Express Auto Repair in Clifton Park

633 Plank Rd, Clifton Park, NY 12065, United States

★★★★☆
(41 reviews)
Specialties: Auto repair shop Brake shop Car repair and maintenance service Tire shop

About

Automotive Repair and Maintenance

Website
expressautoinc.com
Address
633 Plank Rd, Clifton Park, NY 12065, United States
Plus Code
V68F+H8 Clifton Park, New York, USA
Time Zone
America/New_York

Business Hours

Monday
8 am–5 pm
Tuesday
8 am–5 pm
Wednesday
8 am–5 pm
Thursday
8 am–5 pm
Friday
8 am–5 pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Services

Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Offerings
Oil change
Amenities
Mechanic
Planning
Appointments recommended
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards

Reviews

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★★★★★
November 18, 2024

Dave and Scott are honest and fair with their work and their prices. They are always looking out for their customers. They are very knowledgeable

★★★★★
December 13, 2022

Always amazing service! Our family has been well taken care of through the years by Dave and Scott. We appreciate their ability to take care of routine needs as well as emergencies. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
October 25, 2022

I was traveling from Saratoga to Rochester when a State Trooper pointed out that my brake lights weren't working (nice of him to not give me a ticket) Replaced the fuse - no luck. Got off the Northway and got directions to Express Auto. Pulled in and told (I'm guessing) the owner that I was trying to get home and could he help me out? He had a number of cars there waiting to be serviced and said if it were only the bulbs, he could do it. Within 10 minutes he had my car in the shop and discovered that both bulbs had blown. Replaced them, charged me a very reasonable rate and I was back on the road home again in no time. Only a really nice person would do something like that. Don't live in that area, but if I did this would definitely be my garage to go to..

★★★★★
August 5, 2022

I can not say enough about Dave and Scott (and the rest of the crew but I LOVE Dave and Scott). My parents used Express Auto Repair so when I got a car it just made sense to go to them. I moved out of state and realized how lucky I was. When dealing with these gentleman I never worry about what they are telling me. If work doesn't need to be done, they will tell me. If work will need to be done soon but can wait, they will tell me. If work needs to be done, I rest assured that it actually needs to be done. I had been told by another mechanic that I needed a bunch of work done. It just didn't seem right. I had Dave look at it and he confirmed it was bogus. Recently, while driving on the Northway my car died. Completely turned off. Fortunately I had my steering and was able to steer over to the shoulder by exit 5. I had my car towed to Dave. He told me when he would have time to take a look at it. After looking at it and seeing how time consuming the repair would be, he scheduled my service. I decided to leave my van there as it really wasn't of any use to me. Dave was able to get my van in earlier than expected. When he called me to tell me it was done, he said "I know it's easier with both cars". He knows we have two very busy kids and have to get them around to all of their activities. He doesn't look at us as just money coming in. He looks at us as people with families. I can not recommend Dave and his crew highly enough!!!

★★★★★
August 9, 2021

Scott is a a down to earth guy that will always be straight forward with you. He never upsells me and always gets my vehicles back on the road quickly. They keep the shop impeccably clean and I knew from the first day I saw the shop that I was leaving my car in great hands. Every tool that isn’t in use has a place and is very neatly organized. Even the floor is clean! They’ve worked on my Cadillac Ats multiple times and even finished a week earlier than I expected once when I needed quite a bit of work done. They always give a price that’s more than reasonable considering they do better work than dealerships and other service centers. Thanks for the exceptional customer service and taking good care of my vehicles guys, it’s nice to have a mechanic you can trust. Bottom line. I won’t bring any of my vehicles anywhere else. Scott and Dave are honest, quick, and offer great service for a great price. I believe Scott owns the shop and he is an extremely knowledgeable mechanic that takes pride in his shop.

★★★★★
June 21, 2019

I was lucky enough to find a shop near me where the owner and head mechanic, Dave Wood, is a Corvette owner. I have been taking my car to DeNooyer Chevrolet and I have gotten great service from Dan Hart, but when I called recently they couldn't guarantee that he would work on my car. At the recommendation of a fellow Corvette owner I tried Express Auto Repair on Plank Road in Clifton Park. I needed my brake fluid flushed. Dave was super careful with the car and very meticulous. He hand loosened and torqued the wheels using a socket that won't mark the wheels. His shop also has a Hunter Alignment rack and Dave has the tools needed to set the rear caster (most local dealers (if not all) do not have the tools required). Dave also has the capability to change the wide tires without damaging the rims or tires. If you are looking for someone to work on your cars give him a try. I'll be returning in the future. Thank Dave.

★★★★★
December 12, 2017

I've been going here since I started to drive back in 2001...and honestly I can say these are the most honest and friendliest staff in the area. Regardless of the work that is being conducted, these professionals always do 100% to satisfaction and will inform of any issues BEFORE conducting the work. This integrity has led me to be a repeat customer. I use Express Auto for my oil changes as well...very convenient located right off of 146 near Market 32 in Clifton Park. Again, nothing but positive things to say. Local before corporate!

★★★★★
April 2, 2013

These guys are fantastic. I used to take my Civic here. They've always done good work and been clear about what they're doing. One time I was worried about the alignment but they said the wheels were just a bit out of balance. Since I told them I was planning to trade the car in after a few months, they told me to not even bother. I walked away without paying a dime. I will always take my cars here now because they are honest, helpful, good and don't overcharge. And I was recommended here by my dad, who has brought his cars here for almost my entire life for all those same reasons.

★★★★★
March 19, 2024

Our extended family have been going to Dave and Scott since the mid 90s. Superb shop and people.

★★★★★
Verified Reviewer
March 19, 2024

I take every car Ive owned here. Super fast and trustworthy

★★★★
March 19, 2024

Very helpful. Stated what things needed to be addressed and what could be let go as is. Nice service + on time.

March 19, 2023

The service was very bad and they could not fix the problem. For $150 hr for nothing.

Verified Reviewer
March 19, 2023

This is a very unprofessional auto shop they didn t even diagnose the issue with my car and I told them the main issue that was going on they didn t even do that just said I can t do nothing for you and then I m paying way over the amount I was told for this unprofessional so called mechanic to do nothing! I would not recommend this place to my worst enemy!!!!

March 19, 2023

Do go here if you need work done they won t help you and charge you just to sit on their behinds to say they can t do anything and then over charge you for no reason! DONT DO IT I WARN YOU!

★★
March 19, 2023

The 2 guys that work there are very nice. Problem is they only focus on light issues with cars I.e. oil change, brakes, minor issues and keeping their shop clean. If it has anything to do with extensive issues, they bill you then tell you they dont do major work. Waistful process both time and money.

★★★★★
Verified Reviewer
March 19, 2023

Dealer level equipment with dealer quality service. Clean shop, honest crew, and great service highly recommend for tires and all other repairs.

★★★★★
March 19, 2023

Great Customer Service! Friendly..helpful. Took the extra time to fix my sons car. 5 stars!

★★★★★
March 19, 2023

Have used them over many years in the past and they are always great to work with and they never overcharge or gouge your wallet for services rendered they have always been kind and trustworthy

★★★★★
Verified Reviewer
March 19, 2022

Fantastic service and quality

★★★★★
Verified Reviewer
March 19, 2022

These guys were great. Will use again!

★★★★★
March 19, 2022

Excellent work great service

★★★★★
March 19, 2021

Quality workmanship. Very professional and some really great equipment to produce such !

★★★★★
Verified Reviewer
March 19, 2020

Excellent service, with no short cuts. Job is done right the first time. Dave and his team are awesome.

★★★★★
March 19, 2020

Great service; always willing to help; reliable work; friendly; fair pricing

★★★★★
March 19, 2020

Excellent work, excellent prices, I brought my car in for back breaks and thought it was going to be more, I will definitely be returning for future auto repair needs

March 19, 2019

WOULD NOT RECOMMEND: I made an appointment for an alignment on a Chevy Trailblazer 5 days before a cross-country trip. The vehicle did not pull in either direction before; this was just precautionary to ensure the alignment was correct. Unfortunaltey after picking it up, I noticed a pull to the left at speeds above 55mph. Since my bill included a $35 charge for siezed adjusters I knew that heat was used on the tie rod jam nut to break it free. I also know that if aligned while the tie rod is too hot, the adjustmenst would be off due to contraction of the metal and cause a pull to one side. I confirmed this as the passenger side boot was melted (see picture). I contacted them and was told there was aboslutely no way it was put back together too hot. They were sure it was a tire issue and offered to rotate the tires at a later date (three days after my call). As I did not have time to wait and see, I decided to take it to Watkins Springs where I knew they would do it right. After a new tie rod and alignment, the car drove perfect. i then contacted Express again to let them know that it was confirmed that the tie rod was melted the response given was Ok, thanks for letting us know, *click*... I was hung up on. If you want a cheap alignment; Go to Watkins. If you want it done right, go to Watkins. Either way, dont go to Express. Notice the Express After vs Watkins Before. They are 3 days apart and significantly different which also proves the Expresss fault.

★★★★★
Verified Reviewer
March 19, 2019

Fast car repair and knowledgeable and courteous staff.

★★★★★
March 19, 2018

Awesome place! Very reasonable and friendly. By far the best place to take your car in Clifton park.

★★★★★
Verified Reviewer
March 19, 2018

Good place. Fair prices.

★★★★★
Verified Reviewer
March 19, 2018

I went because I had a very bad squeal in my engine and sure of what was. They came out and listened to it and added power steering fluid and after a day and a half the sound went away.

★★★★★
March 19, 2017

Wonderful to go to. Got tires rotated- surprise lugnuts sheered off one tire. It okay. Things happened. Looking around for other places to go. See the cars for sale. Oil was semi synthetic replaced with full synthetic. Got my wheels rotated again. New lug nuts this time. Rapping noise when turning but not sure whether to go to it again. I did like customer service so that a plus. Good guys just not for me. Check for sale again! Headlight fluid low.

★★★★★
March 19, 2017

They arent crooks

★★★★★
March 19, 2016

Good guys. Honest, fair, they dont look for work you dont really need. Thorough and competent.

★★★★★
Verified Reviewer
March 19, 2012

Express Auto Care (also called Clifton Park Auto Repair) was excellent! I had a bad coil in one of my cylinders, and they took good care of it. They were able to schedule me the same day, and they ended up finishing up two hours earlier than expected, and at half the price I was expecting to pay. Ill definitely go back to them whenever Im in need of good car care in Clifton Park.