Green Village Garage

No one called me back after submitting an online appointment request.

I recently moved back to the area and was looking forward to returning to the garage my family used for many years. What a disappointment.
The mechanic (Greg) who initially helped me was terrific and gave me good advice about an older/​classic car I’d brought in. No problem there. The owner, Glen, was also very friendly.
Unfortunately, Mike, the owner’s son (I think), put me off for weeks when I tried multiple times to schedule an appointment for service. Each time, he’d tell me «next week,» and then schedule someone else ahead of me. Mike was not friendly or apologetic about these delays, but surly and smug. He seemed to think it was funny.
I’ve read other reviews about GVG, several written by people I know, and I feel like I went to a completely different business. Very unprofessional.

exceptional service as always.
flexible scheduling
vehicle was ready when promised
fixed right the 1^st time every time.

As always Mr. Zalis and his crew did a phenomenal job. Car was ready the next day after dropping it off and runs like new! These guys are always professional and always do top notch work.

Geat family owned garage that takes care of your car like it’s there own. The mechanics are all well trained and friendly. They take the time to explain what was broken. Just some good guys price was fare. I hate when my truck breaks down so it helps to have a good garage.

I moved to the area about a year ago and had tried other mechanics in the area. After using green village garage, I’m so happy to say I’ve finally found «my mechanic».
I took my car in about a month ago because my car was making a lot of noise, it ended up being that I needed new bearings. My car is older and this is a natural occurrence. When I first found out I needed new bearings, I was pretty upset because money is tight and this was the first large amount of money I’ve had to put into my car. After speaking with Pat, I instantly felt at ease. He is seriously the nicest person in the world. He called me a couple times to keep me in the loop with what was going on and explained everything in detail to make sure I understood what was going on. After calling my husband to make sure we could go through with all the repairs, I called the garage back to tell them to go ahead. Pat was busy with something else when I called but then called me right back to make sure I was ok! Being that I’ve never dealt with fixing my own car (my husband now works really long hours so it is my responsibility) I was really touched that he cared enough to check in with me. Again, he explained everything and made me feel 100% comfortable. The best part, after calling my family member who is a mechanic in another state, he assured me that the price was very fair.
At this time, Pat also explained that my brakes would need to be fixed soon (pads and rotors). He didn’t pressure me at all and explained I could go an oil change or two before needing them-​most mechanics would have pressured me to fix them that day.
Fast forward to this week. I was driving and at a stop sign my car stopped and a message about my oil pressure popped up. I freaked out and called GVG. They calmed me down, told me to check oil levels and had me drop it off that night. They easily could have ripped me off, but Pat called me and said it was just a fuse-​I was so happy! They are so honest and trustworthy!
I got my brakes fixed while it was there (I had finally put the mileage on it) and they fixed it that day-​the day before a holiday! I couldn’t believe it! Again, I checked with my mechanic family member and he said their price was beyond fair.
GVG is fast, honest, fair and full of smart and kind people. I’ve told my entire complex to use them and will continue to spread the word. They are the best! Thanks guys!

These guys are very nice and helpful. But a trusted mechanic? No. These are the kinds of places you fear. They will always find a way to jack up the bill. My first oil change, which should have been about $ 45.00, was over $ 200.00 after they replaced the air filter and the cabin filter (which need changing on average about every 5 – 7 yrs). No discussion or phone call, just added on. The bill also had «shop charges» of over $ 16.00 which I can only assume was the mechanics lunch. Because when a bill has labor and parts charges AND than additional charges like this, you are getting jacked. We took several vehicles there, multiple times, and it was always the same. Additional high charges to jack the bill up. My last oil change, I was told that my next visit would definitely include an expensive brake job — which they said I «badly needed». Just took my car to a new garage in Madison for an oil change yesterday. The total bill was $ 49.00. And I asked them when I picked up the car how the brakes were, and I was told they were fine. So you can draw your own conclusions, but if this isn’t typical, «hey these people can afford it» price gouging, I’m not sure what is.

It is nice to know there are still mechanics that can be trusted. I have taken my cars to green village garage for years and they have never tried to nickel and dime you. They do their best to keep your car running and all there work is always done in a timely fashion. All the mechanics and staff are extremely friendly and they keep you informed on everything they do to your car, there is never a surprise waiting on your bill. I recommend this place to everyone and would not trust my vehicles to anyone else!

I came to this garage to have my battery tested and replaced. Sergio spoke to me on the phone and quickly helped me when I got there. He was very friendly, helpful and replaced the battery right away. What started out as a bad day day quickly turned around thanks to his help. I just moved here from Texas so I didn’t know where to go. I came here because of the other positive review posted. The prices are fair and they really are helpful and friendly. I’m glad to know that this place is close to our new home.