Great place. They stay on schedule and treat you well. Nice waiting area too and family friendly!
What Our Customers Are Saying
Everyone is so kind and knowledgeable! Very good prices with exceptional, quick service. They explained what the inspection would entail and & answered any questions I had. I highly recommend Schafer’s for any automotive service!
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We're happy to have provided clear, easy-to-understand services, as we know how frustrating and confusing automotive services can be when you aren't experienced in the field! We do our best to keep the experience as human as possible because it's important everyone understands and can communicate easier! We hope you continue coming to us for your automotive needs!
A seamless and easy experience, I went in for an oil change and they were kind and accommodating. Highly recommended.
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review, Nathaniel! We hope you come again so we can continue to provide a positive automotive experience!
Staff are friendly, and honest. Service was fast. Everything you could want in a mechanic.
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We're glad you had a good experience with us, and we hope to continue to do so!
This is a predatory auto shop, they can put up “family auto shop” all they want but it doesn’t mask what they do. Not only do they charge three times the reasonable amount (275 for replacing 2 lights that I needed to pass the safety inspection), they left my car filthy and I had just cleaned my car out a week prior. I understand places doing everything exactly by the book, but failing me for a safety inspection that three other shops said they would never fail for is predatory. They were saying I needed 4k of work to get my car to pass. It was $120 to get a safety inspection and Emissions, four other shops that I called were all about $75-$90 for the inspection and emissions. So in this day and age, if you wanna spend extra money And then have to clean your car out afterwards, go here!
Excellent service from start to finish. Waiting room is large, comfortable and looks out over the service bays. Wifi available as is water and coffee. Most of all, staff is friendly, helpful and explains clearly everything you need to know about your car. And if that isn’t enough, you get a full written report.
When for a balance & they randomly filled up my windshield washer fluid lol ❤️
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, Jay! We always top off customers' fluids, since we know how easy it is to lose track of how full they are! We hope you continue coming to us for your automotive needs & have a great rest of your week!
Very awesome wholesome place
Excellent work and customer service very well explained what your vehicle needs
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, Leonel! We're glad you're happy with our services, and that we were able to explain everything clearly! We know how important it is for both parties in auto repair to be able to understand what's going on in order for communication to be 100% clear! We hope you continue to trust us with your vehicle!
Run run and RUN from this rip off garage !!! My daughter car failed inspection $190 . They gave her a list of MUST haves totally $4100 !!! It needs Rotors alignment, oil change , Brakes, and ball joints They took advantage of a young girl . Thankfully she called her dad ! We took the car to another garage !!!! It ONLY needed Brakes and Rotors ! Total cost $480 ! This mechanic confirmed that NONE of these additional services were NEEDED!!!! Don’t trust this place !!! They will rip you off ! SHAME on Shaeffers Garage for your DISHONEST practices !!! Zero stars in my book !
We are so sorry you feel as though we have done your daughter an injustice. The list of maintenance we do in every inspection is NOT all "MUST" haves, they are recommended maintenances that you can do at any time, to protect and extend the life of your vehicle, as we explained to both your daughter and her father. ( we can attach an itemized list to this review if that would be helpful?) We do this so that our customers are aware of what maintenances are needed to keep the car in top condition, and don't have to spend big money on all of those repairs at once - or worse, pay for a bigger repair caused by the lack of maintenance upkeep. As for what she needed to pass inspection, it was just the brakes and rotors. (which we can share her itemized list on here if that would help you) We are happy you were able to get them replaced, and hopefully were able to pass inspection elsewhere. If we could make 1 request it would be to understand the information given to you before attacking a reputable business.
Super friendly! I only went in to get an inspection done which was relatively quick but based on the overall vibe of the staff and how they work together, I just know my car would be in good hands should I ever need more extensive work done.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, Sipha! We're glad our positive work environment shows in every way haha! A staff that gets along goes a very long way in the automotive world! We hope to see you again and that we continue to provide an above-and-beyond experience!
Thanks, Brooke! We hope you continue to trust us with your automotive needs and that we continue providing top-notch service!
I needed an inspection ASAP And they got me in the same day and took care of any issue that was necessary. Absolutely phenomenal service and great people to work with. Will be going there for all of my needs moving forward!
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We're happy to have helped, as we're all too familiar with the PPA haha. We hope to see you again and continue to provide exemplary service!
I'm driving a 2009 Honda Accord. It's a bucket and has been through my 2 college-age kids before it became mine. Admittedly I don't have reason to drive it often but when I do, it matters that it runs well. My most recent repair was a transmission replacement and they were upfront and honest about my options. Considering my car still has low mileage and every thing else was ok, they suggested I replace the transmission instead of replacing the car. I couldn't be happier. The car runs so nicely and I'm overjoyed that I'll be able to avoid a costly car payment.
I was Totally Happy with the Service I received from Schafer's Auto Repair! I would most Definitely recommend others to Schafer's for any Auto Service needed...Thanks Schafer's!!!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We're glad you had such a good experience that you'll recommend us to others! We hope we can continue providing pleasant automotive experiences for you and whomever else you send our way !
Fantastic group, their the best in the business.
I had a lot of work done to my car. They were very professional and kind. Very easy to talk to, had a couple laughs with them when I was there. They all are very personable. The girl at the front desk is so sweet and helpful . She goes out of her way to help with anything you need. I will definitely come back and recommend my friends here. By the way Chris keep singing it makes it even more inviting to the customers. 😁
Front desk girl here! Thank you for your kind words, I try my best haha. We're glad you had a great experience with us, we try our best to humanize the automotive industry as much as possible because we all know how intimidating/confusing it can be! Chris also thanks you for appreciating his underappreciated singing lol next time you're in, feel free to drop a request for him!
Honestly can’t say enough about this team. Years after moving out of South Philly I still make the trek down there because these are the only guys I trust. They are dependable, won’t try to up charge me, explain everything they are doing and why they are doing it, and stand behind their word. Customer service is top-notch. They enjoy teaching their clients about cars, which I find very cool as someone who knows nothing about them. The’ve also found and corrected problems with my car that other shops have created. Your money is well-spent here.
The folks at the front desk they do what they do best deal with customers i do not blame on them of my dissatisfaction. BUT the "technician" is questionable 🤔 I had an "alignment" done supoustly by a professional not mentioning he's name but dude I have to throw you under the bus. With than been said,my second visit was the last.
I was very pleased with the customer service and professionalism. I was greeted with a smile from everyone I encountered from the parking lot to the front desk. They conducted a thorough diagnostic during my inspection and explained every finding and how they arrived at it. I'm will seriously consider them for my service needs even though I usually go to the dealership.
Thank you so much, Monica! We do our best to keep 'car stuff' as human as possible, and that very much relies on open, friendly communication! We're also happy you trusted us with your daughter's car before she went off to college, and hope you both continue coming to us!
Hai, I’m a dog. Schafer’s has taken care of both of my driver’s cars now since I moved to Philadelphia and I like them a lot a lot. Our advisor, Chris, took all the time my grandma needed to go over repairs he would make AND the car was ready EARLY! Dad says we’ve never worked with a better auto center ever ever ever! Daddy worked with Steven (with a V just like my grandpaw!) and had an equally great experience. We will be making this our regular spot for all things car boo boo related. I took a little tinkle on the curb so everyone knows it got the Pippin seal of approval. Thanks everypawdy!
Hewwo good puppies! We're so glad to help you and your family out, and we're always delighted to meet new furry friends! We hope to continue to provide the best auto services possible, as well as provide the best treats for four-legged friends whenever they drop by to visit!
I can't say enough great things about Schaffer's Automotive! We were stranded hundreds of miles from home over the July 4th weekend, and the entire team went above and beyond to help us. Chris was excellent throughout the entire process. He was always available, kept us updated every step of the way, and made a stressful situation so much easier to handle. The mechanics worked wonders to get our vehicle repaired and back on the road so we could make it home before the holiday weekend. Jenn was also wonderful. She went the extra mile communicating with our warranty company and made sure everything was handled as smoothly as possible. Outstanding customer service like this is hard to find. Everyone at Schaffer's Automotive treated us with kindness, professionalism, and genuine care. If you're looking for an honest, dependable shop that truly puts its customers first, I highly recommend Schaffer's Automotive. Thank you all for turning a stressful experience into a positive one!
Thank you so much for your feedback, Anna! Chris and Jenn are fantastic, and we're glad to hear we were able to go above and beyond, as we always try to. Thank you for trusting us to get you back on the road and back home safely, and know that you are always welcome back both in Philly, and at Schafer's!
Great service and friendly staff 👏
Thanks so much, Ken! We hope you continue to trust us with your vehicle and that we continue to provide exemplary service!!
I had a great experience at Schafer's Auto Center. I brought in my Audi S5 with an antifreeze leak and it just wasn't running the way it should. The team quickly diagnosed the problem, fixed everything, and now it runs like new. Honest, professional service and great communication throughout the process. I highly recommend Schafer's Auto Center!
Thank you so much for the kind review, we're glad you had a pleasant experience with us! We do our best to make auto repairs more human and open communicatively, so we always appreciate the feedback!
Thanks for taking the time to give us a rating, Brian!
Excellent service from start to finish! As someone who’s new to Philly, I wasn’t familiar with Pennsylvania’s required vehicle inspections. The team at Schafer’s Auto took the time to explain the entire process, answered all my questions, and made everything easy to understand. What really stood out was how welcoming everyone was. They treated me like family, not just another customer. It’s refreshing to find a shop that’s honest, professional, and genuinely cares about the people they serve. I highly recommend Schafer’s Auto to anyone looking for a trustworthy place to service their vehicle. They’ve earned my confidence, and I’ll definitely be bringing my car back here for future maintenance and repairs. Thank you for the outstanding experience!
Thank you, Carlos!
Did a walk in around noon and they were slammed. Said we could schedule it for the next morning then said you know what they'll make it happen before 5 when they close. Got it done with a very extensive inspection with photos and info about everything honestly so much i dont know how they did it with the allotted time. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff with a clean professional work environment. I'll trust them with all automotive work in the future. They also text you and print out a very organized itemized list which was very helpful for other repairs and the milage they are supposed to be replaced at. 10/10
Thank you for the review, Mark! We're happy to have provided a good experience! Even when we are at our busiest, we never rush a job. It's important for customers - especially first time ones! - to start off on the right, trusting first step so you know what our values are not only as a shop, but as a team! We hope you come to us for further services, and that we continue to provide above-and-beyond service!
1st time using Schaffer and gotta be honest - it was an absolute pleasure. Attention to detail, prompt service and excellent communication.
Thanks, Billy! We know how important it is to have a trustworthy shop that keeps open communication about your vehicle. We hope you continue coming to us for any of your automotive needs!
10/10 experience . Great customer service, affordable, knowledgeable and trust worthy
Thanks so much, Margaret! We hope you continue to trust us to provide positive experiences and quality work!
If you are looking for not just the friendliest but the most transparent and honest group of mechanics in the city this is your shop. They went above and beyond in knowing that I had my catalytic converter stolen and did everything possible to reduce the costs so I could get my car back in the road. I will only bring my car here in the future. Don’t look at further for a place to bring your car. Just bring it to Schafer!!
Thanks, Coby! As residents of South Philly, we are, unfortunately, intimately familiar with catalytic converters being stolen. Thankfully, the original history of our shop is deep-rooted in cat converters, so you came to the right place! We're so glad to have helped you out, as we know how frustrating and stressful it is! We always try to keep it 'human', and hope you continue having positive experiences with us in the future! Drive safe, and welcome to the Schafer family! 🚗💛
The staff is very friendly and personable. Pricing was great and the service was fast!
Thank you, Rachael! We do our best to provide a positive experience, and hope to continue doing so!
Thank you, Nate!
Thanks for the rating!
I recently came here for an emissions test, and I cannot recommend this place enough! Not only do they have excellent prices, but the entire team is completely professional and incredibly warm. You can tell they truly care a lot about their customers, and I experienced a deeply human level of care there - something that is honestly so hard to find at other general repair shops in Philadelphia. The whole experience was just incredible. I especially want to highlight Jennifer - she quite literally saved my life! Her customer service was absolutely impeccable, warm, and highly efficient. I am so grateful for her help. I will definitely be coming back here for all my future car repairs and maintenance. If you are looking for a reliable shop, this is it. Highly, highly recommend!
Thanks so much for leaving this review! I made sure to make Jenn read it, she's deeply touched and happy to have helped you. We try to keep auto repair as 'human' as possible, because it's important to have a foundation of trust! We hope you come to us for any other automotive needs, so we can continue to impress!
Everyone at Schafer’s was very friendly and professional. I expect to continue counting on them for future automotive services. They impressed me as being honest and dependable.
Thank you, Gary! We're happy to hear you were impressed, and we hope to continue providing the honesty and dependability that you - and, let's be honest, everyone - deserve when it comes to taking care of your car!
Thank you, Elaine!
You did a great job. All your personnel are always helpful and I was impressed but how fast the job was turned around whoever worked on the car. Did a great job. Thank you for your work.
I had a great experience. The team was friendly, professional, and honest about the repairs my car needed. They completed the work on time, and my car drives like new. I will definitely come back for future service.
Thank you, Gara! We're glad you were happy with our services, and hope to see you again!
Love the report texted to me
My engine light and drive light started blinking, I immediately called Shafer’s because I have used them before. They told me to come on in and they were able to atleast give me a diagnosis and they had the part the next morning and it was installed way earlier than I was told. Their service and professionalism is awesome as well as the customer care. My part was warrantied which was amazing. Thanks so much highly recommend Shafer’s
Thank you, Tracy! We're glad you trusted us enough to think of us first, because we know how scary it can be when any of your lights start blinking. Happy you're happy with our work, and we hope to keep providing the standards you expect from us!
It was a nice experience visiting this clean and organized shop. Thank you for the courtesy oil/filter change. Not many shops can afford this anymore. I was very satisfied with the front counter reception, the upstairs waiting room with service area windows, and the thorough multi-point inspection with photos, recommendations, and cost estimates! I’ll shall return in the future and also recommend to friends and neighbors!
Thanks so much, Mario! We like to make sure everyone is comfortable and at-home, even for longer car repairs! We're so glad you were satisfied with the counter service, we do try our best to keep it as honest and human as possible!
All I can say is a JOB WELL DONE
All we can say is: THANK YOU! Your feedback is much appreciated Michael!
Great Team and got the job done quickly as promised!
Thanks, Heather! We try to get the job done and we do it well! We appreciate your feedback!
Thank you for the rating, Christine!
Very friendly staff! The ladies at the front desk are so friendly and funny. They know how to explain things to people who aren't 'car people' and for that I'm very appreciative!
Thank you so much for the feedback! We try to keep things 'human' in the automotive industry, because we know not everyone understands everything about cars!
The kindest people!!!
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, Olivia! We're happy you were satisfied with our services! We hope you'll continue coming to us for your automotive needs!
They are quick and efficient!
Thanks for taking the time to leave us some feedback, Curtis! We appreciate it and hope you'll continue coming to us for any automotive needs!
The team here does a great job! I'm always able to get my car in within a reasonable time and they are quick to get it back to me. Everyone at the front desk is kind and takes every concern seriously. When problems come up with your vehicle they are well documented and explained, and they're honest with what can wait to be done vs what they recommend needs to be done right away. They go above and beyond and I always feel good walking/driving out of there.
Thanks for taking the time to provide us feedback, Mac! We know how important it is to understand what's going on with your vehicle so that communications are easy to follow all around. We know what it's like to have big terms thrown at you with no explanation, and we'd never leave someone in the dark like that. We hope you keep coming to us for all your automotive needs!
Thank you for taking the time to give us a rating and review, Marcia! We hope to see you again for any future automotive work you might need!
Their staff was kind and I had a great experience here, they got my car inspected quickly and without any hassle. Highly recommend!
Thanks, John! We're happy you were satisfied with our staff and services. A happy customer is a happy business, after all! We hope you'll continue coming to us!
