Allies Automotive

Hands down this is the absolute best mechanic I have ever used. Dealership quoted well over $2k for front struts, 4 wheel alignment $206, front axle shaft & cv $1526k. This quote was actually not total replacement only some parts.

Chris & his crew replaced everything for under $2300. They are very honest & extremely knowledgeable. They will always be my mechanic & I will recommend them to anyone I know who needs work on their auto

Kind mechanic that saved me around 3-4K from a quote provided by another mechanic! I’m so thankful I came across this honest business & I’ll definitely be coming here for all my car needs while I’m in Austin. I highly recommend this place to anyone with car troubles.

I have been taking my two aging vehicles (both '08, Ford Escape/Hyundai Accent) to Allies for years to keep them on the road. They have addressed things as small as the latch and spring for the hood to rebuilding the Accent engine when the timing belt snapped. I always get a diagnosis explained in plain English, what the solution is and what the cost will be. Not always speedy but I have never had to return for the same issue. It gets fixed the first time and the pricing is fair and transparent.

Had some electric problems with a vehicle I imported and after calling a hundred places to help me out these guys were the only ones who weren’t afraid to fix it. Super excited to work on it too so I felt I was in good hands. Don’t normally leave reviews but for a smaller shop in south Austin I’m all about giving that support so if you’ve had your doubts I can assure you that you have no reason to worry. Great guys, great work, I know where I’m going next time 👍

They are super friendly, honest, and candid about what needed to be done with my older car. I appreciate their straightforward , no-nonsense service. Indeed, I'll be back for the next time on my 1977 grand prix! I feel fortunate to have found Mr. Chris and his team over there at Allies! Thank you, gentlemen!

i had a miata with a blown engine, and had difficulty finding any mechanic who wanted to try and fix it. i was told, you need a new engine, but nobody wanted the job, i went to four different very good mechanics and they all said no, it's not fixable. one of the mechanics recommended Allies. I'd never heard of them but i gave them a try. I spoke with the owner Chris on the phone and he said he would try and see what he could do.

long story short, after thinking and believing that the car was a total loss, and pondering the idea of selling the car as is, i got great news from Chris. Chris and his crew got the car running, as good as it ever was, for thousands of dollars less than what i was expecting.

thank you Chris.

This is a small town Mom and Pop repair shop these guys go out of their way to do the best that they can possibly do for you with your budget I was extremely impressed with them getting my car in and getting my car out in 5 days it's been working great the air conditioning is ice cold I don't want my car to break but if it does I know where I'm taking it

Chris and his guys do great work! If your vehicle needs work or you think it's something and it isn't? Whatever the case? Honest about fix, what it needs, and in a timely manner... Busy place because they are GOOD!! THANK YOU CHRIS AND THE BOYS MY 4Runner is running great!

Very honest and knowledgeable! I started by taking my Buick Enclave to Juke auto and they told me I needed my motor replaced! I then had it towed to Chris at Allies and he diagnosed it as just needing the catalytic converter replaced! He had it fixed in no time! Very happy I decided to have a second opinion!

These folks do incredibly good work, especially on major mechanical repairs. Chris is the most honest and capable mechanic I've ever dealt with. I've been taking my cars to him for over 22 years. My 1999 Ford explorer just passed 315,000 miles.

The owner and the other guy there are amazing! They helped with my car fast. He was straightforward about pricing. He didn’t want to add anything on extra than what I asked. Didn’t try to upsell, I told him what I needed done and he had it done fast and done well! Thank you!! Great local guys, funny and they genuinely love cars!!

Does excellent work. Chris the owner is an anomaly in the auto mechanic world--he is honest. The charges for his work are fair. His prices keep him and his family fed and his customers are happy and return for future work. My SO has used Chris for 9 years.

This is what American craftsmanship, quality and integrity should always aspire to be. I used to work as a Paramedic and once had a brilliant instructor guide us to always treat every patient as if they were a member of our family. Chris definitely does this in his work and it is incredibly respectable and inspirational. I could probably write an eight thousand word essay on how excellent and strong this shop is. Seriously. If you have auto needs this is the place. Beyond that; the yard outside the shop is like a symphony of awesome on its own. If you pay attention you will see some magical things. It’s so cool. Thanks for all the hard work and good energy Chris and Allies. Much respect.

We have been using Chris for 25 years. He is completely trust worthy and I consider him to be the very best mechanic in Texas. You would be hard pressed to find anyone better.

Highly recommend and he will always provide to you several options and will give you a thorough accurate analysis and fair pricing. Chris oversees or does the work himself. My wife and I totally trust Chris.

Russ Robinson

Chris was referred to me by a friend. Chris hands down is the best mechanic I have ever dealt with. No sleezy sales pitch just gets your car back in working order. I went in for a Oil Change, Transmission Oil change, Brake check and tire rotation. He notified me that with the next oil change my brake pads would need to be replaced but were still good to go. When i take it into other places it always feels like they are trying to get my money right then and there for services i never asked for. My wife's check engine light went off when she took me to pick up my car. We immediately took it to Chris and again he went above and beyond to find the issue. He test drove it to make sure the issue was resolved, Jiffy Lube did not do this courtesy for my wife. Chris also informed my wife that even though they Jiffy Lube recharged her AC they purposefully overlooked the leak that they should have fixed. I cannot even begin to say how great Chris is. He has made some life long customers out of us and its such a relief to find such a true professional.

Chris is a very knowledgeable mechanic. My first visit and their customer could not recommend them more. 10/10 service. Will be back.

One of the best repair shops in town. The owner is honest and makes sure the work needed, gets done at a fair price. I've been going to Allies for years, and send anyone who needs a good repair shop, to them. They offer a full range of repair services, including towing and storage.

I've been a customer of Chris and Allies since 2009 because he does great work and treats you like a fellow human being. He's also amazing with turnaround times. If you're looking for something other than a corporate auto repair shop, then this is the right place for your car to call a second home.

My experience was great. I would definitely use him again and would recommend him to anyone needed an alignment and could not find a timely appointment in Austin. They took me the next day.

Great place. Chris does pretty much everything. I had my El Camino done as well as my Excursion. He is fair all the way and I trust!! him.