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McLaughlin Towing and Auto Repair
85 Cross St, Danbury, CT 06810, United States
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McLaughlin Towing and Auto Repair
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Ma
Review №1

Rented my u-haul trailer here. Quick and easy pick up and drop off. Was much better than going to the U-Haul by west street.

C.
Review №2

After AAA Plus RV left us stranded on the road for 5 hours on a Sunday night with still no answer as to when they could secure a driver, I called McLaughlin Towing to tow our pick up truck (with a brake issue) and enclosed car trailer (with a classic car in it). He answered on the first try, and showed up within an hour. He quoted a price over the phone and it didnt change. Towing is never cheap, but considering the cost of buying, maintaining and operating the required equipment, and being available 24/7 at the drop of a hat, the price wasnt unreasonable at all. Mike was professional, courteous and careful. Hopefully I never need to, but I wouldnt hesitate to call McLaughlins for service.

Ta
Review №3

This is the worst towing company there is EVER... not sure where they get their rights, they just ride around looking for cars to tow to make money. If they do legitimate work they would need to tow cars for no reason.

Ka
Review №4

Repairs done always done right the first time for a very reasonable price. Staff friendly and accomodating

Al
Review №5

We have an 05 Dodge Ram that died on us while driving. They towed it to the dealer for us. Wetmores told us to fix was going to be around 12k and didnt include all the parts needed as they thought the computer had to be replaced and it was no longer manufactured. Brought it to Brian and within a week he had it up and running like brand new- for a fraction of what wetmores wanted to charge. Weve used them several times for towing for other vehicles and theyve always been professional and on time and fair with pricing. Got my MILs 94 jeep cherokee up and running and got the AC fixed. Ive always had a pleasant experience with everyone and highly recommend.

Ma
Review №6

Imagine. Towed car within 10 minutes. Drives 5 minutes? Then charges $200. Cash only, call and wait to meet someone at lot. Hunting on Memorial Day

Cl
Review №7

Shawdie a$$ play. Dnt trust this people they will rob u!

Ik
Review №8

Most horrible place I have ever been. We agreed to change oil, oil filter and fuel filters for 100$ and once they did it they made me pay 165$! They said it took 2 hours which is typically takes 45 minutes! 65$ doesn’t change my life but experience is sucks! That was my mistake to don’t pay attention to your feedbacks. Stay healthy guys and stay as far as possible from this fake professionals!

Ma
Review №9

They towed my mom’s carWe called them to let us know how much we had to pay to get the car backThe guy was so rude couldn’t answer 2 questions about pricing and wait timeTrying calling twice, he hung up the phone the 2 timesNo respect, zero customer service skills

LC
Review №10

Had my work vehicle die at a job, called around and McLaughlin answered the phone. I needed my vehicle tow from a job I had in Pawling NY to Dealership in Danbury. Took one hour to come to location from time I called. He had me on flat bed in now time and he dropped my vehicle off in Danbury. $300.

Gr
Review №11

Worst towing company in town they will rip u off every penny!

jo
Review №12

SHOULD BE RATED LOWER THEN 1 STAR! THE (wrecker) DRIVER WAS NOTHING BUT RUDE FROM THE START! HE WAS OBVIOUSLY SO INTOXICATED THAT HE COULD BARELY EVEN TALK. I THINK HIS NAME WAS MIKE. COMPLETE UNPROFESSIONAL TOTALLY NOT WORTH CALLING! TRUST ME IF YOURE CONSIDERING CALLING THEM FOR ANYTHING, GO SOMEWHERE ELSE! SAVE YOURSELF THE TROUBLE. TOTALLY NOT CUSTOMER ORIENTED. CALLING THE BBB IN THE MORNING!! AND THE FLATBED DRIVER, DWIGHT, SPIT ON ME AND GOT IN MY FACE AND CALLING ME NAMES FOR ME BEING UPSET ABOUT THEIR QUESTIONABLE SERVICE.

Ly
Review №13

This place is good but not great. Brian was nice and very helpful. A lot of people there had attitudes and came off as rude. When I went to pick up my car no one knew where they put my keys so that took like 10-15 for them to find them. It’s pretty unorganized. Bad first experience with them

To
Review №14

Car towed from Market Place parking lot when I safely did not drive home last night and the lot was very full. Situation sucks but they did handle my call and questions with courtesy. Was told I had to pay in cash and when I showed up the two men at the front desk were available and kind. $181 for a tow, prices did not seem too extraneous for what happened.

Li
Review №15

Very unprofessional, rude, tried towing w/o looking and noticing ppl in vehicle. Do not recommend their services

Je
Review №16

Had a miscommunication with the shop Manager Primo. When I decided to call the facility I spoke to the Owner Mike McLaughlin - It was a very unique situation and he spent plenty of time on the phone with me not only correcting the mistake, but sharing some valuable information on a personal level. 99% of things in life can be handled with Words - It takes more effort to leave a positive review then a negative one. I was very unhappy not 30 minutes ago, but I would recommend these guys especially if your dealing with Mike McLaughlin himself.

Ni
Review №17

I had a bad experience with this place. Yes they were able to take my car in and work with me with the payment but I brought it in on a Thursday and I didn’t get it back totally fixed until the following Tuesday. They had it for 5 full days. The lack of communication was horrible. They didn’t call me once to update me or let me know they were fixings parts I didn’t know needed to be fixed I was the one who had to call them multiple times. They ended up telling me my car was fixed and towed it to my job so I could drive it home. I heard a noise coming from underneath and the exhaust pipe had broke yes from being somewhat old but because my car was not towed on a flat bed and was knocked by the equipment that goes under the tires to tow the car. I brought it back ASAP the next morning. Thank god for my coworkers for helping me out. They did fixed my exhaust the best they could free of chargebecause I was not about to pay for something I didn’t cause. I was able to pick it up myself after work because I did not want it back on that tow truck. I will NEVER go back to this place again!!

Ca
Review №18

Mike D was very rude, very unprofessional, very ugly, wouldn’t let us explain ourselves. Would not recommend. Shut this place down.

Wi
Review №19

My experience with this company was completely horrible. My car was towed on 11/25/17. I was at fault for parking at an apartment complex parking lot because I wasnt aware of the no parking sign. I arrived to the parking lot as they were getting ready to tow my car. Steven was the guy who towed my car and he claimed it was too late for me to move my car. Steven was absolutely unprofessional and made me feel uncomfortable due to his aggressive way to answer my questions. I asked to pay for the towing right then and there and he claimed he had to take my car to the yard and I would have to pay there. I knew where my car was being towed to because I asked for a card rather than him giving me a card. Once I got to the yard, he started yelling telling me to stop as I wasnt allowed to be in the yard. When I asked him how much it was he said it was $175 plus tax and CASH ONLY. I was not given a receipt for my payment nor was I given change. A company that claims to do business as CASH ONLY is obviously a company not to trust because they can get away from reporting less income to the IRS. This is obviously a scam that they have going on by abusing in charging people unreasonably. If I ever need a tow, I will NEVER do business with McLaughlin and I will ABSOLUTELY not recommend them.

Mi
Review №20

Pathetic management & pathetic customers service.- star -🌟 negative.

Ke
Review №21

They towed my classic 74 Ford pick up with 12,000 miles original! They used slings on the axles to pre vent the original paint from getting scratched! And they were on time! Excellent service! 👍

Ra
Review №22

My experience here was terrible. The employees here are very rude. My car got towed, So I went to pick up my car. I only had a credit card. They said they dont take credit cards. I asked them if they had a ATM. They said no. I go where is the closes ATM I can go they said,they dont know. I said I dont have cash on me because I dont usually carry 100 on me. One of the employees said Its ridiculous you come here without money. One of the worst and unwelcoming places I been too. This business hopefully wont be running for much longer

So
Review №23

I have gotten many repairs done and also a little body work on our truck hear. Never an issue and the price is good. I am extremely happy with the customer service I get as well. Its funny how most of the 1 star reviews on here are from people that got their cars towed so they are mad and have to give a bad review.

Pa
Review №24

Very accomodating staff

Be
Review №25

Be WARNED if you get your car fixed by this garage you will pay for towing and its not FREE if they fix your car. I had 2 towing plans I could have used to get my car to the shop. I was not told I was being charged for the tow and now it cost me $200 for nothing but 2 weeks waited due to BRIAN miss communication and a destroyed holiday having to paying $200 for nothing but BAD service BE CAREFUL

ky
Review №26

Just horrible, unprofessional and disrespectful. Just avoid this place all together.

Da
Review №27

They are nothing but a scam Danbury beware the stake out areas to tow cars and then demand you pay in cash when ask for a reciete they get rude anb nasty

Jo
Review №28

Always there when you need them !

Ch
Review №29

These guys are great, fast friendly service. I had the pleasure of dealing with Mike B. @ McLaughlin towing. I called at other places and nobody came close to the awesome rate I received and the service. -Thanks guys-Adam

Vo
Review №30

Very nice gave me all the information I needed and more

ma
Review №31

Michael McLaughlin and his crew are experienced, knowledgable, and extremely courteous. I am totally satisfied with the service I received for my vehicle. I will not hesitate to recommend Michael McLaughlin and his crew to all of my family and friends.

A
Review №32

Complete scam running all night in Danbury. They do not know how to handle expensive cars either.

Ma
Review №33

The absolute worst place in Danbury to ever have your car worked on, these people do not know anything about fixing a car,an the worst thing is Danbury Mayors office has gotten tons of complaints concerning this place, anger they still allow these people to continue Rob anrip people off, with no repercussions, no accountability,not only their fault, but Danbury officials fault as well, as they do nothing to protect the paying customer, do not make the mistake of taking your car here, you will rue the day.

Li
Review №34

The tow was fine. Then they ripped me off for 700$ and my car still didnt run correctly. Then they forgot to tow it to another garage . Do not get your vehicle worked on here.

Ly
Review №35

McLaughlin Towing & Recovery has always been professional and courteous whether they were doing maintenance on my vehicle or towing a vehicle. Theyre knowledgeable and always try to save you money when possible.

Ba
Review №36

Very nice workers and owner, very quick to arrive to tow my car after accident

An
Review №37

Typical two-bit scamers and thieves. They go on Sunday night, prowling condo parking lots for vehicles with expired registration, knowing that the owner will be home and will not find out until monday morning and they can charge a storage fee for Sunday in addition to the towing fees. Labor fee charge is based on what equipment they decide to use and how long it takes them so of course theyll take their time. Extremely rude on the phone and if you start asking questions they hang-up on you. Stay away from this place unless you enjoy getting ripped-off by your average bottom-feeding trailer park inhabitants. I am surprised this place is not shut down already - one can only assume that the mayor of Danbury is also in for the scheme if he allows this to go on.

Ja
Review №38

Great towing experience just now with McLaughlin. People are friendly, thoughtful and patient. Especially Charlie.

St
Review №39

Late night rescue. Timely and very friendly. Thanks Chris.

Da
Review №40

Violent rasit owner. I got my car towed out of my own apartment complex. When I calledThe owner threaten to stab and kill my mother . Called me a fagot. Threaten to rape my mother. Worst people in the world. Never ever use this company

Da
Review №41

Went to an event on the Green in Danbury sponsored by my church and just needed to park in the lot for Union Savings Bank which I have been a customer of for more than 30 years. They had to be waiting because it wasnt 20 mins and they towed my vehicle. Needless to say they also towed 4 others so they knew people would be attending a church event. Funny thing though, they charged everyone who parked there 200.00, but they charged me $164.95, I questioned there so called after hours fee which was explained to me as $25.00 over the phone with Towing Supervisor on call. However, on the receipt they listed it as $50.00. Now I do not know but according to DMV they do not list an after hours fee, especially since they clearly were operating the lot as all 3 other drivers that were towed were at the lot when I arrived. We all have receipts except one person and they towed all of our vehicles from the identical spot yet I was charged less than the other drivers. We all intend to provide the documentation to DMV to illustrate the descrepancies in the rates being charged. Given the nature of the event the tow driver could have asked to just give a courtesy PSA to let people know that they were going to tow. The attendees of the event where primarily church people just out enjoying a Sunday gospel event on the green which is sponsored by the bank for the summer events on a Sunday afteernoon. But these shady characters wanted to line their pockets at our expense by charging bogus after hours fees to pad the bill. According to DMV the maximum amount for a tow charge in this case is $104.95 not sure why they decided to overcharge us but we all intend to notify DMV and file complaints with the city and the Bank which the on duty Supervisor stated only leases the property any way so they have no say in what his company does.

Vo
Review №42

Terrible, terrible, terrible, customer service. One of the worst businesses Ive ever seen. Unthoughtful and disrespectful. I advice you to never go here. Wish the place shut down. I called the mayors office and they agreed. Hopefully wont be running for too much longer.

DJ
Review №43

Professional, responsive and no-nonsense. Will definitely use again.

Ri
Review №44

Very aggressive and angry owner, not good

Na
Review №45

My sunroof got stuck open I asked them to close it and see if they can fix it unfortunately $600 later they got a closed but now it leaks and my car is very moldy hopefully I can find a better mechanic to seal it off permanently be careful I also still have greasy fingerprints on my roof liner from The Mechanics Work.

jo
Review №46

Horrible policy. A Truck driver for this digusting business blocked my car into a space while I was in it and began to tow my car. When I said wait Im in my car I just parked here to send a long text his response was too late, Im already here, and Im not leaving without either $100 or your car. $94 later and a trip to the ATM because these sleezebags dont accept cards of any kind, this fat slop finally takes my car off of the back of his truck. Business like this should be illegal.

Ha
Review №47

Most pathetic customer service ever provided in Danbury area. The manager, Charlie is very very very rude and dont know how to talk to customers. Never recommended. Highly disgraceful services.

Ma
Review №48

Consistent, reliable and does good work.

Yu
Review №49

Very unprofessional staff, avoid this place at all costs

Ru
Review №50

Predatory towing company. Bottom feeders and scam artists that steal cars.

Ti
Review №51

They towed my car wrongly and the old guy in the golf cart was arrogant and disrespectful with me!

Ki
Review №52

Good people, helpful, great company!

ge
Review №53

Was hung up on while trying to resolve my tow. Was told someone would be waiting for me at the lot and that was a lie. My car was towed within 15 minutes of parking. Terrible experience is an understatement . My car was towed without cause and my experience took a turn for the worse from there.

Hi
Review №54

Very unprofessional, extremely rude. Charged high price and only with cash so they can get away from paying tax. What a dirty business.

hi
Review №55

A group of bandits.

An
Review №56

Bunch of lunatics ..

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  • Address:85 Cross St, Danbury, CT 06810, United States
  • Site:http://mclaughlintow.com/
  • Phone:+1 203-790-6362
Categories
  • Auto repair shop
  • Towing service
  • Auto wrecker
Working hours
  • Monday:Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday:Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday:Open 24 hours
  • Thursday:Open 24 hours
  • Friday:Open 24 hours
  • Saturday:Open 24 hours
  • Sunday:Open 24 hours
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