WOW!!!!!! They absolutely, don't make people, let alone mechanic shops like this anymore. Rusty and his team, are a rare find!!! I am a mother with two little twins that will be turning two soon. My husband works out of state, so it is imperative that I have a reliable and safe truck. I have a 2012 Chevy Traverse that has had an extremely elusive issue with the fuel system. While driving, my check engine light would begin flashing and smoke would come from the rear of the car. The car would stall and would not drive at all. I brought my truck to Rusty's shop a few months back and they read the code and fixed the reported issue. However, shortly afterwards my truck broke down on a Friday night, just after the shop closed! I was 20+ miles away from home with my little ones in my back seat. I called the shop, and Rusty answered even though it was closed. He had my truck towed to his shop at no charge to me. On Monday, I was told that I would need to purchase all new fuel injectors, which would have ran me over $1,000 . After I had already paid several hundred to fix what we thought the issue was. I was in a panic because, I needed transportation for myself and the babies but had already spent the money that I'd had to address the issue originally. I chose to get a rental car until I could figure out my next steps. I was absolutely floored when Rusty called me to say that after considering my situation, he would cover the full cost of fixing my car so that the issue that was causing my check engine light to flash and then immediately stall would be resolved. When I say, Rusty has lived up to his word!!! He has invested tons of time and money in parts and labor. AT ZERO COST TO ME!!! His wife was kind enough to take me to work, and is a very lovely woman. Given the fact that I have had to come back and forth to the shop because, the check engine light had popped back on (I did say the problem has been elusive). Rusty even paid for my second rental car!!! He personally drove my car home to make sure that the check engine light stayed off. The warmth and concern that they have shown to me, as a team, has been unparalleled. My coworkers have driven me back and forth to his shop as my car issue was being worked. They have heard me taking about how much of a blessing that Rusty and his team have been to me! I will tell EVERYONE that will listen, that if you value doing business with people that are genuinely, great people? Family oriented people, that do an honest days work? PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, don't take your business anywhere else. This is a family owned business, that stands by their WORD and their WORK! I thank GOD for Rusty and his team. GOD will bless them for what they have done for me!!!

I drive a ’98 Lincoln Mark VIII and one of the headlights on it blew out. The car, albeit old and rather outdated, holds a special place in my heart as it was a hand-me-down from a family member who passed a few years ago. I called every Ford/Lincoln dealership within a 50 mile radius but no one would help me find a replacement light or other solution. I called Lincoln only to find out that the high density lights were no longer in production and likely unavailable – my only option would be hoping a junkyard had the car with a functioning headlight. I called obsolete parts manufacturers and (very unfriendly) vintage part dealers with no success. Finally, I called Mike at ALMAR and explained my situation. He offered to take a look at the car and see what they could do. Finally, someone who cared! Turns out, there are after-market lights that can be installed in my car so that not only will I have a working headlight, if the light ever goes out again, I’ll be able to replace it without searching half the country. The lights have been ordered and the team will install them when they come in. I cannot thank Mike and the team at ALMAR enough for helping find an affordable solution for my car. I’m looking forward to having the new lights installed and working with ALMAR for many years to come. I would highly recommend ALMAR to anyone needing work done on their car, especially if every other option has left you completely hopeless. The team is knowledgeable, informed, resourceful, fair and friendly. If only it was an option, I would give them 10 stars!

I came to the shop for three services to be performed on my truck. The services were oil change, tire rotation, and NC safety and inspection. I was charged for all three, but the tires were not rotated. How do I know? The rear right tire was painted with a blotch of white paint, so I could tell if the tire was moved to another location on the truck. When I got home I remembered to check. No rotation. Was the oil really changed? I will never know, but I must assume it wasn't. Years ago my father told me that service stations sometimes cheat their unsuspecting customers by not actually rotating tires, but charging for the service as if it was performed. Well, service stations aren't around anymore, but the practice still continues in auto shops. This is in response to the owner's reply to my review. The review is definitely about your shop. You were not able to find any record of it because your employee misspelled my name and address. A photo of the bill is attached to prove this is true. I do not want to contact you or be contacted by you. Trust has been broken. Nothing you say or do will convince me to come to your shop again. One more thing - a Costco discount was applied to my invoice as requested, but the clerk told me that Costco discounts for oil changes and tire rotation are not part of the Costco discount program. That fact should be noted on the Costco discount voucher. I will let Costco know.

My son recently moved to Charlotte and had driven my 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee there from Omaha, Nebraska. My son called and said it was making a vibrating sound/noise, so I needed to find a reputable service shop to work on it. I searched the web for reputable shops in Charlotte and Almar Auto Repair came up. I had my son take it in to be evaluated and diagnosed. Mike told him what they found to be the problem and quoted him a price (of course my son didn’t have the money). So I contacted Mike and discussed the findings, and I believed they were probably correct in the diagnosis of it. I am not a certified mechanic, but I have done a lot of work on cars, and with YouTube you can also find lots of information, so I felt pretty good about their diagnosis. Remember, I am 17-18 hours away in Nebraska, so to feel like I could trust them to fix my Jeep, honestly and at a fair price, was extremely comforting and important. I talked with Mike on the phone, paid with a credit card over the phone, and had my son pick it up. It has been 3 weeks and the old Jeep is running great again, 160,000 plus miles on it. I would highly recommend Almar, even though I wasn’t at the shop, I feel like I know them personally, that’s how good they were! Thanks Mike and everyone that works at Almar!

I could not be any happier with the service I got from this place. I had a timing chain issue which is a very expensive repair on my car. Not because of the parts but because you have to practically take half the car apart to get to it. Mike was upfront with me about everything including letting me know that I could probably drive my car for another year in its condition but I would not pass emissions and it would have to eventually be repaired. I was told the repair would take about two days and guess what? It was done in two days. Actually a few hours before. When I picked it up I noticed a squeaking that was not there before. He suspected a little fluid got onto the timing belt but if it was still squeaking after a week, I could bring it back and they'd take care of it. It continued to to squeak and so I brought it back a few weeks later. True to their word the replaced the fan belt, which was the source of the noise, at no charge and even threw in an oil change. My car is humming along like the day I bought it now. I hope I don't have anything else but routine maintenance from here until I'm ready to get a newer vehicle. But, I won't hesitate to give these guys a call and turn over my car to them for any future maintenance.

I've began using Almar Auto on the recommendation of a co-worker back in 2008, and after all these years I still use them for everything from basic maintenance to major repairs. Back in the day it was Andy, and now it's Rusty and Mike, who will give you straight and honest recommendations about what your car needs from a maintenance and safety perspective. The last few years, my finances have been tight and I've trusted them to help me prioritize which repairs to address first. I've taken my old Jeep, and now my Hyundai, to Almar even just for oil changes (instead of the quickie chain places) because I trust them to look over my car and be honest with me about any upcoming maintenance I might need to start planning for. I usually have to save up ahead of time for anything more than an oil change, so the more notice I have, the better! I highly recommend Almar for everyone, and particularly for women, if you are just tired of being taken advantage of financially at the other auto shops. In my experience over the last 13 years, these guys are legit and honest.

I took my vehicle there about 3 weeks ago because my AC was blowing hot air. They "diagnosed" my problem, claiming I had 2 separate leaks and would need $1,300 in repairs. Needless to say I was stressed, but I trusted these people. I have taken my vehicle there for the last 4 years. Fortunately, before I left I found out ownership switched not too recently. I ended up taking my vehicle elsewhere, and had it fixed for $100. The other mechanic showed me how there weren't any leaks. I went back to Almar to ask for my deposit back, assuming they messed up royally and weren't thieves, and was treated incredibly rudely by the owner, "Rusty." He wouldn't look at me, tossed the receipt around, and told me something along the lines of "give him his money back, but when your AC goes bad in 1-2 weeks...." It's been 3 1/2 weeks and my AC still is blowing ice-cold air. NEVER TAKE YOUR VEHICLE HERE. They are either cheats, liars, and thieves, or so grossly incompetent that they could accidentally cost you $1200 extra in repairs.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for all your help this past week. For anyone reading, I live out of state, had an issue with my 2001 Explorer with 109,000 miles. I leave the vehicle here in NC and fly in monthly. I had no idea who to call. I did a google search and read some of Almar's reviews and called. We arranged to have my car towed to Almar. Andy's communication was excellent, he evaluated the issue and also advised me of the condition of my front brakes, which I already knew. He never tried to sell me anything I didn't need to stay safe. There was no pressure and the work was excellent. And to top it off, this was ALL done by phone. They finished the car as promised, left it out front for me the night I flew in and I just took a cab over to pick it up. Long story short....too late...I would highly recommend Almar Auto for your repairs. Everyone I spoke with was friendly and they took great care of me.....and I'm picky. Thanks for doing it right the first time!

If you are looking for a trustworthy mechanic, look no further. I have been here three times now and each time Almar Auto has consistently delivered timely, exceptional, and trustworthy service. They make sure to gain my approval before moving forward with any repair needs they discover. Recently, Rusty went above and beyond for me in ensuring that a warranty claim was submitted before I left the shop with my repaired vehicle, which I really appreciate. Almar also offers a Costco membership discount—Rusty mentioned that their Costco rep had been in recently and the rep stated that Almar is the only place they have never heard a customer complaint from (and this rep deals with all Costco-affiliated shops across the US). I am absolutely not surprised to hear that the Costco rep said this. Almar Auto team, thank you for being a fantastic example of what a local auto shop can and should be!!

I live in Savannah, I was travelling to Charlotte to see my son. On I-95 I hit the mother of all potholes. I continued to Charlotte but when the traffic slowed down and I had to accelerate, the car made a terrible noise. I tried to call the local dealer but received no response. My son suggested Almar. I called late Friday afternoon. He said they were closed over the weekend and couldn't look at it until Monday. Monday morning around 9AM they called and reported that all of the motor mounts we destroyed, and the transmission bolt holes were damaged. I requested that they make the repairs. At 4PM the same day I drove the car from Almar in perfect driving condition. I was expecting to have to rent a car to return to Savannah and return late that week to pick up my car. I can't thank Almar Auto enough for taking an out of town customer so quickly and offer such great service. Bill Toffey

This is my second time going to ALMAR and I'm never looking back. This is the place to go to in Charlotte to get ANYTHING on your vehicle fixed. The first time, I needed my shocks replaced and other places wanted to charge me over 2k and keep my car for a week.... Rusty fixed my car in a few hours and it only cost around 700. They also gave me some tips on how to better maintain my car and what might need to get done in the future + options. Today I dropped my car off because the heat wasn't working and Mike diagnosed and fixed my car in less than 3 hours and it was the cheapest price out of all the places I looked at as well. 11/10 recommend. Mike and Rusty are so nice, truly helpful and you can tell that they genuinely enjoy what they do and want to help you (not scam you). Don't bother with anywhere else, this is where it's at for reliable, affordable and quality car work!

The first time I went to ALMAR Auto Repair it was after being quoted outrageous prices for a fairly simple headlight fix. Rusty spent the time to find the part as cheap as possible and said that they would be done by the end of the day. They were actually done by lunchtime AND managed to save me an additional $10 in the process. As a woman who knows basically nothing about cars it was nice to find a place where it did not feel that I was being left in the dark or taken advantage of. When I needed a new steering rack I didn't consider anywhere else. They worked with me on the cost and were able to finish the work in a few short hours. Rusty and Mike were very welcoming to me and even offered to turn on Netflix while I waited. I could not recommend this place enough to anyone looking for quality service from trustworthy people.

I went here based on Google reviews that painted it in a very favorable light. Boy were they right. I was just going to get an alignment and I knew there was something pretty wrong with my drive train too. While they couldn't get the alignment done due to the other issue, they were able to find out what was wrong, and quickly. Not only was I not billed for the time (because I was coming back), they got the parts in and my car fixed the next morning. They were pleasant to deal with, easy to work with, and didn't try to do anything shady like I've dealt with at other shops. I was in, out, and on my way with a car that didn't shake like it was possessed in a few hours, and the repairs were very fairly priced. I will be using them in the future for any other repairs or inspections needed on my arthritic Camry.

STAY AWAY!!! I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE TO NO ONE. They only thing they have done is stress me out. My car was sitting at their shop for almost 2 months before they finished it. That's not the problem, what I'm annoyed about is after they said the car was fixed. I asked when can I pick it up and they told me i can't because the control arm is messed up and tried to blame the tow man. Then they want to sit up there and charge me over $500 to get it fixed. I just paid them over $4000 to get my transmission fixed.The tow company has already told me they are not responsible, which I don't blame them because they dropped the car off a long time ago. These people refuse to pay for the damage to my car even though it was in their care. If I could I would give them 0 stars!!!! All they want is money.

Rusty and his team are AWESOME!! Very honest, great work, and awesome pricing! Woodie’s Auto-Ballantyne was trying to charge me $1,047 for a fuel pump for my car. So I called around to compare pricing and I spoke to Kimberly at Almar. She was super friendly and took my info to have Rusty (owner) call me back. He called me back just 10 mins later and quoted $580 for the exact same service that Woodie’s was going to do for $1,047!! They are contracted with a towing company which was only $75 to get my car towed from Woodie’s. Which saved me another $25 instead of using my roadside!! I was VERY excited to have my car done in no time! I would recommend them to everyone!! And will definitely be going back for future work done on my car in the future!! My new go to for my car!

Almar Auto Repair has saved me over $1000 in the last 4 months just by being honest. When other places told me that I need repairs I truly did not need, Almar Auto took the time to check over everything that they had said was wrong to let me know that there was nothing wrong at all! If more companies operated with the honesty and care that Almar Auto Repair does, the world (and people within) would be more trusting of each other and greed would never be an issue. Thank you to Andy for operating such a great company and ensuring great customer service to each and every customer. Andy, I wish I could give you more than 5 stars, but I WILL continue to have my oil changed, tires changed, repairs done, etc. at Almar Auto Repair.

I am going back to this place for as long as I own cars. They were courteous and worked with me when I called to tell them I'd be late because of traffic, and then immediately got to work on my car when I drove it in. Only took 2 hours for front brakes and rear drum replacement. Rusty was very detailed in telling me what the diagnostic revealed, and explained the car stuff to me in a way that was easy to understand. Really appreciate his time and patience with me. The waiting room to really cool, lots of car models (even hotwheels!) stuff around the waiting area, and comfortable chairs. Also a small comics section of display. Also there were vintage style signs all around the walls, very nice atmosphere.

2008 GMC Acadia - the transmission went out at 80k miles. I took the car to Almar at the suggestion of our local shop. Almar is lucky to have Mary as she was friendly, efficient and beyond helpful. There was no sales job to have the transmission fixed when it was confirmed it would have to be completely replaced and she even offered suggestions on reliable makes and models when I told her we were going to replace the car instead of fixing it. It really was a pleasure dealing with Mary and Almar in general. If we didn't already have a local shop right down the street that we trusted, I would definitely make the drive into Charlotte to Almar for all my auto needs.

I travel in from out of town to Charlotte several days a week. I had a terrible noise coming from the rear end of my automobile as I pulled off the interstate. Called ALMAR frantically and they fit me in right away, determined that the problem was something that could be fixed simply (although it was also something that could have killed me driving at highway speeds) and didn't even charge me the labor!!! While I wouldn't expect THAT sweet a deal regularly I will concur with other reviewers that their prices are certain fair and I would trust them to charge me only for what I need. I've never had that kind of courtesy and care out of any other repair shop.

I went looking for a mechanic for my 2000 VW New Beetle on the web and read about many shops in Charlotte. The one who caught my eye was the one who described themselves as “LGBTQ Friendly.” I was amazed and impressed that a shop would put that in their description. I had been quoted an enormous amount to fix my car so I went to Almar for an estimate. Rusty, the owner, was a very pleasant and honest gentleman. As were everyone I came in contact there. They fixed my car for a reasonable price and I have returned many times since. This is a kind and nonbiased shop and they are friendly to all who come through their doors. I’m really glad I was one of them!!

As a female it is always scary when your car stops working and you need to trust someone to fix it for you. Almar has been taking care of my cars for the past 14 years. They are knowledgeable, reliable and have taken great care of my vehicles. I am confident bringing my vehicle to them for maintenance and repairs as they never recommend unnecessary services, and are always looking out for my safety and well being. I have recommended them to friends and they have received the same honest and trustworthy service that I have appreciated over the past decade. I can't recommend them enough, great service in a timely manner and fair pricing, they can't be beat.

From the get-go, Almar Auto impressed me with their quick response to schedule me in for a service and also explain to me what work needed to be done. The staff was knowledgable and friendly. One of the reasons I came in was for my headlights - they were so fogged over it was difficult to drive at night. I asked them if I needed new headlights; they offered to instead buff out the headlights and were able to bring them back to like-new quality - which was much more affordable than buying brand new ones. I definitely trust these folks to work on my vehicle and recommend them to friends and family who are in need of a dependable auto shop they can trust.

I have been going to Almar Auto for over 4 years now. It has been one of the best decisions I ever made. They are honest and have integrity - their prices are fair and reasonable and their work is excellent. I am a transplant from the North with very little family here. I feel like I am talking to my Dad or my uncles when Andy gives me advice. Recently I had 4 worn tires and with 2 nails in one of them. Andy recommended a few tire options, took time to explain the differences plus even gave me the name of a direct tire dealer where I could possibly save a few dollars. I opted to stick with family and my car is back to riding smooth!! Thanks guys!

Long-time customer. Friendly atmosphere. Honest and dependable. We have four autos that are serviced by Almar. Would not think about frequenting another establishment for maintenance and repair work. Unlike the chains, Almar does not suggest repair(s) unless absolutely needed. Pricing is reasonable and there is no need for a second opinion. Work is done as stated and completed as agreed. I have referred numerous customers and all have expressed gratitude. Can't say enough about my experiences with Almar. The owner is active in the day-to-day management and activities of the business and is always available if needed. Try it!

Unfortunately had a water pump and timing chain done by almar last year around this same time .Was told by the ford dealership this mechanic shop put aftermarket parts on my car not original parts from them and now not even a year later I’m having to do the same repair is cost me 2600$ to repair I have a family of 6 that depend on me. rusty told me he could do the repair but the warranty want cover it because of how many miles I drive. I also called advance and autozone and they told me all water pumps have 2 year or lifetime warranty I feel I just gt over on only thing I can do is leave this review hope it helps others

I've taken two vehicles to Almar and have been extremely happy with the service there both times. Most recently I took my jeep there with a complicated electrical issue. It had been damaged during a speaker installation but the folks who did the install couldn't figure out exactly what had happened or what was wrong. I had it towed to Almar where Rusty and his crew were able to diagnose and fix the problem. He updated me frequently regarding the status of the repair and he even communicated with the guys at the car audio shop and they ended up covering the repair. I won't take my vehicles anywhere else in Charlotte.

Rusty Berger And Mike did the work on my Toyota Camry le 2003 head gasket leak with coolant dripping from the engine. They did the repairs for about $2989 took around 12 days but they have done a very professional job. My car runs like new . Silent engine smooth running and yet has the power for a car having 138000 miles on it. I recommend this repair shop as they do a very honest professional job and guarantee the work done which even the Toyota dealer service centers don’t give. Over all great experience with race car builders. Thanks Rusty ,Mike on a job well done saved me from totaling my car.

I purchased a classic car from Rusty. I visited his shop several times and spent several hours there on each visit. Once I saw Rusty interact with his customers, I knew I was dealing with an honorable man. I have spent many years of my life in the automotive business and I know how it is supposed to be done. Rusty shares my principles as to how to treat his customers and how to run a business in today's climate. He listened to each customer and you could tell the customers trusted their car to Rusty's group of technicians. The business world needs more people like Rusty.

Integrity, transparency and great repair work- that's how I would describe my experience with Almar. Rusty (who is the owner) does the right thing even when no one is looking. Recently I brought in my car to have a steering issue evaluated (and ultimately fixed). Rusty's highly-experienced technicians uncovered the problem and then Rusty found out that there is a service bulletin for my car that the manufacturer will repair for free. Rusty even went so far as to call the manufacturer with my VIN# to confirm it was covered. That's integrity! Needless to say I trust Almar.

I have been going to the shop since 2016 when I lived near S blvd, and still go there for ALL my car needs even after moving away. I entrust them with the care for my car from the basic oil change, to brake pads/rotors and much more. They do an excellent job while saving you the most money. As a female, it is a constant struggle to find a great mechanic that has the best intent and is not just there to take your money. I am happy I was able to find this place early on. I have recommended it to my other friends as well. Overall, it is a small shop that does great work.

I was really displeased with the customer service and repairs to my vehicle. Rusty was completely rude and unprofessional to me and I questioned the ethics behind what I was charged and it made me lose trust in any repairs they suggested. So much so that I decided to get a new vehicle rather than letting them continue to work on mine. I felt as though they were attempting to take advantage of my situation and suggest what was best for their shop and not necessarily for their customer. I will never return here, nor would I ever recommend someone come here.

When I lived in Charlotte, I took my Nissan Altima to Andy for ~4 years. Great service and excellent work. I had many different repairs with my car over the years as I had 115,000 when I bought it and about 190,000 by the time I moved away from Charlotte. I never had to bring the car back to Andy more than once for the same repair . Most important, I appreciate the honest in all the repairs, never got pushed to do work when not needed or work that seemed unnecessary. The car is still running and hit 210,000 miles, no issues. Thanks for all the work!

This place is the absolute worst shop I've ever encountered. My vehicle was misdiagnosed. After the second diagnosis, I was quoted 820.00 to repair a hose leak to the AC compressor. I was told only the dealer carried the hose and it would be 400+. I immediately check Parts Geek and found the hose for 30 bucks. I was also charged 2xs for the diagnosis even though they misdiagnosed it the first time. Trust me, you would be better off going to another mechanic. to put it in perspective, I'd go to the the dealership before returning here.

Four of my clients recommended Almar Auto Service, so I checked it out on the internet. Impressed with the reviews I made an appointment for my wife's car and mine. Both times they have been absolutely amazing. They think quickly on their feet, are accommodating and honest. I have never seen so many people walk into a car repair shop with a smile. I have to say my own personal experience was fantastic as well. They are reasonable in price and don't suggest unnecessary repairs. I definitely recommend them to friends and clients.

I have been going to Almar for years. There are times I'll move out of the city and it is heart breaking knowing I don't have a trustworthy mechanic shop. I brought many vehicles for them to work on, but mostly the basics. If major work is needed, the pricing is decent. It's almost dealership work, with no dealership price. When work is completed on your vehicle, they will let you know the status and future maintenance if needed. I was recommended by import works to come here, and my acura tl was their first customer.

I spoke with the owner Rusty and I told him my problem with my back brake tail lights were coming on, but I wasn't hitting the brake pedal at the time they were on. He listened and told me to bring my car in, they quickly got my car in and found the issue and gave me an estimate total. So I gave them permission to do the repairs. I am very satisfied with the service that was provided. I very much recommend Almar Auto Repair for your automotive repairs; and I will be returning for any future repairs that I may have. GG

What a great experience!!! I was dealing with my 2004 Pontiac Grand Am over heating and AAA Car Care could not figure it out. They were also going to charge me $1,200 in Labor just to figure out the problem. I did research and decided to have my car towed to Almar. They not only figured out my coolant was leaking and I need my heater core flushed, but they did it for an unbelieveable price. I am new to Charlotte and I'm so glad that I now have a reliable place to take my car. Thank you Mary and Matt!

Rusty and team are my guardian angels. I have been a customer for over 5 years and this team is now my family! I am happily greeted by Rusty or Mike at every visit, regardless of how busy they are or how big my car problem may be. They are professionals that always explain very clearly the work that needs to be done to repair my vehicle(s), and I trust them completely. I appreciate all of their hard work and value their advice. I would give them more stars if I could! Highly recommend!

I’ve been going to ALMAR for around 10 years and I’ve never been disappointed. What I like best is their honesty and prices. I’ve gone to a dealer for warranty or recall work or gone to an oil change place that was closer to my office, and been told I needed to have X work done. I told them not to do it and then I took it to ALMAR for their input. Sometimes ALMAR has agreed with them, but there have been several occasions when ALMAR said there’s nothing wrong with my car.

Almar is wonderful! My family has been going to Almar for years, and when I moved to Charlotte, I only take my car into Almar too. Mary, Andy and the staff are very, very friendly, knowledgeable and upfront with everything. They even worked me as a walk-in one day when my battery died. I called and Mary said to come by, and I was there for maybe 20 minutes. Almar really cares about their customers and do everything they can to help. I would definitely recommend Almar!

This is an excellent place, the people are friendly and take the time to explain the repairs and their suggestions. I took my car in due to muffler noise. Initially they said they would have to replace the entire muffler, however after taking the part off the car, they saw that they could save me money by replacing only part of the part. They saved me several hundred dollars in repairs, without sacrificing repair quality. I will always be taking my cars to this shop.

Almar always has wonderful customer service and they are very honest and trustworthy. On at least one occasion I've taken a vehicle in because a service light was on, and when they found that I had accidentally pushed a button or the light just wasn't reset, I was out in 5 minutes free of charge. They work quickly, Mary always greets you with a smile and a kind word, and I've never had to wait more than three days to get an appointment. Would highly recommend!

Superb service and extremely friendly. I was in the Charlotte area on vacation with my wife and two small kids and on the day we were scheduled to leave, we had a mechanical problem with our van. I called Almar Auto Repair and they worked it into their schedule and got us back on the road that same afternoon. Mary, the front desk lady, was so friendly and the owner, Andy, treated me like a lifelong friend and customer. I highly recommend this establishment.

I had a leak in my truck's AC discharge hose. Other repair shops didn't have any appointments available for weeks out, but Almar was able to get me in within a few days. Once I took it in, they were quick to find the problem and repair it, so I was in and out in a couple hours. The staff were friendly to everyone that came in, the price was reasonable, and I was even able to get some work done while I waited in the lobby using their WiFi. Great experience

As I mentioned to Rusty on the phone this morning, I am cheap. I hate paying $$$$ for things like car repairs. However, this week I brought my 2006 Toyota Highlander in for a pre-road trip check. Among the problems was a hum in the rear of the vehicle. I had to replace the wheel bearings. which wasn't cheap, but it was the best value for money. My car drives like a dream. I can honestly say that I'm grateful to have my car back in tip top shape.

I brought my van in with a check engine light on. Was told it’ll cost $2,000 to be repaired, I paid that with no problem. Was given my van back with the same issues that I brought it in for and the check engine light was still on. They don’t stand by their quality of work at all and if you’re expecting them to correct anything they’ve done be prepared to pay them again to fix the EXACT SAME ISSUES. Waste of time and even a bigger waste of money.

I have been a customer of Alamar Auto for many years and I'm very satisfied with their service. I can always trust that they will be very honest and upfront for any repairs that are needed and I will not be overcharged. Rusty and Mike are always very kind and helpful. I have referred many friends and family to them, and I must say I'm a very satisfied customer!!! Rusty and Mike keep providing top notch service!! Thank you!!!! Renee

When we first moved to Charlotte, I selected Almar Auto from my Google search based on their excellent reviews. I have not regretted anything and never looked back. Almar Auto and Rusty are dependable, honest, meticulous and prompt. They give timely updates on what's wrong with my cars and their pricing and their work is excellent. I would recommend Almar Auto anyone who wants to know a great Auto Repair Shop in Charlotte.

Wonderful service! Was passing through Charlotte on vacation with my family and the SUV started making weird noises. I showed up at Almar at 4:30 on Friday. After Andy found out that we were in a bind and trying to get home, he went into action. He and his master mechanic quickly diagnosed a failing hub assembly, found one, and installed it. The pricing was fair and the quality of the work excellent. Highly recommend!

I’ve used the crew at Almar for my vehicle service for the past 10 years and have always been happy. Trust is important to me and a small shop with long term staff makes building trust and relationship possible. On top of that they’ve always done excellent work and stood behind it. Over the years they’ve performed about every kind of service there is - from tires to transmission to AC. I highly recommend them.

Moved down to Charlotte earlier this year. First priority for me is always finding a good mechanic I can trust. I was recommended Almar by a friend and could not have gotten luckier. Great service, friendly customer relations, fair and honest pricing, and even the waiting room is awesome. If you are wary of mechanics like I am from bad interactions in the past, you have no worries with Almar!

Mike and his team are outstanding! My Honda's AC compressor needed replacement and they got it done within a few hours of calling, for significantly less than it would normally cost for a Honda. Also, the new compressor included a two year warranty! Very friendly, professional, knowledgeable and quick! Now my go-to repair shop when I'm in Charlotte! I highly recommend them!!! Thank you!!!

I've been taking both my cars to Almar Auto for years. As soon as my service contracts expired with the dealers, I started using Rusty and his team for all our service. We have both domestic and European cars. The guys have the ability to make them feel new after every visit. The prices are competitive and they will remember you by name. Almar has earned a loyal customer.

Rusty and his crew are fantastic. I came in with a destroyed tire and rim, and not only did they get the job done as quickly as possible, they also fixed the bent rim in lieu of replacing it, which I was thankful for on such an old car. The price quoted was fair and reasonable, and it was what I paid after service was complete. Thanks guys- very well done!

Great place to have vehicles serviced. Honest and fair pricing. Before I sold my company, I used to have them work on my entire fleet. They always took care of our problems as fast as they could get the parts. Super reliable and always honest about what should be done to the vehicle. I highly recommend them. There aren’t many places left like ALMAR Auto.

My car had an unfortunate, unexpected issue. ALMAR took it on within an hour's notice. Workload permitting, they were able to take a look at it the same day and issue a quote for repair. They obtained the part as quickly as possible and performed the work in record time, finishing early, getting my car back on the road. Thank you, ALMAR!

By far one of the best experiences I’ve had dealing with repair shops. Rusty was super helpful and honest with me the entire time my vehicle was in the shop. Called me with updates regularly and asked my permission before moving forward with repairs. Problem has been fixed. Nothing but good words, very satisfied!

Having my Jeep repaired at ALMAR was a great experience - and I'll definitely be back. They we're quick to diagnose the problems, call me with an accurate estimate, and repair the vehicle in the same day. I was able to drop my vehicle and catch the train into uptown. Plus, Rusty and his staff are cool dudes.

Almar was very helpful, friendly and HONEST. They were such a big help after I went to Firestone and tried to install a new battery into my car for $375 when nothing was wrong with my old one. Plus, Firestone charged me to "test my battery". I am definitely taking my car back to Almar from now on, love them!

I've lived in Charlotte for 5 years and I have come to Almar Auto every time I need anything done to my car. They are trustworthy and candid and will always give you good advice on what course of action to take. I really appreciate the work they do, Rusty, Mike, and everyone else who works there.

I thank Almighty God for the service I'd received from ALMAR Auto Repair. Their customer service was great, their service was fast and convenient for me when my power steering went out on my 2012 Malibu. Now I'm riding with ease and I am safe. Thank you Rusty and your family for your service..

It’s been a while since I’ve needed their services but I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND these guys. They’re honest, hard working , efficient, and overall wonderful to work with! These guys are top notch!! I would recommend them in a heartbeat! Thank u Almar Auto for being a true diamond in the rough!

I've taken a few company vehicles in here for maintenance and repairs and just recently brought my personal truck in here for some repairs. They are always friendly and professional, they have fair pricing, and so a great job every vehicle I've taken there. I would definitely recommend them.

I have been using Almar Auto for several years now for my car maintenance and repairs. Rusty and his team have consistently provided quality service in a timely manner at reasonable prices. They are honest, professional, trustworthy, and do good work. I highly recommend Almar Auto Repair.

I just used ALMAR for the first time and was extremely pleased with their work. They were able to get me in quickly and provided excellent communication and service throughout the process. I will definitely be back and will refer them to others. Thanks for a great auto shop experience!

Rusty was a pleasure to work with. He went above and beyond in every aspect. He was transparent and addressed any issues with my vehicles thoroughly. I would recommend Almar’s to any and everyone. Finding a trustworthy mechanic is hard, and I am delighted to have found someone.

I want to give a shout to to Rusty, Mike and the Almar crew for always taking care of my fleet of vans. We rely on our vans to be operational and on the road 24/7. Almar makes sure we are taken care of and always have a spot to Fit us in if an emergency pops up. Thanks, Almar!!

Great shop!!! Rusty & his crew were so helpful! They explained EVERYTHING and took care of my car issues without gouging the prices. They are knowledgeable, friendly, and extremely accommodating. Would recommend them for ANY car repair and/or problem!!!!!

Rusty and the guys at Almar are awesome. I had engine issues fixed here a few months ago and most recently had an inspection, oil change and break lights fixed. They’re honest, transparent, and personable. Will continue going to them for my auto needs.

After looking around Charlotte for good mechanics for older vehicles for many years, I think the search is over. Rusty and the gang got my '69 Bronco running better than it has in years! Got her in and out quickly and they really know their stuff!

Mike, Rusty and team always do an amazing job. They are always very transparent with any additional repairs that need to be done. I always receive a call if they encounter additional items needing repair unlike other mechanics I’ve been to.

My radiator cracked beyond repair while I was in town for military duty. The guys at Almar stayed late on Friday evening to troubleshoot the problem and order a part for me, and when the part came in Monday they had it fixed and tested by

After 'shopping' around from continually being over priced on auto repairs I found Rusty and Almar Auto. They charged me a very, very fair price and even threw in some free work. Who does that?! The work was efficiently completed and done

I don’t know why the ratings for this place are so high. Dropped my car off for a diagnostic and ended up getting quoted $450 on 1 hour of labor for a total bill of $840. That’s right, over half the bill is for labor!! As labor pricing is

If all mechanic shops were like Almar Auto Repair, no would would ever have a negative word to utter about mechanics. I've had major repairs here and the prices are fair. I even heard that an engineer who knows everything about cars. He

I was not prepared for the level of customer service at Almar. From the comfortable, family-friendly waiting area to the repairs on our car, everything Almar does makes the customer a top priority. We were passing through Charlotte on a

They are always very courteous and able to fix my car with any problem that I’ve had and in a very timely manner. I would definitely refer anyone to use them. They are also cost efficient compare to the dealership that I used for years

I have been going to Almar Auto for a few years now, and truly trust Andy and his gang with my car. As someone who acknowledges having less knowledge about cars than she should have, I admit to having to ask a number of questions that

I have been taking my cars to Almar for years. They are extremely trustworthy and honest about repairs you do or do not need. They just saved me a ton of money on a used car. I challenge you to find a more honest mechanic than Andy!

Second visit to Rusty and in my 77 years on this earth, this is the best automotive service I have ever experienced. Big time kudos to Rusty and his staff. Will highly recommend to all friends and associates. A 10 star experience!!

I have worked with Almar for 2008 Honda Fit, 2019 Hyundai Elantra GT N-Line, Saab 9-2x and more! Timely, great customer service, explains the work being done, and budget minded! I continue to recommend Almar to friends and family!

Have been with them for 4 years and have always taken very good care of me and my car. They are honest, straightforward, and very friendly. Highly recommend to anyone! So grateful for everything they've done for me and my car.

Over the past 10 years my entire family and I have used Almar Auto. Even after moving to Charleston I still happily make the 3 hour trek back. They are absolutely life savers and we would would never go anywhere else!

Rusty and his crew at Almar, have been a trusted auto shop I have visited for many years! They are an extremely reliable and consistent shop and I'm so thankful I have them to take the best care of my car!!

Been here a few times for minor repairs on my mercedes, price beats/is competitive with most places, very respectful and professional like no other, will be taking my car here plenty more times to come.

Updated review 2 years after the orginal: Almar is staffed by professionals who will be straight with you about what is wrong with your vehicle, and the best way to proceed. Even if it is not in their

I had my alternator replaced. This is a great place to go. Super friendly, fast repair, great prices and very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend, I am very happy with my service!!!!!!

these guys are the real deal. fixed a leak no one else could and saved me thousands of dollars. strait shooters and great communication. they kinda place i’d recommend to anyone

Finally a repair shop that I trust completely! My whole family uses Almar and we all feel the same. They may not be the cheapest, but you get what you pay for. Highly recommend!

Honest auto owner and team. I have brought all of my cars here for service for many years. I recommend Rusty and team to anyone I know needing an honest and reliable car shop.

Worst experience. They left a cover off my car but told me it wasn't there to begin with, so basically calling me a liar. I wouldn't recommend them to change a light bulb.

I have been taking my cars to Almar for more than a decade. Having a repair shop that you can totally trust and depend on just makes your life a bit less stressful.

Rusty is a straight shooter & so easy to work with. He gets us in when it’s convenient for us & the car always runs so smooth when we pick it up. Thank you!

Thanks to Almar Auto for helping me and wife out numerous times from small to big on our vehicles. Rusty and his crew go above and beyond !!

This place is awesome, they’ve taken good care of me each time I visit. Reasonable prices and great service. Highly recommend

I have been going to Rusty and Mike for years. Always prompt courteous service. And they consistently do quality work.

ALMAR recently serviced my 2008 BMW. Rusty and Mike are very knowledgeable, honest and responsive. Highly recommended!

Great auto shop! Rusty, Mike and team are knowledgeable & trustworthy. Been a customer for over 15 years.

Mike and Almar team always come through with great timing and grade A customer service! Thank you

Local trusted service, reputations matter and they have a great one!