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Sterling Automotive Repair
7 Illinois Rte 59, Aurora, IL 60504, United States
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Sterling Automotive Repair
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Ju
Review №1

Repaired my head gasket on my GEN V 6.2 on my 2015 Denali, flushed the coolant that had oil, trucks runs great and no more smoking. Super easy to work with and got the car completed on time. Thanks and appreciate the work you do for the community!

Sh
Review №2

So grateful for this shop! My hood latch broke while driving down 88 taking my grandparents to a doctors appointment. They were able to squeeze me in and get it fixed within 10 minutes so I could get back on the road safely. Very friendly and helpful!

Jo
Review №3

I needed the work done in a timely fashion due to a scheduled trip. Everything was fixed and the car was returned to me when promised. Ive been a long time customer and I am never disappointed.

je
Review №4

Best place in town, great work and honest prices

Ja
Review №5

Great place if you need your car repaired Marcus is awesome.

ma
Review №6

I dropped off my truck to Sterling automotive after having a conversation with one of the store reps. They told me labor per hour was $140 which I thought was fine I mean everybodys gotta eat and pay bills that wasnt to bad for getting under a vehicle and installing my running boards and bed extender as well as a soft trifold tonneau cover. The following day after said conversation I dropped the items and truck off and was told they were going to begin working on it shortly. Next I went home and called back in around 2 hours later to check on the progress, I was told the tonneau cover was installed and they were working on the bed extender and also that the running boards would not go on which I understood if I was sent the wrong boards nothing can be done. I headed into the shop after that conversation which took me about 20 mins to get there I then asked the front desk associate if I can go check on the progress of my truck which she said was fine. When I went into the work area I seen my tonneau cover installed which was fine, also I noticed that working on installing my bed extender was code for its out of the box and sitting there with no actual progress except removing the tape from the box which it came in. I stood there for fifteen minutes waiting for one of the two employees working on someone elses vehicle to respond to me so I could actually ask a question. I then went to the front desk and asked why has the only thing thats been installed is a topper that takes 20-30 mins tops in a period where I was going to be charged for 2 hours and 3/4 of a hour which would amount to $385 when the work they were performing was on another vehicle which was NOT MINE. In the end I told them put my items back in the truck and for a total on the install of the tonneau cover to which the woman at the front desk was shocked and looked as if she had no idea what was going on. After the main technician who was working on my truck told her to charge me a $100 bucks to get me out the door. Basically what Im getting at is if you would like to be robbed blindly and have your vehicle sit there for hours @ $140 per hour this is DEFINITELY THE PLACE FOR YOU. If not check on your vehicles Im sure I would have been charged for 4-5 hours and given a story of why it took alot longer than expected for install had I not stopped in to check on my truck. STERLING AUTOMIVE REPAIR IS A place where you go to donate your money while they work on your local neighbors vehicles.

Ed
Review №7

Great customer service.Very good technicians

us
Review №8

I feel as if i was overpriced and the quality of work performed wasnt the best as well. i had to go to another repair shop right after my car was released from Sterling Automotive to fix the problems that Sterling should have fixed in the first place

Da
Review №9

Made an appointment to have the routine maintenance done on my Bmw and it was done super quick and at a great price. will come back here for future maintenance

Re
Review №10

Our go to auto repair shop. Fair price great service. Highly recommend. I send all my neighbors here.

Ch
Review №11

Sterling Automotive Repair has such knowledgeable and professional staff. I truly would not trust anyone else with my automotive needs. My Jeep and I just love them!

Ry
Review №12

Be aware of the work done by Sterling Automotive Repair. They replaced Vanos solenoids on my 2008 BMW X3 and used very cheap aftermarket parts made in China that should never have been used. I had to have the cheap parts removed and replaced with the correct BMW parts (cost me $700) because of a check engine light that gave an error code for the Vanos solenoids. I would not recommend this shop.

Ju
Review №13

Sterling is the most reliable & honesty auto repair shop in IL. Every time the owner Mark is very patiently answer all the questions relate to the issues of our car & he is very knowledgeable of any car. Front desk Basia nice, polite. The repair price is reasonable. Highly recommend Sterling for anyone needs car repair.

Ti
Review №14

We absolutely love Sterling! Their warranty is awesome and they are always so welcoming and treat you as part of their family. I would highly recommend you give them a try.Pros: WarrantyQuality of workReasonably pricedCons: Sometimes its really difficult to get an appointment. Although this is not a con for the company sometimes it is for me. However they do offer a drop off service. This is where you can drop your car off at your convenience and put your keys in a secured box. No worries they will not fix anything until they speak with you.Overall they are well worth the wait. So go ahead schedule you an appointment today!!!!

J_
Review №15

Highly recommend Sterling automotive. Friendly staff, they have gone beyond my expectations on their service. They maintain all of my vehicles, from oil changes to replace timing belts, they can assist you with any of your vehicles mechanical needs.

Jo
Review №16

These guys are awesome! Fast quality work at reasonable price. The gal at the front is very nice. She even remembered my name on my second visit.

Sh
Review №17

Always a great experience!! The owners are fantastic people and its an excellent business. If you go to any other service/repair center they will over charge you for every little thing! If Sterling Automotive can fix something for your vehicle they will and with great quality work at a great price! Much recommend!

N
Review №18

Good service and nice people here. Markus the owner and technician is extremely efficient & honest. You can surely trust Sterling for your auto repairs!

Ro
Review №19

Had a wonderful experience when I gave my car for repair. The staff is very cooperative, helpful and friendly. I must say that their service is the best I ever experienced.I highly recommend to all.

Ha
Review №20

These guys are the best. I just needed a wear sensor because of damage. They saved me a lot of money. Highly professional. And great guys. Completely earned my trust.

Da
Review №21

I have used Sterling for years on all of our cars. The people and the service are outstanding. Very honest, very reliable and very nice. I highly recommend them as THE BEST service shop serving Naperville.

Ka
Review №22

Sterling Automotive earns a sterling 5-Stars in my book! Longtime customer, trust Sterling to accurately diagnose problems with our older Accord & Camry, formulate accurate free estimates & keep to them. They get the job done quickly & professionally. Many jobs are done same-day. This shop will notify you if they find unexpected safety hazards or problems that will get bigger if ignored, explain them fully before performing suggested work and will NOT pressure you to make repairs you dont need. This is not a cookie cutter shop; they know your name, your vehicle and care about how things are going...all part of a friendly, knowlegeable staff. Unlike some shops Ive worked with in the past, these guys treat women with respect & do not take advantage of folks unfamiliar with automotive mechanics. Prices are fair. If something isnt right, Sterling will make it right. Online appointment scheduling is a breeze. A clean, comfortable waiting area with great coffee is a plus! Highly recommended!!

Jo
Review №23

Always take my car here. They inspect everything and let you know of any issues with your car and ALWAYS call you before they start any repairs. They are very fast and always friendly. John is a great guy and very knowledgeable.

Ju
Review №24

Was greeted warmly by Margie at the front desk who promptly checked me in and offered me some coffee. I sat and relaxed in their waiting area which was comfortable while they worked on my car. Fonda, the owner, came out and said hello while I was waiting. I had an oil change and a windshield wiper change done and it was quick. I highly recommend this place!!

Hu
Review №25

I know my old car might have many problems, but they sure fixed the problem I wanted to fix. I could immediately feel the difference after the work - the car was so quiet that for a moment I wondered if I turned on the car. They might not be magicians, but they are real mechanic! Plus, what a lovely place to have your auto repair work done! Highly recommended!

De
Review №26

We have been taking our cars to Sterling Auto Repair for several years and have always been very happy with the quality of work and the integrity of the staff. They were recommended from a friend and our first experience was when our air conditioner died on our Toyota Highlander Hybrid. We originally took it to the Toyota dealer and they told us we needed an entire new system for $5000! We then took the car to Sterling and they did the repair for $350-- we did not need a new system as the dealer had told us! Since then, we continue to take our cars to Sterling and have been very satisfied with the quality of work at a fair price.

Pi
Review №27

Ive taken several of my vehicles in and always receive top notch service at a great price. Also they finish their work in a timely fashion. Thanks Sterling!

Ro
Review №28

I have been getting oil changes at Sterling for about a year now and I am always extremely satisfied with the cost and service. My experience today took that satisfaction to a new level.I know very little about cars and the only time I know when to go in for an oil change is when I either hit the mileage number or the date on the little sticker they give me after the last one. Today I was 1,500 miles under the mileage number but 3 months over the date. I figured I should schedule an oil change based on being over the date so I scheduled an appointment with Sterling. The worker started working on my car and after a few minutes came back into the lobby and told me I didnt need a change because I was so far under the mileage number and my oil was still clean. He could have easily done the oil change and taken my money but chose to be honest about the status of my car.This is without a doubt the best auto-repair shop Ive been to and I will be recommending Sterling to all my friends who are in need of auto work.

Li
Review №29

Always a pleasant experience. I get my questions answered and my car is repaired in a reasonable time frame. I can get my car in quickly and convenient to my schedule.

Ha
Review №30

Sterling Automotive is my choice auto repair shop. My wife and I have been going there for the past 6 years with our various vehicles. John and his team provide excellent quality service at a competitive cost. When I take my car in I can count on them to make sure the problem is fixed.

Jo
Review №31

Friendly staff. Inexpensive. Fast service. I trust going to this place they are honest and doesnt bs you like other places. I take my car here every time I cant fix something myself

Gr
Review №32

Their work is honest, professional, with unbelievably good service. I will not be going anywhere else from now on

Ri
Review №33

Marcus is a master technician and pretty much can repair any vehicle . He is honest and prices are fair the only mechanic I trust.

St
Review №34

I dont know how someone could give Sterling anything less than a five-star rating. I am a single woman, so its hard to find an automotive repair shop that I feel I can trust. Well, I have been a customer here for over 16 years, so that should tell you something. I have always been very happy with the service Ive received and never felt I was being pushed into having service done that I didnt really need. They are very friendly and accommodating when I wait for service. They even offer to drive me back home or to my office so I dont have to wait. Pricing has always been fair. I would recommend Sterling to anyone; and I do all the time!

Ma
Review №35

From the friendly young lady at the reception desk, to the informative and helpful mechanic, to the very comfortable waiting area, my experience with Sterling Automotive was superb. I needed new front brake pads and rotors, the whole job was completed within 2 hours, and the pricing was very reasonable. I definitely recommend Sterling Automotive.

Ka
Review №36

I took appointment of 10am at 9am on the same day. But when I reached there I was told to wait until 11 to get my car attended for oil change. But it was not attended until 1120 am. Finally I came out at 1210pm.Business should be considerate to honor the appointments and time of their customer.Although I was offered $10 discount for my wait but I was not at all happy after killing my more than 2 hours of Sunday morning.

Br
Review №37

The service from Sterling was great. The quoted price was exactly what I was charged, so thankfully no surprises. I got 4 new brand name tires and an alignment for a great price, and I know they were installed by experienced techs. I will be going there again when my car needs to be repaired.

Ca
Review №38

I broke down near by and managed to get the car started and in their parking lot. I dont live anywhere near Sterling, and I told them I had to get it running. The Sterling Team was very concerned that I was going to have to drive back to the city and wanted to make sure that I was safe. They felt very assured that the issue was a one time occurance and felt good to send me on my way. The entire staff was professional and courteous.

B
Review №39

John is a great guy. He goes above and beyond to get your car back on the road and will work with you. High quality products and services.

Ma
Review №40

I had my car towed to Sterling because it was close to where I was broken down and because I read a lot of positive reviews. Please dont believe the positive reviews!!!! They were really nice and accomidating a first, but things changed when they couldnt fix my car properly. Before I allowed them to work on my car I asked them specifically if what they were proposing would fix my car and they said yes. I mentioned this to them because I didnt want to dump a bunch of money into it, otherwise I would use that money towards a new vehicle. This just proves their greed and overpriced rates. Long story short, I had to bring my car back 4 times and they still couldnt get it fixed. They let me use their company truck a couple of times, but after the first time they told me I had to fill it with gas otherwise theyd charge me. This was their fault that I brought it back so many times....what about the gas I had to spend going back and forth several times! Then they determined that they needed to fix something else AND they were going to charge me with no discounts whatsoever. Remember, they guaranteed me it would be fixed the first time. I ended up getting rid of the car, but want people to know that this company is overpriced, not willing to stand behind their work and hard to work with! This is all based on my experience and is my opinion, but do yourself a favor, save the headache and go somewhere with a good reputation!

De
Review №41

Came in after scheduling an appointment and they took my car in right away. It was just the usual oil change but they took care of it very quickly and performed a free inspection as well. Nice, courteous staff too.

Je
Review №42

I have been going to Sterling Auto for about three years .Fonda and his team wereamazing and they always provided excellent service. I recently took my car in for service and they took care of me just like in the past. Im confident John and his teamwill continue the good service that I experienced in the past.I go to Sterling Auto because they treat me as if I was family.

T-
Review №43

Been going to Sterling for years under both prior and current management. Provide quality service at a fair price. Only perform what service needs to be completed and do not ever recommend repairs or parts which are not needed.

Pa
Review №44

I completely lost all electrical power in my truck and was stranded with a load of frozen goods. Sterling put me in contact with their towing service and got me to the shop quickly. My truck was diagnosed with a bad alternator and battery. Repairs were completed the same day and I was back on the road.

Sa
Review №45

Great service

Ju
Review №46

Fantastic experience & customer service. Was in town for the day from out of state visiting my 70-something yr old father who told me he did not have working a/c in his older car. John accommodated an unscheduled lookover of the air conditioning to advise of the problem. It ended up being a few broken parts so he ordered the parts promptly & ended up fixing it same day! On a busy Saturday!!! Appreciated Cindy & Johns honesty and professional customer service! Shop & waiting area was clean. And as an added bonus provides FREE nationwide roadside assistance with their warrantied repairs! Highly recommend this shop!

vb
Review №47

My car was being serviced at the Dealership and another famous repair center for the last two years after my recent move to Aurora/Naperville. When I explained my cars problems, Technicians from above facilities were fixing and suggesting new repairs constantly - that were not effective but also expensive. After doing research, I realized that the suggested repairs were NOT NEEDED.Read the reviews on this wonderful facility while searching for a more reliable automotive repair center. Spoke to John (big thanks) from this facility about the problems on my car and also hinted told about unwanted repair suggestions. He provided me with exact work that needed to be done and an estimate (BTW it was few hundreds of $ cheaper). I was bit skeptical but went ahead. I am so happy that my car is running like NEW.With new found confidence, I took my wifes car and she was extremely happy with her car too. That decision made me to write this review to spread the good job that this facility did on our vehicles.

Ro
Review №48

Highly recommend using the folks at Sterling always great work always reasonable pricing

Ph
Review №49

Ive been going to Sterling for years and their service has always been top notchHonesty brings them their businessI always recommend them when someone needs work done

Pa
Review №50

Very knowledgeable, honest and reliable service. I have been going to these guys for 7 years.

Mi
Review №51

We have taken all of our cars to Sterling for years. Sterling Auto is honest and provides the best prices and services to be found anywhere in the area. We will not take our cars anywhere else.

Pa
Review №52

Always appreciate the candid, honest evaluations and professional service. Been going here for over 10 years now with 4 different cards and always have a great experience.

sa
Review №53

John, Rich, Marcus & the rest of the Sterling crew are the best! They go the extra mile to make sure you are satisfied with the service they provide.

Ga
Review №54

I trust Sterling auto. I have had all my cars repaired with them. They are Great!

Ga
Review №55

I receive excellent customer service at Sterling Automotive. I have gone there for many years. I will continue to go there for my future cars as well.

Ka
Review №56

Have worked with Sterling for years - always a good experience. Highly recommended them! NIce to have mechanics you can trust! Also, very enjoyable people to work with!

Ra
Review №57

Great shop. Great mechanics.Stuck at work starter problems on my jeep.Marcus and his team got me back on the road.

Wi
Review №58

THE BEST AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR

Ma
Review №59

There always so friendly and whenever I get an oil change they makes sure everything is in good shape.

Sp
Review №60

After reading all of the reviews, I noticed two patterns:1. I work as a marketing director, it is very odd when almost ALL of your reviews are 5 stars, no 4s no 3s JUST FIVES...usually means the reviews are fabricated.2. The people who DID have negative reviews experienced the same thing that I did...Sterling was unable to repair their car/not able to get the parts.Sterling had my car for two weeks, meanwhile I was stuck searching online for the part that THEY were unable to find. I finally broke down and had AAA tow the car elsewhere. Before the car was towed I was charged $860.00 for...I dont know, as the car wasnt repaired and they STILL havent given me a receipt (I had to pay via phone because I was at work, they close at 5...) They were instructed at that time to put a receipt in the glove box for the next shop to review...which never happened.After the car was towed to another shop, I was informed I needed a new battery because the new shop couldnt start the car...which would be fine, except I brought the car in for a brake issue. I called Sterling about this, and I was told Yeah, that happens when your car sits for two weeks. Excuse me sir, no, it happens when the keys are left in the ignition with the electric on for two weeks (cost to me to replace $165)Needless to say, the second shop had the car fixed in two days, and only charged me $690 (including said battery). So let me get this straight, STERLING made more money off of me then the shop that actually got my car on the road? Hmmmmmmm...this raised questions. So again, I requested the receipt...its been two days, still no receipt.If I do not get any word from them by tomorrow afternoon 7/9/14, I will be reporting them to AAA (whom had my car towed there) and I will also be reporting them to VISA. DO NOT TAKE YOUR CAR HERE!

Ch
Review №61

Didnt tell me they were going to charge me $100 for testing the electrical and charging the battery. Did good work though. I just thought Id have been told if it was over $20 before getting charged.Edit: wow, just talked to the owner. Hes giving me a partial refund because I should have been told about the diagnostic costs. Nice guy.Just a note, I have no problem paying for work being done but nobody likes a surprise.

Da
Review №62

I had transmission trouble on my 2005 Saturn Vue (clips broke holding manual transmission cables) and with a trip planned the next week I was a little freaked about getting parts and having the car repaired on time.Needless to say John and his shop took care of me. They even tried to see if there was some way to Jerry rig a solution for me to drive it in case parts took a while to get. They were able to get 1,3,5 working but I opted at their recommendation to just wait for three parts and luckily they came in only a day.While I was there i got to witness some of the customers on a first name basis with the owner which says a lot to me about the trust and professionalism of Sterling Automotive repair.I would go there again for sure.David h

Yo
Review №63

Very good service and my car is in fantastic shape thanks to John and Marcus !!!!

Ja
Review №64

Super easy and hassle free service at a good rate

Ja
Review №65

Highly recommended to friends and family. Ive been taking my cars here for years, I lived in Naperville about three years back, now I live west of Yorkville and still bring my cars to them. They have great service and a friendly staff just recently had my radiator fix a couple days ago plus I like the fact i get emails telling me that my car is due for services.

Br
Review №66

The staff is very friendly and helpful. They diagnosed my problem quickly and offered discounts to assist me with repairs.

Hu
Review №67

It was a very good service, they take care of my car, very well every time I had an appointment with them, the last time was a minor issue with a break light alarm, but the Manager called me to say that they will fix it on my next visit, what is going to be next week.

Cy
Review №68

Sterling Automotive Repair has serviced my car for the past 9 years! The quality they provide cannot be matched! 5 star quality!!!!!

Al
Review №69

A very reliable shop; honest work and no unnecessary upselling.

Fr
Review №70

Friendly, helpful service, never telling you need more work than is necessary. Someone you can trust to give you their honest opinion.

C
Review №71

Very efficent and super friendly staff.

Br
Review №72

Sterling Automotive always does great work!!! I been a loyal customer for 4 years!!!

Li
Review №73

Always a pleasure to do business with them!! They get the job done right the first time!!

An
Review №74

We have been taking our cars to sterling for many years now. They are our first choice because they are curtious, reliable and truly care.

Ch
Review №75

Excellent service and professionalism. I was looking for a trusted local mechanic and wont need to look any further after visiting Sterling Auto Repair.

Do
Review №76

If you are looking for honest car repair, this is the place. Ill never go anywhere else

Lo
Review №77

I had substantial front-end work done to my 2012 Prius C and Sterling Automotive did a fantastic job for a fair price I am a repeat customer I highly recommend them

Ja
Review №78

So I went to these guys about a year ago, and I just discovered something that was done to my car by them that pushed me over the edge to write this rating.I bring in my 2001 BMW because there is some engine knocking. They replace O2 sensor yadda yadda OK. Drive it for 1 mile, knocking comes back. Bring it in again, they say spark plugs need replacing... OK theyre kind of old and I also get some oil gaskets replaced while your at it. Drive it for a few miles, knocking returns. Come back a THIRD time and they say they have to play with the computers. What the hell? At this point Ive already put about $1,100 into this repair. I leave after the third time, and when I get home, realize they didnt put the plastic covering over my engine. Go back, get the engine cover. Oh wait, they didnt put the caps over the screws that attach the cover over the engine. I go back now (5th time) and they can only find one of the two covers. I am glad they fixed the knocking, but at least test drive my vehicle before giving it back to me. My guess is MAYBE the O2 sensor was faulty, spark plugs had nothing to do with it.Oh and, a year later, guess what I find out? My left kidney grill (the ones all BMWs have) falls out when I close my hood. I look and all 6 of the latches have fractured and are gone. Upon closer inspection, I see that someone has glued it on with black sealer putty, in 6 globs where the fractures were. So not only do they suck at fixing cars, cheat you just like the dealer, but also break things in your car and glue it back, hoping you dont notice.!@#$ you.

Ro
Review №79

Work done quickly. Got an appt right away.

Eu
Review №80

Great and honest mechanics. AAA certified

Ky
Review №81

I should have learned from my first visit. Brought my car in to have the clutch replaced. They failed to do an alignment lafterwards, and I later found out that they misthreaded a part on my axle so that and the wheel hub needed to be replaced when I had other work done. Next trip was for engine trouble. (Dont ever come to these guys for engine trouble! All they do is search Alldata to try to figure it out. After taking about 2-3 guesses from there, theyll tell you its your computer.) Anyway, long story short... After a month and a half and a $1200 bill I got my car back. A week later the same problem came back. I cut my losses and didnt even bother with these guys again. Took my car elsewhere and had it diagnosed and repaired in only 1 day for $20. Turns out I just needed some gunk cleaned out from my engine. So, maybe you can trust these guys for the normal Jiffy Lube stuff (I wouldnt), but if you need diagnostics and real work done go elsewhere.

Ji
Review №82

Great people - outstanding service!

Ga
Review №83

Always quick, reasonable and dependable!

ad
Review №84

Having been coming here since 2000 and never go anywhere else for my service needs.

gr
Review №85

Nice and easy every time

Aj
Review №86

Honest business.

Jo
Review №87

Always great service!

Sa
Review №88

Guys a thief. Charges double the price for after market parts that are worth a fraction of that. If anything goes wrong, dont expect them to fix their own mistakes or anything.

Ph
Review №89

Very honest and affordable

bo
Review №90

Great personalized service

Na
Review №91

Long story short i paid nearly $2,000 for a repair and they didnt even fix it

Gr
Review №92

Great shop

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4.6 Rating
  • Address:7 Illinois Rte 59, Aurora, IL 60504, United States
  • Site:http://sterlingautomotiverepair.com/
  • Phone:+1 630-851-3610
Categories
  • Auto repair shop
  • Auto electrical service
  • Auto tune up service
  • Brake shop
  • Engine rebuilding service
Working hours
  • Monday:8AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:8AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:8AM–6PM
  • Thursday:8AM–6PM
  • Friday:8AM–6PM
  • Saturday:8AM–3PM
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
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