Google Reviews
Mike Lane
★★★★★
5 months ago
I brought my car to Carl’s Automotive and couldn’t be happier with the experience. Carl, the owner, took the time to explain everything clearly and even did a thorough inspection to make sure my vehicle was in top shape. His prices were fair, and I felt completely confident in the work he did. I had a great mechanic before I moved, and I was worried about finding someone I could trust again—but Carl has quickly become my new go-to mechanic. Honest, knowledgeable, and professional. Highly recommend!
Mikayla Price
★★★★★
a month ago
I’ve had some intermittent issues with my car and took it to Carl. He gave me a clear rundown of what he found, and ultimately my car didn’t need any repairs at this time. It’s really nice to feel like you have a mechanic who isn’t just trying to make money off you, especially when work isn’t necessary. I’ll definitely be coming back here for any future car needs!
Christopher Lank
★★★★★
4 months ago
I brought my son's car to Carl's shop and Carl did a great job. Gave the car a good look over (we were having it looked at for maintenance) and got an honest overview. Pricing was great as well. You earned a lifelong customer Carl.
jacob fauth
★★★★★
2 months ago
Carl’s Auto did a great job diagnosing and repairing a misfire I had on my car. I am very pleased with the customer service and knowledge of Carls Auto I will definitely recommend and will use them again in the future.
Jessica Slye
★★★★★
8 months ago
I don't know of too many mechanics that have a 5 star review but this one does and for good reason. Carl got my car in a reasonable amount of time and explained to me what he would recommend and what could hold off. Im always worried about getting upsold at a mechanic being a woman but he's honest and reasonably priced! Thanks again Carl!
Bonnie Tate
★★★★★
11 months ago
Carl is so great! Honest, and just fantastic to work with. We had a complicated repair, and he was so communicative and fair through the whole process. Highly, highly recommend!
Andrew Owings
★★★★★
a year ago
Carl is the only mechanic I'll ever go to. He's honest, fair priced, and spends time with you to go through the options. He's genuine and so kind. I've gone to him for 10 years and had nothing but great experiences every time. I highly recommend giving Carl a call!
Elizabeth
★★★★★
a year ago
Because of his many 5-star reviews, I took my squealing car to Carl's. He took care of the issue in under an hour at a very reasonable price. Carl specializes in repairing hybrid & electric/EV cars like the Toyota Prius, RAV-4 and other electric/hybrid SUVs, trucks, etc. He is a super-recycler and even has solar panels on his shop that help charge his own Chevy hybrid sedan. He is, hands down, the most intentional of all mechanics I've met. I will definitely be back! Thank you, Carl!
C Young
★★★★★
2 years ago
Carl is a great mechanic and wouldn't trust anyone else to take care of my car. I've known him for years and he always takes time to explain what needs to be fixed and he shows me the parts that he's had to replace. I trust him to do the best job for me and my vehicles.
Jake Smith
★★★★★
2 years ago
Carl is amazing. He is the most honest and fair mechanic I have ever met. He doesn't try and screw anyone over by over charging for unnecessary repairs. He will tell you when its time to look for a new car as well. There is a reason he is hard to get into, because he has a such a loyal following. He is the best mechanic in Boise!
Brie
★★★★★
4 years ago
My work has been using Carl's for a long time, so I brought my 2001 Tundra to him when it needed its 200k timing/water pump/etc done. I'm really protective of my truck given it's my first vehicle and I depend on it for my job. He got it done quickly, no hassle, in 24 hours. Price was good, less than I had budgeted for. Really happy with the results and highly recommend.
Sarah Judd
★★★★★
a year ago
Carl is the best! A clear communicator, trustworthy, and skilled mechanic. As long as his shop is open, I’ll be taking my car to Carl’s.
Kristin Jones
★★★★★
3 years ago
Carl has probably saved me thousands of dollars in this calendar year alone. He gives quality recommendations, and is generally a good human when it comes to giving advice about car repairs. He's also very knowledgeable and can explain problems/solutions in plain English rather than car speak. A friend originally recommended Carl's Auto Repair to me, and it was the best recommendation I've ever received.
Thad Handlos
★★★★★
9 years ago
Simply the best mechanic we have ever used. Taking your car to Carl is the best choice you will ever make when it comes to the maintenance of your vehicle.. His expertise, friendly demeanor, and the fact that he actually cares about doing the right thing and treating people fairly is a refreshing change. I would highly recommend Carl and his staff.
Diego Fable
★★★★★
Edited a year ago
Carl specializes in EV and hybrid cars, and he has been taking care of my 2004 toyota prius for 5 years now. He always does a great job and he and his crew are really friendly. Also, they're chill with queer folks! I like that Carl is passionate about the environment, ask him about his solar panels on the roof. My 20 year old prius runs great and will keep running great with Carl's help.
Dean Sebastian
★★★★★
Edited 6 years ago
Carl's Auto Repair proved to me that they're in the business of saving people time, money and stress. Carl and his team were flexible with finding my Jeep's issues and they kept me updated every step of the way. Great staff, well priced—I highly recommend.
Josh H
★★★★★
2 years ago
Carl is the best. About 2 months ago my prius gave me a scary code asking me to pull over in a safe place. I took the car to Carl. He helped it out with great care, diagnosing the issue with skill and competence. He went out of his way to learn everything he could about the hybrid system and remedies for the issue. Eventually, after talking through a few options, we decided to swap out the hyrbid battery. This seemed pretty scary, but I felt confident in Carl's abilities. He took care of it and was over the moon about the learning experience. He taught me all about the system and I left with what feels like a brand new prius. Better gas mileage than when I first purchased it. If you're looking for an excellent mechanic interested in the future of hybrid and electric vehicles, Carl's Auto Repair is the place to go.
Mark Richmond
★★★★★
6 years ago
Carl and his team are outstanding in their field. My family has taken their cars to Carl's for decades and every time someone strays to another mechanic for a "special" or a "deal" they always come back to Carl. I cannot say enough good stuff about the work they do. Fair, reliable, and go above and beyond the call of just fixing our cars. Thank you Carl!!!
Jaxon Miller
★★★★★
2 years ago
Didn’t have any work done by Carl, but I called hoping to get my 2004 f150 with the 5.4 triton in for a diagnosis on a no start after I changed the plugs. He called back shortly and said he was backed up through April, but spent about 5 minutes on the phone with me asking me about the problem and telling me where he would start looking. Never had a mechanic do this before and will definitely be going to Carl in the future for anything I can’t fix myself!
Chris Callor
★★★★★
Edited 4 years ago
Carls auto repair went above and beyond my expectations while keeping it under my budget. I am very satisfied with their service. Back again a year later and just as impressed with the latest repair. Communicative, friendly and fast. Thanks C.A.R.!
