Auto Repair Shops and Mobile Mechanics in Lindenhurst, NY
MechanicRank lists 6 auto repair businesses in Lindenhurst, NY. 2 are mobile mechanics who come to your home or work and 4 run auto repair shops you can drive to. The best rated with a real review history is North Star Auto Body of Lindenhurst, at 5.0 stars from 187 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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All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in Lindenhurst
6 independent businesses in our directory.
Isaac’s mobile mechanic
North Star Auto Body of Lindenhurst
Mike's GM Village Inc
Espo's Car Care Center
Dino's Auto Repair
Getting a Car Fixed in Lindenhurst
Independent shops in New York usually charge $110 to $165 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 York rates, a transmission fluid change runs about $140 to $410 and a brake rotor replacement runs about $210 to $630 for a midsize car.
Of the 6 Lindenhurst listings that post their hours, 3 open on Saturday and 1 on Sunday. 1 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.
5 businesses in Lindenhurst have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 5 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 71 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, Lindenhurst has 1 body and collision shop. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.
Vehicles need a safety inspection every 12 months and when ownership changes. Most inspections also include an emissions check of the onboard computer (OBD). Vehicles less than two model years old or more than 25 model years old are exempt from the emissions part. Details are on the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles site. Repair shops must be registered with the DMV and must give a written estimate if asked. They cannot charge more than the estimate or do any work without permission, and customers can get replaced parts back if they ask in writing before work starts. Read the rule.
Owning a Car in Lindenhurst
Lows drop to freezing on about 88 nights a year. Cold is when a weak battery finally fails, because a cold engine takes more power to turn over.
The average commute in Lindenhurst is 32 minutes each way, and 72% of workers drive there alone. Long commutes add miles fast, so oil changes and brakes come due sooner than the calendar says.
Sources, checked October 13, 2026
- Weather: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, station Farmingdale Airport
- Households and commutes: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024, Lindenhurst village
Pre-Purchase Inspections in Lindenhurst
Buying a used car in Lindenhurst? 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.
The nearest PPI Auto city is New York, about 33 miles away, and inspectors drive out to Lindenhurst.
New York requires inspections, but a passed sticker only means the car met the minimum on that day. It says nothing about the transmission, the frame or a leak that starts next month.
Questions About Auto Repair in Lindenhurst
How many auto repair businesses are there in Lindenhurst?
We list 6 in Lindenhurst, NY. 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 Lindenhurst?
North Star Auto Body of Lindenhurst currently holds the highest rating in Lindenhurst at 5.0 stars from 187 reviews. North Star Auto Body of Lindenhurst, Mike's GM Village Inc, Roadside Auto Repair 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.
Are there mobile mechanics in Lindenhurst?
Yes. 2 of the businesses we list in Lindenhurst will travel to you rather than making you bring the car in. That covers most servicing, brakes, batteries, diagnostics and plenty of repairs that do not need a lift.
How much do mechanics charge per hour in Lindenhurst?
Independent shops in New York usually bill $110 to $165 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 York require a car inspection?
Vehicles need a safety inspection every 12 months and when ownership changes. Most inspections also include an emissions check of the onboard computer (OBD). Vehicles less than two model years old or more than 25 model years old are exempt from the emissions part.
Are any mechanics in Lindenhurst open on Sunday?
Yes. 1 of the businesses we list in Lindenhurst show Sunday hours, including Isaac’s mobile mechanic. Call first, because Sunday hours are often short and some only take emergencies.
How do I know a shop in Lindenhurst 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 6 listings in Lindenhurst has been claimed yet, so call to confirm hours and what the shop works on. Repair shops must be registered with the DMV and must give a written estimate if asked. They cannot charge more than the estimate or do any work without permission, and customers can get replaced parts back if they ask in writing before work starts. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.
Does it cost more to use a mobile mechanic in Lindenhurst?
Usually not. 2 of the businesses in Lindenhurst come to you, and with no building to pay for, they often charge a bit less than a shop. What they cannot do in a driveway is work that needs a lift or a press, so heavy jobs still go to a shop.
How does winter in Lindenhurst affect my car?
Lindenhurst gets about 88 nights a year at or below freezing. Cold exposes a weak battery, and salted roads rust brake lines and exhaust parts. Test the battery in the fall and rinse the underbody in winter.
Can I get a pre-purchase inspection in Lindenhurst?
Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Lindenhurst 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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