Tadokoros Saeilo Motors Pitstop

Honest and competent, indeed. I also came here on a friend’s referral. I’ve come twice and both times were a pleasure. You will not be nickel-​and-​dimed here — the fees are very reasonable!
It’s sort of close to the 61^st station stop on the 7 line — about a 10 – 15 minute walk.
I might rate this place higher, but I don’t really have much experience with other mechanics to honestly compare.

Finding a honest and competent mechanic is like finding money on the sidewalk… you have to look really hard sometimes.
A friend of mine referred me to this auto repair shop because I needed a mechanic to change a leaking oil pan, fluids and get an inspection (in Queens).
Of all the repair shops I’ve been to, this shop has a Japanese owner (which is a rarity in NYC). The mechanic who did the work is Mexican… not that it would make a difference because a good mechanic is a good mechanic no matter who he is. Most of all, they’re willing to do the labor if I bring the replacement parts.
As for the shop, it’s small and cluttered with three lifts. It has a second level loft-​like sitting/​waiting area for customers. Guys would not mind hanging out to wait but If you’re a female customer, this place is no powder puff shop.
The work done on my SUV was completed quickly without major issues. The price charged was reasonable because I expected it to be more.
As a owner of a car hitting 100k miles and planning to drive it a few more years, I would return to this repair shop for future work (if I can’t do it myself).