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Midas
2298 N Atherton St, State College, PA 16803, United States
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Mu
Review №1

I got a quote on the phone about labor cost if I bring my own part. Once the job is done they charge me extra $40 because I bring my own part!!!. Be aware of the price. But they did a great job.

Vi
Review №2

Ive been going to them for 4 years and they have been great. They are not the cheapest in town but they get what needs to be done. They dont try to sell you on other things or over charge you like at other places.

Ch
Review №3

Fantastic mechanics and service, best shop in town blows monro completely outta water

Yu
Review №4

I went for the state inspection. Everything was smooth and handled professionally.

Tr
Review №5

Best shop in town wrenches down ..and no boomerang bays when it leaves it doesnt come right back great techs and awesome counter guy...and go above and beyond for what your charged....

Ev
Review №6

After last oil change, only few days ago, I found oil leak. Why? Just because Midas worker doesnt put gasket of oil filter on the dedicated place. Thanks Midas, good work

Ra
Review №7

Had an emergency tire repair 20mins before closing and they got me in and took care of the problem all in time for closing for a reasonable price... Will definitely be a repeat customer here!

Zh
Review №8

Midas is our go-to place for oil change and inspection. They always did a thorough inspection, and communicated well on the necessary repairs and available options. They usually got all the repairs done within a day or two. The service reports were always detailed and clear. The charge was reasonable and sometimes lower than our expectations. We highly recommend Midas!

Be
Review №9

Brought in my car for an inspection and oil change and they provided great service. Im new to the PA area so wasnt sure how inspection/registration worked, but they were good to explain it to me.

Pa
Review №10

These guys were great. I brought my mustang in the day before my wedding with a brake caliper that fell right off the wheel and said I needed the car fixed before the wedding and they not only got it done but worked to finish it early so I didnt have to worry about it on my wedding day. Definitely would bring my car back in there for future work.

Mi
Review №11

Love these guys. Matt, Lenny, Travis, Like and the rest of the crew. They do excellent work. Prices what youd expect.

Ga
Review №12

Techs were very knowledgeable and kind. Absolutely recommend!

Kr
Review №13

Very busy but helpful...

Jo
Review №14

Excellent service for a very competitive price.

Di
Review №15

Very friendly and helpful people.

Su
Review №16

They are very honest. They will never ask you to get parts repaired/replaced without proper reason. Value for money. I was so happy with their service, I wanted to tip some money, but they didnt take that.

Mi
Review №17

This was a last minute appt, I was gracious that they scheduled me in. He didnt know that I live 30 minutes away. I thanked him!

Ci
Review №18

This particular Midas location has always been wonderful for me. They are friendly, have a nice waiting area with a TV. They are reasonably priced for the services they provide. I trust them. In particular I like a mechanic named Luke. I always ask for him to work on my car. I value his opinion. If something needs to be repaired I am always provided an estimate first.

Te
Review №19

Im giving it 5 stars because the bosss of this place are really cool people theyre friendly and love to joke around

Dy
Review №20

This place is awesome! Had an issue with my car and the warranty to get it fixed belongs in a place 2.5 hours away from state college. I wanted to figure out what that issue was and walked into Midas without an appointment and explained my situation. Without hesitation, they drove the car, lifted it, and even took apart the wheel of the car to figure it out. And it was all free of charge!!! These guys are very hospitable and I will certainly go to them in the future.

Me
Review №21

All of the employees were so nice and helpful. They went above and beyond!

Ed
Review №22

This shop is great. The customers service is the best and prices are reasonable. They will not go looking for ways to get you to pay more but will do the job asked for and treat you with great professional service. I have been doing business here for a while now and will continue to do.

Ca
Review №23

Wish I could give them more stars. The employees here are amazing and treat you like family. Ive been coming here for years and recommend them to everyone :)

xi
Review №24

Im afraid its more expensive before my arriving there,but Its not!I think its the best choose for me, and maybe the same to you!Try to come here first, before be hurt by other places.

Dr
Review №25

They got me in right away this morning, fixed the problem when others have said it was not fixable or wanted to charge an arm and a leg. The price was also fair. I would definitely have work done there again.

mt
Review №26

I was at State College in the past few years and I wholeheartedly recommend them. They served my car very well each time. More importantly, they are truly honest people. They are the best mechanics at State College. I relocated to another state last year, and I now realize these Midas people at State College are even way more better than any mechanics here at my new place ...

Dr
Review №27

Top Notch..they keep you informed and they worked so hard for over a week to repair the damage done at another shop...THEY HAVE MY BUSINESS

Da
Review №28

This is the best shop in State College for minor repairs. They seem to be honest and do only the needed work and will recommend other things if questionable but leave choice to customer. They will show you any worn parts so you can see for yourself. Labor is reasonable, but parts mark up seems fairly high. I use them for mounting new tires when I buy them on line, and have had minor brake and strut work done here.

Na
Review №29

Fair and friendly. Third place I have tried in town and definitely my first choice since I found them. They can get busy so plan ahead to make an appointment; a good sign for a mechanic!Theyve done inspections for me with no problems.Ive had them install tires bought on TireRack. Had no slow-leaks for the entire life of the tires! I have never had that happen... even when going to tire shops with these same rims. Really pleased with these guys.

Na
Review №30

Great experience with Midas! They were polite and clear about everything, and told me my options for getting my brakes fixed and an accurate quote for what it would cost. I decided to have them put new brakes on, and Cody told me it would take about one hour. It was finished in one hour on the dot. Best no nonsense experience Ive had getting my car repaired in a long time. Highly recommend these guys, and it is easy to sit and get work done in their waiting area (+ free Wifi) if you decide to wait while they fix it.

Li
Review №31

Took my car in for inspection, but do to circumstances out of their control they knew they wouldnt be able to pass it right off the bat and gave me some recommendations for other garages nearby instead. Really appreciate the honesty when they could have easily charged me for the whole ordeal.

Ma
Review №32

After last oil change, engine was broken. No oil. Replace engine, 2500$. Good work, Midas. Really appreciate.

Me
Review №33

Great and quick service. Online scheduling is really easy. Decently priced with friendly and helpful staff.

Ch
Review №34

Ive been going to State College Midas for over 2 years now and never had a problem. Service is excellent, appointments are reliable, and estimates are right on. The guys are very good about explaining what needs to be done and why. They will recommend other good places for work that they dont do and will give you estimates to shop around if you want. If youre looking for honest, reliable work on your car in State College, this is the place.

JU
Review №35

Kaleb and Matt are the best. In fact if I have any problems with my life or relationships, Ill go to them as well. They handled my sons car and my frustration in a calm, friendly manner. Even when they couldnt fix the problem, they helped me figure out how to get help for the car, explaining what I should do. Building relationships and running a business are what matters at this Midas. I highly recommend them for your car needs.

Ro
Review №36

I went to Midas because of the good reviews and I was not disappointed. Mechanics were very comprehensive in their explanation of what needed to be done and why. The price was fair and the service was done timely.Not that easy to find a place like this, specially in State College where all business are trying to take their share on the money that the kids who can afford paying to study at the local University brings to town.

Ga
Review №37

When I bought my first car, I was told not to go to national franchises for repairs for fear of being overcharged or repairs underperformed. This is not the case with the State College Midas! After a family-run business tried to sell me on parts and labor that (very obviously) did not need to be repaired (it was a steel rod that they said wasnt remotely broken but THEY might break, and I would have to pay an extra $500 for up front, when they replaced the suspension....) I went for a second opinion at Midas. Not only did they take me in last minute, but they gave me piece of mind that they were not taking advantage of me by walking me through the failing suspension and repair process, pointing out to me personally what went wrong and what they could do to fix it. I have brought my car back for oil changes and other minor repairs and am always happy with the service and price!

Al
Review №38

Had an appointment for 8 am to have tires put on and an alignment we dropped off the night before because we live about an hour away. My husband called at 12 and they said oh should be done at 2. Called us at one to say they couldnt figure out which tire sensor was bad. We get there at about 3 where they now inform us the tie rod end is bad but they did an alignment anyways! Once you have a tie rod end put in you need an alignment!!!! Im not happy at all.

De
Review №39

Very friendly service from. Tire change and alignment services were quick and cheap for me although it was a busy day.

Er
Review №40

The service here is great and their online portal makes it easy to schedule without the need for calling.

St
Review №41

Always trustworthy, efficient, and they are hands down the all-around best mechanics in State College (and probably beyond). I have lived here for two years and I bring all of my vehicles to them for everything. I even brought a vehicle I was thinking about purchasing in for a pre-sale inspection and they caught a bunch of issues that I would have been dealing with for a long time. Always a reasonable price. Great place.

St
Review №42

Been going there for the past few years. Had them balance tires, do alignment, replace a shock coil, and replace a few other minor things. Always had a good experiences. They are fairly fast at getting stuff fixed and their prices are very reasonable. Also they are very willing to work with you and explain / show you what the problem is.

Pe
Review №43

Very courteous staff. Will listen to your concerns. I took my vehicle there one day because on my way home it started making a noise. Joe took it for a test drive and then put on the lift. He said, it was safe to drive. We scheduled an appointment to fix a shield underneath the car. I take it there for oil changes, tire rotation, etc. Whatever it needs I take it there.

Ru
Review №44

I spent only 20 dollars to get my flat tire fixed. How can one be better than this?

Pe
Review №45

Most trustworthy shop Ive found in State College. Their prices are reasonable and I never feel like Im being upsold. They always get my car in to the shop in a reasonable amount of time, and get me back on the road quickly.

Jo
Review №46

Best autoshop ever!Pro skill, personal service.

Co
Review №47

As someone who knows Some But Not Everything about cars, I can say for sure that theyve never offered repairs I didnt need, and theyre great about walking folks through the repairs that they do. I really appreciate how frank they are!

Co
Review №48

My first experience with this garage - this place doesnt mess around. Great service, very convenient appointment scheduling, and a straightforwardness that is commendable. I cant comment on how the prices compare. That being said, I believe that cost is just one factor in choosing a garage. I have had some terrible experiences locally in the past and was leery of using a State College garage again, but I needed this work done in a hurry and didnt have any out-of-town options.That being said, I wish I would have been taking my car here to get work done/serviced since Ive lived here - I will be from now on!

yu
Review №49

Midas has the best service! After being disappointed at some other places, I have been coming here for over a year now and the guys at Midas never let me down. The service is quick and they have FREE inspection if you run over a tree trunk and are not sure if there is any damage. Will come back again. You need to book your appointment early especially during holiday season because they are always busy! That is probably a good sign that other people love this place too!

Co
Review №50

They did a courtesy check the mechanic broke my rims and told me nothing was wrong with my vehicle well i had a bad transmission leak and i needed ball joints but management is nice and said they would handle it but its been a month and Im still waiting for my rim repairs

Ja
Review №51

I have had nothing but great service from the people here. My car was making horrific noises, and after inspecting it, my mechanic (Joe, I think) took me out and showed me exactly what was going on with it. I have never had a mechanic actually point something out on my car, and this was awesome, because I dont know much about cars. They also told my husband that they would be fine with us purchasing our own parts for them to replace. Thank you all so much for great service!

Ki
Review №52

This was the worst experience I’ve ever had with any auto shop. Went in to have a simple changing of winter to summer tires, and they punctured all four of our tires. Do not recommend. Extremely unprofessional and rude. Luckily we went to Tire Town and they were so helpful! Midas is full of incompetent people.

we
Review №53

A very good place for car repair, check and maintenance . people are nice and professional. but here i will not give 5 stars, because the parts are much more expensive than which you order yourself. if you need to replace any parts, just order yourself, it will save you hundreds bucks.

Th
Review №54

They gave me a free estimate on exhaust repairs. Even though I ended up taking my car back to my home mechanic for various reasons, they were courteous and helpful in the whole process.

Re
Review №55

Might be good for small things like tires, oil changes, inspections.Recently they pulled some real scam artist stuff on me though.Brought in a vehicle for a front end alignment, the technician called me later that day and claimed that the vehicle needed replacement of worn front end suspension components, estimated at ~600$. He refused to do the alignment without replacing the parts.This vehicle had been inspected only weeks before and so obviously didnt require any work other than the alignment. I went to another shop in the area who did the alignment same day and confirmed my suspicion that there was really nothing wrong.Wont be going back to this place.

Ch
Review №56

Not the cheapest in town, but worth the extra expense because they are honest. They are my regular mechanics and I am happy with them. They are good about referrals to other good mechanics when I have presented them with a problem the required work more involved than what they prefer to handle.

Ha
Review №57

Always always incredibly kind and accommodating with very reasonable pricing!

Wi
Review №58

Honest people and good service at a fair price

Xi
Review №59

I always do my car maintenance at this place. They have great service with reasonable price. Their technicians are very reliable.

Al
Review №60

I love this shop. I feel that they are honest and get the job done right the first time. I am very trusting of this shop.

체리
Review №61

Price is reasonable, everyone in this place is super nice and kind. they def how to fix cars. highly recommend.

Ma
Review №62

Great place to go. I had some aluminum shielding starting to scrape on the road, 5 minutes in and out with great service.

no
Review №63

Had a problem with the heat shield on the bottom of my car. It was rattling pretty bad and wouldnt stop, so my fiance took it to Midas. We didnt have to wait, the mechanics fixed my car right up and didnt even charge because my fiance is a veteran. It was so kind of them! And my car doesnt rattle! :) I wont go anywhere else for car troubles as long as I live in State College. I recommend Midas to everyone!

Le
Review №64

Very good service. Highly recommend.

M
Review №65

Honest, straightforward and good service.

Da
Review №66

Competent mechanical and office staff, impeccable courtesy, fair pricing for labor.

Ad
Review №67

I brought my car in for an inspection, they told me I needed new break parts but when I took it to another garage for a second opinion they couldnt even get the parts off b/c they were rusted shut. Point is, Midas never even checked. Dont trust them.

Mi
Review №68

Honest and very nice people. new to the area so I dont know any trust worthy places to go but saw the high reviews and I know why. my 2010 Honda crv ac went out and they originally said they were going to charge $40 for the check which is fine considering Hondas $100. they called and said my lines didnt have any coolant at all which I gladly wanted to let them do it but they could not because of a cracked compressor. they called me and told me to come to check it out for myself and he was right. he did not want to fix it because someone else did replace my compressor a year ago and he did not know what was done and this was not a full service shop so he did not want to touch it. love that the info he gave was honest. also I did not get charged for the check even though I double check. highly recommended place.

Ha
Review №69

Matt has always treated me fairly and Ive never had a problem.

bo
Review №70

Ive taken my cars to state college Midas for 10 plus years always quality service and repairs!!

Da
Review №71

Ive gone here several times in the two years Ive lived in State College, and always had a great experience. The people who work here are respectful and honest. Theyve declined to do unnecessary work in the past that they couldve charged me for, and have thrown in some courtesy work on big jobs that they didnt have to do, which I take as indications of good business practices. Ive gone to a few other shops and had exhausting experiences of staying on my guard with billing and work authorization (Walks was particularly this way). I go to this Midas when I want to just say hey, look at this and tell me if its a problem and what really needs to be done because I think theyll give me a straight answer.I dont have any affiliation (professional or personal) with Midas or its employees. I just recently had a brake job on my Jeep; Ive have routine maintenance, state inspections, and small mechanical work in the past.

Wi
Review №72

Very Honest. No unneeded work. Good people. Very helpful.

Ji
Review №73

Ive been to this place for a couple of times for state inspection, oil change etc. The service was not bad, but the problem is they keep people waiting, even when you have an appointment. I dont understand how come the state inspection could take one hour and a half?

Ro
Review №74

Got my tire patched here. Quick and Great service!

Sh
Review №75

I brought in a flat tire with no appointment before a big trip and they squeezed me in. At the end of the day they put the tire back on, put the spare and tools back where they belonged and only charged $21! Good people here!

ra
Review №76

The mechanics are knowledgable and costs wont break the bank,also offer free estimates

Ch
Review №77

I highly recommend using Midas in State College, PA for routine vehicle maintenance because they are knowledgeable, trustworthy and efficient.

Ma
Review №78

These guys are legit. Ive taken two different vehicles to their shop. The first vehicle was an 03 Celica that we took in after taking to a competitor for inspection. The competitor told us that it needed new brakes and rotors, but the quote they gave us was ridiculous. The implication was that it wouldnt pass inspection without the brakes and rotors. But when we picked the car up, we had found that it had actually passed, and they were just trying to milk us! Very sneaky. Anyway, I took it to Midas for a second opinion. Their quote was $200 less than the first competitor that we took it to, and since the brakes were running low, we had it done. They had it finished in a day, and the brakes are working great so far.The second vehicle I took in was a 1994 Camry for an inspection. I dropped it off without scheduling an appointment, but they still inspected it the very next day. Unfortunately, it didnt pass because the reverse lights werent working. They told me I probably needed a new neutral safety switch. But get this: They suggested that I could probably get it cheaper elsewhere rather than through them ($300) and bring it in to install. What!? An auto mechanic that tells you that you can get a part cheaper somewhere else!? I looked online and, sure enough, I found the part for half that price. They have definitely earned my trust, and made me feel like they werent out to milk my wallet. Ive taken my vehicles to just about every other shop in town, but none of them have come close to the value that I get from State College Midas. Thanks guys!

Ma
Review №79

Awesome as always

Ch
Review №80

Honest group of guys, who are knowledgeable and do good quality work for a fair price.

R.
Review №81

Probably the best garage in State College. I have tried many and none have come close.

V
Review №82

Terrible service, they will not fix their mistakes. Save your self some headache and try another shop.

Ch
Review №83

I have been going to Midas for at least 3 years now. They have always had great work with reasonable pricing, and if they dont have it, they will recommend other dealers who have reasonable prices.

Gh
Review №84

Respectful staff, reasonable prices, and good work.

Ju
Review №85

Im giving one star because the guy in the front desk is so unprofessional, and even rude in some sense. I walked in at the appointed time, told him I had an appointment, and left my key on the desk in front of him. He said OK from his nose, without even bothering to move his eye from the computer screen. Then he kept staring on his computer screen, leaving me standing there for more than five minutes until I asked what I was supposed to do next. He was so unprofessional during the whole process. Hated his rudeness and ignorance.

Br
Review №86

The muffler fell off my Nissan pickup a couple days ago. I was anticipating a big hassle with getting repairs to my exhaust system made, including ordering parts or an over-night stay in the shop.I called Midas and was able to bring my truck right in. Id been ready to replace the whole system, but they called after an hour to tell me that it wouldnt be necessary to replace the catalytic converter, even though Id already authorised it. That saved me about $200.They had a lifetime-warrantied muffler and tailpipe in stock, and were able to install it in about two hours, all said and done. I left the truck, went for a long walk, and came back to find it all finished. I couldnt be happier. The guys were friendly and kept in touch by phone to authorise the repairs and let me know when it was finished.Ill certainly be going back there for other services very soon.

JE
Review №87

Very straightforward and upfront when explaining the repairs, with prompt service. Thank you!

Ch
Review №88

Nice service

Du
Review №89

Safe and fast good customer service

So
Review №90

Always helpful and trustworthy

Sa
Review №91

Good service, friendly staff

Cy
Review №92

Don’t make an “appointment” for anything earlier than 8AM. I had an appointment at 7:30AM and waited at the door until 7:40AM. They didn’t begin working on my vehicle until 8AM because they were chatting about their night last night.This town kills me with poor customer service and Midas just topped it all off this morning.

Il
Review №93

I didnt have any problems with the costumer service and the price was cheap

St
Review №94

Midas has never done a bad or slow job for me at this location and has helped solve a few car problems I couldnt figure out on my own.

Hu
Review №95

I think Midas is professional, I have made my car inspection and oil changed here, they did well and gave me some advises for my car.Thanks!

Ph
Review №96

Fast & very professional!

JJ
Review №97

Quick Polite Service!

Do
Review №98

We had a air conditioner problem and the mechanics fixed it right away without charge!

Me
Review №99

It used about three hours for oil change.

Ju
Review №100

Great, fast oil change service. Would recommend.

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  • Address:2298 N Atherton St, State College, PA 16803, United States
  • Site:https://midas.com/statecollege/store.aspx?shopnum=6659&dmanum=432001#utm_source=google&utm_medium=gmb
  • Phone:+1 814-689-9976
Categories
  • Auto repair shop
  • Brake shop
  • Muffler shop
  • Oil change service
  • Tire shop
Working hours
  • Monday:7:30am–6pm
  • Tuesday:7:30am–6pm
  • Wednesday:7:30am–6pm
  • Thursday:8am–4pm
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:7:30am–6pm
  • Sunday:7:30am–6pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
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