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5.0 of 5 stars.
I wonder where this hatred comes from. Owning a car is expensive! Groovy saved my life, my recently purchased car was over heating and they fixed the little fuse and now my car runs super cold! They...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So sad this place has such low reviews, my 2 experiences here have been better than previous reviewers.PS Update: I had 3 male friends walk in and one was very assertive that he knew about cars so...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Update on their BBB standing:http://www.bbb.org/central-texas/business-reviews/auto-repair-and-service/groovy-automotive-in-austin-tx-45212BBB AccreditationThis business is not a BBB Accredited...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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I looked online at shops when my car started acting up, and saw groovy had some complaints, but I live in the area and my car died..so I had it taken to Groovy. I am SO GLAD I did! They were AWESOME!T...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I gave Groovy lots of chances, but every time I took my vehicle to them it cost me twice what I was expecting to pay and most times they would tell me the work I wanted was not needed, but there was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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For those who say they do not overcharge, they did not inform me that something would require an extra charge and then charged me a fee for about half as much as what I was already paying for - a $40 ...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/01/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I don't recommend this place. I've had some really bad experiences with them in the past and I don't go back to places where they treat me like I don't know anything. Initially I loved them and used...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Groovy Lube has always been my first choice for oil changes and basic car maintenance here in Austin, because I prefer to support local businesses over the mainstream Jiffy's and other assorted,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I've got a riddle for you:What's the opposite of groovy?Groovy Automotive!(OK, no one ever said I was clever.)But seriously folks, this place is where you're sent if you 'fail' an inspection at Groovy...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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There are few things worse than having to spend a few hundred dollars you've worked hard to save up on a car problem that's unexpected and beyond your control. One of those things is learning after th...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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There are few things worse than having to spend a few hundred dollars you've worked hard to save up on a car problem that's unexpected and beyond your control. One of those things is learning after the fact...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here twice each time with a different vehicle, both times for inspection stickers. The first time was routine and my vehicle passed although for some reason they had to replace the gas cap....
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I've never taken my car to Groovy Automotive. *Keep this in mind.I have a 1995 VW Golf. I bought it off of a very militant chick who kept her receipts of all the work she'd done on the car. And all...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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Over $1000 for new struts, not correct parts. Car drove poorly. Took it back. Charged $50 to look at it again. Still drove poorly. i.e. extremely out of balance wheel on front. I don't think they ever looked...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
they charged me 50 bucks just to check my brakes told me it was an immediate concern and quoted me over $400, the itemized list being things I had not expressed any interest in at all but were...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Everyone I know, including myself, who brings their car to Groovy Automotive always (always) is told that there is something wrong with their car in addition to the original reason they brought their...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've used Groovy several times over the last couple of years for both of our cars. I have always been very happy with their work. They have a great turn-around time (usually one day), reasonable...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2008
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I have been taking my car to Groovy Automotive for years, and I have always been treated GREAT. As a female, I used to be nervous about taking my car to get fixed, but the guys at Groovy walk me through...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/03/2008
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I took my ford into a chain shop for an estimate on brake repair and some other issues. I was given what i felt was a really high price for the repairs needed. so I took it to have it checked out by groovy...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/24/2008
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They tried to ask for $8xx and put 5.5 hours' labor on radiator and thermostat job!!! This is not the first time!!! They generally give reasonable quote on parts and double the labor. Finally got the whole...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/07/2008
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they have been working on my car which is a 2001 honda and they always use dealer parts that is what i request and they do seem to allways be very upfront and tell you what is wrong they quote a price and soo...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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Groovy Automotive diagnosed my car, which either needed a battery or the alternator had gone out. They charge a minimum of 30 minutes labor (approximately $43.00) to do a three minute diagnosis. They tried to...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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I took my car to Groovy Lube for an inspection and oil change last week and spent the rest of the week regretting it. When I dropped the car off they told me it would be an hour to an hour and a half to do the...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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As a woman i always feel I'm being taken advantage off when it comes to my car repair. I was given a written estimate and was shown what repairs they recommended today and what i should look at for future...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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My car broke down on me at night, so I had to get it towed to an automotive place quickly. I wanted to support a local business that was nearby, so I had it towed to Groovy Automotive and left my keys and...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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As a longtime Austin resident I try to go out of my way to support local businesses. Unfortunately after my horrible experience with Groovy Automotive I will not be coming back. The biggest problem with Groovy...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/24/2008
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these guys are polite and very automotive oriented i been going to groovy for about two years and they have always made me happy and groovy they treat you with respect as well as fixing your car right the...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/24/2008
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As a woman who is not very car savvy, I pretty much expect to be slightly overcharged when I bring my car in for repairs anywhere I go but only to a certain degree. My car was overheating and I figured it was...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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i tell you what these guys have been working on my vehicle for about 2 years now and they have been very honest . I tell all of my friends and coworkers they really no how fix your vehicle. art is pretty cool...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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i went to a national chain for a brake job just thought i needed the fronts but they said i needed everything wanted to charge me 908.11 and that scared the heck out of me i took it to groovy because i live in...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/07/2008
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i really believe these guys eat and sleep automotive repair, very knowledgeable, they have a great reputation with my friends and i had to take my car in, it had a ck engine light on and these guys found out...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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I took two cars into the N. Lamar shop, (old Jeep and a newer Honda) suddenly the coupons were invalid for the oil changes and radiator flush. They gave me a price, but when the bill came it was MUCH larger....
citysearch.com - user review - 12/04/2007
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I take my car to both the Red River and Guadalupe locations. I have always recieved great service and quality work at a fair price!! They are honest and do good work! I recommend to all my female friends to go...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/29/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
My car broke down, so I had to get it towed to the nearest automotive place. I ended up paying around $500, and it was just to replace 1 part. I don't know anything about cars, so I just payed it....
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2007
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I always went to the Groovy Lube on Guadalupe for quick oil changes--and never had a problem with them. Fair price, quick service and all that. So when my breaks went out I thought I'd give these guys my...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/14/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Gruesome Automotive, you've wronged me for the last time.False diagnoses. Overcharging for labor. Double and even TRIPLE charging their "diagnosis fee". Replacing a part in the engine, only to never...
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2007
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The people at this shop are dishonest, misrepresent the final price, and don't do thorough work. Because I have had a small repair and oil changes here, I thought it would be okay to bring my car for a major...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not really the type of person who would describe themselves as an austinite or groovy or anything in the slightest, but I'm not really conservative either. This was a strange choice for me in...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2007
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I have been a loyal customer at Groovy Auto since 1993. they have always treated me well and they have great customer service! I recommend this garage to everybody who asks.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/18/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This is truly a comment on the Groovy Automotive franchise. While they purport to be a local business, taking care of Austin, they treat their customers as if they were some large corporate chain...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2007
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So apparently Groovy Lube's policy is to leave car keys in an unlocked, unattended car. When my car was stolen while in their possession I was left crying out front, not even offered a cab ride home. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/28/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
OK, I wrote a long winded review on my A/c repair for my Lexus I had with groovy. Its a long story, but to cut it short. I took my car in to get the A/c repaired. I payed a large sum of money and it...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2007
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these guys are very honest and trust worthy the dealer quoted me a price and i thoght that it was very high a friend recomended groovy so i went there and the price was a a lot lower and the customer service...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I take all my vehicles here. I don't trust anyone else. I send all my female friends here. Ask for Jeff Schmid! He is a great guy and honest. One of the best mech's in town. I'm sorry to hear...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2007
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when being referred from a friend to an automotive shop i have to say very impressed these guys are very nice and very honest they did not take me for a ride my last mechanic was good but these guys have it...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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I have never been pleased with service here, and since I live in the neighborhood I kept going back -- several times for various issues. When I go in for one problem, I always leave with three. They always...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/06/2007
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I took my car into Groovy Automotive to look at a smog issue. After they had it for 4 days they gave it back and said they didnt know what was wrong and couldnt fix it and charged me 72$. Wow, this is the kind...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/16/2007
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I have some suspicion that the popular Groovy Lube oil-change (and auto repair) business near campus may not be entirely ethical. I have taken two different vehicles there at different times and they have...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/26/2007
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I had Groovy Automotive do three repairs in the last year. All three times I had to go back at least once to get belts tightened that they didn't tighten. I got the timing belt replaced. It was misadjusted...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/17/2007
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I should first start by saying that as a young female, it's hard to get exceptional service at an auto mechanic. I had gone to a different place at first...where they proceeded to price gauge...roughly $100...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/30/2007
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When I first took my car to groovy auto, it seemed really cool and the staff sounded nice. However they strung me along with repairs, until I had paid out over $1500 to have all the problem fixed. Finally they...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/24/2007
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I dropped my car off to have the horn fixed. I left to eat lunch. I was gone for 25 mins and when I came back my drivers side door was bashed in. They claim that it wasn't their responsibility. They wouldn't...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/20/2007
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I took my car to the North Lamar shop, when I came back the door was smashed in and they claimed that they had no idea what happened. They were rude and took no responsibility for the damages.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/20/2007
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I went by the Groovey Auto on Lamar when they first opened to get my oil changed. They never got around to it so I went somewhere else. I just went back to give them another try. I signed off on a work order...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One day, weeks before my inspection was due, my brake pad light started to flicker. I knew my brake pads were fine because they were only about a year old. Still, I was worried - brakes aren't...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Groovy Auto is a cook place to get your car worked on. Most of the team, if something is wrong with your auto, it's important to get it fixed (1) quickly (2) at a good price and (3) without being...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2006
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BEFORE YOU TAKE YOUR CAR IN ------ PHONE A FRIEND. Ask yourself..... Do you want a stoner working on your car? I took my car in for a diagnoses. The shop manager informed me that they had broken a vacuum tube...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/15/2006
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There mechanics are nice, and they seem honest, however after charging me $1K to fix my car they told me that the I had a major transmission problem and it would not be drivable unless they rebuilt it (~1500)...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/10/2006
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They offer convenient services such as complementary ride service, however they are extremely expensive, sometimes excessively busy (I waited over 45 minutes for an inspection once), and recommend expensive...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/29/2006
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This car repair shop is awesome! They do great work and at a great price. When I had my car in there it was out in no time. I always take my car here to get it inspected. The workers are pretty groovy...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/25/2005
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was told by a certain mechanic at another place that it would cost over $1200 to fix my Isuzu....it was just DOA. A friend highly recommended Groovy, so I took the plunge & had my car towed there. They fixed...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/19/2005
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I was told by a certain mechanic at another place that it would cost over $1200 to fix my Isuzu....it was just DOA. A friend highly recommended Groovy, so I took the plunge & had my car towed there. ...
judysbook.com - user review - 11/19/2005
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when i have problems with my car, i take it to groovy auto. the honest mechanics here won't overcharge you, and you even get a student discount if you are a local student. (hook em horns!) i love h...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/21/2005
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Don't let the hippy drippy name and decorations fool you, these people know what they're doing. I've gone to them for everything from a simply inspection to a miss-firing cylinder and every time I've...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/16/2005
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I've taken both my and my husband's cars here and they have done a great job. They have gotten to the heart of the matter quickly - even once offering me a solution that cost a lot less than the origi...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/11/2005
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The car specialists at Groovy Lube strive to identify what's making your ride sick and give you the best possible price to fix it. From a broken AC to that weird noise you can't quite put your finger on, these...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/28/2005
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It took a couple of different recommendations to finally get me to try Groovy Automotive. I can't imagine going anywhere else now. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and prides itself on being somewhat laid...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/22/2005
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