Ideal Engine autorepair?

[pch1.livejournal.com]

Hey kids,
Those warning lights are illuminating my dashboard so I guess it's time to get my 4Runner checked out. Does anyone have any recent experience with the folks at Ideal Engine auto repair? I checked out Yelp but there hadn't been a review since 2011. They are right on my street so the convenience factor is high for using them. Thanks for the feedback!

Comments

[totient]

Same folks there as in 2011, except on top of that they've hired one of my favorite mechanics. Definitely recommended.

[nonelvis]

I've used them for years and been very happy with them. They aren't cheap, but they've always treated me fairly, they're really friendly, and they've turned around my car the same day provided I called for an appointment first. They can also arrange for a loaner car if you need one.

ETA: Never mind, I am an idiot who thought you were talking about a different company that is nowhere near Davis Square. Apologies.

[misterthorn.livejournal.com]

Not sure what's up with Yelp, but there are 20 suppressed reviews there, a few from 2013. Most of the suppressed reviews are positive. Do not anger the Yelp.

[totient]

Yelp will totally suppress your positive reviews if you don't bribe them not to.

[gruene.livejournal.com]

Probably refused to buy protection advertising from Yelp.

[lldald.livejournal.com]

They are great. I've brought our cars to Tim Hubbard since he was up on Highland Ave. He joined Dennis at Ideal several years ago and we followed him there. Both Tim and Dennis are really nice guys... honest and helpful. I've never felt that they pressured us to do unnecessary work and, to the contrary Tim will let me know what's needed now, what can wait, and what is just something to keep an eye on.

[pch1.livejournal.com]

Thanks for the feedback, it is most reassuring!