Andres Auto Repair Service

I moved to Chicago fairly recently and, of course, I needed a mechanic. Not really knowing where to turn, I took a gamble with Andres and was pleasantly surprised that I wound up with a reliable and fair mechanic who does good and punctual work. more

Andres Auto is the only shop to service my car. Luis, the owner, is always there and is extremely knowledgeable. He is always thorough in explaining the repairs that are performed on my car and to point out which repairs are vital and which are preventative maintenance. He's also great at identifying potential hazards (like the time Luis told me I would need new tires and sure enough, six months later, one of my front tires was on the verge of bursting, causing the whole car to shake--totally my fault, I chose not to get new tires when he suggested). Andres Auto is reasonably priced, a bargain really for the services they provide because they have rectified every problem I've had with my vehicle, even when it has stumped other mechanics; my car was shaking and I took it to two other shops, both of which told me that all I needed was a tune up. After two tune ups within a month, Andres Auto discovered that anti-freeze was leaking and suggested using a sealant to stop the leakage instead of replacing parts, which would have been about 3 times more expensive--I have not been to another auto shop since. Luis and his mechanics are great! More than competent, honest, and reasonably priced--everything one looks for in a mechanic. Pros: Great mechanics, honest, reasonably priced Cons: Loaner cars are always kind of dirty (but then, who else offers the convenience of free loaner cars?) more

Our company, A-Appliance Xperts, has over 13 trucks which we use on a daily basis and is vital to our daily operation. Andres Auto has provided excellent service to all our needs including quick towing, prompt service at short notice and reasonible prices. As our company grows we will continue to use Andres Auto for all of our needs. Andres Auto also services our personal vehicles with the same care they provide for our commercial trucks. Pros: Prompt and great service Cons: none more

I went to Andres Auto for the first time about 12 years ago when my van would not pass the emissions test. They fixed the van and even brought in to the test facility for me. I have been going to many car repair shops over the years, but I keep coming back to Andres Auto. Luis, the owner does look out for his customers. I can now afford nicer cars so I don't need to go as often, but when I do, I am always happy. The last time I went in I thought that I needed an alignment on my car. I just had warranty work done and the car pulled to the right about a week afterwords. Luis(The Owner) found that the dealer did not do a good job and took pictures for me to bring to the dealer to repair the car the correct way. Not only did they fix the car, they did everything Luis told me to tell them as extra work to be done that was not under warranty but may have been damaged from the bad job. Luis would not accept any money from me for his time and pictures. I have never had a bad experience at this repair shop. Even when there is no money to be made from a repair he does the right thing. I am sold on this shop. more

I highly highly recommend this place. Was a fraction the price of the dealer. I actually wrote a 2000 character review but lost it when I click "done" and got "Internal Server Error, sorry for inconvenience." About that one negative review, completely unfounded. Don't knock it unless u have tried it. Luis, the current owner of Andres Auto repair was great to work with and I'm happy to say my car is running perfectly 1 week after it left the shop. Many thanks to the team at Andres Auto. Pros: Much much more affordable than dealer, great manager, very very timely repair, awesome staff Cons: kinda in a shady area...no cafe's to hang out in while car being repaired...make sure to either take Luis up on free loner car or arrange for someone to pick u up and drop you off when ur car is done. more

My wife initially took her car to Andres for emissions work, and was so pleased with the service that she received that she recommended the shop to me. We have since been taking our Volkswagens to Andres for a year now, and have continued to be very happy with the service we've received. The manager, Luis, is knowledgable, straight forward, and happy to accomodate. Their estimates are always reasonable, and they will take the time to make sure you are well informed about the work being done. Luis has gone out of his way to make sure that I was happy with the work they had done on my car. It's never fun when your car needs service, but at least you can take it to a place that you know is up front about the costs and means what they say. Pros: Honest and Personable more

i have been taking my truck to andre's auto service for about two years already and i would'nt go anywhere else .andre's auto service is very reliable and trustworthy, any problem i ever had with my truck was taken care of and resolved . i highly recommend andres auto service for you car or truck if you want the job done right . more

I used Cityseach to find this repair shop. The shop is very courteous, gives good estimates on what needs to be fixed as well as honest recommendations on other potential problems with your car. They have a web site (Look up Andres Auto Service using your favorite search engine) where you can book your appointment online. The owner is quite personable and friendly and gives good explanation as to the problem with your auto. I will give a strong recommendation for this repair shop. more

My 99 Acura was shaking while braking I had taken my car to several shops including Midas, Pepboys and after changing the brake calipers, brake rotors, brake pads, cv axles the car would feel just better but not quite right, I still had the vibration at the expressway while braking at 55mph. I didn't want to take my car to the dealer and after a friend recommended me to Andres Auto Service, I drop of my car Monday and later on the same day I got a call from Andres Auto. the told me the they found excessive brake rotor runnout and recommended to resurface the rotors on the vehicle I agreed to do the work. I picked the car the following day and I was amazed the way the car handled, no more steering wheel shaking. I happily give a 10 to Andres Auto and would recommend it to anyone, they are now my only shop for my american and foreign cars I own. Pros: Got my problem fixed right the first time more

My car had a clunk noise while turning the steering wheel, I took it to the dealer and they said it needed a new gear & pinion. I couldn't afford the price for the repair so a friend told me to try Andres Auto Service, After they inspected the car they told the noise was caused by loose bolts holding the gear & pinion. The car is fixed and the shop did a great job, I'm very pleased with the work and their honesty. Pros: Service writer really knows his stuff more

I have been taking my cars to Andres Auto Service for about 18 years and I'm very happy with the service and I trust them. It takes time to know your mechanic, once you find a good one stay there. more

Great Shop! My Jeep had failed the emission test several times and Andres Auto was able to fix it in one day while other shops couldn't figure it out in one month. Highly recommended Pros: work done on time and within budget more