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December 2025 by Jane P
A while ago we used to bring our cars to Clarke Automotive for basic upkeep. We were VERY satisfied. Then we both purchased newer cars, and fell into the “dealership knows my car better” mindset. Well, you cannot be more wrong!!! The dealership is not out to help the car owners. They are out to prey on the patronage. They say you “desperately” need one service or another. Then when service is complete, it’s with sub-par products at twice the cost. Yes, I should have already realized this as an adult. Finding an automotive group worth trusting and not feeding you BS is difficult. Clarke is that group! I trust them with honesty and direct communication. I brought my car in to have it looked at. I know service for several things will be due soon. But, like most people, I try to save money where I can as funds are tight. I continue to bring my car to Costco for tire rotations. Why? They are free? What’s wrong with that? Nothing really, but no one strongly trained is looking at the other portions of my car that might need service soon so I can appropriately budget. Took my car to the dealership for oil changes because they offered a “special.” What did I get? Hounding to buy a newer car, sell back my older car. Hounding for additional services (that I didn’t really need!). Informed things were severely broken on my car (to the tune of $5,000) that were not really broken! How did I find out about the last one? After practically having a coronary at the dealership and asking for my “broken” car back, I made a call to Clarke to reinspect it, giving the information the dealership gave. Clarke gave peace of mind. They identified what was deemed “broken” but also said it’s not in need of repair. It’s not the “death” of my car- or pocketbook.
I have severe anxiety about bringing my car into locations as I fear the knee jerk reaction that costs will make my already strained pocketbook disintegrate. Clarke is honest! They will tell you exactly what you need. The costs associated, and honestly tell you if you can safely wait on a service! The staff is friendly, and I do not get those slimy feelings from the staff that they are trying to rip you off. I feel they are just trying to be totally honest.
My husband’s old truck had quite a few issues. Did they have to “chase” the repairs? Yes! You fix one thing, then another pops up. Or, the issue could be “this or that.” They were honest while chasing the issues. Did it get fully fixed? Yes! You know what else they tell you? If your car can be considered a lemon. Guess what? It was and we were compensated under lemon law. If you want to know what cars are generally good- go talk to them! They will tell you the troublemakers from the A listers.
I trust this group implicitly.
The recent service was to have my car evaluated for brakes as I heard squeaking during breaking. I was concerned the cost of brakes (again, practically no money exists in my account). What did I find out? I’m perfectly fine and the dealership placed sub-par pads on my car! Shitty product from the dealership was sending my ears, then anxiety through the roof. But, there is no issue! Yay!
At the same time, they did let me know that I would be due for a few services soon, that could be broken up to several events to have these things addressed. Guess what? I’ll be doing these things as service is cheaper than a new car!
Thank you Clarke Automotive!
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December 2025 by Mike trawick
Been coming here for over 25 years. Great service/ trustworthy and honest
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December 2025 by Stephen Willis
Clarke Automotive did an outstanding job. They were courteous and thorough in the repair of my daughter’s Mazda 6. I couldn’t be more pleased with the amazing service we received. We will definitely be returning customers for any future vehicle service or repairs. 5-Stars is not a high enough rating.
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September 2024 by Bonnie Williams
Hands down the best, most Honest mechanic shop you will find.? I can’t even begin to express our familys graditude to this wonderful family owned shop.
Such incredible service as well as a caring and trusting employer. ?
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September 2024 by Stephanie Herrick
I took my car in to have the a/c repaired. They were very quick to diagnose the issue and repair quickly. The cost and guarantee that came with the repairs that they did were better than anywhere I had previously checked. If you’re looking for somewhere to take your vehicle and feel confident that you’re going to get quality service from people you can trust, go to Clarke’s and ask for Luke!
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September 2024 by James Kemmerling
My Tundra had every warning light possible lit on the dash due to wiring issues. Another mechanic recommended I take my truck to Clark Automotive. They quickly diagnosed and fixed the problems. They also diagnosed and fixed my Camry's AC problem that another shop wasn't able to fix. This shop is the mechanic's mechanic. They do excellent work. Thank you for what you do.
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September 2024 by Nicholas R
Great shop, had a brake problem that took longer than expected to get the part for and clarke credited me back some money since I had to rent a car unexpectedly. Also didn't try to sell me new tires when I brought them some old ones to save me some money. This shop isn't just after money they do the right thing.
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September 2024 by Michelle Higgins
Absolutely delightful! Friendly, communicative, competent, thorough, respectful of my time/feelings/money. Two enthusiastic thumbs up.
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September 2024 by J Taylor
Honest, qualified friendly folks. A pleasure to do business with.
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August 2024 by Jeremy Wayne
Absolutely thrilled with the service I received from Clarke Automotive! My Van's AC was not blowing through main vents, and with summer in full swing, and a trip coming up I needed it fixed ASAP. I was bracing myself for a hefty repair bill, but to my pleasant surprise, they not only diagnosed and fixed the issue quickly but did so at an incredibly reasonable price.
I’m beyond satisfied with the cool breeze now flowing through my Van main vents on these sweltering days. If you’re looking for honest, affordable, and high-quality service, I can’t recommend Clarke Automotive enough. They’ve earned a loyal customer in me!
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August 2024 by Sheri LaMar
Have a new Subaru Crosstrek that through a series of events blew out a tire. Becky was able to secure new tire install and beat the dealer price. Thank you Clarke automotive
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August 2024 by Little Winns
I took my jeep commander there recently. They are very nice , respectable and a trustworthy. Don’t try and up sale you for something you don’t need. Price was reasonable for the quality work.
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August 2024 by Yvonne Toth
Always honest with no nonsense options for repairs and maintenance of my vehicles. Prioritizing needed repairs to keep my vehicles running well for as long as possible . Not the cheapest but the best.
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August 2024 by Roger Moore
I have used them in past. Polite, professions,fix it right the first time and pricing fair in these inflated times. I have given them five stars reviews in the past and had to drop to 4 this time for my visit repair in July 2024. The reason is this is this first time in 4 decades of auto service that I paid a diagnostic charge when I gave them the go ahead for repair. I can understand a diagnostic change if you tell them no if you dont like the repair estimate because everyone needs to be paid for their time. I dont understand paying a diagnostic charge when the repair was done because they cant fix the problem until they figure out what it is. The approximately $200 diagnostic charge should have been removed from my final bill.
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August 2024 by Matthew Izzo
Very good service, excellent customer service!
