Anonymous
09/25/2012 08:48
Subject: Looking for a reliable Volvo mechanic
OP here - thanks all
Anonymous
09/24/2012 22:09
Subject: Looking for a reliable Volvo mechanic
Scott's Specialties in Rockville. Excellent mechanic and they give you a discount based on the labor from your previous service.
http://www.4volvoservice.com/
http://www.4volvoservice.com/
Anonymous
09/24/2012 14:21
Subject: Re:Looking for a reliable Volvo mechanic
Anonymous wrote:Bethesda Imports on Butler Road not the cheapest guy but well worth it and very upfront with you 301-656-0056
+1
I changed a small light bulb on my Volvo recently. I took my car to Martens for warranty work and asked for a quote on the lightbulb. They wanted $38. Bethesda Imports charged me $8. I love those guys. I find them to be worth every penny. 8)
Anonymous
09/24/2012 13:16
Subject: Looking for a reliable Volvo mechanic
I've been taking geriatric Volvos to and have bought one used one from Tom Berlin at Wrenchmasters out in Rockville. He's really good. And they'll give you a lift to Rockville metro.
1081 Taft Street Rockville, MD 20850
(301) 424-7574
1081 Taft Street Rockville, MD 20850
(301) 424-7574
Anonymous
09/24/2012 11:20
Subject: Looking for a reliable Volvo mechanic
I'll third Bethesda Imports. And I'm always happy with the amount of the bill (compared to what dealers charge, it always comes in much less).
Anonymous
09/24/2012 10:23
Subject: Re:Looking for a reliable Volvo mechanic
Anonymous wrote:Bethesda Imports on Butler Road not the cheapest guy but well worth it and very upfront with you 301-656-0056
Second this. They are the best and most knowledgable when it comes to later model volvos.
Anonymous
09/24/2012 10:22
Subject: Re:Looking for a reliable Volvo mechanic
Mohammed at New Concept Auto Repair. It's on 5th NE, at Rhode Island Ave. Within walking distance of the RI Ave metro on the red line.
He will not hold your hand and explain every step to you, but he is GOOD. He understands Volvos inside and out, and has lots of ingenious little fixes for persistent/ common Volvo problems. (The 90s Volvos were prone to things like a certain electrical problem in the AC, odometer and other gauges crapping out, etc.) The dealer usually wants to charge several hundred dollars for these little things, but Mohammed has workarounds. He frequently makes a little tweak on our car and charges us nothing. Super honest, pretty fast, and totally expert. Don't be put off by the appearance/ setting of the place. You're there to get your car fixed, not to get a mani/pedi.
Honestly can't recommend him highly enough.
He will not hold your hand and explain every step to you, but he is GOOD. He understands Volvos inside and out, and has lots of ingenious little fixes for persistent/ common Volvo problems. (The 90s Volvos were prone to things like a certain electrical problem in the AC, odometer and other gauges crapping out, etc.) The dealer usually wants to charge several hundred dollars for these little things, but Mohammed has workarounds. He frequently makes a little tweak on our car and charges us nothing. Super honest, pretty fast, and totally expert. Don't be put off by the appearance/ setting of the place. You're there to get your car fixed, not to get a mani/pedi.
Honestly can't recommend him highly enough.
Anonymous
09/24/2012 10:09
Subject: Re:Looking for a reliable Volvo mechanic
Bethesda Imports on Butler Road not the cheapest guy but well worth it and very upfront with you 301-656-0056
Anonymous
09/24/2012 09:58
Subject: Looking for a reliable Volvo mechanic
Live in Bethesda. Have a late 90s C70 that needs a lot of work.