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Auto Repair Shops and Mobile Mechanics in Livingston, NJ

MechanicRank lists 10 auto repair businesses in Livingston, NJ. 7 run auto repair shops you can drive to. The best rated with a real review history is Livingston Tire Company, at 4.9 stars from 1,223 reviews. Every listing shows the phone number, hours and reviews. Or send one free quote request and a local mechanic calls you back.

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Auto Repair Shops 7 Body & Collision 1 Tire Shops 2

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All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in Livingston

10 independent businesses in our directory.

Getting a Car Fixed in Livingston

Independent shops in New Jersey usually charge $110 to $155 an hour for labor, which is above the national average. A quote is the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts. At New Jersey rates, a brake fluid flush runs about $80 to $190 and a coolant flush runs about $100 to $230 for a midsize car.

Of the 10 Livingston listings that post their hours, 6 open on Saturday. None show Sunday hours, so a weekend breakdown usually means a mobile mechanic.

9 businesses in Livingston have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 7 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 40 or more reviews. A shop with a long history and a 4.6 is a safer call than a perfect 5.0 from a handful of people.

For work a general shop may turn away, Livingston has 1 body and collision shop and 2 tire shops. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.

Most passenger cars need an emissions inspection every two years. New cars get a five year exemption before the first inspection. Passenger cars no longer get a safety check, but taxis, limos and similar vehicles are inspected yearly for safety and emissions. Details are on the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission site.

Pre-Purchase Inspections in Livingston

Buying a used car in Livingston? PPI Auto, our sister company, sends an inspector to the car for $225 on most cars, pickups and SUVs. That is a 122 point check with a full scan and a road test, and the report comes back the same day. Dealer lot, private seller or auction, it works the same.

Parts of New Jersey require an emissions test. Ask the seller for the last test report, and if the check engine light is on, walk away until someone has read the code.

Book a $225 Inspection Call 951-267-8500

Questions About Auto Repair in Livingston

How many auto repair businesses are there in Livingston?

We list 10 in Livingston, NJ. That covers mobile mechanics, workshops, diesel and heavy duty specialists, body shops and tire shops. Every one has its own page with the phone number, what they work on and the reviews we have found.

Who is the best rated mechanic in Livingston?

Livingston Tire Company currently holds the highest rating in Livingston at 4.9 stars from 1,223 reviews. Livingston Tire Company, Gogel Tire and Auto Repair, Anzo Auto Service are the top three by rating among businesses with a real review history behind them. We rank on the ratings themselves and nobody can pay to appear there.

How much do mechanics charge per hour in Livingston?

Independent shops in New Jersey usually bill $110 to $155 an hour for labor. The national range is $95 to $140. Dealers charge more. Most quotes are the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts, so ask the shop how many hours it is billing you for.

Does New Jersey require a car inspection?

Most passenger cars need an emissions inspection every two years. New cars get a five year exemption before the first inspection. Passenger cars no longer get a safety check, but taxis, limos and similar vehicles are inspected yearly for safety and emissions.

How do I know a shop in Livingston is trustworthy?

Look at the review count as well as the stars, because five stars from four people tells you very little. None of the 10 listings in Livingston has been claimed yet, so call to confirm hours and what the shop works on. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.

Can I get a pre-purchase inspection in Livingston?

Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Livingston for $225 on most cars, pickups and SUVs. The inspector comes to the car, runs a 122 point check and sends the report the same day. Call 951-267-8500 to book.

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What Car Repairs Cost in Livingston, NJ

Typical independent shop prices at New Jersey labor rates, parts and labor, for a midsize car. Each guide shows the price for your vehicle and what to ask before you pay. See all 91 repair cost guides.

Brake fluid flush cost $80 to $190Camshaft position sensor replacement cost $90 to $385Catalytic converter replacement cost $410 to $1,710Fuel pump replacement cost $315 to $915Coolant flush cost $100 to $230Torque converter replacement cost $750 to $2,095
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