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Long Life Auto Repair, LLC
24 Common St, Waltham, MA 02451, United States
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Long Life Auto Repair, LLC

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Sa
Review №1

It has been a positive experience. Mike educates customers about their cars and cars in general. The educational experience causes customers to want to return. The staff is also welcoming. Going to Long Life Auto Repair, LLC is a pleasant experience. It has created a standard by causing people to expect a positive experience from an auto repair shop.

Iv
Review №2

I was literally looking for someone to fix a few things on my car for weeks when finally I found life long auto,, every other place said oh maybe I’ll get to it today or tomorrow but NOT life long auto they got what I needed done in one day and set up another time to have other things I wanted done just a few days later.. they were honest amd didn’t try add on more stuff that wasn’t even needed like a lot of mechanics do.. these guys were great and I would recommend them to anyone

Am
Review №3

For years, these repairmen have been getting it right and at a reasonable price. I dont think twice about going there. They are no longer a deal. They provide excellent service at a fraction of the cost of a dealer.

Ru
Review №4

I was recommended this place by a friend. Th place is very reasonable. The mechanics are fast, friendly and excellent

Ha
Review №5

Mike and the Team do a Terrific Job. Been having my vehicle serviced there for years. Running Strong.

Or
Review №6

I try to bring my 2008 Acura TL Type- S here whenever there is an issue. My car has 250k miles on it. Because of this God and this shop, I rest comfortably knowing it will be a long life auto.

S
Review №7

The crew here is absolutely topnotch. They are reasonable in pricing repairs, will breakdown the repair for you in an easy to understand manner and they do great work. I always recommend them to my family and friends but also to anyone looking for an honest and quality mechanic shop. Check them out for yourself and see why so many others keep coming back to Long Life Auto Repair. Great location to, right around the corner from the Waltham Common.

Th
Review №8

Great service at a good price. Highly recommend

Ma
Review №9

The Long Life guys will be honest with you and give you a proper diagnosis. Friendly service youll walk away feeling good about

Ly
Review №10

I spoke to Mike about some noises I heard after switching gears with my manual car. We went for a drive and it turned out that my timing for switching gears was off. Mike even gave me some tips about driving the car. I really appreciate his time and he didnt charge me at all. I would definitely come back for repair and maintenance in the future.

Ad
Review №11

Fastest, nicest, non-extra-service-adding car repair place that Ive ever been to

Jo
Review №12

These guys are the best fair and honest I refer all customers from valvoline that need auto work done to Mike and his garage.

Ri
Review №13

Brought my car in from a dealership before I purchased it to have a Used Car Inspection done to ensure the car was worthy of purchase. The full service (test drive, engine bay inspection, tire check, etc.) took under an hour, with accept up all feed back.Because of the kind and friendly folks here, I was able to sign on my car! There’s guys are very transparent in their inspection and I highly highly HIGHLY recommended for service, these guys are the real deal!!!

Sc
Review №14

If you want your car to be in tip top condition then I recommend this place good service good technicians wubba lubba dub dub.

Ri
Review №15

Went to get my car serviced. Brought it in first thing in the morning and was on my way within an hour! Excellent customer service and very smart mechanics! Would highly recommend

Te
Review №16

These repair guys have been getting it right and for a reasonable price for years. I go there without hesitation. Now, they are not a bargain. They do good work at well below dealer prices

Ha
Review №17

Service was great! Everything was well explained and the process was transparent and fair. Would strongly recommend to anyone looking for a good quality swift work from a local mechanic.

Da
Review №18

Nicest auto repair people I have worked with!

Ли
Review №19

Great service! Great people who work there! Very friendly! Recommend to anyone. Will be back for sure:)

Ja
Review №20

This guys are awesome. Honest, straightforward and affordable.

An
Review №21

Every time Ive been to Long Life Ive received prompt and informative phone calls from them explaining their work, their recommendations, and detailed pricing. Theyll even go so far as to explain the function of a part and the reason it needs replacing or service. At every turn, Ive been made to feel confident that Im not only getting the service I need but also that Im not paying for unnecessary parts and labor.When I first moved to the area a year ago I needed a 75K mile service and was dreading having to find somewhere to take my car. The 5-star rating on Google Maps which I took with a grain of salt intrigued me but a friends recommendation finally got me there. Now I get it. Each one of those stars is well earned.On more than one occasion Ive taken vehicles to Long Life and been told that repairs I thought I needed (sometimes on the advice of other repair shops or even AAA) were not necessary. Ive easily saved a few hundred dollars in the last year thanks to them. Theyve even told me that consumable parts Ive come in expecting to replace arent yet in need of replacing. In a sense, theyre leaving money on the table by doing the right thing but when the time to do that work does come Ill be returning and I recommend them to all of my friends who live in the area.

Da
Review №22

Professional service hands down. They squeezed me into the schedule as soon as I arrived and were pleasant throughout the process.

Jo
Review №23

Fast friendly service, excellent mechanics, and fair pricing.

Ro
Review №24

My car died on a Friday afternoon just before we were scheduled to go on a weekend trip. Mike got my car back up and running (and even noticed and replaced a couple of burnt out tail lights that probably would have resulted in a ticket) and we were able to have a worry-free car trip. Mike and the team at Long Life Auto to the rescue (again)! This is definitely my go-to repair facility.

Ro
Review №25

Service done right, explained in detail and at a fair price.

Ji
Review №26

Consistently good repairs, reasonable pricing with loaner vehicles available for a modest daily rate keep me coming back for my auto repair needs

B
Review №27

I am moving across country and one of my largest concerns is finding a garage that meets the same standards as Long Life Auto in Waltham. Mike and his team are wonderful, they have served 4 different automobiles of mine and always advise me on whats best in regards to repairs. I always recommend them to everyone in the area who asks me.

Ka
Review №28

These guys are the best around. Super nice. Very professional. And do the job right the first time. Loaner cars are really helpful. Moved out of Waltham but will always come here

An
Review №29

Rarely do I write reviews but I was so blown away by the service at Long Life Auto that I had to. First and foremost -- the loaner cars. They will actually allow you to rent a car for $10 dollars (you read that right -- TEN) a day while they work on your car. Living in Waltham is not commuter-friendly in terms of public transit and Mass car rental prices are ridiculously high. So, this is amazingly helpful. Second, everyone I met, particularly Sabrina and Andy at the front desk, are incredibly warm, friendly, and knowledgeable. They will explain the problem with your car in a clear, concise way that even auto-illiterate people like myself can understand. Lastly, prices are very fair. I needed my purge valve replaced and the average price for that repair is anywhere between $120-$167 dollars, according to Google. They charged me $127.Hopefully I wont have to come get my car repaired again for a long long time, but if I do, Ill be perfectly comfortable with my car in their hands.

Sa
Review №30

There no doubt Ill be back and refferring my friends, family and colleagues to Long Life Auto Repair, LLC. Theres many reasons they have 5 star reviews, and a loyal clientele. Im so glad I skipped the Mazda dealership, to which I have been very loyal, and heres why:When my 11 year old Miata was overheating, Mike and his friendly and professional team sprang into action to get it back on the road. They even stayed late on Christmas eve, so they could fix my car in time for me to road trip to see my family.They were detailed in their diagnosis, having found a few more issues, diligent in their timing and communicated every step of the way. Their prices are very fair and cheaper than if I brought my car to the dealership for the same work (I research all my prices, parts and labor costs ahead of time).Me and my Miata gives them a final grade of: A +++

Al
Review №31

Auto repair with integrity. They always figure out whats best for you from among the repair options, instead of like other places where they often care only how much they can take you for. You can really trust them. Done right by us for more than 10 years

Ad
Review №32

Extremely nice and professional. Was busy but still got me in and changed my battery instantly for a good price! Thank you!

Ch
Review №33

Wonderful place to have your car repaired. Their services are always great. They honest and trustworthy.

Jo
Review №34

Very honest establishment. Actually recommended AGAINST paying for the repairs my car needed, instead encouraging me to see what I could sell the car for as-is. Like anyone who has ever owned a car, Ive encountered plenty of shady and dishonest mechanics, so its refreshing to find a place like this. Im selling my car and moving out of town in a few days, so I wont need any car repairs in the near future, but I highly recommend them to anyone who does.

Ra
Review №35

Great service, they replaced the part that failed and its running fine again

Sa
Review №36

This is the best mechanic I have ever been to hands down. They always have reasonable prices and call to check in with me before they do any work on the car. They have always been honest with me and dont add on things that dont need to be done. For example, I once mentioned I thought I might need new brakes and Mike recommended I wait another few months as he thought I wasnt quite due. If you live near Waltham, this is definitely the place to go.

Ch
Review №37

Stopped by for a check engine, emissions code 456 came up for possible leak. Code was reset and gas cap tightened. Super simple no charge. In and out in less than 5 minutes.Try doing that at a dealership. Youd be lucky if you had to wait a few hours to get it looked at.

An
Review №38

Brought in my Mini Cooper at the end of the day and they happily took it in, was fixed the next day! Couldnt be happier with the quality of service and great people working there, highly recommend!

An
Review №39

These guys do things right the first time and stay on schedule. Highly recommended.

Ma
Review №40

Honest, fair pricing, and quality auto work. Pleasant staff, and offers loaner cars so you arent without transportation.Long Life Auto for President, 2020.

Ro
Review №41

Quick and very competant work,I highly recommend Long Life Auto

Da
Review №42

Its hard to find an honest and response reapir shop. So when you find one you have to give them 5 stars!!

Sh
Review №43

Mike and team are the best!

Ja
Review №44

Came here for the 2nd time they are professionals Honest and have fair prices and the owner Mike is very nice and patient and does a very thorough work highly recommend this business

Ab
Review №45

They were super quick, helpful, and fair. Can’t wait for my next visit.

Da
Review №46

Outstanding, honest service. They never fix something to make a buck, but will discuss the need for service based on how long you expect to keep the car.

Gi
Review №47

Excellent and honest. I learned about Long Life from a girlfriend who swore by them. She is cute, tiny, and utterly ignorant about all thing car related - in other words perfect crooked-mechanic bait. I was so impressed with how she was treated that I quickly became a customer and have taken my cars there for over ten years.The folks at Long Life take the time to explain the issues they find, and level with you about whether you should even bother repairing them. When they do conduct a repair, they will even show you the problem components they remove.I cant recommend Long Life Auto highly enough.

Me
Review №48

I just love the shop. They were friendly and work fast. It was a storm out that day. I called and they told me to come in and they fix my car

Ka
Review №49

Like everyone mentioned in Mike is best, trustowrthy and nice person.My 1st experience with him. To fix my car problem 3-4 auto shops asked for $350.00-$475.00. Mikes estimate was $230.00, I was little skeptical in the beginning but he not only fixed the problem but charge me only $130.00. He was honest, Said part was cheaper than he expected to be.That was pleasant surprise and experience from Auto body shop.

ch
Review №50

If you need a mechanic you can trust youve just stumbled into gold. Mike is a Godsend. Competency and honest are two very extremely difficult traits to find anymore in car repair and Long Life Auto delivers both. We have an older Dodge Caravan that we love and need it desperately since cant afford another vehicle if we needed one. Mike has managed to keep it going and has saved us massive amounts of money by repairing it without resorting to costly unnecessary new parts and expenses, only whats needed. And DOES it well. Highly recommend.

Ed
Review №51

Long Life is BEST auto repair in metro Boston area. Mike runs a first rate operation that is true to its name--he wants to keep your car running and ALWAYS at a fair price.

Le
Review №52

Been coming to this place for a while and Ive always received really good very honest and very quick service. Theyre really good guys and you can trust them.

Ch
Review №53

Mike is excellent,I went to Mike because my 2007 Mazda 3 was rattling when I used my breaks.Turned out I had to get my rear breaks replaced and my shock absorbers changed. He called me as soon as he found the problem told me the price and also offered a discount if I got it changed on the same day.His prices were really nominal and he has done an excellent job with the car.

Br
Review №54

It is always a great experience when I need work done. They are very accommodating and keep you informed along the way.

Tr
Review №55

Best Auto Shop/Car Repair period! Enough said!I no longer live near the place and still drive there for my car needs.

Mi
Review №56

Excellent price worked on with pride, very good shop.

Ad
Review №57

These guys are the best in the business. Recommend without hesitation

Ja
Review №58

1st experience review: will update as experience changes.First and foremost: these guys are some of the nicest ppl Ive met in this industry and the rating mostly is a factor of that.Technically? Im a little disappointed given the reviews. I brought in a car to have the tailpipe resoldered. Was told i needed a new muffler and y pipe. No problem. Actually had those items under warranty so i had the manufacturer mail me the items and went back to the shop.They call me to tell me the y pipe had been installed but they ordered the wrong muffler and it would be in tomorrow (remember i supplied the muffler). Once we straightened that out. They said it would be perhaps over 200 bucks to get everything welded (they outsource the exhaust work).... On top of their $170 to install the y pipe (essentially cutting 4 bolts and reinstalling). After it seemed one hand didnt know what the other was doing.. Plus the pricing seemed off. I told them to not install the muffler, paid the $170, picked it up (LOUD) and took it to an exhaust shop to be fixed for $60.I dont doubt they are good people and good mechanics for your general everyday things, and will most likely give them another shot for that. But if you need exhaust work i would go somewhere else.

Bm
Review №59

Place is very reasonable and prices are very good! ! VERY HAPPY customer would highly recommend it. ....... (:-)

Pa
Review №60

Excellent repairs, fair and honest pricing. Best repair shop I be experienced in Boston.

RU
Review №61

Mike is super super nice!!! definitely the first choice if you have any issue with your car!!

Jo
Review №62

Honorable honest car repair professionals who arent a dealership and dont charge dealership prices.

Ja
Review №63

He was able to find parts for me from across the country for my classic car and the result was perfect

Ms
Review №64

The owner is a really good guy and always is looking out for his customers. ...highly recommended

Jo
Review №65

The guys did a great job an took care of me. No gimmicks

de
Review №66

Very good experience. Good people and good service. Highly recommended.

Ch
Review №67

Just recently had a major problem with my 2005 GMC ENVOY DENALI. Took it into Mike and the guys at LONG LIFE AUTO. Within 2 hours of taking it in Mike had diagnosed the problem as a blown fuse box. The whole unit had to be replaced. I was completely freaked out to find the part alone had to be gotten from the Dealership at a cost of $939. With a total repair cost of $1200 . While trying to decide how I was going to pay., one of the guys there found the cost for the part insane and discovered the one that was quoted was not the one for my vehicle, The one for my vehicle cost $297.40 and the final bill was $531. Big Big savings. Very appreciative that they went above and beyond to be honest about the extreme price drop, instead of just gouging me for the original quote. I recommend anybody that needs a outstanding mechanic thats completely honest and will treat you fairly to go see Mike and his guys first .. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH GUYS

To
Review №68

Was quoted over $450 for new brakes by another shop I went to, brought my vehicle here and for $60 they solved the problem and indicated that brakes were in good shape and did not need replacing.

Mr
Review №69

The BEST repair facility in Metro West! Why? LLAR are honest highly skilled automotive specialists. Mike, Andy and the team diagnose and repair your auto - unlike other shops that replace everthing in sight with cheap aftermarket parts. Each time I bring my wifes or my car for repair, I am totally satisfied by the quality of their work and their reasonable prices - I never feel ripped off. LLAR cares more about taking care of their customers, than making a buck. Mike takes the time to explain exactly what they found and the repair needed - theres no BS!I recommend Long Life Auto Repair to everyone who is looking for a great repair facility - especially when your older vehicle needs expert repair.

Sa
Review №70

Dealership wanted me to do 5 things. I came to these guys and they said it was all bs, did one thing, did it cheaply, and sent me on my way. Couldve nabbed me for plenty. Studs

Jo
Review №71

Hurray for Mike and the fellows at Long Life Auto! Mike is a bona fide “car whisperer.” My Subaru’s Check Engine light kept coming on and the car’s computer kept saying it needed a new catalytic converter. Ouch!!! A potential thousand+ dollar repair. I took it to a Subaru specialist for a second opinion and all they could do is read the computer code and offer to charge me two thousand dollars. Double-ouch!! Mike looked it over, questioned the computer’s code, found a small leak in the exhaust pipe, and repaired it with a weld. Problem solved. Long Life Auto saved me a thousand dollars, for which I am grateful.

Ji
Review №72

Have never felt as trusting toward a mechanic as this place.

Ri
Review №73

Great staff & reasonably priced services

E
Review №74

Mike is such an honest guy and fixed my car at much lower price than what other places asked for. I will go back for Any of my car related issues.

As
Review №75

Friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and quick. Would and do recommend.

Di
Review №76

Best Mechanics in town..

Ju
Review №77

Excellent and trustworthy!

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4.9 Rating
  • Address:24 Common St, Waltham, MA 02451, United States
  • Site:http://longlifeautorepair.com/
  • Phone:+1 781-891-8680
Categories
  • Auto repair shop
Working hours
  • Monday:8am–6pm
  • Tuesday:8am–6pm
  • Wednesday:8am–6pm
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:8am–6pm
  • Sunday:8am–6pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
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