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Golf Crawford Auto Service
- Pricing
- Fair
- Honest
“He takes the time to explain everything in layman's terms so we can make an informed decision on what is worth the investment and what can be deferred to later.”
Best Car Tune-Up in Evanston, IL
24 technicians listed · 10 in Evanston · 13 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Exsa Automotive
- Transmission
- Mechanic
- Communication
“They could find the reason that was coming from underneath my car, yet they still charged $100 and couldn't really explain what was done and what I paid for.”
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Rolf's Auto Doctor
- Dealership
- Mechanics
- Vehicle
“They have told me what is worth fixing on my ancient car, and what is not, and really have gone out of their way to explain issues (even drawings sketched!”
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Howard & California Auto Repair
- Coffee
- Sell
- Owner
“I have gone there three times now to get their opinion on something before I took my car to a specialized transmission shop they suggested and they did not charge me any of those times.”
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Pit Pros
- Efficient
- Sell
- Job
“Very quick, very simple and amazing price.”
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A1 Auto Care
- Vehicle
- Oil
- Mechanic
“I'm the first to admit that I don't know much about cars, but Mark made everything easy to understand without talking down to me or selling me services that I didn't need.”
Listed for drivers in and around Evanston, IL, these 24 shops handle tune-up work and running faults. What each one says about diagnostics, warranties and service specials comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Evanston, IL
Of the 24 technicians we list here, 10 are in Evanston itself and 14 come from towns including Chicago (8, 14 mi), Arlington Heights (2, 15 mi) and Park Ridge (1, 8 mi). 23 of the technicians on this page have a rating, from 4.4 to 5.0 across 3,521 reviews; 19 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (88%), quality (82%) and value (78%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "diagnosis", "fair" and "honest". 13 are open on Saturdays. 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 14 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 12 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 1 offers financing; 2 give free estimates; 9 are family- or locally-owned and 7 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 19 of the technicians on this page; 18 publish a contact page; 9 list a public email and 6 take bookings online. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.
Can I book a tune-up online with shops listed for Evanston?
Online booking is offered by 6 of the 24 shops on this page. Put the symptom in the notes rather than picking a service name, because a shop that knows it is chasing a misfire will set aside diagnostic time instead of a quick parts slot.
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Skokie Auto Service
- Driving
- Fair
- Quality
“I've used Skokie Auto Service several times now, and every time I've received great service at competitive prices and been impressed with the high standard of work carried out.”
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R & S Auto
“I will always patronize this business.”
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Trasmission Plus
“Best service ever also really good price and smart mechanic”
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B & V Auto Mechanic Inc.
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Dakota K Auto Repair
“They not only repaired components in and around the radiator but they also arranged with the insurance company to do the bodywork on the front end of the car.”
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Avondale Auto Repair
- To Choose
- Tire
- The Future
“Pricing was definitely fair and while my bill was high because i needed an entire AC compressor replacement it was not outrageous and averagely priced for Chicago.”
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Ted's Auto Clinic
- Oil
- Work
- Honest
“My family and I have been a long time clients for many years, taking our vehicles here for literally generations, and I can't recommend this place enough.”
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Howard Auto Service
- Flat Tire
- Transmission
- Emissions
“My first time here I needed a fuel pump replacement; these guys not only fixed my issue but also repaired a bit of my exhaust that was starting to wear out.”
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Triangle Auto Service
- Mechanic
- Vehicle
- Oil
“I used to have an Altima with 170k + miles on it and they helped that car survive until the transmission finally quit, always offering sensible repairs for a car on its last legs.”
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German Auto Repair
- Know
- Diagnosed
- Audi
“I went from mechanic to mechanic trying to fix my Audi a7 for 4 months and these guys got it all fixed up within a week, only trusting these guys with my car again!”
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Midwest Performance Cars
- Expertise
- Inspection
- Dealership
“MPC gives me easy to understand reports of which repairs are needed, how urgently they need to be done, fair estimates, and a quick turnaround on service.”
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Augusta & Paulina Service Station
- Brake
- Battery
- Honest
“In fact, last year when I had to say goodbye to my beloved 97 Honda Civic hatchback (rusted undercarriage), they let me keep it there a few extra days while I worked on getting it donated.”
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Skylark Garage
- Check
- Mechanic
- Vehicle
“I've been back for an oil change since and if we have any engine trouble or a service engine soon light comes on it's good to know we have Joe to keep our cars safe and sound”
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Arlington Performance Center
“I took it to Chris at APC, he carefully explored the threads, noticed some small shavings which had been caught in them, rethreaded it, and $150 later my issue was no longer.”
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Sooper Lube
“$130 for full synthetic is higher than any oil change I've ever had, but should consider inflationary environment and the fact that I didn't wait at all.”
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Nortown Auto LLC
- Communication
- Tire
- Team
“In the years I've been having my Cadillac STS serviced at Nortown I always leave knowing that once again Jimmy and his guys gave me the best work I could get.”
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Sound Performance
- 350z
- Questions
- Team
“I have an Infiniti IPL G37 that I had bought a couple of months ago with only 20,000 miles on it and it needed a tune due to some performance upgrades that I had put on it including one so that it could run on E85.”
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M & R Car Import Services II
- Quality Service
- Work
- Job
“From the initial diagnosis to the final solution, they communicate every step clearly and openly, ensuring you understand the issue and the proposed fix.”
Car Tune Up Services in Evanston, IL Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$168
Maximum cost
$891
National Average
$335
Avg Per Hour Rates
$73
$223
$502
Typical price range is based on 262 cost profiles
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