Far Out Foreign Auto - Garland, Maine

M W.

My friend recommended Kip & I am so happy she did. He was able to get my vehicle in almost immediately & had everything fixed by the end of the day. Not only that but he saved me so much money by diagnosing the specific problems. For example my A/C wasn't working & a different shop told me I needed a whole new air compressor for over $500 not including labor. When Kip checked it, he said I only needed a new modular. The dealership wanted $1200+ for a new modular. However Kip was able to get me a used modular for only $200. Plus everything he fixed is covered under warranty. The highest quality of work with the cheapest labor rates around. I will be a loyal customer from now on & will be highly recommending Kip to everyone I know.

Empathic W.

Price, honesty, attention to detail, root cause diagnostics, friendly people. Amazing place

Edit: I should add I drive from Boston to get my Volvo repaired here because they’re the only ones who don’t screw it up, misdiagnose, and take advantage of me as a woman.

Mike S.

I've been going there since the late 70s with my Volvos. Kip used to adjust my points and carburetors back in the old days. Times have changed and now Kip is in his 70s, but instead of a feeler gauge and a timing light, he works with the latest diagnostic computers. Every time I go there, I see improvements to the property and new equipment, but I love the quaintness of the old carriage shed with rough cut lumber boards lining the walls. Whats more, for the last couple of years a young lady Gina (daughter maybe) has cleaned up the office and keeps me updated as we go if major repairs are needed. I really like to know what stuff costs and she keeps me informed so there are no surprises when I pick my car up. I"ll never go anywhere else, great service, great prices, and great people!!

W S.

Misdiagnosed a bad pcv valve and instead replaced the timing belt on my XC90. Only AFTER they replaced the timing belt, you can imagine how much that cost, did they realize it was a bad pcv valve. Still charged me for the timing belt I didn't need plus labor. Not to mention they had my car for over 2 weeks! Will NOT be going back. I recommend you try somewhere else

Keith S. (.

Kip is a super friendly guy. Had a transmission go out unexpectedly, he quoted us well under competition and did a great job. Also honest, turns out the car had terminal rust, before even getting started he let us know to make sure we wanted to go through with it, class move. Most mechanics would just replace without asking so they could get their money. Furthermore, he rushed the hell out of it, it was our only vehicle for work commute and he got it done next day, a rarity for a transmission replacement. We'll be going to him from now on, knowledgeable, honest and friendly. Plus his newfie pup is super cute 😅

Pixallated B.

I showed up to this man's garage on Friday not knowing the problem of my car. The ol man checks my oil and finds a leak. We make a appointment for Monday at 10 for him to fix that leak. After dropping off my car and leaving our number.
We waited a hour and a half before calling. No answer. We call multiple times throughout the day with no answer. When ended up showing up 15 minutes before closing to find my car in the same place I left it with the keys in the same spot i left them. It's at this time a neighbor or employee comes over and tells me he tool it for a spin and my tires were fine they couldn't give me any more answer and I had Lost a day of work.
I find this whole thing extremely unprofessional and if you have the ability to go LITERALLY anywhere else, you really should.

beth S.

This a hidden gem in Garland, Maine. I first came to know Kip and his excellent service through my parents. I was what is now known as a tween. As my sister and I started driving, he helped my parents with our "mistakes". He took the time to tell me how lucky I was not to have rolled my car, when I devastated our little beetle bug. Kip has kept cars on the road at an excellent price long past their expiration date. He had always treated me with respect, even in the day when "the little woman" wasn't supposed to understand mechanics. Please do yourself a favor and see Kip if the need arises.

susan C.

Took my Mini Cooper to two other mechanics who were unable to diagnose and fix my problem. Took it here diagnosed and fixed and my car is as good as new !! I won’t take my car anyplace else . It’s a bit of a haul for me but well worth it . Thank you Kip .