Advanced Automotive

I had some work done on my jeep back in 2009 and 2010, then moved out of town. I was back to visit last week and had a strange noise to get checked out. Eric was kind enough to give it a listen, and gave me great advice. Fortunately it was nothing serious that needed to be done. I’ve always found the shop to be honest and professional, and in line with reasonable pricing.

When I first moved to Reno I drove my car from Arizona. Got to my brothers house and realized the car was leaking. Took it to the dealer because I didn’t know of anywhere else to go. Cost $ 2000 to fix multiple leaks, plus I had unexplained dash lights going on randomly. I felt the rep there was fair. Kept the car for several days because no one could figure out why the lights kept coming on and off. Gave me a loaner. Didn’t feel expense was too much, because honestly I’ve not spent any money on my 14 year old car other than routine stuff Lights went out without explanation and I took the car back
Several months later I knew it was time for breaks and I got a coupon that gave a price per axle. And the lights were back on. Took it back to dealer but did not get same rep. Did not like this guy from first moment. First thing he said was coupon good for one axle until I pointed out the coupon read per axle. Oh he said and honored the coupon Again they kept car for 3 days and yes I did get a loaner. This time he said it would cost $ 500 to fix car and if I didn’t fix it the car could suddenly stop on me. Now I felt pressured and said no. But they charged $ 125 diagnostic fee and form said this MIGHT fix problem. Wrote to dealer and got fee back. Don’t pressure me into an iffy situation!
In the meantime my niece told me about Advanced automotive. They work on all makes and models. So I brought the car here told Eric (owner) my tale of woe and explained that this is an old car I’m trying to keep going for a little while longer and don’t want to spend a lot of money
He was very understanding, called around for used parts and got the car fixed for $ 250. I thought it was time for tires, because dealers will sell you tires long before due, he did not try to sell tires to me, he checked them out and said I was good for awhile
So now I need an oil change, and while he charges a little more than Jiffy Lube, I feel comfortable with him working on my car and highly recommend him. Besides I have a light indicator on on the dash and I can’t find any lights out. It’s probably something like the license plate light. But I’m sure they will find it.

About 1 year ago I was at a jiffy lube getting my oil changed and I saw Eric’s business card for his shop,
I needed my oil pan seal replaced so I gave him a go. He finished the job that same day and charged me $ 500 less than the Cadillac shop was trying too.
So because I had such a good experience with them I went back to get my power steering fixed. Eric knew the importance of the job and how fast I needed this to be done and he said give me a day and I’ll have you ready to go. True to his work this guy is awesome big props to him and his crew
We appreciate you and all the hard and honest work.
Thanks again!

Eric is an honest mechanic that does great work with reasonable prices. This is a family owned business so buy local! My Acura runs great thanks to the team at Advanced.

I’ve been going to Eric for years and he has always give me a great price. His work is unmatched and runs an amazing shop.

I have always been treated right here. Fair pricing and great work done in a timely manner. I would recommend this place to anyone that needs any kind of service done to their vehicle!

Finally a true mechanic. I will never go anywhere else again. They are honest, friendly, and take good care of you with out overcharging you.

Eric and the crew are always thorough and honest. They don’t perform unnecessary work or try to squeeze extra money out of their customers. They are very trustworthy and I will never go to another mechanic in the Reno area again.
I have had a few unreliable cars and thank god for reliable auto shops like Advanced Automotive