Swedish Motors

Armen is very knowledgeable about SAABs and it shows. You can go here with any problem and have full faith they will solve it. If my car ever breaks down again, I would not take it anywhere else. The prices are fair, he works with your schedule, and the best part the professionalism. They are honest, hardworking, and stand behind what they do.

Armen and his team (and formerly Ross, may he rest in peace) have been taking care of my cars here for 4 years, and I can’t say enough about their great care and service. Whenever I call or stop by, with problems ranging from a burned out headlight to a major repair, they are immediately, kindly responsive and helpful; and they keep an eye on all my service needs, without over-​doing any repairs or services. I’ve been in a pinch a few times (flat tire, problem just before a long car trip, sudden break down) and they’ve helped me through with no hesitation. Thanks guys!

I have a Saab 9 – 3 from 2003 and I wouldn’t trust it with any other mechanic in the area. I love this place, the costumer service is great and they specialized in Saabs and Volvo. It is rare to leave a mechanic without having the unsettling feeling that you have been scammed and overcharged somehow. The prices are great (Specially if you compare it to Saab dealer of the area) and the owner (Armen) will do his best to get you the best price available on the pieces. A couple times he gave me an estimate for the work and then he called me to tell me that it was going to be cheaper than he expected because he was able to rescue one of the parts that I already had in the car. When was the last time you got a call from your mechanic to ask you for less money?! Anyways, I really trust these guys, I feel happy with the work and especially very safe in the car when I leave. I highly recommend them!

Regularly took my 2003 S60 here for service. The owner Armin is awesome and a straight-​shooter. The honesty and quality of service keeps me loyal to this gem of a repair shop.

I have been going to Swedish Motors for about 15 years. Armen has always been incredibly helpful and knowledgeable about my station wagons. In fact, I’m on my third Volvo station wagon and know that when service or repairs are needed Armen is the one to do the best work at the best price.

This merged with RPM Automotive (which was a fantastic operation) but the guy who runs Swedish Motors charges a fortune until he actually finds the right thing to fix. We spent about $ 1,000 on exhaust and still had problems. When we tried to discuss it with the owner, he just kept shrugging his shoulders. Avoid.

I will definitely go to Armen at Swedish Motors next time my 1995 Volvo needs attention. He was honest and got my car running more quickly than I expected. He explained all the work he did and gave me the old parts he replaced. Armen was good enough to do a few small things without charge, e.g. replace a missing lug nut and install new bulbs. The shop was a little difficult to find the first time, need to use Naples Road to get to the back of 1090 Comm. Ave.

Being new to Boston, I went to Armen based on the Unilocal reviews, and they were spot on. He’s everything you’re looking for in a mechanic — efficient, honest, conscientious and knowledgable. I know my V70 is in good hands. He replaced my transmission for half the cost that other places were quoting me. He let’s you know what needs fixing and what doesn’t. If you think maybe you’re paying too much to the sweet-​talking Volvo dealers, go see Armen. I’m so glad I found his shop.

Since moving to Boston I had difficulty finding an auto repair shop that I felt comfortable taking my 2006 Volvo S40 to. So I turned to Unilocal and found Swedish Motors. I had a little difficulty finding the place because it is hidden in a little ally but Armen was nice enough to guide me there on the phone. My car needed its 60,000 mile tune up and he was very good about getting the job done quickly. When I came to pick up my car I was pleasantly surprised that he had washed my car! Not many small auto repair places take the time to do that. I definitely plan on returning for all of my future oil changes and car needs. He’s a very nice, hard working, honest guy and that’s exactly what is hard to find in a big city like Boston.

Hooked my car up to the diagnostic computer and wouldn’t accept payment «because I didn’t do any work.» The Saab dealer claimed this same service took an hour’s labor @ $ 120! Glad I found an honest mechanic to service my car.

We brought in our 1996 Volvo after reading Unilocal reviews of Swedish motors — how great to find a mechanic who deals primarily with Volvos! Even better that Armen was careful and conscientious with his diagnosis, took pains to find us good deals on used parts, and explained everything very patiently. When we picked up our car, Armen brought out a box of parts that he’d replaced — when he said our brake lines looked scary he definitely was telling the truth! We appreciated that he took the time to show us exactly what he’d done. Thanks!