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Hayford Auto & Transmission
3403 Cedar Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407, United States
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Hayford Auto & Transmission
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Sa
Review №1

The employees and owners of this shop are by far the most honest people in the business. They actually care about their customers beyond a transactional interaction. They work diligently and with the utmost integrity. Good clear communication with details of each job they do. Alex was the gentleman that worked on my car and he was very thorough and quick. I’m very thankful businesses like this still exist ❤️

Mo
Review №2

Great timing great service and help when I desperately needed it. Pasha even gave me a ride from work to his shop and back. Give these gents your business.

De
Review №3

Communications about the repairs are done in email so you can see exactly what needs to be done and how much it will cost. Everyone there is super nice.

Lu
Review №4

Had my winter tires put on and balanced. They did an excellent job, same day service!Update: Have since gone back to deal with a starting issue (during that terribly cold week this winter), and an oil change. They were able to diagnose the battery issue very quickly, and have not had any issues since.Honest assessments, quality work, reasonable prices, and very fast service. These guys are the best!

Er
Review №5

Great place to get work done. Prices are very reasonable and they do great work. Very no frills shop. Dont expect to wait on site to have your work done, they dont really have anywhere for you to wait inside. Highly recommend

J
Review №6

Great in and out service on my AC. Price fair and true to estimate.

ca
Review №7

The best ! Honest & reliable.

Ak
Review №8

They were able to get me in right away and assisted with my battery. Very friendly, fast, and efficient.

Be
Review №9

As a former mechanic I find myself critical of the service I typically get when having my vehicle serviced. I have been fortunate enough to locate Hayford Auto to ease my vehicular anxieties. My mother and I once brought her car in out of convenience, and after experiencing the vastly superior quality of Hayfords service I will be recommending no other. Complicated or simple, my experience has been that Hayfords personnel hit the proverbial bullseye each time and wont take an arm and a leg for the privilege.

Ja
Review №10

Service was ok. Price for oil change was good. None of the technicians were wearing masks even with Covid-19 surge happening locally. I had to call them multiple times to see if the car was ready for pick up. They didnt update on what they did to the car until I came to pick it up. Also, was rushing me to get the car because they were ready to close even though would have picked it up way earlier had I know it was ready. Not as warm and friendly as mentioned in other posts. Did explain which type of oil would be best for the car.

Ma
Review №11

They do really good work, are very friendly, fully explain the work that needs to be done, and do it all at a reasonable price. I have used them multiple times for a few years now, and I always go back because they have been reliable, fair, and always get the work done quickly. Highly recommended!

An
Review №12

These guys are always willing to help, especially on short notice. They do good work and for fair prices. They always do the leg work to try to save some money, while doing the job right. I bring our cars here for everything!

Mi
Review №13

I came in with a buddy that had car problems. They were awesome to work with and even stayed late to get us on the road again. I’ll be bringing my vehicles here from now on.

48
Review №14

Fixed all brakes in a couple of hours. They offer competitive rates.

Ro
Review №15

This place is great! They offer highly competent mechanics and quality/timely service. They diagnosed the bump in my front end quickly and professionally. I needed to have a tie rod replaced in October of 2019, and Hayford did what was needed, and only what was needed, to get me back on the road safely. Since tie rods are a potentially big safety issue, they also squeezed me in to their already tight schedule on the same day I brought in the car. Thanks guys! My car continues to operate well.

An
Review №16

I would definitely recommend coming here! They have been extremely kind and understanding of my busy schedule and my many phone calls, haha. Every repair they have done has been timely and well done =)

Al
Review №17

I came in last second with car problems and they stayed late to help me get back on the road and knew what they were talking about. This is definitely my go to shop from now on.

Ki
Review №18

Friendly mechanics, willing to save old parts and explain need for replacement. No charge for diagnostic and tightened my license plates up as well. Great neighborhood shop! Thanks, Pascha!

ry
Review №19

I brought my Subaru here twice, once for an Axel change and the other to replace my rack and pinionI am on a super tight budget, and called around to a bunch of places to get quotes. Hayford was always the lowest price. They were also reliable and did a good job.I never write reviews but I had to for these guys, its a good place to know and I am recommending them to friends and family

Ha
Review №20

Great team, reliable mechanics and competitive prices. So happy I found this place after spending 4 months and hundreds of dollars. Ask for Ajmal if he can take a look at your car!

Ja
Review №21

The 3 times Ive gone in, i have received exceptional service!

Fa
Review №22

Very great service! Bring all my dealership cars here for routine maintenance! Quick service with very good prices! Ajmal is a great mechanic! And can’t beat everyday low price of $30 bucks for oil change!

Ma
Review №23

Great little shop.My Alternator died on me on my way to work.Had to push it 4 blocks and had to wait an hour before it could run. Drove it over to Hayford Auto Repair was able to get it into the lot before it died again.When they opened they were able to get it in and see what was wrong with it while I went to work.Called me not too long my after with a price of the parts and labor that was very reasonable, and was even able to tack on a much needed oil change without much notice to them.Was able to pick it up after work and it runs like a dream!Thanks Hayford Auto!

Sh
Review №24

One of the best services Ive received! Staff is extremely friendly and you feel like youre in good hands. No one will push you to buy extra services. You get honest advice here. The rates are low and service is high quality! Ill keep coming back.

Ca
Review №25

These guys are professional, fast and very affordable. They’ve done excellent work on multiple vehicles for me, and usually the day I call for an estimate! I recommend them to anyone living in south Minneapolis.

Mi
Review №26

I’ve had 2 GREAT experience there. One time I couldn’t start my car before a job interview... they replaced the alternator and had me on the road fast enough that I made my interview on time! Then my girlfriend needed new tires and they replaced the same day we called and for a v reasonable price. I recommend to anyone in the area!

Sh
Review №27

Staff is always friendly and helpful. Plus, the ride to the shop was appreciated. You provide good work at a fair price. My BMW broke down in the evening but my family was back on the road the next day because of your quick service. Thanks!

Gr
Review №28

Hayford mechanics were so helpful to us after our vehicle was in an accident. Good people!

He
Review №29

This place is great. As a woman I always feel intimidated when it comes to getting my car fixed. The guys here were very helpful and honest. I couldn’t recommend this place more.

Be
Review №30

Best in the Twin Cities!I trust my cars with no one else. They are more than fair, and they are the most honest car mechanics Ive ever met. They get the work done right and back on the road fast. Always personable and let you know exactly what they are doing, why, and if the fix really needs immediate attention. They are in the business of helping their community.Huge thank you to these guys.

Pa
Review №31

Great neighborhood auto shop. Had a bad starter and they came to my house to test my car. Fixed the same day at a very reasonable price. The best. Thanks guys!!

Ke
Review №32

Fast, reasonably priced and compassionate service. I could not have asked for a better experience. Ill definitely be bringing my car back here in the future!

Ry
Review №33

I had an issue with my car, brought it in shortly before close, and the owner and one of the mechanics got me in, checked it out, and advised me of options. They were super friendly, very accommodating, and didnt try to sell me on anything. I will definitely come back when next I need service.

Fa
Review №34

Ive been going to Hayford Auto for about ten years now. They have always been honest with me about every car that I have ever brought to them. They are kind and honest. Those are two of the most important qualities people can have. They are good at what they do. Ive never been let down by them.

Je
Review №35

Beyond me why anyone would continue to come to this shop. Not professional at all.

Al
Review №36

Really nice guys and great service! They squeezed me in last minute and even said no pro when I was running 20 minutes late. Would recommend!

ju
Review №37

Ive been going to Hayford Auto for 3+ years and they have always done a great job at a great price! Knowledgeable guys with great customer service. Always know theyre not going to up sell anything. Very trustworthy and friendly. Highly recommend them!

un
Review №38

Hooked me up with shocks & new welding frame in under an hour for a fair price. Thanks so much guys- so reliable & honest I’ll be back for future needs! 🙌

Ma
Review №39

Hayford Auto Repair provides the best auto repair service in town. Pasha and Ajmer are knowledgeable, honest, and professional mechanics. They identified the problem with my truck (a failing AC compressor) and made the time to find a used part and replace it all in the same day! I highly recommend Hayford Auto. My truck runs better than ever before after being serviced by the mechanics at Hayford Auto.

sh
Review №40

Good neighborhood mechanics. Love to work on cars and it shows. Extremely reasonable quotes, prompt services and generally friendly. It can be daunting to find good mechanics. This place is definitely one of them.

Am
Review №41

Ive been taking different cars here with Sam, Haji and now the new owners. All have been honest, helpful, fast and respectful--they have explained options clearly and accommodated for fast repairs. Today was no exception--had a new starter installed quickly without an appointment at a very reasonable price. Ill continue to go to Hayford whenever possible.

Da
Review №42

Ive been to several shops in the metro, and this is the best Ive been to. The shop itself doesnt look pristine, but the guys there work extremely hard to make sure their customers are satisfied. Haji and Jon were especially helpful. In one instance, they quoted me a very competitive price ($600 less than another shop) and once they started the repairs they found an alternative solution that saved me even more ($900 less than two other shops)! Theyve proved consistently that they have my best interest in mind, and their 1 year warranty guarantees they do quality work. Highly recommend these guys!

Ta
Review №43

I send all my company vehicles to Hartford Auto for repairs. Very reliable and honest mechanics.

Ch
Review №44

I went to Hayford when my engine was misfiring on and off. On a Saturday afternoon, they called in the Toyota specialist, and not only diagnosed my car, but completed the repair that day for a very reasonable price. While I was there, one of the workers saw my s,ashes rear bumper and said that they could replace it. When I asked how much he thought it would be, his quote was less than half what I had expected. I will definitely be back here.

Do
Review №45

Outstanding service at a great price

Ko
Review №46

New management. V experienced and cooperative staff. Reasonable labor charges.

Be
Review №47

Have taken the car in for a few wear items and annoying issues over the past three years, have always gotten prompt and professional service 👍

Ch
Review №48

The Best customer service. They helped me out one night, even after they were closed. Just needed help with a flat and multi sized lugs. Saved me, and I wont forget. Thanks.

Co
Review №49

Very helpful and honest.

Ni
Review №50

Ive been going to Hayford for years, and love them. Theyre helpful, knowledgeable, and do quality work for low cost. Would heartily recommend them.

Ca
Review №51

Great people, low costs, quality work 💫 the owner actually drove me home after i dropped off my car :0

El
Review №52

Friendly and straightforward service. Im very happy with the work they did!

M
Review №53

We hadnt been back to Hayford since it was sold, but we needed some work done due to a check engine light and we came in to check it out. The staff was friendly, knowledgable and flexible. They did the work in short order and when we looked at the receipt we noticed they replaced the crankshaft sensor and not the camshaft sensor. We called them immediately and they were very kind and wanted to stand by their work. They came in on Saturday morning and reached out to dealerships to get the appropriate part so we could get back on the road by Saturday evening! They didnt charge us extra, were truly apologetic about the mistake and worked hard to make it sure it was rectified. So thankful to have such an honest, hard-working and genuine business and neighbor. We will be regular customers!

MI
Review №54

In the cities from out of town and had car trouble. These guys were kind enough to help me figure out the problem. Kind, helpful, knowledgeable, efficient and professional!

Fa
Review №55

I had a loose tie rod and my friend recommended this place to me. I had quotes from other shops close to $300, but Haji had done it here for less than half of that price. Hayford Outo & Transmission is the definition of a great quality, meets great customer service, meets great price!

Ka
Review №56

I live in Richfield now but still come to Hayford over anyone else. No hidden costs or trying to talk me into extra work. They do great work very quickly.

Im
Review №57

I been to hayford autos and found that they are very professional. They provided awesome coustomer service. I contacted the owner on sunday after their shop hours and owner was nice enough to come to the shop on after hours to take care of my car. Owner is very nice and took time to explain the issue. I highly recommend this place.

mo
Review №58

Hayford auto repair and transmission is a place where you can go and youll be treated Fair and youll get more for your money. Most of all very honest people !!!!! Check it out yourself. Team Hayford :)

Ry
Review №59

Weve been going to Hayford for several years with our vehicle, ever since weve known Sam. Always have been happy with the job done and the advice from the mechanics.

Se
Review №60

Excellent, honest mechanics that are great explaining what needs to be done and giving you options on how to proceed with the car issue at hand. There is no other mechanics I would trust with my vehicles.

Ma
Review №61

Great service. Inexpensive. Even better person.

Ed
Review №62

Excellent service. Honest, good-hearted mechanics who do quality work at a great price.

Ro
Review №63

I stopped in with a broken car. They fixed it right away, very friendly and helpful. Ill go back again the next time my car breaks.

Bo
Review №64

Good PPL..!!

Wi
Review №65

Fast, great people skills, no screwing around or trying to up-sell you.

ta
Review №66

Honest people. $200 cheaper than other places

An
Review №67

Samuel was super rude and he lied to me! The mechanics broke two wheels studs! I had a leaking transmission 18 months later.The transmission on my Corolla failed. I had it towed to Hayford’s Auto. I talked with Samuel Mulari, he’s the owner, a thin guy from Somalia. We agreed that the mechanics would have a look and decide if the transmission could be saved, and someone would call me.THIS NEVER HAPPENED! No one ever called me! I went to check on the car. Surprise! They replaced the transmission and wrote a HUGE bill for me!I got into an argument with Samuel. I told Samuel he broke his word, he was a liar and a cheater! Samuel was BEYOND RUDE! He acted like I didn’t even have a right to my own opinion! And he said his guys would pull the transmission they put in, which was just an empty threat.He said he would call the police. I replied, “Please do call the police! I’ll tell them the same story I just told you. They will actually listen to me! And I’ll tell them you need to be deported back to Somalia!”Samuel left at his usual closing time. He was completely callous and unfeeling.In the end, I needed the car to get to work. I was not working for THREE DAYS, and not making any money. I talked with Mohammed Haji, who goes by Haji. He was one of the mechanics. (I hope he gets a better job, with a nice manager.) Haji was nice and understanding, but he could not do anything about the situation.More Problems:They did not change the axle seals! I talked with Michael, who is a mechanic in Prior Lake. And Michael said, “Whenever I replace a transmission, I always replace the axle seals.”When an axle seal gets old and dry, the transmission fluid will leak out. And that’s the end of the transmission.I called back and said they were supposed to replace the transmission seals when they worked on the transmission. Samuel wanted to charge me extra! I told him the same thing all over again. He backed down and the mechanics replaced the transmission seals.Broken Wheel Studs:Just two months later, the front, passenger wheel started shaking! That was scary!I stopped the car and had a look. Two of the wheel studs had broken!George, the tow truck driver, said the mechanics at Hayford’s use an air gun to tighten the lug nuts, which has 300 foot pounds of torque! They were supposed to tighten the lug nuts by hand, to just 80 foot pounds of torque. The air gun stretches the wheel studs and then they are likely to snap. He also said, “But it would be really hard to prove. If you call them and explained what happened, they will just deny it.”Leaking Fluid:After 18 months, the transmission fluid was leaking! The transmission they installed was USED. And with parts from a junk yard, there is no telling how many miles it ran or how long it will last.I replaced the fluid myself, but it was a huge pain to get the two drain bolts open! I had to use a hydraulic jack, because the two drain bolts were practically welded in place!I added new transmission fluid, but it was too late. One of the bearings ran too long without fluid. Now, when I drive the car, I can hear that transmission bearing grinding away, and its just a matter of time before that bearing fails.The transmission warranty was for 12 months. So Im just out of luck here.One of the mechanics could * easily * have broken those two drain bolts loose with an air gun. But, of course, they were not thinking ahead.And for all the money I paid, they should have installed a NEW TRANSMISSION! But Samuel only cares about money. He does not care about his customers or his mechanics. He doesnt even care to clean the super filthy bathroom.I have since learned:Get an estimate of any repairs IN WRITING before you authorize the work.In Minnesota, the mechanic or auto shop can charge no more than 10 percent of the estimate.I recommend you take your car to a NICE AND RELIABLE MECHANIC, or a shop with a solid reputation.Dealing with Samuel Mulari was an absolutely miserable experience!

Er
Review №68

Honest and reasonable prices. Great auto shop.

Al
Review №69

Sam, Hadji, Didier, and everyone else are excellent mechanics, honest, and good at explaining what needs to be done and why.

An
Review №70

The job was well done and inexpensive. Recommended.

ab
Review №71

Reasonable price, honesty and friendly

Ch
Review №72

Got me in right away to change my brake pads and rotors!

An
Review №73

These guys are great.

Ab
Review №74

Good service

Be
Review №75

Sam had fixed my Brakes a few months back, I just had a small unrelated leak in the brakes and he fixed it free of charge.

Ha
Review №76

I love this place

Ka
Review №77

Great place

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  • Address:3403 Cedar Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407, United States
  • Site:https://hayfordautorepair.business.site/
  • Phone:+1 612-729-0323
Categories
  • Auto repair shop
Working hours
  • Monday:9AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:9AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:9AM–6PM
  • Thursday:9AM–6PM
  • Friday:9AM–6PM
  • Saturday:9AM–5PM
  • Sunday:Closed
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
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