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Reviews
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David Schweiger
a month ago
Got a reference here from a friend. Sooooo glad I took the advice.I had a broken tailpipe behind my resonator. I priced shopped and could only find places that would replace parts. The prices ranged from $650 (for a it may work) to over $2000 (for a complete replacement). I then went to look to just fix it myself and it would be $625 for parts.I went to Pete's and they were able to find a solution for $183. I dropped off my 1999 Camera; yes 1999, and even though they were extremely busy and understaffed, they got me in and out in a few hours.Pete is an extremely knowledgeable and friendly guy as is his staff. I don't know how to thank him enough or say enough amazing things about his business.I almost hate to write this review because he is already super busy, but his business is worth writing about and highly recommending.Thank you Pete for keeping my old girl on the road!!!
Marco Alexandre Jr.
a year ago
Always a pleasure dropping my cars off at Pete's Auto Parts, I have been for some time. In business for a long time for good reason. An honest shop that serves their customers best interests. 1 thing to know is that they do such good work here that you will need to come in early as they book services quickly. As long as I own a car, Pete's will be the place that services them.
Heather Charboneau
4 months ago
Hands down THE best garage! Pete's is honest and hands down the best priced around! Friendly and efficient, I dropped my car off at 8am this morning and it was done by the afternoon! I cannot thank the mechanic Pete enough.
Alexander Gelfand
5 months ago
Pete is a life saver!!! He gets vehicles in very quickly and not only that he s able to diagnose and fix the issues just as fast. They go through the vehicles meticulously to make sure nothing is wrong. Have amazing welding work and always have the best prices on brake, suspension, or tire issues!
Richard Villa
2 months ago
Great place for auto repair, especially exhaust systems. Honest, professional and reasonable prices for car repairs are hard to come by these days, but you can count on these guys. Highly recommend.
Mackey Sasser
3 months ago
Pete s shop does tremendous work They only fix what you need I ve had a few jobs done and Pete s honest truthful and a friendly guy to do business with
Tom Vierling
2 years ago
Pete's repaired a damaged exhaust pipe of my girlfriends 1998 Beetle, with overwhelmingly satisfactory results. They received, inspected, accurately quoted, worked on and invoiced the car in one day! Super happy with the both the speed as well as the professionalism and kindness displayed by both Peter and his staff.Service: ExhaustService: Exhaust
lenny h
5 years ago
Honest, good work! Many places won't repair exhaust, and for some cars the part alone can cost over $2000 before labor, because it is sold as an assembly with cats, resonators, etc. There are no NY legal aftermarket options either for many cars. Lexus dealer wanted $2500 with labor and the wholesale price was $1400 for the part. These parts will also likely corrode before their time in the car eating salt here, so you may have to replace again. Pete can repair your exhaust quickly for a very fair price, there is no other shop to consider. Highly recommended!
John Mcwherter
a year ago
Pete's is the best auto repair shop I've ever been to I had my flex pipe rot off and I called Pete's they told me to drop it off and they would look at it I wasn't expecting them to be done with it that day but they were and it was a lot cheaper than I thought. Pete's has the best customer service I've had the pleasure of having they are the best will definitely be returning for any automotive maintenance. Thank you will recommend to my friends and family!Service: Exhaust
Jake
10 months ago
This shop is run by honest people that get the job done quickly for a decent price. They aren't trying to rip folks off. Very impressed by the level of professional business practices at Pete's auto. If you have an older vehicle, this is the place to take it in to be worked on.
Ramon
6 months ago
this was my first time at Pete's great service i dropped my car off at 8am got it back at 5 same day. Sounds good rides nice and the price was right ....thanks guys i will definitely recommend to family and friendsService: ExhaustService: Exhaust
Changa Whitehurst
3 months ago
If you ever need your muffler fixed or replace this is the place. Great service
Joleen Kuemmel
a year ago
This place was great!!My Honda Pilot needed a new resonator for months, but it s been on back order with no known back in stock date. I was also told I d have to replace the whole exhaust system (it s 1 pc, not 3 like on some vehicles), almost $1200 for parts and labor. I couldn t take the noise anymore. My brother in-law spoke very highly of Pete. I called Pete s Auto and they said I could drop it off and they d see what they could do. I dropped off a roaring beast and picked up a quiet, peaceful kitten. They cut out the bad and welded in a good replacement for under $200!! I wish I called months ago. Thanks Pete s Auto!!Service: Exhaust
Fongaboo (Fongaboo)
a year ago
My long time mechanic told me I needed all new piping, a new catalytic converter, and two mufflers to the tune of $4k. Pete had a look and said a piece of pipe merely needed to be welded in. Only a few hundred for the work. It's been running great since. Very honest and good work.
John Rogers
5 months ago
Place is great for under carriage work. Been going there for 40 yrs.Very fair, great quality work
Andrew Wisoff
11 months ago
I knew what was causing the very loud sound coming from the exhaust system in my 2005 Honda Civic. I estimated Pete's could fix the problem for $100 to $150 (a cut, a small piece of pipe, and 2 welds). I was in Westchester County and 2 auto repair shops there told me I needed to replace most of the exhaust system, parts and labor costing about $2,000. The next day, I left at 4:30 a.m. in order to arrive at Pete's before they opened at 8:00 a.m. (wearing earphones and hoping not to get pulled over for the loud noise on the drive up to Schenectady). While I was waiting for the repair at Pete's, I took a nap and read the current day's Albany Times Union and the current day's New York Times on the window ledge (very impressive) and watched a little T.V. 2 1/2 hours later I paid $116 (plus a $10 tip for the mechanic/welder) and I was on my way by 10:30 a.m. I have been a loyal Pete's customer and recommending Pete's to family and friends for over 35 years. I love the many multi-generational small family owned businesses in Schenectady.Service: Exhaust
Colvin Lambert
2 years ago
Very happy with the results of the work done! The shop is busy but that s to be expected with a good business. I will definitely be recommending them any chance I get!Service: ExhaustService: Exhaust
John Gearing
8 months ago
These folks are honest. If they are sure what the problem is, they tell you and discuss options. They work super fast and the prices are very fair. They don t do engine work but for anything else this is the only place I will go.
Jessica Kerzner
a year ago
I honestly cannot say enough good things about this place I'm really just very impressed with the professionalism and how well they treat their customers how fair the prices are how quick they are to give you the information all upfront. I've never been disappointed in any of the work that they've done.I am forever grateful for this auto shop. I think my favorite part is that they never ever speak to me in that condescending tone that I've gotten from every other shop I've ever been to. These guys know what they're doing.Services: Steering & suspension repair, Brakes
David Boccio
2 months ago
Honest, quick and affordable. I'll be going back for any exhaust work.
Lai- Lani
a year ago
This place is AWESOME! The Honda dealership couldn't fix my car without me having to pay an arm and a leg, these professionals got my car in and fixed it immediately without ripping me off! I will certainly bring my car back in the future and you should too if your having problems! Thanks Pete's Auto Parts!Service: ExhaustService: Exhaust
Arriama-Ifabayo Matlock-Abdullah
a year ago
I love Pete's. They are another local exhaust repair shop that has the ability to construct pipes. They are also reasonable and if they can't repair the problem, I have experienced them being very fair about charges with me.
Shadow Knight
2 years ago
It's very rare to find good, honest, trustworthy mechanics; but Pete and his team are exactly that. Pete is personable and actually cares about getting his customers the help they need. I've gone here a few times now and each and every time they have quickly addressed and fixed the issue differently from any other shops in Albany. These guys are awesome!
Emanuel Flowers
3 months ago
My long time service center for custom solutions to complicated problems these guys deserve medal for holding city down.
Gregory Mayo
2 years ago
This was probably the most positive and straightforward service experience I've ever had. I dropped my car off at 8am for an exhaust leak, they called me at 11am to confirm what my mechanic told me and get approval for the repair, and then called me at 1:45pm saying it was done.There really is something to be said for clear and honest expectations, and a quick repair that doesn't break the bank. 10/10 would use them again.FYI, they don't take appointments so get there when they open.Service: Exhaust
Steve O
a year ago
I've been going to Pete's Auto for several years and every experience has been total satisfaction! Nobody offers better customer service than Pete and his capable, hard working crew. If there's a more honest individual in the car repair business than Pete, I'm not aware of it!
gina cataldo
a year ago
Although I will admit I am bias, this is the absolute only place to bring your car regardless of whether I happen to know the very intelligent and hard working staff here. This is a welcoming and non-pressure location where I can tell you no matter if you are a female with zero knowledge of cars or a dude familiar under the hood you will be treated fairly. Very great hours all week as well as some weekend open hours as well as very competitive prices !
Mike O
2 years ago
What an excellent shop and repair experience! Sometimes owning an older vehicle is a pain and also a challenge to find a repair shop. I was referred to Pete's by another auto shop that does my tires and alignments. They said, you are going to love this place. Wow, is all I can say. Pete's far exceeded my expectations and I can't say thank you enough. Just go there, you won't be disappointed.Service: Exhaust
brian weeks
2 years ago
He did full exhaust on my old Volvo and I am so pleased. I had originally stopped late in the afternoon to ask and he lamented that he couldn't fix it that very day but I could get me in the next day. Unbelievable! Super quality job and the price was amazing as well. I'm totally sold on this place.
Jesse Miner
7 years ago
Anything that they are capable of doing here, I highly recommend getting done here. Honest, friendly, knowledgeable, flexible, and talented staff. I always recommend this place.My first experience was with a Caprice Classic in 2006. I went to 2 different places for my exhaust and this was the 3rd. I arrived at closing time and inquired with Pete as to what was going on. He put it up on the lift (after closing time) rather than replace the whole system as suggested by the other places, was able to remove and replace the trouble piece of my exhaust right then and there. And at a fraction of the price! I love this place. Going to drop my car off right now!