Minnewaska Motors LLC

I was very impressed with the honesty of the owner and the effort that was put into making sure that only necessary work was done. Before I went to this shop, I went to the shop across the street. I told them that my air conditioner was not working and asked them to ...check it. I specifically asked them to check the electrical connections because it seemed like an electrical problem to me, The shop across the street told me that I needed a new air conditioner. Also, I had previously had a "check engine" light on and had the code checked. I was told that I needed a new catalytic converter. However, when I went to Minnawaska Motors, they told me that my air conditioner was find; it was only a loose conection, Also, they told me that I did not need a catalytic converter (very expensive) but an oxygen sensor (much less expensive). My car has been running great ever since. I cannot speak highly enough of them. I will never go anywhere else. Read More

If you buy a vehicle from here and it breaks down, be prepared for abuse from Dennis Ballantine (owner). This man becomes defensive and insultive upon claims of his vehicles defects. I will never conduct business with him again and do not reccomend him to anyone. I b...ought a vehicle from him and within a week it broke down. Upon returning to the shop, I was told I was "stupid" for not recognizing a particular noise the vehicle was making. Mr. Ballantine obviously can't take criticism of any vehicles that leave his lot. The only redeeming factor about the shop is that the service personnel are courteous and professional, unlike the owner. Don't be fooled by his appearance, as even hippies will giv you a raw deal, and abuse you when you complain about it. There doesn't seem to be too many cars on the lot right now, so perhaps business is bad. But that's not surprising, given the owner's disposition. Save yourself the abuse and aggrivation and don't buy from Minnewaska Motors. Read More

I had left a note requesting a record of services on the Subaru Impreza purchased in May pf last year.Told the manager would be back in 5 minutes, I returned in an hour and a half. no manager,no reportUpon Asking if the mileage reminder placed on the windshield indicat...ed the date recommended for an oil change the response was yes, then asking if that included checking all fluid levels the answer was no pointing over the counter at the price of an oil change on a sign. suggesting he contradicted himselfrolled his eyes, gestured to me to stop talking that he had to clear his head and be quiet when facing someone he couldn't communicate wirh. I just asked if the service included brake, transmission, steering or what exactly. He said he had never encountered anyone who was incapable of understanding as I apparently was. I left saying I would not be called stupid in that manner and I left. Read More

I had left a note requesting a record of services on the Subaru Impreza purchased in May pf last year.Told the manager would be back in 5 minutes, I returned in an hour and a half. no manager,no reportUpon Asking if the mileage reminder placed on the windshield indicat...ed the date recommended for an oil change the response was yes, then asking if that included checking all fluid levels the answer was no pointing over the counter at the price of an oil change on a sign. suggesting he contradicted himselfrolled his eyes, gestured to me to stop talking that he had to clear his head and be quiet when facing someone he couldn't communicate wirh. I just asked if the service included brake, transmission, steering or what exactly. He said he had never encountered anyone who was incapable of understanding as I apparently was. I left saying I would not be called stupid in that manner and I left. Read More

Friendly, courteous service. Excellent skills. Highly recommended.