REVIEWS
HERE'S WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS HAVE TO SAY
★★★★★
"Amazing service. Great staff."
Joey G., 2024
★★★★★
"Wife had a flat tire and they were very helpful and spoke Spanish. They did a great job changing out her tire with the spare. We ordered a new tire from then and it was ready for install the next day. (Keep up the great work and the amazing customer service)"
Elvis G., 2024
★★★★★
"One of the best shops I have ever dealt with. They made the process of handling and working on the car easy, drop it off one day and get it back the next, where can you go wrong! They are great at communicating the issue at hand on your car and take the time to look it up and down and pinpoint whatever may be going on with the vehicle. You don't find many places nowadays that are as caring as this group of technicians here. There is no other shop I would consider taking my car into other than Areawide Automotive."
Gwen S., 2024
★★★★★
"They just did work on my mom’s car and also my uncle’s, they have done numerous jobs on my car previously and each and every time we come out with smiles on our faces and feel like we are driving away in brand new cars. You need any work done, this is the place to go!"
Alec C., 2024
★★★★★
"They were so kind to fit me in when I had a coolant issue as was traveling through the area. So kind and professional. Highly recommend!"
Lauren P., 2024
★★★★★
"Dave and Areawide are the best repair people you are going to find. Solid work. Fair prices."
Christopher T., 2024
★★★★★
"I can’t say enough positive things about Dave and Areawide Automotive. He is honest, ethical, and has never failed to deliver great service at a fair price. Services recommended by my Lexus dealer proved unnecessary and way too pricey. Dave beat the dealer’s “discounted” price to implement a repair by 60%. In addition, issues highlighted by the dealer for proactive repair proved unnecessary and are just typical of a car with 130,000 miles. This Lexus model can go 300,000 miles or more, and Areawide can get it there.
I highly recommend Areawide Automotive."
Steve B., 2024
★★★★★
"I’ve been going to Areawide Auto for many years now and I can’t say enough about the quality of service they provide. Not only is Dave super knowledgeable about everything car related but he’s also completely honest and his prices are more than fair. He’ll never try to sell you anything you don’t need and always uses quality parts and products on your car. It’s rare these days to find this kind of service so I wouldn’t go anywhere else!"
Jayne M., 2024
★★★★★
"Areawide Automotive on North Avenue in Lombard is great! Very practical and fair."
Alexandria D., 2024
★★★★★
"Areawide Automotive. The Best most Honest car mechanic shop I've ever been to. Never UpSells. I feel safe after they have checked out my car. Very Fair Prices."
Lisa W., 2024
★★★★★
"Try Areawide Automotive in Lombard. Dave has always been fair adn reasonably priced."
Sean F., 2024
★★★★★
"If you're looking for a capable honest mechanic for a car repair, this is the place. I used to live close but now I'm in Michigan, but if I can, this is still the place I take my cars for service. The owner, Dave , is the best."
Ken T., 2024
★★★★★
"Areawide Automotive on North Avenue in Lombard is great! Very practical and fair"
A.D., 2023
★★★★★
"These guys were fantastic! They were able to replace a battery on short notice, quickly so I could get back on my way!"
Laura S., 2023
★★★★★
"Dave at Areawide Automotive is the most honest and reasonably priced auto mechanic I have ever used. I will never take my cars anywhere else. Several times I have taken cars to Dave suspecting an issue and expecting a repair bill to be informed that there wasn't an issue that needed repair or the repair was something minimal. That has never happened to me in my lifetime until I started going to Areawide, and I am in my 50s! If you are looking for an honest mechanic, don't hesitate trying Areawide Automotive"
Nancy O., 2023
★★★★★
"Customer submitted five star rating"
William G., 2023
★★★★★
"Customer submitted five star rating"
Cpt A., 2023
★★★★★
"The only auto repair shop I trust. Dave is very honest and you car will be fixed right the first time."
Tom O., 2023
★★★★★
"Honest, affordable, knowledgeable, good communication and easy to speak to. Meaning, they don't make you feel uneasy or silly for asking questions. No pressure to address additional issues or upsell the repair you need. Essentially everything I look for in a qualified service center."
Jim K., 2022
★★★★★
Customer submitted five star rating.
Charlene P., 2022
★★★★★
"The guys here are the best!"
Brian C., 2022
★★★★★
"Dave and the crew inspected a vehicle that I was interested in purchasing. He cares about the integrity of the company and was very honest about what was found. If we lived in Lombard, they would've gained regular customer!"
Matthew S., 2022
★★★★★
"Dave is very thorough & honest! His prices are fair. He gives a time frame of how long you can drive it before it may need a particular part replaced. He goes above & beyond. & I highly recommend him."
Lisa G., 2022
★★★★★
Customer submitted five star rating.
David H., 2022
★★★★★
"They are fantastic. I've been using them for over 20 years. Always polite, friendly, and fast. Will take the time to answer all questions."
Tammy, 2021
★★★★★
"Recently bought my first car and had no clue about car maintenance basics. Dave and Danny patiently answered all of my questions and pointed out relevant information about my car. I am so grateful for their professionalism, time and expertise."
Jasmin S., 2021
★★★★★
"If you want your car repaired right, this is the place to take it. I've done business with Dave a few times and always had excellent work completed."
Rich M., 2021
★★★★★
"Areawide is a great shop. Knowlegable, honest, reliable, dependable. They have fixed multiple cars for me, with quality, always willing to answer questions, overall a great team."
Alona G., 2021
★★★★★
"Good service and good staff."
Aubrey M., 2021
★★★★★
"Got my car's brakes and rotors changed today as well as an oil change. I had very little time because of school pick up times and they made it all work in under 2 hours. I could not be any happier with their friendly service. They went above and beyond and definitely recommend them to anyone."
Jessica Y., 2021
★★★★★
"Fixed my tire perfectly. Arrived at 4:30 and was completed by 5:00 and back on the road."
Jim R., 2021
★★★★★
"Honest, highly competent auto service center that puts most others to shame. After receiving diagnostics and a quote from one of the branded tire service centers, we moved our car to Areawide for Dave and his team to assess the situation. He ran the same diagnostics and determined that one assessment by the other guys was wrong. In effect, Areawide got us back on the road at a bit more than 25% of the cost of the branded tire center. A four figure repair was now a manageable three figures. Areawide is in this for the long haul, which is why we're entrusting him with our cars more and more. Shame on some of the others for misdiagnosis and misrepresentation. Chances are great you will avoid both at Areawide."
Steve B., 2020
★★★★★
"Very reasonably priced. Honest about what does and doesn't need to be done. No pressure or upselling."
2020
★★★★★
"Dave (owner) and his staff have always done top notch repair work on numerous cars for me, and others in my family over the years. Areawide is fairly priced, they're work is excellent."
2020
★★★★★
"Been going for years. Honesty is rare to find in this industry. If you don’t need it, he will tell you. Dave knows what he’s talking about."
Rosendo A., 2020
★★★★★
"Been using Areawide's services for many years. Always reasonably priced and repairs right done right the first time. Very trustworthy, doesn't try to sell me on things I don't need."
2020
★★★★★
"Excellent customer service, very thorough in diagnostics, extremely fair priced"
James T., 2020
★★★★★
"I came back in September 2020 for some work on my old car. Same Great Service and support from Areawide Automotive. I can't say enough great things about this place."
Christopher K., 2020
★★★★★
"Very honest, works on all of our company and personal vehicles I highly recommend them. Great service fair price."
Jeff T., 2020
★★★★★
"You can trust your car repairs. Good people that care about your concerns and your car."
Walter C., 2020
★★★★★
"The best is one word to describe this specific repair shop! I really adore this shops patience and courtesy! If you are looking for a caring repair shop search no further; Areawide Automotive will get the job done!"
Kolodziej C., 2020
★★★★★
Customer submitted five star rating.
Mike R., 2020
★★★★★
"Dave is amazing! He is incredibly honest when it comes to auto repair. He has done work on many cars for me and I am ecstatic with his friendliness and willingness to help. All of my cars will forever be fixed by Dave!
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Robloxian, 2020
★★★★★
"Areawide Automotive is the best mechanic in the area!!! We have had others in the very distance past with higher prices and subpar jobs. Dave always gives me his best practice advice to scrap it or put cash into the old 1994 Ford, he also considers safety to the highest for us driving it and others on the road as well. Once again he saved us from having to scrap the old girl for parts to a charity... Thanks Dave- you've always been a life saver! You are more appreciated than you know! "
Joyce O., 2020
★★★★★
"I can't say enough good things about this garage. They are knowledgeable, helpful, and patience. Their cost is very competitive, and will always take my vehicle to this place."
Miranda M., 2020
★★★★★
Customer submitted five star rating.
Juan R., 2020
★★★★
Customer submitted four star rating.
Clayton B., 2020
★★★★★
"The best is one word to describe this specific repair shop! I really adore this shops patience and courtesy! If you are looking for a caring repair shop search no further; Areawide Automotive will get the job done!"
Roneezha M., 2020
★★★★★
Customer submitted five star rating.
Tahamanal A., 2019
★★★★★
Customer submitted five star rating.
Mike S., 2019
★★★★★
"Only place anyone should get there oil changes. Knowledgeable, courteous, good prices."
Sandra W., 2020
★★★★★
"Always quick, friendly and do a great job! Taking my car here for years."
Jessica H., 2019
★★★★★
"Dave and his mechanics are great! Dave the owner will give you the best service, best prices, and always cares about his customers. I highly recommend calling Dave for your next car repair!"
Debra H., 2019
★★★★★
"Great service from Dave and his team of experts. Have been a customer of Areawide for many years and they always exceed expectations with their outcomes. Highly recommend for all of your automotive service needs."
Daryl W., 2019
★★★★★
"Dave has always been honest and efficient with all of our vehicles and company trucks. Very dependable"
Linda C., 2019
★★★★★
"Cares about his customers and is very thorough! Thank you."
Dan S., 2019
★★★★★
"All my mechanical works goes here. Good honest work. Never does any work until after diagnosing the issue and calling you to discuss options and costs."
Steve C., 2019
★★★★★
"We have been going to Areawide for a few years now. Dave is the best. He's fair, kind, and honest. He always has the best interest of you and your car in mind. Everything he and his crew do is top-notch! I would never take my car any place else. If you need a mechanic...definitely call Areawide! You will not be disappointed. Thank you, Areawide."
Kris G., 2019
★★★★★
"Dave the owner always helps me with major and minor repairs, does great work and tells you if any problems your not aware of with your vehicle. His mechanics are very friendly and courteous. Great place to have your vehicle repaired - reasonable rates."
Michael P., 2019
★★★★★
"Great staff, friendly and experienced."
Tom N., 2019
★★★★★
"I've taken multiple cars to this place over the years. They are always fair on price and they do high-quality work. My favorite forever!"
Alan M., 2018
★★★★★
"Very helpful and friendly. Also very knowledgeable."
Adam P., 2018
★★★★★
"Great work and great prices. Dave put on my new exhaust about a year ago and did a great job! Other places were quoting me double or triple what he charged. Very professional!"
Dexter M., 2018
★★★★★
"My experience was great! I took my wife's 1998 Honda Accord for a catalytic converter after failing emissions. After going to my usual place and getting an estimate of almost $700 I decided to do some price checking. Most just looked at the year, make and model and gave estimates from a computer. The car's catalytic converter was welded in place instead of clamps so Dave at Areawide got the car on the rack and looked over the situation and estimated $300. When I came back to pick up the car, I was pleasantly surprised and Dave said he didn't have to replace one pipe so it was about $25 less. Since then I have taken my son's car there too. I have another two cars that I will be taking to Areawide for service when they need it. I'm a customer now."
Scott J., 2018
★★★★★
"I was so relieved to find Areawide Automotive when I was changing mechanics! I have been coming here for many years now and they have always been honest, professional and their prices are very competitive! I am moving out of state now and hope I can find someone in my new area as honest, knowledgeable, and caring as Areawide is with my cars! You cannot find a better place to bring your car(s)! I'd give the owner Dave and his guys a 10 if I could!"
Kristy Z., 2018
★★★★★
"Great Work!! Dave is the best."
K. Woods, 2018
★★★★★
"We don't know what we would do without Areawide Automotive and Dave - the owner who runs the most professional business. The workmanship is top-notch; Dave's cheerful personality makes us feel like we are coming to visit a friend, not just pick up a repair job. We have been so sincerely happy with all the work that has been done on multiple vehicles and great guidance from Dave and team at Areawide Automotive! From maintenance to checking out new used purchases, the past 14 years have truly been fun taking the cars to the auto mechanic."
Joyce O., 2018
★★★★★
"Dave and his crew take care of all of our vehicles where I work. I decided to start taking my car to him a couple of years ago. He is very honest when it comes to diagnosing the problems with your car. His prices are reasonable. I would recommend his shop to anyone I know."
Jennifer, 2018
★★★★★
"Love those guys. They take really good care of my vehicles; both personal and work."
David C., 2018
★★★★★
"The best."
Don B., 2018
★★★★★
“I've known Dave from way back. When he worked for another person. He's done everything anybody would want from a mechanic. Honesty, integrity and knowledgeable about anything with 4 wheels on it. Trust this friend, he won't let you down.”
Mel, 2018
★★★★★
"I trust Dave and his team. They do honest, great work that is reasonably priced."
Katie, 2018
★★★★★
“Phenomenal service everytime, and they are straight up with you. Can't beat them.”
Sean N., 2017
★★★★★
“Dave the owner and his team are awesome. Always do great work and if there's any problems after the work they will be happy to try to re fix which happens like never. Fast, efficient, and friendly. They won't just try to upsell you here. They will only tell and sell you what you need. And they will do it at a fair price too. Most mechanics will charge you an arm and a leg, these guys are fair and real.”
Sarah O., 2017
★★★★★
“Professional service, fair, honest, and reasonably priced.”
Yagub A., 2017
★★★★★
“Talked to them early this morning and was quoted at a pretty fair price for exhaust work and set up a time for the same day. Quote was a little higher than it was over the phone, but for good reason, and the communication and punctuality go miles in my books.”
Joe G., 2017
★★★★★
“Thank you so much Dave for helping me out with my catalytic converter! I have a 2004 Nissan Murano with around 177,600 miles in it. In all of my years having this car, no one has ever told me that it had 3 catalytic converters until Dave (owner) told me. Dave was so helpful and honest of what needs to be done for my car with fair pricing too! Taking my baby back for a road trip to the West Coast and I'm just so excited and happy of how good it feels again.”
Honey Grace P., 2017
★★★★★
“Being stranded from out of state with a blown brake line, I didn't have many choices. They were honest and prompt. The parts and labor were fairly priced and the quality exceptional. I made the right choice, you can trust this place. You are safe here.”
Brian R., 2017
★★★★★
“They are friendly, honest, and fairly priced. I would recommend them to any friend.”
Bill F., 2017
★★★★★
“Best mechanic around! Dave always knows how to fix whatever problem is going on. You can really trust him as well. He never tries to sell you on other things and he's even gone out of his way to fix some stuff on our cars for no charge. He's a good guy.”
Anthony T., 2017
★★★★★
“Honest service always. Never dissatisfied in the 8 years I've been coming to Areawide.”
William W., 2017
★★★★★
“Excellent service. Quick. Knowledgeable. And overall the price is excellent and well worth the service. Thank you!!”
Jonathan A., 2017
★★★★★
“I seriously cannot say enough good things about these people. Dave (the owner) is as honest as they come. He will tell you what is going on with your vehicle and recommend what should be done...but he also will tell you what needs to be fixed now, what can wait, and what is not worth fixing. I have a toddler and when we arrive (even on our very first visit) he immediately changes the waiting room TV channel to PBS cartoons. He even had crackers for her the last time we visited. As a parent, the way to my heart is through my kid so to pay attention to her before any business takes place is the cherry on top of some exceptional service. I've recommended these guys to everyone I know and not surprisingly, many of my friends already use Areawide.”
Leslie R., 2017
★★★★★
“Dave at Areawide was recommended to me by my Mom. For quite a while she bragged about how honest he was, and I somewhat dismissed it as "Mom can be easily charmed". Mom was vindicated when my car wouldn't start one day and I decided to give Dave a shot. My car was towed to him and after having it for a day and not being able to recreate the failure in his shop, he informed me that my battery posts were corroded, so he cleaned them, but that was all he could find wrong. From that day on, I was hooked. Dave could have convinced me that the failure was a result of a very expensive part failing, but instead, I left his shop with a nominal charge and a car that hasn't failed again since. I've been back to Dave several times since then for routine maintenance items and will not take my cars anywhere else. Auto maintenance and repairs are so much less stressful when you have an automotive professional that you can trust.”
Ruby O.
★★★★★
“Very good service! Honest and fair are good words describe this business.”
Frank A.
★★★★★
“I am writing this review from Los Angeles...I am in the process of purchasing a vintage classic Mercedes-Benz from a dealer in Chicago. I needed to do a Pre Purchase Inspection on the car and found Areawide online. As you can imagine I was nervous about finding someone to look at this car on my behalf and tell me what type of condition it was in. Finding a mechanic that is trustworthy and honest (and skilled enough to catch ALL of the flaws) seemed impossible but Dave is amazing---he's like a unicorn. The car was in great condition (lucky me), but Dave really looked at every tiny detail of the car (noting that there was a small ding on the rear bumper that I had not previously been aware of, and even going so far as to note that the gear shift was slightly loose). He took the time to write up a report and email it to me, called me to discuss what he found, sent me photos, and overall I could not be happier with his work. His price for the inspection was also incredibly reasonable ($45). If I lived in Chicago, Dave would be my go-to mechanic all-year-long...he's fantastic!"
Stephanie B., 2016
★★★★★
"I have known Dave for about 7 years, I have not needed his services until recently. My daughters 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue with 115,000 miles would not pass the emissions test. I took it to Dave and stated that we did not want to put a lot of money into the vehicle. Dave went out of his way to get the vehicle to pass the emission test. Very reasonable price and very timely turn around time. Dave went out of his way to get this done and did not charge for all of his time involved with this complex repair. Thank you for your help and honesty."
Randy G.,
★★★★★
“Dave and his crew are the best! A friend at work recommended Areawide, now I'll never go anywhere else! Very fair and trustworthy! They do their best to get your repair done ASAP.”
Christine B., 2016
★★★★★
“I first heard of Areawide Automotive from a group on Facebook. Everyone was recommending them and I didn't really have an auto repair shop that I went consistently to and could trust so I decided to give them a try. I have brought my car to them a couple of times now and they are great! They are so nice and their prices are very fair! They are an honest repair shop and I would highly recommend them to anyone!"
Celene O., 2016
★★★★★
"Dave and his team are awesome. Honest people and great prices. Warranties everything. Wouldn't take my truck to anyone else."
Jane P., 2016
★★★★★
“Some years ago (at least 10 years ago) I stopped in at Areawide after exhausting my search for a shop to do a catalytic converter replace (for my Subaru Forester) at a price I wanted to pay. I never thought I would actually get a better price here but I did. That was the start of a long relationship with Dave and Andrew and the crew at Areawide. It's true that Dave stands out as a honest business man. He runs a clean (so clean) organized shop deftly. His pricing is fair and he is objective in his recommendations about work that either needs to be done or "should" be done. As a single woman, I am fairly car savvy, but I feel that with Dave and crew I can let my guard down a bit and just let them tell me what my old Forester needs to keep her running, and with a 210k miles history, she may not be the prettiest car on the road but she is surely a sound car and I feel safe driving her. In fact, I'm heading over today for an oil change. Read the reviews and stop in to talk to Dave.”
Cyn P., 2016
★★★★★
“Dave at Areawide Auto is honest and fair. It is hard to believe. His mechanics are great. His shop is clean but always busy. If I could give this place ten stars I would."
Karen R., 2015
★★★★★
"We have used Areawide Automotive now several times, for both of our cars. It is so nice to know that you can trust your car mechanic. Dave is such a nice person. He even worked on our car after his normal work hours, because he knew we were going out of town. And his pricing is very fair. We will keep using Areawide Automotive and have recommended them to our family and friends."
Stephanie C., 2015
★★★★★
"Dave and his team of mechanics are awesome. They are honest and don't play games. I would recommend using Areawide for all your car care needs. Fair price and great customer service."
Jessica M., 2015
★★★★★
“How can I adequately sing Areawide and Dave's praises? I recommend no other small business as much as this. You are basically a fool to take you car anywhere else. Dave is proof that it is possible to be a forthright, honest person with consistent customer service for over a decade that can enjoy a profitable business. Everyone has a story of how a mechanic has done them wrong, but none of these stories refer to Areawide Automotive. Every small business should aspire to achieve the same level of customer service."
Ryan H., 2015
★★★★★
"Dave is awesome! I took a used car that I had just bought to Dave at Areawide. I wanted to get it checked out and hoping there was no surprises or big repairs needed. I paid like $50 to get everything checked out and he came back to me with his findings (almost nothing wrong with the car). I was shocked when he didn't come back to me with a laundry list and tell me I need to fix a bunch of stuff. He simply told me everything looked like it was in good working order. He told me how much of my brakes I had left, about my tire wear and battery test. Car has been running great and so happy that I found a trustworthy mechanic I can take my car to."
Jason O.
★★★★★
"Best auto service I've ever had. Extremely honest. Fair prices without unnecessary things fixed. I have been ripped off at the big shops (Midas, Pep Boys, Sears) so I'm glad I found this small honest auto shop that can handle all the big jobs as well as small. They have kept my 13 year old Volvo running great since I got it 7 years ago. They treat all their customers with courtesy and respect."
Lisa W.
★★★★★
“I would like to say THANK YOU very much for all the hard work and honesty on all the repairs you do on my family's car. I have referred many people to you. Thank you so very much. No one knows my car better than you."
Charlene H.
★★★★★
"I needed brakes and a tune up on my 2004 jeep grand cherokee. I know most places rip you off and talk you into many other things to fix your vehicle. i was referred to Areawide Auto by many people mostly on Facebook. I called them up and was greeted by dave who was very professional and knowledgeable about everything i asked. I made an appointment and had all my repairs done in a very timely manner. The prices here are pretty much unbeatable for the service. They also back up their work with warranties. I would recommend this shop to anyone looking to get their vehicle fixed. I already have a few people i told to go there. I for sure will be a repeat customer and for living in Lombard I will give my town the business. Thanks again Areawide Automotive!!!"
Dave P., 2015
★★★★★
"I originally took my car in to the Hyundai dealership where I was given a laundry list of items that had to be replaced for $2550! I called up Dave and gave him the list. His price was $400+ cheap for the items. He suggested I bring it in and have him look at it to see what really needed to be done. Of course, I didn't need all of the items the dealership wanted to do to the vehicle and I ended up saving about $1,200 off the total from what the dealership quoted. I dropped my car off the night before and everything was done and the car was ready to go before I even got off work the following day. Dave and Andrew are great guys and they won't rip you off. I have had no problems with the repairs that were done and my car is running great!"
Tracy Z., 2014
★★★★★
“Dave (owner and master mechanic)...honest and trustworthy. Need I say more? I will....my family and I have been taking our cars here for years. Truly a great guy and a clean waiting area and shop. And if that weren't enough, honest, dependable service at a very fair price!! Can't ask for more!"
Michelle L., 2014
★★★★★
"I get flat tires on my riding lawn mower frequently. I called Areawide to see if they could repair them. They told me to come right over and were able to seal the tire well. I have used there services several times and they are always very friendly and pleasant and the tires are always as good as new and can be used when I get home. They have saved me a lot of time and money on repairs and new tires. I would highly recommend them."
Linda K., 2014
★★★★★
"He was just very fair. I didn't do work with them but they gave a really good quote, explained what the problems were but he came right in and checked so. It was for transmission and the numbers were getting real big and real quick and I felt that it would have been reasonably priced for what was happening but the car was not worth repairing. They were 'down-to-earth', seem to really know their business and they also recommended something that I probably could have done in the past and would have save me that problem, a preventive maintenance thing. Their facility is clean and neat. If I have a transmission work, I'd go back to him."
Al C., 2013
★★★★★
“Areawide Automotive is owned and ran by what I feel is the most honest and knowledgeable person I have had work on my cars. Dave knows automobiles and it doesn't matter what the problem is they will give you a fair cost to repair and if the find that they can save you some money when doing the repair and not affect the high quality of their work and have you returning for the same problem. They unlike most auto repair shops are not their to just sell and install parts. They know the customer wants the car fixed right the first time not having to return several times because the job wasn't done right. If my car broke down even 100 miles from Areawide I would pay to have it towed there. I trust Dave and know he will fix it right and not over charge me for the repairs."
"A Local User", 2013
★★★★★
"Areawide Automotive is a very rare automotive repair center why is it rare because its owned by a man that that knows autos. He is also very honest and takes the time to explain what the problem is and what it will need to fix it. He and his team of mechanic's just don't sell and replace parts if they see they can fix it with out having to replace a major part like a starter when its just a bad cable. They replace just the cable but also make sure its just a cable that had to be replaced. Today I went there with a tire problem. Unlike most that would have just put a plug in the tire because they felt it was to close to the side wall they took the tire off the wheel and patched it on the inside they also saw the rim edge needed to be cleaned so it had a good seal and I paid about the same if some place had plugged the nail hole. I have taken my Jeep and 2 Pontiacs there over the years and even my John Deere Tractor a few times and Dave and his Team have taken care of all problems. Areawide Automotive is in my opinion the best Automotive Repair Center in Northern IL. They are honest Caring Professionals which most car repair centers are only there to sell parts and make all the money they can. Next time you have auto problems give Dave at Areawide Automotive a call. What others have said was a big costly repair may be a small repair and not be as costly as you where told be others."
Mr. Baggs, 2013
★★★★★
"Areawide Automotive is by far the best run and Honest repair centers in all of Northern IL. Dave the owner knows cars and he also listens to the customer so know from the customer what the vehicle is doing or not doing. Be fore he goes out to inspect and check the vehicle problem. He gives you a honest repair cost and he and his Team do the repair right the first time and if something doesn't need to be replaced they wont they are automotive professionals. Not part sellers and installers they care about both the customer cost and the vehicle repair."
Randy, 2013
★★★★★
“I had a great experience here. They were very straight forward with me. I needed my brakes done on the cheap and they never once tried to up sell me. They gave me all my options. Full replacement of brakes and rotors, brakes and cutting existing rotors or just a brake pad replacement. Like I said I needed it cheap so I just did the pads and that's exactly what they did. I checked around and the price was certainly fair. I would come here again Edit: I decided to expand on this experience even more. When it came down to the final cost of the pad replacement and I took out my card, to my surprise the final cost was nearly exactly what he quoted. I wanted to also mention the parts were quality not some cheap junk. He also asked if I would like to see the old pads, so I could see for myself that I did in fact need new brakes badly. He also did one other thing that I think is just a cut above. Since I decided on my own not to get the rotors cut, I asked what the drawbacks to that could be? He told me that you could feel a wobble at high speeds, possible squeaking or premature pad wear but he test drove my car when he was finished and he didn't see, hear or feel any of those so I probably didn't NEED to get the cut anyway. I ask you, what mechanic would say this to a customer?????? Good honest ones."
Alex C., 2013
★★★★★
"I used to live in Illinois and now live in Michigan. The thing I miss most about Illinois is the fast, honest auto and truck repair service I got from Areawide Automotive and Dave Barrie. You can't get that here. I keep trying to get Dave to move but lucky for you Chicago land residents he won't go. You got an auto repair need - go see Dave. You won't regret it!"
Ken T., 2013
★★★★★
"Finding an honest and competent mechanic is is one of life's most daunting tasks. Anyone engaged in this search does not need to look any further than Areawide Automotive. Dave and the gang have been taking care of both our work fleet of vehicles and personal vehicles and we could not be more pleased. When we bring a vehicle in for service we know that we will get an honest diagnosis, a fair price and quality work all done in a timely manner. This gem of a business should be your first stop when your car won't start."
Rich S., 2013
★★★★★
“I have been a customer of Dave's for over 25 years and I have never been unhappy with his work or friendliness. He has always fixed our cars on time and he charges reasonably. He becomes part of your family."
Linda, 2013
★★★★★
"My CRV 2006 had a strange noise when I drove it these past couple of days. I kept up with all the maintance on the schedule and didn't know what the heck was wrong with my car. I became scared to drive due to the noise! A few of my friends' cars are still in shops due to the April 17,18 storm and flooding, so I was very nervious. Anyway, I found this shop online and decided to make a call to check it out on April 24. I talked to Dave and he told me that his shop was packed up untill next Wednesday (May 1) and he only can take a test drive and possibly identify the problem. After a 5 minute test drive, Dave confirmed to me that my car was in good shape and only need to remove a corroded piece in the bottom of the transmission. He even did not charge me for service or diagnostic fee! I was so worried before came to his shop and was ready for some serious maintenance/repair (with cost) and now I feel so relieved. Dave and his team members did a great job with great customer service. Honest, friendly, and courteous. I definitely will use Dave's service in the future and recommend his shop. Thank you for all previous comments. They were very useful in me deciding to take my car here."
Cathy W., 2013
★★★★★
"Great honest service. I was told by several other mechanics that I needed a whole new engine, these guys figured out it was a simple cap that was broken. Car was fixed fast and cheap, they even do a free consultation before they start to fix anything. Car has been running great ever since. Will definitely be taking all my future car troubles to these guys!"
Danielle B., 2013
★★★★★
“We have been going to Areawide Automotive since it's beginning. We used to go to Trep's where Dave, the owner of Areawide was previously from. Dave is an honest and reputable mechanic. He has always been up front and told us what needed to be done or if we could wait to have something done. He always tries to fit us in and anytime I had an emergency he has been there for our family. He has never steered us wrong or overcharged us for anything. I recommend anyone who is looking for a great mechanic to go to him and let him fix your car. It is the only place we go with our cars."
Sharon S., 2013
★★★★★
"First time I am taking my car here. They are very customer friendly. Reliable price and completed in timely manner."
"jack766", 2013
★★★★★
"50 miles from home, my car started rattling. I was prepared for a major repair bill and was at the mercy of the mechanic. Dave put the car on his lift, found and fixed a minor problem, and charged me all of $5. He is honest, competent, and kind. A true gentleman."
Morton F., 2012
★★★★★
“I've been going to Dave for several years now, and the reason is simple: he does high quality work, and at a reasonable price. Even doing "routine" maintenence, he sees the little things that most others would not. As an example, there was a time a few years back when I stopped there for a simple oil change. In doing so, Dave spotted a potentially very costly problem. In a hard to see area, there was fractured bolt that, if it sheared the rest of the way, would have caused major damage to the engine. Spotting this problem saved me the future cost of a probable engine replacement or overhaul. Thanks, Dave!"
John D., 2012
★★★★★
"Areawide has maintained my family's vehicles years. Dave and his team are second-to-none in customer service. The entire staff is incredibly friendly, earnestly answering any questions that I may have. In addition to expertly handling major repairs, if possible, they won't hesitate to recommend a variety cheaper solutions while clearly explaining what kind of performance I can expect. Areawide is a an absolutely fantastic shop that I trust and is a great pleasure to do business with."
Bennett J., 2012
★★★★★
"Areawide is the only place I take my wife's or my own vehicle. The customer service is great, and everything is done in a very timely manner. They really look after the customer. Wouldn't take my vehicles anywhere else."
Zachary L., 2012
★★★★★
“Dave has handled our cars new & used for the last 20 years! You won't find a better man to do business with. He's simply the best! I tell all my friends & strangers to call him!"
Lorinda I., 2012
★★★★★
"Some people are Ford men others are Chevy men. He's fixed the Windstar, the Impala SS, the Jetta, the Taurus, the Mini. Dave is like our family doctor, lawyer or accountant. He's on that short list of trusted service professionals that we are pleased to have looking out for our mobile assets."
Paul, 2012
★★★★★
"My husband and I have serviced our family vehicles with Dave for over 20 years. Last week we added another vehicle to our fleet for our sons. Dave held our hand and provided through inspections of multiple used cars that we were interested in purchasing. Yes we bought one and yes, Dave has already placed new tires on this car! Dave has always listened, has patiently waited, and has always provided outstanding service! His level of experience is hard to find and his prices are reasonable and fair. If Dave says that it needs to be done, believe him and do it! Your car and your family will thank you for it! Will we do business with him again? Well, let's just say that in the next 6 months we need to tune up two cars and install new timing belts and water pumps on them as we roll over more than 100000 miles on each car. Could we buy new cars? Yes. Do we want to? NO! Thanks to Dave we don't have to! Call Dave, he can fix it! I totally recommend him!"
Lorinda I., 2013
★★★★★
“Dave is the best mechanic in the Chicago land area."
Tom D., 2012
★★★★★
"I've been bringing my cars to AREAWIDE for years. Once you find a good mechanic, stick with them. That's how I feel about these guys. I trust them, that's important to me. Honest business, good work at a fair price. I would highly recommend!"
"P", 2012
★★★★★
"I have been using Areawide for the last 8 years. My office used to be right around the corner and started using him for oil change. Now Dave does all my services on my cars. I have recommended several friends and coworkers. He is so honest and does a quality job. Now that I have moved 50 miles away I still only use Dave. He is awesome."
Raghu, 2012
★★★★★
“Honest and Great Service is what I received at Areawide Automotive. I had a coupon for one of those national chain repair shops for a $14.99 oil change. After having my car in the shop for an hour and a half, the manager came out and told me I needed front and rear brakes and about $800.00 dollars of other work and the car wasn't really safe to drive. I felt a little uneasy as he was trying to push all this other work. I told him to just do the oil change as I wanted to get a second opinion on the other stuff. He then became rather rude and told me to have a seat while they put my car back together. I told my father about what this place told me and he suggested I take my car to his mechanic, Dave, at Areawide Automotive and have him inspect it. After the inspection Dave brought me into the shop to show me my vehicle. The brakes were only about 50% worn and he only found a couple of minor things it needed for about $150.00. I learned a valuable lesson. I will now have all my repairs done only at Areawide Automotive. Thanks from Megan."
Megan, 2012
★★★★★
"Nice, clean waiting area too. After many years of searching for a reliable, honest mechanic, I have found one and will recommend to everyone I know! For once, I did NOT feel cheated. Thanks Areawide. You have a customer for life."
"A Local Yahoo User", 2012
★★★★★
"I had a personal mechanic for many years. Then he and his wife decide to move to Las Vegas & I am lost. I looked and looked for an honest and professional mechanic for at least two years. Finally my wife's car needed rear brakes and I took it Areawide. Boy am I satisfied. Honest and reasonably priced. I then had to take the car in for the driver's door lock. They fixed it for no charge. Now I am sure I got my mechanic back. Thanks Dave!"
Ralph Testa, 2011
★★★★★
“Saved me 4000 dollars! I had a major transmission job that Dave and his mechanics were able to diagnose. Instead of taking the job himself, he contacted someone at Toyota who told him that my car still had an extended warranty that would cover the job. He had only met me and was so honest. I still can't understand why he gave up the business but I can only express how genuinely touched and moved I was by his generous and selfless action. I will definitely keep Dave as our mechanic and I have told anyone who listened about this wonderful act of kindness. Thanks Dave and may God bless you and your company."
Lourdes, 2011
★★★★★
"I received great car service here! I will definitely go back. It's hard to find a business that cares like family. A little tricky knowing the business is only in the middle front of the building. The east corner of the building is not connected and has no sign that indicates that."
Hair Experts, 2011
★★★★★
"I would highly recommend Areawide Automotive. It's hard to find hard working, honest people that do great work."
Laura, 2011
★★★★★
“I walked into Areawide Auto 8 years ago in a bind. I needed work on my car as well as my wife's. The economy hadn't been kind and money was tight. I needed a mechanic I could trust. I remembered back to something my dad would always tell me, you find an honest mechanic, you hold onto him. Dave's not only honest, he's reliable, fair and extremely knowledgeable in his field. Life changes and we adapt, I have since moved 20 miles to the north and wouldn't Dream of Changing my mechanic!!! I tell everyone I know and now I am telling anyone who reads this, go check him out, you wont be disappointed!"
Jay, 2011
★★★★★
"They are wonderful. They were extremely helpful and Dave was so nice. The service was quick and informative. I recommend them and I know my mom always has a problem with her car so the next time she has a problem I'm going to refer her here."
Jenna, 2011
★★★★★
"Service centers, like this one ran by dave, are almost impossible to find. If you have car problems give this shop a try!"
"bozsquad", 2011
★★★★★
“Been going to Areawide Automotive for several years. Dave the owner is very knowledgeable and does great work. Sometimes I thought I'd have to take my car to a dealer but before doing so I talk to Dave about the problem and he saves me the EXPENSIVE dealer price. If you have a problem go to Areawide. The service is great. Highly recommended."
Bob H., 2011
★★★★★
"My story starts with a broken down vehicle and a tow to the dealer for my Honda Accord. After a quick repair at the dealer (who I will not name), I was told I needed to spend $1500 for new brakes. Figuring this was crazy, I called Dave up at Areawide who was happy to take a peek for free and offer his advice. For roughly 1/3 of what I was quoted at the dealer, Dave was able to replace my brakes, and was able to do it within one day. It just feels great to know that honest mechanics still exist!"
Jason, 2011
★★★★★
"This is a great repair shop. Dave is very honest and won't tell you that you need any work done that you do not. Very honest and reliable! Will not go anywhere else!"
Dennis R.
★★★★★
“I would highly recommend Areawide Automotive. It's hard to find hard working honest people that do great work."
"A Local Yahoo User", 2011
★★★★★
"It's easy to get ripped off with auto repairs (did he really replace that part? was it really necessary? should it have taken that long?) so it is really important to find a place that you can trust, is competent and reasonably priced. Two out of three won't do. Areawide is all three. Dave runs the place and will give you honest answers that you can trust. Scheduling is important but he gets you in and out quickly in the time promised. I have had bad experiences elsewhere and can tell some true horror stories. I have also compared prices on tires and service and they came out ahead every time. In 5 years with Areawide I have yet to be the least bit unhappy. In a word Areawide is 'Efficient'. Time efficient and price efficient."
Dan R., 2010
★★★★★
"Replaced brakes and rotors on my daughters car, reasonably priced, showed a lot of concern, and very helpful. Highly recommend."
"A Local Yahoo User", 2010
★★★★★
"Dave & Josh, Thank you again for your outstanding service last Friday - I appreciate your friendly attitude, and was thrilled that you were able to fix my car so quickly - great customer service!"
Lori Z., 2010
★★★★★
"Areawide Automotive has serviced my 86 Pontiac 6000. His prices are good and work is done promptly; he always calls to advise me if additional work if it needs to be done. I will not go anywhere else. Because of they're fast, friendly and dependable service, that is not over priced and is guaranteed 100%."
Jack P., 2010
★★★★★
"I found you by accident in 2004 and have been extremely satisfied with your work, personal ethics and prices. We are grateful for all you have repaired for us. Please don't ever retire - WE NEED YOU :) Joyce, Jim, Jason, Jeremy, Joshua, Dorothy, & Jack"
The Olech Family, 2010
★★★★★
"We have taken all of our vehicles to Areawide Automotive for the last 10 years and we feel that we have always gotten the best deal."
Randy L., 2010
★★★★★
"Can't say enough about Areawide! Dave runs an HONEST and excellent shop. I have had some bad experiences with other shops (including dealers) wanting to rip me off only to have them overcharge me for shotty work. Not at Areawide. They tell you what is really wrong with your car and fix it right the first time! I would recommend this shop to anyone!!"
Dawn D., 2010
★★★★★
"I used to fear taking my car into the shop more than going to the dentist. I had problems with previous mechanics suggesting repairs that didn't need to be done. Thankfully, since I've found Dave I know that I'm not going to get ripped off at his shop. He will be honest about what needs to be repaired and what can wait. He has done basic diagnostic tests like check engine lights and battery tests for me free of charge. He also does great work and he has coupons too. We refer our friends and family to Areawide."
Matt M., 2010
★★★★★
"For 22 years we flopped around from shop to shop for maintenance and vehicle repairs, we have "never" been as satisfied with work or costs as we are with Dave's, Areawide Automotive Inc. Since finding Areawide Automotive in 2004 we have not taken any of our vehicles elsewhere. From an engine installation, replaced break lines, custom rebuilt air conditioner system, tires, batteries, emissions and wiper blades not to mention general maintenance, Areawide Automotive has always fit us in quickly, been reasonably priced, very honest on what needs to be done and they are more like family than just our mechanics. It's very hard to find someone like Dave to help you in the time of need. Thanks from Joyce"
Joyce O., 2010
★★★★★
"I have been going to Areawide Automotive for quite some time Dave has taken care of my car almost immediately in times when I was in desperate need of repairs. He does a great job and his prices are fair. He explains in detail everything that needed to be done. Thanks Dave, from D. Potenz"
Dorothy P., 2010
★★★★★
"Dave has been amazing in his work ethics and dependable in his dedication and reliability to his customers. He stands behind all the work that he has done in his shop and guarantees all his work. His prices are very reasonable and service is excellent. When someone tells me that they have a car problem I always recommend Areawide Automotive. Thanks from J. Olech"
J. Olech, 2010
★★★★★
"I own a 1997 Chevy Silverado. I had it towed to a mechanic who told me I needed a new engine. In distress, I called my brother (former mechanic) who recommended I call Dave at Areawide Automotive. I had the truck towed to Areawide. It was an $85 dollar fix! That was years ago. The truck is still running and has 267,000 miles on it. It runs like a top. I use Areawide Automotive for all my vehicle needs. I would highly recommend them. They saved me $3,000 dollars, need I say more?"
Sharon N., 2010
★★★★★
"After discovering that it was just a cable to the starter that needed replacing rather than the whole starter, the bill was much less than originally quoted. Not too many mechanics would be so honest."
Kelly H., 2010
★★★★★
"My belt was squealing and Dave took the time to find out if it was just the belt and or another problem. It was repaired in just half an hour. Great service and very clean shop! I now know where to go for all my auto repair needs!!"
A Local Yahoo User, 2010
★★★★★
"Areawide Automotive is a shop you can definately trust. We have had multiple repairs done on our vehicles, and the work is always top notch. Dave in particular is very friendly, and extremely knowledgable in what is wrong with a vehicle and how to fix it properly. We just had a vehicle towed over to him for what we thought might be an expensive transmission repair. Dave found the actual (unrelated) problem, and it turned out to be very inexpensive. Thank you Dave!"
Eric K., 2009
★★★★★
"I just moved into the area and my car would not start. My neighbor recommended I call Areawide Automotive because that is where they have their vehicles serviced. I called and they towed my car in right away. Within a couple of hours, Dave the owner called to say the only problem was a loose cable. My husband was out of town so Dave sent someone to pick me up. I went to pay the bill and Dave said the only charge was for the tow. For the first time ever I felt I was not ripped off or taken advantage of. My husband travels a lot and it is a comfort to know that as a woman I now have an auto repair shop that I can trust and they will be there to help if I need it. Thanks for the peace of mind."
Nancy M., 2009
★★★★★
"After many repair shops quotes for a rebuilt transmission and coolant leak, I ran across Dave and his guys. While everyone else told me they would throw a rebuilt transmission in, Dave and his crew rebuilt ours by hand, top to bottom for the same price everyone else quoted (and we knew what we were getting). What is more, the coolant leak was diagnosed by others as a water pump, which turned out to be a much more serious problem. Again, Dave and his crew diagnosed it correctly and completed the repair under budget. All I can say is you get what you pay for! Messing with transmission repairs to save a few bucks - not wise! The car is like new and our family can not thank Areawide enough!! Now go see Dave and get your car fixed! Tell em' Tom sent you!!!!!!"
Tom B., 2009
★★★★★
"After having my car at 2 other mechanics and spending $1800, my car still wouldn't start. I brought it to Dave at Areawide and he had it diagnosed within 15 minutes and we went ahead with the repairs. My car has been running fine ever since and it didn't cost us anywhere near the prices of the other places we brought it to and we now have had it finally done right. Dave, we will be back and will recommend you to everyone we know!"
"happy", 2009
★★★★★
"Areawide Automotive does excellent work and they stand behind it too. We have been going to Areawide for many years for maintenance and repairs, and will also continue to."
Randy L., 2008
★★★★★
"After getting a massive quote from another repair place, I found Areawide Automotive. Well it worked out great, even though we were very late, Dave didn't care. He took the car in and said that the other place was wrong. In fact he saved me hundreds of dollars in useless repairs. Dave was very nice, and I will be going back to him for any of my future repairs. Very highly recommended."
Cindy C., 2008
★★★★★
"I think I have finally found a place that I am comfortable bringing my car to. As you all know finding an honest mechanic is hard. Look no further. I got estimates from 2 other places and they were both higher than Areawide. Reasonably priced and honest. I don't think I'll be taking my car anywhere else."
A Local Yahoo User, 2007
★★★★★
"I called around 10 different automotive shops in the area and Dave gave the lowest estimate out of all of them. Not only was the price reasonable he was very understanding of how my car is old and I didn't want things done to it that weren't necessary. Service was excellent, I wouldn't go anywhere else."
Yinlan C., 2007
★★★★★
"I recently brought my company vehicle in for service on my transmission and brakes. I felt they were very fair and straight forward. When comparing to my experiences elsewhere, I am more than satisfied and I would highly recommend them to others."
A Local Yahoo User, 2006
★★★★★
"Areawide has provided honest, accurate, and competitive service for our family numerous times for many years now."
A Local Yahoo User, 2006
★★★★★
"Got tired of the Dealers BS, and other shops who don't know what they're doing. Dave and Josh at Areawide are AWESOME!! Had my car fixed earlier than quoted. I had a problem that nobody could seem to diagnose. They found the problem, and had it fixed the same day. Thanks guys!"
Yinlan C., 2007
★★★★★
"It is so nice to finally find an honest mechanic. My past experiences have taught me that when you find a mechanic you can trust, stick with them. I have found that with Areawide Automotive. I have already referred friends and family there, and I can say we are all customers for life. Thank you Areawide."
A Local Yahoo User, 2006
★★★★★
"I had gotten 2 estimates before taking my car to Areawide. They were better priced, faster, and more professional than other shops. Nice to see two guys who care about their customers."
