Auto Craftsmen

Auto body shop in Hardwick, Vermont

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Veronica Frostick

Jun 24, 2023

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Very satisfied as always, customer since 2016.

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R3

Jun 24, 2023

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I’ve had my 23 year old vehicle cared for here twice and have had great experiences both times. Quality parts, skilled technicians, and excellent customer service seem to be in short supply in many places these days but not here.

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amy thibault

May 24, 2023

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These folks saved me! On Sunday 8/7, I had car trouble driving from Burlington to Barre and just so happen to lose power steering right about the time Auto Craftsmen came in to sight. I managed to coast into their parking lot before the car died completely. Having never been here before for service, I had no idea what to expect but wrote a note about what happened on one of their envelopes, I put my key in it, slipped it into their "after hours" key slot, and crossed my fingers. I can't exaggerate how lucky I feel to have landed at this shop! Everyone I spoke to was helpful, friendly, understanding, and so kind. From the moment I received a call Monday morning to go over what I experienced while driving, through out the whole diagnosis, quote for repair, and actual completion of the repair - they kept me updated through emails & texts in a way I've never found at any repair shop any where. I honestly cannot recommend Auto Craftsmen enough!

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david carkeet

May 24, 2023

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Sara Lynn

May 24, 2023

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Auto Craftsmen is the BEST! So kind and attentive along w doing excellent work! It’s a pleasure to do business w them👍

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Julia Russell

May 24, 2023

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Bruce Bonyun

May 24, 2023

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The "Unicorn" for car service. Excellent communication pre, during and post repair, they clearly explain the problem, offer options for repair, and treat you with integrity and respect. Truly a 10/10 service experience over multiple years of repairs on different vehicles. Highly recommended without reservation.

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haley behn

May 24, 2023

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Unfortunately I can’t speak to the efficacy or affordability of the work done by Auto Craftsmen. I needed the rear wheel bearings replaced in my car (diagnosed by my father who has changed wheel bearings on every past vehicle of mine and his own but is no longer able to), so I called to ask for an estimate. I knew the work would be a big number, so I wanted to get a sense of what I need before I took the car in. I was told by Amy that coming up with an estimate for me was essentially a waste of her time. As a woman, she spoke to me in a more condescending tone than any male mechanic I’ve ever spoken to. She told me that there was no way she could possibly give me even a ballpark number and that I would have to bring my car into their shop for a full inspection of the vehicle before she could even begin coming up with a number for me. I understand her reasoning and may have even been open to a discussion about this possibility, had it not been for the dismissive, condescending, and rude demeanor of Amy.

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May 24, 2023

Haley, I apologize that I came off to you as dismissive, condescending and rude over the phone. Everyday I strive for giving the best professional advice in the best manner possible - but it sounds like I had a total fail with you. I rarely give prices for repairs over the phone for a vehicle we have never seen before, and even for regular customers if we had not diagnosed the problem in the past, I would make them an appointment to bring in their vehicle so we can find out what is wrong and then put together an accurate estimate. For new customers we offer a free 44 point check over special :https://www.autocraftsmen.com/coupons. I know it's a hassle to bring in your car to get a good estimate.... but we have found that this works best for everyone. This way we can make sure what the problem is and also make sure there are no other safety repairs needed - so we can give you the full picture of the state of your vehicle 'before' you spend any money. It can take a lot of time to research the correct part and the correct labor procedure for each job because each year, make and model takes different parts and can have a very different procedure for removing the bad part and replacing with a good one. Plus, we are so busy with taking care of all the vehicles in the shop on a given day, that I just don't have the time researching parts for car we have never seen and have not even diagnosed the problem it is having. Since Covid started in 2020, the front of the house has been short staffed and I have been working 10 hour days, 5 days a week for 3 years straight. I've been stressed out and tired a lot, and apologize again as it sounds like I took this out on you. Truly that is the last thing I would have wanted to do.

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Brett Murphy

May 24, 2023

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For years, we have had the crew at Auto Craftsmen work on our cars, always with excellent results. However, my most recent experience requires a review. The check-engine light kept coming on in my 2015 CRV resulting in the All wheel drive function being lost. Winter in Vermont is not when one wants to lose all wheel drive! Amy and the crew squeezed me in hours before their Holiday break, found me a loaner car. They diagnosed and repaired the problem in time to get me on the road for Christmas. Thank you Auto Craftsmen!

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Jenny Garber

May 24, 2023

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We have used Autocraftsmen’s services for 14 years and have always been happy with their work. Recently they fit us in during a very busy time for them to replace the starter in our car before it left us stranded. That was very much appreciated by us! Nice, honest folks working there which makes it an excellent choice for car repairs.