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Carlson Auto Center

70Trust Score|4.3★|4829 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19120
SunClosed
Mon-Fri8AM-5PM
Sat8AM-3PM
Inspection Types
✓Cars
✗Motorcycles
✗Trailers
✗Med Trucks
✗Heavy Trucks
✗Heavy Trailers
✓Emissionsⓘ
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About This Station

Overview & Pro Tips

Carlson Auto Center, led by trusted mechanic Dara, has earned a 4.3★ rating for honest, reasonable repairs with quick turnaround service. Customers praise the team's expertise with complex issues—from water pumps to coolant leaks—and their willingness to explain work thoroughly. Known for personal attention and quality repairs when staff availability allows.

Pro Tips
  • 🔧 Ask for Dara - customers consistently praise his honesty, expertise, and willingness to fit you in quickly if he's not busy
  • 🅿️ Arrive early or call ahead about parking - the location has limited spots and you may need to double park
  • ⏰ Call +1 215-501-4683 before visiting on weekends - Saturday hours are 8AM-3PM and they're closed Sundays
  • 💬 Request detailed explanations - staff here are known for walking customers through repairs and issues

Available Inspection Services

PA Certification OIS #C977

Cars
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OBD Emissions
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Visual Emissions
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