I chose this shop based on its reviews and the service itself was straightforward with no upselling or unnecessary repairs recommended. However, I was very surprised by the pricing for a simple spark plug replacement on my 4-cylinder Honda Accord. The invoice was $275 for four NGK spark plugs plus $180 in labor. While I understand that shops mark up parts and labor, the parts pricing felt extremely excessive compared to the actual retail cost of these spark plugs. The work appears to have been done properly, but I left feeling that I paid far more than I should have for a routine maintenance item. I would strongly recommend getting a detailed quote and comparing prices with other local shops before agreeing to the work. So OVERPRICED 300%! Got ripped off. Unfortunately, this experience has made it definitely that I will not return for future service.
Jason, thank you for updating your review and for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad the repair was completed properly and that you appreciated our straightforward approach without unnecessary recommendations. We do want to clarify a few points. All of our reviews come from real customers and reflect their actual experiences with our business. For more than 50 years, we've earned the trust of hundreds of thousands of customers by providing honest recommendations and standing behind our work. Our labor charges are calculated using the California Bureau of Automotive Repair's approved labor time guide multiplied by our posted shop labor rate, the industry standard for determining repair labor. Our pricing also includes quality parts, experienced technicians, professional installation, and the confidence of our 12 month/12,000 mile warranty. While we're sorry we didn't earn your future business, we appreciate the opportunity to service your Honda and wish you safe travels. Thanks, The Quality Tune-Up Car Care Team
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