Calfo's Auto Service

Jan 23, 2025

Great service!!!

Jan 06, 2025

Cares for your car but not so much for you. I had my car inspected elsewhere and it passed but needed more work. I found Calfo's and they said they could do the work. Then I spent about a month trying to get service scheduled. At the first appointment, I dropped off the car for a 2-day job, only to come to pick it up and was told they forgot to order the parts - and also forgot to tell me. Two days without my car wasted. I was told they would call back to reschedule, but the call never came. I tried several times an only when I asked if I should look elsewhere for service was my appointment scheduled. I dropped the car off again and was again told it would be a 2-day job. In the meantime, my "Maintenance Required" light had come on and I asked that this be checked as well. When I called mid-afternoon of the second day, (didn't totally trust it would be ready) I was told they had gotten the wrong part and were trying to get another. It may or may not come that day. Eventually I got a call that it would be ready by end of day. When I picked the car up, they were checking under the hood for the source of the "Maintenance Required" light. I was told it was fluid levels, although no additional fluids were added and the light was turned off. The rest of the work they did was in the rear on the axels and differential. I took the car home (3 miles) and it sat there for the weekend. Monday morning I started on my way to work during rush hour traffic. About 5 miles into the drive, my engine caught fire. I was on the parkway in the passing lane. I managed to get over and to the nearest exit, which was Oakland. As I started down the ramp I found my brakes had also failed. There were cars and pedestrians everywhere. By some miracle I took a sharp turn up Bates to slow the car and didn't hit anyone else. The car eventually stopped. By that time the flames were 4 feet high. As you might imagine, I had imagined the worst. As I got out of the car and ran, a pedestrian yelled that he had already called 911 because they saw the flames as I came down the ramp. When I notified Calfo's of what happened, I was told quite strongly and repeatedly that they were not to blame, they had worked on the rear of the car and the fire started in the engine. Despite my questions of what exactly they were doing under the hood, there was "no chance" they had done anything to cause the fire, even though it happened within ten miles of leaving their shop. I requested at least some refund or renumeration for my losses (the car was totaled and I lost personal belongings not to mention the stress of it all!) and for all the time I had spent (and wasted) trying to get my car repaired at Calfo's. I was told that they would not consider that because they had done good work and they were sorry for my inconvenience. So that's why I say, "They care for your car, but not for you!"

Jan 06, 2025

I'm looking to buy a reliable, affordable used car in this ridiculously horrid market and needed a reliable, thorough, and affordable mechanic to inspect one I was hoping to buy. Calfo's came highly recommended by several different friends so I took it to Rege (sp?) there and he was AMAZING. He took his time under the hood, in the interior, under the chassis up on hoists, drove it, and let me observe along with him.....plus was super amiable and honest. Ultimately found a problem that he felt was too much of a red flag and saved me $$$ and endless headaches in recommending I not purchase it. I was so disappointed but so very grateful to Rege and Calfo's. Highly recommend and I will be back! (crossed fingers the next car is a winner...)

Dec 06, 2024

been my families mechanic for three generations and won't be changing anytime soon. trustworthy, honest, and always helping out there customers how they can. I drive a 90' and an 84' and both run great thanks to calfo's. best mechanics in the city.

Oct 06, 2024

The absolute best around! Consistently honest and trustworthy. I even am coming in from out of town to have them continue to service my vehicle because they have often quoted me half what other places have. I love Calfo's!

Sep 06, 2024

Calfos definitely blew any other mechanic I’ve had worked on my car over the years out of the water. I brought my Toyota to them with an overwhelming amount of problems as I had just got into a total accident in my previous car and bought this one for the meantime as is, they fixed every single thing that may even possibly be wrong with it right up and right the first time. I have never had to call back repeatedly and get a not good job on my car like I have at other mechanics in the past. Calfos puts their time in their repairs and all their heart into it to make sure their customers are satisfied!

Sep 06, 2024

Calfo’s Auto Service is hands down the best auto repair shop in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I’ve been bringing my car here for years, and every time, I’m impressed by the quality of work and the passion behind it. When you walk into the shop, you’re greeted not just by the staff but by walls covered in personal photos of triumphs and motocross—these folks don’t just work here, they live and breathe cars and motors. You can tell that this is more than just a job for them; it’s a way of life. Out front, you’ll notice the owner’s badass truck, a clear sign that these guys know what they’re doing. Whether you need brake repair, engine diagnostics, or routine car maintenance, Calfo’s Auto Service has you covered. What really sets them apart, though, is the trust you can place in their hands. When it comes to car repairs, trust is everything—especially when your family’s safety is on the line. Knowing that Brian and his team are the ones working on my car gives me peace of mind. They treat every vehicle as if it were their own, ensuring that everything is done right the first time. This is why I trust Calfo’s with my family’s safety on the road.

Aug 06, 2024

Super honest guys. You won’t find a more reasonable shop in the area. I won’t take my car anywhere else!

Aug 06, 2024

They're very responsible, they value safety above all. The group is highly experienced, helpful, polite. Unbelievably fair prices. I've been a client for 20 years

Jul 06, 2024

Ultimately chose to do work myself but of all the shops i spoke with, Calfos was by far the most courteous, helpful, and professional.

Jun 06, 2024

Very friendly, treat you like family.

May 06, 2024

Great experience...brought my car in had a problem, they were prompt, very nice and reasonable. Would highly recommend

Apr 06, 2024

There are three people you should be on a first-name basis with: your doctor, your butcher, and your mechanic. Reege, Bobby, and the rest of the crew are the mechanics you should be on a first-name basis with. From routine maintenance to figuring out tricky intermittent problems, these guys know their stuff.

Feb 06, 2024

A true joy to work with. Honest, high quality work, and above all great people.

Feb 06, 2024

Extremely unprofessional, Rip off, be careful!! My car’s mirror got damaged while I was out of town and one of my friends took it to Calfo’s to get it fixed. They said they need to order the part and will call once the new mirror arrives. After several weeks of silence from them, and several calls from my friend and me to figure out what’s going on, I was told the mirror has arrived. When I went to pick the part, the first thing Regis, the owner, told me was that I had to pay an extra $21 because he forgot to collect taxes from my friend, which was not true, I even had the receipt to prove it. He told me that he couldn’t find his copy of the original receipt and had to see MY receipt to verify the price. I took the mirror home to install it myself, just to discover that the wrong part was ordered. I called to the shop and explained that the correct mirror for my car has a very different wiring connector and there is no way I can use the mirror they gave me. This was clearly a mistake on their part because they had the car with the VIN number, and it was their job to order the correct mirror for me. They told me that they can order the correct one if I pay the price difference AND the return fees! They charged me $300 dollars for the incorrect mirror, and, when I checked the aftermarket company they ordered the mirror from, the price was only $100.25! Regis acted so agitated and aggressive towards me, acting as if it was absurd that I would need the correct part for my car. He told me that he needed some time to check price for the correct mirror, but when I called the next day, he was not available. He wasn’t available a few days later when I came to return the old mirror either. After several more calls and days, I returned only for him to tell me that I need to pay $25 for the return fees. He said that he has to run his business and needs to make money one way or another, so if I don’t pay the return fees, he won’t process the return at all. After I agreed, it took him 30 minutes to process the return, all while mumbling under his breath and visually angry. Don’t trust this place, they will rip you off. Regis is unprofessional and hostile and absolutely does not have his customer’s interests at heart.

Feb 06, 2024

Good down to earth no nonsense mechanics. They treat you right.

Feb 06, 2024

Great mechanic, nice workers.

Feb 06, 2024

I can’t say enough good things about every single person at Calfo’s Auto. I have been taking my cars to them for almost 8 years now. So many other shops I have been to talk down to me or try to lie and scam. You will get NONE of this from anyone at Calfo’s. They communicate well and answer any possible questions you may have. Recently, I was in a fender bender and had to get some body work done. They could not have been more amazing helping with insurance. Even though my car is 11 years old they matched the paint perfectly and it honestly looks better than the day I bought it. I will never take my cars anywhere else and cannot recommend them enough to anyone in the Pittsburgh area.

Feb 06, 2024

Just good people. Every time I go there, no matter which person I interact with,I walk away happy. I highly recommend giving them a call.

Feb 06, 2024

They always take care of my car needs 👍👍

Feb 06, 2024

They fixed my passenger side mirror which gave them trouble. The one star review is not for that but the way they handled it. Details below. -The fix they did left my backup camera not working. Despite me telling them it would need calibrated. They didn’t catch this before giving me the car. I checked in the parking lot before leaving -My initial offer to go to a dealership was shut down by them. -they had no idea how to calibrate the camera and were wasting my time trying to figure it out. I had to come back three separate times for them to try and fix it. -personally heard the owner make disparaging remarks about a customers ethnicity after hanging up the phone with them.

Feb 06, 2024

They have always been very kind. Work has been great. They are kind to my kids, and make efforts to get me my car back as quickly as is safe.

Feb 06, 2024

This place is more of a drop and go. They don’t have an area for y’all to sit and be cozy like at those dealerships, but for the price and service at Calfo’s, it’s worth leaving your car there and come back.

Feb 06, 2023

Best shop around! Honest mechanics who provide reliable work at a price you can’t beat.

Feb 06, 2023

Excellent service! They are incredibly honest, hard-working people. I am so thankful to have found them and will be a regular here. They kept me in the loop, they found me the option that makes the most sense rather than what makes them the most money, and I really appreciate that. Genuinely good people. Thank you!

Feb 06, 2023

Most genuine and honest people. I absolutely trust them with any issues I'm having with my car and know I'm in good hands. They're always sure to call you before starting any repairs to let you know what's wrong, what they recommend, and what it will cost. I even convinced my partner to leave his car repair shop and to start going to Calfo's.

Feb 06, 2023

Rege and Bobby are just the best hands down. They keep my finicky VW on the road and at reasonable rates. Great guys too!

Feb 06, 2023

So happy I chose to take my daughter’s car there when her alternator went. I am 4 hours away and these guys were great to work with! They are super nice, got the work done quickly and guarantee their work. Will go there for all our automotive needs! Thanks guys! :)

Feb 06, 2023

The best shop I’ve been to. Calfo’s is trustworthy, efficient, affordable, and knowledgeable on all things automotive. Quick and smooth process to get two tires replaced. I can't say enough good things about the guys and service. Highly recommend - and will be returning for any other car needs.

Feb 06, 2023

These guys are awesome. They are great at what they do and really care about their customers. I am very fortunate to live so close to such a great shop. I highly recommend them!

Feb 06, 2023

Trustworthy