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Fourth Street Auto (816) 555-0115
ASE Certified · Independent since 1997 · Six bays

We tell you
what's wrong.
Then what's next.

Every estimate comes itemized before a wrench turns — parts, labor hours, and what happens if you wait. If it can hold until next month, we'll say that too.

Written estimates24 mo / 24,000 mi warrantyLoaner carsAll makes
Common jobs

Posted prices.

Most shops won't print these. Parts vary by vehicle — these are our typical all-in figures for common sedans and crossovers.

ServiceLabor hrsWarrantyTypical
Oil & FilterFull synthetic, up to 6 qt, multi-point check0.5$79
Brake Pads & RotorsFront axle, premium pads, machined or new rotors2.024 / 24k$420
Battery & TestIncludes charging system diagnosis0.536 mo$215
AlternatorRemanufactured unit, belt inspected2.524 / 24k$610
Check Engine DiagnosisScan, verify, road test — credited if we do the repair1.0$120
A/C Recharge & Leak TestDye test included; repairs quoted separately1.012 mo$189
Alignment, Four WheelPrintout before and after1.0$129
Missouri Safety InspectionState-licensed station0.5$12
Before you call

What that noise
probably means.

Not a diagnosis — a starting point, so you walk in knowing roughly what you're dealing with.

Squeal when braking, stops when you press harder

Usually the wear indicator doing its job. Pads are near the end of their life.

Book within a few weeks

Grinding when braking

Pad material is gone and metal is contacting the rotor. Every mile is adding to the bill.

Stop driving it — call today

Check engine light, steady

A stored fault. The car is usually safe to drive, but it will fail inspection and may be costing you fuel.

Scan it this week

Check engine light, flashing

Active misfire. Raw fuel is going into the exhaust and the catalytic converter is at risk.

Pull over — tow it in

Shakes at 60, smooth at 40

Almost always wheel balance or a bent rim. Cheap to fix, hard on tires if left alone.

Book within a few weeks

Sweet smell and a wet passenger floor

Heater core leaking coolant into the cabin. Also means your coolant level is dropping.

Call today
1997Same family, same corner
24/24Months / thousand miles
6Bays, four techs
$0To decline a recommendation
The shop

1440 E 4th Street

Kansas City, MO 64106. Drop box for after-hours keys is to the right of bay three. Loaners are first come, ask when you book.

Monday – Friday7:30a – 6:00p
Saturday8:00a – 1:00p
SundayClosed
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Tell us what it's doing and we'll tell you what it'll take. Estimates are free and itemized.

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