Ernie's Local Automotive

Name: Ernie's Local Automotive
Address: 6424 W Higgins Ave, Chicago, IL, 60656, US
Telephone: 773-763-4488
Price range: $
Rating: 4.0

6424 W Higgins Ave
Chicago, IL 60656 773-763-4488

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49 ratings
88% gave a "superior" overall rating
- Prices 15% lower than average
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"I have been going here for years and they always come through for me."
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Consumer Comments for Ernie's Local Automotive

Consumer from Chicago, IL
Nov 03, 2025

I have been going here for years and they always come through for me.

Consumer from CHICAGO, IL
Mar 06, 2018

I took my 2010 Honda into the dealer for an air bag replacement. They came up with a list of needed repairs. I had Ernie's check all the item and they found nothing that needed attention including a "faulty" head gasket.

Consumer from WILMETTE, IL
Sep 05, 2017

I drive 10 miles to get to Ernies. Biggest factor TRUST.

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