Consaul Auto Care - dependable auto repair and maintenance services

About Consaul Auto Care

Consaul Auto Care Offers Auto Repair Services You Can Count On!

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We are asking our customers for their support in joining us in the effort to put a stop to Animal Cruelty & Abuse in our home town! This Charity is near and dear to our hearts here at Consaul Auto Care! Please visit the link below to Donate to the Shelter in your own Name. We will be Donating $2.00 to the Shelter out of the proceeds from your Oil Services and will also be matching your $2.00 Donation should you choose to make one! Their Adoption Center Hours are also listed. Please consider not only opening up your hearts, but your homes as well.

A Special Thanks to The Following Customers for their Donation to the A.P.F for the month of August!

Nancy Schmitt

Fred Shoemaker

Kathleen Franklin

Anthony Ruddman

Diane Yule

Todd Wheeler

We have matched your Donations & we will be donating $2.00 from every invoice ourselves!
Thanks To all my Loyal customers for their Generous Donations!

Debbie & Chuck

Shop Front Consaul Auto Care has been providing customers in the Albany, NY 12205 area with high-quality, dependable automotive maintenance and repair services since 1987. Our experienced mechanics will get your vehicle up and running again, and we'll keep it in top operating condition.

We provide a range of services, including General Services, Car & Truck Care, Inspections and Emissions, Undercar Services, Alignment, Brakes, Tires, Engine & Transmission, Engine Maintenance, Transmission Services, 4x4 Services, Heating and Cooling Services, Electrical Services, Electronic Services, Miscellaneous Services, Domestic Cars & Trucks, Import Cars & Trucks and Quick Lube Services. We're proud of our great mechanics, who have years of experience working on many different types of vehicles. They have the knowledge required to diagnose your problems, and to find affordable solutions to get you back on the road quickly.

To learn more about our services, call us at 518-456-7020 or email us today. We're looking forward to earning your trust as a friendly, honest and reliable alternative for your auto maintenance and repair needs in Albany.

Testimonials

I was visiting from out of town and needed a flat tire repaired. The repair and some other maintenance was done quickly and professionally. Debbie and Chuck were a pleasure to deal with. I wish they were closer to home!

-Sue W.
I discovered this car repair shop in 2012 and have been going back here ever since. At first it was about the convenience of it's location and the fact that it's a locally owned mechanic shop. After a few trips, I realized that they actually know what their doing and care about their customer's cars more than their wallets. I've been to many car repair/mechanic shops in the Albany region and haven't found a place I'd rather drop my car off at.

-Dan B.
Expert service and great communication. The owner takes time to explain things thoroughly and exhibits a very broad knowledge base. Very nice people to do business with and their pricing is very fair.

-Aric A.
Quality people will never steer you wrong. They are always up on the latest technology to get your car fixed right the first time.

-Joe E.
Fantastic Auto Repair Shop. Honest And Skilled Mechanics to service and Keep all your Vehicles in Perfect Running Order. I,m Luck to Have come Across This Shop. Thank you for all your Hard Work.

-Rich O.
Really great shop. Been the mechanic of choice for my family for over 10 years! Chuck, Deb, and Ed are wonderful!

-William B.
The staff is amazing, would come back for additional work. The team was able to fit us in without an appointment. Will recommend to family and friends.

-Lisa
I would not let anyone touch my car but consaul auto. i have been with them for years now and have not had one complaint.

-Robert F.
Friendly. Explains vehicle problem and options of repair. Cost is never more than the estimate and repairs are done when promised.

-C.S.
Debbie and Chuck are great, honest people who provide excellent service at a reasonable price.

-Debbie D.
Took me in without an appointment when my car was having trouble that day. Fixed problem that day.

-Greg M.
I have never been able to trust prior car care mechanics until now. Simply the best.

-Lisa M.
I do not know any auto repair that you can email on a Sunday, drop your car off on Monday and get it back the same day repaired and running great. Thanks Chuck and Deb!

-Joyce V.
Consaul Auto is a personable place, more like a family with the customers than an impersonal business. They are very accommodating and friendly.

-Genny V.
Chuck and Deb are great to work with. I have a Saab for which it is difficult to get parts. They search and are able to get the parts needed in a timely manner. Customer and mechanical service are excellent.

-Nancy S.
I always feel confident leaving my car with Chuck and Deb at Consaul Auto.

-S.S.
I always get the best service from Chuck & Deb they treat their customers fair and do a great job which is why I always bring my vehicles there for all service and work that needs to be done. They are great!

-Darren A.

Vehicle Tips

According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect.
The cooling system should be completely flushed and refilled about every 24 months. The level, condition, and concentration of coolant should be checked. (A 50/50 mix of anti-freeze and water is usually recommended.)
Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled. The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a pro.
Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your manual, or more often (every 3,000 miles) if you make frequent short jaunts, extended trips with lots of luggage or tow a trailer.
Replace other filters (air, fuel, PCV, etc.) as recommended, or more often in dusty conditions. Get engine drivability problems (hard stops, rough idling, stalling, diminished power, etc.) corrected at a good shop.
A dirty windshield causes eye fatigue and can pose a safety hazard. Replace worn blades and get plenty of windshield washer solvent.
Have your tires rotated about every 5,000 miles. Check tire pressures once a month; let the tires cool down first. Don't forget your spare and be sure your jack is in good condition.
Check your owner's manual to find out what fuel octane rating your car's engine needs then buy it.
Keep your tires inflated to the proper levels. Under-inflated tires make it harder for your car to move down the road, which means your engine uses more fuel to maintain speed.
Lighten the load. Heavier vehicles use more fuel, so clean out unnecessary weight in the passenger compartment or trunk before you hit the road.
Use the A/C sparingly. The air conditioner puts extra load on the engine forcing more fuel to be used.
Keep your windows closed. Wide-open windows, especially at highway speeds, increase aerodynamic drag and the result is up to a 10% decrease in fuel economy.
Avoid long idling. If you anticipate being stopped for more than one minute, shut off the car. Contrary to popular belief, restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle.
Stay within posted speed limits. The faster you drive, the more fuel you use. For example, driving at 65 miles per hour (mph) rather than 55 mph, increases fuel consumption by 20 percent.
Use cruise control. Using cruise control on highway trips can help you maintain a constant speed and, in most cases, reduce your fuel consumption.
Keep your engine tuned. A fouled spark plug or plugged/restricted fuel injector can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30 percent.
Inspect the engine's belts regularly. Look for cracks or missing sections or segments. Worn belts will affect the engine performance.
Have the fuel filter changed every 10,000 miles to prevent rust, dirt and other impurities from entering the fuel system.
Change the transmission fluid and filter every 15,000 to 18,000 miles. This will protect the precision-crafted components of the transmission/transaxle.
Inspect the suspension system regularly. This will extend the life of the vehicle's tires.