Honest answers, fair prices and repairs done right the first time. Families here have brought their cars to James for 20 years, and the reviews say why.
Customers keep telling us the same thing: we say what needs doing now, what can wait, and what you don't need at all.
Bring us the estimate you were given. We'll look at it with you and tell you straight what's needed.
Ask for a second opinionMinivans, trucks, Jeeps, Hondas, Subarus: customers bring every kind of vehicle. Tap a service to open it.
Routine maintenance and repairs, with the options explained before any work starts.
“With labor and parts the final price point was right where James said it would be at the beginning.”Noises, electrical gremlins, check-engine lights and sensors that only fail now and then.
“James and his team did a great job of diagnosing a problem sensor that was only failing intermittently.”Brake service, wheel bearings and hubs.
“All fixed within 2 hours, amazing, thank you so much!”From timing chains to cooling-system leaks, on high-mileage trucks and everyday cars alike.
“Had the timing chains replaced on my JK.. EXCELLENT WORK!”Emissions and safety checks, and sorting out what a failed test needs.
“passed the emissions test and took care of the registration on the spot at a fair price.”Catalytic converter replacement and other exhaust work.
“Had to replace my catalytic converter and they were able to do it swiftly and for a decent price.”Factory-style parts installed at a fair price.
“James was super helpful getting OEM parts installed at a very, very good price.”Clear, concise estimates for extended-warranty repairs.
“his estimate is clear and concise and he was happy going over the customer's needed repairs.”Power steering hoses, radiators and the rest. If it's wrong with your car, ask.
Call or send a request with your vehicle and what it's doing.
We check it and show you what we found, in plain words.
Do it now, do it later, or skip it. Options come first, work second.
The final price matches what we told you at the start.
“He takes the time to explain my options.” John H. · Google review
James Larsen owns and runs Advanced Automotive Specialist in Orem. Customers describe a clean shop, an honest crew and an owner who works hard to fit people in.
“Super clean shop and honest crew!” William H., Google review.
“I am constantly amazed at how hard James works to accommodate his customers.” James E., Google review.
Owner
“James is hands down the most honest mechanic you will ever meet.”On the team
“Steve is great and makes it easy.”Tell us what's going on and we'll call you back.
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(801) 762-0071