AA Auto Care and Tire

These guys were very nice and upfront about everything. Took my Tahoe to Mac Haik 8 times for a fuel pump issue. They never fixed it or even sent a manager to me. I asked AA some questions about my issues and they stopped me and said, i need a tune up is all, and maybe flush all my fluids as i am close to 100K miles. I went in for brake pad repair, ended up doing everything they suggested. Boyd was the head mechanic and was very helpful. So far my Tahoe is running as good as it did when i bought it. If you want an honest auto repair shop, this is it. Thank you guys for great service!

The guy was honest and forward about the price and steps taken and then followed thru exactly as he said.
I usually do all my own work, but got caught away from home and didn’t have the needed tools available. I wouldn’t mind using this garage again.
Thanks for your honesty.

Completed the brake job on time. Prices are high but no up sell on the turning of /​or replacing the rotors.
Owner stated that mechanic said that the oil level was bone dry, I checked it later and was a little less than one quart low.
Also said needed more repairs, I will investigate and see.

Ever need car repair in the Heights or Museum District areas. Check these guys out. Outside of my family mechanics these guys are great! Greg made me feel comfortable with the repairs after another shop didn’t do so great. #meinthecity

Great service. Greg the owner is fair and will not try to gauge and overcharge like the large chains. He treats you like he would want to be treated which is fair to both you and him.

What a great shop. Greg and the guys were able to take care of my car’s problem efficiently. And they are more than fair when it comes to dealing with the customer.
I am relatively new in H town and I am pleased I stumbled on this business. It was Unilocal reviews that led me here.

I would really like to like this shop, since I live down the block. Since Chuck left they are very difficult to deal with. Getting a simple estimate on work tends to be a major event. I cannot comment on the work they do under the «new» management, since each time I’ve taken a vehicle there I leave in frustration.

I went here after getting a nail in my tire. The first place I went to said that the tire needed replaced. I came here for a second opinion and they patched it and said it would be fine since the nail was on the flat part of the tire! Great, honest shop.

After reading so many bad reviews on other tire shops, I can across these guys, with tons of positive reviews. And they deserve it all. Very efficient and professional team. I visited to repair my flat tire and they fixed it under 20 min. Impressive

Very happy with my service. Seemed very nice and trustworthy. They replaced my breaks that were squeaking within 2 hours.

Had the timing belt replaced, but upon reviewing local shops the price was extremely high by comparison. Days later the check engine light came on, got the codes pulled from an auto zone that it was the cam sensor, but upon calling this place they refused to give a quote until they conducted their own diagnostics for a fee. They couldn’t guarantee that the diagnostic would reveal anything new, but only that it was required. Asked them what the cost would be if the diagnostic did reveal it was the cam sensor, but they still refused to give me any kind of quote. Due to the high price of that last repair and the shady non-​answers of the phone call I can’t recommend these people to anyone, but the severely desperate

Extremely honest shop. My wife went in asking to have all 4 of her brake pads replaced and they only did two upon her picking it up stating that they have a lot more life on the front. This is a rarity in my opinion and will keep our business.

They patched my tire in about 15 minutes right before they closed. They were very friendly and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend them for any car issues!

Brought my car here yesterday, after running a diagnostic at another workshop, the owner there quoted me a ridiculous price to fix the problems with my car. My check engine light was on, and after talking to Greg about it, he told me that he could order the parts to fix the problem and it would be done in an hour, and the price was much more reasonable than the price quoted to me by the other workshop.
When the repairs were done, Greg asked me if I wanted to pay using cash or card, paying by card would cost an extra $ 15 but I told him card since I didn’t have enough cash on hand at that time, he then pointed me to an ATM nearby where I could withdraw cash which I did.
If you are looking for honest, efficient and helpful service for your car, this is the right place to go. Greg and his team will take care of it for you!

Came highly recommended by my brother-​in-​law. Scored 5 stars on all my criteria including personable manager (Greg) who asked intelligent questions, clean waiting room, prompt service, and no attempt to upsell. In fact, after putting vehicle on lift and finding nothing to suggest a coolant leak, he charged me nothing.
This will be my go-​to auto repair shop for all 3 vehicles.

I called AA auto care last week after looking at reviews on Unilocal for an assessment on my car. I had previously taken it to another shop and spent over $ 500 on a connector that was later determined not to be the the solution to my car challenges. Greg, I believe the owner not only helped me troubleshoot on the phone prior to coming in, he was sympathetic to my situation of going to another shop and being charged for a part that didn’t help. Not only did he advise me what steps I needed to take, he didn’t charge me for his assessment knowing I will probably be spending a pretty penny when I take it to a specialist for electrical. This shop had definitely earned my recommendation and business for future car needs! You don’t get service like this often and it’s refreshing to know there are trustworthy, honest car shops that don’t nickel and dime customers! Highly recommend!

Got my tire repaired (it had a nail embedded) for $ 20. Fast (less than 30 mins) and friendly service. I think they also inflated my other 3 tires as well. Would try again.

This is one of those places tucked along Shepherd between Westheimer and San Felipe that’s easy to miss, but worth finding if you looking for knowledgable and honest car repair. Unlike the «big chains» it appears to be family run with a focus on giving you what you need, at a reasonable price in the time they promised vs. selling you everything under the sun. I think they actually care about their reputation and doing right by their customers — and it shows. I really wouldn’t take my car anywhere else now.
The first time I took my car in was for brakes that squealed when I backed up. I know nothing about cars and all I could think was «Oh no, how much is that going to set me back?» Turned out, they told me, that my brakes were glazed — oooohhhhh, no. Then they told me, if I could live with the occasional squeal they didn’t need replacing or well, anything. But, if not, they’d change them for me, but they didn’t necessarily recommend it as they presented no hazard. Wow. I’ve since had them do everything from tune ups to fixing windows that will no longer go up. They always go out of their way to find the most reasonable parts and solutions, keep me informed of what they are doing and how long it will take and delivering what they promise.
Bottomline: Looking for skilled, trustworthy car repair — this is the place.

I brought my car in a couple weeks ago because I was having issues with my car battery. I called in advance to get a quote and compare with other mechanic shops highly recommended on Unilocal.I was a little disappointed when I got my bill because it was $ 30+ more than the quote they told me over the phone (I think he just quoted me parts and not labor and taxes — something I should have asked and clarified) so if you call for a quote, be sure to clarify so you don’t get a surprise with your bill!
Anyways, the repair was done incredibly fast — under 20 minutes — which I appreciated since I had my two children with me (2 kids under 3 yrs…). Boyd did the repair and he was very friendly and thorough. He even showed me what he was doing and answered all my questions.
Fast forward to today — my car was dead AGAIN. I was really frustrated and concerned that maybe it was the alternator this time. After getting a boost, I drove my car to the shop and Boyd looked at it again. He tested the alternator and it was testing low so they told me it would be $ 250 for the part and $ 100 for labor. He also told me he’d take out my battery (it came with a 5 year warranty) and exchange it with a better one at no charge. After switching it out, they tested the alternator again and this time it was looking good. Boyd said he suspected there was a «short» in the battery they put in two weeks ago and he explained some other things to me that I didn’t entirely understand because of his slight accent.
Anyways, I wasn’t charged anything today, which is fantastic, but I’m still a little uneasy about the battery situation and why the first one they put in only lasted 2 weeks. I just pray and hope that this new one will prove its worth and I’m glad I have a warranty to rely on.
Overall, the staff was friendly and the service was quick. I’m not sure if repair costs are reasonable, so to be on the safe side compare with other well rated mechanics before you bring your car in.

After many years trading there, my wife and I have nothing but the finest things to say about the value, honesty, promptness and skills of Greg, Boyd and the guys at AA Auto — and they’re very friendly. What more is there to say about my neighborhood mechanics.
I need to edit this review because since writing the above, my wife was confronted with an impossible situation for a week where a dealer wanted an additional $ 1,750 + for a catalytic converter repair pertaining to an auto inspection nightmare. Greg at AA Auto told me to call his friend Steve over at MAACO Muffler in Bellaire who solved our problem in 2 hours for under $ 200. Thanks AA Auto.