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16/05/2012

Did fine job on 04 Volvo, running much better.

LIZS

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08/02/2009

All of the staff at API Service are very friendly and helpful and they are all definitley people you can trust to fix your car.

LORIS

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31/05/2012

I was very pleased by my experience. Everyone was very pleasant and informative. My car runs like a charm.

ANDREAC

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28/06/2012

Had transmission flush in April@ API, In June car wouldn't shift gears, Called API they immediately topped fluid and reset transmission code no charge.

Anonymous

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25/07/2012

API treated me right once again. Quick troubleshooting of the problem. They had to search a bit to find the part they needed, but they tracked it down and had it ready the same day. Cost was reasonable too!

Anonymous

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27/07/2012

Went in for an oil change, job was completed efficiently and quickly. Staff was pleasant and had a great experience overall.

SHELLEYO

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03/08/2012

Once again, API has done a wonderful job on my BMW - at a reasonable cost. They installed 4 new tires and changed the oil in a prompt, efficient and professional manner. Bobby and James and the entire staff are great to work with. …

KATHLEENB

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02/04/2013

API always treats us right. Even took the time to take me out to the garage to show me the problem they were trying to describe to me.

Anonymous

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06/04/2013

Bobby was very nice and easy to deal with, along with the rest of his employees. The price for repairs on my 2003 f-150 was very reasonable and I got updates/ feedback about everything they had found after checking out my vehicle.Bobby was…

BRIANC

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19/04/2013

Great experience. Quick service.

BRADC

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03/05/2013

Angie and I were very pleases with the service.

MIKEY

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07/05/2013

Your shop did excellent work. You are like another family to us. Thank you for all you do.

DONW

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07/05/2013

Work was completed in a timely manner, the cost was reasonable and the service great.

Anonymous

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13/05/2013

Service was excellent, and the was too.

JOEP

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14/06/2013

Totally satisfied!!

CARLS

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14/06/2013

Bobby couldn't have been more courteous. He told me what was wrong with my car and after getting my o.k. fixed it . Gave me a date to bring it back to make sure everything was still good. My experience turned out to be painless!!

ANDREAC

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28/06/2013

Fast and efficient

JEANNEH

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09/07/2013

Honest and professional, always willing to work with the customer in doing what makes the most sense. And their work gets done on time and when promised. Can't ask for any more, and that's why I take all of my cars there and have done so…

PERRYG

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11/07/2013

Thank you! Great service and great people.

Anonymous

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11/07/2013

as always fast and quick and easy to work with

RABBI (KUSHI)S

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16/07/2013

Great service as always

JANETE

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13/08/2013

Excellent experience as always. Just wish I had remembered to use my coupon!

Anonymous

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22/08/2013

So glad to have mechanics that know what they are doing and that I can trust.

ANDREAC

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27/08/2013

Bobby at API is one the most straight shooting owner/mechanics around. He'll tell you if they can find the problem, or if they can't-no snow jobs or trumped up work. Customer service is outstanding. The prices are some of the best you…

LYNN - 08 VolvoB

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25/02/2009

Ihave never been treated so prfessionally and personally at a car dealer than I have with API. I fell like I have made a friend at API. Brian's car is running better than I have seen it run in a long time, and he loves his radio. Thank…

PAMT

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10/09/2013

As always, API did a good job keeping my car in top shape

Anonymous

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22/09/2013

We have taken our Lexus there a few times and have been pleased with the service each time. Everyone there is friendly and helpful. The prices seem very reasonable as well. Would definitely recommend them to friends and family!

KRISTINV

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24/09/2013

Very good expereince as always.

Anonymous

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08/10/2013

API was very flexible and fit me in after I got off of work. They quickly got the job done so I could get home to my family. I have been coming here for 17 years, I trust them with all of my vehicles and recommend them highly!

KATHY / LEOD

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25/11/2013

Great service. Honest . Good price.

HENRYS

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23/01/2014

Excellent work. Honest repairs. Total trust with API.

HENRYS

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07/02/2014

Service was very good. They even gave me a ride back home. Price was very reasonable.

MIKEY

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24/02/2014

Great experience as always.

Anonymous

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06/05/2009

API had to replace an improperly working part they had installed. The interaction was hassle free and all personnel were very courteous.

LATECIAM

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05/03/2009

API has followed in the proud tradition of the Auto King ever since Bill brought them on board. In fact, I think the service has gotten even better.

DAVEZ

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19/04/2014

We are always happy with the great job you guys do. You are friendly, accomodating and professional. Thank you!

CHRISTINEW

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14/05/2014

Bobby's folks did a great job with the truck. API always goes above and beyond to provide excellent service and fair prices.

LEEANDRAW

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16/05/2014

Thanks Quick and Pleasant as always!

RABBI (KUSHI)S

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23/05/2014

The team at API do a wonderful job. They are friendly, helpful and efficient. Bobby explains everything to you, so even if you are not mechanical you understand. Take your car there and feel confident about the high level of care and…

KATHLEENB

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28/05/2014

as always the work is done correctly, on time and the crew goes over the whole vehicle and checks for any problems, you can't ask for better service other than from your mother!!! i looked for a good auto service company for many years, i…

WILLIAMD

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11/07/2014

The staff were very friendly! When I called to make my appointment the day before for an oil change, the man who answered the phone made me feel totally comfortable with introducing my car to a new mechanic and gave me no grief or…

GRACES

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17/07/2014

This was my second time coming to API for repairs, complete rear brakes and new tires. They are friendly and courteous and their quality of work is above any other repair shop that I have been to in the area.

Anonymous

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26/07/2014

Received the best service- They are not only friendly but also I believe to be honest about what your car or truck needs to be put back on the road.

FLORENCEA

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06/08/2014

Outstanding service from the office to the mechanic! Quality work done right! This was my second time there and they now have a customer for life!

VINNYH

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27/08/2014

I was extremely happy with the service and the plain speak from the technicians I dealt with. I was given reasonable estimates and it was obvious that the people I was dealing with passionately cared about what they did. I appreciated…

REBEKAHC

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28/08/2014

I am new to the area and not yet settled (I'm living out of a hotel room at the moment). I spend a lot of time driving between my current home in upstate NY and Bel Air. My 2001 car decided to blow a hose and spit out all its transmission…

KATEP

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18/09/2014

it were available in an emergency, honest, and fair! they came highly recommended and I will recommend them as well!

BOB & SINDIEM

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28/01/2015

Been a customer for many years and have always had good results! My Saab 9-5 Aero has been my most recent visitor as they did an engine replacement within our agreed upon estimate.

RONL

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28/01/2015

API is the most honest shop I have ever dealt with. Brenda was upfront and very reasonable on prices. I will tell all my friends and family to go see her. I will not go anywhere else!

Anonymous

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30/01/2015

This is a great hospital for cars! Very kind and speedy service. This is a knowledgable group of folks. Loved it!

OZBEKB

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31/01/2015

I have all 3 of my cars , my son 'SUV and my father -in-law's car serviced at API for many years and the team repair this right for a decent price.

CARLS

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24/02/2015

We have I used API for over 15 years and have always been satisfied with their work. They will only do what work is necessary and will let me know what can be done at a later date. They stand behind their work and have always been…

JANETE

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05/03/2015

at the last minute these guys fit me in to replace 2 oxygen sensors in my plow truck and only charged me "real time"! And probably because I live close... they even took me home!! Customer service, a clean environment and my truck is…

DARIND

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28/03/2015

Very friendly service. Would recommend them for service.

JOHNF

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06/03/2009

Excellent service, very knowledgeable and thorough. Very congenial staff and pleasant to deal with.

Anonymous

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31/03/2009

You're crew is awesome. Even though you were very busy I really felt like I was your only customer while I was there. Thank you for providing such outstanding customer service especially when there are so many places that just don't care.…

Anonymous

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03/04/2009

I heard about API from a friend, I was not disappointed. They are honest and the quality of the work is great. The prices are great. If your car needs fixing just call Bill he knows his stuff. I will be there again monday for some work.

Michael Duggan

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28/07/2008

All of the staff at API are very honest, friendly, and helpful (especially Bill) and that is hard to find around here.

LORIS

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01/08/2008

Very prompt and efficient repair facilitiy. Highly reccommended.

Anonymous

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13/07/2009

Continues to always reccommend repairs for my cars that I need, and gives honest evaluations for any future repairs

Anonymous

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10/08/2009

Please contact me, when the A\C can be repaired.

JOEP

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04/08/2009

Very impressed with my first experience. The staff was incredibly courteous and honest. Definitely will return for future service needs...

Anonymous

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05/08/2009

Once again a top notch experience! I really feel comfortable bringing my vehicle to API! Thanks again for always taking such good care of my families cars!

Anonymous

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12/08/2009

OUTSTANDING, COURTEOUS, ATTENTIVE TO CUSTOMER'S NEEDS

ARCHIET

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10/08/2009

Did a good comprehensive once over of the van. Completed requested jobs on time and correctly.Very easy to work with.

MARIAH

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04/09/2009

everything went well - car work finished on time

LIZS

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16/09/2009

Very Good service at this location

MARIAH

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19/09/2008

The new tires to be mounted on my Prius had some issues and did not fit properly on the rims. Since I was in the waiting room for over 3 hours I was not a happy camper. However, when I came back the next day the boys had a solution. And…

DAVEZ

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30/09/2009

Staff is friendly and professional. I would recommend to my friends,

Anonymous

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02/10/2009

My wife had her car brakes fixed. Very professional and friendly service. They diagnosed the problem and kept us in the loop all during the process. Fair and honest service. I highly recommend.

MARKS

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12/10/2009

Customer service was the best I've ever seen at a auto shop. I thought I needed new brake pads and API informed me that the pads were fine and didn't perform any unnecessary repairs. Also, shuttling me back and forth from my home to the…

PATRICKL

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23/10/2009

Excellent as excellent can be

DONW

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22/10/2009

Outstanding service and friendly atmosphere

TIMOTHYH

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26/10/2009

Recently had tires replaced on my Acura. Did a great and thorough job at a reasonable price. They took time to answer all my questions and to explain things in layman terms. I highly recommend this business!

Anonymous

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11/12/2009

I've had service work done at API twice now and will continue to use their services in the future. Bobby and his team go above and beyond to provide fantastic customer service.

JENNYC

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16/12/2009

I had a problem with my vehicle and took it to the dealer four times. Not only did API fix it but they also went above and beyond by straightening out a few other issues I had in the process!! Kudos guys as usual AWESOME!

Anonymous

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13/04/2010

Top notched work, done on time and to a hgh standard. Highly recommend this group.

DONZ

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29/04/2010

API Shows their integrity in everything they do! You always answer questions with honesty and show concern for my best interests! Thank you, I will definitely tell everyone how happy I am with your service!

Anonymous

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10/05/2010

I have never met a more caring group of people. Thanks for the great service.Keep doing what you are doing and you'll always be successful.

Anonymous

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20/05/2010

As always the API team gave us great service in changing oil, fixing a slow leaking tire and reviewing our vehicle for future needs. They took the time to explain potential problems including urgency and alternatives. With this…

MARKS

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14/07/2016

API has been taking very good care of my 13 year old car for several years. I trust their maintenance suggestions, the diagnosis of a problem and the fairness of the prices they charge. I have recommended them to others and will continue to do so.

Sandra Norris

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30/08/2015

The staff at API was polite and super friendly. The serviced my car quickly and for a fair price. I really feel that they went out of their way to save me money!

Michael Kornecki

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22/10/2015

Quality service, fair cost. I have been going back for a while and I trust their recommendations.

Shalin Dave

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28/01/2015

I've been bringing all my cars - as well as my *potential* future cars - to API and their predecessor (Auto King) for 20+ years. As a backyard mechanic myself, I appreciate their no BS honesty and great advice on what needs fixing, and what can wait. I have also used them also to give me honest appraisals of all the cars I've considered buying - if it doesn't pass muster with them, then I take it off my list and move on. Can't think of an instance where I wasn't completely satisfied with their work...and I can't think of a better way of recommending them. :-)

Perry Gentry

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27/01/2015

My husband & I both have had work done on our cars at API. I can't say enough about their knowledge, fairness & workmanship. We will only take our cars, a ( Jaguar & a Mercedes), to API, since we trust their mechanics to do an excellent job . If & when we purchase new cars, they will only be serviced here. Margie & Henry Sulkowski

Margaret Sulkowski

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We work with these brands

Buick
Chrysler
Fiat
Hyundai
Jeep
MINI
Volvo

We perform these services

Body Work

  • Collision repair
  • Paintless dent repair
  • Auto body painting

Customization and Performance Upgrades

  • Performance tuning
  • Aftermarket exhaust systems
  • Suspension upgrades

General Automotive Repair

  • Routine services and repairs
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Warranty work

HVAC Services

  • Air conditioning repair and recharge
  • Heating system repair
  • Cabin air filter replacement

Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Services

  • Battery health checks
  • Electric motor service
  • Hybrid-specific components repair

Roadside Assistance and Towing

  • Towing service
  • Emergency roadside assistance

Suspension and Steering

  • Shocks and struts repair
  • Suspension check and repair
  • Power steering repair and maintenance