Foreign Aid Inc.
4.8 (85)
207 Bellevue Ave, Upper Montclair, NJ 07043
(973) 746-1010
foreignaidautoinc.com
Claimed
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Offerings
- Oil change
Amenities
- Mechanic
Planning
- Appointments recommended
Payments
- Debit cards
Reviews
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Rachel Blake
2 months ago
Kirk is THAT GUY. My car wasn t passing inspection because of incorrect computer reads - my check engine light was on and my abs was getting triggered while driving. BMW of Bloomfield said to fix the issue I d need to replace the right front axle - for $2K !!!I found Foreign Aid from the DMV website - and got my car all fixed up and inspected for under a grand. I really cannot recommend this auto body enough!
Griffinh1
2 months ago
Awesome place to get service done on your car. I brought in my Mercedes and they were able to get it serviced within 5 hours and for a great price. They were very helpful and are a great team.Go to them for everything!
Edward Solecki
7 months ago
My wife and I have been bringing our cars to Foreign Aid since the 1980s. We're loyal and satisfied customers. We know that whatever problem we're having with our car, they'll identify it, fix it, and charge us a fair price for the work. Our confidence in their expertise and honesty has never wavered over these past 40+ years. The current owner is carrying on that tradition of high quality work. It's one service we never have to worry about.
Corinne Connor
4 months ago
Have used Foreign Aid for over 20 yrs now. Wouldn't trust my car to anyone else. Friendly, professional and very reliable.
lezle stein
6 months ago
I was very grateful Foreign Aid took care of me, the same day I called them. They got my car running again quickly. Very professional. They're my new mechanics!
Corinne Connor
2 weeks ago
I've trusted Foreign Aid with my cars for over 20 years now. Simple the best in the business.
Tom D.
11 months ago
I've been taking my cars for service to Foreign Aid for over 20 years. I'm always confident that the repairs will be done right the first time. Excellent staff, very courteous and professional.Services: Electrical repair, Air & cabin filter replacement, General repairs & maintenance, Electrical, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto brake repair, Tire rotations, Vehicle Inspection, Brakes, Auto battery maintenance, Auto tire replacement, Vehicle safety inspection, Wiper blade installation, Auto maintenance, Auto brake replacement, Oil changeServices: Electrical repair, Air & cabin filter replacement, General repairs & maintenance, Electrical, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto brake repair, Tire rotations, Vehicle Inspection, Brakes, Auto battery maintenance, Auto tire replacement, Vehicle safety inspection, Wiper blade installation, Auto maintenance, Auto brake replacement, Oil change
Frances R. Irizarry
7 months ago
Very professional & prompt in getting the work done. Explains in detail what needs to be done. Treats female customers with respect. I highly recommend Foreign Aid Inc. for your car.Service: General repairs & maintenanceService: General repairs & maintenance
Margot Dockrell
a year ago
Foreign Aid is a wonderful automotive repair shop. Kirk, the owner, is a master diagnostician and guide to all four wheeled vehicles. He has both sold and bought cars for my family, and has many times guided me to the sensible, thrifty solution. I would still go there if they were closer. As it is I am now merely a fan.
Grace Sullivan
a year ago
I cannot say enough positive things about Foreign Aid. I have been bringing my car there for several years and have been extremely happy with their service. Kirk is HONEST and to me, this is the most important characteristic. I also bought a car from them (first time I have ever bought a used car) and they made the process simple!Services: Auto engine tuning, Wheel alignment, Brakes, Oil change
K P
a year ago
I have been a Foreign Aid customer for more than 20 years. It is nice to be able to trust an automotive repair agency staff. If they tell me I need something I know I really need it and they aren't just trying to get my money. I trust them to take care of my car and keep me safe.Service: Transmission replacementService: Transmission replacement
Susan Johnson
a year ago
We have gone to Foreign Aid for over 25 years. They take great care of all of our cars and their prices are very reasonable. Drop off and pick up are very easy. And they absolutely stand behind all their work.Services: Transmission, Air & cabin filter replacement, Exhaust, Tires, Auto battery replacement, Auto power window repair, Steering & suspension repair, Auto exhaust system repair, General repairs & maintenance, Steering & suspension replacement, Auto A/C recharge, Electrical, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto engine tuning, Auto brake repair, Engine repair, Transmission replacement, Auto exhaust system replacement, Wheel alignment, Transmission repair, Brakes, Auto battery maintenance, Auto tire replacement, Air conditioning, Wiper blade installation, Auto maintenance, Auto brake replacement, Battery, Oil changeServices: Transmission, Air & cabin filter replacement, Exhaust, Tires, Auto battery replacement, Auto power window repair, Steering & suspension repair, Auto exhaust system repair, General repairs & maintenance, Steering & suspension replacement, Auto A/C recharge, Electrical, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto engine tuning, Auto brake repair, Engine repair, Transmission replacement, Auto exhaust system replacement, Wheel alignment, Transmission repair, Brakes, Auto battery maintenance, Auto tire replacement, Air conditioning, Wiper blade installation, Auto maintenance, Auto brake replacement, Battery, Oil change
Paula Pizzi
6 months ago
I highly recommend this repair shop. Kirk will tell you exactly what s going on with your car and is absolutely trustworthy. His fees are reasonable as well.
Robert Babboni
2 weeks ago
Fair, honest, and quality work. They ve been my mechanic for well over 10 years. Highly recommend.Services: Carburetor cleaning, Air & cabin filter replacement, Tires, Auto battery replacement, Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Steering & suspension replacement, Auto A/C recharge, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto engine tuning, Auto brake repair, Tire rotations, Vehicle Inspection, Auto A/C replacement, Auto exhaust system replacement, Wheel alignment, Brakes, Auto battery maintenance, Auto tire replacement, A/C installation & repair, Auto emissions testing, Air conditioning, Vehicle safety inspection, Wiper blade installation, Auto maintenance, Auto brake replacement, Battery, Oil changeServices: Carburetor cleaning, Air & cabin filter replacement, Tires, Auto battery replacement, Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Steering & suspension replacement, Auto A/C recharge, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto engine tuning, Auto brake repair, Tire rotations, Vehicle Inspection, Auto A/C replacement, Auto exhaust system replacement, Wheel alignment, Brakes, Auto battery maintenance, Auto tire replacement, A/C installation & repair, Auto emissions testing, Air conditioning, Vehicle safety inspection, Wiper blade installation, Auto maintenance, Auto brake replacement, Battery, Oil change
Soufiane El Moussi
10 months ago
First time using these guys on a 2012 Panamera. Very helpful staff. Had a oil sensor failure and instead of changing everything, they investigated to find out it was just loose/cut wire and got it done. Will be back.Service: BrakesService: Brakes
robert rosenbaum
7 months ago
Recently Foreign Aid replaced the cabin filter and air filter. They also replaced spark plugs. All is good.The car runs like new(131,000 miles). Highly satisfied. Will return when needed.Services: Transmission, Air & cabin filter replacement, Steering & suspension repair, Auto engine tuning, Brakes, Oil changeServices: Transmission, Air & cabin filter replacement, Steering & suspension repair, Auto engine tuning, Brakes, Oil change
David Greulich
a year ago
Only if somebody maintained my car for free would I give them five stars. That said, I've been going to Kirk for more than a dozen years. His work is always without issue, he stands behind it, he is fair, and he's a good guy.
don morgan
3 months ago
Seemed pricey: $96 to install battery (labor). $40 to replace bulb. $10 "shop fees"
ryan entwistle
a year ago
Was greeted by friendly office staff and could see their smile because they weren't wearing masks, like 99% of the businesses I walk into at this point. Described my issue to them and while I thought it was simple it needed to be left for further work. I understand I am not the expert on this so I cannot tell them what needs to be done. Came back the next day, all repairs were in order. Left feeling very happy and would recommend.
Sean Flynn
11 months ago
Foreign Aid has been our trusted auto servicer for close to a decade. Their service is 100% reliable and trustworthy, and I recommend them to all of my friends.
Jerry Fried
a year ago
Foreign Aid is a truly fair and ethical auto repair shop. They have performed excellently over two decades and I trust them based on the work they have done, advice given, and cars we have bought and sold through them.Service: General repairs & maintenanceService: General repairs & maintenance
Maura Grace Harrington Logue
7 months ago
We have trusted Foreign Aid with our vehicles for more than 20 years, and our experiences there have always been positive.
Verlee Pryb
a year ago
Foreign Aid has been servicing my cars for more than 20 years. Actually only 2 cars in that time, which speaks to their talent! Professional, courteous, friendly, expert service. Five stars.Services: Exhaust, Tires, Auto battery replacement, Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Auto A/C recharge, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto brake repair, Wheel alignment, Brakes, Auto emissions testing, Air conditioning, Vehicle safety inspection, Wiper blade installation, Battery, Oil changeServices: Exhaust, Tires, Auto battery replacement, Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Auto A/C recharge, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto brake repair, Wheel alignment, Brakes, Auto emissions testing, Air conditioning, Vehicle safety inspection, Wiper blade installation, Battery, Oil change
Jennifer Miller
a year ago
Kirk, who owns Foreign Aid, has been our mechanic for over 35 years. They do great work, are always honest and totally trustworthy. I highly recommend Foreign Aid.
A D
3 years ago
So happy I found this place! We purchased a car from here, extremely satisfied with the experience. I brought my 2004 Acura in for some repairs, all fixed right the first time! Very knowledgeable, trustworthy, decently priced, and friendly to boot! I believe this will be a long, happy relationship. Thanks guys!
Michael Krumper
a year ago
Foreign Aid is our trusted mechanic in town, They've been consistently honest, courteous and timely in their services, and they do great work. Can't recommend more highly.Services: Transmission, Tires, Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnostic, Vehicle Inspection, Brakes, Auto battery maintenance, Air conditioning, Battery, Oil changeServices: Transmission, Tires, Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnostic, Vehicle Inspection, Brakes, Auto battery maintenance, Air conditioning, Battery, Oil change
Tanya Coke
a year ago
I bought a used car from Foreign, which they tuned up and inspected. The folks here are honest, diligent and thorough. Highly recommend!Service: Vehicle InspectionService: Vehicle Inspection
Denise Long
a year ago
I was really helped by the team - had my car towed in, they fixed a broken belt and gave me a loaner. Never any problems, always gotten help, all repairs are sound. Not cheap! It is Upper Montclair! But always reliable.Service: Oil changeService: Oil change
Jeff Prior
10 months ago
Have visited Foreign Aid several times for varying reasons. They are clearly experts, they are efficient, friendly and we always leave confident and happy.Services: Tires, General repairs & maintenance, Wheel alignment, Auto maintenanceServices: Tires, General repairs & maintenance, Wheel alignment, Auto maintenance
Victor Esquilin
a year ago
I've been a customer of Foreign Aid for at least 40 years. They are excellent mechanics who keep my cars running and provide good customer service.Services: Auto engine tuning, Brakes, Oil changeServices: Auto engine tuning, Brakes, Oil change