East Street Auto Center

Reviews

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  Joe S
a year ago
I've been really remiss in not submitting a review sooner as I have been taking my cars to Mr. Shin since he first bought the Citgo Gas station. That has to be at least 10 years. During that time I have never been disappointed in his work, nor have I ever suspected that he might be trying to sell me something that I really didn't need. I bought my first car in 1966 and I've encountered many auto mechanics of varying skill level and, sorry to say, honesty. I put Mr Shin at the top in both categories and I've never heard anyone personally complain about him or his work.

  Teara Battle
a year ago
I've used Mr.Shin for about 2 years. I had been searching for a reasonable and honest mechanic since my old mechanic retired. I've tried a couple mechanics who either ruined my vehicles, overpriced or simply dishonest because I'm a woman. But finding this shop has truly been a blessing for me. I wish I found it sooner, but I'm grateful for the service I've had and will continue to use this shop until he retires...

  Benjamin Dadzie
11 months ago
Mr Shin is the ultimate professional. Very reasonably priced and an absolute professional as well as care person. I'm yet to meet another mechanic who csm hold a torch to Mr. Shin. Kudos sir!

  Jose Ochoa
10 months ago
Came to fix a leak on the transmission cooler. First he charged me and said the rubber lines were the issue. Took the car home then noticed it was not fixed. Brought it back and then chin said it was the metal lines that were leaking and charged me again. The car still leaking and now he says it's the radiator leaking. Refused to fix correctly or return my money back.

  Seongho Choi
a year ago
I've took my car at a dealer and a local repair shop run by an American so far.They charged the price ridiculously high.I took another broken car from the same part I repaired five years ago and left it here,but it was repaired for less than half the price.mr. shin seems to be a very honest and reliable person.Services: Auto A/C recharge, Auto brake repair, Tire rotations, A/C installation & repair, Wiper blade installation, Auto brake replacement, Oil change

  Tommy Lim
2 years ago
Mr. Shin is a family friend of a family friend. Lol. He is honest and works with you. Not too many honest mechanics but his revolving business is based off of his honest and professional service.Give him a shot! Plus his labor rates are more fair than on the high end.Services: Air & cabin filter replacement, Tires, Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnostic, Wheel alignment, Brakes, Battery, Oil change

  A Daniel
7 months ago
Mr Shin offers honest insight and repairs at a fair price. We are so thankful to have him in our community!

  Wm. Jordan Dent
4 years ago
Just take a look when you drive past and you will understand why this is one of Frederick's best kept secrets. It's not fancy on the outside, but they are servicing everything from very high-end, to low-end autos. Highly trustworthy with ANY car, and I have taken many here over the years from across the spectrum.Service has always been top quality and pricing is exceptionally fair. Mr. Shin, the owner and lead mechanic, is VERY knowledgeable and easy to work with. This is not your franchised mechanic shop. It's a small family owned business which has served Frederick for 15+ years. They were formerly known as "East Street Citgo", but let go of gas sales (~2015) to better focus on auto service, which was always their core business.Again, high quality service and very fair pricing. Definitely worth going to.

  Danyal Ahmed
3 years ago
Shin has taken care of my Subaru since I first bought it almost a decade ago. He has never once upsold us or charged an unfair price for an unnecessary repair. After selling my car, a different inspection place told us it would be $3000 to get my car ready for inspection. Shin took a look and told us half of the list they gave us was bs, and that he could get it ready to pass for less than $200. Friendliest, kindest mechanic I know, cannot recommend enough.Services: Transmission, Steering & suspension repair, Auto engine tuning, Wheel alignment

  C Kaiser
3 years ago
If I could give East Street Auto Center 10 stars, I would. Mr. Shin has been our trusted mechanic for years, and now everyone in our family takes they're vehicles to Mr. Shin because he is honorable and dependable. Trust is very important and we would not trust our vehicles to anyone else.

  Glo R
6 years ago
I never write reviews but I have to for this auto shop. I have been going to this mechanic for years (back when it was East Street Citgo) and have sent my friends and family to him as well. He is EXTREMELY honest and very skilled. This is a rare combination to find in a mechanic. I have now moved and hour away from Frederick but we still bring our cars to him if we have major problems/issues because I wouldn't trust anyone else. He is excellent!

  Ankrah Kusi
6 months ago
The owner is very rude. I asked for an estimate before proceeding. Now he s quoting something different after the work was done.Service: Auto body & trim repairService: Auto body & trim repair

  Joana Bragg
4 years ago
This place is terrific! Not fancy which I m sure turns some people off but fairly priced, honest & on time. Chin has never suggested unnecessary work or tried to up sell. We ve discovered this gem on a friends recommendation & have been going here for at least 5yrs & have brought 4 different cars for him to work on. Even tho we don t live close by whenever our cars need service or major repairs we come here.

  Jacob Mueller
6 years ago
Most fair and honest mechanic I've ever dealt with. The guy below complaining about the guy on the phone doesn't realize its because he takes the time to make sure every customer feels important. One time the owner recognized my wife walking to pick up her car from there after getting some work done, he stopped and gave her a ride to the garage.

  John Razi
a year ago
Recommend most highly ! First-Class....in every way !!! Mr Shin, owner ,Always excellent ! Fantastic mechanics! 8Most highly recommend. Perfect integrity, top-level work, absolutely fair-prices. Best leadership !!!!Services: Electrical repair, Air & cabin filter replacement, Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Electrical, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto engine tuning, Body & Trim, Engine repair, Wheel alignment, Brakes, A/C installation & repair, Air conditioning, BatteryServices: Electrical repair, Air & cabin filter replacement, Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Electrical, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto engine tuning, Body & Trim, Engine repair, Wheel alignment, Brakes, A/C installation & repair, Air conditioning, Battery

  Toni Mensching
5 years ago
Took my truck here for a state inspection in 2014. The inspection technician said three of my lights were out (license plate light, rear parking light, and front fog light) He also said my front shocks were not up to spec because the rebound from a 250 lb man sitting on the front bumper had to many up/down travels. The shocks were factory Toyota and less than 4 years old. They said it would cost me $400 to do the repairs. My father who is a mechanic had recently given me the truck as it used to be his. I knew the truck was in tip top condition. I told them to return the keys to me and I'll take my truck elsewhere. Upon looking at the lights they said were out, I saw the technician had UNPLUGGED THEM. This inspection technician is a crook. Do not take your vehicle here for an inspection if the inspections are still done by the 2014 technician.

  Priscilla Cash
5 years ago
I had to give a star to right my review!!! THIS PLACE GETS NO STARS!! DO NOT GO TO THIS PLACE. He replaced my alternator in June and had have it replaced again in August. Now im finding out he didnt put my kar back together which is causing biggers problems.

  Virginia Librand Wagner
3 years ago
Mr.Shin is so accommodating with my car needs and maintenance. An awesome newly grandfather to his beautiful cute granddaughter as well.

  Lisa Dennison
a year ago
Stopped by to see if they could add two bolts to my license plate so it doesn t get banged up in the car wash and they were able to do it on the spot no questions asked .excellent customer service!!!!Service: Oil changeService: Oil change

  jeff everitt73
a year ago
best auto body mechanic in frederick county and have very reasonable prices and that's why when my car needs an oil change or to be worked on I go to Mr. shin

  David George Ben-Avraham
a year ago
This shop was recommended to me and did not disappoint, with prompt and professional service at reasonable price.

  Kitty Johnson
4 years ago
I have been taking my car here for years. Utterly honest and above board in addition to being very competent.

  Jamsheed Azadi
2 years ago
I am going Mr shin since I moved toFrederick MD and I am very happy with his serviceServices: Exhaust, Auto engine diagnostic, Wheel alignment, Battery, Oil changeServices: Exhaust, Auto engine diagnostic, Wheel alignment, Battery, Oil change

  Jessica Bransome
4 years ago
Mr.Chin is a very fair honest mechanic. I would recommend him to my grandmother.

  Tonya Ahalt
a year ago
Very friendly, well knowledgeable, courteous, and very thorough.

  Dan Burke
6 years ago
Poor first impression. Walked in to get state inspection, and walked right out. Guy at counter was chatting on phone and ignored me and another customer who were waiting for assistance.

  Britt
a year ago
Good service. Affordable. Honest mechanicServices: General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnosticServices: General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnostic

  Bruce DeGrange
a year ago
Good service at a fair price.

  Eddie Mayhew
5 years ago
Mr. Chin is very eager to please, very good work...

  Yosef B Judah
4 years ago
They do very good work.