Newport News Auto Repair

Mon - Fri: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sat: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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I went to get my car inspected. The staff was very nice, however, after waiting all day when it was supposed to only take 1-3 hours they were explaining to me what all needed to be done and my total amount came out to $1,371.45. I knew this couldn't be right and had them reject it. The next day I took it to a dealership where it passed with flying colors. I told the mechanics what I was told before. They told me that was not true and that the only thing my car really needs is an oil change and new front tires by next year. Everything else was fine. I don't know why B&L was charging me so much plus $200 an hour for labor which is crazy but I won't be going back.

Sarah, On your vehicle, we were contacted via the state police about your failed repairs. The VA State Trooper made a visit to our location where he inquired about the items we failed the car for and he was shown pictures from our digital inspections that we performed on your vehicle. After seeing the pictures the Trooper stated we were correct in our decision for the items we failed and that he would be visiting the technician at the dealer to handle the rest of the investigation. He did also state that he was going to have the technician to go ahead and pass your vehicle as to not delay you further. I apologise that you received conflicting information in reference to your state inspection, and just wanted you to know the entire story. Also, you mentioned our labor rate at $200 per hour, and I would like to just take one moment to address this. Our labor rate for repairs is $109.97 and I am at a loss to where the numbers you're mentioning are from since doubling our labor rate is not within our practice. Our number one goal at B&L is to provide superior service that our customers expect and thus providing you with the safest and most reliable automobile for you and your family. We hope that you will visit our facility again to see why we are the number one five-star Google rated automotive repair facility on the Peninsula with twice the reviews of most others, and number one Certified Auto Repair Facility on the East Coast for 2015. Sincerely, Brad Brown Owner 3rd Generation

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I brought my car for inspection at 12:30 p.m. and the waiting time "according to the one who checked my car in" is 1 to 3 hours. It is a very long waiting time specially there were only two cars ahead of me. I kept calling to check if someone started checking my car but no one did. I called again at 5:00 "30 min before they close", and the guy told me -in a rude way- we can not check your car today because the car ahead of you failed the inspection. I picked my car up at 5:30 - my car was with that place for five hours - and no one even touched the car. Never going back for sure.

Thank you for your review and we certainly understand your frustration with the state inspection process. The Virginia State Police specifically state that all vehicles have to be taken in the order to which they are received, and we cannot under any circumstances make appointments. Unfortunately, this makes for a difficult process when vehicles fail for inspection and have to be worked on due to the laws we have to abide by. We do apologize that we could not get to it in the time we estimated, and we would ask you to please forgive us. Remember that the beginning/ending of the month will always be when inspections are the absolute busiest and most difficult to wait for. In no way would we ever want to not serve one of our customers, nor come off as rude in any form, and respect each and every customer. Again we are very sorry for not being able to do your inspection due to the time restraints of previously dropped off vehicles for the same service. We hope you will understand and visit us again. Sincerely, Management

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5

Outstanding. This is the best repair and maintenance facility I have ever found for automobiles. The service and appointments are prompt, and the staff (especially Darin at the front desk) is knowledgeable, courteous, and takes the time to carefully explain to customers any required repairs as well as recommended service. Of particular note, is that the technicians use cameras to download photographs of the repair process or problem areas that are reviewed with the customer on a monitor in the lounge area. This level of involving the customer is outstanding and always helps me in my decisions regarding repairs! I strongly recommend B&L Automotive. They will always have my business!

5

Truly care. This is the best repair and maintenance facility I have ever found for automobiles. The service and appointments are prompt, and the staff (especially Darin at the front desk) is knowledgeable, courteous, and takes the time to carefully explain to customers any required repairs as well as recommended service. Of particular note, is that the technicians use cameras to download photographs of the repair process or problem areas that are reviewed with the customer on a monitor in the lounge area. This level of involving the customer is outstanding and always helps me in my decisions regarding repairs! I strongly recommend BNL automotive. They will always have my business!

4

Great service.

Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a great review. It was our pleasure serving you. Thank you for choosing B&L for your automotive service needs. We look forward to serving you again in the New Year. From our staff to you, we wish you Happy Holidays!

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5

Great service, every single time.

Thanks so much Benjamin for allowing us to serve you, and we look forward to seeing you on your next visit. Thanks for being our customer!

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5

Great service very knowledgable people

Thanks Denzel for taking the time to leave your review of our company. We appreciate the opportunity to serve you as our customer, and would like to thank you for your business. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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5

I really love this place. Great service!

Thank you so much Xiomara for your kind review, and for allowing us to serve you. We appreciate your patronage, and look forward to seeing you again soon. Thanks for being our customer.

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5

Friendly/knowledgeable staff and great service!

Thank you so much Michael for leaving your review of our company and staff. We are so happy to have been given the chance to serve you as our customer, and look forward to seeing you again soon. We wish you And your family Happy Holidays!

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5

Fair and honest work done at a reasonable price.

Thank you Mel for taking the time to leave your review. We appreciate your business, and thank you for allowing us to serve you. Our staff would like to wish you and your family a Merry Christmas, and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Thanks for being our customer.

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