Summary: I was

Review: I was looking for a used car and found one. I wanted to have a presale inspection done. The owner dropped off the car and I had Argonaut do a presale inspection at MY COST. I have no issues with the presale inspection at all. The inspection was completed and I had Argonaut print out a second copy of suggested work to give to the owner. I paid for the inspection before the owner arrived. When he arrived, I emailed him a copy of the inspection report in the waiting room. That way we both have the needed information and can work towards a price based on the findings of the report. Leaving the waiting room, the seller and me talked some more. An Argonaut employee was outside near the sidewalk. This employee had his own personal opinion about the overall condition of the car it seemed. I can't remember exactly how he phrased it. Would you like my opinion or something like that. Argonauts employee is then telling me that I should buy the car. BUT the seller is right there as well hearing your employee say this. Your employee basically downplayed the findings in the report I paid for. The sellers face now has a big smile. I appreciate a mechanic having their own opinion and wanting to share it about a used car. BUT that information should only be reserved for the person paying for the inspection, not the seller of the car as well. I paid for a presale inspection to give leverage in the price of a used car. I didn't pay for your employee to tell me I should purchase the car in front of the seller.....

Shop Information

Argonaut Garage in Berkeley

Automotive repair, Berkeley CA 94702

1485 San Pablo Ave

Berkeley, CA 94702

510-423-3848

We specialize in:

• Automotive repair
• Truck Repair
• Brake Repair
• Maintenance & Electrical Diagnostic
• Engine Repair
• Tires
• Transmission Repair
• Repair

Hello! Welcome to Argonaut Garage. With over 9 years in business, we are proud to be your local Automotive Repair experts. As the premier auto repair shop in Berkeley, our highly trained automotive technicians take pride in all of their Automotive repair efforts.

Each and every one of our reliable specialists undergoes extensive automotive repair training, including advanced certification in Scheduled Maintenance, Air Conditioning Service, Electrical Testing, Alignments and Suspension, and Advanced Diagnostics. While preventative maintenance may be one of our specialties, our reputation has been built on our ability to solve all complex mechanical issues on your vehicle bumper to bumper.

No matter your vehicle needs, our team at Argonaut Garage will be glad to provide trustworthy, honest, and reputable service. We are grateful to offer reliable vehicle care to Berkeley residents, as well as those just driving through.

Category: Auto Repair & Service