VEPA Auto Care in Albany

Honest mechanic with reasonable price, just got my tire repaired in 15 mins, now tire working fine without any more air leak, will recommend this shop!

I have been going to this man for over a year and he always treats me with quality care, kindness and honesty. I trust my car with him and that is a huge deal for me. He is a gem.

Very professional honest and fast. Had a flat in the morning, Called to bring it in, and the guy patched it in front of me in 15 mins. I would definitely bring my car here again.

I recently brought my car here since I had a screw in my tire. I was wondering if it could be repaired or not, since it was close to the sidewall. They looked at it and said, "Eh, 50/50." So not a vote of confidence from the get-go. They took the screw out, plugged it up, checked it for leaks and said it wasn't leaking. However, they seemed to be highly skeptical of their own work and not confident in the repair whatsoever. They charged me $20 for the repair, and while I was cashing out I said, "So it will last for a little bit at least?" and he said, "Ehhhh...." I then said, "So I can at least make it home ok?" to which he said, "Ehhhh maybe." I then drove up the road to my place of work, and did not feel secure driving my car knowing how skeptical they were. Once at work, I had help getting the donut on my car, and drove on the donut to another place to get all 4 of my tires replaced. I knew I needed new tires very soon anyway as they were toward the end of their life, so the screw forced my hand to make the purchase now. I showed the service technician the picture of the screw in my tire that I took earlier that morning with my phone, and he said that should have never EVER been attempted to have been repaired and that it was dangerous that they did what they did. The service technician said that it was clearly in the sidewall, and they were shaking their head at the thought that they "repaired it." Certainly the last time I'll ever go to these guys. Wouldn't trust them with anything.

I went there after seeing good reviews from previous customers, but I did not have the best experience. I went there for an oil change and state inspection for a used vehicle that I bought from out of state seller. The mechanic found out that my vehicle needed some work and told me that it would cost $800 for everything. He ended up charging me $800 plus inspection plus a 3% credit card fee that I was not told in advance. I ended up paying close to $900. The whole ordeal did not seem very upfront and honest to me. I wish the mechanic had told me that it would cost me $800 plus inspection plus tax and a 3% charge if I paid by credit card, so I could have stopped by a bank and may have withdrawn some cash. He told me $800 for everything which I assumed included EVERYTHING. I may never go back there due to a lack of honesty.

They took our car in over the weekend without an appointment and promptly fixed it. Fantastic experience! Great people and great work, would definitely recommend and return here

Super happy with our experience here!! 👍We were careful to purchase a vehicle to keep our family safe and knew this was the right place! All vehicles are properly maintained before going on the lot for sale. We will return for future maintenance and possible car purchase!! We are very happy!

Called and then showed up right after I had unexpected brake issues and they had my car out of there within 24 hours. Great service and friendly people with a hometown vibe. 2 months later brakes are still on point. Will definitely return next time I'm having any car issues.