MEISSNER AUTOMOTIVE
📍811 East Charleston Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303
The Expert Verdict
“a highly rated autoshop with strong customer loyalty and transparent communication in Palo Alto, CA”
Customer Review Summary
Meissner Automotive — recent reviews (Yelp, CARFAX, RepairPal, Chamber of Commerce) highlight consistent strengths: honest, clear communication about repairs and costs; quick turnarounds and reliable scheduling; strong repeat‑customer loyalty; and pricing often favorable to dealerships, with Kurt and Scott frequently named for good service. Recurring concerns include being billed for diagnostics without a clear follow‑up repair, occasional issues after aftermarket parts installations (new noises), and isolated workmanship mistakes (e.g., a coolant cap left open). Overall, customers report a dependable, customer‑trusted shop—recommend confirming diagnostic fees and parts/warranty details before service.
Services Offered
Standard Service CatalogOffers a wide range of auto repair services including engine repairs
transmission
suspension
and steering. They specialize in Honda
Acura
Toyota
Lexus
BMW
Mercedes
Volkswagen
and Audi.
Real Repair Quotes
Real quotes submitted by customers of Meissner Automotive. Each includes a fairness verdict and price comparison.
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