Gages Lake Auto & Light Truck Repair

Ken and his team were awesome to work with. Ken was very knowledgeable about what my vehicle needed and provided excellent customer service. Will be going back for service with my other vehicle for sure.

The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and down to earth. Can't can't afford all the repairs at one time? They'll give you a report of their inspection and prioritize which repairs or replacements need to occur, based on your budget. They'll be frank about repairs that may not have to be done immediately, and recommend when indeed your vehicle should return.

I started out as a customer of the Gages Lake shop, at the time residing down the street from The Gages Lake road garage. As I have since moved further north, I now visit their Lake Villa shop; once again, thankfully being a short walk away.

That said, even if I were 50 mi away I would still prefer to bring my vehicles here... They're trustworthy, competent, and practical. Heck, at both shops there have been occasions when they found less expensive ways to fix an issue and subsequently charged me LESS than their original quote... Passing on the savings to me.

Very impressed with the technical competency of the team and the professionalism of everyone. CJ was very helpful in explaining and communicating work in progress throughout the diagnosis and repair process. Thanks.

The team here is awesome. They treat you like family. Would recommend them to everyone. If I could give more stars I would.

Gages Lake Auto is super! They go above and beyond to give me good service. They are pleasant, efficient, and trustworthy. I know my elderly car is in good hands!

Totally trustworthy, quality service. Been coming to the Lake Villa location for years and will be back.

Gages Lake Repair is a godsend! Mechanics I can 100% trust to do quality work, fair prices and work with me on repair options. I have never felt taken advantage of working with this crew! Always friendly and courteous. They set a high bar for other mechanics and repair servicers!

Gages Lake Automotive took in my vehicle on short notice after my air conditioning died unexpectedly. Could not be happier they were able to accommodate me as it was in the mid 90's outside and miserable out. They thoroughly checked over my system and discovered it was in need of charging. I was given a courtesy vehicle to drive while mine was being fixed. I had my car back the same day, and everything went smoothly. Highly recommend Gages Lake Automotive, Lake Villa, or Gages Lake. Both locations always treat you well, are fair, and timely.

Very friendly service. I had a dent in my car door. They did an exceptional job for a reasonable price. I highly recommend

I have been going to Gages Lake Auto - Lake Villa location, for several years now. They are the most straight forward, customer-focused, honest shop I've ever been to. Ken makes sure to explain issues and will let you know if it's something that can wait, or if you need to do it right away. They are the best, and I'll continue going there for years to come!

I cannot tell you how amazing this place is. They also get you an appointment as quickly as possible, never take advantage, and even remember you! Such amazing service, they get you in and out. Also, Ken is so nice and explains everything perfectly. I will never not take my car here, and when I had to take my car to the dealer Ken gave me the best recommendation. I recommend this shop whenever I can!

I’ve been a customer of Gages Lake Auto for a few years now. They always take care of business. I’ve grown to trust and appreciate their products and services. They stand by everything they do. Ken and his team at Gages Lake Auto on Lake Ave. in Lake Villa are skilled, fair, and courteous to their customers. Thanks guys! Happy 4th of July!

Thank you to Ken and Gages Lake Auto. Brought my vehicle in to get my wheel bearing fixed. They did a good job of finding other issues with my vehicle. Mind you those issue that were found I knew about awhile back but I sort of put it off. Had them fixed it for a fair price. But the thing was they went above and beyond to check on the vehicle with being told too. The first impression to me is always the best impression. Thank you guys.
Update: ★★★★★
"My family have been going to this shop for years now. Ken, CJ and the team is amazing. They would not try to up sell you on anything you do not need like other mechanic shops. Brought my vehicle in and they found and fixed the issue with a reasonable price. Even went above and beyond and replaced my ceased caliper as a courtesy. How many shop would do that for you? Thank you guys. #SupportLocalBusiness "
- B. H.

This shop is the best. I drive from out of town to take my car here because I know that they are honest and do great work. I feel like they are my doctors for my vehicles! They can always quickly pinpoint the issue with the vehicle and every time I get my vehicle back it drives like dream. Skip and team always go above and beyond. I highly recommend them if you are looking for an honest and fair priced repair shop.

Two separate shops told me my Kia Soul needed a particular repair (which it didn't). I took it to Gages because they're our register mechanic and we needed a loaner car, and they diagnosed the problem correctly, which saved me from dumping a ton of money into the wrong "solution" and then having to pay to get the actual problem fixed. Very fair price, quality work, nice guys.

I took my f250 here after another auto repair business did sub standard work. Repairs were greater than estimated but held to original quote. Truck drives better than ever now. I won't go anywhere else in the future!!

Got my car in quickly, diagnosed issue and had it repaired ASAP. Prices fair, will definately use Gages Lake Auto repair again. Was looking for a local repair shop was hesitant to change but glad I gave them a try.

Whenever the work of a group stands out, I think it important to say so!

Specifically, I am referring to the excellent service performed by the Lake Villa Group, carrying out their work with Quality, with Courtesy, and with Gusto. Gusto (Zest) is the often ignored but so meaningful element that binds everything together, like the frosting on a cake, so if you want to add some froth to your life, schedule your next service there.

Robert Kaye,
Customer For Life!

Newer to the area and received a mail flyer for this shop. I needed a tire rotation and oil change. So I decided to use this shop. I looked online and saw I could make an appointment online. Sure thing, they called me back soon to confirm my request. I brought my car over, and was told it would take an hour. No problem. I knew there were some minor things which could have been worked on, but I didn't suggest or ask about them since they do a free test drive/inspection too. Well they found the issues I knew were there, and I asked about other items to see if they would "up-sell" me. THEY DIDNT! Well since they were honest, I had them do the minor work. At this point I knew it would be a longer wait, and they offered me a free loaner. FREE LOANER. And it was a nice brand new car, not a junker. When I picked up my car, I was happy with the price, even though some of the work I could have done myself, I was pressed for time and didn't mind paying the shop. I asked other service questions/advice as I checked out, and I'll go back in a minute. They treated me like I was a neighbor or friend, versus a shmuck they just want to up-sell every little service.
Highly recommended.

Very good spot, trustworthy mechanics.