I moved to Maryland not too long ago and my car failed Maryland’s inspection. Does anyone know any car repair shops with affordable rates around the area, the few places I’ve called are very pricey.

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JonFaul t1_jb70okk wrote on March 6, 2023 at 10:29 PM

River Hill Sunoco is filled with good and honest mechanics

Brandisco t1_jb7ky2y wrote on March 7, 2023 at 12:58 AM

They were super busy and pointed me to TNT auto repair at Dobbin. I’ve gone there several times based on their recommendation and had good experiences.

xelu01 t1_jb6x0nm wrote on March 6, 2023 at 9:58 PM

I heard great things about foreign auto experts and taking my car there this week.

plasticutensils t1_jb777i5 wrote on March 6, 2023 at 11:16 PM

I second them. But if it's not a foreign model, southwestern auto is also a great choice.

No-Organization6449 t1_jb7kbhw wrote on March 7, 2023 at 12:53 AM

I third them. However, they only work on Japanese and Korean manufactured cars.

pkz100 OP t1_jb6y1f5 wrote on March 6, 2023 at 10:06 PM

Thanks

xelu01 t1_jb6y349 wrote on March 6, 2023 at 10:07 PM

Rashaverik t1_jb6wg1f wrote on March 6, 2023 at 9:53 PM

Eakle's Auto Repair. Family Business. Excellent Service. Very reasonably priced, but a bit farther out off of 40 & Bethany Lane.

Super_Bag_2403 t1_jb70gja wrote on March 6, 2023 at 10:27 PM

Ken’s Service Center is probably not the cheapest, but they are extremely honest. I would say if you want it done right and want the truth about what needs to be worked on use them. I learned the hard way about other mechanics in Columbia.

GingerMan027 t1_jb9gmuk wrote on March 7, 2023 at 12:56 PM

That's been my experience as well. Done right beats done bad and cheap.

SomeOldHippieChick t1_jb8cli5 wrote on March 7, 2023 at 4:42 AM

These guys are my guys. I feel like they’re my brothers. I’ll pay the extra money. I’m fine with that. They’ve saved my life catching repairs!

howard_co_realtor t1_jb7v171 wrote on March 7, 2023 at 2:17 AM

Daki’s Service Center in Kings Contrivance has helped me out a couple of times and was very fair: https://www.dakisservicecenter.com/

keenlyproper_demeanr t1_jbb6d22 wrote on March 7, 2023 at 7:59 PM

I second this. Highly recommended. No BS type of guy.

siempre_maria t1_jb78y7y wrote on March 6, 2023 at 11:29 PM

Metro Motorworks in Elkridge, MD. Ernie Carrington is the owner. For bodywork, Dobbin Auto Body, in Columbia. Mr. Cho is the owner. I've used them for 20 years.

WeeabooHunter69 t1_jb7k0hv wrote on March 7, 2023 at 12:51 AM

I can't really speak on price but I've had a good experience with the shops on dobbin road across from the Walmart

samantilles t1_jba9qgx wrote on March 7, 2023 at 4:31 PM

I have been a longtime customer of Ken's Service Center in Hanover, right down 100 at Arundel Mills. I've always found them to be reasonable.

KirinoLover t1_jb9sduy wrote on March 7, 2023 at 2:33 PM

It's a bit of a drive but I had really excellent experiences with McFadden's Auto Center in Laurel. Family owned, super nice people, always treated my vehicles right.

Material_Laugh_9834 t1_jb7slgf wrote on March 7, 2023 at 1:58 AM

Pine Orchard Exxon on the corner of Rt. 40 and Frederick Road in Ellicott City is the place to go. Proprietor Mike is a lovely guy, reasonably priced, and gets the job done. I’ve been there many times and will keep going there as long as he’s around

Exciting-Rub-6006 t1_jbac4yt wrote on March 7, 2023 at 4:47 PM

I’d take it to get a second inspection.

My ex got failed by a shop who wanted 3.5k to do repairs for it to pass. I took it to my car guy and he said just needs 2 new tires and some cheap parts, passed for $550

pkz100 OP t1_jbahcb1 wrote on March 7, 2023 at 5:20 PM

Hey who’s your car guy?

Super_Bag_2403 t1_jbhtujw wrote on March 9, 2023 at 3:29 AM

Stay away from Columbia Auto Care.