Honest auto repair in Cary.
Friendly car care with photos of everything, clear prices and zero pressure. The same trusted team from Camacho's Auto Service, now under a new name.
- 36-month / 36,000-mile warranty
- ASE-certified technicians
- 15+ years serving Cary
Car repair, without the stress
Most people walk into a repair shop braced for bad news and a big bill. We built Honest around the opposite: you see what we see, you understand it, and you decide.
No pressure, ever
We tell you what's urgent, what can wait, and what's fine. Then it's your call.
Photos, not jargon
Every inspection comes with pictures and plain-English notes texted to your phone.
Clear prices up front
You approve an itemized estimate before any repair begins. No surprise totals.
36-month / 36,000-mile warranty
Parts and labor on qualifying repairs. If something we fixed isn’t right, we make it right.
Bring it to us before you buy it
Spend $119 now instead of finding out later. We road-test it, inspect it top to bottom and check every feature, then send you a photo report with honest estimates.
- Road test
- 40-point inspection
- Every window & speaker
- Sunroof & locks
- A/C & heat, every vent
- Photo report
Four steps. No surprises.
- 01
Book in a minute
Pick a time online or give us a call. Walk-ins are welcome for oil changes and inspections.
- 02
Drop off or stay
Grab a seat in the waiting area, or leave the keys and get on with your day.
- 03
See what we see
We text you a digital inspection with photos, notes and clear prices, sorted by what is urgent and what can wait.
- 04
You decide
Approve only what you want. Nothing is done without your OK, and repairs are backed by our warranty.
The service menu
From a quick oil change to the repair you’ve been putting off, all done in-house by technicians who explain things like people.
The neighborhood shop, modernized
For more than 15 years, Carlos Camacho and his team earned Cary’s trust at Camacho's Auto Service. When Carlos was ready to pass the torch, he made sure the team stayed together, and Honest Automotive was born.
The faces and the workmanship are the same. What’s new is the experience: online booking, appointment reminders, digital inspections with photos, and updates by text. It’s the convenience of a dealership with the feel of a local shop.
Meet the team
Neighbors, not tickets
“They treat you as family.”
Camacho’s is by far the best auto shop I have been to in NC. Customer service is impeccable! I have had one too many last minute instances and they have always squeezed me in… They do not see you as a quick buck and will always give you choices from the most economical and priority to everything needed for your car overall. Top tier, they treat you as family.
“They did not try to sell me anything extra that I didn't need.”
HIGHLY recommend!! … I arrived at 8:40 am and my oil change was complete and I was on my way by 9:10 am. Very professional staff and fair prices… they did not try to sell me anything extra that I didn't need. This is now my go-to spot for any car repair needs.
“Really great service and friendly people.”
Carlos was so attentive right upon me pulling up as I was so confused what was wrong with my car and they got me in promptly and fixed my issue right away! This was not my first time as I previously had my brakes repaired here and the service was also amazing… Really great service and friendly people.
Know your car a little better
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Read the guide →Good questions
Do I need an appointment?
Booking ahead gets you the quickest turnaround, and you can book online in about a minute or call (919) 234-5670. Walk-ins are always welcome, especially for oil changes and state inspections.
Where are you located?
527 E Chatham St, Cary, NC 27511, just off I-40. We're an easy drop-off for drivers in Cary, Morrisville, Apex, Raleigh and Durham.
Can I wait while you work on my car?
Yes. Oil changes, inspections and many quick repairs can be done while you wait in our waiting area. For longer jobs we’ll give you an honest time estimate up front and text you updates.
How will I know what my car actually needs?
Every visit includes a digital inspection. We text you photos and notes for anything we find, sorted by what’s urgent, what can wait, and what’s fine. You approve only what you want done.
What vehicles do you work on?
Nearly everything on the road: domestic, Asian and European cars, trucks, SUVs and minivans. See the makes we service.
Do you offer a warranty?
Yes. Qualifying repairs are covered for 36 months or 36,000 miles, parts and labor. Warranty details.
Can I bring my own parts?
We don’t install customer-supplied parts. We can’t vouch for their quality or fit, and we want to stand behind every repair with our warranty. We source from trusted suppliers and are happy to quote options at different price points.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Buy-now, pay-later options are available right in our payment links, so you can split larger repairs into smaller payments. How financing works.
Quick facts
- Business
- Honest Automotive (formerly Camacho's Auto Service), an independent auto repair shop
- Address
- 527 E Chatham St, Cary, NC 27511
- Hours
- Mon – Fri: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm · Sat – Sun: Closed
- Phone
- (919) 234-5670
- Text
- (919) 388-1511
- Services
- Oil Change Service, State Inspection, Brake Repair, Diagnostic Check, Suspension Repair, Wheel Alignment, AC & Heat Repair, Engine Repair, Tires & Rotation, Battery Replacement, Transmission Service, Cooling System & Radiator, Timing Belt Replacement, Pre-Purchase Inspection, Fleet Service
- Vehicles
- All makes and models: domestic, Asian and European cars, trucks, SUVs and minivans
- Prices
- Oil change from $75 · NC state inspection from $13.60 · Cabin & engine air filters from $45 · Fluid flushes from $150 · Brake pads & rotors from $225 per wheel · Pre-purchase inspection $119
- Warranty
- 36 months / 36,000 miles, parts and labor on qualifying repairs
- Inspections
- Licensed North Carolina state inspection station; free 30-point digital inspection
- Appointments
- Book online or call; walk-ins welcome for oil changes and state inspections
- Payment
- Buy-now, pay-later financing available
- Serving
- Cary, Morrisville, Apex, Raleigh, Durham and the Triangle
Find us in Cary
Just off I-40, a few minutes from downtown Cary, Morrisville, Apex and RTP.
- Hours
- Mon – Fri8:00 am – 6:00 pmSat – SunClosed
- Phone
- (919) 234-5670
- Text
- (919) 388-1511