KC Auto Repair
8195 E Manley Dr, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
Reviews
08/21/2013
Provided by YP.comI have had two experiences with KC automotive, and neither have been favorable. While they have completed the repairs I needed, the level of customer service they choose to provide is regrettable at best. Additionally, they have failed to stick to their estimates both times I have worked with them, and in both cases, did not even bother telling me until the work was already done. The woman at the front counter seems to be trying her best to cover for the lack of communication with the mechanics, but it was simply not good enough. Unfortunate, because they are very near my home, and it would have been nice to have a local, reliable mechanic. The first time I went, I was struck by the fact that they told me Jeep builds their vehicles wrong, and that they make it impossible to do repairs the right way. They also told me that my fluids would continue to leak for a couple days, and not to worry about it. It leaked for over a month. No one ever answered the phone when I called, or returned my calls when they said they would, and when it came time to pick up my vehicle I was told "well we had to do a few extra things to make it work, so its going to be an extra $200."
The second time, I did a lot of research and read reviews and discovered that KC has one of the highest ratings for Prescott valley, seemingly having built up clientele for years, and rapport of begin one of the best priced repair shops. Hopeful that my first experience was a fluke, I tried KC again, this time for a warning light on my dash. We went twelve rounds and over three weeks of them telling me everything from the transmission needed repaired or replaced to the whole thing basically being scrap metal before I spoke to the owner, Con. He then informs me that he thinks its my torque converter, and that it was difficult to tell because they don't actually have a transmission specialist on staff and they had to call around and do more research (why would they not tell me that and refer me elsewhere?!). He's going to replace that, and "see how it goes." There were whole periods of time (days and days) where my vehicle just sat around waiting to be fixed while they "did research" or "changed their minds about what was best." All the while, them never answering the phone or calling me back when they said, and me having to pry information from them about what was going on. I ended up having to take the jeep to the dealer just to get a second opinion. My estimate at KC fluctuated daily, with them changing their minds about what they wanted to do. all in all I spent about twice what I originally anticipated spending. It took the dealer about 4 hours to diagnose the same issue. I don't know why my experience seems to be so vastly different from the ones I have read, but I will never return to KC. I would rather pay a little more and be treated like I have a right to know and a say in what happens to MY vehicle.
05/16/2013
I have taken both of our older cars into KC auto repair several times in the last 1-2 years for emergency repair and routine care since we discovered this great shop. Every repair was reasonably recommended for safety and care of the car; nothing excessive like unnecessary repairs some mechanics recommend. They are very honest and provide excellent work. And friendly too!
05/16/2013
I have taken both of our older cars into KC auto repair several times in the last 1-2 years for emergency repair and routine care since we discovered this great shop. Every repair was reasonably recommended for safety and care of the car; nothing excessive like unnecessary repairs some mechanics recommend. They are very honest and provide excellent work. And friendly too!
05/16/2013
I have taken both of our older cars into KC auto repair several times in the last 1-2 years for emergency repair and routine care since we discovered this great shop. Every repair was reasonably recommended for safety and care of the car; nothing excessive like unnecessary repairs some mechanics recommend. They are very honest and provide excellent work. And friendly too. We had a horrible experience with Sun Valley Auto so KC Auto Repair was a welcome experience!!!
06/12/2012
Provided by YPmobileI went here to get a quote for some work after seeing mostly good reviews. They took my e-mail address and said they would send me the price that evening.
I never heard from them. If writing a short e-mail is too much effort, then I have to wonder how willing they are to to a good job on my vehicle. The last place that couldn't be bothered with calling me with a quote is out of business.
09/29/2011
These guys have been in business since 1986 and I've been going to them since day one and referring everyone I know. They are honest and make every attempt to keep the customer in the loop. They're the best
06/03/2010
have been going to these guys for a while now after receiving references from several friends; they are fully as good as the references I received and I have passed on the references to my friends; I wouldn't go anywhere else;
05/20/2010
My family has been going to KC for quite a while. It's a relief to have a repair shop where you don't get ripped off. We always know what our car needs because they call and tell us what needs to be done, the priority, and an estimate. We don't get any "surprises" on our bills because they always let you know.
05/20/2010
Provided by YP.comWe've been going to this shop for many years and, in fact, our family's third generation is now customers of this shop. They have been nothing but honest and reasonably priced and have always stood behind their work. We wouldn't go anywhere else!
11/20/2009
Provided by SuperpagesI have been going to KC Auto for the last 20 yrs. for various repairs on all my vehicles. You won't find a more honest and reliable home town repair shop than KC Auto.I give them a big 5 stars and more if i could!!!!
More Business Info
Honesty, respect, courtesy and integrity for three generations.
- Hours
- Regular Hours
Mon - Fri: Sat - Sun Closed - Payment method
- check, discover, visa, cash, master card
- Neighborhood
- Prescott Valley
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- Categories
- Automobile Parts, Supplies & Accessories-Wholesale & Manufacturers, Automobile Accessories, Automobile Restoration-Antique & Classic, Welders
- Other Information
Parking: Lot