Fix Auto Skokie

I drive from Chicago to get my cars fixed there. They deliver great results everytime! Never had a single concern after I’ve picked up my car from them. I’ve tried different shops in Chicago, and had to take my car back multiple times to get my car retouched due to air bubbles on paint and parts being misaligned. NOT Here; I’m always sure I left my car in great hands! I highly recommend them to everyone.

Take your car to these guys. Back in December, someone backed into my car in my work’s parking lot. My whole front bumper fell off. I was referred to Nick and Ernie’s by a different auto shop that wasn’t able to perform the needed repairs for my car. They did a pretty good job, and I left pretty satisfied once they fixed my car. Now, fast forward a few months. I saw that I got a ticket on my car. When I checked it, it said that I was missing a front license plate. I knew that I had a front license plate when I purchased my car last summer. When I looked at the pictures of my car when the person backed into my bumper, I saw that the license plate was there in the pictures. I concluded then, that Nick and Ernie’s shop failed to put my license plate back onto my bumper when they were finished.
Now, I felt that I did not have to pay for this ticket because it was the fault of Nick and Ernie’s, and not me. So, I went over to the shop and spoke with Ernie. I let him know the entire situation, and he was more than happy to not only pay for my ticket, but also pay for a replacement license plate. I understand that businesses make mistakes. It’s human nature. It is what is done as a result of those mistakes that make or break businesses. I am beyond happy with how Ernie handled my situation, and I look forward to future business with them.

I have used them in the past a few times for standard body work, and while the body work was never perfect, they always were professional and timely, and did a good job. I always recommended them to my friends when they were looking for a body shop.
However, I just brought an older car in for a rust repair estimate, and there was a new estimator guy (I always had had Nick or Ernie as an estimator in the past). This estimator seemed really uncomfortable looking at my rust and hesitant to give me an estimate. Regardless, he said I’d have his estimate within a day or two.
Never heard back from the estimator. Several days later, I called them to see what was up, and the estimator said he couldn’t do anything for me. Despite them not even removing my window to see the extent of the windshield-​frame rust underneath, my car was beyond hope.
What he meant to say was, there are easier/​more-​profitable car repairs than we can do than your rust repair, so beat it and call us the next time you need a fender dent pulled out.

Put your new tires on then park your car in the muddy grass!!! that takes brains! Mud half way up on all four tires! Go somewhere else to get tires put on your car!

Really overpriced. Got my repairs done at a reputable mechanic in the city for less than half of what they quoted me at this place. Also asked about some basic body work and was quoted in the thousands. No thanks.

This review is for the mechanic shop! Matt is the one you want to work on your car. Make sure you request him. He is honest and tells you the real deal. He also does small things for quality control that he does not even tell you about! He gets the work done on time and right the first time. He always makes sure it is perfect before it gets back to the customer. He will take the time to show you the problem and even make suggestions on how to prevent them in the future. He also takes care of your car as if it was his own. No oil smudges everywhere, no mud in the car, etc. Matt goes above and beyond.
As for the body shop, as other reviewers said; no quality control. Work gets done, but the fine details are ALWAYS missed.

The bottom line, which I’m putting at the top because SCREW YOUR RULES, MAN, is that Nick & Ernie’s does not only an amazing job in putting your car back together, but they also do an amazing job in getting said repairs done on time or (in my case) early.
They kept me in the loop with daily online communications, showing the status of my repairs as they went on, and gave me a call as soon as they knew they’d be done early so that I could arrange a ride over there to pick up my vehicle.
When I finally had my car back, it was expertly reconstructed and cleaned. I will absolutely return to Nick & Ernie’s for any future body work I need.

I had lot of problem with them I would not recommend this body shop.

I’m not a fan. The paint looks good. The dent is gone. But quality control was missing. I had to return 3 times to have stuff that I noticed was either missing or not right. Each time they took it in stride, saying to come back and they will have the next part. But never an apology for having to return again. And again.
I suppose some customers might not have noticed what I noticed, but it’s their job to go over the car and see that it is complete before returning it.
The small details are not perfect, and should be. Like the fender flare alignment.
No one wants to deal with an accident, but more headaches after it is repaired is too much.
Like others have said, they are nice people.

I have used Nick and Ernie’s on a few occasions-​they are honest, on time, and at the number they quote you–
If they are not sure on the cost or extent of the damage they will tell you upfront-​no games, and high integrity
I can’t recommend them strongly enough-​if you want your job done right the first time at a fair price, this is the place to go for body work

I walked into Nick & Ernies as a referral from a facebook friend. I couldn’t have been happier! I am making this comment without even having my car fixed yet. The people were friendly, honest, and the office was really nice! They didn’t know that I had already been to 2 other body shops in the past two hours looking for a quote to fix my car and that this was my last hope at finding a place to go. Their quote was the best one I found for the shortest amount of time. Place 1 said it would take 5 – 6 days to fix, Nick & Ernie can do it in half the time! If you need someplace to go then I suggest going here.
The work that was done is outstanding! It makes me wish the rest of my car had been fixed. I cannot say enough about my wonderful experience with Nick & Ernie’s. Ernie helped me personally and I was so impressed with him. So, overall I would say go here 1^st for the people and 2^nd for the quality work they will do on your car. You will not be disappointed.

Having a couple of teenagers I have been to Nick & Ernie’s a number of times. It is a pleasure to deal with honest people who do great work. My last experience was great because I brought in a new car with front end damage and they did such a great job. The body work was exceptional, cost effective and they cleaned the car so well I felt like it was brand new. If you are in need of an honest body shop, check out Nick % Ernie’s!

I took my 2005 BMW 530 to fix the front end, and when it was done (in promised time) I could not tell the difference in old and new paint! Absolutely amazing job! Great communication, excellent price, especially if you need to pay it out of your pocket, Ernie will give you a deal.
Never did a body shop match a paint like these guys, and body work/​repair was immaculate!
Definitely 5 stars!

I recently had an accident, and even though I’m no mechanic, I could tell that enough damage was done to the front end that the repairs might hurt! Insurance sent me to Nick & Ernie’s, and honestly — I couldn’t be happier with the results.
From the moment I walked in the door, they took care of me. Victor gave me an initial estimate, got me connected to Enterprise for a rental, then called me back the next morning with a more in-​depth interview. The cost of repairs was actually higher than the write-​off book value of the car, but knowing that I didn’t want to lose my car, they were able to find less expensive parts to get repair costs low enough that my insurance was willing to let them go ahead with repairs. This was HUGE in my book — not all garages would make that kind of effort!
They explained the estimated repair timeline — from how long it would take to get parts in, to doing the physical repairs and paint work, and the final inspections. It was explained to me that N&E’s has a very thorough final checklist and that they don’t release a vehicle until the list has been checked through and approved by a supervisor.
They kept me updated on progress, and when it came time to pick up my car, I was even able to leave my rental car with them, which easily saved me an hour of time out of my day, at least. The staff was just great, and I was very happy with how great my car looked after repairs — they even cleaned the car, including the tires!
I’d readily recommend them to anybody who needs body work done on their car!