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Honest1 Auto Care
3010 W Gandy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611, United States
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Honest1 Auto Care

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Ri
Review №1

My experience was easy and smooth. Dropped it off and got it back same day. Car needed an oil change and front brakes plus rotors. As with anything these days prices are what they are, wasn’t too bad. Justin my service guy was very nice and made the process smooth. The place is very clean… spotless actually. Will return and recommend to others.

Ta
Review №2

I first went there to have a roofing nail removed from my tire and repair. Justin was my contact, I was pleasantly surprised how clean and Neat the facility was. I went back again as I needed an alignment done after repairs from my regular mechanic. They could not complete the job, because they found something else that needed to be repaired. I had that completed and then made an appointment to go back in and get the alignment completed.I was able to get the car back in that afternoon. I highly recommend honest1 auto care. Job was completed in just over one hour, they provided me with a copy of the before and after of the alignment. I would recommend this shop to anyone. It is refreshing to have this option versus some of the other shops in the area.

Ch
Review №3

The way Auto Repair should be!HONEST1 Auto Care is the most modern auto repair shop you will ever visit. The customer waiting area is comfortable with free snacks and coffee, a play area for little children, and even a desk. In the back are floor to ceiling windows so customers can watch their car being worked on. The auto repair bay is super modern, well lit, and incorporates innovative ideas that enable technicians to service car quickly and efficiently.They also offer a shuttle service to addresses within the local area, and even complimentary 1-year roadside service! Oh yeah, and the employees are indeed honest, as well as knowledgeable and helpful. While youre waiting, they send you a text/email showing the results of the inspection, a diagnosis of the problem along with photo(s) of the relevant part, and recommendations for any other services you might want to consider. Prices are reasonable too! Indeed this is the future of auto maintenance and repair.

Ch
Review №4

They were able to get my truck done a day ahead of the scheduled time. Worked seamlessly with my warranty company. Highly recommend

Ha
Review №5

I just moved here to the Tampa Bay Area from Marietta Georgia where I was accustomed to excellent service by the East Cobb Honest-1 auto care owned by Butch Carter. This Bayshore location definitely met my expectations. Professional, thorough, courteous, and reasonably priced. I work down the street from this location and the shuttle service they provided was a great convenience.I will definitely continue to use their services for my car. I highly recommend Honest 1. I hope they open a location in Spring Hill where I live.

Jo
Review №6

Very professional shop, clean and neat appearance. When work was finished there was an issue with the results. The staff was very concerned and offered to stay into the night to fix it. I told them to go home and we would figure it out on Monday. Sure enough it was a simple issue and easily resolved. I will say the vehicle runs better than new. They fixed a nagging intermittent problem that Parks Ford in Wesley Chapel could not/would not fix under warranty. Very satisfied with all aspects of my visit.

Am
Review №7

Jeff along with the other team members at Honest1 Auto Care were extremely efficient in their work. After my husband and I brought in our car for a concern, Jeff sent us a full diagnostic of everything we would need to have looked at immediately along with minor concerns; seeing everything within our email and phones were extremely helpful prior to talking with Jeff who was just a phone call away for any questions we had.Honest1 Auto Cares facility is extremely welcoming and clean; my car is running so much smoother now thanks to Health1 Auto Cares great employees.

Bi
Review №8

South Tampa Gandy location charged me $91 for an oil change on a nissan xterra and couldnt add washer fluid. Enough said.

Li
Review №9

I highly recommend Honest 1 Auto care The staff are friendly and professional and keep you informed at every step. The waiting area is spotless with coffee, drinks and snacks available. The work was completed on time and the cost was exactly as promised. I will definitely go back for all my car needs.

Ja
Review №10

Amazing! Had to come here since Jiffy Lube broke my tire valve stem and they provided us with great service! So kind and amazing deals I will come back (: thank you justin for being so attentive! Very nice lobby too

Fi
Review №11

I had a flat tire, so I googled local places to find help. I called Honest1 Auto Care since they have good reviews. The interaction over the phone was OK. The person I spoke with told me they could take care of my problem the same day I called. I drove about 15 minutes to their location just to find out that they dont service all types of tires. The same person I spoke with over the phone told me that they dont have the right equipment to work on low profile tires. When I first called, I explained the problem and even gave him my vehicle model information. All this misunderstanding would have been avoided if I was advised of this places limitation. I wasted almost an hour of my busy day for no reason.

Ji
Review №12

Their staff was very professional, courteous, and knowledgeable. The only thing that keeps this rating from 5 stars is they misquoted the price initially. Went from ~$1800 to over 2100. They ended up having to replace a couple of other parts which drove the price up. Not really their vault, I guess. It just just stickler shock. Thr repair is great, though.

Fa
Review №13

I came some time before to get minor work done. They did check up on my truck and found things I already knew about but didnt have funds for. They gave me a estimate of what it would cost. Once I finally was able to come. They did the work and went above and beyond. I appreciate them alot. They didnt have to do all what they did to help me out. I will be going back to get some other things done as well. I need a valve cover gasket and new heater hose. I also want to replace my radiator lower and top hose as well. I dont think it was ever replaced. So i want to take care of that which will save me money later on. Great place to go for your vehicle.

Al
Review №14

I got a diagnostic which let me know everything that needed to be brought to my attention. i do a lot of my own mechanic work but its good to know what i need to do to it from a professional. They texted me pics and advice on what needs to be done via their website. Its the first time Ive had a mech shop do that. It was really good to have! They also found out what the problem was with the diagnostic and I fixed it myself. But there are things I dont fix, and i let them fix that for me. =D

Ly
Review №15

My car arrived on Friday and i was told it wouldnt be looked at until Saturday. I didnt get a status report so i called at 3 pm, since they were closing early for Memorial Day. I was then informed that the car was still not even looked at. I like to think Im a reasonable person however i also believe in communication. So now i will be without my car at least until Wednesday. Needless to say that im very unhappy and will not bring my car back, even though i have spent thousands of dollars for repairs and service with my 2 cars.

Ke
Review №16

I enjoyed my first-time experience. I brought my car in for an oil leak. I went in with information that the leak was for one reason but HC1 informed me it was for something else. Barry and the lead mechanic took me underneath the car to show me the cause of the leak. What they identified, saved me money. Also, they worked with me on the cost of the service and informed me of future items I should consider on my car. In addition, Barry picked me up several times to go from and to their location. I had a very good experience.

al
Review №17

Honest Auto its always the best place for me to take my car to people are Pleasant to greet you when you come in the mechanics or even more pleasant I talked to them they relate to me its just a great place to take your car and also the service and everything they do is on point

Gi
Review №18

First walked into the shop, three gentleman sitting around chatting. I had to ask “good afternoon, I’m here for an appointment”. It took a few seconds where the three gentleman looked at each to decide who would help. Then I asked “who do I need to speak to in order to drop off my car. His response “any one of us can help”….Not sure why there has to be all this extra stuff. When a customer steps into a business, the first person to see them should jump up.Dropped our car via our appointment at 1330. Was told it was it was going to be 1.5 - 2 hours. 1530 came around, and Justin (or Parker, forgot who it was), said “yeah…looks like we won’t be able to get the service done today, we haven’t even started, can you come at 1730 when we close?”Makes me wonder if I never called, how long they would have waited to update me.Used to come here for the great service…this place has changed. Clearly lazy unfortunately.

Ri
Review №19

Very informative and very helpful! Nice facility and everyone was nice. Michael assisted me and he explained information well and made sure everything was in order before I left. It was done before the end of the day and I was able to leave my car there and pick it up the following day due to my work schedule. I would definitely recommend this place and intend on going back there for any other issues or maintenance I will need in the future!

Al
Review №20

The worst experience I ever had. Came to get my brake pads changed, they told me I needed both brake pads and rotors changed which was fine. They they told me I needed both calipers changed as well and told me that it would cost $1200 for everything. My car is an old Honda Accord which was crazy to charge that and my calipers were just fine. They ended up agreeing to just change 1 caliper since the other was still fine and this is where I started to some shady things happen. They fixed it and tested it out and after testing it out the caliper line or the brake line popped. So they needed to order another one . Took almost another 2 hrs to get it done. On my way back home 3 hrs of driving all of my service lights start going off and my brakes start giving out ( keep in mind it was raining and had kids in the car) had to press the brake to the floor for it to actually start braking. I called they guy at honest care since I had warranty on it and they sent me to mechanic shops that could fix it under there warranty. Every place they sent me too was abandoned and hasn’t been in business for years. Finally I have someone look at my car and told me that the mechanic who fixed my car put after market parts after I paid $1200 for official parts and didn’t tighten the screw to the caliper and brake line tight enough which cause the brake line to leak brake fluid. Would not reimburse me for the repairs that someone else had to do nor the hotel I had to stay at for the night because of there faulty job. Almost got into a major accident with faulty brakes that they input there. Definitely will be suing and ended up having to change my brake pads shortly after I just paid for the ones at honest care because they were old and used the ones they put on

So
Review №21

First time here and will definitely be returning. Waiting area is very comfortable and you can tell they care about the customers. I went in for wheel alignment and found out I had 2 nails in my tires, they take pictures and explain everything thoroughly. Ordered tires and it was delivered next day. Alicia at the front desk is very welcoming & knowledgeable. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience & will recommend them to anyone.

Mi
Review №22

Honest1 either has the most inexperienced and unknowledgeable techs or they are crooks. Where do I start. I brought my vehicle in as it wouldn’t start after trying to jump it. I am told by Honest1 that it’s a bad starter and it would be $1100 to replace it. I review the estimate and see that they have my engine size incorrect, which requires close to double the labor to replace the starter. They state it’s because their system pulled the wrong engine size from my VIN, which shows (1) their system is bad and (2) no one looked under the hood of my car to see that it was a v6 and not a v8. They change the engine size and now the estimate goes to $580. I’ve already called another shop when I got the first astronomical quote and I get a quote for $310 to replace the starter. I tow the car to the new shop and am told all I actually needed was a new battery ($120) and not the starter that Honest1 said I needed. I now have my vehicle back and it is working perfectly with the battery replaced. I will NOT take my vehicle to Honest1 again and will not be recommending them to anyone I know either.

Ca
Review №23

After visiting Honest1 for the first time, I have nothing negative to say about this auto repair shop! The front desk colleagues were very kind, helped me get an appointment scheduled fast, and communicated follow-up information in a timely fashion. The mechanic was reassuring about my vehicle’s issues and provided sufficient details on the recommended repairs, which included photos, videos, and why the repairs were recommended. I highly recommend this shop for Tampa citizens and will be back next time I need auto repair services!

Ro
Review №24

Everything about the place itself and the service was great. The place is nice, the people are friendly, and they dont try to scam you into a bunch of unneeded stuff. The only reason I dont give it 5 stars is because I paid the most for an oil change (over $100) that I ever have in my life. I havent even paid that much at the dealership.

Al
Review №25

Cleanest and most organized shop I have been in. Customer service experience is personalized. Repairs were spot on. Provided me with a list of what needs to be done in the future. Amazing service. I just found a home auto repair shop. Thank you.

Za
Review №26

The staff was friendly fast and efficient. Fixed my cars problems and were in and out with a 36k mile warranty cant beat it

Ti
Review №27

Second time I’ve taken my truck to Honest1. The first time was as a certified warranty repair facility for CarMax. Second time was for a general maintenance item. Both experiences were professional and on time. Repairs were completed as promised and price for general maintenance was very reasonable.

Sh
Review №28

Alisha is amazing! Always forthcoming, and trying to keep costs down. This shop saved me a thousand dollars today. They soaked a seized bearing over night and saved me from replacing two spindles! Thank you!!!

Pe
Review №29

Made an appointment for 2pm. I asked if they would start the repair at 2pm. I was assured that it would be seen at 2pm. They did not. After a half hour of waiting. Car was still in the parking lot. So I canceled the repair and left.

Vi
Review №30

I had a fantastic experience. I was blown away by the customer service. The shop was clean and everyone was very professional. They provided me with a list and pictures of what needed to be repaired. I was not pressured into getting more fixed than was necessary. They even have a shuttle service so I was not stuck at the store. I’m definitely using them again!!

Kr
Review №31

The week of November 22nd My SO went in with his Ford F-150 2006 to get a diagnostic for where his truck was leaking and for it to be fixed. It cost $700 to get his oil filter housing “fixed”. When he got his car back, the leak was now worse than before; in fact, he had no more oil left in his truck (my mother had sent a photo of her driveway with a huge oil spot from where he parked the night before). In addition to that, his car was now making new noise that sounded like his serpentine belt was faulty. He called and told them and they got his car towed to their shop (being that his truck was not safety drivable). They proceeded to try to get him to pay another $700 and told him there was now a leak in his rear housing. My SO was not happy that they were trying to charge him for their own misdiagnosis. The guy that he spoke with said the master mechanic was apparently not in when they worked on his truck originally so that may have been why it wasn’t diagnosed and fixed correctly. My SO had been in contact with Barry previously who in good conscious informed the employee to waive the “additional fees” to fix the leak and look into the new noise of the serpentine belt issue. They said they would wait till the master mechanic was in the shop to work on his car. My SO just picked up his truck yesterday (12/3) and they said the leak should be fixed and that they did not hear any strange noise or serpentine belt. Today he just checked and his truck is still leaking oil and the serpentine belt noise is still happening. Extremely disappointed with our experience. He is now going to another shop for a second opinion.

Ja
Review №32

Awesome staff and service. All I can say is wow ! Melissa is amazing and super honest and smart. Barry AP polite and professional. I will never go any place else. Their workshop is immaculate and you can watch them work. Amazing team. Super happy to find this gem. You can really trust them !

Kr
Review №33

I will continue to come back to Honest1 due to the time they dedicate to each individual customer and the genuine care they have. I really appreciate that I went in for an oil change and left with a full report/overview of my car, what services they performed, and what services I can anticipate to need to be done in the future. Pricing may be equal to or slightly higher than other car servicing shops, but their customer service, time, and genuine care is worth every penny

Lu
Review №34

Went here on recommendation. Was not disappointed in the least. I had issues with my A/C and heat going out. I am not entirelly useless around a vehicle, i swapped out the fan blower, checked the electrical at various points, watched YouTube videos to figure out what to do. Exhausted my ability, and took my truck there. I checked my truck in around 11am. Explained my issues, and was told they were going to give it the once over to figure out the issue.I was contacted about 3 hours later and they let me know that it was a simple fuse issue. They couldve told me anything, but integrity ruled the day. After replacing the fuse, everything works great, and i picked up my truck with an hour of shop time, and a $10 dollar fuse.I highly recommend. I have some other issues with my truck, and my Fiancées car, i will be coming back here.The lobby was clean, the floor to ceiling windows inyo the service bay are amazing. The underwriters were knowledgeable, polite, professional, and prompt.10 out of 10.

Co
Review №35

Two weeks after taking my car in, I continued to have issues with a problematic tire, which was one of the things I brought my car in for. So I took it to other places for extra opinions and they all found a big puncture in my tire. Something that Honest 1 missed. My battery also died soon after taking my car in. I know that batteries can be unpredictable in Florida, so maybe it was an unfortunate coincidence, but these two issues left me wondering what Honest 1 even did when they “repaired” things on my car. At the very least, they missed the tire puncture. Based on the issues I continued to have after taking my car in to Honest 1, I don’t have much confidence in them. I spent a ton of money and am still having issues. I originally took my car to them because of positive reviews here, so I had hoped they would be good. Maybe others have had good experiences, but I did not. Because of the bad experience I had, I won’t be coming back.

Ro
Review №36

I brought my car to Honest1 Auto Care for a Brake Fluid service and did the right decision.The shop & office area have a very welcoming atmosphere. Everyone is professional and I felt in good hands right away. The service price I paid is very fair and probably located somewhat cheaper than a brand name dealership, yet I felt like I am at an actual brand name dealership.I had no appointment but after I dropped the car of, it was serviced in a matter of a few hours. I got a complimentary full review of my cars overall maintenance status based on actual assessments and assessments based on my cars year/mileage.Overall I’m satisfied and glad I choose them. I would recommend servicing your car here.Thanks to Berry the service manager, the car pickup was informational but efficient and quick.

Ne
Review №37

Great customer service, very knowledgeable technicians, Bobby the store manager was awesome. I recommend everyone have their vehicle serviced here. Best place in Tampa.

Ka
Review №38

Very professional, clean, kind, friendly. The waiting area is so nice that I wouldn’t mind waiting there.

Ch
Review №39

Called concerned about my breaks and was made an immediate appointment. Dropped my car off and was followed up with an email description and video of the concerns from the mechanic. Pleasant and professional service. No hard pressure to get work done that wasn’t needed.

Me
Review №40

I went to Honest1 for a second opinion on work that a dealership recommended to me. This was a great experience and I will be using Honest1 for all of my service and repairs in the future. They were professional, communicated everything to me very well, and prices were very reasonable. I appreciate their integrity and the cookie in my car when I left was a special touch! Melissa was extremely professional and helpful. Thank you!

Am
Review №41

The 3 year, 36k warranty is no joke! They replaced my compressor last year and when it failed again this summer, they fixed the issue at no cost to me. And the cherry on top was they had my car ready a full day earlier than I expected. Excellent service!

Gr
Review №42

First time I brought in my car, another shop told me I needed a $1100 repair to my struts. I brought it in to Honest1 and they discovered that my lug nuts were just loose and charged me only $25 for diagnostic.The second time was for a squeaky back brake. Another shop changed the pads and never turned the rotors and never found the squeak. Brought it to Honest1 and they discovered a piece of metal rubbing the other shop did not and that the other shop had neglected to turn the rotors. Charged me only $25 for diagnostics.This is the first place Ill bring my car to from now on.

Tr
Review №43

They went above and beyond to help me out last minute

Ta
Review №44

I love the waiting room it was nice the sevice was good I would tell my friends about you.I will go back

ji
Review №45

Barry & Mike are HONEST! A great experience. These people are not only HONEST but competent as well. Value for money. No surprises.

Ho
Review №46

Military discount was great! Loved the digital report of my vehicles issues. Friendly staff and welcoming environment. Will definitely use again!

Ja
Review №47

This was a wonderful place to come to they were very professional and quick with the service that was done I would highly recommend this place to anytime

Be
Review №48

From the time I called until the time I picked up my car, these people were top notch. Very professional, yet personal. Communication was phenomenal every step of the way. When I went to pick my car up, they walked me to it AND left me a note with a cookie. Doesn’t get better than that. They saved me $300 from what Nissan was going to do. I highly recommend this company & will definitely use them again! Thank you Honest1 Auto Care 😊

Ro
Review №49

Literally the nicest auto shop I have ever been in to! Everything is so clean, I could live in the lobby of that place. On top of it everyone was really nice. They were able to fix my car same day and it seemed like a reasonable amount. Will definitely be going back!

Ja
Review №50

Great communication and knowledgeable, experienced mechanics. I was impressed with their service. The rates are a little steep but you get what you pay for.

Th
Review №51

I felt respected and listened to. Everyone there would speak and was courteous. Although the company ran a diagnostic and found nothing wrong with our vehicle, they charged us nothing. And you cant beat free on a worst day. I highly recommend taking your vehicle here for the best service around.

Tr
Review №52

Great experience all around...Honest1 was able to identify issues with my recently purchased vehicle that the 150 point inspection touted by the dealer (carvana) didn’t find. I would highly recommend.

Bi
Review №53

Always attentive and up front. Detailed reports with photos of work done and suggested next steps. It’s the only place I take my vehicle.

Ke
Review №54

Always helpful. Best service I’ve found in my area.

Ha
Review №55

Michael was beyond professional, polite, and helpful!! Not only did they replace my headlight on my Mercedes he didn’t charge me. I have a company car that will need oil changes on the regular. Any repairs that I may need in the future will be done by Honest1. I have never had positive experiences when dealing with auto repair shops. This place is exactly what the name states!! I even enjoyed a compliment cup of coffee and a snack in the very clean and lovely waiting area. South Tampa friends I highly recommend Honest1 for any and all repair needs..

Je
Review №56

Barry is the best. They make it super easy, are timely, and even spent time helping with my warranty to get me the best deal. He’s definitely at honest one.

Mi
Review №57

Definitely recommend this place! Car would not start, and to top it off its Saturday morning. I reached out to these guys and they were more than willing to help out. I had my car towed to Honest 1- Twenty minutes later I get a call informing me that my car just arrived. One hour or so later, I received an email with a link to follow, and I was able to see the results of the tests and inspections with pictures, that were performed, virtually. Really cool!!! So I needed a new starter, they quoted me a fair, and reasonable price- about two hours later they called me and informed me that my car was completed. When I arrived, the woman (I think her name is Alisha) offered me a beverage, and/or something to snack on. The place is immaculate when it comes to cleanliness! Everything is glass inside- you can actually watch the mechanics work on your car. Comfortable seating, large screen TV, a refrigerator that has a variety of beverages, and a small play-area for children. Im not even exaggerating, its really nice! This is what an auto repair shop should look like- its 2020 guys! Through the entire process they were very kind and professional. I spoke with Alisha the most, since she was the one coordinating everything over the phone- She was so kind, and understanding. She was very helpful through the entire process. They even leave a packaged gourmet cookie in the car for your ride home. Thank you Barry and Alisha! BTW- they even offer shuttle service to the local area, Warranty on their work, and complimentary roadside assistance. Stay safe!

Ro
Review №58

The entire staff was courteous and helpful in getting me the most affordable resolution to my Nissan Murano. They were able to find parts within my budget and I got my vehicle back very quickly. I will be coming here for services from now on. Highly recommend!

Me
Review №59

I took my car yesterday for an oil change and I will be going back for everything in the future!! The nicest people! Cleanest wait area with a variety of snacks! A complete and thorough diagnostic and a great price!! And my cookie!!🥰😉 Im super impressed!! Thank you Honest1!!

Ke
Review №60

First impression is everything with me. When I first walk inside, I was greeted by Mr. Barry. Very nice and understanding guy. He was very respectful and very transparent (which is rare for a lot of people). My overall experience with the shop was excellent. They did not BS me with anything. They made sure they ask for my permission before they begin any repairs to my car. I highly recommend them.

Ro
Review №61

My 2003 Tundra died coming off the crosstown at 0530am. Once truck was towed to shop, Mike got my paper work set up and explained what going to happen. Later in the afternoon contacted me to let me know my radiator blew. Gave them the okay to repair and received a text saying ehgine was miss firing. Stopped by shop and Mike explained what was going to happen next and I gave them the ok on a second diagnosis. They are pros! Thank you

Bi
Review №62

I had the best experience with Honest1 Auto Care at the Gandy location. This review is specifically for MELISSA and the team who took care of me and my Mercedes GLC 300. After work on Friday, I dropped my car off (personal convenience) even though my appointment was Saturday morning 8AM. Saturday morning, I received an email with a detailed inspection report with photographs about what was in good shape, what needed attention, and all my main concerns were addressed. I had a quick phone call with Melissa to discuss what work I would like done and pricing. No work was done until approved. I picked my car up later that SAME Saturday- 4 new rotors, break pads, and some other maintenance items completed. Thank you guys!!Honest, fair pricing, quick and excellent service, flexible car drop off/pick up options, great team!I’ve been to Mercedes-Benz of Tampa bay in the past and prefer Honest1 auto care if that carries any weight for people researching.

Br
Review №63

I can not say enough about my experience with Honest1 Auto Care. I took a newly purchased used car there for an inspection. All my results were sent to me, as they were completed, with recommendations and pictures of the issues. Some services and parts were covered under a warranty, which they handled directly. All others the services were reasonably priced and guaranteed. What else can you ask for?

Do
Review №64

I was very pleased with my service there and Kevin did a magnificent job of explaining all of my options and the details. I will return for future business. Thank you.

Ma
Review №65

Honest, fair, knowledgeable. Manager Barry is first class and keeps you updated on progress and explains everything in terms one can understand.

El
Review №66

A really refreshing experience. I went in with a problem with my heat / air, but asked what else needed to be done so I knew what to expect and plan for in the coming months. They fixed a problem that has been an issue for almost 2 years, then helped me decide which other items to prioritize. Then even suggested ways to save money when I come back to get the rest of the items done. The whole process was easy and casual. Plus, the super clean space made everything even better.

St
Review №67

I was so happy with my experience here! I needed new tires, and after doing a checkup, they didnt come back with some supposed repair that needed to be done (which I feel like some companies do). They were honest about it, living true to their name! Their waiting room is also awesome! I have a toddler, and she LOVED drawing on their chalkboard wall! Thank you so much, Honest1 Auto Care. Highly recommend!

Hi
Review №68

I chose Honest 1 based on other google reviews and yelp and they did not disappoint. This had to be the cleanest garage I’ve ever been in. Straightforward pricing, walked me through their process and completed the repair(s) when promised. I would use them again.

Du
Review №69

This was the best repair experience I’ve ever had. The process was simple, straightforward and very transparent. Mike was fantastic and very thorough in explaining my diagnostic and what it means. I never once felt like they were trying to sell me on something I didn’t need, and I walked away with peace of mind knowing my care was safe. I’m recommending Honest1 to all my friends!

Ma
Review №70

Great place. Clean, quick, professional. Didnt try to push lots of other auto services on me - just changed my brake fluid and sent me on my way.

Mi
Review №71

I called a day before my appt to get a general quote on brake pads. I was informed they dont just do brake pads they would need to resurface the rotors at a minimum if they measured properly. Quoted $275 at the time. Fast forward to the appt. I get there. They seem super sketchy. Oh just leave it. Will give u a call and quote after we measure etc. Nope. I stayed right there and waited. Rotors were fine enough to surface. Next thing oh its $750. This place scams ppl at the min to get their 25 fees lying about prices. Do not take your car here. They lie just to get you in the door. Super convenient the guy who gave the quote wasnt there to lie to me personally. Anyways beware of this place. Ask 100000000 questions. Get everything in writing over the phone before you waste one second.

Ra
Review №72

Their facility is awesome, the service impecable. I would recommend this facility to anyone!

Ja
Review №73

1st time at Honest, car was really running bad. I was impressed with the shop, with Mike who was my service advisor. Loved the hi-tech information that was provided to me. They fixed my problems plus a little more. They got my car back to me the same. Car is running excellent. Would highly recommend the shop.

Jo
Review №74

Hands down the best auto repair shop I have been to. Melissa was extremely helpful and worked with me to find the right service at the best price for me. They really care about their customers and the prices are unmatched. I’d highly recommend them to anyone needing any type of work done to their vehicle.

Pa
Review №75

I took the commercial truck, one i use for my business (Arctic Cool Solutions), they fixed it up withing the hour, VERY fast and great customer care. Would Very Much recommend...

Wi
Review №76

The staff are very friendly and helpful, but the service received was sub-par. My vehicle was mis-diagnosed and I was recommended to go to the dealer for warranty work (after paying the diagnostic fee)...when I did, the dealer re-diagnosed the issue and determined it was something else entirely (and not a warranty item), which could have been repaired by Honest1. The net result was that I paid two diagnostic fees and the repair was effected by the dealer anyway. Ill be going directly to the dealer from now on.

Me
Review №77

So I have a question, my car broke down earlier this week and I noticed white smoke coming from the engine and when I opened the hood to find oil on the left side of the engine bay. if I were to bring my car by over the next two days (friday and Saturday) do you think it would be able to fixed by the end of the day? Its a 1997 honda odyssey lx

Je
Review №78

Excellent customer service! The location is clean, and they have drinks and snacks for customers. But I really appreciated the customer service. I brought my car in for a tire leak but they gave it a good look over and pointed out a potential problem without any pressure to fix it there. They also offer a 3-year warranty and free roadside assistance for a year! Will definitely return.

Ja
Review №79

Wonderful experience with Honest1. I showed up as a walk-in, to get an oil change and my tires rotated, an hour before they closed. The staff were extremely friendly, helpful, and courteous. Great service! Next time I’ll be sure to schedule an appointment to give these nice folks a break.

Ro
Review №80

Theyre very nice to me and my partner and It was very surprising Im definitely happy with this place in Ill be going back. They were very attentive an nice.

Ma
Review №81

Awesome first time experience at Honest1 Bayshore! The shop is clean and very spacious for anyone who needs to wait for their vehicle. They also provide a complimentary shuttle service for those who need to be taken home. I really appreciated the extremely detailed vehicle inspection they provided via email (with pictures included). Will be back for sure.

Al
Review №82

Im still a little shocked about how great of an experience I had at an auto repair place. I needed my side mirror replaced, and their team went above and beyond not only to find the right mirror, but installed it quickly, for much less than I would have expected, and were so kind and transparent throughout the whole process. I will definitely be a customer for life.

Su
Review №83

I have now been there three (3) times for service on our two vehicles and each time Barry and the Team at Honest 1 were friendly, professional and very thorough in explaining what needed to be done and what they had done once service was completed. I like that they take pictures of everything they do so you can actually see whats being done to your vehicle. The BEST vehicle service Ive ever experienced!!! Their name is perfect - theyre HONEST!!

Wa
Review №84

They are the best Auto Mechanic in town. Highly recommended. Store manager Barry is amazing. He informed me step by step everything about my car and never pressured me to get things done I don’t need. They have shuttle to pick and drop customers.I am usually reluctant about recommending any business to my family and friends but Honest Auto is exceptional 5*

Ta
Review №85

I just wanted to take a moment to say Thankyou to Honest 1. I started having issues with my car while traveling through to Atlanta. I found Honest 1 and this had to be one of the best experiences I have ever had at a car center. Barry was very thorough in explaining the issues with my car, did not pressure me to fix what wasn’t immediately necessary to get me on the road again. He did point out what was critical and threw in a extra diagnostic test for free because he was concerned about my safety on the highway. Nice high end waiting room with snacks was a plus too. Highly recommended!

Ku
Review №86

Great service & professionalism. These guys always fix it the 1st time at a very reasonable price....Highly recommended.

Fa
Review №87

Very pleasantly surprised! This was my first time visiting Honest-1 and I will be returning. I went in to get my tires balanced and I got a full report of everything wrong with my car with photo evidence (it’s an old car, lots of issues). But it was extremely helpful to see proof of what needs to be fixed instead of blindly trusting a mechanic. Everyone I spoke to was extremely pleasant and helpful and I left with estimates for fixing each of my car’s issues. I recommend Honest-1 to anyone who has a car issue

Di
Review №88

Great service, prices and nicest staff. I recommend Honest 1 and agree they are HONEST. Thanks Barry, Kerry, Michael, Mike and technicians for the one hour FREE check-up on my car and the service of your courtesy van. This is the way to do SERVICE. I will refer you with confidence everyone will receive HONEST AND AFFORDABLE care. #Honest#1.

Jo
Review №89

Very clean and nice place to drop a car or truck at for repair. If you live near South Gandy or Ballast Point, its walking distance.

De
Review №90

Wonderful experience! Waiting area has coffee and snacks. There is even an area for children. Very relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Great customer service! I will definitely recommend Honest 1 auto care on Gandy to all my friends and family.

ja
Review №91

The team at Honest1 Auto care is the best. My husband and I feel Completely confident that we are given expert advise regarding needed auto repairs and advisors are not suggesting repairs exceeding what is actually needed.The facility is so clean and inviting. Snacks, beverages and a beautiful setting are offered so you can wait for your vehicle in comfort.Honest1 is now our go to place for auto repair!

Ja
Review №92

I went to Honest 1 Auto Care for the first time to have a diagnostic performed because my Air Bag light was on. They got it done quickly and gave me a written quote with no pressure and no up-selling of unneeded services. Barry the manager, answered all of my questions and has a great attitude. The facilities are top notch and the waiting room is outstanding with plenty of power and USB outlets for electronics. They also use a laptop to take pictures of parts that need replacing on your vehicle and save it in their database to show the customer; this is a very effective way to track needed repairs and demonstrate transparency. I will definitely be back.

Ji
Review №93

Second time I have had work done here. They use technology quite well, and show you pics of whats wrong with the car during the diagnostic process, i.e., before you order the work done. Fair pricing, and their free shuttle saves you the cost of an Uber or two.

Gr
Review №94

Very thorough, clean, and professional facility. But, beware the prices are consistent with the level of care and service - which is the say top tier! This is a pricey place but you get what you pay for. They include a beautiful, full report with any service that documents everything about your vehicle which is a huge value add. Pro tip - I plan on going at least once a year for an oil change to get a full health report for my car! It certainly helps (like going to any auto shop) if you have some car knowledge to give you a perspective for pricing. But, if price was no object for me theres is nowhere else Id go. Dealership level service without the dealer hassle or location.

Br
Review №95

The customer service was amazing.... great people, quality excellent service at an affordable price. They even have a shuttle and will drop you off and pick you up. Barry (manager) great guy I will continue to service my vehicle here why would I go anywhere else. I will absolutely recommend honest 1 on gandy blvd to everyone i can they absolutely deserve it. Great job guy and Thank you...

Fi
Review №96

Took my luxury auto in for diagnostic & repair of some issues. Honest 1 found/fixed issues within a day & gave printout of other diagnosis made & future recommended fixes. Melissa & BH (including Honest1 Auto app) kept me up to date on repairs/status. At pickup & on the drive home, vehicle was running way better.Edit (very next day): Vehicle started smoking the very next day. Low/out of coolant error popped up - turns out there’s a leak... weird timing/coincidence? Hmmmm... never had that issue before - plus Honest1’s diagnostic report said coolant checked & levels/everything good. Upon further inspection, found the coolant hose was detached/unclamped (clamp was hanging on though), so when I poured coolant in, it was falling on the ground.Response to owner: Appreciate the response. Gave Barry (Manager) a call and issue explained and resolved (in a day). Much appreciated; thank you. And, a very special thanks to Carlos as well!

Ci
Review №97

Best service I’ve ever gotten always snacks and drinks for guests while they wait, staff is friendly, the place is spotless, and Kevin Swanson is a fantastic tech! Absolutely best service ever!!

Re
Review №98

As usual, Honest1 was a pleasant experience. Prices are not outrageous and they are very kind. Melissa is always very nice and she actually changed my tailight bulb at no charge. Ill keep going back.

Qu
Review №99

They installed my lowering springs in my VDub. They were the only shop near the base that would do it, and I couldn’t be happier. They did a great job, and there shop is really clean with a friendly atmosphere. I took my car back there to have them check my alignment. And they did it for free and was super friendly about it. I highly recommend this shop.

Ca
Review №100

The people at Honest1 are top notch. I have had all 4 of our cars serviced and repaired there with no issues. I was very impressed with Kevin’s extensive knowledge of my diesel truck. 2 of the other cars are Lexus and I was so glad to know they were able to fix them. Now I know I don’t have to visit the dealership any more 👍🏻Way to go Honest 1!!!!

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  • Address:3010 W Gandy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611, United States
  • Site:http://bayshore.honest1.com/#utm_source=local&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb
  • Phone:+1 813-328-3184
Categories
  • Auto repair shop
  • Auto air conditioning service
  • Auto radiator repair service
  • Auto tune up service
  • Brake shop
  • Car repair and maintenance
  • Mechanic
  • Oil change service
  • Transmission shop
  • Wheel alignment service
Working hours
  • Monday:7:30am–5:30pm
  • Tuesday:7:30am–5:30pm
  • Wednesday:7:30am–5:30pm
  • Thursday:7:30am–5:30pm
  • Friday:8am–4pm
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:7:30am–5:30pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
  • Toilets:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
  • LGBTQ-friendly:Yes
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