Car Repair in Charleston, SC
Honest1 Auto Care Charleston is your one-stop shop for vehicle repairs
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Even if you're a seasoned technician yourself, fixing your car or truck is never fun. Luckily, the team at Honest1 can guide you through any vehicle repair. Our Roadworthy Experts™ are ready to tackle anything from diagnosing to fixing or replacing. With every visit, they arm you with the what, why, and what next—how car repairs should be.
What Drivers are Saying
Diane M
Honest 1 West Ashley is great. They’ve done work on my vintage/classic/OLD hard top convertible Volvo C70 that no one else, not even the DEALER could diagnose and repair! Always great service, knowledgeable staff and very fair prices with a great warranty on their work. Skye is a fantastic manager; Alex is my go to Volvo expert, Everyone else is great, too - can’t name them all, there’s too many! Thanks, Honest 1!
S. Delancy
Honest-1 exemplifies exceptional customer service, exceeding expectations with superior workmanship and fair pricing. Last week, the day began well until a low tire warning illuminated. Conveniently located nearby, I stopped at Gerald's Tire, only to be instructed by an employee, before I could even speak, to remain in my vehicle due to their high volume of work. I was given the option of waiting approximately 30 minutes or returning later. Displeased by the lack of courtesy, I departed. ...
Jamie Wheeler
My aftermarket warranty had me concerned about my auto repair. Fortunately the staff at Honest-1 relieved my concerns. They kept me informed and were very professional throughout my repair process. Chloe provided excellent customer service and the mechanic(s) pinpointed the issues with my truck. Thank you Honest-1!
Dee Norton
Their name is Honest-1 for a reason. Great service had my male friend to double check what they diagnosed as my car repairs…and confirmed that they were on target and diagnoses were what was needed. Thanks to GM and other employees I needed understanding faces..thanks ladies and repairmen.
Rufus Smith
Honest 1 has always been responsive to the Different mechanical needs of my older Buick. They have arranged for towing to their location and work completed quickly. Skye and her crew are to be commended.
Car repairs 101
Regular maintenance and a keen eye are the best ways to keep your ride Roadworthy™. However, knowing the signs and symptoms of common vehicle repairs can help you get ahead of expensive issues.
Look for leaks
- Yellowish-green, pastel blue, or fluorescent orange: Points to an overheating engine or a leaky cooling system.
- Dark brown or black: Could be an oil leak from a bad seal or gasket.
- Red: Might mean a transmission or power steering fluid leak.
- Clear: Likely condensation from your A/C and nothing to stress over.
Listen for trouble
- Squeal: Could be a loose or worn belt or brake system issue.
- Click: Probably the hardest to pin down; can mean a stuck valve lifter, low engine oil, brake issues, an axle issue, or something in your tire.
- Screech: May be a problem with your brake, wheel bearing, or drivetrain.
- Rumble: Often indicates worn drive-line components.
- Ping: Usually the result of using lower octane gas than recommended.
- Heavy Knocking: Might be a worn crankshaft or connecting rod bearings.
- Clunk: Possibly a loose shock absorber, suspension component, exhaust pipe, or motor mount.
Focus on the ride
- Trouble steering: Likely misaligned wheels or worn steering components.
- Pulling in one direction: The tendency to steer left or right could be due to under-inflated tires, a misaligned front end, or failed brake components.
- Rough ride and handling: Worn shock absorbers, suspension components, or improper tire inflation can affect cornering. A vehicle that bounces twice or more when pushed down hard at each wheel might need new shocks.
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