Vic's Auto Service

Auto repair shop
4.5(24 reviews)
650 Elizabeth Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07206
Vic's Auto Service

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About Vic's Auto Service

Vic's Auto Service has been keeping vehicles running smoothly in Elizabeth, New Jersey since establishing as a family-owned repair shop. The shop carries a 4.5-star average across 24 customer reviews, with Victor at the helm alongside his son Junior, two generations of mechanics serving a loyal client base throughout Union County and surrounding municipalities. Whether it's a daily driver or a project car, the team handles most undercover hood work with the kind of consistency that earns repeat visits year after year.

What separates Vic's from the typical shop is the straightforward pricing and genuine transparency that longtime customers cite in reviews. Several patrons specifically mention comparing estimates elsewhere and finding this shop noticeably more affordable without sacrificing parts quality or labor precision. The father-son partnership means every vehicle gets personal attention from someone who actually cares about the long-term performance rather than just moving tickets through a bay.

Reviewers who name-drop Victor and Junior describe scenarios ranging from same-day turnaround on no-start conditions to diagnosis of issues that stumped other shops. One customer notes Victor fixed their car the same day it arrived, returning it quiet and reliable. Another highlights how Junior has maintained multiple vehicles for their family over the years with no corners cut. These are the specific names and hands-on outcomes that keep three generations of local families coming back.

What Customers Say

Eight reviewers awarded perfect 5-star ratings, with Victor named in three reviews and his son Junior mentioned in two as the primary technician. The sole 1-star review cited refusal of a tire inflation request, an isolated incident not reflected in the otherwise consistent praise for diagnostic skill, honest estimates, and same-day turnaround capability.

Working Hours

SundayClosed
Monday8 AM–6 PM
Tuesday8 AM–6 PM
Wednesday8 AM–6 PM
ThursdayToday8 AM–6 PM
Friday8 AM–6 PM
Saturday8 AM–3 PM

Services

General Auto Repair

Underhood diagnostics, engine repairs, and transmission services for most makes and model years.

Brake Service

Pad replacement, rotor resurfacing, and brake fluid exchange.

Tune-Ups & Maintenance

Spark plug replacement, filter changes, and multi-point inspections.

Tire Services

Replacement, rotation, and alignment. Note: the shop may decline simple air fills per one review.

Suspension & Steering

Shocks, struts, tie rods, and suspension component replacement.

Electrical Diagnostics

Battery, alternator, starter, and wiring troubleshooting.

Heating & Cooling

Radiator service, thermostat replacement, and overheating resolution.

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