Salim's Auto Repair

64 reviews

1487 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1E4, Canada

salims-auto-repair.jany.io

+14164634439

About

Salim's Auto Repair is a Auto repair shop located at 1487 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1E4, Canada. It has received 64 reviews with an average rating of 4.3 stars.

Photos

Hours

Monday9AM-6PM
Tuesday9AM-6PM
Wednesday9AM-6PM
ThursdayClosed
FridayClosed
Saturday9AM-6PM
Sunday9AM-6PM

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of Salim's Auto Repair: 1487 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1E4, Canada

  • Salim's Auto Repair has 4.3 stars from 64 reviews

  • Auto repair shop

  • "Somehow my old review is gone so I'll do it again"

    "When our warranty ran out on our Nissan Micra I was looking for a local garage to start taking our car to"

    "I was in a desperate way ! my water pump went kaput ! Putting a big hole in my rad, and to top it off when you own a volkswagon your always waiting for the other shoe to drop and it did "

    "Update November 10th: Asked Salim to check/repair noise coming front driver side"

    "Brought my car in with no heat to get the heater blower, resistor and cooling system flush"

Reviews

  • Randy Ray

Somehow my old review is gone so I'll do it again. This happened in 2004, but still... I got into a small argument with Amin about something, I can't remember. I paid for the repairs to my Volkswagon Golf and drove to the Adirondacks. On my way home, on the I-90 driving 100 km/h, my wheel flew off the car and we were fortunate to be able to pull over on 3 wheels and come out of it alive. We took it to a shop outside Buffalo, and then had to get it towed to Fort Erie, where the mechanic explained that the cotter pin wasn't put back in the wheel, and if that happens the wheel will slowly loosen and come off after about 800 km, which is pretty much what we had driven. Whether this was done out of spite or negligence, they almost killed us. We tried to sue but couldn't because the business wasn't registered with an Ontario Inc. #.

  • SKULLUXE

When our warranty ran out on our Nissan Micra I was looking for a local garage to start taking our car to. A friend suggested Salim as he has been his mechanic for years. Shortly after our warranty expired a loud new rattle started so we brought it in to be looked at. We recieved our car back the same day, rattle gone and a very honest and quick repair done for a very good price. Something I know that taking it to Nissan would have been in the hundreds of dollars as they would charged for a full diagnostic service when it was a simple fix. Will definitely be using Salim for future services.

  • Bo Junior

I was in a desperate way ! my water pump went kaput ! Putting a big hole in my rad, and to top it off when you own a volkswagon your always waiting for the other shoe to drop and it did . When your water pump goes you have to change the timing chain too. I went to Salim's with in 5 minutes he had Identified the issues and said it will be ready by 6:30 he called at 6:10 ì couldn't believe it I dropped it off at 11:00 thinking at least a day and a half . But they kept there word did a great job nice and clean which was very important since it was just painted a week before.

  • Jeffrey Taylor

Update November 10th: Asked Salim to check/repair noise coming front driver side. He test drove, put on hoist, tightened a few things and refused any remuneration for his time - show me a dealership that will do this for you! He's not pretty to look at but has a beautiful soul! Salim has been working on my cars for over 20 years. He always does his best to take care of me even when he is extremely busy. Salim and his staff are knowledgeable, honest mechanics. Compared to dealership rates you will save anywhere from 10 - 20% - I wouldn't take my vehicles anywhere else!

  • Tim Moore

Brought my car in with no heat to get the heater blower, resistor and cooling system flush. Quoted $350. Picked up the car, still no heat. The new fan makes a loud whistle noise and they charged me for a cabin air filter which they did not ask me about and I did not authorize. Bill came to more than $650. Very disappointed and my car is still not safe to drive in cold weather. Avoid. Especially as they added extra things to my bill that i didn’t want nor authorize, and not even address the issue that brought me there. Feeling scammed.

  • Michelle Argentieri

I recently went to Salim’s and it was my first experience taking my car there to get fixed. I saw the great reviews and they truly did not disappoint. Extremely kind gentlemen, honest and very fair prices. I was in a very tricky position and they were so helpful. Thank you so much Salim! I highly recommend this mechanic.

  • Graham Hossack

I called in today looking for advice on where to get a part for my VW, as it turned out it didnt need replacing just cleaning up and lubricating which they did free of charge. I know that's a small thing but it was a wonderful gesture of which I'm really appreciative of and will take all my VW needs to this garage.

  • Dan Balm

I've been taking my Audis to Amin for years. Over that time, he has been honest and direct with me. I would NOT hesitate to throw him the keys to any of my cars and ask him to make the necessary repairs. I would never fear him overcharging me or doing unnecessary work.

  • Richard Didier

I had a VW garage I went to in Keswick and luckily found Salim when I moved back into city. They do fast work and reasonably priced. We often discuss using new or good used parts in my 99 Jetta TDI. If you have a VW and are in the city you have to try Salim out.

  • Danish Ali

Salim is the only mechanic I can trust. We have known him for over 20 years and have proudly referred him to all of our family and friends who are just as happy. He always goes above and beyond to ensure customers satisfaction. Keep up the amazing work Salim.

  • John Smith

They're the only shop I could find, after weeks of looking, that could fix my van. They're always quick and professional and after a few repair jobs by them over the years I've come to trust their work. I never feel over charged either.

  • Marina Djurdjevic

First time customer. Salim did my repair for a full 1000$ less than I was quoted at the VW dealership, and was friendly and quick to boot. I brought my car in around 3pm and it was ready by lunch the next day. Great service.

  • Robert Watt

I brought my Super Beetle to have the strut tower rust repaired. They performed the work quickly and the work was spot on. Very reasonable price. I found all the staff to be very kind and helpful. Thank you!

  • Russell McLeod

I just don't trust the prices and the list of work I'm getting from my dealer. I've started to use Salim's and I feel like I'm getting the actual work that needs to be done at a reasonable price. Thank you

  • Sunny Sandhu

Very unprofessional people don't know how to open a fuse box ,broke latches on it then my speakers fuse was misplaced and charged me 130 for other repair charges felt ripped off to be honest

  • Nikhil Ladva

Salim is a very personable gentleman. True to his word. Within 5 minutes of meeting him. I felt like I knew him forever. Great location. Close to the highway. Close to service Ontario.

  • Abhishek Sachdeva

Worst Garage, called me twice to the workshop to fix my Tyre but when I came he said I have too much work and can't do it. Completely wasted my time! Highly unprofessional.

  • V. Dinnick

This is the best VW repair shop in Toronto in my experience. Not only are they fast and helpful but they're reasonably priced. They will always be my first choice.

  • Sonya Casimel

Salim is very knowledgeable and fast. He fixed 2 issues with my car. No added costs, no delays and he is the sweetest man. I couldn't recommend him more.

  • Peter Sawyer

Salim is a wonderful example of honesty, integrity and a lifetime of knowledge. He's an expert and whatever he asks for...pay it. He's worth it!

  • Duane Zirger

Only to auto mechanics I trust nowadays . Selim's awesome good honest mechanic. Save me a lot of money last week once again …

  • Coach John

My daughter got stuck In Toronto when her car broke down. Amin repaired it affordable and quickly. Will be using these guys again.

  • Ian Campbell

Always the best to get your eruo cars fixed great price and fair work done all the time and salim is a real good guy

  • BARRY Waldron

They gave me the hose to inflate my tires on my E bike and didn't charge me anything the manager was very nice.

  • Mike Dunn

Been going to Salim for many years. He is a VW expert and other European Cars. Fair price ,good communication.

  • n alexander

Salim believes in saving you money, a good general mechanics shop specialising in vintage and new VW, Subaru.

  • Will Power

Salim has been my go-to mechanic for 17+ years. I've bought 2 vw's from him and he has been honest and fair.

  • Ruth Murray

Salim saved me 100s of dollars by giving me the correct advice on glow plugs for my TDI VW. Thank you!!

  • Chris Sandy

Great mechanics. Very knowledgeable and reasonably priced

  • Jacob Gipson

Always fair friendly service. A pleasure to deal with

  • Gerry Campbell

Great mechanic who charges reasonable prices

  • Alkarim Sumar

They have good experienced mecanics

  • Adil Shivji

Very fair prices and great service!

  • Marc M

Good but the price was too high

  • Bilen Imam

Very friendly and knowledgeable

  • Sanka Abeysinghe

Great family run auto mechanic

  • Easy Living

Best VW guy. Fair and honest.

  • chandrika rattansi

Excellent …

  • Faruq Dharamsi

Great service!

  • robert dawson

HONEST garage

  • Chloe Lbns
  • Byron Kutchera
  • Modood Qureshi
  • Arindam Pramanik
  • Karen Hutton
  • Ty Richardson
  • varun malhotra
  • Lui - G
  • Akshay P
  • Niamh mc cann
  • Melaku Asfaw
  • Ben Harney
  • Ahsan Mehta
  • unruly Anthony
  • Jessie Gordon
  • Ousman Andrews
  • Jodie Glean
  • Marlin Toshkezi
  • Steve Woldenga
  • Tamrat Mulatu
  • Gillian Robinson
  • robert dawson
  • Wellesley Robertson
  • syed masood

Similar places

Spadina Auto Service

861 reviews

111 Strachan Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2S7, Canada

Fine Tuned Autos - Best Auto Repair Shop York, Toronto

684 reviews

2441 Weston Rd, York, ON M9N 2A1, Canada

Midas

638 reviews

1654 O'Connor Dr, Toronto, ON M4A 1W4, Canada

Car Care inc

618 reviews

4229 Kingston Rd, Scarborough, ON M1E 2M5, Canada

McDermott Motors Tirecraft

576 reviews

300 Shuter St, Toronto, ON M5A 1W7, Canada

Scarborough Auto Care

553 reviews

4141 Kingston Rd, Scarborough, ON M1E 2M3, Canada

Car and Care Auto Inc

551 reviews

4229 Kingston Rd, Scarborough, ON M1E 2M5, Canada

Midas

548 reviews

1873 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4C 1J5, Canada

Best Deals Auto

495 reviews

60 Brydon Dr #1, Etobicoke, ON M9W 4N5, Canada

CanLube Auto Care

493 reviews

637 Vaughan Rd, York, ON M6E 2Y4, Canada