Was going to get charged $150 at the dealer for an airbag code. Did a Google search on good mechanics in the area, and Bobs Garage Inc showed up. Gave him a call to schedule an appointment, and in 10 minutes he was able to calibrate my passenger occupancy sensor. He was kind, and very honest. Will definitely come here for all my automotive needs.
Had a leak around fuel pump. Bob took care of it for cheaper than the other guys and did so in a very timely manner. Explained absolutely every issue he found in great detail and all of his repairs in great detail. Cannot ask for a better experience.
Bob is a great guy. Very knowledgeable and honest. Highly recommend Bobs garage for your repair needs. Hes an emissions genius too.
Bob was great and got the job done to help me pass emissions. Bob was professional and knowledgable about what needed to be fixed and got it done quick. Would recommend this place in a heartbeat.
Bob and his crew are great mechanics who wont overcharge you for repairs. Theyll also let you know what they noticed will need attention in the future, but they wont inflate their invoices with services you dont need/arent urgent.
I was greated by their friendly service writer and explained to him that I recently replaced my wiper motor myself, but needed a stronger set of muscles to tighten one of the main bolts. Luckily, Steve was there to lend a helping hand. (I heard he is also great with dashboard replacement which I also need done, might call ya Steve for help on that one as well). Thanks again guys!! 👍👍🧘🧘
Took my car to others mechanic and didnt found the problem. Took the car to Bob and he did the magic passed emissions test and problem solved. Thanks Bob... the red Hyundai...
My car had an issue with the hub in the back wheel. The people there were extremely professional and clear about what needed to be done with the car. They were able to quickly fix the problem the same day they diagnosed it.
If you need Any Emissions work done to your vehicle. This is the place to go.
My car was repaired, it took much longer than anticipated and we did have some customer service issues. The customer service issues were apologized for. I also received a follow up call to make sure the repairs held up and the problem was fixed to be perfectly honest that meant a lot to this review.
This place went above and beyond to get my old car right and pass emissions. They even took it to the testing site! I wouldve saved so much money if Id known about this shop sooner.
Bob did a great job diagnosing the problem and the repair fixed the issue.
Bob’s Garage did an amazing job fixing my 1986 Jeep Comanche truck. It’s been a week since I picked it up from the shop and the truck is working like brand new. The owner Bob is very friendly and responsive to messages. He updated me throughout the entire process and gave me several options to get my car fixed. He’s very knowledgeable and was able to fix my truck in a short amount of time. I highly recommend this shop.
Great mechanic. Bob was with me through the entire process. He answered the phone when I first called, updated me with the repair of my car, and was there when I went to pick it up. Highly recommend to make this mechanic shop your go-to shop.
Bob is awsome and honest. Highly recommend him and his shop.
I was just asking questions
I just found a new mechanic. I will never go anywhere else. My car would not pass emissions and we thought it wouldn’t, but Bob got it to pass without costing me a fortune. Thank you Bob. He was great! He explained everything to me and was very honest. The communication was great. Bob and Gary really take good of the customers.
Bobs Garage is not only fast when it comes to emission repairs, but also HONEST!!! I took my car in Friday and it was done the next day. He stood by his promise that hell make sure the car will pass the emissions test before he gives your car back to you! Thank you, Bob!!!Ryan from CHI townThanks zBob
I was so frustrated with the Illinois Air Team Emission system and process and given run-around by other mechanic shops. I was on the tight budget and time was an issue. Bobs Garage was very knowledgeable about the whole process and helped me pass the emissions with care and professional demeanor. I will be back in the future for more services as needed.
After hearing many good things from friends about Bobs garage, I recently had them add a new rear end axle and fixed an Air intake manifold leak on my 2002 Suburban.. It was completed in a very timely manor and done correctly the FIRST time!! They were not overpriced and you really do get what you pay for.. Knowledgeable expert service.. I could not ask for anything more... I would highly recommend Bobs garage for any service to your vehicle.. Thanks Bobs Garage.. My suburban drives great now!!
After taking my car to mechanics that would beat around the bush, not properly diagnose issues and empty my wallet, I finally found Bobs Garage. From the minute I arrived I received excellent customer service and was given honest and straightforward answers. Ive since then taken my my car to him for all my issues and do not regret it one bit. Best shop in Lake County!
Bob does a thorough job and patiently explains what he is doing. He always looks out for the customer and his prices are outstanding! Do yourself a favor and get your car repaired at Bob’s garage!
I must say this was ridiculously amazing as far as experiences go. My girlfriends car was purposely sabotaged or so it seems and instead of charging me thousands in labor for the many hours put into my car for diagnostics he chose to charge a very very fair price for his time. Also good news is most of the vehicle is up to par. I am one of those people that NEED to know whats going on with my car and not once did I get even any attitude when I called multiple times a day. If you have any problem emissions or not I highly recommend seeking this shop out!!!
I have a 2014 supercharged mustang. Tried many places but couldnt get it through emissions . Bob figured it out kept me informed throughout the process. Fair price competent owner.. all good!
I had an excellent experience taking my car in to Bob at Bobs Garage. He was thorough, knowledgeable, and easy to talk to, making the usual ordeal of taking your car in for repairs feel much more relaxed than it would have in a less friendly environment. Beyond that, the service was speedy considering how many different vehicles were being repaired at once, and his taking it into emissions testing for me saved me the hassle of doing it myself. My car has never run better, and I wouldnt hesitate to bring it back to Bob again should any other issue arise.
The mechanic finished early, did an excellent job, very professional, no surprises. Highly recommend.
Take your car to these guys for repairs. Friendly, honest and upfront staff & technicians who are there to lend a hand. Recommend to anyone!
I have found the only shop I will go to when I dont have the time or tools to do it myself. Superb!!
After failed attempts at passing emissions, I took my car to Bob. He gave me on the spot service, ran diagnostics, and made sure my car passed emissions!! Very honest guy, definitely recommend him and will be back for maintenance!
Fantastic group of guys. Bob is very attentive and keeps you informed about timeline of the repair and has some of the best pricing Ive seen
When I failed an emissions test due to a broken part, Bobs was able to get us in immediately, fix it, and even drove us back to the emissions test I make sure it would work for us! Thank you for your above and beyond work today.
Bob is the best! As a first time customer, I am more than satisfied. I will definitely be returning. Fair pricing and speedy service. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Bob did a great job on my wifes car. I usually do not trust anyone else with her car but due to unforeseen circumstances I was unable to complete her repairs. Every step of the way he let us know how things were going and and went into details about why things had gone wrong with previous repairs that were completed by someone else, and we knew they had messed up but we could not show proof that what was wrong with the car( wheel bearings). We will be back again for his service. Thanks Bob
Our car broke on our way to Wisconsin from Chicago. In our misfortune we were lucky to find Bobs garage. Bob did a really great job fixing my car for a fair price. And he was very helpful and very professional.
After I picked up a second-hand 2005 Dodge Magnum w/AWD that had a parking lot shudder problem and numerous age and neglect glitches, I tried the Dodge dealer and got a whopper bill but no fixes. I tried a couple other mechanics with no better results. I took it to Bob and it got fixed. I took it back when the S and Traction control idiot lights came on and we hoped for the best and planned for the worst. It turned out to be as we feared but the problem was fixed for a price well below what I had expected. As long as I drive a car, he has a customer.
Bob answered all my questions patiently and toched base with me several times while figuring out what was wrong with my vehicle. Happy with the work that was done. My only suggestion is he needs office help for phone calls and organization.
Cant pass emissions test? This guy is the best and after he is done you WILL PASS EMISSIONS TEST!!!!
Fantastic service!!! Theyre fast and thorough, and they know what theyre doing!
I had the pleasure of doing business with Bobs Garage.They had the best price but also were very easy to deal with and fast service. I recommend them highly.
If I could give negative stars I would! Brought my car in for an estimate ONLY as I needed to save up for repairs and wanted to know what I was looking at. Left my car in the am and went to get it the same evening as I was told I could. When I got there I was speaking to the desk guy when Bob himself comes in and starts swearing telling me he already began working on it and how he is sick of people dropping cars off and not wanting them fixed. I was told I could not have my car back! Next day I return to a hefty bill only to be told my car wasnt really fixed just rigged to pass emissions. Fast forward 3 weeks engine light is back on same code. I got 3 days in a row at 415 only to have the doora lockes3and no mesages returned. 2nd opinion tells me the original problem was with the engine ultimately causing the codes. Which had it been looked at the first time my engine would not have blown and I would have a vehicle still. Out money and no car all for a rush job and no concern for people. All about the money. Not to mention when I finally got my car from them, its parked around the corner and down the road BACKED INTO a fence leaving scratches on the bumper.
Went there early before I had to go to work, needed a new alternator. Asked the guy going in and out of the place that I needed a alternator and how soon could he get one put in. I think I was talking to some scarecrow chewing on tabacco or breakfast. Just blowing me off like it was too early for him to work . My time mattered also. So I took my business down the street and went to pepboys instead and they took care of me fast. I guess you have to go somewhere and not believe all the hype you read on reviews. To bad it was not a positive experience.
Excellent service. Diagnosed and repaired my cars emissions issues extremely fast. Will be going back for all of my emissions issues.
Took in my Ford focus because couldnt pass emissions. Bob and his team took great care of the car and us. He had my car done and passed emissions within an hour. Excellent job and will continue going back.
Loved the staff here and they love the men and women of the armed forces.They are willing to go above and beyond to help out in any way possible. I will definitely be bring my cars back here..
Am always confident with these guys and their services. They are clean and very reasonable in price.
I went to Bobs Garage due to a failed emissions testing - he was diligent upfront with cost; as a result I was able to satisfy the requirement to get my car back on the road/re tested/checked and most importantly my car is running betterI would highly recommend Bobs Garage!!
The best place to take your car for repairs . Old time service which ALL the latest knowledge and repair skills . A top notch place I know you cant find anyone better than bob
My car failed emissions took it to a couple of places that wanted to charge me $1200. Took it over to Bobs Garage and it was only $400. Thank god for them. This is the place to take your car for emissions repair. Top notch service. I also showed up with no appointment and they were still able to get my car fixed. Thank you Bob
Bob quickly diagnosed the issue, fixed the problem and had my car pass the emissions. Just as advertised.
It was expensive and a little more than I was quoted but he went beyond and out of his way to make sure it was done right.
If I could give this place 0 stars, I would.My family and I were passing through Waukegan as my husband is in the military and we are moving across the country. Our service engine soon light came on so we took it to Bobs. A diagnostic to see what repairs the vehicle needs is $111 (although we had already had the code read and he could see what was wrong). When Bob quoted us $1500-2000 in repairs, we told him wed pick up the car for a second opinion. When he was upset we wouldnt pay him to do the repairs, he cleared the code so the next mechanic wouldnt be able to read what was wrong. Dude and his sidekick in the office are greedy and dishonest. We went to Velasquez in Waukegan instead and got our car repaired. Crazy theyd screw over an active duty service member literally driving his family across the country because we wanted a second opinion.
Not very friendly n didnt acknowledge hidden fees up front.
Took our car in and got it though emissions, making only the base needed repairs because I told Bob I cant afford a big repair bill, but need my car for work. Thanks Bob, as always Great Job!
Bob is great, the service is reasonably priced, and I found my new permanent shop for service. And there was much rejoicing, yay.
I own a suburban with canadian emissions and it will not pass the emissions test i live near ohare airport so i went to the guy who is supose to be the gurue by my house. He acted like i was bothering him with my problem and told me he would try to research what to do with canadian emissions vehicles and try to get back to me in a few days. I told him thanks and quickly left his service counter. When i got back to my car i called bobs garage and talked to bob he knew instantly what my car needed to pass the test. Within 24 hours bob was done with my truck and he was driving it through the emission test and having it pass. Bob did outstanding work,customer service and very fair price. I would recomend bob to anyone who needs work done on thier vehicle. Thanks for your help getting my suburban legal again.
Great service and you will be treated fair. A great place to bring your emission troubles!
To expensive
Dont go there or you will get rip off. And he will make sure you pay lots of money if you dont give him your business by messing up your car. Took a running car to him and he return a non working car back. Dont believe all those reviews on Facebook or the radio station.
Bob is a very talented mechanic and made out of integrity
Took my car to two different mechanics and all they did was keep adding up my bill trying to resolve my cars emission problem. Bob diagnosed, fixed and took my car to emission center in which finally passed after the fourth time.
Hell get you running.