Classic Automotive Repair

Auto Service, Heating and Air Conditioning, Auto Inspections,

About us

Complete automotive mechanical and electrical repair. Front end, suspension, AC, engine and electrical issues.

Business highlights

36 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Brakes, ABS diagnosis and repair, full service oil change, heating and air conditioning, internal engine repairs, engine tune up, engine light diagnosis, scheduled maintenance, heating and air conditioning, transmissions, axles, U-joints and drive shafts, differential repairs, power steering pumps, rack and pinion, suspension, fuel pumps, emission control, electrical shorts, door locks, window motors, starters and alternators, batteries, cooling system, water pumps and radiators.

Services we don't offer

Tires or glass

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.978 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
96%
4
1%
3
0%
2
0%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
5.0
Showing 51-75 of 78 reviews

Henry P.
04/2016
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Very fair and honest. They stand by their repairs. Able to diagnose and won't say you need something if you don't, even if you ask about having it done.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Lynn K.
03/2016
4.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Oil change.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$30

Ronald S.
03/2016
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Very good repair shop. Thank you
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Terri T.
03/2016
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I was very pleased with the work done on my car. They charged me the quoted price, no hassles, very honest and friendly. I wouldn't hesitate to have work done there in the future.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Sherri R.
01/2016
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Troy S.
10/2015
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They were very detailed in their work and even told me what would be priority to get fixed vs what could wait if I wanted to save money. They were very professional and timely. Definitely will go back.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$997

wilhelm S.
09/2015
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Sliding doors on passenger side and drivers side were repaired. Everything works like new

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800

Ronald S.
09/2015
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
Again Al and crew do an A1 job!!!
Description of Work: Repaired engine leaks.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Lloyd J.
06/2015
5.0
auto repair, radiator service
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Had radiator replaced. Very satidfied with the work. Customer service was excellent.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$550

Kumar B.
06/2015
5.0
auto repair, heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: I have had intermittent problem where my car would not start. Another auto mechanic shop could not diagnose the root cause. Classic Auto Repair folks traced it to rusted starter coil connectors. After almost 135,000 miles, it was time to change the starter. Now the problem seems to be resolved.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Kathleene P.
05/2015
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Service fee to determine what repairs were required.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Anthony R.
05/2015
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Replaced struts and sway bar end links on 2007 Saturn Outlook.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Larry H.
07/2014
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: My car is getting to the point that a high cost repair might convince me that I should get rid of it. There were several repairs it needed plus some preventative measures to make it road worthy for another couple years. There was one repair that could have potentially been so expensive that it would have made me decide to dump it. The manager suggested that he put a hold on all the other repairs until that particular one was diagnosed. The problem turned out to be not that bad and they repaired rather than replaced the part that was causing the problem. Previously we had taken another vehicle to be checked out at Classic and were told that it was just fine. This after being told at another location that our struts were leaking oil. "Beware of the mechanic with an oil can in his back pocket". We are totally sold on Classic Automotive Repair. Honesty and great service.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$422

JOHN M.
12/2009
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
If you need something, he will get you in on time. I would give him A's down the line.
Description of Work: Classic Automotive Repair fixed a brake light and rotated the tires.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$31

David H.
11/2009
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
I went to Classic Auto based on the reviews on Angies. The reviews were pretty accurate. The guys there were great and they inspected my car to see if anything was wrong. In the end they determined that there wasn't (apparently the manufacturer will cause this light to come on when it is near time for a service checkup) and they did not charge for this inspection. I did have the oil changed while I was there.
Description of Work: Check Engine Light

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$25

Bruce C.
08/2009
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
They are very friendly and explain things very well. They were on time. They fixed few little things that we did not think they could fix as it was an old car. They did not try to sell anything to us. They did a couple of things that I did not even ask for. Their price is average.
Description of Work: They do auto servicing for us. Last time, they replaced the brakes, did the oil change and did a couple of other things for us.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

JOHN M.
08/2009
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
The shop was just wonderful. My son had a brake failure warning on his dashboard and we took it into the dealership. They looked everything over and told us that it was going to cost us three thousand dollars. We found Classic Automotive and brought the car in to see them. They fixed everything for one hundred dollars. It was one broken part when the dealership was claiming that there were many. The gentleman who owns the shop has always taken us on time or in a reasonable amount of time. He truly lives up to his reputation.
Description of Work: I take my vehicle to Classic Automotive Repair for automotive servicing and repair.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

DANIEL S.
10/2008
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
It was a complicated repair requiring much labor to complete. Al, the manager, keep me informed of the progress of the repair. I had taken the vehicle to Belle Tire expecting it to be a starter replacement. When they found the damage the referred me to Classic because it needed a shop competent in advanced electrical problems. Such a problem is a potential claim under comprehensive insurance. They reminded me of that fact and even took pictures of the damage for insurance purposes. They printed the photos and gave them to me when I picked up the vehicle.
Description of Work: A raccoon had chewed up the wiring harness on my Saturn. In doing so he destroyed a sensor and the computer. Eleven wires of the harness had to be properly located, rebuilt, and resealed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

ANN D.
08/2008
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
I was very impressed with Classic Auto. I took the car in and they found that the dealer had not put everything back correctly. They only charged me for the time. They could have told me anything. They fixed the problem and I was on my way.
Description of Work: I took my car into the dealer b/c I was have trouble with the air conditioning. When I got it back my steering was a little sloppy. I didn't trust my car going back to the dealer. So I found Classic Auto on the List.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$46.64

JOHN M.
07/2008
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
You have got to read this!! A family relative owns a 5 year old Chevy. Out of the blue his brake lights went on, both the low brake fluid level and the anti-lock warning light. He took his car to a dealship and requested an estimate to fix this problem. The car disappeared into the mechanics area and a service person came out with a report. The repair estimate was for $3,000.00 whiich included replacement of all brake sensors. In reality, this really is a very costly repair, if you need it. My wife and I, seeking a an explanation of this major repair for the car, visited the repair department. A representative said that we could get by with a $500 partial repair. However, the anti-lock brakes would still not work. Then we asked if the dealer could get some relief from GM due to the faulty parts. He said probably not. So far that is still true. At that point I searched Angie's List for a repair person to give me another estimate. We chose "Classic Automotive Repair". At about noon they said sure, that they would look at it in the afternoon. They did, and reported that it involved the replacement of one small brake sensor part. The cost was only $ 101.00 for the whole job. Unbelievable! We had the job done and picked up the car at about 5:30 PM on the same day. Classic could have done the same thing as our Chevy dealership by fattening up the estimate. He didn't! At this time when people can't afford gas, let alone, a $3,000.00 repair bill, Classic came through with an honest estimate, and a timely repair job. As for the dealership, beware!
Description of Work: Installed new brake sensor.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

John C.
10/2007
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
I went to Classic Automotive based on the reviews that I read here on Angie's List. I didn't have to make an appointment. I dropped off the car, and one of the employees gave me a lift to work down the road. They called when they had assessed everything, and they gave me an estimate on how much it would cost. They had the vehicle ready by mid-afternoon. Overall, I'm very happy with their work. They used a Ford Escape wiper motor and were able to save the money and time it would have taken to get a Mazda motor. They checked the rest of the vehicle for problems, as well. There was only one problem I had with this service. As I was writing this review and looking at the receipt, I realized that they replaced a K & N air filter that is actually supposed to last the lifetime of the vehicle (with regular cleanings). Though the sticker warning them not to replace the filter had fallen off, I would expect them to recognize that the filter was much different than a normal filter.
Description of Work: They performed a 100,000 mile service on the vehicle (air filter, fuel filter, spark plugs and transmission fluid and oil). They adjusted the rear drum brakes and eliminated a squeak that I'd been hearing back there. They replaced the rear wiper motor.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$615.65

KEVIN H.
09/2007
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
I have used this company for a long time now, basically bringing in all the cars I own. They are always very detail oriented and never leave you in the dark about what they need to do to help you. The prices are good considering the work they do for me, and I always feel safe in knowing the job is done right the first time. I highly recommend their services and will continue to use only them.
Description of Work: I brought my 1995 Saturn four door sedan in to have new shock absorbers and struts put on all four sides. I dropped the car off in the morning and picked it up later that day.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$640

TONY L.
07/2007
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
I have been going to Classic Automotive for about ten years and they have always done good work on my cars. I know that they are not going try to push anything on me that I don't need.
Description of Work: I had Classic do a brake job on my 2005 Malibu all the way around.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$265

SUE W.
07/2007
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
I have used this service center over and over because they are very honest and never try to create extra work with my vehicle, just for the sake of making a buck. They do well with fixing mistakes that they make and are always fair to me.
Description of Work: On my last visit here, I brought my 2003 Ford Taurus in for a standard tune up and lube service.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$28

01/2007
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
They were very polite and treat senior citizens with a tremendous amount of respect. They even gave me a loaner at no cost. I'd use them again and recommend them to others!
Description of Work: They replaced a few things on my car for me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Contact information

34343 MOUND RD, Sterling Heights, MI 48310

http://classicautomotiverepair.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*
State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Auto Service,
Heating and Air Conditioning,
Auto Inspections,
Electrical,
Auto Radiators,
Auto Transmission,
Auto Towing,
Auto Mufflers

FAQ

Classic Automotive Repair is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Classic Automotive Repair accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Classic Automotive Repair offers free project estimates.
No, Classic Automotive Repair does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Classic Automotive Repair does not offer a senior discount.
No, Classic Automotive Repair does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Classic Automotive Repair offers warranties.
Classic Automotive Repair offers the following services: Brakes, ABS diagnosis and repair, full service oil change, heating and air conditioning, internal engine repairs, engine tune up, engine light diagnosis, scheduled maintenance, heating and air conditioning, transmissions, axles, U-joints and drive shafts, differential repairs, power steering pumps, rack and pinion, suspension, fuel pumps, emission control, electrical shorts, door locks, window motors, starters and alternators, batteries, cooling system, water pumps and radiators.
Tires or glass

Contact information

34343 MOUND RD, Sterling Heights, MI 48310

http://classicautomotiverepair.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM