Founded 1973 • With Angi since September 2003
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JACK W.
12/16/2015
William M.
09/04/2015
went very well though car old (1997), I have kept it in decent condition. Mechanic recommended service maintenance based on mileage of car that I know are necessary. Prices are standard. Everyone there that I talked to were informative and attentive. Very happy with service.
Description of Work
Oil change and inspection of car
Category
auto repair, car inspections
Michael M.
07/01/2015
Mary W.
04/16/2015
What a pleasure to deal with such good a d honest people. From the minute you walk in the door you are treated like royalty. Joe is a hands on manager/owiner and personally explains what needs to be done and the cost. I needed to pass my emissions test and he made sure my car did. I brought it in with two warning lights on and after checking the car out he told me I needed the oxygen sessors to pass. I left the car not expecting to see it for a day. It was ready in 3 hours . I know it sounds strange , but I enjoy going to the mechanic.! I know my car will be well serviced and I will be treated honestly and fairly. How many can say that?
Description of Work
Replaced two oxygen sessors
Category
auto repair, car inspections
TJ H.
12/30/2014
Ana B S.
12/20/2014
Great service! Joe is so honest and kind. We went in for an oil change (at the last minute), but he not only was able to get us in, but also checked the car out at no charge. Has a really nice place to wait for your car. Great customer service. I'll definitely be returning.
Description of Work
Oil change
Category
auto repair
Mary W.
09/22/2014
I can't say enough good things about my experience with Hollywood Auto Service. From my call to schedule an appt. for an oil change to the minute I lef with my repaired and quiet cart, I was treated courteously and professionally. I had purchased a Big Deal for four oil changes. When I called to schedule the first, Joe Guiliano, the owner introduced himself and welcomed me. I arrived at the time I asked for and they were ready for me. When I mentioned that I wanted him to quote on the muffler that was quite noisy, he readily agreed to take a look. Half an hour later, he gave me two options, but recommended that I take the less expensive one. While I waited he personally brought me a cup of coffee and a donut! Every employee who came throught the waiting room was friendly and greeted me. Then when I decided to leave the car with him, he drove me home and told me he would call when the car was ready and would pick me up. He did as he promised. The car is purring--no more embarrassment as I drive along--and at a lower price than the other mechanic offered. I will definitely use Hollywood as my go to place for auto maintenance and repair. I think I'm in love!
Description of Work
replace muffler, oil change, two belts, three wipers, replaced stabilizer bar control links
Category
auto repair
Simona S.
09/19/2014
Brian M.
08/21/2014
Very Professional, They showed me the repair in question as my car was lifted. Pre estimate for the work , and did a great job in the time they promised. I would recommend this shop to anyone, they are my go to mechanics.
Description of Work
Replaced Brake pads and control arm , front end linkage.
Category
auto repair
Patricia C.
01/22/2014
Erik M.
01/22/2014
Everything turned out well. The only thing I did not like was they kept telling me my car would be ready on a certain day and it took them a lot longer to repair the work than they initially said. I did not get the car back until about a week later. The work they did was fine and the car is running well. I have no other issues.
Description of Work
I was hearing a clicking noise when I turned the steering wheel. They replaced the rotors and the calibers and they also suggested to get a brake inspection and I ended up getting new brakes on the car as well.
Category
auto repair
Ike K.
01/18/2011
Joe was very professional and honest about difficulties in repairing Saabs due to the lack of dealer provided information available. He was very detailed and up front about all costs, including labor and taxes. They did a thorough job that we are very satisfied with.
Description of Work
2003 Saab 9-3 2.0t. Front passenger window relay replaced, right rear taillight housing and pigtail replaced, clutch spring kit replaced.
Category
auto repair
Elizabeth V.
12/29/2010
They did an outstanding job - exceeded my expectations. I have been going there for many years, and I trust them completely. Very professional work, honest, and reasonable. I have never doubted their advice. They bend over backward to be helpful. The owner and all the staff are friendly and professional. They also have a pleasant waiting area with a computer you could use to check your emails while you wait!
Description of Work
I went in for an oil change, tire rotation, and a few other winterization items. I ended up needing a little more work than I originally thought, but since I trust them, I was very happy they did it.
Category
auto repair
Lisa S.
06/25/2009
I think that they are very honest. The owner has his nephew working there. They have been very good to me. They are very upfront. They know that I have a really old car, so they explain all of my price options. I trust them, and I feel like I need repairs when they tell me that I need repairs. I am able to leave my car there all week, so I'm not sure how quick they would be for a day repair job. A female would be very comfortable going in there and getting her car repaired. I have sent coworkers there.
Description of Work
They do service and maintenance on my car.
Category
auto repair
JAY H.
02/05/2009
Great! A prior mechanic (on Lawrence) worked on the exhaust system on our 2001 Nissan Pathfinder. Had problem with loud rumbling noise, brought it back, still had problem. Gave up and tried Joe at Hollywood. He invited me in right away. He adjusted exhaust pipes, noise is gone. He charged only for oil change (lower price than old place, too). He has a new customer for life.
Description of Work
Oil change; exhaust system adjustment.
Category
auto repair
Therese Q.
07/31/2008
They were great--I dropped off the car just before closing and by AM the next day they had called with a quote. We talked a bit about the overall quality of the car (old and many miles) and whether or not it was worth the cost of the repair, based on the potential other repairs coming down the line. Joe (owner) said he'd take a look at the whole car and call me back. Within an hour or two he called and said he thought it wasn't worth the cost. He was so apologetic to give me the bad news, but really, it was good news--to get a real idea of how long the car would last, without sinking a load of money into it. I appreciated that greatly! He said I should put that money into the purchase of another car, and offered to check out a used car I might consider, at no cost. Great, helpful place.
Description of Work
They gave me an estimate for an exhaust system repair.
Category
auto repair
Daniel C.
01/02/2008
Our car did not start on a very cold winter's day. We contacted the dealer Napleton Northwestern Chrysler where the car was purchased and told us while they could receive the car, they couldn't get to it for 6 days. We called Hollywood and they told us they could see the car the same day. We dropped the car off around 9:30am (after successfully jumping the car to start). They told us they would call as soon as they could with recommendation and estimate. They called at 12:30 to tell us the battery needed replaced and that the estimate was $90 and that they could finish the work same day. After authorization, they found a nail puncture in one tire (a problem we didn't know about) and let us know that they were working on the other tire. They replaced the battery and patched two tires same day. We picked the car up at 5:30 pm with no problems. They were very pleasant and accommodating. We will use them again.
Description of Work
Hollywood replaced a car battery and repaired two slow leaking tire punctures.
Category
auto repair
Daniel K.
08/18/2007
This was a great experience! I dropped the car off before work, got a call at about 11 telling me it was the front brakes and rotors, and was told it would be $165. I nearly fell off my chair. I know that was at least 50% of what I'd get charged by the dealer. When I went to pickup my car, I was given a full explanation of what they did. They told me that I probably need a tune up, and when I told them I just had a tune-up from the dealer, they told me to come back with the paperwork from the dealer and they would see whether the work the dealer said they performed was actually done. I had a great feeling about the place, I'm going back soon.
Description of Work
Needed new brakes.
Category
auto repair
HAROLD AND JANET V.
07/19/2007
MONICA V.
09/22/2006
So professional, so thorough, so approachable for a female car owner. They will try to help you find the lowest cost way to safely solve your car problems. They specialize in passing emissions tests. They will write out recommendations for future visits, too. This shop is undergoing a major (much-needed) face-lift, and putting in a large waiting area. All of the mechanics are friendly at this very busy shop. We have taken both of our cars to Hollywood for four years. They have performed all work in a timely fashion (not always in the same day, but reasonable,) and within the original estimate. Ask to get on their mailing list to get "Hollywood Bucks" for $10 off your next service. Joe, Wally, Beto, Wilson and the rest of the crew here are good. They may sound a bit gruff on the phone, but stick with them; they will take good care of your car.
Description of Work
Many different items over the years, below are examples of work and price: flat tire repair ($10, as stated above,) new fuel filter to pass emission test ($162,) control arms bushing and housing kit ($350,) mount and balance of two new tires, include cost of tires ($320.05,) replace two sensors and two converters parts to pass emissions test ($990,) labor ($173.)
Category
auto repair
ROBERT T.
08/23/2006
JUNE M.
06/07/2006
I've been taking my car their for years. He does a great job! It's hard to find an honest mechanic in this day and age and Joe Juliana is definitely one of them. I'll continue using them and would recommend them to anyone!
Description of Work
Their was a leak in the brake fluid of our Lexus and they fixed the leak.
Category
auto repair
KURT & TERRY H.
10/24/2005
LISA P.
09/12/2003
WE TRUST HOLLYWOOD AND HAVE HAD CARS TOWED FROM THE NORTHERN SUBURBS SO THEY COULD WORK ON THEM. IT'S WORTH THE TOW CHARGE BECAUSE WE KNOW THAT JOE WILL DO ONLY THE NECESSARY WORK FOR A REASONABLE COST.
Description of Work
JOE, AND HIS FATHER BEFORE HIM, HAS BEEN FIXING MY EXTENDED FAMILY'S CARS FOR 20 YEARS. HE REALLY KNOWS HOW TO KEEP AN OLDER CAR GOING FOR NOT MUCH MONEY!
Category
auto repair
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