Owner operated
Auto repair
From the mechanic you actually talk to
Robert Cooper has been turning wrenches on Industrial Lane for years, and he is the one who diagnoses your car. You get an honest assessment and a written estimate before anything gets touched, so you never pay for a repair you did not need. All makes and models, for drivers across the north and northwest suburbs. Past experience, present-day technology, and future perspectives and ideas will keep you safe on the road.
What we fix
Our services
Full service repair and maintenance for domestic and import vehicles. If it drives in, we can work on it.
Auto A/C Repair
We test for leaks, recharge the system, and repair or replace compressors, condensers and blower motors.
Battery Replacement
A battery rarely warns you politely. We test it under load before replacing anything.
Belts and Hoses
Rubber ages whether you drive on it or not.
Brake Repair
Brakes tell you what is wrong if you know how to listen.
Engine Repair
Rough idle, misfires, stalling, loss of power, or a check engine light that will not go away.
Exhaust System Repair
A loud exhaust is the obvious symptom. It is not always the expensive one.
Fluid Inspection
Oil, coolant, brake fluid, transmission fluid and power steering.
Oil Change
A new filter, the right oil for your engine, and a look underneath while the car is up.
Tire Balancing
If the wheel shakes above fifty and settles below it, that is almost always balance.
Tire Rotation
Front and rear tires wear at different rates, especially on front wheel drive.
Tire Swap
Winters on before the first real snow, off before the roads heat up.
Transmission Repair
Diagnosed honestly, including when the answer is that it is not worth doing.
Wheel Alignment
Alignment goes out from potholes and curb strikes, and around here that is most of the year.
Electrical Repair
Alternators, starters, sensors, wiring and parasitic draws.
Cooling and Heating
Radiators, water pumps, thermostats, hoses and heater cores.
Suspension and Steering
Struts, shocks, ball joints, tie rods and bushings.
Beyond the bay
Something most
shops do not do
Certified installer
Ignition interlock
Installation, calibration and removal for Intoxalock ignition interlock devices, handled here in Wheeling. No lectures, no attitude.
- New device installation
- Calibration and monitoring visits
- End of term removal
To start a new device, call Intoxalock direct.
Need help with your car?
Get in touch today
Tell us what it is doing and we will tell you what it needs. No upsell, and no work you did not ask for.
Average rating across 87 public reviews
Wheeling, Illinois
Great service, great work, fair and honest pricing and one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet! Bobby does the work that is needed and tells me the work that I can wait on or don't need at all. A very different experience for me than other shops or dealer service centers. I never feel like I have overpaid or had any work done that I didn't need. My parents even drive from Evanston to have their cars serviced by RD Automotive!
Joanne L.I have been a customer for 15+ years. Rob has always been accommodating to my funky schedule and does amazing work on all cars!
Noel N.Honesty, Integrity, Fair! Top traits you want with your car mechanics. This is the best place to take your car!
Randy H.Quality Repair w/ Very personalized service. Know your Mechanic, Thanks Robert and Mike for your Service!!!!
Dave K.My go-to for all automotive needs for many years!!!!
Suzanne S.