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CAR PORT

About us

Auto Service :family owned and operated since 1981. No matter whether you have a Jaguar or a Taurus, it needs to be taken care of to get you where you need to go. You'll appreciate that we specialize in imports and classics but also are familiar with domestic cars. When you drop off your car at our shop you will see that we only use high quality BG products in our repairs, because we care about your car. You'll also feel at ease leaving your car with us because our on staff ASE master technician is there to make sure all your repairs go smoothly.

Business highlights

44 years of experience

Services we offer

Auto Service: import car specialist ASE certified master technician Complete maintenance and repair...computer diagnostics, N.J. emission repair.....American cars also!, air conditioning, all fluid flushes, electrical work, fuel injection, scheduled factory maintenance

Amenities

Free Estimates

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.813 Reviews
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John S.
Mar 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Tai K.
Nov 2015
4.0
$950

I went there with a fueling problem where you could not put more than a half tank in before it would refuse all gas at the nozzle; however, after spending about $950, that problem is still not fixed. He replaced a part he thought would fix the problem but it did not and the part I needed is no longer available from Jaguar. For my $950, I got my spark plugs replaced, headlight bulb replaced, and a piece of trim glued back on. Also a new battery. I wasn't having any symptoms prior to the visit, but now it does not even hold a charge according to them. I needed my headlights aligned but I guess with everything, that was overlooked.

Back to my original fueling issue... I have found the part online. It is a charcoal canister. Car port quoted me $500 to install with no guarantees because they can't attest to the quality of the part. The last part is reasonable but I need to get more quotes on the installation part to know if that is reasonable.

I dropped the car off and almost a whole week goes by with  no word. I called to see if he has gotten to it, to give me a quote. I think he was swamped with work so I was patient. Kind of wish that was taken into consideration before telling me when I can drop the car off. I think the car was with them for 2 weeks.

Will I go back? I don't know. It's not their fault the part is not available but he did put in a part prior to that that didn't fix the problem. Should he have known that? I don't know but it was a costly experiment. I also don't know about the battery. An additional $200 expense I had not counted on because it coincidentally died in his shop. My boyfriend said to replace it regardless because at least it will be a fresh battery for the winter.

Looks like I need to find a Jaguar repair person closer to me anyway - they probably won't want to see my face after this review.   



Colin O.
Mar 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
smooth all around. triple a towed me in, after I had talked to Linda. I wasn't expecting same day but they tried anyway to order the parts and were prompt to update me and I got a call early the next day. no issues with the car since and admirably no upsell attempts (on a 15 year old car).

James C.
Jul 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
called linda at car port and told her the condition of the car. she had the car towed to the shop the same day and called with a estimate. price was fair and we got the car back the next day. great job and great service. having a quality shop in our own town is huge.

Mike M.
Jan 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
Brian Bidwell is an excellent mechanic and has worked on my vehicle several times. He will not rip you off, he is not like most mechanics who rack up services done to your car just to make money. If there is something legitimately wrong with your vehicle he will discuss your options as well as the most cost effective options and then proceed to fix the car's problems for a reasonably rate. His honesty is well noted and I definitely recommend his services. Linda, who works the front desk is personable and friendly.

Jeff S.
Jan 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Excellent

Rose D.
Nov 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$545
I took a new used car in because it was misfiring and it had a rattle (something broken). Quick diagnosis and repair was done. Everything that was done was in a professional manner. This mechanic is very honest and if you don't need it, he will tell you!

Barbara G.
Oct 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Carport has repaired my 10 year old.Mercedes numerous times. They are extremely honest efficient mechanics and also very nice people to deal with.

Carolann N.
Mar 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They are wonderful. I have given a call today and they will have the car done next Thursday. I have it done every time either oils change or any kind of fix. Literally I have been using them from 1980. My oil is changed every 5000miles. They are so good and I just pay whatever they ask. It's a father and son owned business. I never had any problems with them. Even in between oil changes if I go there they just provide the service. I would recommend them to others and I have my family going there too.

Carolann N.
Mar 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$800
I’ve been using them for about 30 years. I have a foreign car and their prices are much less than the dealership. Their punctuality depends on what I am getting done, but they get me my car when I need it.

Mark A.
Oct 2010
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
They were honorable and did prompt work.

Mark A.
Jul 2010
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They were good. They were a father and son team. They were very nice. Their price was fair and they did the work promptly. I would use them again in the future.

J W.
Oct 2008
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
This is a place to count on for all automotive needs.

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FAQ

CAR PORT is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

CAR PORT accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard

Yes, CAR PORT offers free project estimates.

No, CAR PORT does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, CAR PORT does not offer a senior discount.

No, CAR PORT does not offer emergency services.

No, CAR PORT does not offer warranties.