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Reds & Son

About us

Since 1929, Reds & Son have provided flawless auto repair and services to individual and commercial car owners in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With experience in all makes and models of foreign vehicles, we are the city's foreign car specialists and most trusted for quality import auto work at reasonable rates. In the 83 years we have been in business, we've learned a thing or two about foreign automobiles. Get back on the road with our help, as we provide a wide range of services to get your car running in superb condition again, from oil changes to transmission repairs. Bring your commercial vehicle by for all necessary state inspections. You may also recycle oil, antifreeze, freon, and batteries at our location. Your foreign car is not foreign to us. ASE®certified, our technicians are truly experts in imported automobiles, undergoing thorough training programs each year in order to stay up-to-date with new auto technologies. Car care is our passion, as we make sure nothing gets overlooked with your auto service. Receive regular servicing and repairs on your commercial vehicles, whether your business operates fleets of luxury import vehicles or work trucks. A free courtesy shuttle is available for you to and from our convenient location and Center City.

Business highlights

96 years of experience

Services we offer

Air Conditioning Repair Service, Alternator, Aston Martin Auto Repair, Auto Repair, BMW Auto Repair, Brakes, Car Care Service, Car Inspection Station, Catalytic Converters, Clutch Repair, Electrical Work, Emissions Testing, Engine Rebuilding Service, Exhaust, Fleet Service & Repair, Lambo Auto Repair, Maintenance, Mechanic, Mercedez Auto Repair, Mufflers, Nisan Auto., Oil Changes, Suspension, Tire Shop, Transmission Shop, Tune Ups, Volvo Auto Repair, Wheel Alignment Service

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.724 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
79%
4
4%
3
13%
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Showing 1-24 of 24 reviews
Emily W.
May 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Very easy process. Work was done quickly.

Jodi S.
Jun 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Margherita A.
Jun 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100
It went very well.  The car had been backfiring and losing power on acceleration.  They found two things wrong, and told me that one of them (a lax fuel pump) could actually wait if I didn't want to do both repairs at once.  The latter item affects gasoline mileage but not performance. So I will do the fuel pump replacement at a future appointment with them.

Lisa K.
Jan 2015
3.0
$150
unknown

DAVID H.
Jan 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$60
unknown

Margherita A.
Jan 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$800
unknown

Jaya R.
Sep 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
I was very pleased with the service

Margherita A.
May 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
As always, the work was performed quickly and well.

Michael S.
May 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$65
The inspection was done in a professional and timely manner.

Adriane D.
Jan 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$850
The car was dropped off at 10AM and I received a call 2 hours later with a total and a pick up time. It was very fair price and efficient.

Timothy T.
Sep 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
Excelent work very prompt and the fact that they didn't know me didn't matter I was given a fair price and the work was completed quickly and very professionally

HOWARD A.
Jul 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$60
During the state inspection, it was suggested to replace lower ball joints.

Leah S.
Sep 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Everything was fine; they did exactly what we wanted them to do and checked with us before doing work that we had not discussed. They were sympathetic to our budget and made some compromises over the work based on our budget priorities. Their location is convenient to my house. I wish they were open on weekends but it seems like no mechanic is in Philadelphia.

Ivan B.
Jun 2012
3.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
I felt the garage was very punctual and professional, but I know that I was overcharged for the job on my domestic vehicle.

Alan F.
May 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Gus and his people do good work.

Antonio A.
Jan 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
He has taken care of my cars at lease once or twice a year, every year since their warranty ran out.

Leola B.
Jan 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$109
When I called for an appointment, I was given one at the time and day that I requested. I was met by the very courteous, professional owner. I explained that there was a noise that I was hearing when I went over bumps in the road, but the main reason for my needing service was the state inspection and oil change. The owner called me when my car was ready. I was told that I needed brakes soon, but my car would pass the inspection. After driving the car, they did not hear the "noise." that I was talking about. I decided not to have the brakes done. I left pleased with the prompt courteous service that I was given and promised to come back for the brake work.. They gave me a nice calendar for my refrigerator.

Philip A.
Sep 2011
N/A
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000
Porsches, especially old ones, aren't easy to work on. Reds and Sons did a terrific job. All repairs were done perfectly and on time. Gus stayed in touch by phone to keep me posted on what was happening as he and Greg worked though the repairs. It's clear that they have a lot of experience with cars, especially European cars. They know a lot. They didn't repair anything that didn't need repairing.  I had a lot of work done on the car, so the total bill came in at $4,000, but this was a car that had lots of problems.  Each of the tasks completed was done at a reasonable price so I was satisfied.  The car drives beautifully.

The Center City location (N. 13th Street at Callowhill) is very convenient to people living in the city. I'll continue to take my car to Reds. If you want your car repair and maintenance work done correctly by knowledgeable, courteous, and competent professionals, go to Reds. Your car will be in good hands.

SARAH D.
Mar 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Have been using this garage for nearly 20 years. They are honest, reliable and do great work. This was no exception.

Alan F.
Jul 2010
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Good outfit for foreign car repairs. I have a Porsche Boxster.

William T.
Jul 2010
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
They had done the work on time, and were good. Nothing they did had really stuck out.

Edward M.
Oct 2008
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
The car has been running well since. It has stopped making an air-intake noise it made before, so whatever they did worked (so far, at least, it's been about two months).

Lynn C.
Dec 2005
3.0
$1,600
THEY COULD NOT FIGURE OUT HOW TO FIX THE LIGHT. THEY DID TELL ME THAT THERE WERE OTHER THINGS WRONG THAT TOTALED $1600 AND THEN WHEN I GOT THE CAR BACK, IT WAS WORSE!

ERIC W.
May 2005
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$968
OUTSTANDING. SERVICE WAS SCHEDULED AND PERFORMED AS REQUESTED. WORK WAS COMPLETED ON-TIME. SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TOOK TIME TO DISCUSS AND PRIORITIZE BOTH REQUESTED WORK AND FOUND CONDITIONS. SERVICE WAS PERFORMED IN WORKMANLIKE MANNER. REDS HAS ALSO PROVIDED SERVICE ON OUR OTHER CAR WITH THE SAME QUALITY OF WORK, CUSTOMER SERVICE, AND ON-TIME COMPLETION.

Licensing

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FAQ

Reds & Son is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Reds & Son accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard

No, Reds & Son does not offer free project estimates.

No, Reds & Son does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Reds & Son does not offer a senior discount.

No, Reds & Son does not offer emergency services.

No, Reds & Son does not offer warranties.