Mitchell's Auto Repair : Best - Honest - Reliable

Made an appt with Mitchell's based upon reviews on this site, Mitchell, himself, answers the phone and is very pleasant, helpful and seems knowledgeable. I asked him if he had experience servicing my make of foreign car and he said he had one on the lift that very moment adding that he was very familiar with them. A headlight and brake light were out so that was #1 on my list to replace as well as checking the source of an oil leak and a noisy muffler. I left the car with him first thing in the morning of the day of my appt. By mid day he thought he found the source of the oil leak and said he needed to get the part which he was unable to do that day. The next day, the part still hadn't arrived. On the third day, I told him I needed my car back for the weekend whether repairs were completed or not, and told him I'd return when he had the part in the shop. I drove away with the muffler repaired at a high cost but the 2 lights still out. It was disappointing to me that he didn't replace the light bulbs in that time. I didn't return. My mechanic in my hometown who specilizes in repairs of my make of car is able to diagnose, obtain needed parts and complete repairs of most problems the same day. Maybe I have been spoiled but Mitchell's didn't meet my level of satisfaction. more

Made an appt with Mitchell's based upon reviews on this site, Mitchell, himself, answers the phone and is very pleasant, helpful and seems knowledgeable. I asked him if he had experience servicing my make of foreign car and he said he had one on the lift that very moment adding that he was very familiar with them. A headlight and brake light were out so that was #1 on my list to replace as well as checking the source of an oil leak and a noisy muffler. I left the car with him first thing in the morning of the day of my appt. By mid day he thought he found the source of the oil leak and said he needed to get the part which he was unable to do that day. The next day, the part still hadn't arrived. On the third day, I told him I needed my car back for the weekend whether repairs were completed or not, and told him I'd return when he had the part in the shop. I drove away with the muffler repaired at a high cost but the 2 lights still out. It was disappointing to me that he didn't replace the light bulbs in that time. I didn't return. My mechanic in my hometown who specilizes in repairs of my make of car is able to diagnose, obtain needed parts and complete repairs of most problems the same day. Maybe I have been spoiled but Mitchell's didn't meet my level of satisfaction. more

Thrilled to have found Mitchell. After calling three shops to get an estimate for my clutch on my Subaru Mitchell's price was the best by over $200. I asked him to check out a few other things which turned out to be fine. His phone estimate was accurate to the penny. I was on my way the same day. I will definitely return. Highly recommended. Pros: trustworthy, efficient, great prices Cons: no coffee machine more

Thrilled to have found Mitchell. After calling three shops to get an estimate for my clutch on my Subaru Mitchell's price was the best by over $200. I asked him to check out a few other things which turned out to be fine. His phone estimate was accurate to the penny. I was on my way the same day. I will definitely return. Highly recommended. Pros: trustworthy, efficient, great prices Cons: no coffee machine more

I went to this place because of the positive reviews, however I was blown away when I was charged $45 for 99 cent windshield wiper fluid! \r \r Although I do not doubt the knowledge of ""Mitchell"", he WILL take advantage if he can. (And he took advantage of me.) I asked him to just look at my car to see if it was driveable for a long trip. I mentioned a few problems and asked him for suggestions--although he never really investigated anything. He looked under my hood for ten minutes advised me to get a new muffler and then charged me $45....""to compensate for the windshield wiper fluid....."", he said. This, he charged after glancing at my engine and telling me my 91 Infiniti was indeed drivable and without any serious problems!!!!!!!\r \r I was never given an estimate beforehand, and I was very surprised to be charged anything (although a small fee is understandable). However, he charged me $45 for doing nothing and diagnosing by having a ""hunch"". Indeed, he could have set the price at anything and expected me to pay it, because he never quoted me a price beforehand. I will not be returning to Mitchell's and advise others to stay away unless you have serious car problems. He is not cheap and his business practices are questionable.\r \r Thanks! more

I went to this place because of the positive reviews, however I was blown away when I was charged $45 for 99 cent windshield wiper fluid! Although I do not doubt the knowledge of "Mitchell", he WILL take advantage if he can. (And he took advantage of me.) I asked him to just look at my car to see if it was driveable for a long trip. I mentioned a few problems and asked him for suggestions--although he never really investigated anything. He looked under my hood for ten minutes advised me to get a new muffler and then charged me $45...."to compensate for the windshield wiper fluid.....", he said. This, he charged after glancing at my engine and telling me my 91 Infiniti was indeed drivable and without any serious problems!!!!!!! I was never given an estimate beforehand, and I was very surprised to be charged anything (although a small fee is understandable). However, he charged me $45 for doing nothing and diagnosing by having a "hunch". Indeed, he could have set the price at anything and expected me to pay it, because he never quoted me a price beforehand. I will not be returning to Mitchell's and advise others to stay away unless you have serious car problems. He is not cheap and his business practices are questionable. Thanks! more

Found this place on the internet, read these other reviews, and he definitely lived up to it. Replaced the clutch on my old Subaru fast, and for a great price. Friendly and professional, took the extra time to explain what was done, and even checked out the belts for me. Estimate was right on point, and he explained all the charges. I'll defintely go back for any future work. I recently moved to BK and was concerned about finding a trustworthy place to take my car. I highly recommend this place. more

Found this place on the internet, read these other reviews, and he definitely lived up to it. Replaced the clutch on my old Subaru fast, and for a great price. Friendly and professional, took the extra time to explain what was done, and even checked out the belts for me. Estimate was right on point, and he explained all the charges. I'll defintely go back for any future work. I recently moved to BK and was concerned about finding a trustworthy place to take my car. I highly recommend this place. more

Blink and you'll miss it, but in this beautifully grimy little nook on 39th Street, Mitchell and main man Khan keep the motorhead light burning proud. Mitchell's the real deal - smart, affable and fast - and once you roll your ride into the entrance of his shop you'll never go anywhere else for automotive service. High-end Krautmobile? He's got you covered. Park Slope street beater? Bring it on. He'll tell you what you need and why, how much it'll cost and how long it'll take, and that's that. And if you want to hang around, he'll reveal the mysteries of the timing belt and tell you how to keep that 'check engine' light from ever coming on. He answers the phone himself. He knows your car better than you do. He bleeds 5W-30. And he's a truly nice guy. Pros: Honest, Skilled, Cheap more

Blink and you'll miss it, but in this beautifully grimy little nook on 39th Street, Mitchell and main man Khan keep the motorhead light burning proud. Mitchell's the real deal - smart, affable and fast - and once you roll your ride into the entrance of his shop you'll never go anywhere else for automotive service. High-end Krautmobile? He's got you covered. Park Slope street beater? Bring it on. He'll tell you what you need and why, how much it'll cost and how long it'll take, and that's that. And if you want to hang around, he'll reveal the mysteries of the timing belt and tell you how to keep that 'check engine' light from ever coming on. He answers the phone himself. He knows your car better than you do. He bleeds 5W-30. And he's a truly nice guy. Pros: Honest, Skilled, Cheap more

I felt helpless until I discovered Mitchell's Auto Repair. I was at the dealer, when I was told I needed a host of repairs immediatly. The cost was much more than I could afford and the car only had 47,000 miles. I called a friend who referred me to Mitchell's where I was given quick and professional service. He showed me what I needed and what I didnt and why.The repair was quick and at a fraction of the dealers price.While waiting I noticed a book on his desk written by guess who...What the experts may NOT tell you about auto repair, which I have since read...great easy reading. Mitchell Zelman has been my mechanic ever since Pros: fair price, honest, proffessional more

I felt helpless until I discovered Mitchell's Auto Repair. I was at the dealer, when I was told I needed a host of repairs immediatly. The cost was much more than I could afford and the car only had 47,000 miles. I called a friend who referred me to Mitchell's where I was given quick and professional service. He showed me what I needed and what I didnt and why.The repair was quick and at a fraction of the dealers price.While waiting I noticed a book on his desk written by guess who...What the experts may NOT tell you about auto repair, which I have since read...great easy reading. Mitchell Zelman has been my mechanic ever since Pros: fair price, honest, proffessional more

I drove here from Seattle in my '94 Subaru wagon, which is not in the most top-notch condition. I was here a few months when a belt or something broke and was very wary of most mechanics/garages that I happened upon. Luckily I found a similiar review of Mitch's shop, praising his expertise and (ever so important) genial personality. He is wonderful. He was articulate explaining the car's problem to me and making sure I approved of the repairs. He provided a very thorough assesment of costs and the time needed to do the work. As someone who was very unfamiliar with Brooklyn and local mechanics I consider myself so fortunate to have happened across Mitch's shop and would not hestitate to reccomend him to everyone I know. Pros: Articulate, Good Prices, Extremely Reliable more

I drove here from Seattle in my '94 Subaru wagon, which is not in the most top-notch condition. I was here a few months when a belt or something broke and was very wary of most mechanics/garages that I happened upon. Luckily I found a similiar review of Mitch's shop, praising his expertise and (ever so important) genial personality. He is wonderful. He was articulate explaining the car's problem to me and making sure I approved of the repairs. He provided a very thorough assesment of costs and the time needed to do the work. As someone who was very unfamiliar with Brooklyn and local mechanics I consider myself so fortunate to have happened across Mitch's shop and would not hestitate to reccomend him to everyone I know. Pros: Articulate, Good Prices, Extremely Reliable more