Auto repair shop

Uptown Auto Specialist

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Uptown Auto Specialist is listed on FindALoco in Jefferson, LA with address, phone, website, hours, and map location. Common services and related keywords include Auto Repair Shop.

Uptown Auto Specialist is an auto repair shop at 501 River Rd, Jefferson, LA 70121, serving drivers in Jefferson, Louisiana. Public business information lists weekday hours as Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the shop closed on Saturday and Sunday. Customer accounts mention oil changes, brake inspections, side-view mirror work, and other vehicle repairs, so those examples offer a practical sense of the work people have sought here. If you are considering a visit, confirm the specific service, expected timing, and any inspection or diagnostic charge before leaving your vehicle.

Reviews point to pricing and communication as important considerations. Several customers describe receiving an estimate that changed by pickup, being charged for work or parts they say they did not approve, or learning about a diagnostic fee only after requesting an inspection. One review reports a $285 charge for diagnosis, while another describes a $273 oil-change quote that became a $500 bill. These are individual customer accounts, not a complete record of every visit, but they are specific concerns worth discussing directly before authorizing work.

Other reviewers describe dissatisfaction with repair outcomes and follow-up. One customer says a side-view mirror was not installed properly and that returning for another fix led to an additional charge; other accounts raise concerns about brake-inspection costs and repair estimates. The available information does not establish how every job is handled, so customers may want to ask what a quote includes, whether parts or additional services require separate approval, and what the shop will charge if a repair needs to be revisited. Clear, written expectations can help prevent misunderstandings.

Uptown Auto Specialist may be relevant to local drivers comparing repair options in Jefferson, particularly those looking for weekday service related to oil changes, brakes, mirrors, or general repairs. The shop’s listed public rating is 3.2 from 81 reviews, and the customer comments provided here are notably critical of billing transparency, estimates, and customer interactions. Consider reading recent reviews and comparing written estimates before making a decision. When contacting the shop, describe the issue, ask whether diagnosis is billed separately, and confirm the total or approval process before work begins. This gives you a clearer basis for deciding whether the shop fits your needs and budget.

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Dustin Culp
1d ago

Should have read the reviews… dropped my Mercedes off for service a (an oil change). Called and quoted $273 and said the only thing wrong was the remote needed a new battery, told them I had ordered a new battery and didn’t need it, new quote $265. Went to pick car up $500, new remote battery included. The dealership would have been cheaper. Don’t lie and rip people off Update: called today with an apology and refund for the difference of the quote. Not sure what happened, but appreciate they responded.

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Dana Dupre
1d ago

A bad experience. Was misquoted for a broken side view mirror, which was not properly installed and when I brought it back to fix (for the third time), charged extra for their mistake. Cannot advise to use — would have been less expensive to fix at the dealership….

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Simran Patel
1d ago

I wish I had read the reviews before going here. They charged a $285 diagnosis fee that I was not aware of before I could decide if I wanted any services done. When I asked about this charge, the owner was extremely condescending and unprofessional, and I left feeling completely taken advantage of. There are several other reputable and honest car specialists in town, please save your time and money and go anywhere else.

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Stephane B.
1d ago

DO NOT GO THERE. I asked them to check my brake pads, and they came back with a $285 bill just for the inspection. They never warned me that simply checking the brakes would cost that much. On top of that, the price they quoted to replace my brakes was ridiculously high. When I told them I would just take my car back without having any work done, the guy’s attitude completely changed. He became rude and clearly upset that he couldn’t squeeze more money out of me. He barely even wanted to explain the $285 “diagnosis.” Terrible experience.i wished I could out zero star.

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van 2
1d ago

Bring your car literally anywhere else, it’ll still be better than this place. I had my car break down a few months ago and was charged an absolutely absurd amount for repairs and other random touch-ups that I didn’t ask for but assumed would be worth it in the long run. I don’t even want to say the number but trust that it’s more than whatever you’re thinking. My car ran great for about a month before the check engine light came on again. I brought it back here and asked if they could just do a check and see if they missed something. They kept the car for almost a full week (after telling me they’d have it back by the next afternoon) and when I went to pick it up they only huffed and rolled their eyes like I was some huge idiot and told me there was nothing wrong with it at all. Drove around with my car like that for a month, because why would I know better than a professional, just for that to cause irreversible damage to the engine. Turns out there was a serious problem there and it took them six whole days to not figure that out! TLDR; do not come here, do not give this place your money, you will genuinely be in better shape even if you have to tow the car across the city :)

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