Trust... the number one issue to consider when choosing a mechanic. Mike and his staff have worked my Saab(s), Volvo and Alfa through the years and havent let me down. They take their time to check for the problem, give you a great look at the potential concerns... including a walk-thru. Once youve identified the issue you need fixed, it gets fixed. Most importantly, they will not make the fix without your understanding and approval and an accurate price point. Thats where the trust comes into the process and it means so much. Thank you Tina and Michael.

I can’t thank them enough!!! Came in with my old lowered Vw for a alignment. He spent some time on it because everything was rusted and didn’t wanna move. Will be coming back!!!

Love this place. They can fix anything pertaining to a vehicle. Before you buy your next vehicle, bring it to these guys and let them go through your vehicle from top to bottom. When they are done you will know if your car is a lemon today, tomorrow, or down the road. Capitol Mechanics will give you the peace of mind in purchasing your next vehicle from any dealership.

They refuse to take public health seriously and refuse to wear masks even around elderly vulnerable people. They do not respect their customers and have made multiple mistakes fixing our car which has lead us to come back multiple times.

Brought my 2009 Honda Accord here after 3 other mechanics could not diagnose the problem. An issue with the power steering system was diagnosed and repaired in a matter of hours. My car is back to perfect! They were very professional and thorough and listened to my concerns. Capitol mechanics were honest and very straight forward. Great price...and they gave me a loaner while my car was in the shop!!! Michael is a very knowledgeable engineer and I will never take my car anywhere else! Best mechanic in the state.

My friend and I stopped here after the boat and trailer we recently purchased had trailer problems. Jason was very helpful, and who worked hard to get us back on the road. The team fabricated a part we needed in their on-site machine shop, and took care of us all the way through. We were very happy with the service, knowledge, and capabilities of the team. We were lucky to pull into their shop.

Great place! They just fixed my Mercedes in 1 day and I got to use a loaner car which was awesome! Another place I had taken my car in Green Island apparently could not even hear the very loud noises it was making because then Roberts Auto would have had to pay for it under the warranty. Very nice people as well. Will use them for all my repairs and maintenance!

Very fast service, I contacted C.M. to have a pre-purchase car inspection carried out on a high end second hand car the following day. Their price for service was very reasonable, also gave me a AAA discount. I got good insight into the car I was considering buying, the most important part was talking with them post inspection along with the report. They just saved me a lot of money. Definitely recommend again for pre-purchase inspection.

I have taken my car to Capitol Mechanics for years, since I read that they were recommended by AAA and the Better Business Bureau, and they are the best auto repair for miles around.I trust them completely and when they have to keep my car overnight for repairs, they do provide a loaner car free of charge, until the car is repaired.Capitol Mechanics is the best and they can be relied on to provide grade A+ service. They are outstanding in auto repair and the owners are very nice people.

Capital Mechincs is hands down the most honest, knowledgeable, and capable mechanics I have ever used. All of my vehicles go to Capital. They recently did an engine swap for me, not only for dirt cheap but they did a tremendous job. Not only did they install the engine without a hiccup they also got my heated seat to work and my Bluetooth radio working again. The best part is, they didnt charge me a dime to fix the radio or seat warmer!!! I would encourage everyone to bring thier car there. Foreign or Domestic.

I highly recommend capitol mechanics for first rate foreign car repairs. They have proven to be fair, reliable and knowledgeable. I wont go anywhere else. They keep my cars in top shape They repair it right the first time, .they dont nickel and dime you. Theyve always been friendly, warm and courteous.

Great mechanics, and the owners are very knowledgeable. Staff over all excellent highly recommended on all cars but especially foreign cars

I have brought my older BMW to Capitol Mechanics several times over the past couple years, usually for issues and not for general maintenance. Each time Mike, the owner, has taken the time to talk about what theyve found as the issue and what options there are for repair. The mechanics there do really good work too - Mike and his team know how to work on older cars and the complications they can sometimes have.I highly recommend at least checking this place out - I was referred here by a friend and its the only place Ill go in the Capital Region. I live 20 min. away and its worth it.

HONEST, EXTREMELY KNOWLEDGEABLE, and GOOD PRICES. What more could you possibly ask for in a mechanic?! I recommend them wholeheartedly.Though I rely on reviews a great deal, I never take the time to write one myself...this time, I simply must. I bought Saab convertible with a stalling problem that no one could solve for months. After an extensive search I found Capitol Mechanics, 2 HOURS away from my home. The owner spent a lot of time with me on the phone and was so patient and knowledgeable, that I decided to tow the car to them. I could not have made a better decision!! Not only did they find and fix the problem, they took to the time to explain things to me and point out other things the car needed, without the pressure of doing them right away. In fact when I asked them to to fix other things, they insisted I spend time with the car and make sure everything was working as it should.

Great people doing a great job. My exhaust system was riddled with holes and I needed a new transmission. They had it done in less than a week, gave me a free loaner, and were VERY informative about exactly what was going on with my car. They gave me things to look for in the near future and didnt do any meaningless work just to milk me for cash. All in all great experience and I will be back.

Great attention to detail for my Classic Car. Highly recommended for their knowledge and appreciation of cars✔

Michael and his team have been amazing. I was referred here by TACS in Bethlehem after I had issues with my engine. Ended up replacing the engine but kept running into a check engine light coming up. Had to come back and was taken good care of along the way, with both additional stops being free and the team calling the supplier regarding a faulty part. Top customer service. I will definitely be back!

Mike spent most of his career as an engineer, but decided working on cars was more fun. Hes a genius. I took my 2004 Cavalier to another mechanic with a cylinder 3 misfire and he couldnt fix it (didnt charge me either) but didnt know what to tell me. Mike figured it out in very little time and now Im back on the road.Prices are average but hes honest and wont try to tack on unnecessary stuff. Definitely try this place out.

I bring vehicles from my body shop to Mike and his team at Capital Mechanics when they have engine issues. I used him because I was referred to him from a networking group our business belongs to. He is awesome at what he does and I am beyond happy with the work he has done for me. Last time I had a vehicle at Capital Mechanics It needed a new engine and we got the car back in less then a week. There was a check engine light on and so we sent it back to Mike. He looked it over and could not figure out why we were getting a timing code. We sent it to the dealership and after 4 days they figured out the motor was a different motor then the vehicle was supposed to have. I guess a slight variation in the model was causing an issue. We found out that the salvage yard that Mike bought the used engine from had labeled their part wrong and that is why we were having this problem. Mike paid for everything at the dealer and towed the car back to his shop. He forced the yard to take the engine back and give him the right one and after a couple days he had the car back to me. My customer who had to endure this process was super happy. Capital Mechanics went beyond what most other shops would have done and I feel great bringing my cars to Mike whenever I need anything. It says a lot about a business when they stand behind their work. Thank you Mike for being such a great guy and running a business that does the right thing for its customers! I will be referring as many people as I can to Capital Mechanics!

I brought my mini van in to have the CV joints, rotors, breaks and inspection done. Job was done quick, very responsible price and they even gave me a free loaner car for the weekend because the CV joint was not available. Mike, the owner, took time and gave me great tips to keep the car it better shape and to disbunk some car myths.WIll definitely bring my cars back here in the future.

I have been going to Capitol Mechanics for nearly a decade. If theres anything they can do to help a customer, theyll bend over backwards to make it happen. They even saved me from buying a used car that had far more problems than the dealer let on. They have my full trust, and I couldnt imagine going anywhere else!

Capitol Mechanics is one of the gems of the Capital District. Mike and his team are smart, honest and enjoyable to work with. They really care about cars and about helping their customers make the right decisions. Theyve replaced my radiator and most recently my shocks and suspension on my 1981 classic, among other work. I would highly recommend them.

They do not try to get you to purchase unneeded services.

Great personalities, quality service, great communication and a free loaner car. They did work on both my vehicles for a reasonable price, quickly and hassle free.

Nice people who care about their customers. Im a former employee so no conflict of interest here :) I have worked for many different independent repair shops as well as dealers, good and bad, big and small. Through this experience I came to work at CMI for 6 years as a service tech and will tell you from the insiders perspective that these are good people. No one will spend as much time and effort as Mike and Tina and their team to get you options and solutions for your repair situation. They are not cheap but you get so many things that you will never pay for. Thumbs up guys!

They are the best! Mike is like a car surgeon; his boys know what they are doing. Honest folks...will tell you upfront what is wrong with your car and how much it may cost.

I’ve been a long standing customer of Mike Levin and could have endorsed the Capital Mechanics team several times over the past ten years.But a problem that I encountered with my XC90 is certainly worth mentioning, a problem that continues to set Mike well apart from the rest.A design change presented a number of technically challenging circumstances regarding VOLVO drive gear assemblies on my particular model. (I love my VOLVO by the way).The problem that Mike diagnosed was not something that commonly presents itself leaving him with a full plate of research and analysis to get to the root of the matter.Mike even went as far as machining a customized extraction instrument for a procedure that required the utmost diligence in the removal of an extremely delicate and critical mechanism.All the while keeping me in tune with updates and the best courses of action that made the most financial sense.Mike even invited me on site to observe first hand where he was in a particular process and explained to me the many details surrounding the repair.Days after the service was completed, I received a follow-up call to assure my VOLVO’s performance.Mike Levin is of a different breed.Holding a degree in mechanical engineering he brings a vast wealth of knowledge and experience to the table.Something you certainly won’t find at any dealership, let alone at the average shop.I highly recommend Mike Levin and the Capital Mechanics team.

I cannot say enough good things about Capitol Mechanics, their outstanding customer service and how they stand behind their sales and repairs. I highly recommend them based on how they honored their warranty on a 2001 Saab I bought for my son to take to college. They went above and beyond providing great customer service.The car was in great shape and they had completed a number of repairs to prep it for sale including new brakes and rotors, new turbo, new battery, fixed the exhaust, new fluids. It drove great. Unfortunately after two days the oil pressure light came on. I brought the car back in, no hassle, no questions and they gave us a loaner to use while they repaired the problem. They also replaced the main and rod bearings as a courtesy to extend the life of the engine - great customer service. The oil pressure tested normal.Unfortunately, the light came back on during the blistering heat. The only things left to check required the removal of the engine. Again they gave us a loaner to use. After inspecting the engine, they could not find any visible issue. They determined that the issue was with the block itself and REPLACED THE ENGINE UNDER WARRANTY AT NO COST TO ME. Unbelievable! They could not have been better or done more. All of this on a 12 year old car. The car runs great.Capitol Mechanics are outstanding people to do business with. They stand behind their word and were more than fair to me. I was very impressed and I would recommend them to anyone. Thank you for standing behind your sale. I appreciate it.

I scarcely write reviews, but this business truly deserves it. I am student at RPI, driving 15 years old subaru. I came to them number of times and they always help me chose the best actual solution for the problem. They look at what the problem is, and consider several scenarios how it could be addressed, INCLUDING scenarios that dont make them any money. (one of good examples is when I once wanted timing belt changed, they pointed out the high miles and the rust on brake lines and suspension, telling me it will make no financial sense for me to have them do this maintenance)This business understands that if you are treated with respect and honesty, you will come back. You may find repair shops that will quote you lower price, but dont get fooled. If Capitol mechanics quote you 150 bucks, that is what the job costs. Not a dollar more, not a dollar less. You dont want to get your car screwed up by someone who does not know what they are doing, leaving seals messy and leaky, losing fasteners or striping threads. I saw some highly valuable historical cars in the shop, entrusted to Capitol mechanics with major engine/transmission rebuilds. This alone tells you they are reputable.If you are looking at a repair for more than 200 bucks, I would definitely recommend to drive an hour to have them help you find the best solution for the problem you actually have. You pay once, they fix it once and for all.

Very very very overpriced 130 for a alignment that cost 79 elsewhere

Extremely knowledgeable, passionate about their auto works. Well, they do sell used cars that they did works on, seemed to be very good prices, should come by and ask about those.

They helped me discover hidden body work on a used BMW, which was certified and was planning to purchase. They did thorough used car pre purchase inspection.

Very nice people and seem to be very honest. i went for an inspection and recommended some stuff but didnt try to get me for anything.

I found this service center to be top quality. I am thinking about making it my go to repair shop.

10+ years of 100% honesty and integrity has me traveling 15 miles (one way) to have Capitol Mechanics handle all my automotive repair needs.

Professional, honest, prompt, knowledgeable and courteous owner, great service.

Very careful, thorough mechanics and willing to take on challenges.

I own an Audi, and brought it to the dealer (Langan Audi) for a check engine light, a suddenly stopped convertible top, and a NYS inspection. It took me a week to get an appointment. When the service day finally arrived, they spent about twenty minutes, immediately peeled my inspection sticker off, plugged in the computer, got the codes, and then apparently made a whole bunch of assumptions as to what the real issues were. Or more to the point, they probably never even really looked under the hood. They gave me an estimate of $2500, told me they didnt have the parts and gave me a bill for $130 to run the computer check.Sensing that I was being taken for a ride (and not to mention that I have NO inspection sticker), I drove right away to Capitol Mechanics. Its a whole different world there - they arent slick at all. The owners have no pretentions, no immaculate facilities - but Mike the owner understood what was going on, and actually took my car in even though they were clearly booked for the day. He told me it might be until the next day that they could really inspect what what wrong, and they gave me a loaner (a FREE loaner). They also quickly figured out the problem - mice had chewed through a series of wires and hoses.It turns out that NONE of what Langan has said was the problem. The repairs in total cost $780 - 1/3rd of what Langan told me! Plus my car was washed and detailed inside, too.In fact, had Langan done the work they wanted to, the problem would have remained, as what they told me I needed was not the problem at all. Plus, in the week that it would have taken to get back into the dealer, Im sure I would have have a ticket for not having an inspection. WOW, I dodged a bullet on that one.THANK YOU Capitol Mechanics - I will never go to the dealer again!!

Good staff and workmanship

Took a week to fix my vehicle, every time I called something else was wrong with it. Will not return.

They are awesome